Activities & News
Army Cadets Camp
The High Sheriff visited Sennybridge, Wales where the Leicestershire, Northampton and Rutland Army Cadets were on their annual camp. I particularly enjoyed meeting so many of your dedicated volunteer leaders and the cadets themselves and seeing the training in action. I was delighted to hear about so many of LNR ACF’s achievements to date and…
St Mary’s Church Hinckley Patronal Festival
The High Sheriff attended St Mary’s Church Hinckley for their Patronal Festival. It was a marvellous and uplifting service and so well organised. David and I thoroughly enjoyed meeting so many of the congregation and the community. St Mary’s Church, Hinckley is a very busy and inclusive church with a wonderful community feel. A Patronal…
WHM Work Connections
What an absolute pleasure it was to have the privilege of visiting WHM Work Connections Ltd, Countryside Enterprises CIC (a community enterprise run by Adults with Learning Disabilities) and Six Acres Nurseries. I particularly enjoyed meeting your wonderful staffing team and so many of the workmates. The workmates were delightful, charming and so knowledgeable and…
MADMAC High Sheriff Award
The High Sheriff presented the MADMAC team at Melton Mowbray with a High Sheriff Award. MADMAC (Melton And District Money Advice Centre) help people in the Melton Mowbray area who are trapped in debt to get their finances under control, for free. The team are deeply caring and have incredible knowledge and are dedicated and…
East Leicester Neighbourhood Police Area
Brilliant to spend the day with the East Leicester Neighbourhood Police Area visiting Keyham, Spinney Hill, Belgrave and St Mathews. A tour round the station meeting officers and support staff and seeing the custody suite. Out on response, walking the beat and speaking to members of the community. They are an incredible team. Speaking to…
BBC Leicester Make a Difference Awards
Thank you for inviting me to attend the @BBCLeicester Make A Difference Awards. I had the honour of meeting and thanking so many incredible people who have done extraordinary things to enhance the life of their community. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees. I am in awe of you all.
Leicester City Football Club
I was really honoured to be a guest of Susan Wheeler CEO at Leicester City Football Club to watch them play Hull. I met Susan recently when she was given her honorary MBE. A great day despite the result! Thank you. Go Foxes 🦊
Musical Village Summer Concert in aid of Vista
A wonderful evening listening to the talented performers who participated in the Musical Village Summer Concert in aid of Vista, a local charity working with children and adults with sight loss. It was very interesting speaking to the exhibitors who were kindly supporting the evening, thank you. I learnt about the aids available to assist…
Leicestershire Police Cadets and Specials Family Fun Day
A day to thank the Specials, Cadets and their families for their commitment. The High Sheriff was invited to support senior officers during the parade inspection. Brilliant to meet so many cadets and their proud families and understand the opportunities and skills learned as cadets for their futures (not always in the police!). A huge…
Leicester Cathedral
The High Sheriff enjoyed a fascinating impromptu look at the work going on at Leicester Cathedral. A wonderful opportunity to see the incredible work being carried out on the Leicester Cathedral revealed project. Thank you.