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There is some good news for anyone in North Luffenham who’s ever wished for easier, more flexible ways to get about. Rutland County Council is launching a new on-demand bus service called CallConnect,in our area on 4th August

At last you will be able to get a bus to Oakham for a shop, travel to an appointment at Empingham Surgery, or just take a trip out for lunch at a village pub without the hassle of driving.

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So, what is CallConnect?

Think of it like a mini-bus taxi service, but one that’s affordable (or free!), easy to book, and shared with others heading in the same direction. There’s no timetable – you simply book a ride when you need it, and the clever system plans the route based on who’s travelling where.

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Main Advantages:

📅 It runs when you need it
You can book up to a week in advance – or even just an hour ahead. You can also block book regular journeys if you need to use the bus to get to work every day for instance.

📱 Easy to use
Download the free CallConnect app, or just give them a ring on 0345 234 3344 to book your journey. It’s really straightforward – and yes, you can still talk to a real person if you prefer that to an app.

🧓 Free for concessionary pass holders
If you’ve got a Rutland concessionary bus pass, your journeys are completely free – no catches.

🎉 And right now, it’s free for everyone!
To celebrate the launch, all CallConnect journeys are free until 28th June 2025, no matter your age or ticket type.

♿ Accessible and comfortable
The buses are modern, easy to board, and wheelchair-friendly. Just let them know if you need any assistance when you book.

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Why it’s perfect for North Luffenham

We all know village life can be peaceful – but sometimes it’s tricky getting to places without a car. Whether it’s picking up prescriptions, meeting friends in Stamford, or getting to the train station, CallConnect takes the stress out of the journey.

It’s great for:

• Those without regular access to a car
• Teenagers getting to and from college or town
• Anyone who doesn’t drive anymore but still wants to stay active and connected

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How to give it a try:

1. Download the CallConnect app (or call them).
2. Book your ride – it’s that simple.
3. They’ll give you a 20-minute pick-up window and keep you updated via text.
4. Hop on and enjoy the ride!

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This service launches on 4th April (you can book journeys from 28th July)

For more information, check out the RCC web page here:

https://www.rutland.gov.uk/rutland-buses/callconnect

Roving Vaccination Unit will be visiting The Oval Wednesday 7th May

The Oval , North Luffenham, LE15 8FH

Covid, Flu, MMR and other vaccinations available + blood pressure checks

Please check vaccine eligibility and age criteria before visiting the Roving Health Unit

Date	Start time	End time
07/05/2025	13:00	14:00

Please join Sheena Kirk & Nicky Morris for an uplifting, fun afternoon of fitness…

After introductions there will be a warm up to music followed by a dance session led by Nicky. After a break, Sheena will lead you through a stretch routine with some pilates and yoga moves to make you feel longer & stronger with a wonderful sense of wellbeing.

To finish there will be hot and cold drinks available…and of course home-made cake!

Where: Ashwell Village Hall, Oakham, LE15 7LW

When: Saturday 10^th May 2025; 2 – 5pm

Cost: £29

For booking details….please head to Sheena’s website to reserve your place online!
Full & further information about the afternoon is also available there.

Musclematters2.co.uk

Please note that this class is not for complete beginners. If you have or already attend any pilates, yoga, dance or are involved in fitness you are very welcome to attend

Look forward to seeing you there!

Sheena Kirk
sheena.kirk@gmail.com

Who we are:
Nicky Morris trained at The Royal Ballet School, experienced life on the road as a professional dancer and has had the wonderful opportunity to teach adults in Rutland for 14 years, for all abilities and ages. Nicky brings a fun and energetic workout, utilising ballet, jazz and contemporary dance.
Sheena Kirk is a retired physio who brings a wealth of knowledge from the sports and fitness world. After working in the NHS and private healthcare for 25 years, Sheena ran her own private practice for 15 years in Rutland, also teaching pilates-inspired, stretch and yoga classes with a twist, introducing fitness to folks in a fun way to look after their bodies.

Initial walk-in clinics in Rutland will be held at:

• Oakham Enterprise Park, Ashwell Road, LE15 7TU, between 9am and 3pm daily on:
  • Wednesday 2 April 2025
  • Thursday 3 April 2025
  • Saturday 5 April 2025
  • Monday 7 April 2025
  • Tuesday 8 April 2025
  • Wednesday 9 April 2025
  • Thursday 10 April 2025
  • Saturday 12 April 2025
• Mercers Yard car park, 8 North Street East, Uppingham LE15 9QL, between 9am and 3pm daily on:
  • Friday 4 April 2025
  • Friday 11 April 2025
• Uppingham Market Place, LE15 9QH, between 9am and 3pm daily on:
  • Friday 4 April 2025
  • Friday 11 April 2025

The eligible cohorts for the spring Covid-19 vaccination programme includes:

• People aged 75 years and over (including those who will be 75 by 17 June 2025)
• older adult care home residents,
• anyone aged six months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment.

The roving healthcare clinic will visit The Oval from1pm to 2pm on Wednesday May 7th for administering Covid – 19 vaccinations.

1st April at 7.30 pm at the Barrowden Community Hub

The Government has asked that Interim Plans are submitted by 21st March. These have been published on the RCC wesite: https://www.rutland.gov.uk/.

Click on the Devolution and local government reorganisation tab and then on Interim Plans where there are documents relevant to Rutland’s preferred option.

There are two documents:

Leicestershire and Rutland councils LGR interim plan – Full document: https://www.rutland.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2025-03/Leicestershire%20and%20Rutland%20councils%20LGR%20interim%20plan%20-%20Full%20document.pdf

Leicestershire and Rutland councils LGR interim plan – Summary document: https://www.rutland.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2025-03/Leicestershire%20and%20Rutland%20councils%20LGR%20interim%20plan%20-%20Summary%20document.pdf

To be fully informed please read through the information on Devolution and local government reorganisation as it is informative on the whole process.

Residents in Rutland will be able to renew and sign up for the 2025 to 2026 green waste subscriptions from the slightly later date of 31 March 2025.

Residents planning to continue their subscription for the upcoming year will receive their normal service throughout April without any disruption.

This year, stickers will not be sent out as they are not needed by those that subscribe. The new built-in technology in our vehicles will now provide all of this information.

From 31 March 2025 you can register via the Green Waste Subscription page. Alternatively, please email greenwaste@rutland.gov.uk or call 01572 758 488.

For more information please visit the RCC website: https://www.rutland.gov.uk/council-news/2025/03/register-green-waste-subscriptions-31-march

Back by popular demand

An evening of songs with Gabriella Pineda-Rodrigues

Saturday 29th March 7.30   

 St Peter’s Church Barrowden

Bar. Doors open from 7.00.

Tickets £15 including a glass of wine from Barrowden Community Shop

online at wegottickets.com/event/651642/

or Chris Barrett 01572 747628 and Steve Preston 07754 118257