We are holding our first literary and history day at the Star on Sunday 3 November 2024. There is no charge for entry and we have a number of talks throughout the day, as well as history tours and a second-hand book sale in aid of Duchenne UK. 12:00 – 13:00 : Sonia Purnell13:00 – 14:00 : Anthony Foreman14:00 – 14:20 : Julian White (short talk about the history of the pub based on new information and photos received)14:20 – 14:30 : Adrian Shelford (short talk about local postcards and pubs)15:00 – 16:00 : Hilary Sunman16:00 – 17:00 : Kate Massey, President of the Richmal Crompton Society Any donations of second-hand books for our sale would be much appreciated.
7 July 2024 : History Day
26 Jan 2024 : Star Pub History Evening
We’re having an evening at the Star starting from 19:30 where there’s a discussion about the history of the pub. Not just the building itself, but also about past customers and publicans who have become part of the pub’s history. Anthony Foreman, a village historian who has written a number of books about Lidgate, will be giving an introduction to the heritage of the building. We encourage others with memories of the pub to come along. Everyone welcome to listen in, or take part if they wish. There’s no charge to attend.
11 Dec 2023 : Fornication Local History Talk
Local History Talk Thanks for the support with this event, nearly 50 people came to the village hall to listen to Jonathan give his talk, with food and drinks provided at the Star afterwards. Photos coming soon! Details of the event are at: https://www.meetup.com/lidgate-star-pub/events/297639920/.
