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Last month I included a request for assistance in delivering the Kibworth & District Chronicle however in the article I quoted an incorrect contact telephone number for which I am sorry.

The Welcome Kitchen will recommence in the New Year.  Starting on Monday 5 January and every Monday until Monday 30 March for just £5 per person one gets delicious homemade soup, tea or coffee plus cakes , a free raffle and of course excellent company and conversation. 12 noon onwards. Get there early before it is sold out.

Birds figure prominently in the well-known Christmas song/carol. This month we look at the birds mentioned and some of the biblical interpretations that have been attached to this carol.

The monthly public parish council meeting was held on 4 November at 7pm in the Studio at the Kibworth Community Hub.

The public parish council monthly meeting was held on 25 November 2025 in the Studio at the Kibworth Community Hub.

With the festive season on the horizon, the crew at Kibworth Fire Station wanted to share an update with our community about the work we’ve been carrying out and the incidents we’ve recently attended. Our focus is, as always, on protecting the public. Both through our emergency response and by offering fire safety guidance and support whenever it’s needed.

Join us in shaping the future of Foxton Canal Museum! Help us engage communities and keep canal history alive for future generations.

Located on a scenic rural site in Great Glen, ‘Cheese and Pickle’ has become a valued destination for those seeking quality produce, thoughtful gifts, and friendly service. Owned by one time Kibworth residents sisters Sam and Sarah, the shop has continued to develop since they took it over in 2023, building on the strong foundations already in place. The shop was originally owned by another Kibworth resident, Kate Foster.

As a result of this summer's drought, the locks closed to traffic on 29 July and remained closed until 27 October. Canal & River Trust (CRT) made a considerable fanfare of the reopening. This included a substantial piece on BBC East Midlands TV.