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.
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:
Live in North Luffenham? You could be a Parish Councillor.
There is a Rutland wide campaign going on to get a greater diversity of people joining the local Parish Councils. That means the Parish Councils across the County need new people who live in the villages to bring new talents, fresh ideas, enthusiasm, support and debate. And it’s open to anyone who is on the electoral roll and has lived in the village for over 12 months to apply. You don’t need any special qualifications or skills as it takes all kinds of people to become a Parish Councillor and make a difference in the community.
We all have a unique range of life experiences and skills and whether your interests are in more activities for young people, ensuring local groups thrive, improving village public areas or improving services generally, you could be just the person to make that difference.
What would I have to do? Give your time at seven meetings a year, contribute to the discussion, and get involved in committee work which could cover any of a massive range of issues including anything from planting trees to helping Planning Permissions, decisions on village land, speed limits, allocation of funding and generally helping debate and set priorities. And a whole lot more. Yours will be a Voice on the Council to make things happen.
How do I apply?
Parish Council elections will be held in May 2015 when there will be an opportunity to apply for a seat on the Parish Council. So register an interest with Ian Ferguson, Parish Clerk on 01780 720793. Alternatively, if you want an informal chat with an existing Parish Councillor then Ian can provide a list with contact details.
Make a DIFFERENCE to the quality of life for people in our Village.
Due to the continued success of Chater Community Choir the decision has been taken to change the choir’s rehearsal location to somewhere that will more comfortably accommodate their large numbers. Therefore from Tuesday 10th February the choir will be meeting at Edith Weston school.
Over the next 2 years the number of dogs based at St George’s barracks is planned to increase from its current 64 to over 300. Please see the note below which gives more detail and urges residents to attend a public meeting at the barracks on Wednesday February 11th 2015
Wed 4th Feb: Social Afternoon
Wed 4th Mar: Bee Keeping – Hazel Goodman
Wed 1st Apr: Dolls Houses – Ruth Pryke
Wed 6th May: Patagonia – Richard Davies
Wed 3rd June: Beetle Drive
Wed 1st July: Living with the Innuits – Kath Peddie
Wed 5th Aug: Lunch starting at 12pm followed by Allan Black, music, sing a long, dance !!!!
Wed 2nd Sept: Desert Island Discs – Nina Rawlings
Wed 7th Oct: Postboxes – Helen Crabtree
Wed 4th Nov: Christmas flower decoration, there may be an extra charge for this.
Wed Dec 2nd: Christmas Lunch, to be decided.
Venue—Community Centre
Time 2pm to 4pm
Cost £10 a year subscription. Plus £1 a month, which includes tea and cake and door ticket. A raffle is also run during the afternoon.
There will be a charge for the lunch in August.
Other trips will be run during the year, to be decided.
This is a very friendly group and we look forward to welcoming new membe
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.
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
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
Town and Country Planning Act1990
Proposal: Re-Pollard 10 No. Limes Trees removing re-growth to suitable previous points to maintain suitable size and to clear electricity wires. Re-Pollard 16 No. Lime Tree to maintain suitable size for their location.
North Luffenham Hall, Church St, North Luffenham, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8JR
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 2015/0032/CAT
The minutes of this meeting have now been signed off as a true record and are published below
The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held on Monday January 19th 2015 at the North Luffenham community centre at 7-30 pm
See below for agenda
Members and visitors enjoyed an evening with speaker David Harris from Empingham. David’s photography covers many years, including film and darkroom techniques.
His recognition of Shape is very strong and really enhanced by his splendid Black and White prints. He has considerable patience, waiting for figures to enter the view , to show up his sense of scale, with the occasional Fun element.
He has raised an awareness of looking at our own environment, which we could all process into better photos!
The next meeting will be on March 9th at 7.30 with speaker Andrew James.
All visitors are most welcome.
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
Copies of the draft supplementary Planning documents are available for inspection as set out below
The next meeting of the club is on MONDAY 12th January, 2015 at 7.30pm at the Community Centre. The speaker is David Harris who will bring some of his Black and white Prints and explain his composition techniques. All are welcome -please note change of day and time.
The Christmas story told, in song and readings, in a somewhat different way by the Chater Community Choir and children from Brook Hill Academy, to a sell out audience at Oakham School Chapel on Friday 12th December.
The concert seemed to go down well but judge for yourselves by looking on YouTube at the various numbers that were performed.
The concert raised £1520.42 for the British Heart Foundation and The Cystic Fibrosis Trust.
The choir was formed by Tracy Steward in January 2012 and was the first community choir in Rutland. Since their first concert the choir have raised nearly £5500 for local causes and national charities. New members are always welcome and do not have to audition and no experience is necessary.
For more information on joining the choir visit www.chatercommunitychoir.org.uk
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
Date: 09-12-14
Reference: 2014/1088/FUL
Proposal: Single story side extension to side and rear of building with covered walkway canopy.
CLIMBING HIGH DAY NURSERIES LTD, Keepers Cottage, Ketton Road, North Luffenham, STAMFORD, Rutland, PE9 3UT
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 2014/1088/FUL
The minutes of this meeting have now been signed off as being a true record and are set out below