Oct 16th: Thanks to all the volunteers who attended a splendid service of thanks for their work, organised by Rutland’s High Sheriff in Uppingham Church; with Bishop Debbie visiting from Peterborough Cathedral.
Thanking Rutland’s many volunteers
Northern Lights in Rutland!
Oct 10th: Many of us saw the Northern Lights, which put in an unusual appearance in Rutland. I took these photos from Station Road, Whissendine!
Rutland Flower Club
Oct 9th; A very enjoyable evening. Rutland Flower Club had an annual open meeting & a demonstration by the talented Andrew Key at Rutland County Museum .The club offers monthly meetings, demos & classes – all are welcome to join.
Celebrating youthful success
Oct 2nd: We had an uplifting evening yesterday to celebrate the success of young people at the Virtual School supported by Rutland Council.
I was glad to join Rutland’s High Sheriff, teachers parents and the Emmanu-el Apostolic Gospel Academy . Also the Leicester FC mascot!
Welcoming new British Citizens
Sept 30th. It is always a privilege & pleasure to welcome new #British #citizens. Today in Oakham we welcomed six; from USA, Zimbabwe, Poland & Thailand. Congratulations!
Cancer Fundraising
Sept 28th: Great cakes, bargains, fun & community spirit at the Macmillan Cancer coffee morning in Stretton today! Thanks to all for such an enjoyable time. A great charity – 1 in 2 of us will get cancer and Macmillan Cancer offers practical advice, nursing & emotional support.
Signposting Stretton
Sept 28th: The vibrant village community of Stretton has a new & beautiful sign. It was hand made as a gift to the village. A pleasure to unveil it.
Rutland’s Cadets
Sept 19th: Celebrating our cadets at the Rutland Show ground and awarding Certificates for Meritorious Service. The Combined Cadet Force & volunteer officers enable cadets to gain experience & qualifications & improve life chances for life. Thanks to the Station Commander RAF Wittering for an inspiring talk.
Rutland Day at Oakham Castle
Sept 14th: History & fun mixed for #Rutland day Oakham Castle today!
Bereavement and Dying really Matters
. As patron of Leicestershire and Rutland Dying Matters I was very pleased to receive support from the Uppingham Masonic Lodge, and also to introduce our new Chair of Dying Matters, Andrew Brown (Leader of Rutland Council) at Oakham Castle. Thanks to all.
