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Comedy Night – Thornton Community Centre

They’re back .. following the success of the first Comedy Night at Thornton last October McSmith Events & Comedy Hotspot are proud to present a new act at the Centre on Friday 20th February 2026.

Space is limited so make sure you buy your tickets early – an ideal Christmas present perhaps.

Comedy Hotspot only bring the very best comedians to their shows, and our show at Thornton Community Centre is no exception. A line up of varied styles, who are all hilarious in their own right. Add a wonderful audience to that and it only means one thing, a superb night of live comedy. We will run the evening like a professional comedy club, ensuring we have the best possible atmosphere and conditions for live comedy.
We cannot wait to welcome you to what is going to be a great second Comedy Hotspot Comedy Event.

There will be a licensed bar at the centre.

Proceeds of a raffle will be donated to the Community Centre.

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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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Heritage Open Days & The National Churches Trust ‘Ride & Stride’

Welcome to England’s largest festival of history and culture!

Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore.

Heritage Open Days are England’s largest community led festival of history and culture events which celebrate our heritage, community and history.

https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/whats-on/printable-area-lists/leicestershire.html

Also every September the National Churches Trust organises ‘Ride and Stride’ for churches – sponsored cycle rides and walks that raise money for the restoration and maintenance of our historic churches and chapels.

https://www.lhct.org.uk/ride-and-stride/

Check out the two links for more information on sites and churches open during September, and please drop in at St Peter’s, Thornton, to view the church and the display of local history. Refreshments available.

Limited street parking. Access from Church Lane by the Corner shop, or take a stroll along the path at Thornton reservoir and walk up to the church from the reservoir.

St Peter’s Church, Thornton

Very largely Early English in character; the nave and the two aisles dating from the beginning of the 14th century or slightly earlier.

St Peter’s church is Grade I listed.

The west tower and spire and the nave clerestory are Perpendicular, added in the 15th century, and the chancel was rebuilt in 1864. The north arcade of the nave has massive octagonal pillars, while that on the south side has quatrefoil pillars. The north aisle has a rare window of ‘ox eye’ design, a cusped spherical triangle. The nave has a full set of Tudor benches, dating from the 1560s their bench ends having carved linenfold panelling.

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St Peter’s – church news and notices.

It’s the first Sunday of the month, 6th July and so, as usual, it is the …. C𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 – 

𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲.  

Breakfast, (full English, Continental or both) is served from 9 to 10 am, with activities for everyone. 

This is followed by our breakfast church service from 10.15. 

Everyone is welcome. 

There is no charge for the breakfast, though donations are welcome.

This week’s service will look at St Peter, to whom our church in Thornton is dedicated, and whose ‘feast day’ was at the end of June.  The service is being led by Pauline. 

We have a couple of other notifications for you:

The funeral of our dear friend, Phil Reader, will be held in St Peter’s at 2.30pm on Thursday 24th July.

This will be a celebration of Phil’s life and the family have asked that people dress accordingly – in colourful, rather than sombre, clothes.

A forward notice, too, for Sunday 13th July – we have visiting preacher Jacob Hussain  joining us on for our J22 service!!

Exciting! Spread the Word!

Back to this weekend and we do hope you are able to join us this Sunday at the Community Centre!

Best Wishes,

Lis

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Local Yoga Class

Gentle YOGA Class

     Thornton Community Centre,

175 Main Street, Thornton, Leicestershire LE67 1AH

      Tuesdays 7.30pm – 8.30pm

Cost £5 per week

(pay on arrival)

 A wonderful way to tone, stretch, relax and re-energize your body.

The emphasis is on gentle posture work-

Breath-work and relaxation.

Suitable for all abilities.

Beginners welcome

Contact

  Paula Smith on 07743 015377

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Thornton Community centre – Wow what a fantastic Wedding and Party venue

Thornton Community centre has had a huge makeover during the past 3 years with over £98,000 spent on repairs and refurbishment. It is an ideal venue for parties, weddings, group and sporting activities, business meetings and so much more.

The centre consists of two halls, the Main hall has a large stage for theatre performances and live bands, and has commanding views over the National Forest and Thornton reservoir. Just off the main hall there is a small meeting room. Patio doors lead onto a large grassed area with a footpath leading to two childrens’ playgrounds and onwards down to the reservoir where there is a 3.2 mile circular walk. The Sports hall, is connected through a small passageway and boasts a new kitchen and new, unisex toilets. The halls can be hired separately or together. There is a free car park.

More information about the centre can be found on this website under the heading Community Centre and Sports hall or email the administrator Kate – tccbookings@yahoo.com

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Thornton Teas with a Twist – 3Ts

Wednesday 28th May  2 to 4 pm

Our next 3Ts afternoon is this week 28th May, 2 to 4 pm.

Please do come and join us for a happy afternoon at Thornton Community Centre, LE67 1AH. 

Everyone is welcome, including well behaved dogs on leads, to drop in at any time and stay for as long as you like.   Just come along and see what we are all about.

Cake, tea & coffee and time to chat.  Games, puzzles and books (to borrow too).  No charge.

Please do let us know if you need a lift. 

Email shirley.garlick19@btinternet.com

Hope to see you.

Shirley and the team

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Thornton Tea with a Twist – Thornton Community Centre

New dates announced for the Spring and Summer.

Why not pop down to Thornton community centre on a Wednesday afternoon for a cuppa and a chat with friends and neighbours.

New to the village or have time on your hands on a Wednesday afternoon then please join us, you will be made most welcome.

Contact Shirley Garlick – 01530 230422 – for more information.