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Marking Remembrance across Harborough district

Services, parades and ceremonies are being held across the district to mark this year’s Remembrance Day, to pay tribute to the Armed Forces and to remember all victims of conflict.

Market Harborough Christmas Lights Switch On kicks off the festive season in the district

Christmas in the district will begin with Market Harborough’s Christmas Lights Switch On event in the town centre on 22 November 2025.

Five-year housing land supply updated as new local plan gets nearer

An update published today, 31st October 2025, by Harborough District Council confirms that the district’s five-year housing land supply has dropped slightly from 3.5 to 3.1 years, as a direct result of changes in government policy, something that is beyond the council’s control.

Volunteers and community groups celebrated at second Harborough District Community Awards

People from across the Harborough district have been recognised for their important contributions to their communities at a special awards ceremony.