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Jan 26th I was delighted to help launch a new fellowship of Rutland Women in Leadership Oakham Castle. Thanks to all attendees and to Fiona Wilson Coaching.

Jan 26th. Queen Katharine of Aragon, Henry VIII’s first wife, is buried ⁦in Peterborough Cathedral. Following a moving annual service Wreaths & pomegranates are left on her tomb. Rutland is part of the diocese of Peterborough with Northamptonshire & Cambridgeshire.

Jan 13th. Peterborough Cathedral is Rutland’s cathedral, even though it is not within Rutland’s boundary. Rising costs mean that in spite of the services, concerts, celebrations & community events held ⁦in Peterborough Cathedral it still needs financial support. The problem has now hit the national news as the cathedral annouced that it may not be able to openits doors to visitors every day.

It was heartening to meet people from across the diocese (Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire & Rutland) who are determined to help.⁩

The Dean sadly explaining the problem to us, in the glorious setting of Peterborough Cathedral

11th November – laying a wreath at Rutland’s memorial statue to Queen Elizabeth II, assisted by two of my Lieutenancy Cadets.

Nov 10th: Images from the County Service of Remembrance at All Saints’ Church in Oakham:

And images from the service in Uppingham:

Nov 8th: A successful fundraising concert was held at Rutland Hall Hotel for the benefit of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. We were treated to many magnificent performances from pupils at all of Rutland’s secondary schools, including the Uppingham Pipe Band (below) and the Cadet Corps band. There were also interviews with senior military personnel from Rutland’s defence force bases, revealing what life is like in the armed forces that defend our country.

Nov 9th: There was a great concert in Oakham All Saints Church tonight for as part of Rutland’s Remembrance events, with the Rutland Concert Band & talented soloist Katie Marshall. All in aid of ⁦⁦the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Nov 3rd. There was a moving Remembrance service at Brook church Rutland today. Probably the first of the year? Thanks to all involved.

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.

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!