The Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland
Serving the King and the community of Rutland
September 8th. Two years ago today Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth died & His Majesty King Charles acceded to the throne. Rutland held a small ceremony and I laid flowers at our statue to remember Queen Elizabeth’s life of service. This was followed by a service at All Saints’ Church, Oakham.
September 3rd. Raising the Red Ensign at Oakham Castle on Merchant Navy Day.
Rutland pays tribute to the past and present service given by our Merchant Navy, so called because of their contribution to our island’s defence. Without them we would have lost both world wars; merchant seamen proportionately lost more men than the armed forces.
September 1st was the 60th #anniversary of the founding of the Royal Anglians. I was invited to an amazing Drumhead service & parade at the Imperial War Museum in Duxford. We should be so proud of “the Vikings” and “the Poachers”, a.k.a. 1 & 2 Royal Anglian Brigade, who are based at Kendrew barracks in Rutland.
Click here to see a short video.
A march past (click to see a video) was part of the Royal Anglian’s regimental day, in the presence of HRH the Duke of Gloucester; together with military bikers, cadets and many veterans plus their families, many from Rutland. The Regimental family feeling was tangible.
It was a pleasure to hand over a certificate and medal to Sir Laurence Howard to mark his 50 years of membership of the Council for the Protection of Rural England.
He has stood down after many years of service as CPRE’s Rutland President. I am delighted to be the new president. Thank you!
Sunshine, music, food, drink & company!
Oakham Town Council sponsored event at Cutts Close – an opportunity to savour music from Out Of The Blue for the Bank Holiday.
Oakham town council provides regular free concerts through the summer – enjoyed by hundreds.
Click on the link below for a short video. Turn your sound on!
All Saints Oakham were privileged to host an organ recital by Master of Music at Westminster Cathedral, Simon Johnson.
All in aid of the church lighting project. Donations are needed!
Click on the link below for a short video clip (turn on your audio to hear the glorious sound!)
It was fun to explore the Artisan , Craft and food market in Oakham market place today. Music too! Well worth a visit. Thanks to Oakham Town Council . Tomorrow there will be music in the park at Cutts Close – all free.
August 25th: Firefighters have to have a head for heights! Glad to join firefighter Pete on 30metre high platform above #Uppingham & hear about their varied work saving lives and buildings. Parttime firefighters required in Uppingham apply at fire station.
The team demonstrated what NOT to do with a fat fire (do not throw water on it)! We were advised to call 999 and get out of the house. My video (click on the link below) does not do it justice – I was unprepared for just how high the flames would go!
24th August: I had a fascinating trip through wedding fashion history in Uppingham St Peter & St Paul church. All local stories. Pictured is Vicar Rachel next to her wedding dress. A stunning one from Singapore; there are many others. Thanks to all the organisers.
August 15th: It was a pleasure to see our cadets in action at the annual Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland Army Cadet Camp; this year at Merrion in Pembrokeshire. Adventure, qualifications, learning to be part of team, showing leadership skills – all are acquired by cadets at camp.
The cadets have a brilliant time and enhance their future prospects. Thanks to adult volunteers & staff – a great visit.
With cadets on the shore outside Pembroke Castle
