Jo Fairley and her friends are holding an Art Exhibition at Stone Cottage, Main Street. It is a two day event of which Saturday, May 17th is by invitation only, while Sunday, May 18th is open to all from 11:00 – 4:00 pm.
Everyone is welcome to pop in to see the talented art which is being exhibited. The poster below provides more detail of the event.
If you have any questions and would like to contact Jo, please send her an email – joannafairley@gmail.com
Hi All,
We will be having fresh lamb for our May Pop-up Shop. Half or Whole Lambs can be ordered, they are £110 per half. £220 per whole lamb. Please also feel free to order any specific joints or cuts of lamb that you require. Frozen Beef and Venison available too. There will be a limited amount of fresh pork on the day too.
May 3rd – 11:00 – 2:00pm
Home Farm
Preston Lane
Ayston, Oakham
Rutland
LE15 9BL
As always, any queries or orders give me a ring or send me a message.
Scott & Scott (Ayston) Ltd
Sue 07803 000 465
Braunston are having a Tower Open Day on Saturday 3rd May.
See the attached poster for more information.
Please circulate widely
Join in the National celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8th May 2025 – come to the parish church to listen to the bells being rung between 5.15 and 5.45pm. Tea and cake to be served.
Debra
Dates for your Diary
COFFEE MORNINGS all 10.30 – 12noon:
Friday 23rd May
Friday 18th July
Friday 26th September
Curry Night: Saturday 4th October 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm
3 Courses: nibbles, chicken & vegetable curry, nan bread & papadums followed by desert.
£15 pp and bring your own drinks.
For tickets ( paid in advance please ) contact Pat Roome on 01572 821416 / pat.roome@btinternet.com
Social Night – Friday 19th December 7.30 pm till 10.30 pm
Rutland Celebrates VE Day 80th Anniversary
A Shared Moment of Celebration
Key messages
Rutland to Honour the Legacy of VE Day with Celebrations
Rutland remains distinguished as a ‘military county’, with a significant proportion of its residents closely affiliated with the Armed Forces. It is estimated that approximately 20% of Rutland’s population are either currently serving, reservists, veterans, MOD civilian workers, or family members of these groups.
Renowned for its rich history and tight-knit community, Rutland proudly announces its plans for the 80th anniversary celebrations of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. This significant event will take place on May 8th, 2025, marking eight decades since the end of World War II in Europe. Events are supported by Oakham Town Council, Uppingham Town Council, the Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland and Rutland County Council.
A Day of Reflection and Celebration
In Oakham, the day will commence with a Flag Raising ceremony at Oakham Castle at 10.00am (arrive by 9.50am), where local dignitaries, veterans, and residents will gather to pay homage to the brave souls who served and sacrificed during the war. The event will feature a National Proclamation delivered by the Mayor of Oakham, a speech by Dr. Sarah Furness, the Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland, prayers and the raising of a special VE Day 80 flag.
A Beacon Lighting ceremony is scheduled for 9.30pm in Cutts Close Park, sequenced with Beacons being lit in hundreds of locations across the country. Arrive early to see the Morris Dancers and other entertainment. Fish and chips will be available.
In Uppingham, at 9am, the VE Day 80 National Proclamation will be heard in the Market Place. Evening events include gathering at 8.45pm on Tod’s Piece followed by live music from 9.00pm and a Beacon Lighting at 9.30pm.
Dr. Sarh Furness, Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland warmly invites residents and visitors alike to join in Rutland’s VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations. She said, ‘As a military county celebrating our freedom, the end of WW2 hostilities means a great deal here, and I want us all to celebrate this 80th anniversary. I hope that everyone across Rutland can join together to mark this anniversary, which may be our last chance to include some of the wartime generation. We have a series of events planned to do so. Let us honour those who served and remember the sacrifices made for our freedom, won at great cost.’ This occasion is a moment to be shared and promises to be a day of reflection, joy, and unity, honouring the past while looking forward to a peaceful future.
A Date for Your Diary
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of both VE and VJ Day. Both days will be marked separately; the VE anniversary on 8th May and the VJ anniversary on 15th August. The main celebration of these important anniversaries will be a set of joint activities over the weekend of 28th and 29th June, ‘Rutland Remembers: Our 80th Anniversary Celebration for VE & VJ Day’ with the main event being The Party in the Park on Sunday 29th June offering live period music, dancers, food, beer tent, a range of stalls, children’s fun fair and an RAF Flypast. Further details to come.
Please email Sandra McCune, the Lord-Lieutenant’s press team, at drsandramccune@gmail.com or telephone 07554-740370(m) if you would like to schedule an interview with a war veteran and/or the Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland, or have any questions. Thank you.
Sunday, 11th May 10:30am Annual Parochial Church Meeting in the church to receive reports, elect officers etc…
Saturday, 13th September ‘Ride and Stride’ in support of the Rutland Historic Churches Preservation Trust. Volunteers needed to ride/stride and to welcome visitors to the church. Please let Debra Thatcher know if able to help.
Not just for F1 fans – “Lights Out Full Throttle”, a dialogue between Johnny Herbert and Damon Hill. Some very entertaining bits and some serious bits too. I particularly enjoyed the chapter on fitness.
Another of Christopher St John Sprigg’s well plotted books “The Perfect Alibi” – can you crack the case? A thoroughly enjoyable read.
Something a little different – “Home Aromatherapy” a step by step guide on using essential oils at home.
