Loughborough's historic fair will be back in town soon

Thursday, 13 October 2022 at 10:43

This will be the 801st year of the fair.

Roll up! Roll up! The fair is returning to Loughborough from Wednesday 9th of November to Saturday 12th of November.

Last year was the fair's 800th anniversary and hundreds of people came to the attraction which fills the town centre.

Cllr Jenny Bokor, the lead member for Loughborough, said: “The fair is always a fantastic spectacle when it comes to Loughborough town centre.

“We are looking forward to welcoming families and residents along to enjoy all of the fun of the fair including many rides as well as food, drink and other attractions."

The fair will be opened by the Mayor of Charnwood, Cllr Jennifer Tillotson at 6 pm on the 9th of November with the reading of the official fair proclamation.

Granby Street car park will be closed from Monday 7th of November 7 from 7 pm as it will be used for attractions and rides.

The Beehive Lane multi-storey car park and Southfield Road car parks are available to park in during the hours of the fair. Southfield offices car park will also be open to the public outside of the Council’s opening times.

The opening times for Loughborough Fair 2022:

Wednesday 9th November: 6 pm until 11 pm
Thursday 10th November: 12 am until 11 pm
Friday 11th November: 11 am until 11 pm
Saturday 12th November: 11 am until 11 pm.

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