A village in Leicestershire and in the heart of the National Forest, overlooking Thornton Reservoir.
Part of the public footpath through the churchyard is closed temporarily because of the danger of falling branches from a very poorly silver birch tree.
Access through the churchyard is now through the new churchyard.
There is a branch directly over the footpath about to fall. One branch fell while we were in the church yard. Two pigeons landed on it, and crash!
Permission is being sought to remove the tree as soon as possible.
URGENT NOTICE – CANCELLED!
We are very sorry to have to cancel today’s breakfast church at the community centre.
As many of you are aware, we have woken to little or no water in Thornton and, according to Severn Trent, estimated repair is by lunchtime.
The service is also to be cancelled as there are no useable facilities. There is a 10am service at Bardon Chapel and a 6pm Holy Communion at Copt Oak.
Very sadly Phil Reader, a much-loved village man who lived with his beloved Margaret in Thornton for nearly 6 decades, passed away on 18th June.
His funeral will be held in St Peter’s at 2.30pm on Thursday 24th July.
This will be a celebration of Phil’s life, and the family have asked that people dress in colourful, rather than sombre, clothes.
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From my little studio in Thornton, Leicestershire, I paint all the illustrations for my stationery by hand while I look out onto the national forest that brings me so much joy and inspiration.
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It’s the first Sunday of the month, 6th July and so, as usual, it is the …. C𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 –
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Breakfast, (full English, Continental or both) is served from 9 to 10 am, with activities for everyone.
This is followed by our breakfast church service from 10.15.
Everyone is welcome.
There is no charge for the breakfast, though donations are welcome.
This week’s service will look at St Peter, to whom our church in Thornton is dedicated, and whose ‘feast day’ was at the end of June. The service is being led by Pauline.
We have a couple of other notifications for you:
The funeral of our dear friend, Phil Reader, will be held in St Peter’s at 2.30pm on Thursday 24th July.
This will be a celebration of Phil’s life and the family have asked that people dress accordingly – in colourful, rather than sombre, clothes.
A forward notice, too, for Sunday 13th July – we have visiting preacher Jacob Hussain joining us on for our J22 service!!
Exciting! Spread the Word!
Back to this weekend and we do hope you are able to join us this Sunday at the Community Centre!
Best Wishes,
Lis
Thornton Community Centre,
175 Main Street, Thornton, Leicestershire LE67 1AH
Tuesdays 7.30pm – 8.30pm
Cost £5 per week
(pay on arrival)
A wonderful way to tone, stretch, relax and re-energize your body.
The emphasis is on gentle posture work-
Breath-work and relaxation.
Suitable for all abilities.
Beginners welcome
Contact
Paula Smith on 07743 015377
Thornton Community centre has had a huge makeover during the past 3 years with over £98,000 spent on repairs and refurbishment. It is an ideal venue for parties, weddings, group and sporting activities, business meetings and so much more.
The centre consists of two halls, the Main hall has a large stage for theatre performances and live bands, and has commanding views over the National Forest and Thornton reservoir. Just off the main hall there is a small meeting room. Patio doors lead onto a large grassed area with a footpath leading to two childrens’ playgrounds and onwards down to the reservoir where there is a 3.2 mile circular walk. The Sports hall, is connected through a small passageway and boasts a new kitchen and new, unisex toilets. The halls can be hired separately or together. There is a free car park.
More information about the centre can be found on this website under the heading Community Centre and Sports hall or email the administrator Kate – tccbookings@yahoo.com
Councils are changing in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland – have your say.
Leicestershire and Rutland currently have 10 councils (not including town or parishes). They are:
• 7 district and borough councils including HBBC
• Leicestershire County Council
• Leicester City Council
• Rutland County Council
The Government wants to reduce the number of councils in this area. It has instructed councils to develop plans for fewer councils in areas like Hinckley and Bosworth which are currently served by two councils (borough and county).
They would be replaced with unitary councils to provide all services.
The council has been working with the other district councils and Rutland County Council on the North, City, South proposal.
It would see the creation of three equally sized unitary councils, one for North Leicestershire and Rutland, one for South Leicestershire and one for the city.
The North, City, South plan would:
⚬ Keep councils connected and accountable to local communities
⚬ Simplify services for residents, businesses, and partners
⚬ Protect the vulnerable and get support to people sooner
⚬ Deliver devolution and economic growth
⚬ Boost efficiency, saving nearly £43 million a year
Your views have helped shape the plans so far but councils are now seeking your views again to make sure they get this right for residents, for businesses and for communities.
To find out more: https://www.northcitysouth.co.uk/why-are-we-doing-this
To have your say: https://online.ors.org.uk/questionnaire/292941B…
The survey is anonymous and only takes a few minutes to complete. Paper copies of the survey are also available from council offices.
Closing date for comments is 20 July 2025.
Many Thanks
Kev T
Kevin TaylorTeam MemberE: ktaylor@ruralcc.org.ukT: 07719 484178The Atkins, Lower Bond St, Hinckley,, LE10 1QU
Thornton 