Organ Recital – with Coffee and Cake 

St. Peter’s Church – 10.30, SATURDAY 18th April

The renowned organist Ivan Linford will put our organ through its paces in what promises to be a wonderful concert.

Coffee and cake will be served between 10.30 and 11.00 followed by Ivan playing for 50 minutes.

Entry is free but we ask for donations to cover costs please, and to raise funds for the replacement of the Chancel roof. 

Ivan has lived and worked as an organist in the Rutland area for over 13 years. He studied music at the University of Huddersfield and is an Associate of the Royal College of Organists. As a postgraduate student, he was Organ Scholar at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral and has subsequently held the posts of Director of Music at Oakham Parish Church, Assistant Director of Music at Leicester Cathedral and Organist of Oakham School.

Ivan has given organ recitals and accompanied choirs at various English cathedrals (including St Paul’s Cathedral, London), as well as at many churches and concert halls across the country. He has performed on BBC television and radio and has visited a variety of countries as an accompanist, including Ireland, France, Belgium, Italy, Hungary and the USA.

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Barn Dance – Where can I buy my tickets?

Tickets for this next village fun filled event fun can be purchased from:

The Fox Public House -just pop in and the staff will gladly be able to sell you a ticket.

Sue – give her a ring on 07534 885747.

Judy – give her a ring on 07505 623406.

Deb – email her on deb.king@hotmail.co.uk.

All ticket payments are cash only please.

Put the date in your diary!

Saturday 16th May 2026 – 7.00-10.30pm North Luffenham School Hall

Live Music – Live Caller – Live Bar – Lively!

Springboard Arts Sunday Workshops in North Luffenham

Treat you or yours to a lovely afternoon of creativity whilst supporting our local artist studio – Springboard Arts.

Contact Sue by mobile or email for further information

There’s one space left on the ‘Metal Embossing’ session…

North Luffenham Barn Dance and Hoedown!

This next offering from the North Luffenham Fun Club takes place on 16th May 2026 from 7.00pm in the North Luffenham School Hall.

The Race Night proved an amazing success with many lucky winners. Great fun was had by all and so many of you gave rave reviews. (Thank you all so much!) I know some of you wanted tickets and missed out, which was such a shame as those who came had a brilliant evening of fun and merriment. So make sure you get your tickets in plenty of time for this next fun packed evening.

The ability to dance is far from high up on the list of requirements! A fantastic band and caller will be on hand to guide us all through the evening. I have never met anyone who is not keen to “strip the willow” given half a chance!

Tickets are on sale now from the usual sources so forget your inner ying and yang and let out your suppressed yee and hah on 16th May!

See you there!

Barrowden Art Exhibition

There will be an exhibition of work created by local artists at Barrowden Village Hub on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th April

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Agenda for NLPC Meeting 15.04.26

Chip Van This Evening

Chip van will be at the usual spot in the village this evening:
📍 Pinfold Close
⏰ 6:30pm – 7:15pm
Serving fresh, hot fish & chips — perfect for Good Friday! 🐟🍟

St John the Baptist Good Friday Service

Everyone is welcome to our Good Friday Service at 10:30am, the service will appeal to all ages and feature Hot Cross Buns.

You are also welcome to join other services across the benefice throughout the Easter Period.

Funeral Service for Margaret Service

Margaret Jones, long standing resident of North Luffenham, has sadly passed away. There will be a funeral service for her at the Church at 2pm on Friday 5th June.

Everyone who knew her is welcome and there will be a get-together at The Fox afterwards.

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Consultation on Local Government Reorganisation

There has been a comment that on the previous post the link did not work. If so, please try this link https://www.rutland.gov.uk/have-your-say/live-consultations/proposals-local-government-reorganisation-leicester-leicestershire-rutlandhttps://www.rutland.gov.uk/have-your-say/live-consultations/proposals-local-government-reorganisation-leicester-leicestershire-rutland or go to the RCC website and search for ‘Proposals for local government reorganisation in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland’

RUTLAND COUNCIL EXTENDS FREE TRAVEL ON CALLCONNECT UNTIL MARCH 2027

Rutland County Council has confirmed that free travel on the Rutland Callconnect network will be extended for a further 12 months, until 31 March 2027.

If you would like to know more about Callconnect, please visit the Rutland bus website at www.rutlandbuses.info

🐾 Dog Owners – Please Clean Up After Your Pets 🐾

We’ve recently received complaints about dog fouling around the village, particularly on footpaths and public areas.

We’d like to remind all dog owners that it is your responsibility to clean up after your dog and dispose of waste appropriately. Dog fouling is unpleasant, poses a health risk, and affects everyone who lives in and visits our community.

Please ensure you always carry bags when walking your dog and use the bins provided — or take it home if needed.

Let’s all do our part to keep our village clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.

Chip Van Back This Friday

Nannys Fish and Chip Van will be back in the village Friday, 13th March, from 6:25 to 7:15 PM at Pinfold Close

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