The Harborough Historical Society has invited us to a day looking at ‘The Nation in Turmoil’ during the Civil War.
Venue: Welland Park Academy, Octagon Hall
Date and Time: Saturday 31st October 2026 – 10:00 to 16:00
Cost: £15 per person (£3 for students 18-25) for the day, refreshments included.
The closing date for ticket applications is October 17th 2026.
David Carter, the son of the late village historian John Carter, died on 17th September 2026. David was one of the team that produced our book. His father’s papers, notes and photographs are part of the LHG library.
David’s ashes will be interred in his late father’s grave in All Saints Churchyard on Thursday 8th October at 2.00pm. Members of LHG are invited to attend and there will be refreshments afterwards at The Coach and Horses.
During WW1, tanks (then referred to as land ships), were sent on nationwide tours to drum up public support and to raise massive amounts of money for War Bonds and Savings Certificates.
Wine and mince pies will be served!!
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