Harborough District Council

04/09/2026

This September, Heritage Open Days returns!

🏰🏚️Heritage Open Days is an opportunity for people to explore venues that either usually charge or are not open to visitors at all.

🔎We have been working with local organisers across Harborough district, to develop an exciting programme of interesting historical places to visit, for free, all opening between 11 - 20 September 2026.

👉For more information, please visit: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk and https://visitharborough.com

03/09/2026

👏The annual canvass of electors is well under way and we've already received many responses!

📮 We will be sending reminder forms and emails to those who have not yet responded.

📧If we hold an email address for people in the household they may receive an email from [email protected].

✅Please be assured this is from Harborough District Council and it is safe to respond. Don't forget to check your 'junk' folder!

❕❗The annual canvass takes place each year - it's when we contact every household in Harborough District to check if the details we hold on the electoral register are correct. We have to do this by law.

👉For more info visit: https://www.harborough.gov.uk/canvass

03/09/2026

Today, we are flying the Red Ensign flag over The Symington Building in Market Harborough.

This flag is flown for Merchant Navy Day as we take time to recognise the sacrifices made by seafarers in two world wars and to celebrate our dependence on modern-day merchant seafarers.

02/09/2026

❓What's your best energy-saving tip?

💚Whether it's a simple change at home, a sustainable travel choice or a clever way to cut energy use, we'd love to hear it.

👉Explore free energy-saving advice from
💠National Grid - https://ow.ly/KqTQ50ZFun7
💠Energy Saving Trust - Energy Efficiency Grants and Schemes - https://ow.ly/m5X350ZFun9
💠Gov UK Energy Advice Service - https://ow.ly/EJBc50ZFung
💠Ofgem Consumer Advice - https://ow.ly/JUFF50ZFunb

🫶Small actions can make a big difference.

01/09/2026

❓ Thinking about joining the Harborough District Youth Council but would like to find out more? ❓

Pop along to our drop-in session on Thursday 10 September between 5.30pm and 7pm to meet current members, hear what it’s like being part of the Youth Council and learn how you can make a difference in your local community!

📍 Location: Room G18, The Symington Building, Adam and Eve Street, Market Harborough LE16 7AG

📅 Date: Thursday 10 September

⏰ Time: 5:30pm-7pm drop in anytime

😊 No pressure to join just come along and have a chat!

If you are unable to attend the drop-in session but would like to find out more, please contact Becca at [email protected]

01/09/2026

The fabulous Farmers Market takes place this week on Thursday 3 September!

⏰9am-3pm
📍The Square, Market Harborough, LE16 7PA
💸Free

🍊The market showcases local farmers and producers enabling them to sell directly to you. Come along and shop local.

31/08/2026

🌟 One Last Chance to Nominate an Amazing Young Person! 🌟

👉We've extended nominations for the Harborough District Community Awards 2026 Young Person of the Year Award until 1 September!

⭐Now that schools, colleges and youth groups are back for the new term, we're making one final push to recognise the incredible young people aged 11-18 who make a difference in our communities.

🫶Do you know a young person who volunteers, fundraises, helps others, shows leadership, or goes above and beyond?

They might:
💠Volunteer their time to help others
💠Raise money for charity
💠Support community projects
💠Show exceptional leadership
💠Champion a cause they care about
💠Support their peers
💠Consistently go above and beyond for others

👉Get the new term off to a good start by celebrating their achievements and nominate now!

📅 Deadline: 1 September, 12 midday
🔗Fill out the nomination form now: https://ow.ly/tG0450ZBPla

28/08/2026

⚠Weather warning issued!

A Office yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in place from 12 noon today with the chance of localised flooding across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

Three flood alerts have also been issued for Leicester and Leicestershire by the Agency .

The latest weather updates mean possible disruption to road and rail journeys, the chance of flooded properties in some areas, and the potential for power cuts.

Flooding can strike anywhere - especially where ground is dry - so always try to:

• Know your risk and stay informed
• Check in on others, especially people who live alone or may find it harder to cope
• Never enter flood water, on foot or in a vehicle. In an emergency, call 999

Make sure you're prepared for flooding: https://www.llrresilienceforum.org.uk/prepare-yourself/flooding

Weather warning issued! ⚠️

A Met Office yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in place from 12 noon today with the chance of localised flooding across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

Three flood alerts have also been issued for Leicester and Leicestershire by the Environment Agency .

The latest weather updates mean possible disruption to road and rail journeys, the chance of flooded properties in some areas, and the potential for power cuts.

Flooding can strike anywhere - especially where ground is dry - so always try to:

• Know your risk and stay informed
• Check in on others, especially people who live alone or may find it harder to cope
• Never enter flood water, on foot or in a vehicle. In an emergency, call 999

Make sure you're prepared for flooding 👉🏽 https://orlo.uk/ptBJZ

28/08/2026

👉Need something to do this bank holiday weekend?

⭐Why not check out https://visitharborough.com/

✅The Visit Harborough website is filled with lots to do and see across the district including local walks and activities.

27/08/2026

👀Did you know?
🖌️Creative Harborough have over 80 events organised in September
🥳And more than half of them free!
👉Further details can be found at www.creativeharborough.org