Leicester Communities Together Festival – Helen’s Report
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At the Leicester Communities Together Festival on 13 September 2025, Jubilee Square hosted advice stalls, performances and family activities. Reporting for Soar Sound, Helen Pettman, editor of the Evington Echo, interviewed local organisations including Citizen’s Advice, Age UK, Leicester Libraries and Turning Point. Her conversations highlighted support for housing, mental health, carers, fostering and community creativity. Well attended and energetic, the festival showed how Leicester’s communities share knowledge and build connections, with organisers praised for delivering an event that was both informative and enjoyable.
The Leicester Communities Together Festival, held on 13 September 2025 in Jubilee Square, proved to be a lively and meaningful occasion, bringing local people and organisations into the heart of the city. As part of Soar Sound’s coverage, community reporter Helen Pettman, editor of the Evington Echo, spent the day meeting stallholders, volunteers and visitors to learn more about the support and opportunities available across Leicester.
Helen’s conversations reflect the wide range of groups who took part. From Citizens Advice and Age UK to Leicester Libraries, Turning Point, Focus Charity and the City Council’s Adult Social Care team, each stall shared practical guidance on issues such as housing, welfare, mental health, caring responsibilities and creative activities. Fostering services and cultural initiatives also featured, showing the many ways people in Leicester can connect and contribute to community life.
The atmosphere in Jubilee Square was both welcoming and energetic, with performances, family activities and information stands running side by side. For participants, the festival was a chance not only to promote their work but also to build partnerships and exchange ideas with other organisations. For visitors, it offered direct access to advice, support and inspiration in one place.
Events like this demonstrate the strength of Leicester’s communities and the importance of bringing people together in a shared public space. The Leicester Communities Together Festival was well attended and widely appreciated, and praise is due to the organisers for creating an event that was both entertaining and informative. The full flavour of the day can be heard in Helen Pettman’s interviews for Soar Sound, which capture the commitment and creativity of those working to make Leicester a more connected and supportive city.
