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We are delighted to welcome John Beatty to Kibworth. He is one of Britain’s most exciting and stimulating nature, travel and adventure photographers. For thirty years, John has ventured across the world returning with stories of his unique experiences of the wilderness.

‘Place the body near the beginning of your book—preferably on the first page, perhaps the first sentence’ - Louise Penny

Harborough Walking Festival - Ends this Sunday 17 September

The Harborough Singers will make a rare appearance at St. Wilfrid’s Church, Kibworth on Saturday 4 November. One of the leading Midlands chamber choirs, the group last performed in Kibworth almost exactly thirteen years ago… Wait, 13? Isn’t that supposed to be unlucky?

Hermann Ludwig’s history

On Sunday 24 September the Great Bowden Recital Trust Orchestra rounds off a series of Sunday afternoon short concerts in St. Peters, Church Langton. A spot of informal music making by local amateurs can be enjoyed along with refreshments. Seats can be reserved in advance (for catering purposes) by contacting r.folwell@btinternet.com or 01858 545 160.

We carried out an announced focused inspection at South Leicestershire Medical Group on 20 June 2023. Overall, the practice is rated as requires improvement.

The Leicestershire and Rutland Royal British Legion are holding a Festival of Remembrance at the De Montfort Hall on Saturday 28 October and would like as many people from the armed forces and uniformed organisations as possible to attend.  Get your tickets from De Montfort Hall on 0116 233 3111 or at their website: www.demontforthall.co.uk

The Kibworth Gas, Light and Coke Co. house (pictured) situated on New Road, (previously called Gasworks Hill) has been the subject of some discussion lately as there is currently a planning application with Harborough District Council planning department to demolish this building and replace it with four three-storey houses.

University Hospital Leicester (UHL) Royals July 2023 arranged the NHS t20 Cancer Charity Tournament at Illston Cricket Club on a glorious sunny summer’s day.