Last Thursday’s walking tour led by Andrew Smith and Grant Butterworth, ably assisted by David Beale (all of Leicester City Council) proved very entertaining and informative. The great weather, free bar and excellent food at the Phoenix just added to the evening. Thank you  Allyson  , for organising!

In March, we reported that Carisbrooke Tennis Team, sponsored by Landmark Planning, were on their way to defend their title of best in the Midlands in the Men’s National Club League (NCL), with a view to again making the national finals in September. 

Presented by Landmark Planning and Leicestershire & Rutland Society of Architects.

And before anyone says ‘get a life’ which I have heard many times, this is an attempt to be constructive and raise the tenor of debate, not lower it.

Carisbrooke Tennis Club of Knighton started out last Sunday on the road to defending their title of best in the Midlands in the Men’s National Club League (NCL), with a view to again making the nationals finals in September.

Most (but not all) people involved in the planning process will be aware of the latest changes in the planning appeals process from 1st April. Surprisingly, I at least, have seen limited commentary on these revisions.

The Leicester Mercury of Wednesday October 8th carried a full page 3 article on the history of Langton’s Furnishings now based on Church Gate Leicester. It was a wonderful pleasure to read.

Carisbrooke Tennis Club of Knighton finished equal third in the 2025 men’s national team tennis championships.  The club, sponsored by Landmark Planning of Leicester, reached the finals for the top 8 U.K. clubs by winning the Midland League with a 100% record.