Home/Articles

Articles

Page 253 of 255

Kibworth Art Lovers’ Society

2nd December 2018 | Clubs and Societies

Roger and Danièle Bradley described their lives with photography at the November meeting. They have practised photography for many years, and their work has been influenced by early pioneers such as Sir John Herschel (1842) and Anna Atkins (1843). Roger’s family moved to Canada in his early childhood, where he was given his first camera as a reward for finishing his paper round; on his return to England he taught photography. Recurring themes in his work are transport such as shipping and railways. Danièle’s first camera came from her father, and she has featured landscapes and her family many times.

‘Tis the Season for Traditions

2nd December 2018 | Community

Community spirit has very much been on display all over our villages this festive season. Residents of Kibworth’s Longbreach Road, Kibworth Meadows and beyond, came together on Thursday 13 December for the first lighting of a newly planted Christmas tree. (Did I mention mulled wine and carols?) The tree was very kindly planted by David Wilson Homes on what has become known as ‘the green’ since residents organised a gathering there in May to celebrate the Royal Wedding, and sparked a tradition…

Illston-on-the-Hill WI

2nd December 2018 | Clubs and Societies, Community

At our November meeting members made their way into the main hall and were met with beautifully set out tables of cosmetics, as well as a most delicious smell. All of a sudden we felt very relaxed.

Mowsley Advent Windows Event

2nd December 2018 | Community

This event, instigated by the Village Hall Committee, is designed to celebrate an important time in the Church’s Calendar, to reflect Advent and to bring the community together at a very happy, positive time of the year.

Lest We Forget: The Kibworth School Remembers

2nd November 2018 | Community, Schools

On Friday 9 November all 850 students, staff, governors and guests gathered in the sports hall for an incredibly moving remembrance assembly. Co-ordinated by Mr Smith of the English Department, the assembly was led by our Head Boy, Nathan Booker, and Head Girl, Lydia Redman, with readings from other staff and students. Music from the school orchestra with playing of the last post by two students was led by guest Paul Hings (whom you may have seen later that weekend playing The Last Post on Match of the Day).

Great Night at the Rotary Club Bonfire and Fireworks

2nd November 2018 | Clubs and Societies, Community

A huge crowd of 1,500 filled the field opposite the top of New Road, Kibworth. Yet again they witnessed a spectacular firework display from Hi5 Fireworks. “Better than last year” I heard many say. The money raised, approximately £3,000, will go to Scouts, Guides and Youth Groups locally.

Kibworth & District U3A

2nd November 2018 | Clubs and Societies

The Kibworth and District U3A runs a wide range of interest groups, from Anglo-Zulu War studies to Wine Tasting, from Gardening to Painting and from Line Dancing to Poetry.

Great Illston on the Hill Bake Off!

2nd November 2018 | Clubs and Societies

WI members brought ingredients for scones to mix, bake and present for judging. Straight forward one would think - well please think again!

Kibworth History Society - End of an Era

2nd November 2018 | Clubs and Societies

From its origin as a small family history society in 1989 the Kibworth History Society grew into a thriving group which worked hard over nearly 30 years to promote, record and disseminate local history relating to Kibworth and Smeeton Westerby and history in general.

Kibworth Ramblers Holiday - Chesham

2nd October 2018 | Clubs and Societies

Imagine waking up to a cloudless blue sky with the thought of spending the day on a congenial walk through stunning countryside. This idyllic prospect confronted the 24 Kibworth Ramblers on each day of their recent holiday to Chesham.

Foxton Armistice Centenary Commemorations

2nd October 2018 | Community

Foxton Society is putting on two exhibitions in the village during November. One in St Andrew’s Church, during Armistice Week, will give profiles and information on the Foxton men who died or served in the Great War, and another display in the Robert Monk Village Hall, over the Armistice weekend, will cover general wartime and Foxton history.

The Bells of St Wilfrid's

2nd October 2018 | Churches

The oldest bell in the tower of St Wilfrid’s has been ringing out across Kibworth for four hundred years. It was made in 1618 by George Oldfield, a famous bell-founder from Nottingham. Two of its companions are almost the same age, having been cast just three years later.

Kibworth History Society

2nd October 2018 | Clubs and Societies, Community

The September meeting was an opportunity for members to make short presentations of their personal memories which illustrated how society has changed over the last 60 years. The members’ experiences covered a wide range of topics.

Heritage Lottery Fund Saves St Peter’s in Church Langton

2nd October 2018 | Churches

A £97,000 grant has been awarded by Heritage Lottery Fund to save one of Leicestershire’s most renowned medieval churches and support projects that will bring the historic place of worship back to the heart of village communities.

2nd Kibworth Brownies - Come and Join us!

2nd September 2018 | Clubs and Societies, Schools

The 2nd Kibworth Guides have just started back after the summer holidays. For the August bank holiday weekend we took eight girl guides to the Wellies and Wristband Festival in Lancashire. The girls enjoyed a variety of activities including climbing, zip wire, bush craft and the crate challenge. They also had lots of fun on the many inflatables, water slide and relaxing in the hot tubs.

252253254