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Thornton Christmas Food & Craft Fayre

This year we are pleased to have added food stalls to our popular annual Christmas Fayre to be held on Saturday 22nd November at Thornton Community Centre (LE67 1AH).

We have two halls full of exciting stalls.

Spotlighting a few new stalls this year to include.

Wildlife artist from Thornton, Alexia Claire, selling her unique Christmas cards, gift wrap, wall art and her popular calendar plus a £1 bargain box.

Markfield based ‘Time for Beer’, selling a wide range of beers from its micro-brewery in Warwickshire; gift boxed, seasonal labels, plus ‘St Peter’s Thornton pale ale’ whilst stocks last.

Natural, local Leicestershire honey from Barrow House Bees.

Jo (visiting from Devon) will be selling her own unique handcrafted pieces, combining ceramics and driftwood. ‘Inspired by nature and made with love from the wild Devon countryside.’

Thornton Calendars on sale, with wonderful photographs of the village taken by villager, and photographer, Matthew Soulsby……

….and much, much more, so you can find that ideal Christmas gift!

Refreshments will be available all day, plus games for all, the annual quiz sheet and, of course, a chance to see Father Christmas in his grotto (£1.50 per child for visit and gift).

Admission to the Fayre is 50p with no charge for accompanied children aged 14 and under.

Come and enjoy the happy and friendly atmosphere.

Raising money for the repair and improvement of St Peter’s church.

Organised by FOSP (Friends of St Peter’s).

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Luke Jackson – Charity Payments 2025

This year’s payment will be made to the residents of Thornton and Bagworth on Saturday 6th December 2025, between 10am and 12 noon at their local Community Centres.

Payments are made to those who are in receipt of the Government State Pension.

The arrangements for Stanton under Bardon will be notified locally.

Jacquie Barnes (Trustee of Luke Jackson Charity).

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Thornton Community Centre – thank you.

The trustees would like to say a big thank you to Wj.uk, a leading road line marking company based in Milton Keynes, for their community spirit in renewing the very worn white and yellow lines in the Centre car park at no cost.

They have also created a second parking bay for the less able, and two yellow ‘boxes’ to allow better access for pedestrians heading to the play areas and reservoir, and for machinery to access to the field behind the centre.

The work was organised by Mai Vasudevan and carried out by Joe Stubbs and his team on Thursday, whilst the centre was closed for half term. A difficult task in the torrential rain.

Thank you it looks so much better and another improvement completed off a very long ‘to do’ list.

https://www.wj.uk/

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Annual Christmas Craft Fayre – 22nd November 10am until 2pm

Raising money for the repair and improvement of St Peter’s church.

22nd November 10am until 2pm at Thornton Community Centre.

Local food stalls including specialist beers, honey, jams and pickles, cakes and samosas, as well as beautifully crafted items.

Refreshments available all day.

Plus games and a chance to see Father Christmas in his grotto.

A village event not to miss.

Please help us raise money to help look after our lovely church.

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McSmith Events – Comedy Night

A new events company based in Thornton, McSmith Events, hosted their first event at Thornton Community Centre on Saturday 11th October.

Together with Comedy Hotspot they brought the first of what is hoped to be many Comedy nights to Thornton.

It was a hoot, three excellent comedians and a very funny host entertained us over a two and a half hour period, with the occasional short break to replenish our drinks from the bar set up in the meeting room and kitchen.

Don’t miss the next one on Friday 20th February 2026 – tickets available soon.

All in all a thoroughly enjoyable evening and something very different for Thornton.

In keeping with their ethos, McSmith Events ran a raffle with some excellent prizes, to raise money for the Community Centre (a charitable organisation that relies on donations, grants and bookings). Plus promised a £1 from every ticket sold to be donated to the centre.

The Trustees sincerely thank McSmith Events for their donation of £204 towards the running costs of the Centre.

McSmith Events are a family-run company based in Thornton, Leicestershire, bringing top-quality entertainment to local community spaces.

From comedy nights to quizzes and parties, our events supports talent, community spaces, and good causes.

Email – info@mcsmithevents.co.uk

Mobile – 07359 894186

Website – https://www.facebook.com/people/McSmith-Events/61578637385404/#

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Calendar 2026 – Thornton, Leicestershire

I am very pleased to announce that a beautiful 2026 Thornton Village Calendar, with photographs by Matthew Soulsby, is now available to buy.


Early Bird Special – on sale for £8.50 each, until November 1st when they will be on sale for £10.

Cash on delivery is available locally, or please direct message me for bank transfer details, if you prefer.

A large percentage of the net profit will go to St Peters Church.

If you would like one or more then please send me a direct message, including the number of calendars you would like to purchase, as well as your address for delivery.

I will deliver personally if the delivery is within Thornton, Bagworth and surrounding villages. If outside this area, a delivery charge will be added to the cost.

I have a limited number so please make sure not to miss out on a wonderful stocking filler.

Thank you for all your support.

Matthew Soulsby.

(Matthew can be contacted through his Facebook page – https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1558687135117971&set=a.119243165729049).

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The Beacon Players – Woodhouse Eaves

Present a comedy thriller – ‘A Tomb with a View’.

“A Tomb with a View” is a comedic thriller by Norman Robbins, set in a sinister library where a lawyer reads a will to a bizarre family, leading to a series of unexpected twists and turns.

Plot Summary

The play unfolds in the eerie library of the Tomb Mansion, where the family gathers for the reading of the will of the recently deceased patriarch, Septimus Tomb. The characters  include a variety of eccentric family members, such as a werewolf-obsessed brother, a toga wearing relative who believes he is Julius Caesar, and a gentle old lady with a penchant for  gardening. As the will is read, tensions rise, and soon, bodies start piling up, leading to a  chaotic and humorous investigation into the family’s dark secrets.

Themes and Style

“A Tomb with a View” is characterized by its blend of comedy and thriller elements, often described as a spoof thriller. The play features numerous plot twists, red herrings, and a  cast of characters that are both humorous and sinister. The setting in a gloomy mansion  adds to the atmosphere, creating a backdrop for the unfolding drama and comedy.

When and Where

7.30pm on Thurs, Fri & Sat, 27th, 28th, 29th November

Woodhouse Eaves Village Hall.

Cafe style seating – bring your own nibbles and drinks.

See poster for details on how to purchase your tickets.