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Smeeton Westerby sits in rural Leicestershire countryside between Kibworth Beauchamp and Saddington. It is 10 miles south east of Leicester and about six miles from the nearest market town at Market Harborough.

Adolf Hitler and Shi Huangdi share, at least one belief. Who is Shi Huangdi? He was the first emperor of all China and the first of the Qin dynasty, (BC) uniting the hitherto warring provinces into one country, politically and legally – China. He was responsible for the creation of the Great Wall of China.

We recently ran a Christmas hat/jumper/outfit competition for the children who attend the weekly coaching sessions.

On the 9^th of December, all over the world, people will have been taking to the streets to show the fossil fuel industries and their governments that urgent action really is needed now. 

As if by magic Christmas is upon us once more. This year seems to have whizzed by at break-neck speed, mainly because there have been a few changes down at the club… a belated welcome to Food and Beverage Manager, Lucy and Chef, Neil. They have now settled into their new positions and have been busy creating new menus to suit any occasion. Sunday lunches are now being served on selected dates which are proving to be very popular and there are plans afoot for various social events for 2024.

A decade ago, Firenze went fishing and in our own inimitable enthusiasm and style we launched The Lighthouse.  The transition from the elegant Firenze to a jauntier Lighthouse was welcomed and embraced by our fabulous customers and friends.

Christmas is nearly upon us and we’re all busy gearing up for the big day!

Memories of Kibworth Beauchamp Grammar School (from Barbara Johnson and David Holder) in recent Chronicles are further examples of KBGS’s rich history spanning almost seven centuries.

As you’re reading this, I’m sure that many of you will be in full-on countdown to Christmas mode!

On 9 November we began a busy month by installing our poppy displays in St. Wilfrid’s church. In addition to the pulpit, a cross in each entrance and window ledge decorations, we added a third cross this year which stood near the altar. After Remembrance Day, the poppies remained for a while so that people could enjoy them.