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Packington Nook has been removed from the Local Plan after the land was released from the reserve for HS2 (Photo: Google Maps)
Local Plan Committee votes overwhelmingly to remove Packington Nook as Ashby's reserve site
On July 30, the Local Plan Committee voted to remove Packington Nook as a reserve site, after the lifting of HS2 safeguards, protecting Ashby's green space.

31st Jul 2025

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Sealed Knot re-enactment will be marching on Ashby this weekend for a great family day out (Photo: Ashby Town Council)
What's on this weekend in Ashby: Live music, historic re-enactment, street food and more
Enjoy diverse events in Ashby: Bon Jovi UK at Conkers, a free meditation workshop, Sealed Knot re-enactment, and disco for over 30s.

31st Jul 2025

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The Artisan Show will showcase the best of British craftmanship at Staunton Harold Hall (Photo: The Artisan Show)
Handmade in the UK: The Artisan Show at Staunton Harold Hall near Ashby

30th Jul 2025

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Young patients had to move out of the Beacon's unit due to an outbreak of legionella (Photo: NHFT)
Leicestershire and Rutland: Harrowing report of impacts of relocation for teens at inpatient mental health care

30th Jul 2025

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Ashby Sealed Knot will return this weekend, causing some road closures and possible traffic in Ashby Town Centre (Photo: Ashby Town Council)
Road closures ahead of Ashby Sealed Knot this weekend

30th Jul 2025

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A Tale of Rootkin and other exhibitions celebrating art and nature can be found in Burton and Coalville this summer (Photo: National Forest)
Connect with arts and nature this summer around Ashby with new National Forest initiatives

29th Jul 2025

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MP Amanda Hack is working with Cash Access UK to ensure Ashby does not lose vital banking services (Photo: Amanda Hack)
Local MP Amanda Hack provides update on new Ashby Banking Hub

29th Jul 2025

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North West Leicestershire District Council to add a possible 2,100 new homes to Local Plan (Photo: Coalville Nub News)
More than 2,100 extra homes expected to be added to Local Plan, including Ashby, Coalville and Measham

29th Jul 2025

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Mini Alpaca Walks
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Saturday 2nd August

Calientes Mexican Street Food
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Sunday 3rd August

Lazy Sunday Afternoon Acoustic With Jack Smith
Lazy Sunday Afternoon Acoustic With Jack Smith
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Including massage in your summer routine doesn’t mean weekly appointments
Massage Therapy for Muscle Recovery After Summer Sports and Hikes
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The best summers are spent moving, playing, and feeling strong — not stuck recovering
Stay Injury-Free This Summer: How to Make the Most of Your Sport Without Setbacks
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This week, Surbiton's high street travel agent, 7 Seas Holidays, is providing travel tips for Malaysia (Credit: 7 Seas Holidays)
Independent travel agent travel blog of the week: Malaysia travel tips
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Ashby-based Selling and Letting Agents share what you need to know about Premium Listings and how to get the most out of them (Photo: EweMove)
Ashby-based selling and letting agents EweMove share their tips on making the most of Premium Listings
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Open-plan two-bed converted cottage in Kirkland Close, Ashby
Property of the Week: Spacious, open-plan cottage with two bedrooms in the heart of Ashby
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Don’t Get Trapped: What to Know Before You Sign with an Estate Agent in Ashby
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