National Lottery Heritage Fund bid – success!
St Mary’s PCC are delighted to share the news that we have been successful with our National Lottery Heritage Fund bid for funds towards urgent repairs to the roof of St Mary’s Church and associated Wymeswold heritage projects. This news is particularly welcome as over the summer the church was placed on Historic England’s national Read More
New Post Office Opening Hours
The Post Office Outreach Service at Wymeswold Memorial Hall will now be open: Tuesdays 1pm – 2:45pm Fridays 12pm – 2pm
Zebra Crossing at East Road, Wymeswold
It is Leicestershire County Council’s intention to construct a Zebra Crossing under Section 23 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 at East Road, Wymeswold. Read More
Wymeswold Village Project Fund – Grant Application Form
Wymeswold Village Project Fund (the organising committee behind the annual Duck Races) makes small grants available to local clubs, associations, societies, community projects and charities. These grants are as a result of the profits realised on the betting races, bar and games. Grants will be awarded up to a value of £400. Read More
National Garden Scheme gardens open in Wymeswold
Although the Wymeswold Garden Walkabout sadly won’t be happening this year, two gardens in Wymeswold will be open to the public next month. Number 88 and number 109 Brook Street will be open on Saturday and Sunday 8/9 June from 2- 5 pm. Admission is £6 for adults but children are free. Read More
Questionnaire for Heritage Lottery Fund bid
St. Mary’s Church Wymeswold is under threat following the discovery of more dry rot in the roof, which urgently needs replacing. An application has been made to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, and the aim is also to put St. Mary’s on the map as an important heritage site, and to have more history-based activities Read More
Wymeswold Family History
Mark Kirk has been researching his mother’s side of his family. Closest relations are Sheppards but he is also related to Woottons, Hallams, James, Mills, Eggletons and others. Read More
Sandra Brown – update
Anthony and Jessica would like you to know that following Sandra’s funeral, a total of £700 was sent to the Alzheimer’s Society. Thank you to everyone for your kind donations.
Sandra Brown
Anthony and Jessica have asked us to announce the following sad news about Sandra Brown, and information about her funeral. Sandra was the Postmistress at Wymeswold Post Office for many years and was a well-known character in the village. Sandra Brown passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 24 February 2024, surrounded by her family. Read More
Post Office Opening Times
Change to Post Office times at Wymeswold Memorial Hall until further notice Tuesdays are now 1-2.45pm Saturdays 11am-1pm