Lifestyle

New plantings in the new canal boat in Heritage Garden

COLUMN - Melton In Bloom with Marie Walters

Christmas presents don't have to cost anything - you can make them youirself

COLUMN - Money Matters with Amanda Heath (Melton & District Money Advice Centre)

Lovehoney’s £119 couples advent calendar contains 24 grown-up surprises and comes with free standard delivery.

Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar has 24 surprises

Forget chocolate, this Topps Match Attax advent calendar is the Christmas countdown football fans will love

The Match Attax advent calendar football fans will love

A previous Melton Mowbray Christmas Tree Festival at St Mary's Church

More than 200 entries for this year's Melton Mowbray Christmas Tree Festival

Photos from various archaeological digs across the Wreake Valley

Archaeologist to give talk about historic finds across the Wreake Valley

Homes and Gardens

Managing director Lizzie Bateman (left) and lettings negotiator, Robyn Antcliffe, representing Bentons at the 2026 ESTAS Awards

'Incredibly proud' Melton estate agents celebrate national industry awards
The lettings team at a Melton Mowbray estate agency are celebrating winning recognition at a prestigious industry awards event.
Nick Rennie

Stacey Solomon has called the Shark PowerDetect Transformer PowerTrio System the “vacuum of dreams”, praising its powerful suction and versatile design - and fans can get £160 off with an exclusive code.

Stacey Solomon loves this powerful Shark ‘vacuum of dreams’

The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

Bunches has plenty of options to choose from including flowers, hampers and greeting cards.

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

Pets

YuMove's special offers make it more affordable to support your furry friend

Pet joint support: 50% off your first two subscription months

From hesitation on stairs to stiffness after a snooze, changes in your dog’s routine deserve attention, while YuMOVE’s subscription offer cuts the initial cost

Gareth Butterfield

Gareth Butterfield

Knowing when to look into providing supplements is crucial - and they're cheaper than you might think

The small changes in your dog’s routine worth a closer look

Mars is expanding its 2026 Global Adoption Weekend to over 30 countries

Ad Feature Study reveals uncertainty about pets' backgrounds deters adopters

The small changes that could explain why your dog is slowing down Gareth Butterfield

Gareth Butterfield

Cars & Motoring

Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

Young Driver sessions are available on Wowcher

Discounts on driving experiences for teens ahead of Christmas

Retro & Heritage

The restored and extended Goadby Marwood village hall

Historic village hall set to reopen after restoration and extension project

A 165-year-old village hall is to reopen following a major restoration and extension project.

Belvoir Castle hosts filming of popular Netflix political thriller

Two local stately homes were used for filming a popular Netflix drama which has just aired.

New Melton Mowbray Townwarden Ian Neale takes the chain of office from Adrienne Holland, who previously had the role

Ian takes over as Melton Mowbray’s new Townwarden

The new Townwarden of Melton Mowbray is a man with strong links to the church and who has given years of dedicated voluntary service to the community.

Melton classic car enthusiast features in national magazine with beloved Jaguar

Nick Rennie

New books published about the history of Melton Mowbray

Town historians have published two fascinating new books focusing on elements of the history of Melt...

Town centre streets set to be packed again for Melton Remembrance Sunday parade

Veterans and serving members of the military will be taking part again in the annual Remembrance Sun...

Staycation

Hotel Indigo, Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is the perfect destination for a day trip or summer break
See Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, pause by the River Avon to watch swans drift by and dip in and out of the independent shops and cafés that make the town so special
Karla Hall

Ye Olde Bell Hotel exterior

Beat those winter blues with a stay at Nottinghamshire spa hotel

An expert has shared tips and tricks on how to secure a budget-friendly staycation and save money when choosing to holiday in the UK. (Photo: Getty Images)

The best way to save money on a UK holiday for summer 2026

Dawn at Swansea Bay.

A staycation at Swansea Bay combines coastline and culture

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The Cricut crafting machine that could turn a hobby into a business and it does more than just stickers

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Families have the chance to see Santa in Lapland

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Impeccable hospitality at The Chesterfield Mayfair, from the elegant Butlers Restaurant to cocktails at Stanley's Rooftop Bar.

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Spa guests relax beside the pool at Bannatyne Wakefield

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Fit for a treasure chest: Hourglass's dazzling limited-edition palettes are every bit as beautiful on the inside as they are on the outside.

Hourglass's limited-edition makeup palettes are flying off the shelves

Pour Moi's Atelier Lace set in Blackberry/Pink combines floral lace with a flattering plunge bra and matching Brazilian briefs.

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A photo from the Allison Homes charity ball in aid of Rainbows

Charity ball raises £20k for Leicestershire children's hospice

Melton BID manager James Colclough

£1.2M to be invested into Melton Mowbray after BID contract is renewed

Witches join the Waltham Scottish country music dance group

Eight witches join the Waltham Scottish country dancing class for a spooky treat

Darren Bicknell's new cook book in aid of the BEST charity

Cook book with a cricket theme launched to support Vale of Belvoir charity

The Cricut crafting machine that could turn a hobby into a business and it does more than just stickers

The Cricut is topping Christmas wish lists, and it's easy to see why

Forget tablets and toys, Yoto is the Christmas present children can enjoy all year round

Yoto is the screen-free Christmas gift children can use every day

OPI shoppers can spin an online reward wheel to win extra discounts, free nail polish, vouchers and more in its early Black Friday promotion.

Beauty fans can win freebies in early Black Friday deal

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

Family Christmas holidays from £179 with Santa visits and festive fun

The St John's Community Hall in Thorpe End, which hosts a Thursday lunch club

Volunteers sought for free festive lunch for struggling Melton people

From left: W Bro David Alcraft (lodge charity steward), Emily Faulks (clinical lead at Dove Cottage) and W Bro William Hutchison

Vale of Belvoir hospice boosted by donation of thousands of pounds

The start of the 200th Melton Mowbray Junior Parkrun in Play Close Park

Celebrations as children take part in the 200th Melton Mowbray Junior Parkrun

Christmas gift ideas from Olaplex, Hourglass, Sweaty Betty, Hunter and Neal’s Yard Remedies, with beauty, fragrance and pampering treats for under the tree.

35 best Christmas gifts for 2026 from just £2.99

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