Brilliant turnout to celebrate Coalville Park’s 125th birthday
Published: Fri 12 July, 2024
Hundreds of people flocked to Coalville Park to mark its 125th Anniversary, for a special event set up by North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC) and Friends of Coalville Park.
On the weekend of Saturday 29 June and Sunday 30 June, hundreds of people enjoyed two days of festivities, with live music, children’s entertainment, street food and community stalls.
NWLDC has thanked Everyone Active for sponsoring the event, Aggregate Industries and the Bardon Hill Quarry Community Fund for funding the event and Friends of Coalville Park for organising the Community Sports Day on Saturday, as well as all the stall holders, all the bands and entertainment, and everyone that came to support.
As part of the celebrations a time capsule has been buried in Coalville Park which Leicestershire’s Lord Lieutenant Mr Michael Kapur and Deputy Chairman Councillor Ray Morris unveiled.
The capsule is set to be opened in 2074, in 50 years’ time, and includes objects and posters from local schools and community groups to remind people of the work that goes on in the local area.
Councillor Tony Gillard, Portfolio Holder for Business and Regeneration at NWLDC, said: “Our Celebrate Coalville Park’s 125th Anniversary event was a major success, having everything from live music to dance troupes to children’s rides and much more.
“The weather was kind to us and it was excellent to see so many people enjoying the festivities.
“Thank you to everyone who was involved that made this event a success, what better way to celebrate such an iconic part of Coalville?”
Duncan Gibb, contract manager for Everyone Active, said: “It was a pleasure to sponsor Coalville Park’s 125th anniversary event and play our part in bringing the community together to celebrate.
“We hope everyone had a fantastic time and we wish Coalville Park a very happy birthday from all of us here at Whitwick and Coalville Leisure Centre!”
