It’s been a very busy weekend! If I’m honest (and I’m never anything but), most of my weekends are busy, and I rarely find the time to share what I’ve been up to here or on social media. That’s something I’m going to try to improve on.
One of the highlights was the High Sheriff of Leicestershire’s Justice Service. Every High Sheriff holds this annual service during their year in office. This year’s High Sheriff, Mr Meldin Thomas QPM (2026–27), held his service at St Helen’s Church in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
The music was beautiful. It was performed by the Choir of St Helen’s, conducted by Caroline Essex, and by the Leicester District Gospel Choir, directed by Corlyn King. Jeremy Kimber played the organ. The hymns were chosen Mel’s Mum who was also in attendance.
Mr Thomas told us he chose St Helen’s because of its long history. It’s a Grade I listed, 15th-century parish church, and its origins go back to before the Norman Conquest. He wanted to remind everyone there that Britain’s diverse heritage goes back a long way. Roman Britain was a diverse society, shaped over nearly four centuries by imperial rule, soldiers posted from across the Empire, trade, and migration, both forced and voluntary.
It was a moving and thoughtful service, and a reminder that our shared history is richer and more diverse than we’re often told.
Here are few image from the day:
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