Category: Community

On Thursday 12 February 2026, the planning committee of Harborough District Council unanimously refused the application (25/00793/OUT) to build an estate of 28 houses in the field just to the south of Kibworth Medical Centre.

Having lived, walked and run around the countryside of Kibworth and Smeeton Westerby for most of my life, it has taken nearly 40 years to return to a passion that began at school – drawing and painting.

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In the February issue of Neighbourhood Link (NHL) newsletter, it is reported in the You Said We Did section:

This will be my last update from KCH, as from 31 March the charity will be dissolved and the lease and running of Kibworth Community Hub will be taken over by Kibworth Beauchamp Parish Council. I have been chair on three separate occasions now and, although there have been trials and tribulation on the way, it has never been less than a privilege to serve the village.

Kilby ‘Get To Know Your Neighbours’ held their annual Skittles Night at The Conservative Club in Wigston on Friday 20^th February. This year’s winners were Iain Jones for the Mens’ Team and Gill Parsons won on behalf of the Ladies’ Team. A raffle was held and £80 was raised, with the money going to the Kilby Woodland Trust. Thanks go to everyone concerned in organising the teams and to the staff at the Conservative Club for the supper.

As you read this we will officially be in spring. It has been an unusual winter, following a bountiful autumn.

“Don’t tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.” ― Anton Chekhov

The Kilby Woodland Trust, established in 2009, manages 15 acres of woodland. They raise funds by selling tree plots for new trees or adopting existing trees. They also host fundraising events and rent out garden areas. From February, two-thirds of the vacant plots are available for £32 annually.

Kibworth Scout Group are thrilled to announce our plans for a brand-new, modern, purpose-built Scout building on our land by the railway.