What's on in Cranoe

Leicestershire, England

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Book clubs, bingo, and the occasional village fête that's surprisingly well organised — Cranoe punches well above its weight for local events, and Leicestershire's all the better for it. You'll find everything from craft workshops the kids won't stop asking about to open mic nights that are genuinely worth staying up past nine for. The big listings sites have never heard of half these venues, which is their loss and your gain. Parish council listings, community centre noticeboards, pub websites we've had to zoom in on to read properly — we've checked them all so you don't have to.

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Viktorija cleaning - is flexible if room needed

Found this on Reading Rooms's radar. Viktorija cleaning - is flexible if room needed — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Thu 16 Apr16:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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Creative Drawing and Illustration

Creative Drawing and Illustration

Ready to rediscover your creative spark and unwind after a busy day? Unwind, explore, and rediscover your creativity. Our Creative Drawing evening class is a welcoming space for anyone curious about drawing – whether you’re picking up a pencil for the first time or returning to a long-lost passion. Designed for busy lives, these relaxed sessions fit perfectly into your evening, offering a chance to slow down, switch off, and create. Together, we’ll explore all things drawing – from mark-making and expressive sketching to careful observation, imagination, and developing your own personal style. Along the way, we’ll take inspiration from the great masters of drawing, discovering how artists have used line, tone, and composition to bring their ideas to life. There’s no pressure and no expectation of perfection – just encouragement, guidance, and the freedom to experiment in a supportive, creative environment. What to expect: Relaxed Evening Sessions: A perfect mid-week opportunity to slow down and focus on your personal creativity. Comprehensive Exploration: Learn everything from expressive sketching to developing your own unique artistic style. Diverse Materials: Get to grips with a range of tools, including graphite, charcoal, pastel, and ink. Masterful Inspiration: Discover techniques used by great artists past and present to create depth and atmosphere. Supportive Environment: Guidance provided with no pressure – come as you are and bring your curiosity. The...

Thu 16 Apr18:30Rooftop Arts(8.7mi)

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The Trace Element

Reading Rooms is putting on The Trace Element and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Thu 16 Apr19:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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17 Friday, 17 April 2026

One for the diary — 17 Friday, 17 April 2026 at Great Oakley Village Hall. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Fri 17 AprGreat Oakley Village Hall(8.8mi)

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Paula - Art Club

Found this on Reading Rooms's radar. Paula - Art Club — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Fri 17 Apr10:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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Friday Art Class

Friday Art Class

CREATIVE ARTS CLASS Friday Mornings, All Levels With resident art tutor Fanoulla Georgiou Join our Fridays art group and learn new skills in drawing, painting, pastels, print media and many other artists media. To book a space call us on or email Every Friday 11 am – 12.30 pm £15 per session, or £75 for 6 sessions (1 session free) Share with your friends:

Fri 17 Apr11:00Rooftop Arts(8.7mi)

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Kharis Dekker - Wake

Kharis Dekker - Wake at Reading Rooms. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Fri 17 Apr13:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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Draw and Paint Portraits

Draw and Paint Portraits

Learn to capture character and expression using drawing, painting, and pastels. Whether you are picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to return to art after a long break, our portraiture classes offer a welcoming space for everyone. From students and working professionals to retirees, these sessions are designed to help you rediscover your creative spark and develop your skills at your own pace. Have you always wanted to learn how to draw faces? Capturing a likeness can feel intimidating, but in this relaxed and supportive environment, you’ll discover that it is both accessible and deeply rewarding. We’ll explore a range of techniques – including drawing, painting, and pastels – focusing on how to translate expression and character onto the canvas. Under expert guidance, you will build the confidence to develop your own unique style. You’ll learn the fundamentals of anatomy and proportion while enjoying the freedom to experiment, eventually creating impressive portraits of friends, family, or even famous faces. There’s no pressure and no expectation of perfection—just encouragement, guidance, and the freedom to experiment in a supportive, creative environment. Come as you are. Bring your curiosity.

Fri 17 Apr13:30Rooftop Arts(8.7mi)

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Kharis Dekker - Wake

Kharis Dekker - Wake

Reading Rooms is hosting and we're advertising. Kharis Dekker - Wake — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Fri 17 Apr14:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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Young Creators

Young Creators

YOUNG CREATORS Fun creative classes for young people aged 5 to 8. Come and explore painting, drawing, and mixed media in a friendly environment, taught by our own resident artist Dalena Labosova. Every Saturday From 11.30 am – 12.30 pm. £5 per session to cover materials and costs. Please contact Dalena Labosova at or call the gallery on to book your place. Share with your friends:

Sat 18 Apr11:30Rooftop Arts(8.7mi)

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08:00 St Joseph the M

Great Oakley Village Hall hasn't given us the full script, but 08:00 St Joseph the M has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sun 19 AprGreat Oakley Village Hall(8.8mi)

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20 Monday, 20 April 2026

Great Oakley Village Hall is putting on 20 Monday, 20 April 2026 and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Mon 20 AprGreat Oakley Village Hall(8.8mi)

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Kharis Dekker - Wake

Kharis Dekker - Wake

Kharis Dekker - Wake? At Reading Rooms? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Mon 20 Apr12:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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21 Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Great Oakley Village Hall is putting on 21 Tuesday, 21 April 2026 and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Tue 21 AprGreat Oakley Village Hall(8.8mi)

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Draw and Paint Wildlife

Draw and Paint Wildlife

Ever wanted to capture the grace of a bird in flight or the textures of the animal kingdom? Whether you are picking up a brush for the first time or looking to develop an established practice, our Draw and Paint Wildlife classes offer a thoughtfully curated space to explore your creativity. Guided by our expert tutors, you will learn to observe and translate the natural world with sensitivity and skill. Each session focuses on the fundamental pillars of fine art-line, tone, form, and colour-applied specifically to wildlife subjects. Expect a relaxed and inspiring setting where you can experiment with a variety of professional media in a supportive community of fellow nature lovers. What to expect: Expert Tuition: Personal attention to help you develop your technique at your own pace. Diverse Media: Explore a selection of fine art materials, including Graphite, Charcoal, Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolour, and Oil. Skill Development: Focus on capturing the unique anatomy and spirit of animals and birdlife. Creative Comfort: Basic materials are provided, along with refreshments to keep you inspired. The Details: When: Tuesdays | 10:00 am – 11:30 am Investment: £12 per class | £65 for a 6-week course Suitability: Open to all levels, from absolute beginners to experienced artists. About the Tutor: These sessions are led by Fanoulla Georgiou, our Head of Art Education.

Tue 21 Apr10:00Rooftop Arts(8.7mi)

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All Saints Church

Found this on Reading Rooms's radar. All Saints Church — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Tue 21 Apr10:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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BAND PRACTICE - John Kemsley

Reading Rooms has got BAND PRACTICE - John Kemsley pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Tue 21 Apr19:00Reading Rooms(9.2mi)

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22 Wednesday, 22 April 2026

We've tracked down 22 Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at Great Oakley Village Hall. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Wed 22 AprGreat Oakley Village Hall(8.8mi)

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