What's on in Smisby

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Around £7

Awesome Archaeology

Become an archaeologist for the day with our fun workshop! Dig in to an exciting hoard of history themed activities and crafts and get the chance to see some real archaeological finds from our site! £7 per child, Pre-booking essential.

Thu 23 JulAshby town hall market(1.6mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Around £10

Furnace Fun Day

Join us for a fun day out with craft activities, a boat ride, and a choice of one of our two activity trails, all for the price of £10 for child. One adult goes free with every child on the canal boat! Pre-Booking for this event is essential. Tickets available here.

Thu 23 JulMoira Furnace(3.5mi)

via Moira FurnaceLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Sense Loughborough

Sense, a charity for people with disabilities and their carers and families, run a variety of sessions such as rock climbing, football, dance and coffee socials.

Thu 23 JulMeasham Family Hub(4.5mi)

via Measham Family HubLocal gem

Community

Around £260.00

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Course Cost: £260 Duration: 1 Day Course Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm Location: Cedars Training Academy (both academies) Pre-requisite: Swedish Body Massage (Level 3) or Level 3 Sports Massage Course Overview The Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) One Day Short Course at Cedars Training Academy is a professional training programme designed for qualified therapists looking to develop confidence and competence in this highly specialised treatment. Manual lymphatic drainage techniques support the removal of excess fluid, toxins, and waste from the body’s tissues. MLD is widely recognised as an effective treatment for individuals living with the debilitating effects of lymphoedema and is also beneficial pre- and post-surgery to help minimise oedema and support recovery. Early intervention is key in lymphoedema management, and this course equips therapists with the skills to apply safe, effective drainage techniques while providing clients with guidance on lifestyle support and self-lymphatic drainage (SLD) between treatments. Who This Course Is For This course is suitable for therapists undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) who wish to expand their treatment offerings.

Thu 23 JulCedars Training Academy - Derby(4.5mi)

via Cedars Training Academy - DerbyLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Huddle at The Hub - Drop in support sessions

HUDDLE AT THE HUB - Drop in for family advice and problem solving. We can offer advice or sign post you to a range of services. Every Thursday 9.30am - 11.00am Granville Road Children & Family Wellbeing Centre Hinckley - LE10 0PP

Thu 23 Jul09:30Measham Family Hub(4.5mi)

via Measham Family HubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Hinckley Community Fridge

Run by a team of Leicestershire County Council volunteers who collect surplus food from local food establishments and redistribute it to the community. In association with Family Hubs and Hubbub registered charity (no 1158700)

Thu 23 Jul10:00Measham Family Hub(4.5mi)

via Measham Family HubLocal gem

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Summer Workshops (Coalville)

23rd July: Stuck for Summer Fun? Come and join our Best Start in Life Team for a stay and play workshop. Discover ideas for easy, low-cost activities your children will love! 30th July: Does your child start school after the summer? Come and join our Best Start in Life Team for a stay and play workshop. Support your child to build key skills at these summer workshops through the activities provided.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Measham Family Hub(4.5mi)

via Measham Family HubLocal gem

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Coffee & Conversation at Goseley Community Centre

Coffee & Conversation at Goseley Community Centre. Hartshorne Methodist Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Hartshorne Methodist Church(1.7mi)

via Hartshorne Methodist ChurchCurated

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On Screen at Calke Abbey

Calke Abbey has taken its place on the big screen in 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man' – and now you can discover how it happened. Explore the spaces used in the production – from Tommy Shelby’s dramatic walk through the Stableyards to the atmospheric rooms inside the House transformed for the screen. Discover how outdoor spaces and historic interiors were dressed to create mood and meaning, how the cast and crew worked within this fragile setting, and how the production team worked carefully with the team at Calke to protect its historic fabrics and collections while bringing scenes to life. You can also follow our downloadable walking trail across the estate to see these locations for yourself. It highlights key places where filming took place and offers behind-the-scenes insights for fans of the series and anyone curious about filming in heritage places. Whether you watched the film or are intrigued by how historic houses become film sets, this is your chance to see Calke through a different lens. Don't forget to check back in October for details of a brand new, behind-the-scenes tour of the House, exploring some of the rooms and spaces used for filming.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Calke Abbey(2.8mi)

via Calke Abbey

Likely freeCommunity

Wriggly Readers - Blaby

Fun, informal sessions where babies and children aged 0-4 years and their parents/carers can join in with stories, songs and rhymes in a welcoming environment. An opportunity for families to meet and make friends.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Measham Family Hub(4.5mi)

via Measham Family HubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

1-to-1 Cycling Lessons: Learn to Ride at Calke Explore

Whether you’re completely new to riding a bike or want some guided tuition to help you get back in the saddle if you’ve not cycled in a while, a trained member of the team will support you to feel confident on a bike. The sessions are also suitable for children who are riding for the first time, provided they are accompanied by an adult. Bikes and helmets are included at no extra cost, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Calke Abbey(2.8mi)

via Calke Abbey

Community

Around £7