LOOKING BACK ON 2024

Dear All,

As we look back on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible spirit, dedication, and kindness that define our community. Together, we have shared moments of joy, overcome challenges, and supported one another in ways that truly make Ridlington so special.

Thank you to each and every one of you for your contributions – whether big or small – towards making our village such a wonderful place to call home. Your efforts, generosity, and togetherness are the heartbeat of our community, and they do not go unnoticed.

As we welcome the New Year, our wish for us all is that 2025 brings good health, happiness and continued unity. May our bonds grow stronger, and may our collective efforts lead to an even brighter future for everyone in Ridlington.

Here’s to celebrating our shared successes and embracing the opportunities ahead. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous New Year!

 

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TWO WALKS FOR THIS MONTH

Walk off those mince pies! A short walk has been organised for December 9th.

And another walk has been organised for January 1st.

Both start at 10:00 from the church porch.

Please let Debra Thatcher know if you will attend.

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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR BIN COLLECTIONS

 

According to the Rutland County Council website our

black bins will be collected on Tuesday, 24th December (a day earlier) and the

grey bins will be collected on Thursday, 2nd January (a day later).

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CHRISTMAS ACROSTIC

CHRISTMAS ACROSTIC – just for fun.

Write a poem where the first letter of each line spells a word for example,

Praise from
Everyone
Across the World
Christ Child
Embraces us All

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BOOKS! BOOKS! BOOKS!

I would recommend all three of these books this month.

First, a well-crafted novel, powerful and gripping exploration of human nature –  “Unravelling Oliver”; secondly, “Me Before You” – you may have seen the film.  Does anyone have the sequel I may borrow?  Thirdly, a memoir “The Last Mazurka” recording the downfall of a once powerful Polish family, mirroring the fate of the Polish nation.

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CHRISTMAS HAMPER PRIZE DRAW

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RIDLINGTON PLAYING FIELD

Huge thanks to everyone who showed up armed with equipment, tea and bags of enthusiasm on Sunday 3rd November to help with the Autumn clear up! As a result the Playing Field is looking great and is now ready for winter.

We’d also like to take this opportunity to thank those who support us in all other ways including regular donors, individual fundraisers, fundraiser supporters and Talking Gardens, all of whom make a huge difference and help us to maintain this wonderful space for the whole community.

Ridlington Playing Field Trustees

 

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RIDLINGTON VILLAGE HALL SOCIAL NIGHT

‘Ridlington’s annual, pre-Christmas social evening is this Friday, 13th December at the Village Hall.

The bar is open from 7.30 till 10.30 pm. There will be seasonal snacks available to enjoy.

All welcome.

The Trustees