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What's on in Donington le Heath

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Wellness & Wellbeing

Shepshed Spiritual & Wellbeing Show

Discover alternative therapies, psychic & mediums, retailers & more at the Shepshed Spiritual & Wellbeing Show. Book tickets for this uplifting Mind, Body, Spirit event!

Sat 25 Jul11:00Hope and Harmony Events(1.3mi)

via Hope and Harmony EventsLocal gem

Community

Summer Safari

Saturday 25th July - Ibstock Summer Safari - Free community event for all ages. Social details

Sat 25 Jul11:00The Palace(1.4mi)

via The PalaceLocal gem

Community

Little Fishes Teddy Bears Picnic

Come along and bring your favourite Teddy along with a yummy picnic.

Sat 25 Jul14:00St Andrew(4.7mi)

via St AndrewCurated

Wellness & Wellbeing

Calverton Spiritual & Wellbeing Show

Discover alternative therapies, psychic & mediums, retailers & more at the Calverton Spiritual & Wellbeing Show. Book tickets for this uplifting Mind, Body, Spirit event!

Sun 26 JulHope and Harmony Events(1.3mi)

via Hope and Harmony EventsLocal gem

Community

Around £8

Roman Gladiators

Step into the Colosseum as you learn what it takes to be a Roman Gladiator in this interactive session! There are two sessions running each day: 10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm In this session you will: Try on authentic gladiatorial weapons and armour Meet the different gladiators Take part in various historical spectacles such as public executions Test your might against the gladiator champion (or even your adult guardian!) Will you survive the Roman arena? £8 per child*. Pre-booking is Essential. *Suitable for ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This event contains...

Sun 26 JulAshby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Summer Plant Fair at the 1620's House & Garden, Donnington Le Heath

The Summer Plant Hunters’ Fair takes place at the 1620’s House & Garden, Donington Le Heath, Coalville (LE67 2FW) on Sunday 26th July from 10am-4pm. It will be just the right time to pick up some summer flowering plants to perk up your beds and borders and fill the garden with scent and you are sure to find something to create a blooming brilliant garden with thousands of wonderful plants to choose from, including bee-friendly perennials, shrubs, plants for shade, alpines, roses, wildflowers, herbs, grasses, variegated or foliage plants. Plus, there are some lovely garden accessories available for those finishing...

Sun 26 JulAshby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Around £2

Plant Hunter's Fair - July 2026

Sunday 26th July - 10:00am to 4:00pm

Sun 26 Jul11:00Donington-le-Heath Manor House(0.3mi)

via Donington-le-Heath Manor House

Likely freeWellness & Wellbeing

Calverton Spiritual & Wellbeing Show

Discover alternative therapies, psychic & mediums, retailers & more at the Calverton Spiritual & Wellbeing Show. Book tickets for this uplifting Mind, Body, Spirit event!

Sun 26 Jul11:00Hope and Harmony Events(1.3mi)

via Hope and Harmony EventsLocal gem

Community

Summer Plant Fair at the 1620's House & Garden, Donnington Le Heath

Sun 26 Jul11:00Ashby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Around £2

Plant Hunter’s Fair – July 2026

One of our most popular events returns this July as we host the top plant nurseries which are sure to have something special for every garden. £2 per person. Pre-booking is Advised. Car parking is not included in your ticket. We do not offer pre-booked car parking spaces.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Ashby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Around £8

Roman Gladiators

Sun 26 Jul11:30Ashby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Acro Camp

Acro Camp returns to Century Theatre for two exciting days packed with movement, creativity, and fun for children aged 5–10. Led by experienced instructors from Megan Lewis School of Dance,... The post Acro Camp appeared first on Century Theatre.

Mon 27 JulCentury Theatre(1.4mi)

via Century Theatre

Community

Around £5

Medieval Mayhem

Transform into the ultimate Medieval Master as we travel back in time! Join a thrilling session of jousting, hobby-horse races, crafts and a whole lot of Medieval Madness! Â£5 per child*, pre-booking essential. *Recommended for ages 5-12

Thu 30 JulAshby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Around £5

Medieval Mayhem

Thu 30 Jul11:00Ashby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Community

Around £3

Wild Weather Hunt

Thursday 30th July to Friday 31st July - 10:30am to 4:30pm

Thu 30 Jul11:30Donington-le-Heath Manor House(0.3mi)

via Donington-le-Heath Manor House

Theatre

Pinocchio Outdoor Theatre

Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi, adapted by Oliver Gray. Carlo Collodi’s classic is a perennial favourite. It is the third most translated book in the world, having appeared in no fewer than 260 languages since it was published in 1883, and has never been out of print. Childless toymaker Geppetto buys a piece of wood to make a puppet – little realising the chaos he is about to unleash. The puppet yearns for adventure and runs away, but instead of excitement only finds glorious attractions containing hidden dangers. He returns home hoping to be showered with sympathy and learns his tribulations...

Fri 31 JulAshby town hall market(4.7mi)

via Ashby town hall marketLocal gem

Theatre

Around £20

Pinocchio (Outdoor Theatre)

Friday 31st July - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Fri 31 Jul19:00Donington-le-Heath Manor House(0.3mi)

via Donington-le-Heath Manor House

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Venues with events near Donington le Heath

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Donington-le-Heath Manor House0.3 miles away Hope and Harmony Events1.3 miles away The Palace1.4 miles away

More about Donington le Heath

Leicestershire, England

Donington le Heath sits quietly in Leicestershire with a charm that feels like stepping back into a storybook. The Donington-le-Heath Manor House has been hosting gatherings for generations, proving that good company never goes out of style around these parts. We keep an eye on the calendar so you don't have to wander aimlessly through the countryside. From local fairs to quiet evenings with neighbours, there is plenty happening without needing a passport or a ticket app.

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