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Loughborough

British  
/ -brə, ˈlʌfbərə /

noun

  1. a town in central England, in N Leicestershire: university (1966). Pop: 55 258 (2001)

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Despite his prior sporting pedigree Martyn, a wicketkeeper, was not shown any preferential treatment when he attended England Over-60s trials at Loughborough University earlier this year.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

"With the 2034 World Cup approaching, Saudi Arabia faces enormous infrastructure and delivery costs," says Dr John Rewilak, an expert in sport management at Loughborough University.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The couple moved to Lancashire last year, accompanied by cocker spaniels Bruce and Bernie, and rabbits Bea and Bailey, after Warner Judd completed her PhD in regenerative medicine at Loughborough.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Loughborough Lightning number eight Haineala Lutui, daughter of former Tonga, Worcester and Gloucester hooker Aleki, is rewarded for her fine form.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

“And you went to Loughborough University,” Gary Drake added.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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