Oadby and Wigston Borough Council

October 2024

Thursday, 17 October 2024

Come along to our borough's Christmas light switch on events!

Join us for the borough's Christmas Light Switch On events this November and December.

Wednesday, 16 October 2024

Support our Remembrance parades this November

Parades and church services will take place in Wigston and Oadby on Remembrance Sunday (10 November), and are an opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

Monday, 14 October 2024

Borough recognised as East Midlands in Bloom’s least littered entry as it scores 14th consecutive Gold Award

Oadby & Wigston has claimed its 14th consecutive Gold Award at this year's East Midlands in Bloom competition – as well as scooping an extra award for the ‘Least Littered’ entry seen by judges in this year’s competition.

Tuesday, 1 October 2024

Have your say at our Residents' Forums

This October and November.

September 2024

Monday, 30 September 2024

Oadby & Wigston volunteers to be celebrated in special 50th anniversary event

Nominations are now open to recognise local volunteer heroes in Oadby & Wigston!

Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Discover volunteering opportunities in Oadby & Wigston!

Join Voluntary Action Leicestershire from 12pm - 2pm on Wednesday 16 October at Oadby Baptist Churc

Wednesday, 18 September 2024

Could you be eligible for pension credit and other support?

Did you know that if you are of State Pension age and eligible for Pension Credit, you could receive extra support for heating costs such as the Winter Fuel Payment, the Warm Home Discount Scheme and Cold Weather Payments?

Monday, 16 September 2024

Council hosts election in local school to encourage the next generation of voters

Pupils, parents and teachers at Little Hill Primary School, Wigston, have taken to the polls in a special mock election organised by Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC).

Monday, 16 September 2024

Re-dedication of the Oadby & Wigston Remembrance Room

On Saturday 14 September we held a service at Wigston Cemetery to re-dedicate the Oadby & Wigston Remembrance Room.

Tuesday, 10 September 2024

Colourful new mural brightens up Bell Street in Wigston

A new mural has been unveiled in Wigston town centre, transforming a vandalised wall into a work of art.

Wednesday, 4 September 2024

Council comment on privately owned green space in the borough

The council is aware of local speculation about sales listings that have appeared for some privately owned open space in the borough, and has made the following statement to help keep residents informed:

Tuesday, 3 September 2024

Public invited to re-dedication of Oadby & Wigston Remembrance Room

Members of the public are invited on Saturday 14 September for the Re-dedication of the Oadby & Wigston Remembrance Room.

Tuesday, 3 September 2024

Congratulations to Oadby & Wigston's baking champion!

A massive congratulations to our baking champion, Becky Prettyman, who won our baking contest

Tuesday, 3 September 2024

Oadby food festival celebrates success after showing off borough’s rich culinary offer

Oadby welcomed hundreds of visitors to its first food festival on Saturday.

Tuesday, 3 September 2024

Wigston Cemetery vandalism condemned

Criminal damage caused at Wigston Cemetery over the weekend has been condemned

August 2024

Friday, 23 August 2024

Oadby Food Festival to showcase borough’s rich international food offering and celebrate local community

A brand-new food festival is coming to Leicestershire on Saturday 31 August, bringing exciting local food vendors and entertainment to The Parade, Oadby.

Thursday, 22 August 2024

Enter your best bakes into our competition at the Oadby Food Festival!

Enter our baking competition on Saturday 31 August as part of our Oadby Food Festival for the chance to win some amazing prizes from local businesses!

Wednesday, 21 August 2024

Come along to the Oadby Food Festival!

Join us on The Parade on Saturday 31 August to discover the fabulous food and drink our borough has to offer and enjoy a day of entertainment!

Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Meet the u3a in Oadby

Learn more about the 40 groups they have on offer for members!

Wednesday, 7 August 2024

AccessAble accessibility guides for Oadby & Wigston

Find detailed accessibility information for venues in Oadby & Wigston.

Monday, 5 August 2024

New Brocks Hill play area opens at family-favourite country park

A brand new play area for children has opened in time for the summer holidays at Brocks Hill Country Park. The Green Flag Award-winning Oadby park is already popular with families but has now been improved further following investment from Oadby..

Friday, 2 August 2024

Oadby & Wigston parks recognised among country’s best after scooping 17th Green Flag Awards

Oadby’s Brocks Hill Country Park and Wigston’s Peace Memorial Park have both achieved the prestigious Green Flag Award for the 17th consecutive year.

July 2024

Thursday, 25 July 2024

Come along to the Botanic Garden Festival!

On Sunday 1 September at the University of Leicester's Botanic Garden

Thursday, 25 July 2024

Making a Space for Nature - resident workshop in Wigston

Join the county council's Making a Space for Nature team on Thursday 1 August, 10am-12pm at Wigston Fields Community Centre, 242 Leicester Rd, Wigston LE18 1HQ, for a residents' workshop to capture your ideas on what people and..

Thursday, 18 July 2024

Come along to CommFest!

Family-friendly activities on Saturday 27 July!

Tuesday, 16 July 2024

We're bringing the youth bus to South Wigston!

Every Thursday this summer holiday!

Friday, 12 July 2024

Join us for Olympics in the Park!

Join us for a Saturday of sport at Blaby Road Park, South Wigston, on 10 August!

Monday, 8 July 2024

Have your say at our Residents' Forums!

Taking place this July

June 2024

Monday, 24 June 2024

Solar Together is back for Oadby & Wigston residents!

By joining the scheme, property owners can get a competitive price on high-quality solar panels and installations from a vetted provider

Wednesday, 19 June 2024

Armed Forces Flag Raising

On Monday 24 June we will be holding our annual flag raising ceremony at Brocks Hill Country Park, Oadby, to mark the start of Armed Forces Week.

Monday, 10 June 2024

Carer's Week 2024

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face, and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

May 2024

Thursday, 30 May 2024

Come along for a family fun day in South Wigston!

We are delighted to be working with CEL Sports to help fund a family fun day on Saturday 22 June

Wednesday, 22 May 2024

New mayor appointed as community leader is recognised for contributions to the borough

Councillor Clare Kozlowski was elected to the position during a Mayor Making ceremony at the council’s Annual General Meeting

Tuesday, 21 May 2024

As You Like It and Errol's Garden are coming to the Botanic Garden

Outdoor performances are taking place in Oadby's Botanic Garden this summer

Monday, 20 May 2024

A new play area for Brocks Hill!

Work to install a new junior play area is starting this week at Brocks Hill Country Park in Oadby.

Friday, 17 May 2024

Medieval fair headlines St Wistan’s Day celebrations in Wigston

Re-enactments, an encounter with an Anglo-Saxon fletcher, performances from Morris dancers and a Punch & Judy show will all feature at a fun-filled medieval fair in Wigston.

Friday, 17 May 2024

The fair is coming to South Wigston!

Bring your family or friends and head down to Blaby Road Park, South Wigston, on bank holiday weekend to enjoy all the fun of the fair from Friday 24 to Monday 27 May!

Tuesday, 14 May 2024

New scheme to help residents reduce energy bills and install energy-efficient measures

*Shared in partnership with Leicestershire County Council Hundreds of households across Leicestershire could benefit from tailored help and advice about energy efficiency improvements, and how to access grants and funding to pay for their..

Tuesday, 14 May 2024

Open-air Shakespeare and more planned for summer events at Oadby oasis

The University of Leicester has revealed the annual summer events programme at the Botanic Garden, in Oadby.

April 2024

Tuesday, 23 April 2024

Free patient transport for Covid-19 vaccinations

To help people who are unable to travel to a vaccination clinic, a free patient transport service is now available.

Friday, 19 April 2024

Come along to the Wigston Framework Knitters Museum craft fair!

From 10am - 4pm on Saturday 27 April.

Thursday, 18 April 2024

Beacon lighting to commemorate 80th anniversary of D-Day in Oadby & Wigston

Commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day at a special country park event.

Friday, 5 April 2024

Armed Forces Breakfast - Saturday 4 May

All veterans and serving personnel in Oadby & Wigston are invited to enjoy a free breakfast on Saturday 4 May from 11am – 2pm, hosted by Oadby & Wigston Borough Veteran Support.

Thursday, 4 April 2024

Menphys awarded top prize in borough’s Easter shop front competition

Menphys in Wigston has been revealed as the winner of the Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) Easter Shop Front Competition.

Wednesday, 3 April 2024

Public drop-ins planned as borough council opens consultation on new Local Plan

A series of information drop-ins are being planned to help people in the Borough of Oadby & Wigston make informed comments on the borough’s emerging new Local Plan.

Wednesday, 3 April 2024

Have your say and help us make space for nature

People are being asked for their priorities to help shape an ambitious new nature strategy for Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland.

March 2024

Wednesday, 27 March 2024

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