{"id":187,"date":"2019-03-18T12:00:38","date_gmt":"2019-03-18T12:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/loveloughborough.chameleondigital.co.uk\/love-loughborough\/?page_id=187"},"modified":"2026-04-07T09:11:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T08:11:05","slug":"shopping","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/loveloughborough.co.uk\/love-loughborough\/discover\/shopping\/","title":{"rendered":"Shopping"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”5\/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]
\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]Loughborough offers a great shopping experience, with big names such as TK Maxx, M&S and Next sitting side by side with an eclectic mix of independent boutiques.<\/p>\n

But wander a little further or turn a corner and you will find yourself among a mix of eclectic boutiques, caf\u00e9\u2019s, gift shops and eateries. Look out for these areas:[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” top_padding=”10″ text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”1″]

Award winning markets<\/strong><\/p>\n

Good for bargains, local foods and vintage items. Street markets on Thursday and Saturdays and Vintage Market on Fridays. Look out for speciality street food, evening and Christmas markets.<\/p>\n

Cultural Entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n

Good for comedy, music, theatre, cinema, arts and events at Loughborough Town Hall, Fearon Hall, cinemas and escape rooms.<\/p>\n

Tranquil Queen\u2019s Park<\/strong><\/p>\n

Good for picnics, relaxing and chilling out. Home to the Carillon Tower, Charnwood Museum, bowling green, Victorian bandstand and children\u2019s play area. A great outdoor venue for events.<\/p>\n

Active Town Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n

Good for skating at Southfield\u2019s Skate Park, a full array of activities at Loughborough Leisure Centre and rock climbing at the Climbing Station.<\/p>\n

Eating Out<\/strong><\/p>\n

The town is good for indulging and socialising. From infamous pizzas, award winning restaurants to scrumptious cafes, delis and bistros. World cuisine, quality restaurants, modern street food and cosy cafes make Loughborough a gastronomic feast.<\/p>\n

Shopping<\/strong><\/p>\n

Good for boutique, independent and unique shops complimenting an eclectic mix of national chains. Our shopping centres are all within easy walking distance of each other and of course there\u2019s plenty to explore at the weekly markets.<\/p>\n

Events and celebrations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Renowned for the annual Loughborough Fair which takes over the town centre every November, Christmas celebrations as well as lots of community fairs and festivals to enjoy, there\u2019s plenty to celebrate in Loughborough.<\/p>\n

Nights Out<\/strong><\/p>\n

Great for dancing, parties, gigs and socialising, you can party the night away until 4am if you choose to!<\/p>\n

Step back in time<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explore Loughborough\u2019s fascinating heritage with a train ride on the Great Central Railway, visit the Old Rectory Museum and All Saint\u2019s Parish Church, or the Carillon and War Memorial Museum in Queen\u2019s Park. Also in Queen\u2019s Park is Charnwood Museum, where you can discover the history of the area including the fascinating Charnwood Forest and Charnia Fossil.<\/p>\n

With the surrounding countryside of Charnwood Forest, Loughborough has so much to discover, you\u2019ll need more than a day to explore it all!<\/p>\n

To find out more pick up one of our Love Loughborough maps, Discover Charnwood Visitor Guides or visit our websites:<\/p>\n

loveloughborough.co.uk<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

discovercharnwood.co.uk <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget there\u2019s free Wi-Fi throughout the town centre.<\/p>\n

Perfect for downloading your Love Loughborough loyalty app to access town centre discounts and offers. <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]

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Loughborough Retail Market<\/h2>\n

Every Thursday & Saturday – 8am to 4pm<\/h6>\n

Loughborough’s award winning retail market has been part of the town’s history for almost 800 years and is rich in character, atmosphere and colour. The market stalls sell an eclectic range of products from fresh produce through to confectionary, clothing to household goods.<\/p>\n

In 2017 the Loughborough Retail Market won the Best Large Outdoor Market of the Year award.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]

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Loughborough Vintage Market<\/h2>\n

Every Friday – 9am to 4pm<\/h5>\n

A popular, bustling and interesting market which has around 40 stalls offering an excellent selection of antiques, books and second hand collectors items for sale.<\/p>\n

The market also offers members of the public the opportunity to sell their unwanted household items.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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