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Well, 2022 has whizzed past! I would like to thank you all for your continued support throughout the year. It really is a privilege to help so many of you improve your physical health.

The Mothers’ Union (MU) is a worldwide Christian organisation that promotes the importance of family life. Formed in 1876 by Mary Sumner, an English woman, who after the birth of her first child felt overwhelmed by what she saw as the enormous responsibility of parenthood.

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On a quiet October afternoon in the village where Peggy Pinch is the policeman’s wife, an old lady is poisoned in her parlour armchair. It is 1931 and folk with murder in their midst seem more concerned about Ogden’s unfair circulation of cigarette cards and the fate of Hedley’s Fairy Soap. Peggy cannot solve this murder without discovering the truth behind the myth that a German spy is living amongst them. No more than village gossip? Or did this traitor have a hand in the killing of Spinster Knightly? 

Back by popular demand! The Wildlife Trusts have collectively launched '12 Days of Wild Christmas'. A nature challenge that will inspire you to do one wild thing a day over the festive period.  For example:

As with all Independent Schools, Leicester High School for Girls is inspected by the Independent Schools’ Inspectorate, rather than by OFSTED. Our Inspection took place in November 2022 and I am both thrilled and proud to share our results.

Although not overtly “Christmassy”, this poem by the American poet Robert Frost (1874- 1963) creates a wintry atmosphere and images that suggest it is a dark December night and he has promised to be somewhere, possibly for Christmas? Carol Townend (u3a Poetry Group)

On Saturday 15th October 2022 I was walking along Kibworth High Street, opposite the Co-op when I spotted an old photograph floating in a puddle of water.

On 10th November we held our Annual General Meeting. Especially important this year because Hazel Taylor, our President for the past ten years, was standing down.

Readers will probably be aware of bird flu or HPAI amongst domestic poultry. Causing distress to farmers and concern about the availability of Christmas turkeys. There are also risks to egg production if domestic poultry farms continue to be affected by outbreaks of the disease. We already know that there have been some very significant impacts on wild bird populations. Over 60 species in the UK having been affected by the disease. There are many things not yet known about this outbreak.

Local Elections for District and Parish Councils are coming in early May 2023. We would like to share with you some of the experiences of our very own Kibworth Beauchamp Councillors. Each month we plan to feature a different councillor or two, writing about their experiences and what they enjoy about their roles.

Local Elections for District and Parish Councils are coming in early May 2023. We would like to share with you some of the experiences of our very own Kibworth Beauchamp Councillors. Each month we plan to feature a different councillor or two, writing about their experiences and what they enjoy about their roles.

On 22 November, the Kibworth Art Lovers were treated to a demonstration by Andrew Geeson, professional artist of over 20 years. Andrew takes tutorials and has produced books and videos sharing his passion for the loose watercolours technique which promotes a more light-hearted approach to painting.

Local primary school teacher Harriet Evans, enjoyed a very successful night at Welland Valley Cycling club’s annual awards event. This was held at Kibworth Cricket Club.

November 2022 Meeting