Sadly in the early hours of this morning the village was once more hit by a group of thieves targeting motor vehicles. It is most strongly recommended that all valuable items are removed from cars overnight and that particular care is taken in respect of Sat Navs, Keys, Cash etc. Please remain vigilant, ensure that your car is locked and report any suspicious activity to the Police.
Paul Cummings – 01780 720124
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For Rutland raises funds to pay for Specialist Advisers based at Citizens Advice Rutland who provide free, confidential, nonmedical advice to people of all ages living with long term health conditions, such as cancer, dementia, strokes and mental illness. Since the project began in June 2014 our Specialist Advisers have managed to secure in excess of £3.75 million for clients through benefit gain, debt write off and grant funding. For Rutland raises the funds to pay for the Advisers and the Advisers through their knowledge and expertise can help their clients in this phenomenal way. We feel this proves the importance of this service and why it is so vital to maintain it for our Community. PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY TO OUR TOMBOLA For more information or help on the For Rutland Specialist Advisers contact: – Citizens Advice Rutland – 01572 723494 To find out more about For Rutland and how you can help Contact: -Elizabeth Mills 07710 873811 Trish Ruddle 01572 724400 or 07801 319222 info@forrutland.org.uk
SUMMER FETE – BARROWDEN – starts at 12.00, 29th June. Lots of family fun on the village green ; BBQ, Pimms, traditional fete stalls;classic cars. Battle of Britain Flypast. Plus the renowned Duck Race on the pond.Proceeds to St Peter’s Church and village groups.
Plus on the next day : BARROWDEN OPEN GARDENS Sunday June 30th from 12 noon until 5pm.8 interesting gardens will be open to the public.Tickets on the day from the tent onthe Village Green. £5.00 for adultsAccompanied kids under 16 go free. Cream teas available in one gardenProceeds to St Peter’s Church Re-ordering.
Due to the need to carry out weed control along parts of the permissive walkway that runs from Edith Weston Road round to the entrance to the allotments, the walkway will be closed from midday on Saturday 11th May 2019 through to midday on Monday 27th May 2019. The Parish Council apologises for any inconvienance that this may cause
Please note, for those who were not at the April meeting, that the last monthly meeting of the current programme is to be held on Thursday, 16th May at 7.30 pm, and not tomorrow evening as would normally be the case.
Our speaker is Stephen Ashpole, with an illustrated talk on “There’s More to that Flower than you see”.
Garden Club Summer Outing – Wednesday 12th June
This year’s day trip out will be on Wednesday 12th June with a visit to 2 gardens near Newark/Lincoln – Brightwater Gardens, Saxby and Norwell Nurseries. Places are £30 per person which includes coach travel, entry to both gardens, a guided tour of Norwell Nurseries by owner, Andrew Ward plus tea/coffee and homemade cake.
Itinerary: Bus pick up North Luffenham (Church Street) 9.30am/Empingham (bus stop on Main Street) 9.45am; 11am arrive Brightwater; 1.15pm depart Brightwater for Norwell; 4.30pm depart Norwell
Please note you will have to provide your own picnic lunch, which can be eaten in the Gardens.
To book please print off a booking form and return to 24 Sycamore Road, North Luffenham or contact trip organiser, Katy Ellis who will drop a copy to you – phone 01780 722173/mobile 07845 987281.
The planned work on 49 trees on the Oval Recreation ground that started on the 23rd April and scheduled to be finished by 30th has now been suspended. Much of the work has been carried out, however work on trees that had birds nesting in them was not undertaken, and will now take place in the Autumn
The Parish Council are looking to hold a village clear up day on the above date. If you would like to volunteer to help then please could you contact Cllr Charles Cade on 720467
Last night thieves were operating in the village. Please ensure that valuable items are removed from your cars and that cars, sheds etc are properly secured.
On behalf of the Regional Returning Officer, please see the notice of election with regard to the European Parliamentary Election; Election of European Members of Parliament for the East Midlands Region
Please be advised that from Tuesday 23rd April 2019 through to the 30th April, contractors on behalf of the Parish Council will be carrying out works on numerous trees on the Oval Recreation Ground. It is anticipated that the contractors will be on site from 8.30 am each day.
I am trying to get enough people for a bus to Sandringham Flower Show on Wednesday 24th July leaving North Luffenham at 9 am and leaving Sandringham at approx. 4.30. This trip is open to all the villages. The cost will be approx. £22 50 including entrance to the show. Please ring Evelyn 01780720528 or Helen 01780720607 as soon as possible.
The April Garden Club meeting is on Thursday 11th April, at 7.30pm in the Community Centre and we would like to remind you that our speaker this month is nurseryman, Rob Potterton from Caistor N. Lincs, giving a talk about Alpines & Bulbs – From Mountain to Market.
As usual there will be hot drinks and a Raffle , with hopefully, some plants to buy as well. Please do come as everyone is welcome, including non-members.
