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Hugglescote Primary 1968 Newbridge High 1974/5 ish King Edward VII 1978-80 Coalville Tech 1980-82 Ocular Press / Ramdata TDP Textiles Redland Ashwood Law RAF Akrotiri Cyprus Electract
[A few commas would be nice - Ed]
(898)
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G,day Guys. I attended Hazel St Junior school 1945 (?) until 1951, then on to King Richard III until 1956. A 5-year apprenticeship followed @ English Electric (Whetstone). Then followed 15 years in the Merchant Navy. In 1981, I emigrated to South Africa, but that only lasted three years, then on to New Zealand where I've found what peace is. They don't call it God-Zone for nothing. My wife Trisha and I are mad keen Rock & Roll dancers ,and we wow them all each week at the local clubs.
(897)
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Went to Lutterworth Grammar (1979-1981). Looking to get in contact with old pals.
(896)
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Looking for past friends Mary Weeks, now married, and John Walker, formerly of Northampton.
(895)
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I reside in Leicester, NC which is located in Buncombe County and is located ten miles from Asheville, NC. Leicester was named for Leicester Chapman a native of England. He married a lady by the name of Sarah Carpenter. They had a large family. Leicester, the town or village, was named for "Lester" about 1850 when he and his brother-in-law, John Carpenter started a "stand" in the area. Am I reaching a site in England? Can you help me with Leicester Chapman?
Editor's Comment:
Another Leicester in the USA. This makes the 4th to my knowledge. The others are in Massachusetts, Virginia and New York State. According to the above website: "Some years before the Civil War a settlement on Newfound Creek in the northwestern part of Buncombe County, North Carolina was named, in honor of Leicester Chapman, a naturalized Englishman engaged in merchandising at the place, Leicester. To the public, however, it soon became somewhat jocularly known as "Lick Skillet" or as "The Skillet". Even yet the name of Leicester is pronounced by many people in the neighborhood just as it is spelled and not as the English pronunciation of "Lester" would have it. The town was incorporated on February 9, 1874; but, the act of final incorporation was repealed March 2, 1905." I am not clear from the foregoing if 'Leicester' was from Leicester.
(894)
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A schoolboy friend of Geoff White (Lutterworth Grammar School), one of your correspondents from Helsinki. I am now retired but remain an Honorary Visiting Fellow in the Centre for English Local History at the University of Leicester, after a working life in Personnel Management practice.
(893)
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I lived on Belvoir Drive in Aylestone and went to The Collegiate [Collegiate Girls?]. Moved to USA in 1964 looking for adventure. Instead got two husbands, eight grand children and a Great Dane. Would love to hear from anyone I knew or didn't know for that matter. Gill Dickens are you out there?
(892)
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Hi there. Just hoping to hear from some old school friends who went to Highcliffe Primary School in 1986/87. I emigrated to Australia with my family when I was 11. I am now 25 and very curious as to how my home town people are doing!!! I also went to the Jean Kelly School of Dance, so i would also like to say hello to all those fantastic people (and teachers) at dancing!
(891)
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Hi. I used to live in Cold Overton Road, Oakham Leics. I was the AA patrolman covering the A1 area from about April 1976 to April 1986. Left to semi retire in London, were Haze,l my wife, worked a 20-hour week for a bloody fortune with a car & all sorts provided. I had a great time working for and with other staff members in the Automobile Association at Carrow Road: Dick Simpson, Dick Weatley, Kieth Millard, Pete Thornhill and some idiot called Bart, but mostly great men to be associated with. Any old pals out there? Also at RAF North Luffenham 1966 to 1969. Any old pals still around? Lived in Spain for a while after fully retiring at 54. Lost touch with the following: Tony Baker, Oakham; Bert Fitches, Oakham; George Sheasby, Oakham and a few others.
(890)
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Foursights drummer. I left my heart in the Glen Hills Memorial Hall.
Editor's Comment:
David and I go way back. We became friends when I was in my last year at Glen Hills (1956) and David was one year behind me. We both took piano lessons with a Mrs. Tarry who would elbow you in the ribs when you played a wrong note. Happy days. Later we were both in the 60s rock group "The Foursights," and, around about that time, both motorcycle mad. And 'mad' being the operative word. How we survived those days I don't know. At one time we were rivals for the same gal, Val Pretty, from Blaby. David and I fell out on numerous occasions but the demise of our group was the most trying time. Great to hear from you David. One thing though: You always had so much more to say in the old days.
(889)
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Brought up in Anstey, 1941-58. Attended Anstey Infants & Juniors, Latimer St. and Loughborough College School,1953-57. Went to Bradford C.A.T. (now Bradford Uni) 1958-61. Back to Anstey then lived in Glen Parva for 25 yrs after marriage in '63. Moved to Worcestershire in '88 for 10 yrs and now live in Coalville. Retired & enjoying every minute! Is there any one out there?
(888)
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Hi, this is from Paul & Denise Thomas: We are originally from Loughborough and now live in Melbourne, Australia having emigrated in 1981. I used to go to Garendon Secondary School, Loughbourough around 1966. We lived on Beacon Drive, Loughborough. My wife was formally Denise Goodhead and went to Mountfields Primary School, Loughborough in 1962, then onto Limehurst High School, then Loughborough College back in the 1960's - 1970's. Denise live at Beacon Avenue, Loughborough. I joined the merchant navy as a Radio Officer with P&O and Silverline Ltd from 1974 to 1980 then emigrated to Sydney Australia to join OTC and worked as a Marine Coast Radio Officer at the Sydney Radio station call sign "VIS" then na. Still at the Melbourne Radio Coast Station at Cape Schanck, near Melbourne, Australia. My wife worked in Loughborough at W.H. Hughes Insurance Brokers on Ashby Rd until we left for Aussie back in 1981. We now have a son Jamie who is 18 years old and he was born in Sydney. Anyone who remembers us please don't hesitate to contact us on [email protected]. I also lived in Cyprus back in the late 1960's living at Four Mile Point, Famagusta, Cyprus. I attended King Richards School, Dehkalia in Cyprus.
(887)
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Left Anstey Martin school in 1959, lived in Glenfield 'til I got married in1968, then moved to Braunstone where we lived until we emigrated to the USA in late 1983. We stayed in Chicago for five years then I moved to Connecticut and got re-married. I still have a brother and sister living around Leicestershire.
(886)
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Loughborough Schools: Thorpe Acre, Garendon (62-67), Loughborough College Grammar School (67-69). College of Education - Keswick Hall, Norwich. Teaching: Grove Road Juniors, Burbage, Hinckley; Sileby Junior School Nr. Loughboroough; Highgate Primary School, Sileby; Hastings High School Burbage, Hinckley; Quince Tree Special School Tamworth. Sports: Leicestershire Basketball, Hinckley, Burleigh, Rawlins Quorn; Hinckley Swimming Club Coach + lots more. Social Life: Have been known as a party animal!
(885)
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Living in the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia. Schools: Newbridge, Forest Road, Coalville; King Edward VII Community College, Warren Hills Road, Coalville (1988-1991).
(884)
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Born at Roundhills. Went to Inglehurst Infants and then junior schools, and then Fosse Secondary. Worked in Frog Island all my working life till I moved to the USA in 1999. Am I the only Leicester Lad in Philly? Email me if you live in PA and are from Leicester.
(883)
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I would like to locate any old school chums or work pals from the Iron works (1938-1942). I attended Melton Secondary Modern Boys between 1932 and 1938. Married June Bradley in 1948. Also worked at J.W. Moir from 1950 to 1978. Love to hear from anyone that knew me. Still good looking but little hair! (Like you!). [Like who? I still have lots of hair - Ed].
(882)
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I was born in May 1940 and lived almost half my life in Glen Hills, Glen Parva. I started life in a small bungalow (I think it belonged to the Rudkins) off Hillsborough Rd overlooking the old sand quarry. I have a brother Albert and a sister Shirley. In 1942 our family moved into one of the "Prefabs" at 45 Henray Ave. In 1945, I started school at Glen Hills Primary, left in 1951 and went to South Wigston Secondary (High) School until 1955. Became a Watchmaker (and I still am one). Had my own Jewelry shop in South Wigston. Got married and left England in 1974 for Auckland, New Zealand. I have 2 children, Matthew & Rachel. Lots and lots of memories, but not the room here to write them, would love to share them with anyone from my area and era. Dennis Akers.
Editor's note:
I grew up very close to Hillsborough Road and our house was also owned by the Rudkins (before my Dad bought it from them for for about �300). In fact, we lived right across the Leicester Road (A426) from the Rudkins and, as a lad, I used to take the rent money (�1 per week) to their 'Mansion'. Well it looked like a mansion to me - it was certainly a very large house with grounds to match. It was in these same grounds that the "Saxon Princess" - now in the New Walk Museum - was found.
Added by E-mail:
In your Email you said that you could not remember the sandpit off Hillsborough Road. I may have misled you a bit there as access to our bungalow - that was close to the edge of the sandpit - was via Hillsborough Road. One had to go up Hillsborough Road from the Lutterworth Road, then turn right into Featherstone Drive. At the end of Featherstone Drive was a large wooden gate that lead into a field and in the right-hand corner was a white bungalow; this was close to the edge of the sandpit, and I believe this was where the Saxon "Glen Parva Lady" was found. It was also behind the Rudkin's House. A few days after you entered my details on your site I received an email from Pat Bailey, now Pat Greenwood, who lives in Canada. Her parents and my parents were good friends in the 1940s and1950s. Her mother still lives in the same house in Hillsborough Road. We are now in the process of exchanging e-mails, all thanks to you and your website; good one Tim. Also in your email you suggest that I may like to write an article for the Memory Lane section of your site. Yes, I would like to put in writing memories of "My life in the Prefabs," as this was a very special time in my life with many vivid memories. This may take me some time to complete as I am quite busy at the moment. I will have to do it a bit at a time, but when it's complete, I will send it to you for your evaluation. Well thanks again Tim, I will be visiting your site often. All the best for now.(881)
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I was born and raised in the Stadium Estate on Heacham Drive near the old Leicester Speedway. I attended Aldermam Richard Hallam School until age 11 and then Ellis Avenue Girls School. I attended St. Luke's Church on the Stocking Farm Estate and was a member of the Girl Guides and the Youth Hostels Association.
(880)
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Born in Foston, Leics. 67 years ago. I lived for most of my time in England in Oadby. I attended Sandhurst St. School before joining the Gartree School clan. I left school to start work at Ratnett & Co. (Printers) in Waterloo St, Leicester until I joined the Royal Leics. Regiment to do my National Service from 1952-54. I left the printers in 1960 and joined the Leicester Mercury staff, serving there for 27 years. I emigrated to USA in 1987, living in the Tampa Bay area until journeying to Dallas in 1992. I now work as a security officer in a large hospital in Dallas. This is a great website, Tim.
(879)
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Hi there this is Bruce. I was brought up in Countesthorpe. Went to Countesthorpe Infant & Junior schools, then on to Bushloe High School in Wigston. I was married, but I am now divorced. I have 3 daughters. I now live in Wigston. I am not an ex-pat as I have never lived abroad. But I was told about this site by the sister of a friend. So I thought I would give it a try in case anyone out there would like to get in touch.
(878)
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Well here's a little bit about me: I was born in Market Harborough some 36 years ago and lived locally in Leicestershire and Rutland, going to school at the Ridgeway Primary, Welland Park, Robert Smyth (1979-1982) and Oakham schools. I worked in Harborough at Harbilt Electric Vehicles when I first left school and then onto Crosby Valve where I stayed for a few years as secretary to the Sales & Marketing Director. Left Crosby to work for Carter Production really enjoyed this job but once again moved onto King Trailers for 2/3 years. Got married in September 1992 to Andy Hoxley just prior to the big market crash and 15% interest rates! A sign of things to come... I hope not. In the summer of 1993 left Kibworth bound for Bahrain where we planned to work for 12 months. Three years later we moved onto Dubai, and 2 children later here we still are enjoying the sunshine and tax free status. We get back home once or twice a year to catch up with as many friends and family as possible. Might see ya then!
(877)
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You don't do things half way. A magnificent site. I've become wonderfully engrossed and lost in the stories and still have tons more to go. Your days as a wee one parallel mine as I was born in '41 and saw the country and woods become malls and developments. Must go now to read more...love it. Thank you for your gift of writing.
(876)
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Lived in area from 1966 until 1976.
Fascinating! - Ed
(875)
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I lived in East Park Road. I attended Sacred Heart School, Mere Road from 1965 - 1972, then I went to Evington Hall R.C. from 1972 - 1977, after that Southfields College in town to study graphics and photography. I left Leicester in 1979 and would love to have contact from old school/college friends that I have lost touch with.
(874)
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We Emigrated to Australia in 1947 from Leicester when I was 6 years old. We lived at 1 Dundonald Rd, Leicester just prior to leaving. Before that we resided at "Bernor" Wavertree Drive, Melton Rd. My father, Albert George Slater, was an engineer at the British United Shoe Machinery Co. which I believe has since closed down. My mother, now 90, is Elinor Slater nee Bithell. My grandfather, John Bithell, was an engine driver in Leicester. Both grandparents came to Australia with us in 1947. The only other people I remember are Billy Baken? and Jean Pole. My wife and I will be visiting Leicester in June to do some family research and touring. We will be arriving at St. Margaret's Bus Station, Gravel St. I wonder if anyone knows a reasonable hotel in that locality? This is my first visit to England since leaving in 1947. My relatives in England are cousins in Bournemouth and Kent, who we will be visiting during our stay. So, any advice or assistance would be most welcome. Regards, Richard Slater, Sydney, Australia
(873)
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Used to live in Blaby - went to school in Blaby, South Wigston (to 1966) and to Guthlaxton. Left school 1968 and worked at Boots Chemist then at various solicitors. Also worked at KPMG and James Blenkin/Gregorys Estate Agents. Moved to Kibworth, then left Leicester in 1992, but can't resist coming back each Summer. Not sure why! Maybe it's the great pubs! Lots of people here from Leicester too, especially in the Police Force, so its a bit like 'ome from 'ome - apart from the weather!
(872)
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I went to school in Kibworth and Market Harborough Upper (Leicestershire) during the years 1982-1986.
(871)
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Hello Tim. I lived at no 25 Needham Ave; whereas, David Lindsay [Foursights' member] lived just up the road at number 15. I acted as your road manager on several occasions. Do you remember the gig in Rugby and afterwards we all went back to Clifton Hall and the guy who ran the pirate radio station in the Thames Estuary (forget his name but he was murdered later for pinching the crystal out of the transmitter) tried to sign you to join his pop stable (his wife had a monkey that kept jumping on my head!)? I live in Leamington Spa with my second wife, Kathy of seventeen years (that's how long we have been married not her age) Kathy is 45 (I'm a child snatcher if there ever was one). We have two Children, Lauren 13 going on 21, who knows everything, and we nickname her Kevin after Harry Enfield's character. Lauren is at Princethorpe school and lives her life either at the end of a mobile phone or on the computer messaging with MSN. Our second child is Joseph who is 10 and goes to Arnold Lodge school, he has just passed his common entrance exam and been accepted for Warwick Public school. He is also sitting the exam to go to Rugby. Looks like I will be a pensioner before the school fees stop!! Joe's interests are Computer games, Computer games, Computer games. I run a group of companies in Training, Management Consultancy and Hairdressing. Also, an internet company called, yes you have guessed it, "Lookfantastic.com." look it up sometime, it's the leading retailer of hair products in the world. We have a warehouse in Sussex with a team of packers working all hours sending parcels around the world. I have two older children from my first marriage we call them the "Blue Peter Children," you know, "these are the ones I made earlier." The eldest is Daniel who is 27 and lives with his Girlfriend, Anastasia, in Ilford in Essex. Daniel is a Science teacher and is head of year eleven Daniel's ambition is to be headmaster by the age of 30. Next is Tanya who is 23 and lives with a crowd of girls in Plymouth. Tanya works in a company designing web pages. Pic included of Tanya and Daniel. [Martin's Schools: Glen Hills Primary (to 56) and Kibworth Beauchamp Grammar (56-60)].
Editor's Comment:
I must have a bloody awful memory not to remember a monkey jumping on someone's head. Anyway, the above was forwarded to David Lindsay, ex-Foursights member and long-time childhood friend, and he replied thusly:
E-mail:
Martin was the hairdresser with the gorgeous, tall girlfriend Anne, result, a little later on, 'Martanne' hair salons in Rugby, etc. The gig to which he is referring is the one at the Benn Memorial Hall in Rugby where we shared (bottomed) the bill with none other than The Fortunes and Gullivers Travellers. Afterwards we went, as Martin remembers, to the large country house of the promoter Mr. King, and I'm almost certain the radio station concerned was Radio London. Don't you remember we opened a door in that house and there sat Rory Storm with a guitar and a record player?
Comment:
Lord help me but I don't remember a thing.
Was I even there?
(870) Comments: Born in 1970. Went to Herrick County Primary and Soar Valley
Secondary school. Left in 1982 for the US after two years. Was in Mr.
Fielding's class in Soar Valley. Originally lived in Indianapolis,
Indiana and now have moved to sunny Charlotte, USA. (869) Comments: Graduated Leeds Uni, 1962. Teacher in Leeds, Tanzania, Loughborough
and Leicester (Wyggy). Still at the latter! Married to Aileen; 2
daughters, Anna and Kirsty. Hobbies: narrowboating, LCFC, collecting
classic CD's and reading. We retire in 2003. Intend to travel, (another
hobby). Was reared in Syston and have been back there 17 years. Was
Labour councillor for town and borough (1995-1999), but have now totally
lost interest! Was Head of Psychology at Wyggy for 19 years. (868) Comments: G'day there everyone. Well I have lived here in Australia since
November 5th 1969 and am coming back to Leicester for a short visit
later on in the year. I would like to make contact with a couple of old
school mates, so if anyone knows either Sara Eagleton (as she was known
then) or a Diane Clifford (nee Collins) I would be really grateful. I
left South Wigston High (as it was known then) in 1966/67 - bad memory
there... Since arriving here in Oz, I have worked on wheat and sheep
properties, got married, had three children and two and a half
grandchildren. Got divorced, but not silly enough to get re-married. The
last 12 yrs, I have been running a small bus charter business, which has
taken up most of my time, but have recently sold it. So now as a lady of
leisure (for a short time anyway) I have decided to take a trip back to
the UK. So if any of you can remember Helen Dix or know of Sara or Diane
it would be great - thanks. Added from E-mail: (867) Comments: From Groby, Leics. Emigrated to Australia in 1982 at the age of 17
with my parents and sister Kerry. Went to Brookvale High School in Groby
and also went to Southfields College to study hospitality in 1981. Spent
time as a teenager working on Saturday mornings at the Leicester Market
selling dress material. Also worked at the local green grocers on Groby
Rd.
(866) Comments: Mundella/Burlington House BUSMC - Whitbreads ,Loughboro. Deported to
the Colonies 1973 (865) Comments: I was born in Oadby and lived there until I was 19yrs old. I then got
married. While in Oadby, I worked at Spicers Paper, the Milk Marketing
Board in Oadby and Highfields Garage. I went to Sandhurst street school
when an infant, then Gartree. I left school in 1957. I loved the Palais
on a Monday night - great dancing.
(864) Comments: Leicester: Lived at Stocking Farm. Attended Alderman Richard Hallam
and Beaumont Leys (63) - Dr. Taylor, Headmaster. Emigrated to Australia,
December 1971. Lived for the first few years in a country town (Goulburn)
before marrying and moving to Sydney. Divorced, 4 children; the eldest
23, youngest 18 (finished school last year). (863) Comments: As it happens - "Wyggy - left 1967" but that's another story. (862) Comments: Went to Ashby Grammar 'til 1992, then Uni at Portsmouth 'til 96. The
degree sent me to Bordeaux (nice wine!) for two years where I met my
husband. Lived in Bergerac for 3 years, worked in an estate agents and
saw lots of Brits looking for peace & tranquility in sunny Dordogne. I
now sell space in the French Infantrys' mag. Love the climate, but still
get nostalgic now and again, parents still live in Ashby so I get home
some. [Also attended Ivanhoe High School in Ashby to 1988] (861) Comments: Hi. I was born in a little village in Leicestershire called
Ravenstone in 196*. Went to both Ravenstone primary and Snibston primary
schools. Mum moved us to the latter simply because they didn't teach ITA.
Went onwards to Ibstock High [1976-1979] followed by Ashby Grammar
[1979-1983]. Ok, I left school in 1983 (work it backwards and you'll
find out how old I am!) and went to work at the biscuit factory in Ashby
de la Zouch - lasted a whole 6 weeks before joining Loughborough Uni as
a Library Assistant. Onwards to Fisons (later Astra Zeneca) before
heading off to Perth WA (emigrated in 1996), and a career in the library
industry. She who was least likely to succeed heads a staff of 3 and
looks after more than 300 contractors who need to find jobs in the
library and records management industries. Married, now divorced, 2
children, and I think that's about it for now.
(860) Comments: Hello me ducks!! I am a former Leicester gal living in Alaska. I left
Leicester in 94 after meeting and marrying a US Air Force chap. We moved
to RAF Croughton for 3 years then went to Tokyo, Japan for 4 years, then
last year (Sep 2001) moved to Alaska. My family are all still in
Leicester and I miss them too flippin' much. We have 3 great children
here though! 2 girls and a boy. I went to Gartree and Beauchamp schools
in Oadby and left in 1993. I lived in Evington, then Bushby, then after
my first marriage, moved to a terraced house off Belgrave Rd (Cost 13,
500 pounds...is that funny or what???!!!). I wish these US computers had
pound signs...AAARGHHH! (yes I WAS shouting then) I miss England so
much. The countryside has to be a huge miss thing...the sense of humour
another...sarcasm HERE is a 4 letter word! (yeah yeah...I know it has 7
letters but you know what I mean!) I do however love the friendliness
here. I love Wal-Mart and craft shops. I have got into scrapbooking BIG
time! I love this site! Thanks so much for it. I come here when I am
missing the lingo, my heritage, etc. I wasn't very patriotic until I
moved away from England; now I have Union Jacks up and rave about
England to anyone who will listen (and you know Americans and their
obsession...oops I mean love, of anything "British"). I enjoy my accent
and all the interest I get! I tend to "overdo" it when I speak to
people. Put on my "telephone" voice!!! OK so I enjoy the
attention...pathetic. Well that is all for me for now! Ta-ra for now! Jo
PS I use my maiden name here so I don't get any whackos (now that is a
fun US word!) after me! (859) Comments: Having left New Parks Secondary School back in 1985, I've since
worked as a Secretary in both Insurance and the quarrying industry
(Redland Aggregates, now Lafarge I believe). In 1992 I decided to make
another career move: I'm now currently living in Gosport, Hants with my
partner Chris after having spent 7 years in the Royal Navy. Yep, another
career move has since seen me leave the Mob and become a PA. Current
passions include my NC30 motorbike which I bought last October and
snowboarding which I've also just learnt how to do. Can't wait to go
back for more!! Anyone who sees my name who remembers me - get in
touch!!
(858) Comments: Suzie - aka (Floozie) South Wigston High school 1984-1988; Guthlaxton
College 1988-1992. Now living in Perth, Australia after fulfilling my
lifelong ambition to move over here. Sorry Leicester!!! Just didn't have
the surf! Live with my soul mate - Richard. Currently work for
accounting firm - but will soon get a life! Hopefull will travel around
Oz.
(857) Comments: AKA Judith Webster of Appleby Magna ... Went to Ibstock High (75-78)
and Ashby Grammar (78-80). Retired Accountant, full time Mum and loving
it! [Also went to Coalville Technical College (1980-1982)]. (856) Comments: After spending my first 18 years living in Croft, Burbage then
Barwell, I spent 6 years in the Royal Navy. Started work at Virtuality
in Leicester and travelled around a lot before moving to Japan for 4
years in 1994 after marrying Alexandra. Escaped Japan and from 1998
settled in the best City in the World (Sydney) - sorry folks not
Leicester. Schools and dates of leaving are: John Cleveland College -
Hinckley 1983 Hastings High - Burbage 1980. Still a strong City fan
despite relegation that is sure to happen again this year. Go the Foxes! (855) Comments: Lived in the Abbey Lane districted. Went to Ellis Ave school until
1953. Worked at Wolsey, Abbey Meadow until1956. Married an American and
came over here and have been here ever since. I still have family in
Leicester and still consider it my 'Hometown.' (854) Comments: Born and bred in Stoughton. Attended Thurnby Primary School followed
by Gartree High and Beauchamp Upper school. Left in 1965. Apprenticed at
Wadkins and emigrated to Oz in 1975 for 5 years. Returned in 1980 and
worked for Cannon and Stokes, Rank Taylor Hobson and Bridgeport Machines
until 1988. Emigrated again with Mary and 3 boys. (853) Comments: Born in Baseford, Notts in 1965. Lived in Rushymead in Leicester
until 1975 and went to Herrick Junior school. Moved to Ashby De La Zouch
in 1975. Went to Willesley Junior school, then The Ivanhoe and finished
at Ashby Grammar in 1981. Went to Coalville Tech for 3 years after that.
Worked at Pegsons in Coalville, then Glovease Shoes in Leicester, The
Druck in Groby then Marconi (was Rainford Group, then Reltec). Still
with Marconi. Moved to Chicago with Marconi on a transfer as IT
Director. Then moved to Pittsburgh in April 2001 as PMO
Director/Executive for Marconi in Americas. Living with my English
fianc� who moved over from Ashby with me. Hobbies include riding my
Harley, drinking whenever I can find decent beer over here, smoking,
clubbing and anything else that might be fun! (852) Comments: Lived in Aylestone and left Leicester for USA in 1973. Attended
Granby Road and City of Leicester Boys School [1956-1961]. Worked
several years for Halifax Building Society. Married a New Yorker and
have family living in other parts of USA (851) Comments: Born in Little Glen Road, near Blaby 1949. Grew up in Hillsborough
Road, Glen Parva attending Glen Hills Primary School 1955, Rolleston
Junior School, South Wigston Girls High School and finally Guthlaxton
Grammar School leaving in 1965. Worked at Leicester City Council and
then Charles Keene College of FE as lab technician until 1970. Married
1969, had one daughter, divorced, Married again and divorced again!
Spent three years with my partner Ian in Aberdeenshire moving back south
to Lincolnshire in 1998. We live in the country now with our assortment
of animals. I breed and show pedigree dogs. Have a look at my website if
you want to know more: www.bardonhill.co.uk (850) Comments Kibworth Beauchamp AND Oadby Beauchamp College from about 1962 to
1967. Joined P&O as Purser for three years; returned to Leicester and
studied to be a Chartered Surveyor with Bonfield Hirst & Co. Left in
1980 to join Weatherall Green & Smith in Frankfurt am Main, West
Germany, moved to the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority in 1988 until 1994,
back to the UK for four years then back to Abu Dhabi as General Manager
of the Al Fahim Group (Real Estate Section) for two years. Have been in
Thailand for two years and moved down to Koh Samui to open a real estate
agency here last December. We have two web sites www.asia-properties.com
and www.kosamuiproperties.com. (849) Comments: We have been living in good old USA for almost 20yrs and still
haven't got used to it. Grew up in the Ashby area, went to Loughborough
for college (73-75) then moved here. Met husband (Londoner) at L'boro.
Spend my time growing certified organic herbs (with the H), giving talks
and such in the area. Also do some articles for magazines etc. [School
in Ashby: Ashby Girls Grammar (1973)]. (848) Comments: I attended the Girls Grammar School in Ashby de la Zouch from 1960 to
1967, although I'm really a Derbyshire lass from over the border in
Swadlincote. I have lived in sunny Brisbane in Australia since 1974. I
work at the University of Queensland and have a teenage daughter who is
currently a third year Uni student. My maiden name was Pauline Stirland.
One of my major interests is family history and I have discovered that
parts of my family travelled to South Derbyshire via Nottingham and
Ibstock in Leics. My daugher and I are currently transcribing the 1891
census for the Castle Donington/Shardlow area. Added from E-mail: (847) Comments: Hi from sunny 'Sidney by the sea,' here in BC. My husband Tony and
myself left UK in 1972. We grew up in Castle Donington, Leicestershire.
I went to school at Ashby Grammar to 1966, followed by nursing at QE in
Brum! We emigrated in 1972 to Edmonton, survived 3 winters and moved to
BC. I still visit old stamping grounds, as my mum is 89 and still going
strong.
(846) Comments: Ashby Grammar School, 1961-1968; Leeds University 1971; teacher King
Edward VII H.S., Coalville. Lived in Calgary for 25 years. Canadian
wife. [Fellow Calgarian and soon to be retired City of Calgary Police
Officer - served in Bermuda Police in early 70s - Ed]. (845) Comments: I joined the army in 1972 and got posted here in 74. Met a local girl
and got married in 1975, 27 years later I am still hereand have taken
German citizenship. We have a daughter 25 yrs old. I'm Still working for
the same firm that I joined when I left the army in 1978. [Schools:
Newall Juniors; William Allitt High, Newall (1968-1970); Ashby Grammar
(1970-1972)]. (844) Comments: I have lived on Vancouver Island, British Columbia since 1952. I am
married with 4 children and 6 grandchildren. Last visited Leicester 2
years ago. I have a brother that I have lost touch with and I think he
is still in Leicester, and I would love to hear from him. His name is
John and he has a wife and two children as far as I know. He can reach
me at 511 Rosehill Street Nanaimo BC Canada V9S 1E7, email [email protected]...
If anyone in Leicester knows John please get the message to him. It is
sad to lose touch with your siblings. I have not met a lot of Leicester
people on the Island so if there are any out there I would love to hear
from you. I married a Geordie, though we met in Canada. This is a
nice site and I am bookmarking it to keep in touch with my roots. By the
way, John can also phone me at 01-250-753-4897 (but don't forget the
time change). I do get to follow Leicester City football over here.
Frank Graves Added from E-mail: Thank you for listing the fact of my losing touch with my brother
John. I wrote the information yesterday (Jan 31) and you asked me to
give his age and wife's name (my brother John that is) He is in
his late 50's (do not know exactly is child number three I am the oldest
and now 65) his wife's name is Judy and as far as I know he drives a
lorry (used to anyway) I got an email already from someone who
looked in the phone book and gave me two address and one phone number. I
will give it a try and let you know if I am successful. We have a
son in Calgary - he installs alarm systems. We plan to visit him in the
Fall. When I have the dates, I will for sure let you know. Have been
reading some of the bulletin board messages and some interesting
stories. I used to attend Fosse Boys school which was formerly called
Mantle Road. Thanks again for the help to locate my brother. (843) Comments: I was born in Welford, Northants but attended the Grammar School in
Market Harborough (now Robert Smythe School). The village of Welford has
three boundaries - Warwickshire at the top end; Northants in the centre
and Leicestershire in the south. I do not, therefore, qualify as a
Leicstershire expat other than through my school years. I came to Spain
in 1964 and lived in the capital, Madrid, until 1977 when we moved 50
kms out to Guadalajara. I own and run a Language and Computer Technology
Academy, where I teach English to Spanish children and adults. I am also
a mother and grandmother and am very happy with all my roles. [Schools:
Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School, Welford; The Robert Smyth
School, Market Harborough (1954-1959)].
(842) Comments: I would like to hear from anyone who knew me at Melton Mowbray
Grammar School from 1948 to1953. Having spent the last forty or so years
unlearning what I Iearnt there. I would like to find someone to chat
with. I used to live in Gaddesby and Barsby and now live in a beautiful
Burgundy village with a magnificent wine cellar under the house. I
should have retired years ago, but I doubt whether I shall ever stop
work being more and more in demand. Anyway, the older you get the more
there are pretty girls in the population. (841) Comments: Hi all. We emigrated to Australia in Jan.1983 and have never been
back - as yet. Here are a few facts about myself and family: I attended
Humberstone Junior School (left 1953) then Moat Boys School (left 1958).
Married Madeline Hart (ex Moat Girls School to 1958) in 1965 and we have
two daughters Amanda and Kerry and also now have two Grandkids. I played
rugby for Moat Old Boys until they disbanded (still have my jersey and
many fond memorys) and then went on to play for Oadby Wyggs until 1982.
On leaving school in '58, worked in the Income Tax office with Bing and
Hendo (still remember the days off: Ansells bitter, pies, darts and
snooker all on the same day). Gave away the Public Service in 1963/64
and joined Mick and Len at Haddon-Costello where I stayed for 18 years,
resigning (with a certain measure of sadness) in 1982 to emigrate to a
new life 'Down-Under'. We've had many ups and downs but no regrets. We
love the lifestyle, climate, and wide open spaces. I could write a book,
but will stop there for now. PS. does anyone remember the Clocktower in
Humberstone Gate, the Floral Hall, Lewis's Department store, Palaise de
dance, Trocedero cinema, lido swimming pool, the tram shelter near
Humberstone Park, etc, etc, etc? (840) Comments: I'm 35 years old and was born in Mkt Harborough where I lived until I
was 24 years and the town couldn't cope with me! I currently work as a
full time presenter for Dubai TV & Radio and have been a DJ for most of
my working career. Back in 89, I deejayed in couple of clubs in
Leicester "Harvey's and Gatsby's" - there used to be a club called Mr
Kizer's but that was a hole. I studied as a young apprentice at Charles
Keene for a 236 electrical engineering apprenticeship from 85 to 88 and
spent most of my earnings in a pub called the Griffin. For fun, I used
to water ski at a place called Wanlip just off the six hills bypass. The
lake still has many pairs of my underpants in it - so I'm told. I have
many happy memories of Leicester, but sadly I wont be returning just yet
! [Schools in Market Harborough: Welland Park Road Secondary; the Robert
Smyth School (1980-1984); Charles Keene College]. (839) Comments: I left Leicester at a very young age. I was born in Leicester General
hospital to English parents, and three weeks later I was on my way to
the States due to my father getting a reassignment at work. I have
periodically been back to visit relatives. Other than that there is not
much to tell. I would be interested in meeting other ex-pats in the area
that I reside (i.e. Virginia). Andrew is the official 700th expat registered at Leicester Overseas.
And the grand prize is... Oh, that's right, there ain't one. (838) Comments: I went to Wolsey House Primary School 74 to 76, then on to Beaumont
Leys School 76 to 81. Used to live north side of the city but settled in
south side of the county for last seven years. It would be good to hear
from any old 'boggy flees' school mates. (837) Comments: I left Melton in1972 and have lived since then in Austria 20 years in
Vienna. I'm divorced but do have two children and two grandchildren
living in the UK. I manage the British Bookshop here in Vienna so do get
back to the UK often, next trip being the London Bookfair in March.
(School: Sarson School for Girls, Melton Mowbray to 1961]. (836) Comments: I was born and raised in Market Harborough, from 1953 - 1971 when I
left to go to Chelsea College, London. My mother and sister still live
in town. After I lived in London for 5 years, I then lived in Leicester
and then Hinckley for 5 years or so before moving to southern New
Jersey, just outside Philadelphia. The reason for the move was because I
married a "Jersey Girl." I get home every other year and certainly miss
the pubs. [School: Market Harborough Upper to 1971]. (835) Comments: I lived in Oadby and left Beauchamp College in 1976; however, a group
of us still had Leics boyfriends [?]. I can't remember which school
(City Boys?) they went to, so I can't trace them on Friends Reunited. I
also remember a school hol' with a group from Market Bosworth. I now
teach English to business people as it is spoken rather than how they
should speak it. I avoid grammar when possible [no kidding]. I live
with a 'Froggy', and I am a Grandma by proxy.
(834) Comments: Hi. I grew up near South Wigston and went to Holy Cross R.C Primary
School and English Martyrs R.C. Secondary School. I moved to America
after Leicester Poly (now De Montfort Uni) and graduate study at
University of Central England in Birmingham. I love it here and am very
grateful for life in America. I'm also a committed catholic. Did anyone
else leave Leicester with any faith? I aspire to be a spitfire and my
students (I teach Chicago street kids) unknowingly provide me with
plenty of material for doing just that! Peace, Joyce.
(833) Comments: I attended Westridge High in Roodepoor and left in 1989. I moved to
Port Shepstone* and then moved to the UK in 1997! [*The largest town on the tropical KwaZulu-Natal South Coast of South
Africa - Ed] (832) Comments: We emigrated here in 1983. My maiden name was Jackman, and I attended
Dale and Moat Girls school to 1964. My husband lived in New Parks and
went to New Parks Boys School. After we married, we lived in New Parks
then moved to Earl Shilton. We have two children called Lesley and
Stuart and they went to Weaver Springs School in Earl Shilton. We enjoy
living in Sth Australia; we enjoy camping and BBQ's. Ian is into home
brewing and we just enjoy life.
(831) Comments: I have dipped into the site and find it absolutely fascinating and
look forward to reading more at my leisure. I was interested to see
where you were brought up - I too was a war baby, but a Little earlier
than you - 1941. I lived the other side of Leicester, in Highfields,
most of which is no longer there, but I moved to live in Blaby in 1967
and know that area quite well. My children went to school in Blaby. We
moved to Scotland in 1975 and have been here in the Highlands ever
since, although one of our daughters has since migrated back to
Leicester. Invergordon has a connection with Leicester, in as much it
was a Leicester guy, Len Wincott who orchestrated the last mutiny in the
Royal Navy. I did a bit of research for Invergordon Community Coumcowhen;
we were doing a Maritime exhibition. Invergordon has a great maritime
history, the port was used a lot during the first world war, but not so
much in the second, because of the danger of submarines getting into the
firth, especially after the sinking of the Royal Oak at Scapa Flow. Even
after we moved here in 1975 the fleet would visit, albeit a very small
one, but never the whole fleet. It is my understanding that after the
mutiny, the fleet was never allowed to be altogether in one place again.
A lot of the older people from Invergordon who have personal knowledge
of the mutiny are no longer with us. At that time the pubs were all
state owned (not sure how that came about) but I know one person who was
in the Naval Canteen at the time of the meeting of navy personnel to
discuss the mutiny. To come back to Len Wincott, I think he came from
the Catherine Street area of Leicester - I remember getting articles
from the Leicester Mercury and I am sure if you contacted them they
would be able to help you. We still visit Leicester a few times a year,
visiting family and friends and it's true what they say - there's no
place like home. [Schools: Moat Girls to 1956]
Editor's Comment:
John Wincott was involved
in the Invergordon Mutiny in Scotland in 1931. Later, his experiences in
the USSR led to him being imprisoned there where he spent twelve years
in one of Stalin's labour camps (1944-56). He died in Russia in 1983.
A socialist? From Leicester? I don't believe it. What are the chances of
that?
(830) Comments: Born in Leicester Aug. 1943. Attended Thurmaston Junior School until
1954, then Loughborough College School until 1961. Joined Barclays Bank
October 1961 at Town Hall Square, then served at various branches in
town and county until 1975, when transferred with job to Bucks., and
later to Oxon. 'Retired' in 1994 and now a self-employed writer and
photographer. Have had 12 books published, some on Leicester and
Leics/Rutland, with others planned/commissioned. Many still available,
but only one listed in the books section of this website!!!! Would love
to hear from anyone who knows/knew me. (829) Comments: My name is Sal and I am the only female, 25 year old, brown-eyed,
Market Harborough expat with a roof garden (that I know of) in Shanghai.
Originally I'm from Lubenham near Market Harborough where my only claim
to fame is an article in the Harborough Mail about a sponsored walk I
did with my dog when I was about 13. Graduated with Law degree from
Southampton University, then joined a Danish shipping company called
Maersk. Worked in Felixstowe and London for 2 years before being posted
to Shanghai, China where I work as a Logistics Consultant. I would love
to meet some other young working people in Shanghai. I can speak
Mandarin, but I am much better at English! Favourite Place in
Leicestershire: Foxton Locks and any branch of New Look (can't decide
whether desire for fresh air or trousers in non-Asian sizes should take
precedence). Schools in Market Harborough: The Robert Smyth School (to
1992); Brooke House College (92-94). I have no immediate plans to return
to Harborough but if another Chinese person spits on me I may change my
mind... I would really like to hear from other expats in China. (828) Comments: I lived in Billesdon (small village about 8 miles from Oadby) from
the age of 3. Attended Kibworth High School, and then Robert Smyth
School, Market Harborough (to 1991) after that. From there, went on to
Sheffield Hallam University (1992-1996)... then finally arrived in the
States in 1996, and have been here ever since ... great place ... but
they are definitely lacking the good old pub scene!! (827) Comments: I was at Market Harborough Upper School in 1975 while I was living in
England with my grandfather. I returned home, and since then finished
school, married, had two kids, and have worked at my local high school
for the last 12 years. I would love to get in contact with some of my
old school friends and catch up. (826) Comments: Hi. Nearly all of my family came from Leicester. I was born in
Coventry on 31st December 1938 but used to visit both Grandparents. My
Father's were at 19 Noble St. (now demolished) and my Mother's at
Clumber Rd. My Grandfather used to work on the Railways there but was
invalided out after being kicked by his horse. He used to drink in the
Bow Bridge Pub by the canal. There were 11 children (10 brothers, one
sister). My Dad's name was Horace Ellis and he played cricket. He worked
at Victory Tyres (I went there once) until he moved to Coventry. Most of
his brothers joined the Navy. Walter, the youngest, was killed in Tobruk
Harbour in 1941. My other grandfather was a photographer; they were the
'Diggle' family. Are there any photo's of Leicester in the 40s, 50s and
60s on the web that I can access? Great site you have. I now live in
Cambridgeshire. Best wishes. Malcolm H. Ellis.
(825) Comments: Working in Real Estate in Puero Banus. Went to English Martyrs RC
school until 1990. Most of my family are resident along the Malaga
coast.
(824) Comments: Hi there, Leicester pals. I worked at a place called Decca, then
after various name changes right up to Racal Electronics on Scudamore
Road. I lived at 84 Nansen Road, and still have family in the Braunstone
& Taurus Close area. I moved to Canada in 1984, with sadness, and after
17 years visited Leicester Jan 04 2002, for my brother's wedding. I
arrived back in Canada with my daughter last Tuesday Jan 15, 2002, and
am so sad, my daughter is worse than me, she say's constantly that she
would like to emigrate to the U.K. I am so glad for this site, I hope I
do hear from all of you, I really feel home sick. Considering I have
been away for the last 17 years, it surprises me. I have not been lucky
enough to get a job, and people like Leicester yet, there are always
lay-offs etc. [?] I miss the working life and all the wonderful people
that I worked with in Leicester. I wish I had had a transfer before I
emigrated. Please write to me, I would love to hear from the Leicester
folks. Have a nice day. Love Leonita
(823) Comments: Born at 79 Bateman Road. Moved to 62 Bateman Rd when I was about 9.
Went to New Parks Infants and Juniors. Best friend at school, Graham
Ginetta, whose brother Clive is something to do with Leicester City
Supporters Club I believe. Then went to Gateway Boys (1964-1969). Worked
for BT in Leicester and then Northampton. Moved to Towcester where I
made a career change. I joined the Leeds Permanent Building Society and
worked in their Northampton office. Promoted to Branch Manager,
Hemsworth in 1982. Still here but currently a house-husband following
the closure of the branch here. Some of my friends are Rob Cheadle,
Geoff Manchester,Jeremy Foss (now in contact thru Friends Reunited),
Steve Spencer, Colin Vickers, Dave Scattergood, etc. Memories - loads:
Played cards with Steve Whitworth, Allan Birchenall, Keith Weller and
Steve Earle (ex LCFC players*). Married a Leicester girl Lynda, maiden
name Churchill, at All Saints in Wigston on the 5th Feb 1977. We have
two children - Andy and Sarah. Love to hear from anyone who knows us or
our families. Editor's Comment: Paul is referring to some of the members of the City team of the
early 70s including the great team of the 1973-1974 season: FA-Cup semi
finalists, finishing 6th in the 1st Division (the top division back
then) and voted most attractive team to watch by the Sun newspaper. E-mail Comments: I think it was in 1974 that Steve got his first England cap against
West Germany at Wembley. I took Steve to London to join up with the
squad and he asked me if I would take June to the match - tickets
supplied of course. England won 2-0 and by the time Steve got out there
was a line of cars to get out the car park and no-one would let my
little mini out. Steve got out and went to the next car in the queue and
asked if he would let us out! I don't think the guy could believe his
eye,s but he let us out after Steve gave him his autograph. On the way
home, Steve asked if we were hungry. We stopped at the motorway services
and I thought we would be eating there. Instead, Steve rang the casino
in Leicester to ask if they could arrange a meal for us. We rolled in
about 1 o'clock and the four of us enjoyed a meal which we were given
"on the house" as they had been watching the match and were thrilled
(weren't we all) by the result. On another occasion we went out for the
after-match dinner and that's where we first met 'Birch' (Allan
Birchenal), Keith Weller and Stevie Earle. After the dinner, Birch
invited us back to Stevie Earles for a game of cards if we could keep up
with them. Suffice it to say, with Keith in a Stag and Steve W in a
Celica, the mini was flat out! 70mph up the Welford Road. I took them at
cards though! Yes, they were a great team and I feel very
privileged to have known some of them personally. That we were ordinary
people and yet so readily accepted by them speaks volumes of them as
people as well. Great times. Well I hope that answers your question Tim
and once again congratulations and thank you. It's a great site!!! (822) Comments: I lived in Leicestershire for the first 15 years of my life. Feeling
nostalgic, I am interested in contacting old school friends. I moved
from Frisby-on-the-Wreake to Melton Mowbray in 1953 and attended St
Mary's Infant School. I lived at Fragonard, 36 Asfordby Rd. Later I
attended Grove Primary school 1955 to 1959, and King Edward VII Grammar
School 1959 to 1963. I left for the U.S. in May 1963. (821) Comments: Hello my name is Helen Peach. Please let me know if you know me. I
miss talking to people from school as I now live in the USA. I have
lived here since 1988. I have a ten-year old daughter and I am married.
My husband is from Chicago. My married name is Vedner. (820) Comments: I was born on the 5th April on Wyvern Ave. Leicester Editor's comment: Whoa! Too much information. (819) Comments: Can claim residency by default. I was evacuated to Coalville from 3
September 1939 to July 1945. Was I the longest serving evacuee? Attended
All Saints Primary '39-'42 and Coalville Grammar [King Edward VII]
'42-'45. Have I outlived the ones I used to know or is there still
someone left who can re-call me? (818) Comments: Home was Wigston and went to Bushloe (79-82) & Guthlaxton (82-86) in
the early to mid 1980s. Then went to Newcastle Uni & Poly and ended up
in the USA. (817) Comments: Hi I'm Jean Metcalfe (nee Hill) and I am wondering if anyone in the
Leicester area knows anything about who my Father was. My birth mother
was Gladys Pick, but I was brought up by her half-sister Grace Hill (nee
Jacobs) as my mother wasn't married - a big no no 77yrs ago. All I have
to go on is a name on my birth certificate (Parker). I was registered as
Jean Mary Parker but the space for the father's name is blank. If there
is anyone who knows anything at all, I would love to hear. My email is
[email protected] Regards to all, Jean Metcalfe. (816) Comments: Left English Martyrs in 1991. Am now married to a Scott who I was
dating when I was still at school. We have been married for 6 and a half
years. We have two children, a boy, Brandon, who's 4 and a half and a
girl, Lauryn, who's 2 and a half. I was assistant manager in Champion
Sports and Allsports in Leicester town before I married. But now I'm a
stay-at-home mum, all though I have had a few jobs. I currently live in
Brecon, Wales, but have lived in Germany, Warminster, Cyprus, Catterick
and Chepstow., (815) Comments: Lived in Leicester from Sept 1968 to 1971. I stayed on the Minister
Grange estate with my Aunt and Cousins Brian and Karen Perkins. Moved
back to Scotland in 1971. Work in the motor trade as a Sales Manager.
[English Martyrs School to 1970]. (814) Comments: Went to Woodstock I & J on to Beaumont Leys and left in 1965. Worked
in Leicester at Marconi - Blackbird Road - left in 1971. Ran the Pub
"The Dirty Duck" in Granby Street with my husband for 12 months, then
worked for Local Authority Schools and Dental Service. Had a daughter in
1975. Divorced in 1977. Moved to Yorkshire (God's own country) in 1984
and remarried in 1986. Now work for local University and visit Leicester
now & then to see remaining family. (813) Comments: My name is Kim Needham. I am originally from Melton Mowbray, I have
been in Ontartio for 12 years now and love every minute of it, I went to
Swallowdale Primary School, then Sarson High, then Melton Upper School
(to 1985). I was also in The Toysoldiers Marching Band for a long while
(it was a family thing, and still have many family and friends still in
there). I go home every 2 years. My folks still live there with lots of
relatives. I came to Canada as a nanny and still am one. I have never
found my knight in shining armour, but am having fun looking!!!! (812) Comments: I moved away from Leicester over 10 years ago and have only been back
once since moving to Sydney in 1997... I'm amazed that this website
exists (!!) and have passed it on to some friends who are also from
Leicester but live here in Sydney (pure coincidence). looking forward to
reading the guest book... Am still in contact with close friends back in
Leicester and can't think of anyone who would see this and want to track
me down but we shall see... [School: English Martyrs to 1987] (811) Comments: Sheila Mayo married Michael Bright in 1965. Sheila lived in Birstall,
Michael lived on Wyvern Ave., Leicester. We emigrated to Canada in 1967.
We lived in Toronto for 2 years and now live in Forest, Ont. We have 2
children that are now married. Sheila went to Stonehill School in
Birstall. (810) Comments: Came into here (Jan 18 2002) from Friends Reunited - UK Overseas.
Looking for friends from King Richard School, Cyprus during period
1959-1962 and found one email address ! Looking for Judy A. Allen
(maiden name) of Loughborough who left KRS Cyprus about 1960. So, anyone
out there know Judy? Or her sister Christine? You can contact me at the
e-mail above. Would like to hear any info from anyone. I am in Perth WA,
working as engineering consultant for satellite TV Broadcasting -
In-Media Pty Ltd.
(809) Comments: Previously known as Yvonne Shippam, born 1943. Attended Rearsby C of
E School, followed by King Edward VII Grammar School, Melton Mowbray.
Left Grammar school in 1959. Emigrated to Australia in 1966. Married
with 6 children. Recently sold a business I started 9 years ago so
"between engagements" at the moment. Studying part time for a BA as a
mature age student. Have visited the U.K. many times since emigrating;
in fact, I've now seen more of England, Scotland, Ireland & Wales than
my siblings who all still live in Leicestershire. See ya! (808) Comments: I lived in Leicester from 1964 to 1986 and would welcome contact with
any former friends or colleagues. I lived in Glenfield in the 1960's
while going to King Edward VII Grammar (Coalville). Worked as a lab
technician in the Hydraulics and Aerodynamics Labs at Leicester
University. Spent brief stints at Poole, Lorrimer and Taberrer (PLT),
Litton, G Perry and Sons, Marconi Radar Systems (both Blackbird Road and
New Parks). I went to Leicester Polytechnic from 1979-1986, initially
doing a BSc Elec. Eng and later a PhD (Abdullah Hashim's research
group). Finally departed Leicester in 1986 bound for the wilds of
Suffolk. I've been in the USA since 1983 and still miss Bradgate Park.
(807) Comments: Well it is time I wrote again as the first time I was #7. Tim, I pop
in almost every day and have a look to see who has left a message. Just
to up date: I was born in Kilby and was raised in Peatling Magna near
Countesthorpe. I went to Countesthopre school and then on to Burlington
House on East Bond Street in Leicester and then on to Guthlaxton... In
1961 I met and married an American and have lived in many different
places. I have 3 grown sons and 3 grandchildren - all living in the
States. Would love to hear from anyone that remembers me...
PS: Looking for Margaret Perkins (from Oadby) Jackie Bailey (from Oadby) and
Nigel Astill all from Guthlaxton and Penny Broenjohn (from Countesthorpe). (806) Comments: Hi. I lived most of my school years in Melton Mowbray [King Edward
VII to 1982]. Started work at Thorn EMI Lighting in Leicester. After a
few years, I moved away ending up in Bicester in Oxford. I then joined
the Swiss company Huber+Suhner whose main business was in Telecomms.
Three years ago I moved to Sweden with the Company and helped start a
new manufacturing site. After one year I moved down to Brazil to do the
same. Since then I have travelled to China, Malaysia, Singapore and
Australia, introducing a global management system. I came back to Brazil
and will remain here for two + years. (805) Comments: I was born in Leicester in 1943. Been in Perth since 1967. I am
looking for some information if anyone could possibly help: I want to
know how many pubs there were in Leicester in 1952. If you could please
help me with this information it would be most appreciated. yours
gratefully, Iris.
(804) Comments: Born and raised in Thurmaston. Attended Roundhill School, left in
1960. Spent many youthful wasted nights (getting wasted) in the Prince
of Wales, and Genny Briton. After getting married, moved to Kilby (much
fresher air!). Emigrated to USA in 1982. Live in America's oldest city.
Have my own cable mapping business. Own a Porsche 911. Any Leicester
visitors are welcome to drive it!! Added from e-mail: Editor's Comment: Thanks Phil, but if you paid us 500 quid, then what happened to the
other 490? We never made anything like that back then. Mostly it was a
20s to 25s each for the four of us. And we got bugger-all for the record
we made. When can I borrow the Porsche? (803) Comments: Hi. I'm Kevin and I left the good old village of Harby near Melton
Mowbray in 1987 to pursue a career in tourism. "What was I thinking?"
Anyway, still here in Spain and enjoying it. More than anything, it's
the quality of life that I love in Spain. Friendly people and the
climate - except July and August - "too bloody 'ot." [Schools: Belvoir
High, Bottesford, King Edward VII, Melton Mowbray 1978-1980].
(802) Comments: Born Cannon Street 1943. Attended Belgrave Road School then Alderman
Richard Hallam till 1953 when my family migrated to Sunshine a Melbourne
suburb. Finally left school and joined the Australian Navy for next
twenty one years fixing electronic stuff. Got married have two sons (28,
& 23). Am now divorced after fifteen years marriage. Now I live in a
quiet village near Bowral in the Southern Highlands about, hour and a
bit from Sydney. Strangely enough, I was looking up a bit of local
history last year and it seems an old Leicester boy is responsible for
the discovery of this area. It seems a Dr. Charles THROSBY, born
Leicester 1771 and left Leicester in 1802 for the great land down under.
He arrived in Sydney as the Surgeon of the prison ship Coramandle. But
after being in Sydney a couple of years got the urge to explore. And so
he did on numerous trips from Sydney to what is now Canberra,
Wollongong, Jervis Bay, Goulburn. Some twenty Kilometres from here he
was granted one thousand acres known as Throsby Park near Moss Vale
today. As you may have noticed with your maths it is 200 years this year
since he left Leicester.
(801) E-mail Comment: Have no idea who the hell you are.
Editor's comments:
Oh dear... Well isn't that special... By the way, this charming gal was at
Loughborough High (78-83) and Melton Mowbray College (83-86). Her second e-mail
was even worse and very threatening... I often wondered where the Woolworth's
shop girls went when they left.
(800) Comments: Born in 1947 in Melton Mowbray, Leics. Attended Brownlow Primary
School when it was in Park Road, left in 1958, and then Melton Grammar
School. Left in 1963 and worked for Petfoods, til first marriage in
1969. Lived in Berlin for 3 years. Two great kids, John and Claire who
still live in England. One very clever 8 month old grandson. Married for
the second time in 1997 to Don and moved back to Fort Worth, Texas with
him in 1998. Absolutely love it here. Added from E-mail: Hi Tim, Thanks for the email, I am very interested in all this! I
have visited Leicester Overseas website - it is brilliant - and have put
myself in the guest book. (Someone has been extremely busy.)
...went to Brownlow Primary and then Melton Grammar School.
Unfortunately, despite the size of our year, there are very few names
posted on the Friends United site for those years! I will enjoy my time
browsing through the website. Thanks again. Sincerely Gwyneth Smith (Nee
Hall).
