Lubenham – Our Heritage and History
The Lubenham Heritage Group
is a member of the British Association for Local History and was formed in 2001 after it was recognised that many people were interested in the history and heritage of the village and surrounding area. It is a lively and thriving group which takes an active role in the life and affairs of the community.
Next Open Meeting and Next Event for Members
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- The Pilgrim’s Way – 9th June 2025 – Mike Burton
Pilgrims leaving Canterbury, taken from Lydgate’s Siege of Thebes, Royal 18 D II f.148, 1455-1462 Journey with the medieval pilgrims – and the modern pilgrims – as they travel the ancient Pilgrims’ Way from Winchester to Canterbury. It’s their adventure of a lifetime. On the way they tell tales and visit places of interest. The excitement of the journey increases as they near the great cathedral which houses the relics of the “holy blissful martyr.”
Our speaker, Mike Burton, is a former journalist and teacher who worked for 16 years as a newspaper journalist and editor, and for 27 years as a History teacher. For much of his teaching career he was also Academic Deputy Head at Uppingham School. In retirement he works as a guide at Rockingham Castle and sings in several choirs.
- Melton Mowbray Visit – 20th June 2025
Melton Mowbray is a charming town famous for its pork pies and stilton cheese. It has a rich history of royal connections, hunting traditions, and rural heritage and the town’s medieval church, historic market, and the fascinating museum are all worthy of a visit. Consequently, we have booked a guided walk for Members on Friday 20th June at 2.00pm.
Please contact Esther Hancock if you are interested in joining us for this visit.
More details to follow.
Photos courtesy: Simon Burchell, CC BY-SA 4.0 
Russ Hamer, CC BY-SA 3.0
Lubenham History
The Group also carries out research into topics of special interest to the village and projects such as the book Lubenham – a Village History, the Lubenham Heritage Trail and a Lubenham Parish Walks Leaflet.
Interested in Joining Us?
We are a very friendly and informal group and new members and friends are always welcome!
Please drop us an email to find out more about us or to ask about joining, click here.
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