Author: Antony Farmer
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Village Life in the 1870s
Village Life in The 1870s The village layout of both Church Lawford and Kings Newnham remained fairly constant during Victorian times. The farms to the south were similar to those seen now – with the exception of Ling Hall farm, which became an aerodrome for World War 2. Church Lawford village itself was smaller, with… Read more
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Whist Drive – Fundraising
For most of the 20th Century one of the regular methods of fundraising in the village was hosting a Whist Drive. Some examples over four different decades and for a range of causes are as follows Read more
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Village Fete 1955
The Rugby Advertiser reported on the 1955 fete. Read more
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The Village Show / Village Fete
The Village Fete has been a fixture in the village for many years. It might be regarded as a successor to either the May Parade or the Village Flower and Produce show, with perhaps the latter being the most appropriate root. The King’s Newnham and Church Lawford Triennial Show began in 1900, known as the… Read more
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Choral Festival 1875
The Rugby Advertiser reported on the 1875 Choral Festival, one of the first major events following the rebuilding of St Peters. Read more
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Peter Watkins Departure Note – 1999
Peter Watkins issued the following note in the Village Magazine of July 1999 Read more
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Bishop of Coventry Visit To St Peters July 1923
The Rugby Advertiser reported on the visit of the Bishop of Coventry to St Peter’s Church in July 1923 to mark the 50th anniversary of the church reopening. Read more