Events

Join Dr Pumpkin and his friends for some Halloween crafts and games in our ancient manor. You will have the chance to create a beautiful flower arrangement inside a pumpkin, make a traditional corn amulet to protect you from evil spirits, as well as playing a frightfully fun spooky board game! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume – there are prizes to be won! All materials are included. There are two sessions running: 10:30am – 12pm & 1:30pm – 3pm £6 per child, pre-booking is essential.

Join us for an over 60's event at The Emporium! Expect music and dance. Request stage for all those favourite tunes! On the main stage: tunes from the 60s! Followed by 2 hours of dancing with DJ James Weston playing Motown & northern soul. Light up dance Stage: Live DJing from local young DJs, as well as requests from the 50's, 60s, 70s & 80s Free entry for carers and wheelchair accessible venue. Tea/Coffee and biscuits included for all guests.

Join this engaging ink and watercolour sketch-along workshop and discover how to create beautiful artworks using a blend of mediums. You don't need any prior experience to enjoy this session; it is designed to be perfect for beginners looking to explore their creativity in a relaxed setting. You will be guided step-by-step through the process, learning everything from basic techniques to more intricate details. All materials are provided, so you can simply turn up and get creative. By the end of the class, you'll have a unique piece of art to take home, along with a sense of satisfaction and newfound [...]

Following in the footsteps of the beloved D-Day Darlings, the juniors capture the imagination of a new generation, keeping the wartime spirit alive for years to come, always with one purpose: to pay homage and gratitude to the Greatest Generation.

Join us for a frightfully fun Halloween disco & Fancy Dress Competition for little monsters aged 3-9 yrs old! This event is suitable for 3-9 years old but older children are always welcome. Cost: £5 per child*. Adults and under 3s go free with a paying child. *All children must be accompanied by an Adult.

The Christophers (15): Julian, wonderfully played by Ian McKellen, was a highly successful, but now an out of fashion and disliked artist. Lori (Michaela Coel), an art student fallen on hard times, is instructed by his children to befriend Julian and find a series of paintings that they believe are the only things worth big money. The Guardian: The double act of McKellen and Coel has the onscreen chemistry of the year Tickets: £6.00 on the door (card or cash). Doors Open – 6.45, Film starts at 7.15 pm A soft drink is included in the ticket price.

Step into the spotlight. Share your talent. Connect with your community. Whether you're a seasoned performer or taking the stage for the very first time, our Open Mic night is the perfect place to showcase your creativity in a welcoming and supporting atmosphere. From music and poetry, to comedy, storytelling, and spoken word, all talents are welcome. What to expect: Live performances from local talent A relaxed and encouraging atmosphere A fully licensed bar Performances take place in our bar area Want to perform? Sign up on the night and take your turn in the spotlight.

Snibston Colliery is a very important historic site – a ‘Super Pit’ once turning over 1,000,000 tons of coal a year – with unique site buildings that cannot be seen at any other British coal mine. The tour will take you through a mine machinery display, inside the colliery to the 1970’s Control Room, and the Lamp Room where the miner collected his electric cap lamp and his respirator and, if he was a Deputy, his flame safety lamp. You will then visit the miners’ favourite and least favourite rooms. The Pay Hall where he received his pay packet, and the dreaded Medical Centre, where the colliery Nurse reigned supreme. Once outside the guide will take you [...]

Snibston Colliery is a very important historic site – a ‘Super Pit’ once turning over 1,000,000 tons of coal a year – with unique site buildings that cannot be seen at any other British coal mine. The tour will take you through a mine machinery display, inside the colliery to the 1970’s Control Room, and the Lamp Room where the miner collected his electric cap lamp and his respirator and, if he was a Deputy, his flame safety lamp. You will then visit the miners’ favourite and least favourite rooms. The Pay Hall where he received his pay packet, and the dreaded Medical Centre, where the colliery Nurse reigned supreme. Once outside the guide will take you [...]

Spookfest – A Spooktacular Family Day Out in Coalville! Get ready for a frightfully fun day at Spookfest, taking over Marlborough Square Market, Coalville on Saturday 31 October, from 10am to 4pm! Bring the whole family and enjoy a fantastic Halloween-themed event packed with entertainment, shopping, and seasonal fun. Browse a variety of market stalls, tuck into delicious food and drink, and let the little monsters loose in the children's games area. There will be plenty of activities and entertainment throughout the day, including a thrilling Halloween trail and a pumpkin competition where you can show off your carving skills or [...]

Pumpkin Season is back for 2026 at Broom Leys Farm. Join us for family fun for all at affordable family prices! From our home-grown pumpkins, to the amazing "Maize Maze", tractor rides, petting farm, fun fair, vendor stalls and more, there is something for everyone. With each ticket purchased, receive a FREE return ticket, ONLINE ONLY! Ticket purchase includes entry into the event field, tractor and trailer ride, access to the Maize Maze and petting farm, and lots of fun photo opportunities with the latest Halloween animatronics from USA and farm-themed props! Our event field also features our bouncy castles, Farmyard [...]

Snibston Colliery is a very important historic site – a ‘Super Pit’ once turning over 1,000,000 tons of coal a year – with unique site buildings that cannot be seen at any other British coal mine. The tour will take you through a mine machinery display, inside the colliery to the 1970’s Control Room, and the Lamp Room where the miner collected his electric cap lamp and his respirator and, if he was a Deputy, his flame safety lamp. You will then visit the miners’ favourite and least favourite rooms. The Pay Hall where he received his pay packet, and the dreaded Medical Centre, where the colliery Nurse reigned supreme. Once outside the guide will take you [...]