What a way to kick off the Christmas festivities for this year. A newly commissioned lightweight pantomime especially for North Luffenham is now written and all we need is a cast! We have had several people come forward already but to make this happen we would love more people to come forward to take part. It will be a one off special at a the Fox on 16th December so the time scale is short.
The really important thing here is that you just need enthusiasm and certainly the level of acting skill required will not be high! If you ever took part in your school nativity play you will most likely have about the right skill level, especially if you were a sheep or something similar!
It promises to be great fun for all taking part so please do volunteer. We are holding a first meeting for anyone interested in taking part or helping out at 7.00 in The Fox this Thursday 3rd November.
More news will appear here as it did with the platinum jubilee.
In the meantime please put a date in your diary for 16th December for the Great North Luffenham Pantomime,
If you would like to assist but can’t make this Thursday pleases email me at simonbrowning958@gmail.com to let me know.
Here’s looking forward to a really great fun event.
Simon
Please do not trespass on private lands
The owners of the Water Gardens and fields below to the south have reported an increase in people trespassing on their land. They also report dogs being let off leads and dog mess not being picked up.
The Water Gardens and fields are private property and should not be entered unless given permission by the owners.
Residents are asked to keep to the footpaths, keep dogs on lead and clear up after them.
New Craft Workshops with Springboard Arts

Pop Up Shop This Saturday in North Luffenham . . .

Breast Cancer Now
The fundraising event for Breast Cancer Now raised £240.40.
Many thanks to all who helped make this event possible and support the work of this charity.
North Luffenham Garden Club still has a few spaces available for the ’22-’23 season – join on the day this Wednesday

North Luffenham Parish Council and Trust
will next meet on Monday 17 October at 7.30pm in the Community Centre.
Agendas and papers are attached below:-
Fundraiser for Breast Cancer
Community Safety Officer
There have been a number of upsetting incidents of antisocial and criminal behaviour in the village over recent times. The police have been involved and steps have been taken to deal with them.
If any resident has concerns, or has noticed suspicious behaviour, then the Community Centre Officer at Rutland Council can be conctacted: communitysafetyofficer@rutland.gov.uk. Any information supplied is confidential.
Pallets Wanted for Bonfire Night
If you have any pallets or know of source of pallets please contact Charles Cade: charles.cade51@gmail.com 01780 720467
Extension to the Neighbourhood Plan Consultation.
The Consultation has been extended to the 14th October 2022; due to the death of the Queen and the period of mourning there were some loss of days and focus on the consultation.
There are already responses that potentially will result in alterations to the Plan, and so do not feel that the plan is a “Done Deal”, the Parish Council values your input, particularly your comments and will assess all input before finalising the plan. It will then be submitted to RCC and the Official Inspector.
The Plan and supporting documents, plus the online form for responses and comments can be found here:
Over £400 raised at MacMillan Coffee Morning
From Deb King: A huge THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to our MacMillan Coffee Morning last Friday. We raised £405! Whether you popped in for a cuppa, baked a cake, or dropped an envelope in – thank you. This amount helps to provide 2 days care from a MacMillan nurse.
Special thanks to helpers, Daphne, Ann and Margaret who did a fantastic job.
If you would like to make a contribution – there’s still time. You can donate online at the following webpage –
Neighoubourhood Plan Consultation Ending Soon
Just a reminder that the consultation period for the North Luffenham Neighbourhood Plan will end on Tuesday, October 4th, and so you only have a couple of days left to comment.
There are already responses that potentially will result in alterations to the Plan, and so do not feel that the plan is a “Done Deal”, the Parish Council values your input and will assess all input before finalising the plan and submitting it to RCC and the Official Inspector.
The Plan and supporting documents, plus the online form for responses and comments can be found here:
ANNUAL GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY RETURN 2021/22
Please find attached the AGAR forms for North Luffenham Parish Council which have been agreed and signed by the external auditor PKF Littlejohn LLP.
Rutland and Stamford Sound – Local Radio over the Internet
For those of you missing the local information and characters of Rutland Radio after it was absorbed into Greatest Hits Radio, you may not be aware that Rob Persani and the team started an Internet Radio station – Rutland and Stamford Sound.
This is available over the Internet, via their web site, a mobile phone app, and via Alexa and other smart speakers.
You can find more information at their web site : https://www.rutlandandstamfordsound.co.uk/
Neighbourhood Plan – Last Consultation Event
Just a reminder that the final display and opportunity to ask questions around the Draft Neighbourhood Plan for North Luffenham will take place tomorrow, Wednesday from 14:30 to 16:30 at the Community Centre
Your local Community Choir is seeking new members…

MacMillan Coffee Morning – Bede House Farm, North Luffenham
Please join our MacMillan Coffee Morning on
Friday 30th September, 10am – 12pm
Bede House Farm, Lyndon Road, North Luffenham
Coffee, Tea, Cakes & Biscuits
All Welcome – Please bring cash donation
If you can’t make it but would still like to contribute to this worthy cause, please contact deb@do-yoga.co.uk
Consultation: Still time to take part.
Many thanks to all those who have taken part in the consultation on the draft Neighbourhood Plan. There is still time to take part; the consultation form and supporting documents are on the website https://northluffenham.com/nlpc/neighbourhood-plan/
The paper copies that were distributed can still be returned in the stamped addressed envelope; if you have mislaid this than please contact timsmith@northluffenham.org.uk and a replacement can be delivered.
Phone Line Update – Service Returning
Hi – Phone services have returned in North Luffenham, is anyone still having issues?
