2026 Programme
The programme for 2026 is now available. It contains the schedule for all our regular second Tuesday meetings and our 2026 AGM. Click ‘Read More’ to see the programme details.
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October 2025 Newsletter
A PDF/printable copy of this newsletter is also available here. Our November Meeting The History and Work of the British Red CrossTuesday 11th November 7.30pm Lubenham Village Hall At times of national or international crises we hear of the work of humanitarian agencies such as the Red Cross and Red Crescent. What is the link between them and the Geneva Convention? We welcome as our next speaker Jayne Owens, Community Legacy Manager for the Midlands, who will be giving us an illustrated insight
The History and Work of the British Red Cross – 11th November 2025 – Jayne Owens
The British Red Cross was formed in 1870 as the British National Society for Aid to the Sick and Wounded and was inspired by the Swiss businessman Henry Dunant. He showed compassion for people fighting on both sides of a war. At times of national or international crises we hear of the work of humanitarian agencies such as the Red Cross and Red Crescent. What is the link between them and the Geneva Convention? We welcome as our next speaker
Victorian Christmases – 9th December 2025 – Cynthia Brown
We offer a warm welcome to Cynthia Brown, who is coming to share with us her thoughts on Victorian Christmases – our modern Christmas celebrations have evolved from the introduction of decorated Christmas trees into our homes and offices originally by Prince Albert and Christmas cards from around 1840. More details next month.
Tour of Loughborough Bellfoundry
Address: Taylor’s Bellfoundry Museum Our next visit will be to the Taylor’s Bellfoundry and Museum on Tuesday 18th November 2025. Address: Taylor’s Bellfoundry Museum, Freehold Street,Loughborough,LE11 1AR You will find more details about Taylor’s Bellfoundry on their excellent website at: https://belltrust.co.uk. Car Parking: Taylor’s is located in a residential area, so there is a limited amount of free on-street parking around the bellfoundry site. Free parking is typically available on the surrounding streets. We are within easy walking distance of the