The Wolds Historical Organisation The Wolds Historical Organisation (WHO) was founded in 1987 to promote interest in the local history of the villages on the western side of the Leicestershire Wolds, specifically Wymeswold, Burton on the Wolds, Hoton, Prestwold and Cotes. More details about the location of the Wolds here. More details about the history of the WHO here. In the 1980s there were other groups researching the history of Walton and Willoughby but sadly they folded so in recent years the WHO 'adopted' these villages too. Over the decades WHO members have written a substantial number of articles and publications, as well as transcribing most of the relevant records (such as census returns) and digitised numerous old documents. There are well over a hundred 'pages' on this web site, all accessible via buttons at the top of every page. A significant number of more substantial contributions are available as free PDFs. The 'search this site' feature (at the top of the right hand column) helps find specific information. The WHO also maintains an archive of documents and artifacts and an extensive collection of digitised images. WHO committee members Chair: Philip Thorpe Vice Chair: Bob Trubshaw Hon Secretary: David Keene Hon Treasurer: Debbie Bilham committee members: Phil Deniff, Richard Ellison, Nick Hando

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