Harborough Mail

The Harborough Mail is a weekly publication that caters to Market Harborough and its nearby regions. Originally founded in 1854, the newspaper was initially owned by Welland Valley Newspapers, a company that started in April 1883. Today, it operates under the umbrella of Northamptonshire Newspapers.

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Hat-trick of awards for Leicester tourism attractions in VisitEngland Awards

2 days ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Kevin Urquhart

Three Leicestershire venues were recognised for their ‘excellence in tourism’ at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards, which was held in Brighton on June 4th. These awards highlight the very best of England’s outstanding tourism industry.
Tell him, Pike! Dad's Army Radio Show comes to Nevill Holt

2 days ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

Two actors with two microphones and lots of sound effects will bring more than 25 beloved characters to the stage when The Dad’s Army Radio Show comes to Nevill Holt. The Dad’s Army Radio Show brings Jimmy Perry and David Croft’s classic BBC comedy to life on June 20 as part of the Nevill Holt Festival.
Teenage love and 1930s glamour to make for summer nights of fun at Kilworth House

2 days ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

Two much-loved musicals are taking to the stage at Kilworth House Theatre this summer. The tap-dancing spectacular 42nd Street runs from June 27 to July 13. Following the story of a Broadway-bound chorus line, it boasts thrilling choreography and a heartwarming plot. With hits such as We're in the Money and Lullaby of Broadway, the high-energy production showcases the passion and determination of aspiring performers chasing their dreams.
Meet the savvy seven-year-old stall holder from Harborough who is selling toys to save up for his future home

5 days ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Cat Thompson

A seven-year-old stall holder from Market Harborough has already saved up £2,000 towards his future home. Budding entrepreneur Archie has begun saving for his own home by reselling popular toys on his very own stall at Harborough Market. He makes between £100 and £250 from his monthly venture. The youngster explained he was six when he made the decision to start saving for a home.
‘Magnificent’ talents take star roles in The Sound of Music

5 days ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

Two “once in a generation” performers are returning to Leicester’s Curve theatre this year for its production of The Sound of Music. Molly Lynch will play the free-spirited novice nun Maria, with David Seadon-Young as the draconian Captain Georg von Trapp. Molly Lynch’s performance as Eliza Doolittle in the Curve’s production of My Fair Lady last year was heralded by critics and audiences alike, with The Daily Telegraph declaring “a star is born’.
Full line-up announced as Shambala marks 25th anniversary

5 days ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Peter Ormerod

The wildly creative Shambala festival has revealed its full line-up ahead of its return to a site near Market Harborough this summer. Romare will deliver a DJ set masterclass, fusing his signature mix of jazz, funk, soul, and global rhythms. Distinctive UK grime artist Manga Saint Hilare and genre-melting turntablist DJ Yoda also joins the pack, along with New Zealand’s electronic powerhouse Lady Shaka.
Watchdog claims Gartree prison near Harborough is 'crumbling' and has 'inadequate healthcare'

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Tess Rushin

HMP Gartree prison near Market Harborough is “crumbling” and has “inadequate healthcare” for inmates, a report has found. The comments from the chair of a prison watchdog claimed the issues had been regularly raised “but nothing gets done”. The damning report was made by the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) which looked into HMP Gartree. The 2023-2024 annual report found the prison had failed to make progress with repairs to its infrastructure which it said “impacts on prisoners and staff alike”.
Photos: New pétanque piste is officially opened in Harborough’s Welland Park

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Phil Hibble

A specially-built area where residents and visitors can play pétanque has officially opened in a well-loved Market Harborough park. Chairman of Harborough District Council Cllr Peter James was joined by members of local pétanque groups and the president of Central Pétanque Association, on behalf of Pétanque England, on Thursday May 29 when he declared the new pétanque piste in Welland Park open.
Video and photos: Harborough’s Friendship Park officially opens to the public

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Phil Hibble

A once overgrown eyesore has now been officially unveiled as a welcoming greenspace near Harborough town centre for everyone to enjoy. Market Harborough’s Friendship Park, off Northampton Road near Harborough Market, was officially opened to the public today (Thursday May 29) and is designed for people to sit in and talk to each other.
Charity CEO to judge children’s art competition at NSPCC Leicester’s Summer Fayre

1 week ago | harboroughmail.co.uk | Michael Denham

The NSPCC will open its National Training Centre in Leicester for the charity’s first ever Childhood Day Summer Fayre next month. Childhood Day – on June 6 - is the NSPCC’s annual event to fundraise for the charity and support its work with children and families around the country.