In 1914 the population of East Leake was about 800, of which 124 young men between the ages of 16 and 40 volunteered or were conscripted into the Forces to fight in what was later named the Great War. The Roll of Honour which stands in front of the Methodist Church lists their names. … [Read more...]
Michael Reed sponsors local youth football team
Michael Reed, a renowned Chartered Financial Planner, has generously sponsored the Under 7s team of East Leake Football Club. Before establishing himself as a trusted financial advisor, Michael was a professional cricketer for the Glamorgan County Cricket Club. His experiences in the volatile … [Read more...]
East Leake WI enjoy an action packed summer!
East Leake WI have had a busy summer and come rain or shine our events and activities during June, July and August have been well attended and a good time has been had by all. At our June monthly meeting we warmly welcomed back Geoff Harris who thoroughly entertained us with his talk on “Folklore, … [Read more...]
Specially designed Skylarks observation area unveiled
Leading developer David Wilson Homes is helping to preserve and attract nature at its Skylarks housing development, after unveiling an observation area to encourage more feathered friends to visit the area. Prior to construction taking place at the development in East Leake, an ecological … [Read more...]
East Leake & District Local History Society
On Wednesday 20th September the East Leake & District Local History Society will resume monthly meetings after the summer break with a talk by Adrian Gray about The Mayflower Pilgrims. Our current 74 members will receive email invitations to renew their annual subscription. Visitors are … [Read more...]
Hard work of local students recognised on GCSE results day
Students at East Leake Academy (ELA), part of Diverse Academies Trust, were able to celebrate their hard work as they collected their GCSE results. Many students were overcome with joy as they opened their letters, with the year 11s collectively achieving a superb set of exam results. Overall, 69% … [Read more...]
Ratcliffe on Soar power station site granted planning permission
Ratcliffe on Soar power station site has received Local Development Order (LDO) planning permission status that could fast-track new investment, green industry and business projects and potentially create thousands of permanent highly-skilled jobs. Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Full Council meeting … [Read more...]
East Leake pub extension gets green light
East Leake pub extension gets green The new owners of a previously-vacant pub in East Leake – has received planning approval for an extension and refurbishment to its dining area and kitchen including an exciting new permanent marquee, with the help of planning consultancy Marrons. The Bulls Head, … [Read more...]
What’s in a name? The history behind some village street names
Many street names in East Leake follow a theme such as trees, birds or flowers. Other roads, particularly in the older parts of the village, have names rooted in local history. Here are some examples. Bateman Road: Rev. John Bateman was Rector of Leake 1836-1882. The adjacent road names are … [Read more...]
The History of East Leake Station….. A model station?
The last East Leake History Society meeting of the season drew in an audience of almost 80 people many of whom were visitors, when local man Phil Sharpe gave an illustrated talk on the history of the former East Leake railway station. Interestingly only three people in the audience had lived in the … [Read more...]
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