It's been reported it was halted because of a medical emergency.
It's been reported the Atherstone ball game was halted because of a medical emergency.
The shrove Tuesday tradition that's in its 821st year got underway on Long Street in the town.
A social media post from the organisers of the game says "one of their stewards took ill and was seen to immediately by a first responder.
He received the best care on site and that is carrying on at hospital."
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Body of a man found in water at Stoney Cove
The site was closed off when officers carried out their enquiries.
Beaumanor Hall temporary closed due to public safety risk
The main building at Beaumanor Hall is the only area affected by the structural issues.
Eight men jailed after police operation uncovered drug dealing gangs
Eight men were sentenced at court to a total of more than 60 years’ imprisonment.
Police carrying out a search of Stoney Cove
The site has been closed off.
Witnesses to robbery in Hinckley asked to come forward
Some people chased the man and retrieved the pushbike.
Air Ambulance called after collision on M1
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