Charnwood Borough Council

July 2024

‘Generation Charnwood gives a sense of purpose’, says leisure centre volunteer Alice, 22

31st Jul

The following press release was first issued by Generation Charnwood. Volunteer Alice Wagg has gained ‘a sense of purpose’ through a project designed to boost the employability skills of thousands of young people. The Youth Sport Trust, in..

Binosaurus and Green Guardian join the wagon line-up!

23rd Jul

Two new refuse and recycling vehicles in Charnwood have been officially named! Charnwood Borough Council ran its popular Name That Wagon competition once again and put a call out to young residents to help name two new bin lorries which recently..

Love the Outdoors photo competition launch

Get snapping those open spaces in Charnwood!

22nd Jul

Charnwood residents are invited to take snaps of their favourite parks and open spaces in the borough for a photo competition. Charnwood Borough Council launched the competition in 2021 as part of the ‘Love the outdoors in Charnwood’ campaign to..

Partnership to keep Charnwood clean for further seven years

18th Jul

Charnwood Borough Council has awarded a new contract to long-term refuse and recycling partner Serco to ensure the borough continues to remain clean and tidy for years to come. The borough council and Serco have worked together since 2009 and the new..

Consultation over Charnwood Local Plan modifications

17th Jul

A consultation is underway over proposed changes to the draft Charnwood Local Plan 2021-37 as the process to develop it reaches an advanced stage. The draft Local Plan provides a robust strategy for growth in Charnwood and identifies how the borough..

Local beauty spot becomes local nature reserve

17th Jul

Booth Wood in Loughborough has been designated as a local nature reserve to help support and encourage more wildlife at the site. Charnwood Borough Council manages the 10-acre woodland to the west of the town. The site has been confirmed as a local..

Time is running out to nominate your Charnwood Community Heroes

16th Jul

Charnwood residents are being encouraged to thank those that continue to go above and beyond in the borough. Charnwood Community Heroes recognises those in the local community who have carried out a good deed – no matter how small or large. This..

Work starts on Hope Bell which will mark pandemic’s impact on Charnwood communities

16th Jul

Initial foundation work is underway on the installation of the Hope Bell in Loughborough which will mark the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on local communities. The structure will be a tribute to the NHS and key workers and a reminder of how..

Networking events continue to engage with council tenants

12th Jul

Council tenants and leaseholders attended a special event in Birstall on Monday July 8. The latest tenant networking event took place at Birstall Village Hall from 10am until 2pm. It followed the event that took place at Loughborough Town Hall last..

Rosie finds a new home - Dogs Trust Loughborough

Rosie finds a new home thanks to Mayor visit

12th Jul

Six-month old bull terrier Rosie is on her way to a new home thanks to the power of social media. The Mayor of Charnwood, Councillor Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE, paid a visit to Dogs Trust Loughborough on Thursday June 20. Dogs Trust is one of the..

Loughborough boosted by new market stalls

11th Jul

Loughborough’s historic market has invested in the future after taking delivery of new stalls for its traders. The market, which has operated for over 800 years and is now run by Charnwood Borough Council, has replaced 69 stalls with new robust..

Bloom judges visit stunning Loughborough

10th Jul

Loughborough was looking its best as the Loughborough in Bloom judging took place on Wednesday, July 10. The town, which is aiming for its 13th gold award, welcomed East Midlands in Bloom judges to showcase the hard work which has been put in over..

New electric vehicles driving down Council’s carbon footprint

10th Jul

Four new electric vehicles have been acquired as part of Charnwood Borough Council’s strategy to reduce its carbon emissions. The new electric vehicles include two in the street management department, which have been upgraded to newer electric..

Two people fined after fly-tipping

9th Jul

Two fines totalling £800 have been issued following reports of fly-tipping in Charnwood. The borough council is continuing to act against those illegally dumping waste in the area. People are also being encouraged to continue reporting..

Cllr Anne Gray, the Council's lead member for open spaces at Bunny Hill

Biodiversity to increase in 16 areas of Charnwood as reduced mowing trial begins