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RIDLINGTON RUNNING GROUP (RRG)

RRG is a small self-managed group. We enjoy running in and around our lovely village. We have obviously been restricted since the outbreak of Covid-19: as restrictions are easing from 17th May, we thought we would spread the word again.

We meet at 9:00 am every Saturday at the gate to Ridlington playing fields. Whilst numbers are small, we have created a WhatsApp group to keep ourselves updated of any changes and to stay in touch.

It’s all very relaxed and flexible with no commitment. We tend to do a ‘there and back’ route along the Top Road/Holygate Road. You go as far as you wish and at a pace which suits you, so caters for all abilities and experience.

When the Rutland Parkrun recommences, some of us will occasionally join them.

We support and encourage each other, and everyone is welcome.

We will always comply with current Government Guidelines in relation to Covid-19 restrictions.

If you are interested, please come and join us.  For more information contact:

Shelagh – 07592 590541
or
Anne – 07751 079775

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SO WHODUNNIT?

A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED!

 

 

Zoom rehearsals for ‘Death at the Deanery’ are going with a swing and much merriment – oh so necessary after the gloomy year we have all endured! Our performance of the dastardly Deanery doings will take place at:

 

Preston Village Hall

Saturday October 9th, 2021
at 7:30pm

 

So yes, the Ridlington Players are roving down the lane! Make a note in your diaries to share in the thrills and spills of our mystery drama!

 

 

WARNING: THERE WILL BE LAUGHTER. BRING A HANKIE!

Margie Wall
Ridlington Players

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DATE CHANGE FOR THE FLOWER FESTIVAL

NEW DATE FOR FLOWER FESTIVAL

The date of the Agatha Christie inspired flower festival has been moved to coincide with the staging of the play so it will now be held on 9th and 10th October, 2021.

More volunteers required.  Please contact Debra Thatcher for more details.

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HOMELESS COLLECTION – JUNE UPDATE

Firstly may I thank all of the people who have contacted me during the last year, offering clothes etc for the homeless. I have had to ask you to be patient as storage facilities have been full and the homeless have been housed in hostels. As they return to the streets the storage space will be eased.

I have been in touch with the Peterborough charity organiser who says that they can now take men’s jackets and sleeping bags. If you have these articles to donate, I will be pleased to receive them. As a greater variety of articles are needed, I will let you know.

I hope you have all kept well and that you are enjoying our gradual return to freedom.  Many thanks for your continued support in helping the homeless.

Margie & Martin Wall
8 East Lane
Ridlington
07928378668
01572 821397

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FOODBANK COLLECTION DATES – JUNE 2021

FOODBANK COLLECTION DATES:

Your continued generosity is much appreciated.

Collection dates for June are:
Wednesday, 9th and
Wednesday, 23rd June.

The boxes are in the church porch and, in addition to the usual food items, there is a special request for shampoo, shower gel, deodorant and hand soap.

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CHURCH AFTERNOON TEAS

“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour
dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.”
Henry James

So please join us for that quintessentially English tradition between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm at Chimney Cottage on the following dates:

Wednesday 9th June

Wednesday 11th August

All welcome 😊

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CHURCHES COUNT ON NATURE: JUNE 12TH

Saturday, June 12th at 10:00 am to 12:00 noon

If you have not already volunteered, please let Debra Thatcher know if you would like to attend the inaugural bio blitz in the churchyard.  No previous experience required, just enthusiasm for the natural world.

Please wear suitable clothing and flat shoes because the ground is uneven in places.

Light refreshments will be served.

Debra
email debrathatcher@hotmail.com

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CHURCH NEWS – JUNE

Ridlington church remains open on Wednesdays and Sundays for private prayer 10am-4pm;

We are still seeking new members and a Treasurer for our Parochial Church Council (PCC). If you are interested in finding out more about the role, please contact any of the current members: Bart Hellyer; Margie Wall; Louise Fox; Richard Thatcher; Andy Hoult; David Harvey; Anne Harvey. This is a great opportunity to be involved in a range of aspects and decision making about the church, including its future development;

Church cleaning rota: thank you, this month, to: Ruth Lees and Anne Harvey;

Church flowers: thank you, this month, to: Jan Powley and Debra Thatcher;

Church coffee mornings have started again – see separate Post.