Everything you need to know about Loughborough Fair

Thursday, 10 November 2022 20:55

The fair is in town until Saturday 12th November.

Granby Street car park is closed due to it being used for attractions and rides, similar to last year.

A record number of attractions will be at Loughborough Fair this year for residents to enjoy.

They include:

Dodgems
Superbob
Bomber
Seastorm
Megaspin
Tagada
Matterhorn
Atmosphere
Miami
Starflyer plus many more!

There will be rides that are suitable for every age group with attractions available for toddlers all the way through to adults.

A number of food, drink and confectionary stalls will be on offer along with quiz stalls which will give visitors the chance to win prizes.

The opening times for Loughborough Fair 2022:

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

The first official charter for Loughborough Fair was granted to the Lord of the Manor, Hugh le Despenser, in 1221 by King Henry III.

You can find out more details about Loughborough Fair on the Council's dedicated webpage.

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