Concerts in park

THE bandstand in Queen’s Park will play centre stage to performances by talent from in and around Loughborough this summer.

Free afternoon concerts by a number of bands and choirs will be staged on the bandstand from Sunday, June 4, until Sunday, August 27.

Performers will include the Loughborough Male Voice Choir, Syston Band and Hathern Youth Concert Band.

Chris Traill, strategic director for neighbourhoods at Charnwood Borough Council said: “Queen’s Park is a lovely place to visit during the summer.

“The addition of some beautiful music means people can enjoy an afternoon of entertainment outdoors.

“If you haven’t visited before I’d encourage you to come along and enjoy these free concerts and see the park.

“The Loughborough Carillon and Charnwood Museum are also in the park, so there’s plenty to see and do while you’re here.”

The concerts all start at 2pm and will take place: • Sunday, June 4 – Loughborough Male Voice Choir and La Guitarelle • Sunday, June 18 – Charnwood Concert Band • Sunday, June 25 – Loughborough Concert Band • Sunday, July 2 - Syston Band • Sunday, July 9 – Melbourne Town Band • Sunday, July 16 – Hathern Youth Concert Band • Sunday, August 13 – New Orleans Hot Shot Jazz Band • Sunday, August 27 – New Hall Ten Piece Band

For more information about events in Queen’s Park, Loughborough, visit www.charnwood.gov.uk/ queenspark

Alternatively Charnwood Borough Council can by contacted by calling 01509 263151.