Lubenham – Our Heritage and History

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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

(Please click the Title of a meeting or event to see the full post)

  • Richard III – The King Under the Car Park – 10th February 2026 – Mathew Morris

    We extend a warm welcome to Mathew Morris, leading archaeologist, writer and public speaker, who will take us on a personal illustrated journey through the discovery of the tomb of King Richard III and the final solving of a 500 years old mystery. In 2012, he directed the successful archaeological excavation searching for the lost grave of King Richard III. Currently, he is the lead archaeologist for the Leicester Cathedral Revealed and Bosworth Links projects, both supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

    How many of us have actually been on that site prior to the discovery of the grave? I certainly had parked over that spot when it was a Car Park and my daughter would have been one of many who played there when it was a school playground.

  • 2026 Annual General Meeting

    LUBENHAM HERITAGE GROUP

    Annual General Meeting for 2026
    to be held on Tuesday 17th February 2026
    7:30pm in the Onyx Room

    Last year we were naturally panicking about the future of Lubenham Heritage Group with three important committee members standing down. The past year has seen consolidation and progress on the Committee and a series of very interesting subjects, speakers and outings. 2026 looks equally informative and interesting.

    PLEASE COME ALONG TO THE AGM when we will receive reports on the work of LHG and its Committee, the election of the new committee and officers.  There will be opportunity to make suggestions for topics and speakers and also Members Only Outings.

    Items for Discussion

    Raffle

    The Committee has discussed at some depth the amount of work involved in organising the Raffle. The last Raffle at Christmas went well but we need someone or a small group who would be willing to run the Raffle on our behalf. What do you feel?

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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