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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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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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Markfield & Thornton Theatre Group

The much anticipated next performance by the Markfield and Thornton theatre group – Holiday Snap – commences on Tuesday 24th September for a 4 night run.

Tickets still available – £8

The group are asking for volunteers to help them build the set on stage at Thornton Community Centre. This will take place over the weekend of Saturday and Sunday 14th & 15th September from 8am.

Do you have skills with a hammer and nails and a few hours to spare that weekend and perhaps for future performances?

Then please contact Andy Dobrowolski on 01530 469714 or if it’s easier email – MTTG.Theatre@gmail.com

MTTG is a small friendly group who would make you most welcome whether you would like to join them backstage or indeed on the stage. They normally meet for a couple of hours at the Community Centre on a Wednesday evening.