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 June 10th - June 18th 2023

A Celebration of Sustainability in Harborough District.

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HARBOROUGH


GREEN WEEK

BIG

If you would like to plan an event to celebrate sustainability in Harborough District, we may be able to help! 

We're still planning, so watch this space and our social media for more info! 

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SATURDAY 10th June

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10/06/2023

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12noon - 5pm

Green Street, Harborough Carnival Showground, St Mary's Rd, MH, LE16 7DS

HBGW Launch Event

This will be the first event of Harborough Big Green Week. The Green Street at the carnival showground will be full of stalls showcasing local groups who are all doing their bit to tackle climate change. There will be games and activities for all ages to take part in, eco friendly products to buy, and useful hints and tips to help you reduce your carbon footprint.

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This event is hosted by Market Harborough Carnival

10/06/2023

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10am - 12.30pm

The Village, St Mary's Rd, MH, LE16 7DS

Repair Cafe

Repair of any electro-mechanical items & also to help teach & encourage people to repair, reuse & recycle & thus saving local waste & CO2.

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This event is hosted by Market Harborough Fixers

10/06/2023

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12noon - 3pm

Duncan Murray Wines, Adam and Eve St, MH

Green Wine Tasting

Wine tasting with a difference! Wines on show this week will all be sustainably produced

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This event is hosted by Duncan Murray Wines

10/06/2023

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Start 9.30am

Leaving from Symington’s Rec

Micro Big Green Bike Ride

Leaving from Symington’s Rec at 9.30am, we will cycle along the Brampton Valley Way to Waterloo Farm Cafe for a coffee and a chat, it’s under 2miles each way, so great for new or returning cyclists. We’ll be back at the Carnival show ground by 11am, ready to watch the procession. Due to u3a insurance, this is over 18s only, but no limit on numbers, just turn up on the day.

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This event is hosted by U3A

10/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

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SUNDAY 11th June

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11/06/2023

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10.30am - 3.30pm

The Allerton Project, Loddington House, Loddington, LE7 9XE

Open Farm Sunday

The day will be a showcase of all things farming, providing an opportunity to see farm machinery up close, talk with experts about sustainable farming, get involved in activities and attend a tractor ride around the farm looking at the work the Allerton Project does. The day will involve activities for children and an opportunity to connect with nature. Free entry, with an opportunity to purchase cream teas on site.

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This event is hosted by The Allerton Project

11/06/2023

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1pm - 4pm

The Allerton Project, Loddington House, Loddington, LE7 9XE

Bus Trip to Open Farm Sunday at the Allerton Project

Bus will depart and return to central Market Harborough. Booking essential.

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This event is hosted by the Sustainable Harborough Community

11/06/2023

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10.30am - 11.30am

Kibworth Methodist Church, School Rd, Kibworth

Creation Care Service

'Creation Care' service, referring to the EcoChurch award scheme, and the steps we can take to make our churches more Eco friendly. All welcome!

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Methodist Church

11/06/2023

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10.30am - 3.30pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

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MONDAY 12th June

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12/06/2023

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5pm

Stevens St Allotment Site, MH, LE16 9BB

Compost Demonstration

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This event is hosted by Harborough Allotment Group

12/06/2023

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6pm

Stevens St Allotment Site, MH, LE16 9BB

Allotment Tour

A guided walk around the allotment site, led by allotment holder Judy Burrage

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This event is hosted by Harborough Allotment Group

12/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

Quinns Bookshop, Market Harborough, LE16 7AF

Big Green Book Display

A display of books for all ages, focusing on sustainability, the environment and climate change.

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This event is hosted by Quinns Bookshop

12/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

The Well, 45 High St, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 OHS

Shop Display - Benefits of Recycling Clothes

A display focusing on the benefits of giving old and unwanted clothing to charity rather than sending it to landfill.

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This event is hosted by The Well Community Centre

12/06/2023

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10am - 6pm

Symington Building, Adam and Eve St, MH, LE16 7AG

Drop-in Exhibition - HDC Climate Emergency Action Plan

Come along and find out how Harborough District Council and Sustainable Harborough Community are working to tackle the Climate Emergency in Harborough District.

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This event is hosted by Harborough District Council

12/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

12/06/2023

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10am - 5pm

Kibworth Books, The Barn, 29 High St, Kibworth, LE8 0HS

Green Books promotion

We will be offering 10% off all books in our Nature and Climate Change collection during HBGW. using discount code BIGGREENWEEK10 for all purchases online or in-store.

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Books

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TUESDAY 13th June

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13/06/2023

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10am - 3pm

Indoor Market, Northampton Rd, MH, LE16 9HB

Sustainable Harborough Community & Friends

SHC will be hosting a stall at the Indoor Market with a different 'Friend' each day. Come along and meet the people who work week in and week out to protect and enhance the environment, and make our town more sustainable.

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This event is hosted by Sustainable Harborough Community

13/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

Waterloo Cottage Farm Community Garden, 34 Harborough Rd, Great Oxendon, LE16 8NA

Community Garden Tour

A chance to see what's going on in the community garden and take part in a Gardener's Question Time. 11am talk on Edible Forest Garden from Teri Clayton

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This event is hosted byWaterloo Cottage Farm

13/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

Quinns Bookshop, Market Harborough, LE16 7AF

Big Green Book Display

A display of books for all ages, focusing on sustainability, the environment and climate change.

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This event is hosted by Quinns Bookshop

13/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

The Well, 45 High St, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 OHS

Shop Display - Benefits of Recycling Clothes

A display focusing on the benefits of giving old and unwanted clothing to charity rather than sending it to landfill.

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This event is hosted by The Well Community Centre

13/06/2023

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10am - 6pm

Symington Building, Adam and Eve St, MH, LE16 7AG

Drop-in Exhibition - HDC Climate Emergency Action Plan

Come along and find out how Harborough District Council and Sustainable Harborough Community are working to tackle the Climate Emergency in Harborough District.

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This event is hosted by Harborough District Council

13/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

13/06/2023

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10am - 5pm

Kibworth Books, The Barn, 29 High St, Kibworth, LE8 0HS

Green Books Promotion

We will be offering 10% off all books in our Nature and Climate Change collection during HBGW. using discount code BIGGREENWEEK10 for all purchases online or in-store.

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Books

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WEDNESDAY 14th June

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14/06/2023

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10am - 3pm

Indoor Market, Northampton Rd, MH, LE16 9HB

Sustainable Harborough Community & Friends

SHC will be hosting a stall at the Indoor Market with a different 'Friend' each day. Today the stall will feature the United for Warm Homes Campaign. Come along find out about the campaign, and help create a House Cosy!

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This event is hosted by Sustainable Harborough Community

14/06/2023

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11am - 12noon

Harborough Innovation Centre, LE16 7WB

Green Business Event - Carbon Reduction Course

Local businesses are invited to this session which is designed to give you an introductory understanding of carbon reduction and climate change in the context of your business.

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This event is hosted by Harborough District Council

14/06/2023

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10.30am - 11.30am

Waterloo Cottage Farm Shop, 34 Harborough Rd, Great Oxendon, LE16 8NA

Sausage Making Demonstration

See how Waterloo Cottage Farm make their fantastic sausages.

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Waterloo Cottage Farm

14/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

The Well, 45 High St, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 OHS

Shop Display - Benefits of Recycling Clothes

A display focusing on the benefits of giving old and unwanted clothing to charity rather than sending it to landfill.

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This event is hosted by The Well Community Centre

14/06/2023

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6.30pm

Leaving from the village green in Great Bowden

Mini Big Green Bike Ride

An 8 mile ride particularly designed for new or returning cyclists or anyone who'd like a bit of outdoor exercise. We ride at a gentle pace and won't leave anyone behind.
There are 8 places available and booking is advised. Suitable for anyone with any sort of bike.

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This event is hosted by Let's Ride

14/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

14/06/2023

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10am - 5pm

Kibworth Books, The Barn, 29 High St, Kibworth, LE8 0HS

Green Books Promotion

We will be offering 10% off all books in our Nature and Climate Change collection during HBGW. using discount code BIGGREENWEEK10 for all purchases online or in-store.

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Books

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THURSDAY 15th June

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15/06/2023

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10am - 3pm

Indoor Market, Northampton Rd, MH, LE16 9HB

Sustainable Harborough Community & Friends

SHC will be hosting a stall at the Indoor Market with a different 'Friend' each day. Today the stall will feature MH Rotary Club, and also various teams from Leicestershire County Council, including the Carbon Reduction Team, and the Warm Homes Team.

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This event is hosted by Sustainable Harborough Community

15/06/2023

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2pm - 4pm

Elderberries Community Garden, Lenthall House, MH, LE16 9LQ

Community Garden Tour

Come and see the the garden and community volunteers in action. All are welcome

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This event is hosted by Elderberries Community Garden

15/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

Quinns Bookshop, Market Harborough, LE16 7AF

Big Green Book Display

A display of books for all ages, focusing on sustainability, the environment and climate change.

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This event is hosted by Quinns Bookshop

15/06/2023

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10.30am - 11.30am

Waterloo Cottage Farm Shop, 34 Harborough Rd, Great Oxendon, LE16 8NA

Pork Pie Making Demonstration

See how Waterloo Cottage Farm make their fantastic pork pies

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Waterloo Cottage Farm

15/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

The Well, 45 High St, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 OHS

Shop Display - Benefits of Recycling Clothes

A display focusing on the benefits of giving old and unwanted clothing to charity rather than sending it to landfill.

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This event is hosted by The Well Community Centre

15/06/2023

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10am - 6pm

Symington Building, Adam and Eve St, MH, LE16 7AG

Drop-in Exhibition - HDC Climate Emergency Action Plan

Come along and find out how Harborough District Council and Sustainable Harborough Community are working to tackle the Climate Emergency in Harborough District.

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This event is hosted by Harborough District Council

15/06/2023

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7pm - 8.30pm

Symington Building, Adam and Eve St, MH, LE16 7AG

Open Meeting - HDC Climate Emergency Action Plan

Come along and find out about Harborough District Council’s Climate Emergency Action Plan and how the Council is working to reduce its carbon footprint. Use the link to book a place.

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This event is hosted by Harborough District Council

15/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

15/06/2023

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10am - 5pm

Kibworth Books, The Barn, 29 High St, Kibworth, LE8 0HS

Green Books Promotion

We will also be offering 10% off all books in our Nature and Climate Change collection during HBGW.

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Books

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FRIDAY 16th June

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16/06/2023

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10am - 3pm

Indoor Market, Northampton Rd, MH, LE16 9HB

Sustainable Harborough Community & Friends

SHC will be hosting a stall at the Indoor Market with a different 'Friend' each day. Today the stall will feature Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife, who will be looking at what we can all do to encourage butterflies and moths into our gardens.

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This event is hosted by Sustainable Harborough Community

16/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

Waterloo Cottage Farm Community Garden, 34 Harborough Rd, Great Oxendon, LE16 8NA

Community Garden Tour

A chance to see what's going on in the community garden, and take part in a Gardeners Question Time. 10am - talk from Angus Clarke about Soil Ecology / Rewilding

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This event is hosted by Waterloo Cottage Farm

16/06/2023

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12noon - 12.30pm

St Dionysius Church, High Street MH, LE16 7NB

Peace Seekers Mindfulness Session

Mindfulness meditation involves sitting silently and paying attention to thoughts, sounds, the sensations of breathing or parts of the body, bringing your attention back whenever the mind starts to wander.

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This event is hosted by MH Eco Churches

16/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

Quinns Bookshop, Market Harborough, LE16 7AF

Big Green Book Display

A display of books for all ages, focusing on sustainability, the environment and climate change.

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This event is hosted by Quinns Bookshop

16/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

Waterloo Cottage Farm Shop, 34 Harborough Rd, Great Oxendon, LE16 8NA

Demonstration of Spinning Wool

See how wool is spun from sheeps fleece

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Waterloo Cottage Farm

16/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

The Well, 45 High St, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 OHS

Shop Display - Benefits of Recycling Clothes

A display focusing on the benefits of giving old and unwanted clothing to charity rather than sending it to landfill.

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This event is hosted by The Well Community Centre

16/06/2023

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1.30pm - 5pm

Stanford Hall Community Supported Agriculture Farm, Stanford Road, Lutterworth LE17 6DH

Bus Trip to visit Stanford Hall CSA Farm

A chance to visit this local farm producing food, restoring the soil, hosting community events, and training on agro-ecological practices. A bus will depart and return to central Market Harborough. Booking essential.

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This event is hosted by Stanford Hall CSA

16/06/2023

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10am - 6pm

Symington Building, Adam and Eve St, MH, LE16 7AG

Drop-in Exhibition - HDC Climate Emergency Action Plan

Come along and find out how Harborough District Council and Sustainable Harborough Community are working to tackle the Climate Emergency in Harborough District.

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This event is hosted by Harborough District Council

16/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

16/06/2023

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10am - 5pm

Kibworth Books, The Barn, 29 High St, Kibworth, LE8 0HS

Green Books Promotion

We will be offering 10% off all books in our Nature and Climate Change collection during HBGW. using discount code BIGGREENWEEK10 for all purchases online or in-store.

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Books

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SATURDAY 17th June

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17/06/2023

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10am - 3pm

Indoor Market, Northampton Rd, MH, LE16 9HB

Sustainable Harborough Community & Friends

Today Sustainable Harborough Community itself will be featuring itself of the stall! Come along and find out about what SHC does, including the work of Harborough Climate Action and Harborough Transport Action.

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This event is hosted by Sustainable Harborough Community

17/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

Theddingworth Village Hall, Main Street Theddingworth, LE17 6QR.

Story of a Family Farm

An exhibition celebrating 100 years of this local organic farm, with photos, diaries and items from the family museum. Free refreshments

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This event is hosted by Harding's Organic Farm

17/06/2023

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10am - 12.30pm

The Village, St Mary's Rd, MH, LE16 7DS

Repair Cafe

Repair of any electro-mechanical items & also to help teach & encourage people to repair, reuse & recycle & thus saving local waste & CO2.

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This event is hosted by Market Harborough Fixers

17/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

Quinns Bookshop, Market Harborough, LE16 7AF

Big Green Book Display

A display of books for all ages, focusing on sustainability, the environment and climate change.

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This event is hosted by Quinns Bookshop

17/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

Waterloo Cottage Farm Community Garden, 34 Harborough Rd, Great Oxendon, LE16 8NA

Community Garden Tour

A chance to see what's going on in the community garden, and take part in a Gardeners Question Time. 10am - talk from Angus Clarke about Soil Ecology / Rewilding

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Waterloo Cottage Farm

17/06/2023

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9am start

Welland Park, Welland Park Road, MH, LE16 9DW

Adult parkrun

Normal 10 parkrun

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This event is hosted by MH parkrun

17/06/2023

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10am - 1pm

The Well, 45 High St, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 OHS

Shop Display - Benefits of Recycling Clothes

A display focusing on the benefits of giving old and unwanted clothing to charity rather than sending it to landfill.

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This event is hosted by The Well Community Centre

17/06/2023

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9am - 4pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

17/06/2023

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10am - 4pm

Kibworth Books, The Barn, 29 High St, Kibworth, LE8 0HS

Green Books Promotion

We will be offering 10% off all books in our Nature and Climate Change collection during HBGW. using discount code BIGGREENWEEK10 for all purchases online or in-store.

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This event is hosted by Kibworth Books

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SUNDAY 18th June

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9am start

Welland Park, Welland Park Road, MH, LE16 9DW

Green Junior parkrun

Normal 2k Junior parkrun, but wear green to show your support for Harborough Big Green Week. There will be a special certificate for entering.

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This event is hosted by MH parkrun

18/06/2023

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11am - 3pm

Welland Park, Welland Park Road, MH, LE16 9DW

Big Green Picnic

A fun family event to finish off HBGW. Come along and join us with your own Green Picnic - maybe made using homegrown or local produce, wrapped with zero waste packaging, and definitely no single use plastics! Through fun events like arts,crafts, nature activities and games, let's help one another to live more sustainably.

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This event is hosted by Sustainable Harborough Community

18/06/2023

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10am - 5pm

Theddingworth Village Hall, Main Street Theddingworth, LE17 6QR.

Story of a Family Farm

An exhibition celebrating 100 years of this local organic farm, with photos, diaries and items from the family museum. Free refreshments

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This event is hosted by Harborough Walks

18/06/2023

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1.30pm

Leaving from the village green in Great Bowden

Big Green Bike Ride

A 15 mile ride particularly designed for new or returning cyclists or anyone who'd like a bit of outdoor exercise. We ride at a gentle pace and won't leave anyone behind.
There are 8 places available and booking is advised. Suitable for anyone with any sort of bike.

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This event is hosted by Let's Ride

18/06/2023

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10.30am - 3.30pm

Aldwinckles Coffee House, 8c Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA

Aldwinckles Cafe, Green Menu

A special Green Menu being offered, showcasing local suppliers.

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This event is hosted by Alwinckles Coffee House

  • Aldwinkles supports the Harborough Big Green Week. Come in for coffee, cakes and scones, homemade daily. 

  • The Café in the Park supports the Harborough Big Green Week. Open 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Sunday for drinks, ice-creams, breakfast and lunches using ingredients from local producers.

  • The Garage Bakehouse supports the Harborough Big Green Week.  Fresh breads and pastries baked locally.

To find out more about what is happening at the launch event on June 10th, click here

Sustainable Harborough Community would like to thank the following organisations for their collaboration and support:

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