South Wingfield21 Apr 2025The manor that 'helped shape modern England'Historians say Wingfield Manor was home to Mary, Queen of Scots and an important astronomer. 21 Apr 202514 Apr 2025Call for repairs on manor that held Queen of ScotsCampaigners say urgent repairs are needed to save the manor and open it to the public.14 Apr 20259 Dec 2024Gas blast caused by failings that led to evacuationBelper Skip Hire Limited and Elliott Kirk are fined on 2 December for health and safety breaches.9 Dec 202426 Aug 2024Villagers call for revamp of 'rickety' play areaA council says it carries out monthly inspections of the site and safety is its "priority".26 Aug 202416 Aug 2024Former mining village's Pride returns for second yearOrganisers said more than 600 people attended South Wigston's very first Pride last year.16 Aug 20246 Feb 2024Rail company releases list of most bashed bridgesBridges on East Midlands Railway's network were hit by vehicles 54 times last year.6 Feb 202414 Nov 2023Historic Grade II* rural railway station restoredVolunteers bring the neglected Wingfield railway station, which opened in 1840, back to life.14 Nov 202316 Sep 2023Victorian station's restoration nears completionWingfield Station dates from 1840 and is of international importance, the project manager says.16 Sep 202320 Aug 2023Pride heralds change in mining village - organiserEvent organisers hope Pride will become an annual celebration in South Wingfield.20 Aug 2023...
