THANKS!

Posted on 27th February 20193rd March 2019 by Jackie

Litter Pick - Thank you to everyone who joined the litter-picking on Saturday, February 16th and especially to Richard and Debra for organising and hosting and to Shelagh for the delicious cake. A good result from the Village Litter Collection Team Heritage Apple Trees - Thanks to all the volunteers for their assistance in planting, mulching and pruning the 8 local heritage apple trees comprising the community orchard on the church lawn. Thanks also to the Stamford Community Orchard Group...

Sad Loss – Ian Fullalove

Posted on 21st February 201921st February 2019 by Jackie

The Funeral service for Ian Fullalove will be held at Grantham Crematorium, Harrowby Road, Grantham NG31 9DT on Monday, March 4th at 12:30pm. The reception will be held afterwards at Barnsdale Lodge Hotel, Exton, Oakham, LE15 8AH from 14:00. We have been informed by his family that Ridlington residents and friends are all most welcome to attend both the service and/or the reception. Ian had not lived in Ridlington long, but during his time here contributed to and played a full part in vi...

Ridlington Village Hall Pub Nights

Posted on 5th February 20195th February 2019 by Jackie

The Village Hall Committee have not organised a Pub Night for several years. We would welcome anyone who would like to organise such a social evening. You may wish to hold it as a charitable event, where proceeds (after Hall Hire and Drinks License fees) can be directed to your chosen charity. Should you be interested, please let us know by contacting contact Dave Roome, on telephone - 01572 821 416.

Litter Pick – Febr 16th – 10:30

Posted on 5th February 20195th February 2019 by Jackie

A chance to tidy up the village before the birds start nesting. Please let Richard Thatcher know if you would be interested in lending a hand - many hands make light work!. Richard can be contacted on 01572 823 910. We will be meeting at 10:30 at 3 Main Street, Ridlington. Everyone is welcome to come along. We look forward to seeing you help keep this beautiful English village tidy.

A Big Thank You

Posted on 23rd January 201923rd January 2019 by Jackie

Poppy Appeal - A message from Shelagh Paige: thank you to all the villagers who donated so generously to the Poppy Appeal 2018. A total of ￡212.72 was collected this centenary year for the Royal British Legion. Donation in Kind - a message from the PCC: Thank you to Mrs. Sue Scott of Ayston for her generous donation of a Christmas cake, sold in aid of church funds.

Apple Tree Planting

Posted on 23rd January 201923rd January 2019 by Jackie

The Ridlington Apple Tree Planters! On Sunday February 20th, some 'hardy' villagers came out and braved the cold weather to plant a community orchard on the church lawn. A total of 8 local heritage apple trees, a mixture of dessert and cooking, were obtained from Stamford Community Orchard Group. This is a National Lottery funded project. We look forward to harvesting our produce in due course. Many thanks to all those who helped in this worthy exercise. Richard Thatcher

Severn Trent – Further Postponement

Posted on 22nd January 201923rd January 2019 by Jackie

Severn Trent advise with regret, that there will be a further delay in the replacement of water pipes on Hannah's Field Lane. Ground conditions on their current job have caused some delay, resulting in a knock on effect with the scheduled work for Manton and Ridlington. A courtesy letter has been sent to the villagers of Ridlington and other surrounding villages involved. The date for commencement of work is now re-scheduled for week commencing February 18th 2019. The same sequence shown on...

Village Hall Quiz – 24NOV2018 update

Posted on 30th December 201830th December 2018 by Jackie

There were eight teams who took part in the quiz. Everyone enjoyed the mix of questions and the music played varied from Holst to Slade! The winners by a close head were the "Ayston Blunders". Many thanks to all those who helped in every way, and to all participants. As a result a total of £310.00 was raised and will go toward the Village Hall funds.