Bill Ford was involved with the Great Central Railway for more than 40 years.
Former Loughborough Businessman Bill Ford has launched his new book.
Bill ran the Great Central Railway for a decade and retired in 2016 after securing the funding and commencement of building the bridge to the future joining up the north and south sections of the old GCR Main Line. He also ran a successful family business locally.
Here are some of the photographs from the event at Rothley Court Hotel.
Hinckley’s Best-Dressed Halloween Windows Revealed
M&N Jewellery has taken first place in Hinckley BID’s Best-Dressed Halloween Window Competition, with more businesses than ever taking part this year.
Sapcote family pay tribute to ‘much-loved’ motorcyclist killed in Leicester collision
The family of a 57-year-old man from Sapcote have paid tribute to a much-loved husband, father and grandfather who died following a collision in Leicester in September.
Deadline approaching for Leicestershire secondary school applications
Parents and carers have until Saturday (31 October) to apply for Year 7 secondary school places in Leicestershire for September 2027.
Have your say on plans to tackle congestion at Gibbet Hill Roundabout
National Highways has extended its consultation on proposed improvements to the busy A5 Gibbet Hill junction near Lutterworth. Residents and businesses now have until November 17th to give their views.
Warehouse near Britain’s most bashed bridge gets green light despite fears it would be a “monstrosity” to neighbours
Plans for a mega storage unit near Britain’s most bashed bridge have been given the green light – despite being dubbed a “monstrosity” by opponents.
Glowing art exhibition comes to Hinckley
A free UV light art exhibition is bringing a splash of fluorescent colour to Hinckley this autumn, with family activities during half-term.
Hinckley poppy appeal organiser Elaine Ward to be honoured at Royal Albert Hall
A Hinckley woman who has dedicated more than 50 years to supporting the Royal British Legion and raising money for the Poppy Appeal is to be honoured at the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall, in front of King Charles.
Nuneaton man admits five charges after sexual threats in Camp Hill
A 40-year-old Nuneaton man has admitted five offences, including making sexual threats in Camp Hill. He’s been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing next month.
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