Working hard to promote and enhance our town centre and support local businesses
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Spring is just around the corner and we certainly welcome the sunshine and positivity that this time of year brings!
Our Events schedule is back on track and we look forward to welcoming shoppers in their droves to enjoy everything our town centre has to offer.
Whether it is your weekly grocery shop, homewares, fashion, gifts or entertainment, please make Hinckley your first port of call. Our cafe culture is thriving, there is free BID wifi in public areas and beautiful open space to enjoy in our award winning Argents Mead park.
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Support for Ukraine
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It is desperately sad to see events unfold in Ukraine and the devastation being caused daily to the lives of so many.
Sadly, we know friends and neighbours who fear for the safety of loved ones there. Shortly, it is hoped that Hinckley will welcome Ukrainian refugees and we are committed to providing whatever support that we can.
The Government launched the 'Homes for Ukraine' scheme on 14th March where UK individuals, charities, community groups and businesses can now record their interest in supporting Ukrainians fleeing the war.
If you feel you can help in any way, please read the information on the Government website at 'Homes for Ukraine' scheme and view the registrations of interest page which will go live for applications on Friday, 18th March.
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Welcome to New Businesses
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Each month sees the arrival of more great new businesses. A warm welcome awaits you at the following...
- Benito's Mexican Restaurant - Highcross Building, Regent Street
Venues in Covent Garden, Oxford Circus, Oxford and NOW OPEN in Hinckley! - The Udder Guy - 12 Waterloo Road
Great selection of Burgers and Milkshakes. Convenient delivery only service via the link above. - TKT Cheerleading - George Street
Recreational and competitive cheerleading, plus party fun and toddler 'stay and play' sessions. - Vivo Vape Outlet - 14 Lower Bond Street (Tel: 07513 363123)
Purveyor of premium E-Liquids, CBD and Bargain Vape Hardware from the UK's top brands.
Please follow our BID Facebook page and we will make sure to keep you posted with all the latest information.
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New Loyalty Card & Member Offers
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A couple of new Special Offers have just been added!
- Ken Kleen - Property Maintenance & Cleaning Services
Loyalty Card Offer - Carpet Cleaning at 20% discount
Three rooms cleaned for £80 (subject to room size)
Please mention Hinckley BID discount at time of booking
- Eden Tyres & Servicing
ETS already offers BID Loyalty Card holders 10% discount on all goods and services. They have just launched their Michelin tyres Spring promotion which you can find details of via the link below. (Please note, terms and conditions apply).
Click on BID Loyalty Card offers for a complete list of all current offers available.
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FREE Monthly Prize Draw for our Loyalty Card holders
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March £50 Prize Winner
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Congratulations this month go to Luke Rose of Hinckley. Luke, check your inbox and please get in touch to claim your prize!
All Loyalty Card holders are entered in our FREE monthly prize draw for a £50 gift voucher from a town centre BID business of their choice.
To apply, all you need to do is submit your details by clicking on the 'FREE Loyalty Card Sign-Up' tab below. It only takes a couple of minutes to register and you will then receive your card in the post within a week.
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A Packed Events Schedule for 2022
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Throughout 2022 you can look forward to some great entertainment in the town centre which is mostly FREE to attend.
All of our BID favourites are back, including the Easter Bunny Hunt, Soap Box Derby and Classic Vehicle Evening meets which start in May.
HBBC has some lovely events planned for St George's Day, the Queen's Jubilee and more besides, while the Atkins Gallery has a wide and varied arts offering.
Full details of all events can be found on the various flyers attached below, alternatively, drop by our BID 'What's On' page and scroll down.
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Ballet Theatre UK Local Showcase
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BTUK2 is the junior company from the critically acclaimed Ballet Theatre UK which is Hinckley based.
Developing their individual strong sense of self, artistic expression and paired with strong technical ability, the sky is the limit for the next generation of dancers.
The aim of BTUK 2 is to create new and innovative work, providing performance opportunities to exceptional dancers at the start of their classical careers. The production titled EMERGENCE, meaning the process of becoming visible after being concealed, felt like the correct focus for the project, considering many of the dancers involved have not been able to perform live for such a long period of time.
To book tickets for the either of the two Hinckley performances of this exceptional show, please follow the links.
- Emergence - BTUK2 Studio Performance, Hinckley
We attach below a lovely Q&A with one of our BTUK 2 performers who is the most local to this area. Perhaps a lovely moment of local inspiration for your young and budding performers.
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RCC 2022 Award Nominations
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After two years out, RCC is delighted to be running their Awards again this year to recognise and celebrate individuals, groups of people, or organisations that make a positive contribution to a community in Leicestershire or Rutland (excluding Leicester City). This could include volunteers, small informal community groups, charities, parish and town councils or village halls. Even rural businesses can be nominated if they are doing something positive to benefit the local community.
RCC run their Awards specifically to celebrate people and groups at the grassroots of rural communities. Whatever or whoever you appreciate in your community, please nominate them as we would love to hear their story. If they’re not in it, they can’t win it!
Nominations close on 31st March 2022. Please follow the link below to make a nomination.
The deserving award winners are announced in September. If you have any questions about the awards please get in touch with RCC here.
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Ten2 Gallery Open Exhibition Opportunity
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Theme: 'I'm concerned about...'
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Ten2 Gallery is holding another exhibition with a difference - this time it’s all about our planet.
What is it that you are concerned about? What subject is going to make a good painting? A sea of plastic, piles of rubbish left by fly tippers, the plight of refugees, war torn cities. Sadly, the list goes on...
There are a few rules, so please check the attached entry form for all the information you will need.
All work will be displayed in the Ten2 Gallery, 102 Castle Street, Hinckley, from Saturday 7th May to Saturday 2nd July 2022.
For more details, please contact the Ten2 Gallery via the link below where you will also find information about workshops and class programmes.
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Local Police - March Update
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Our local police force continue to do a great job in the town centre for which we are most grateful.
We are pleased to attach a copy of their most recent newsletter.
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What's On Guide
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Just some of the great events you can look forward to in the coming weeks.
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