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The Pilgrim’s Way – 9th June 2025 – Mike Burton

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

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February 2025 Newsletter

The February newsletter contains articles on:
+ Our AGM on Tuesday 25th February at 7:30pm in the Onyx Room, where we need to appoint at least three new committee members. Without a Secretary and Treasurer, the LHG cannot continue and will close completely at end end of 2025.
+ Our Annual Quiz night will take place on Tuesday 11th March. Book your places now a great night out with a Bangers ‘n Mash supper (with vegetarian option).
+ Membership fees for 2025 are now due and remain at £15 per year.
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Roman Leicestershire – 13th May 2025

Peter Liddle MBE, former County Archaeologist, joins us in May to tell us about the fascinating Roman finds recently discovered nearby. Roman Leicestershire has been the subject of study for centuries but the last few decades have seen a massive step forward in our understanding with field walking, geophysics and excavation all contributing. The Rutland Villa with its amazing mosaics has given us an unprecedented view of a rich site but three sites recently excavated between Lubenham and Harborough have helped

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January 2025 Newsletter

The January newsletter contains articles on:
+ Our February meeting – Bridgescapes – an illustrated journey celebrating Scotland’s bridge-building heritage;
+ the membership fees for 2025 are now due and remain at £15 per year;
+ The Future of LHG – Our Secretary and Treasurer are both retiring at our AGM in February. We urgently need volunteers to take on these roles to ensure the LHG continues supporting the local community;
Annual Membership Fees – £15 per per person are now due;
Raffle – this is now being discontinued, except on special occasions, eg Christmas and Quiz nights.
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