Our Objectives
To facilitate and encourage the collection and archiving of Newbold Verdon and surrounding area heritage by welcoming contributions relevant to Newbold Verdon from anyone who has documents, artefacts, photographs, memories or information to add to the Archive collection.
To catalogue and digitise all such archives as received or loaned to The Archive and to preserve and store all such archives within the archive room of Newbold Verdon Library.
To promote and encourage a wider audience and understanding of The Archive and its archives through the development and maintenance of a dedicated website and digital presence.
To research the History of Newbold Verdon and its environs and to encourage Archive members and the local community to carry out their own research into their historic past.
To involve the local community in activities in order to learn more about their local Heritage through events, talks and any other publicity laid on by The Archive.
To encourage active participation within The Archive in order to continue the longevity of the Newbold Verdon Archives for future generations.
About the Group
The Archive is run by a group of volunteers, It started in Mid 2022 following the gift of many documents detailing village life from the present day back to the 1700’s. This is an ongoing project as more documents and oral recollections are received and catalogued.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we rely on funding and voluntary donations to keep our history and heritage alive.
In July 2025 the Group received funding from Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council/The Voluntary & Community Sector to purchase an A3 printer for use by the Group but also for the community at large. It is accessible to local people in the village Library.
Testimonials
We are a small group of volunteers but we are happy to help with people’s research where we can. Here is some of the feedback we have received.
“I have spent most of this morning browsing among the reams of information you have gleaned. It has opened up a whole world of my ancestry and answered so many queries. You are a magician, and fantastic explorer of records with such delightful results.
Family researcher, via email
Your amazing research has brought my father’s side of my family tree into reality, it gives me a sort of fuzzy feeling inside. My sons and their offspring are equally excited. My (deceased) brother’s family and grandchildren are also fascinated. So your amazing work has gone into many homes. Comments keep me searching for where they got items from that they’ve found. Many thanks for your generous efforts.”
“Our interaction with the Newbold Verdon Parish Archive has been a very positive experience with information freely given and a desire to help expressed at all times. Everyone involved has been willing to source an answer to our query and then go beyond that to supply other information that has really enabled us to learn more about our ancestors and their lives. Thank you.”
Current Newbold Verdon resident
“I stumbled across the Newbold Verdon Parish Archive Group after searching online for information regarding my early family history from this area. Being overseas made my quest somewhat difficult. It was a long shot but after hitting so many brick walls I was willing to try anything. What eventuated was just amazing.
I got such a lovely response from this great group of helpful volunteers. The time and effort put in on my behalf is very humbling. It has opened up a door in that seemingly ‘impenetrable’ brick wall. So much information received and all done willingly with such detail.
Newbold Verdon was the home of many of my ancestors. They lived, worked, and died in the village and surrounding areas, so receiving such wonderful help is more than I could have ever hoped for. Thank you to all of this group who strive to keep the local history alive through this great archive.”
Ex-villager, now living in New Zealand
Annual Reports
Read about what we’ve achieved over the past 12 months.
2025 AGM Treasurer’s Statement
Get Involved
Would you like to get involved with the Archive? We are always looking for volunteers and would welcome hearing from you — whether you can spare a few hours or are looking for a regular commitment.