Fascinating facts are revealed in new book

A NEW quirky, original facts book that looks at Leicestershire’s history, makes references to Loughborough’s ‘ghostly goings-on’, sports heroes, war time events and more.

The Little Book of Leicestershire, written by Natasha Sheldon, who has lived in Leicester for the past 20 years, is a new, unique guide that looks to reveal unusual facts about the people, the heritage, the secrets and the enduring fascination of the county.

It uncovers the county’s famous, and occasionally infamous, men and women, its literary, artistic and sporting achievements, its ghostly appearances and more.

And Loughborough’s fascinating history is referred to on more than one occasion.

In a chapter that looks at all things paranormal, there is mention of Platform One at Loughborough Central Station.

The book tells of how the spooky stop is said is said to be haunted by a transparent railway worker, dressed in an old-fashioned uniform, holding an oil lamp.

The book also tells of the 1914 Grand National winner Sunloch, who was trained in Loughborough.

His owner, Thomas Tyler, lived in the area and trained the horse behind the Brush Works.

Sunloch was a 100-1 outsider – until the locals began to back him, shattering the odds.

Though his win did mean that the lucky punters of Loughborough raked in £10,000 between them.

In a chapter titled ‘ Invasion, Conquest, War and Rebellion’ there is facts and information about the the Zeppelin airships raid over Loughborough on January 31, 1916.

It tells of how bombs landed in Ashby Square, The Rushes and Thomas Street, respectively, with the fourth and final bomb killing five people on Empress Road.

• More interesting Loughborough facts can be found within the book which is available to purchase on Amazon and via: www.thehistorypress.co.uk