Top 10 things to do in Loughborough & Charnwood

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A new guide has been launched to help visitors to Charnwood and Loughborough to navigate their way around the area and enjoy some of the highlight. 

The guide explores the top 10 things to do across Loughborough and Charnwood, but do you agree?

Top ten things to do in Loughborough and Charnwood:

• Look out for special visitors all year round at the Great Central Railway
• Download one of the trails brochures for Charnwood and enjoy a tailor-made visit with special interests: River Soar, Great Central Railway or Arts and Crafts
• Indulge in a summer picnic at Queen’s Park while you enjoy the sounds of the brass bands
• Enjoy a picnic at Watermead Park and see the woolly mammoth and King Lear’s statue
• Enjoy a day of exploration at Charnwood Museum located in Queen’s Park. Step back in time and find out about Loughborough's past including the history of Ladybird books which were produced in the town
• Visit the incredible annual Loughborough Street Fair in November
• He's behind you! Watch out for the annual pantomime at Loughborough Town Hall
• Enjoy rambling on the rocks at Beacon Hill and spotting all the local landmarks once you reach the top
• Ahoy there! Hire a boat and take to the water at Barrow or Sileby boatyard
• The Loogabarooga Festival in October celebrates children's literature with incredible illustrations and brilliant books
• If you’ve ever wanted to collect your own eggs, swing in a straw barn, have a go at pond dipping or take a pony ride, do it all in just one day by taking the family to Stonehurst Family Farm & Museum

You can find out more about Charnwood Borough Council's local guide here.