The first, “Lily’s Promise” by Lily Ebert, a compelling memoir of the Holocaust. Very powerful and moving, a testament to Lily’s irrepressible spirit.
The second, Elif Shafak’s “The Island of Missing Trees”, historical fiction recording the impact of ethnic division and how trauma moves through generations – loved this book.
Using the theme of generational trauma, Ashley Audrain’s “The Push”, tells of the making and breaking of a family in a tense psychological thriller
Some of us did this for a week in March.
Our household, just the two of us and the dog, logged 44 pieces of plastic – that equates to 2,288 pieces per year. We try to recycle as much as we can but can we reduce the amount of plastic in our home? Crisps – who doesn’t love them? We could make our own…but we’ve found a supplier who uses recyclable bags – taste test coming up!
Please find below the links for the
Agenda for the Annual Parish Council Meeting – RPC Agenda 15.05.24 APM
Agenda for the Parish Council Meeting – RPC Agenda 15.05.24
These can also be viewed on the website under the heading of Minutes, Agendas and Accounts
The Village Hall team of Trustees & helpers are active in setting up events such as coffee mornings, quiz nights, socials at Christmas, garden talks, parties etc. and are always looking for new ideas to bring the village community together and have some fun.
We are very fortunate to have such an iconic place to hold these events, right in the centre of the village, which also acts as a polling station, a collection point for newspapers, a setting for street parties, Morris dancers and a venue for Parish Council meetings.
However, all this comes at a cost. The Trustees ensure that there are funds set aside for long-term maintenance and day to day expenses – insurance, heating & lighting, water charges, fire checks & fixing things which wear out, all require ongoing income. This only comes from hiring the Hall on a regular basis.
We need your help to support these efforts, both by coming to join in and/or helping out with organisation, cake baking, setting out tables & chairs, clearing away etc.
If you can help in any way or suggest any fundraising events, please contact Pat Roome on either 01572 821416 or pat.roome@btinternet.com
Please try to attend the Annual Parish Council Meeting on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 pm where the Trustees give a report on the previous year and will answer any questions – importantly it is your opportunity to say what you think.
The Trustees
The next monthly walk will start at 10:00 am and will leave from the church porch on Saturday, May 11th, followed by light refreshments.
Please let Debra know if you can come.
This meeting is open to all. It will take place on Sunday, May 12th at 10:45 at the church.
There are vacancies for two churchwardens, a secretary and members of the PCC.
Copies of the accounts and reports are on display in the church porch.
The Ridlington community was saddened to hear of the passing of Bart Hellyer who has lived in Rutland for the past 40 years at Rowells Lodge. Bart became a paraplegic during his university years and used a wheelchair thereafter. In spite of his disability he lived a full and active life, dedicating much of his time to the local community; he served as the High Sheriff of Rutland from 2012 to 2013, gaining valuable insights into county life and since 2013, held the prestigious position of Deputy Lieutenant for Rutland.
Bart participated in most of our village events, including attending the late Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee celebration street party and the King’s Coronation last year on May 7th 2023 – he can be seen on the photograph now hanging in the Village Hall.
In Ridlington, we shall all remember Bart with affection, admiration and respect – a remarkable man in honour of whom Oakham Town Council is flying the flag at half-mast.
A private family funeral service and burial in St Mary Magdalene and St. Andrews Church, Ridlington will take place on Friday, May 3rd at 11:00.
A Memorial Service will be held in Uppingham Parish Church on Monday, May 20th at 14:00 followed by refreshments at The Falcon in Uppingham.
If you wish to contact the parish council by email, either click on the link here. Contact the Parish Council
We may not answer your contact email immediately but will get in touch with you as quickly as is possible.
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