Welcome to the Hoby & District Local History Society

The Society is a voluntary organisation and brings together people who are interested in the local history of the Leicestershire villages of Hoby, Rotherby, Ragdale and Brooksby and the District around them.

About the Society

If you have ever felt inspired to find out about the history of a local building or family or just want to understand how the community has evolved over the years, you will know how interesting this is. So why not join our group of local history enthusiasts?

As a member you will be able to enjoy an interesting programme of lectures and participate in research projects on any aspect of our local history, learn more about our heritage and how you can help to protect it for future generations.

Archives & Projects

We hold a range of information on local history including:

Our Events

We hold monthly events at Hoby & District Village Hall. All are welcome!

Local People

George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham (1592-1628) with his wife Catherine Manners, Duchess of Buckingham and their children George and Mary

Historic information on the people of Hoby and the local district.

Local Places

Brooksby Hall

Historic information on the places of Hoby and the local district.