Category Archives: General News

General news & information from the surrounding area.

Damaged Water Main – CIV9647 Moor Lane

We are working on behalf of Anglian Water carrying out repairs to a mains foul water sewer that we believe has been damaged by a water main on Moor Lane North Luffenham. In order to carry out our work we have erected an emergency road closure.

This work has been logged both with Rutland Council and Leicestershire Police and we have also letter dropped the surrounding residents notifying them of the closure.

Proposed diversion route:
Chapel Lane / Church Street / Glebe Road / South Luffenham Road

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.

Tom Kirk
Framework Manager
T: 01604 770000
DD: 01604 772287
M: 07843 359718
E: tomkirk@ravcon.co.uk
W: http://www.ravcon.co.uk

ELECTIONS 2015

If you are thinking of standing in the County Council or Parish Council elections on May 7th 2015 the poster below may be of interest.

Prospective Candidate Event – poster

‘Wanted Man’: Uppingham Film Night

Wanted Man is on this Wednesday, 11th, usual time and place – Uppingham Town Hall, doors open at 7 pm, tickets £5 on the door and do bring whatever makes it a good evening for you

Music for little people

Music for Little People classes for 2-3yr olds and carers

Uppingham Scout hut on Wednesday mornings. Classes starting on Wednesday February 25th at 9.45am

Cost: £6 for a one hour class starting with a FREE taster class.

Contact Ruth Filsak for more information and to book a place by email: rfilsak@musicforlittlepeople.co.uk or phone on 01733 264172.

Link: http://www.musicforlittlepeople.co.uk

And now for some really good news.

North Luffenham has waited eagerly for some time for the reopening of the pub. It has waited some time for the very good reasons that Jason Allen, landlord of The Fox,  has outlined below in his letter to the residents of North Luffenham:

 

opening letter resident

 

North Luffenham Safari Supper

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY!

I am planning to organise a Safari Supper in North Luffenham on Saturday April 11th 2015.   There have been similar events in the village before so many people will know the format.  However if you are new to the village, or have not been on such an event before, don’t worry as full details of how it works and how to join in will be sent to each household in the village shortly.

Interested in photography, wildlife, travel and the great outdoors?

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The adventures of Andrew James – the life of a photo journalist exposed!     

From the forests of Ranthambhore National Park, India, to the high seas of the South Atlantic, the travels of experienced photo journalist Andrew James bring him face-to-face with some of the world’s rarest wildlife and wildest landscapes. Bengal tigers, Indian street life, surfing penguins or snow-capped mountains – no photo shoot is ever the same.

In a fascinating and lively evening presentation, Andrew shares his experiences behind the lens and the stunning images he captures on his travels. An experienced presenter and photographer, his talk is an entertaining and enjoyable evening for anyone interested in photography, travel, wildlife and the great outdoors.

A journalist and photographer for over 25 years, Andrew is co-founder of online camera community www.foto-buzz.com and writes regularly for the photographic press. A photographic mentor and teacher he can frequently be found running photography courses, workshops and holidays in the UK and around the world.

‘Photo Adventures’ by Andrew James takes place at Barrowden Village Hall on Tuesday 3rd March, 2015, at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £5 and include refreshments. The evening is organised by Wakerley & Barrowden WI, but is open to all. Advance booking is recommended: Call Jane Stevenson on 01780 721958 or Carol Harding on 01572 747 085 to reserve your place

Reduce height of various tree. Ref: 2015/0011/CAT

Date 16-Jan-2015

Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

Proposal: Silver Birch reduce height to 4m and shape. Apple Tree reduce height to 4m and shape. Rowan Tree reduce height to 4m and shape. Whitebeam Tree reduce height to 4m and shape. Gleditsia reduce height to 5m and shape. Cedar Tree reduce height to 3m and reduce sides by 1m.

Sunny Knoll Farm Cottage, 2A, Digby Drive, North Luffenham, OAKHAM, Rutland, LE15 8JS

 

The Local Planning Authority has received an application for the above proposal and you are invited to submit your comments thereon within 21 days from the date of this letter. The details of the application are available to view on the Rutland County Council Website http://www.rutland.gov.uk/planning by entering the reference number 2015/0011/CAT

Film Nights in Uppingham

Film Nights in Uppingham

Film nights take place on the second Wednesday of the month at Uppingham Town Hall, with the doors opening at 7 for a 7.30 start and tickets are £5.

Home made nibbles are provided and people are encouraged to bring whatever they feel like to drink (or eat) and maybe a cushion if it makes the chairs more comfortable.

The coming films are:

14th January      Jimmy’s Hall

11th February     A Most Wanted Man

11th March         Gone Girl

8th April              Pride

CAROL CONCERT AT KETTON CHURCH

Fancy a Carol Concert

Where: Ketton Church

When: Saturday December 20th at 7pm

Tickets available on the door: £8.00. Children under 16 free.

Who: The Cantus Choir

 

December 2014 Calendar and What’s On Guide

This photo was taken by Paul Cummings and was used for the December entry in the "Around Our Village" 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

This photo was taken by Paul Cummings and was used for the December entry in the “Around Our Village” 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Would you like a printed version of next year’s calendar? Contact the Camera Club today to reserve your copy of the 2015 calendar.

What’s on in North Luffenham during December 2014

Mon 1st

Parish Council Meeting starting at 7:30pm in the Community Centre.

Thurs 4th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 7th

4.30pm – Evensong (from the Book of Common Prayer) – Priest – Rev’d John Taylor at the Parish Church

6pm at Pilton St Nicholas Patronal Service by candlelight followed by refreshments (please bring a wrapped present for a Barnardo’s child)

Thurs 11th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 14th

11am – Holy Communion Service – Priest, the Rector, Rev’d David Nicol at the Parish Church

Thurs 18th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Fri 19th

9.15am – School Nativity Service – with Foundation Class’ Tableau (not a dry eye in the house!) at the Parish Church

Sun 21st

4pm – Carol Service by Candlelight – for all the Family – led by the Rector, Rev’d David Nicol, followed by mulled wine & mince pies at the Parish Church.

Weds 24th – Christmas Eve

11.30pm Midnight Mass at both Empingham & Wing churches.

Thurs 25th – Christmas Day

Family Holy Communion – Priest, Rev’d John Taylor at the Parish Church.

Sun 28th

10.30am at Pilton – Benefice Holy Communion Service led by the Rector, Rev’d David Nicol.

November 2014 Calendar and What’s On Guide

This photo was taken by Sonia Kendal and was used for the November entry in the "Around Our Village" 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

This photo was taken by Sonia Kendal and was used for the November entry in the “Around Our Village” 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Would you like a printed version of next year’s calendar? Contact the Camera Club today to reserve your copy of the 2015 calendar.

What’s on in North Luffenham during November 2014

Sat 1st

Bell ringing at the church, starting at 5pm members of the Rutland Branch of the Peterborough Guild of Church Bell Ringers will be ringing for about an hour and a quarter before moving on to Edith Weston.

Sun 2nd

“Evensong” from The Book of Common Prayer at 4.30pm (please note change of time during the Winter) at St. John the Baptist Church.

Mon 3rd

Painting and drawing with the Art Group from 1:15pm for a 1.30pm start, finishing at 3.30pm.

Weds 5th

NL fireworks photo by Katy Ellis

Bonfire Night Fireworks display on the Oval, starting at 6pm.

Thurs 6th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 9th

The church bells will be rung, half muffled, for the annual Remembrance Sunday Service.

“Remembrance Service” at 10.45am. with standards from British Legion, Scouts, with participation from the Army & wreaths to be laid on our Commonwealth War Graves at St. John the Baptist Church.

Thurs 13th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 16th

“Benefice Holy Communion Service” at 10.30 in Edith Weston with the Bishop of Brixworth, the Right Reverend John Holbrook.

Mon 17th

Painting and drawing with the Art Group from 1:15pm for a 1.30pm start, finishing at 3.30pm.

“Pets Service” short family friendly service to bless your pets – all types of pets welcome! at St. John the Baptist Church.

Tues 18th

Bell Ringers last practise of the year starting at 7:30pm –  If anyone is interested in seeing the bells being rung, or would like to consider taking up bell ringing, they are more than welcome to pay us a visit.

sldigital photoCamera Club meeting. This will be the last meeting this year. The speaker will be Simon Lee, professional photographer, based in Stamford. Simon specialises in Automotive and Marketing photography for the World’s biggest Magazine titles. An evening of Speed- with exciting pictures of Planes and cars…. As usual, it will be held in the Community Centre at 8pm . All visitors are very welcome (non-members £2)

Thurs 20th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sat 22nd

2014 Pre-Christmas Sale poster“Pre-Christmas Sale” at the Community Centre 2-4pm, an opportunity to stock up with Margaret’s home made preserves, chutney, cakes, jams, brandy mincemeat- Elizabeth’s Christmas flower arrangements – Kay’s hand made jewellery – Jane’s Christmas cards & wrapping paper with Raffle. Entrance £1.50 including tea & biscuits. Children free – In aid of Church Roof Fund.

Sun 23rd

“Family Service” at 9.30am –short service with refreshments afterwards at St. John the Baptist Church.

Thurs 27th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sat 29th

N.L. Golf Soc. is meeting at Rutland Co. on Sat. 29th Nov. 10 for 10.30pm. This is the first meeting of our golfing year and everyone is welcome. Please contact us the Golf Society if you are interested in becoming one of our very happy band. Handicaps range from 36 to 5! Looking forward to you joining us,

Sun 30th

“Benefice Holy Communion Service” at 10.30am in Ridlington for their St Andrew’s Patronal Sunday.

YOGA WORKSHOP

Yoga Weekend Workshop Sunday 12th October 2014 2 – 4.30pm at Preston Village Hall
How Can Yoga Help Weightloss?
Yoga can be used as a physical exercise – just like any other… but in this workshop we’ll also look at the other aspects of yoga that can truly alter patterns of behaviour linked to comfort eating and image perceptions.  Not all serious and sweaty – we’ll take a lighthearted view at accepting ourselves as we are and develop strategies to embrace change in a fun and loving way.
Do Yoga! Weekend Workshops are great for new and existing students.  Those already attending classes can learn a fresh application for yoga or inspire their home practice.  They are ‘stand alone’ classes, taught from the basics up, and are ideal for people new to yoga – so why not come along and give it a try?
They are fantastic value at £15 per 2 1/2 hour session.

Please contact Deb King here to book 

PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT – ONLY 16 PLACES AVAILABLE.

 

October 2014 Calendar and What’s On Guide

 This photo was taken by Katy Ellis and was used for the September entry in the "Around Our Village" 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

This photo was taken by Sonia Kendal and was used for the October entry in the “Around Our Village” 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Would you like a printed version of next year’s calendar? Contact the Camera Club today to reserve your copy of the 2015 calendar.

What’s on in North Luffenham during October 2014

Sun 5th

Harvest Evensong Service to be taken by Rev’d John Taylor, Associate Minister – with drinks & nibbles afterwards.  Starts at 6pm in North Luffenham.

Mon 6th

Painting and drawing with the Art Group from 1:15pm for a 1.30pm start, finishing at 3.30pm.

Thurs 9th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

“Did We really Dig for Victory?” Garden Club talk with speaker Ursula Buchan, 7.30pm in the Community Centre.

Sat 11th

Apple Pressing Day at the Cricket Pavilion on the Oval from 9am to 5pm. If you have lots of apples to use up, come and make lovely juice. containers needed. If you would like to pasteurise this to keep longer, could you bring 75cl glas bottles with screw tops-available online or used ones. Please contact the Garden Club for more information.

Sun 12th

Holy Communion Service to be taken by Rector, Rev‘d David Nicol. Starts at 11am in North Luffenham.

Apple Pressing Day at the Cricket Pavilion on the Oval from 9am to 5pm. If you have lots of apples to use up, come and make lovely juice. containers needed. If you would like to pasteurise this to keep longer, could you bring 75cl glas bottles with screw tops-available online or used ones. Please contact the Garden Club for more information.

Thurs 16th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 19th

Benefice Holy Communion with guest preacher Dr Dominic Coad, Curate of Oakham, on The Rutland Food Bank.  Starts at 10:30am in Lyndon.

Mon 20th

Parish council meeting starting at 7:30pm in the Community Centre.

Painting and drawing with the Art Group from 1:15pm for a 1.30pm start, finishing at 3.30pm.

Tues 21st

Bell Ringers practise starting at 7:30pm –  If anyone is interested in seeing the bells being rung, or would like to consider taking up bell ringing, they are more than welcome to pay us a visit.

Thurs 23rd

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 26th

Family Service to be taken by Reader, Dr Joy Widdows – a 30 minute service followed by coffee & refreshments for all ages. Starts at 9:30am in North Luffenham.

Thurs 30th

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

North Luffenham Defibrillator has arrived.

Defibrillator situated at the Horse and Jockey

 

The North Luffenham Defibrillator has now arrived. It will in the near future, thanks to the landlord, be sited at the Fox and Hounds.

Come and see the defibrillator tonight at 7.30pm at the Community Centre and learn how it works and its use in the community.

The presentation is for everybody; whether your interested or perhaps thinking of being involved.

September 2014 Calendar and What’s On Guide

This photo was taken by Katy Ellis and was used for the September entry in the "Around Our Village" 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

This photo was taken by Katy Ellis and was used for the September entry in the “Around Our Village” 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Would you like a printed version of next year’s calendar? Contact the Camera Club today to reserve your copy of the 2015 calendar.

What’s on in North Luffenham during September 2014

Mon 1st

Parish Council meeting from 7:30pm in the Community Centre

Tues 2nd

Chater Bowls Club meets at 2 p.m.

Thurs 4th

Chater Bowls Club meets at 6 p.m.

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Mon 8th

Defribrillator awareness meeting in the Community Centre from 7:30pm

Tues 9th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm

Thurs 11th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Tues 16th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm

Bell Ringers practise starting at 7:30pm –  If anyone is interested in seeing the bells being rung, or would like to consider taking up bell ringing, they are more than welcome to pay us a visit.

Camera club talk at 8pm at the Community Centre. For our September Speaker, the Camera Club welcomes Robin Stewart . who is a lecturer in Cookery and Photography. His background covers experience on the QE2 and top London hotels, Carlton Tower, the Dorchester and Gleneagles. He also worked in Switzerland and Australia. He has now moved into Recipe development for major supermarkets and was awarded a Gold medal at the Culinary Olympics in Frankfurt. Having branched out into the use of Photography with his culinary skills, he will talk about setting up, lighting and lenses, etc. which he uses to produce Food Photography for the various Magazines, which he is associated with, locally. As usual, everyone is very welcome to come along and join in with, what promises to be, a most interesting evening. Entry for non-members is £2.

Thurs 18th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Mon 22nd

If you enjoy painting and drawing why not come and join the Art Group in the Community Centre at 1.15pm for a 1.30pm start, finishing at 3.30pm.

Tues 23rd

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm.

Thurs 25th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

August 2014 Calendar and What’s On Guide

This photo was taken by Paul Cummings and was used for the August entry in the "Around Our Village" 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

This photo was taken by Paul Cummings and was used for the August entry in the “Around Our Village” 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Would you like a printed version of next year’s calendar? Contact the Camera Club today to reserve your copy of the 2015 calendar.

What’s on in North Luffenham during August 2014

Fri 1st

The Carpet Bowls Club is having its summer supper at the Old Coach House Inn at South Luffenham . Members are asked to phone 720631 for information and to book a place.

Mon 4th

To commemorate the beginning of the First World War a Vigil Service will be held at North Luffenham Church at 7-30 pm.  101 candles will be lit in remembrance of the 101 men from the Benefice who gave their lives in WW1.

Tues 5th

Chater Bowls Club meets at 2 p.m.

Thurs 7th

Chater Bowls Club meets at 6 p.m.

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 10th

Home cricket match for Under 9 vs Barnack.

Tues 12th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm

Thurs 14th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 17th

Home friendly cricket match with Waltham on the Wolds.

Tues 19th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm

Bell Ringers practise starting at 7:30pm –  If anyone is interested in seeing the bells being rung, or would like to consider taking up bell ringing, they are more than welcome to pay us a visit.

Thurs 21st

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Tues 26th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm.

Thurs 28th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sat 30th

“Poppadoms @ the Pavillion” cricket club fundraising evening on the Oval.

Sun 31st

Lads & Dads cricket game on the Oval followed by presentations

2014-18 Vigil Service

To commemorate the beginning of the First World War a Vigil Service will be held at North Luffenham Church at 7-30 pm on Monday August 4th.  101 candles will be lit in remembrance of the 101 men from the Benefice who gave their lives in WW1

July 2014 Calendar and What’s On Guide

Luffenham Hall July 2014 Paul Cummings

This photo was taken by Paul Cummings and was used for the July entry in the “Around Our Village” 2014 Calendar produced by the North Luffenham Camera Club

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Create your own calendar at timeanddate.com

Would you like a printed version of next year’s calendar? Contact the Camera Club today to reserve your copy of the 2015 calendar.

What’s on in North Luffenham during July 2014

Tues 1st

Chater Bowls Club meets at 2 p.m.

Weds 2nd

Knit & Natters are going to see Taming of the Shrew at Tolethorpe.

Thurs 3rd

Chater Bowls Club meets at 6 p.m.

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 6th

Evensong – Traditional Service from Book of Common Prayer starting 6pm at St. John the Baptist Church.

Mon 7th

Junior Cricket Coaching 6 to 7pm.

Tues 8th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm

Thurs 10th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 13th

The camera club will hold an exhibition of photography in the school hall. As Acre Garden is open for the National Garden Scheme, why not go along afterwards to the school. Teas will be served in the community centre and photographs will be displayed in the school hall.

Holy Communion – Modern Common Worship Service starting 11am at St. John the Baptist Church.

Lunches & teas from 11-5pm in Community Centre in aid of Church repair funds for visitors to the National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day at Acre End in the Jetties, North Luffenham, Jim & Mima Bolton’s garden, plants for sale, entrance £5.

Mon 14th

Junior Cricket Coaching 6 to 7pm.

Tues 15th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm

Bell Ringers practise –  If anyone is interested in seeing the bells being rung, or would like to consider taking up bell ringing, they are more than welcome to pay us a visit.

Thurs 17th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 20th

Benefice Holy Communion – all ten parishes together at Empingham Church – preacher Charles Taylor, Dean of Peterborough Cathedral

Mon 21st

Junior Cricket Coaching 6 to 7pm.

Tues 22nd

Chater Bowls Club meet at 2pm.

Thurs 24th

Chater Bowls Club meet at 6pm

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

Sun 27th

Family Service – Informal 30 minute service for all ages followed by coffee & biscuits starting at 9:30am at St. John the Baptist Church.

Mon 28th

Junior Cricket Coaching 6 to 7pm.

Tues 29th

Chater Bowls Club meets at 2 p.m.

Thurs 31st

Chater Bowls Club meets at 6 p.m.

Knit & Natter from 7:30pm to 9:30pm please contact Liliane Coogan for details of venue.

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YOUNG DRIVERS TRAINING

Please go to the link below for details of training for budding young drivers

www.rutland.gov.uk/council_and_democracy/council_news/young_driver_courses.aspx