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At the southern most tip of Leicestershire, Lutterworth is an attractive market town which has twice made its mark on world history. In the Fourteenth Century John Wycliffe made his pioneering translation of the Bible whilst serving as Rector of Lutterworth and, more than five hundred years later, Sir Frank Whittle developed the jet engine at the Ladywood Works off Leicester Road.
Although situated in the very centre of Roman England, within walking distance of the intersection of the Fosse Way and Watling Street at High Cross, it seems likely that Lutterworth was first settled by the Anglo-Saxons. The name "Lutter's Vordig" means Luther's Farm and the original settlement was probably on or near the site of the present parish church. This community has its own website through which you can find out about local information and how your local council is working for you. To find out more please click on the link below. http://www.lutterworth.org.uk
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