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Hello Welcome to the November “Link”. We may not CONTENTS know whether Boris is still PM, the UK is in or REMEMBRANCE; Page 6 out of Europe or which team has won the Rugby World Cup, but one thing we DO know. We have COTTESMORE 1941; Page 7 another smashing Link.! I love this time of year when the mists gather TRAGIC BELLA; Page 8 and the air is gilt-edged with freshness. With Bonfire Night and autumn treats in mind we’re ALLAN WESTRAY; Page 10 enclosing a recipe for Parkin, that tasty NEW AT SCHOOL: Page 13 Northern treat that goes down so well on November 5. SHED SQUAD: Page 17 We’re also paying our respects to all those who died in two World Wars (and to those locals PARISH NEWS: Page 25-26 who bravely kept things ticking over during WW2’s darkest days) and to a lovely young girl BYSTANDER: Page 34 whose death while out cycling a century ago DAVID PENNY: Page 36 shocked a nation and still resonates today. See you at the Cottesmore Fireworks Display. A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE: Page 42 Have a great night out! Regards JENNY

LIZ NIMMONS Kerry, Eileen and Shelley would like to express their deep gratitude to everyone who played a part in making the service of thanksgiving for the life of Liz so special, and also for the prayers, support, messages of sympathy, and attendance at the service. Thanks, also, to all who have so far donated to Lymphoma-Action in Liz’s memory.

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DIARY DATES NOVEMBER DECEMBER 3rd BONFIRE NIGHT 4pm onwards rd 5th WI AGM Village Hall 7.30pm 3 WI: A Tudor and Stuart Christmas 7.30pm th 10th Remembrance Sunday Church Service 6 Thistleton Church St Nicholas Day Festival 10.50am (preacher Bishop Donald) 7pm th 11th Village Hall Management Committee 7pm 8 WI Christmas Crafts 2-4pm Village Hall th 16th TEARFUND BIG QUIZ 7.30 start 9 Parish Council 7.15pm Village Hall th 17th WI Christmas Crafts 2-4 pm Village Hall 17 Film Night at Village Hall 7.30pm th 18th Parish Council 7.15 pm Village Hall 18 WI Coffee Morning at Village Hall 10-12 19th Film Night at Village Hall 7.30pm noon rd 20th WI Coffee Morning at Village Hall 10am- 23 Carol Service in Church 7.30pm 12noon 23rd Christmas Fayre in Church 10.30-2.30

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Invitation to Village Organisations Wishing to RequestShelling at El alanein Financial Assistance From the Parish Council in the 2020/21 Financial Year Village organisations wishing to request financial assistance from the Parish Council for the 2020/21 financial year should do so using the Parish Council Grant Application Form. This form can be obtained from the Parish Clerk (Mr Kerry Nimmons, 17 Crocket Lane, Empingham. LE15 8PW., or at [email protected] or by telephoning 01780 460523) and will need to be submitted before 15 November 2019. Any request will be required to state the amount and purpose of the funding. All requests will be considered at the Parish Council meeting to be held on Monday 9 December 2019, with the final decision made at the meeting on Monday 20 January 2020, when the budget is set.

THE MEMORY TREE The Memory Tree will be in church as usual this Christmas, so if you wish to remember a loved one with a star on the tree, please give Pam Laverick the name(s) and donation of £1 per name by the 16th December, please. All donations go to Church Funds.

Grand Firework Display 2019 Version

It’s just a few days now until Bonfire Night (as if you needed telling!) so here’s a reminder that this year’s Village Hall Firework Display is to be held on the evening of Sunday November 3rd, with the gates open from 4 pm, the bonfire lit at 5.15 pm and the display itself at 6 pm. If you haven’t already bought your tickets, these are available (until November 2nd) from the Village Shop at £4 per adult and £1 per child age 1 to 16. Remember that tickets bought at the gate on the night cost more, at £6 per adult and £1.50 per child. On the evening itself there will once again be a raffle for the right to set the firework display alight and, as ever, an outdoor barbecue by the Football Club and food and drinks available in the Hall and the Social Club. There will be a number of stalls in the hall, put on by village organisations. Outside there will be a fairground ride and stalls, and also sparklers to buy on the tennis court. Please note that personal sparklers and fireworks are not permitted. One further plea – the event places quite a strain on the flow of traffic through the village. There will be no parking up the Village Hall drive from 3.30 pm onwards (but Blue Badge holders please ask at the gate). Can we please encourage all who possibly can to arrive on foot, and make life that bit easier for attenders and non-attenders alike? Village Hall Management Committee

A TIME TO REMEMBER

ONE hundred years since the Treaty of Versailles, 80 years since the start of the Second World War - the anniversaries come thick and fast. War and peace are constantly in our thoughts. The Versailles treaty was sealed in 1919 in the Hall of Mirrors at the historic French palace. Signed by the leaders of the main allied nations, including Lloyd George of Britain, Clemenceau of France and Wilson of the United States, it effectively ended the First World War, though the peace lasted barely 20 years before Hitler led Germany into the 20th century’s second great conflict in September 1939. “Strange,” Clemenceau was depicted as saying in a famously prophetic cartoon at the time of the Versailles signing. “I can hear a small child crying.” Almost a million British and British Empire personnel died in the Great War. Now we who are left, remember. The Remembrance Sunday church service at Cottesmore starts at 10.50am on Sunday November 10. There will also be services at Greetham and Thistleton. On the same day the Civic Wreath-Laying and Parade is held in Oakham. Rutland is proud to be a county with a strong military presence, having good links between the civilian and military populations, both serving and veterans. Its main commemoration of the day is at the Civic Remembrance Service on Sunday November 10 at 2.30pm at All Saints church, Oakham, which is preceded by a march through the town by representatives of the Armed Forces and uniformed organisations, starting at 2pm. The earlier 10.30am parish communion at All Saints will include the two minutes silence at 11am. The afternoon service will be followed by an Act of Remembrance and wreath-laying at the War Memorial in the churchyard. The following day (Armistice Day, Monday November 11) prayers will be said, and the Last Post sounded at 11am, as part of a brief service on Oakham High Street near the Crown Arcade. Remembrance Services will also be held across the Oakham Team Ministry at Langham, Braunston, Whissendine, Ashwell and Market Overton (all shortly before 11am to accommodate the two-minute silence). Villages with earlier services include Brook, Hambleton and Teigh. BPM

Rutland Branch Social diary for November & December Wednesday 6th November – Jim Bolton – “Flying Under the Waves” Wednesday 4th December - Christmas Dinner. We meet on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7.0pm for 7.30pm in the Sports and Social Club, Cottesmore. Contact No 01572 755969 Derek Bury

was the taxi proprietor doubling as church VILLAGES IN organist, Mr Bryan the cycle agent and Mr Clarke the grocer. THE SHADOW Although the war was casting its hostile shadow over Britain, and the threat of invasion remained constant, the mood was still one of unbridled OF WAR optimism, as you can tell from the adverts. It was GEOFF ATTON popped in. very much “business as usual” in Oakham and Rifling through his indeed throughout the county. possessions at his Mil Lane Matkins, then on Oakham High Street, were home after a recent offering Hieratica (“British made”) stationery, bereavement, Geoff had while Ketton Cement were proudly proclaiming discovered an item of great “a square deal” with “Quality, Uniformity, local interest - a Matkins 1941 almanac of Economy and Service.” Their advertisement was Rutland which offered a fascinating treasure accompanied by a pledge of “Speedy trove of rural life throughout the county at the Distribution” around the whole East Midlands; height of the Second World War. Luftwaffe and blackouts permitting, presumably. The Cottesmore entry was particularly Fox hunting was continuing apace despite the interesting. Those were the days when the village conflict, with Cottesmore Hunt Master and had its own grocers (Collards), baker (Mrs Huntsman Mr C Hilton-Green of Burrough-on-the- Garfoot) blacksmith (Mr Rimmington), butcher Hill celebrating his 10th year in the post. In (Mrs Tyrrell), carpenter (H Bland) and boot keeping with the ongoing equestrian fortitude, repairer (Mr Bentley). Many of the names of L.O. Illsley , saddler and harness maker, of residents from 78 years ago remain familiar. Market Place, was promoting his Illsley Sponge R H Bland ran the bus service; the Faulkners Rubber Panel “to prevent galling and sliding by included W Faulkner (farmer) and A and G giving extra comfort to horse and rider.” Faulkner (cottagers) and Mrs J Faulkner; H Hollis Fords of Church Street (sadly no longer with us of Red House and Cecil Hollis were well-known after over a century of service) were “inviting farmers; the Staffords were at Tap Yard; and the inspection” of their upholstered bedroom suites, Walkers, Osborns and Fountains were also well prams, wringers, hearth furniture and tea-and- represented. The Faulkners delivered milk and dinner sets; and Munton & Son (established newspapers around the villages. 1852, phone number just 40) were reminding The vicar was the Rev E M Guilford, the residents of their traditional skills as builders, schoolmaster H D Smith and the schoolmistress registered plumbers and decorators. Mrs Jenkins. Mr Winter ran the post office and Other long-established firms to be featured in the Mrs Buttress the Sun Inn. Major property owners almanac included Royces auctioneers and included the Noels at Cottesmore House, Capt valuers, Stricklands butchers/bakers, Roughead at The Grange and the Goodwins at Ellingworths chemists, Furley & Hassan Cottesmore Lodge. (clothiers, milliners and drapers) and the Brewery At Market Overton Mr Bean ran the Black Bull, at Langham. Mr Hudson the bakery, Mr Skillington the post And for those who were overcome by ill health, office (together with a drapery and outfitters), the Rutland Memorial Hospital (established Mrs Bennett the butchers and Mr Rouse and Mr 1903, president the Countess of Lonsdale) listed Skinns the smithy. Noted residents included a scale of hospital maintenance fees “including Major A S Casey, the Hon Mrs Murray-Smith, Operation, Theatre and Dressings” which started Lady Barbara Seymour and Major Sitwell. at 15s a week for insured male patients and Ironstone workers and wharf employees were ended with 5s a week for children under-nine. A well represented, while Mr Pridmore was unique contribution of 2d a week “entitled free in being a wireless dealer. maintenance in the hospital for any person in the In Greetham notable names included Mr H Tidd general ward.” at Greetham House, the Rev W Bates at the *The Link is most grateful to Geoff for his Vicarage, Mr McCarthy at the school and J S Hall contribution. Please contact us if you have at Manor House. Mr Pearce ran the Black Horse, stories about any of the above. We welcome Mr Gray the Wheatsheaf, Mr Allmore the Plough 7 your recollections. BPM and Mr Copping the Greetham Inn. Mr Evinson

his Army CENTENARY SORROW revolver at a casualty clearing FOR TRAGIC BELLA station in I WALKED along the old Roman road near Little France in Stretton in the heart of the Leicestershire 1918) and countryside and paused by a gate. I looked agreed that towards a far-off spinney, over which rooks that he had circled, and marvelled at the peace. Then I been the man looked down, to the verge, and remembered seen chatting that this was once the scene of a killing that had to Bella as shocked the nation. they cycled Whether the 21-year-old Annie Bella Wright was together, accidentally shot by a farmer a field away though he potting at birds or died at the hands of a former denied Bella Wright and, below, Army officer with a service issue revolver was murder. the issue placed before the subsequent trial at Light’s Ronald Light Leicester Castle in June 1920. version of My journey was in 1969 and I had been asked events, as presented to the court, “could not be by the weekly “Leicester Chronicle” to write an contradicted nor disproved in any detail.” article marking 50 years since the Green Bicycle He had been defended in court by the most Case and the furore that followed. Not only did I famous barrister of the day, Sir Edward Marshall walk the scene, interviewing locals and scouring Hall KC, who argued that Light lacked any Press cuttings, I also talked to a long-retired motive whatsoever for killing Bella. Sir Edward police officer who had met the accused, Ronald even Vivian Light, a 33-year-old maths teacher with a suggested seemingly unimpeachable background. that she Bella Wright was a factory worker and the eldest may have of the seven children born to a farm labourer been killed and his wife. Her body was found, alongside her by a single bike, by a villager on July 5 1919. Described as stray bullet “a girl with good looks and of good character”, fired by a she had been shot once while cycling along the farmer Gartree Road between Leicester, where she shooting worked, and Stoughton four miles away where birds some she lived with her family. distance Later the murder trial heard that Light, who lived away. The with his widowed mother in Leicester, had blood of a owned a green BSA folding bicycle and had been carrion crow seen accompanying Bella as she had cycled was found on a gate near where Bella’s body towards Gaulby to visit her uncle George was found. Light was acquitted. Measures. A century ago, almost to the month, Bella was buried in Stoughton churchyard on Light had filed the serial numbers from the July 11 1919 amidst a quiet outpouring of grief. bike’s frame and dismantled it before throwing Light lived until the age of 89. Certainly the into the River Soar in Leicester, from where it policeman I interviewed 50 years ago had no was later dredged. “I was in a fit of panic,” he doubts about his guilt. “He acted the told police. gentleman,” he said, “but he was a rum cove.” – He also admitted dumping his holster and Brian Martin. bullets (though he originally claimed to have left

COTTESMORE RAMBLERS The rains came down on the day set for last Remembrance Sunday – month’s Ramble, so the decision to call it off so we walk on 17 wasn’t too difficult to take. (Call us “Fair November. To remind you, we start from Weather Ramblers” if you like, but there’s a outside the library in the centre of the village, limit to the amount of discomfort we are willing where there’s parking available, at the usual to endure!) time of 10.00. Anyway, this month we shall hope to do what As ever, if you need any further information (or we didn’t in October – the “quarry walk” from would like a lift on the day), please ring John Ketton, which passes also through a site of Meara on 812350. Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The date is a week later than our usual, because of John Meara

INVESTMENT CLUB

As I write this, the political situation seems even provide us with plenty of en- more fluid than ever (to Brexit or not to Brexit?), tertainment and challenge. and the implications for how the Stock Markets There is still room for more will react are, frankly, anyone’s guess. It’s not members – if you feel you necessarily all doom and gloom, but the Invest- could be interested in joining ment Club members will clearly need to be on us, why not come and talk to their toes over the next few weeks, and monitor- us – perhaps at our next monthly meeting, ing developments very closely! which takes place on Wednesday 16 October, at 7.30pm in the Village Hall upper room. Or else Of course, we don’t claim to be anything other you can obtain information about the Club by than amateur investors, but studying the Stock ringing Secretary John Meara on 812350. Market and seeking out good investments does John Meara

Cottesmore History & Archaeological Group (CHAG) Rutland’s Venice? The Melton and Oakham Waterways Society Well not exactly, nor even Birmingham, BUT we was formed to preserve this fascinating part of did have a canal here in Rutland. Sadly, after Rutland’s history and Paul Dadford will speak to opening in 1802, it closed in 1847, mainly due the Group on the story of the canal and its to a lack of water, which is hard to imagine just location, past and present. now. Did you know that the former warehouse at the Oakham basin is now the Queen Do come along and learn of our precious past th Elizabeth Theatre? What became of the on Wednesday November 13 at 7.30pm in the Whissendine Wharf? Was it any use and did it back room at the Sun Inn at 7.30pm. make any money? Where was it and what Entry is free but please contact Chris Whitton on became of it? 01572812016 or [email protected]. Stretches of the canal do still exist but are well for a reservation. hidden, some in picturesque locations but others behind roads or in fields. Chris Whitton

Cottesmore Amateurs

Cottesmore Amateurs’ excursion to the hills of the On the junior front the Under Derbyshire Peak District in pursuit of further 11 boys continue to progress in the FA Vase competition ended in an compete favourably at their honourable 1-3 defeat at the hands of home team level with a number of good Clay Cross. This being the first time in the history results. The Under-15 girls of the Club that they had participated in this are finding the going tough competition which incorporates all English clubs as attempts to strengthen their squad remain below step 5 in the FA pyramid structure, with the ongoing. FA Vase final was played at Wembley stadium. Now, sadly, a return to the seemingly inevitable The Amateurs, who play at step 7, had previously complaints regarding the fouling of the playing defeated two step 6 clubs in the 1st and 2nd areas and the surrounds by dog mess!!! qualifying rounds, these being Nottingham-based Radford 3-1, and Grantham club Harrowby United We are constantly having to clean up not only 2-1. before the start of games but at other times to avoid fouling the grass mowers. These successes put the Amateurs into the 1st round proper of the competition and by reaching The playing areas are exactly that, enjoyed by all this stage, automatic entry into next year’s FA ages and during the summer months, by caravan Vase was assured. dwellers and their families and the risk of infection from dog faeces cannot be over- Despite the result at Clay Cross the day proved to emphasised. be a memorable occasion enjoyed by all concerned, not least the 75-strong band of I am compiling this Link article on Saturday supporters whose vocal support for the team could evening October 19 and earlier this afternoon we not be faulted. entertained visitors Sileby FC at our home ground of Westray Park. Prior to the start of the game we So whilst the mileage covered on the trip to had to remove two deposits of dog faeces from Derbyshire does not compare to the sorties on to the warm-up area and the main pitch. the Continent of Amateurs’ earlier history, the Club proudly carried the Cottesmore banner into fresh Tomorrow, Sunday, our two junior teams will be territory where our members were warmly using the top pitch and as usual, a vital check for welcomed by the members and supporters of Clay unwanted deposits will have to be carried out. Cross FC. Which in turn led to continuing our In addition to the obvious problem of unwanted connection with the possibility of future pre- mess for the players there is also the point of the season friendly games. mowing machinery. These mowers have to be Back to the bread and butter of the Leics. Senior cleaned by hand and it is no joke when the blades League Premier Division. The first team have are caked with what the dogs have left behind!!! played four recent games, three in the league So once again, accepting that most dog owners do resulting in wins over Asfordby 4-3 and FC Khalsa clean up after their pet, can we request that the 6-3 and a draw at league leaders Allexton New people causing this problem (and they must know Parks 1-1 with a cup game 1-1 draw against who they are) PLEASE, PLEASE, stop and think, Hathern settled by a penalty shoot out, won 4-3 by better still, STOP AND CLEAN UP!!! the Amateurs. As one last comment, some dog walkers with their These results see us sitting fifth in the table. dogs off the lead, walk on yards ahead of their The Development Squad (2nd team) are currently dog, Thereby the dog is out of their view and they going through a testing time, having played three have no idea what it’s doing. So can we ask that games, all losses, against Sileby 0-4. Rothley you keep the animal in your sight at all times and Imps 0-6. and Kibworth Town 0-1. But despite clean up when necessary. these setbacks the spirit remains upbeat; so, as Allan Westray the saying goes, “things can only get better.“

DOG RAMBLERS (RUTLAND) A DOG LEAD you wear as a belt takes all the improves my stress away from your hands, elbow and posture. I shoulder and saves you from getting a bad case also use of dog-walkers’ elbow. It is particularly useful leads with a when walking multiple dogs. bungee Constantly yanking on a normal lead when a dog action so pulls has led to a nationwide epidemic of there aren’t repetitive strain among owners. “Dog-walkers’ any sudden elbow” is the unofficial name given to this form jerks on my of epicondylitis, a DRI (dog-related injury) caused body. by overloading the tendon attachments. These are Doctors recommend affected owners try anti- also used flammatory medication, possibly followed by frequently by physiotherapy or, if the condition hasn’t cleared, people who a tennis-elbow splint. But the first option must run with be to try the belt lead and see if they work for dogs. Of you. course if you Many dogs pull because they’re anxious and want to be their owners can’t be bothered with basic more adventurous you can try Canitreking but training. Some pooches have got it so bad that that’s a different story and not something I am stressed owners just give up on their daily walk considering in my advancing years. and offer their pets for adoption. The picture shows me walking three dogs around But for me (walking dogs with different energy the village while delivering The Link magazine. levels) a lead I can wear is an absolute Godsend. Jenny Laidler Tel: 811038 It enables me to have both hands free and this

GARDENING GROUP

On Monday October 14th Geoff Hodge spoke to down very well. us about pruning. He has been a professional Next month we have Debbie Cook coming to gardener and, more recently, has written for show us all about wreath making. This will leave various gardening publications. His us plenty of time to use what we'll learn to comprehensive talk included advice on choosing produce our own festive works of art. We will be the right tools for the job as well as good basic meeting in the Sports and Social Club on advice on all aspects of pruning. Monday November 11th at 2pm. We then enjoyed a cup of tea and a slice of Guests, as ever, are welcome to join us at a cost Roni's prizewinning courgette cake which went of £2.50. Ros Kenny

COTTESMORE CLATTERPOTS WI Champion. She now has a small eco-friendly There’s more to tea than a tea hut and tea garden at Scalford near Melton teabag, said our programme,and Mowbray – the Old Brickyard Tea Garden our speaker, Anna Stasinska, adjacent to a garden centre, which is open at shared her vast knowledge of weekends at this time of year. teas (none of them in a bag and correctly called Our next meeting is our AGM on Tuesday 5th infusions) from all over the world. Her November and our Christmas meeting will be on demonstration table was laden with teas and December 3rd at 7.30 pm in the Village Hall we were able to taste lots of them. Over the last when our speaker will be Douglas Clinton on A few years Anna has travelled in India and Japan Tudor and Stuart Christmas. Do join us – you attending tea conferences and tea gardens; and will be very welcome. JP at the UK Tea Academy she qualified as a Tea 11

The Big Quiz: invitation and reminder

Join us on Saturday 16th November at Cottesmore Church at 7.30 pm, and be part of a nationwide quiz to help raise money for Tearfund. Last year more than 500 churches and groups took part, raising more than £172,000. We’d love you to join in. It will help our planning if you let us know you are coming – but do come anyway!  £5 per person, to include tea or coffee.  Teams of 4-6.  Join a team on the night, or come in a team. We’ll make up some teams on the night. Our welcomers won’t allow you to feel left out! For more details, and to book a place if you wish, contact Anne 01572 812816 [email protected] or Janice 01572 812424 [email protected] All profits will go to support people living in poverty overseas. More about Tearfund at https://www.tearfund.org/about_us/

BEAVER SCOUTS RECYCLING PROJECT My name is Michelle Walker and I run the 2nd Cottesmore Beaver Scouts. We will be starting to run recycling coffee mornings selling tea, coffee and cakes to help us fund activities for the Scouting group. We will be recycling Milk bottle tops Stamps (1cm to be left around the stamp) Crisp packets Bread bags Old Bras For the first coffee morning the Beavers have decided to use the money to sponsor endangered animals. So we hope lots of people come. Dates for the coffee morning are Saturday 2nd November and Saturday 7th December 10-12am At the Cottesmore Scout hut. We will have more dates for next year to follow. If you need any further information, please contact my email [email protected] or mobile on 07514459636

Help Our School

St Nicholas primary school in Cottesmore has a new look, with new staff members and a new Headmaster - Daniel Alfieri. A Rutland native, Mr Alfieri was the lead for School Improvement for the whole Rutland Learning Trust, and is already driving an exciting evolution of the school. To help him and his staff develop the strategy and support the changes are the school Governor team. Governors volunteer a little time (from just one hour every six weeks) to be a “critical friend” - reviewing plans and asking open questions. Governors help to include a broader perspective and no prior experience is necessary. We’re looking to recruit governors and would love to hear from anyone interested. Just pop in or call the office on 01572 812337 and leave your details and I’ll get back to you. I hope you can help our school with this exciting opportunity. Kind regards, Richard Bingham Chair of Governors. Operation Christmas Child – Shoebox Appeal Just a final reminder that I will need completed boxes and any cash donations by Sunday November 10th at the latest. Boxes can be left in Exton and Cottesmore churches and at my front door, 3 New Field Road, Exton. However, if anyone is unable to deliver please contact me (01572 813118) and I will collect. Patricia Hagger

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First fireworks THE discovery of fireworks, including the formulation of gunpowder, is believed to have occurred by chance around 2,000 years ago in China when a cook accidentally heated three common kitchen ingredients (which we’re not allowed to specify) which, when dried, produced a black flaky powder which burned with a loud bang when ignited. The basic fire cracker was born when the mixture was poured into the hollow of a bamboo stick and thrown into a fire. The gases produced caused an immense build-up of pressure which blasted the tube apart. It was claimed that the bangs were loud enough to scare off evil spirits. Within 100 years the Chinese had developed “fire arrows” (bamboo fire crackers attached to regular arrows) to shoot at the enemy. The explorer Marco Polo is believed to have transported the invention to the Middle East from where the Crusaders brought it back to England. The Dogs Trust suggest the following: How to prepare your dog before fireworks begin Walk your dog before dark – make sure your dog is well exercised and has had a toilet break before the fireworks begin. Feed your dog before the fireworks begin as he may become unsettled and not want to eat during the fireworks. Make sure your house and garden are secure during the fireworks as fear may make your dog try to escape. Try to settle your dog before the fireworks start – if your dog is in familiar safe surroundings it will help him cope with the noise. Provide a safe hiding place – at noisy times around Bonfire Night, make sure your dog has somewhere safe in his or her favourite room, perhaps under the table. Close the curtains, turn the lights on, and turn up the volume on your TV or radio to drown out the firework noises.

Extended Choir for Christmas Carols Do you enjoy singing Carols? Would you like to be part of an extended choir for our Carol Service in church at Cottesmore on Monday 23rd December at 7.30 pm? You’ll be very welcome - and we’d love to fill the choir stalls! You’ll be part of a group of enthusiastic singers rather than a performance choir. If you would like to join us, please contact Anne Crowe by the end of this month: 01572 811414, [email protected]

NEW BUS SHELTER We have a new bus shelter in the village, just outside the Main Gate to Kendrew Barracks. Thankfully it’s arrived just in time for winter! The school kids get picked up from here from the Barracks / Harrier Close. It also serves the local bus service – RF2.

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CAN WE DO IT? THE MEN IN SHEDS CAN! “MEN In Sheds” sounds like a vintage rock band. In fact they’re a highly versatile group of industrious seniors who are willing to tackle a range of jobs in the community. In August they created the highly attractive floral wayside signs advertising the Cottesmore Produce & Craft Show. They’ve also done lots of excellent work in Oakham. service from three days a week (9.30am- Based at Unit 8a at the Oakham Enterprise Park 12.30pm, 1.30pm-3.30pm) to five, and even off Ashwell Road, and backed by Leicester Shire launch a “Women in Sheds” group to & Rutland Age UK, they’re a contented bunch of complement the men. over-50s who have dispelled the post-retirement The project is self-funding and donations of and redundancy blues by doing what they do sponsorship; tools or materials are always best. welcome. Contact Brian on 720319 or e-mail An Age UK spokesman said the group shared him at [email protected]. tools and resources to work on projects of their *ON a similar theme, “Mostly Men on Mondays” own choosing, at their own pace and in a safe, is an Oakham-based social group which meets friendly and inclusive environment. “It’s a place once a week at various venues around the of leisure where men come together to work,” county. Launched by Rutland Community Spirit he added. about five years ago, it is now a completely The group was established in 2016 in Oakham independent set-up run by Barby Jenkins and to support local older men and encourage them Dave and Joyce Cutbush. to remain socially active. “There’s a growing Members’ ages range from 65 to 100 and many recognition that loneliness and social isolation have a background in the Armed Forces. On the can be major contributors to poor health, and first Monday of the month they meet at The that older men in particular can become Lodge, Oakham. On the third Monday they meet isolated from society after they finish work.” at Taylor House, Uppingham. On both occasions The Oakham initiative has proved its worth in they take afternoon tea, including sandwiches not only rekindling craft skills but by creating a and cake, for only £2. On the other Mondays sense of purpose and camaraderie. The group they meet at various pubs for lunch, including works in a well-equipped workshop where many the Wheatsheaf at Edith Weston. tools have been donated. “We discuss all sorts of topics, it’s very relaxed They undertake repair work as well as devising and there’s lots of laughter,” says Barby. bespoke household items or garden pieces. Membership is free. They particularly welcome community projects. Contact Barby on 767502 or Co-ordinator Brian Lee said funding is always a [email protected]. problem but they were hoping to expand the BPM

SCHOOL SHORTS St Nicholas CE school, Cottesmore, was awarded the Gold School Games Mark for making school “a fun, healthy and active place.” It was presented by Chris Thomas, school games organiser for Rutland. Pupils from St Nicks and from the Cottesmore Academy were among upwards of 450 children aged 7 to 16 who took part in Rutland in Concert, supported by Rutland’s Music Hub, at Leicester’s De Montfort Hall. A new piece of music, “Pied Piper” by Peter Davis, Oakham School director of music, was performed. 17

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IN BRIEF COTTESMORE’S new craft group Createmore meets each third Thursday of the month at the Sun Inn. Next meetings are on November 19 and December 17. Membership is free, though people are invited to buy refreshments from the bar. Whether you’re experienced or a beginner you’re asked to bring your own craft project. Contact Tessa on 077363 78051. TICKETS for the Market Overton Play Area Christmas raffle are available from the Village Store. First prize: a colour TV. “DISCOVER Rutland” Food & Drink Week is on until November 3, featuring “Rutland set menus” at various pubs, restaurants and hotels, including the Fox & Hounds at Exton, and special offers at venues including Greetham Valley. WITH stocks at Rutland Food Banks running low, customers at the Market Overton Village Store are being asked to purchase at least one item from the shop to help the cause. Items may be placed in a basket in store or taken to the church to be deposited in a Food Bank container. QD Quality Discounts open at the former Fords of Oakham premises, Church Street, on Thursday November 7. Fords, previously Rutland’s only department store, closed in August. Fords funeral service continues to trade from a refurbished office next door. Nottingham-based QD have recruited 21 full and part-time staff. WORK on the Market Overton church roof is now complete, subject to the architect’s final report. 75% of the total contract price has been paid, with £7,000 from reserves adding to the insurance contribution. A grant is awaited from the Rutland Historic Churches Trust. BARNSDALE Hall Hotel is for sale for a guide price of £10m. The property includes 31 lodges and 18 apartments, is set in 55 acres and has 66 bedrooms, 11 function suites, four bars and restaurants and leisure and spa facilities. It is the former home of the 6th Earl Fitzwilliam and royal personages were frequent visitors. The sale is being handled by Knight Frank. FOUR days of work on gas services has finished in Market Overton. TICK IT OFF WE were sitting quietly in the lounge of an evening when Jenny, who had been lovingly stroking Snoop, our senior rescue dog, suddenly sprang up and hurried into the kitchen for her anti-tick kit. A mere small bump on the hound’s head was enough to alert her to the danger. The pair of them had been out for their usual morning walk and Snoop, who is normally not one to investigate lush pastures, had picked up the bug in long grass. It was just as well that Jen was prepared for the emergency. Within seconds she had plucked out the pest with tick tweezers, taking care to screw it out from the skin and NOT pull it out as the head and mouthparts are often left behind, embedded to cause more grief. Ticks are at their most voracious in high summer but can be encountered all year round, lurking in fields and meadows and often perching atop grass stems to attach themselves to dogs, cats, sheep and humans. They are the second biggest source of infectious diseases and their bite can lead to the potentially fatal Lyme’s Disease. Tick bites in humans can also cause a lethal meat allergy, making some people permanently at risk from eating beef, lamb and pork. Symptoms can include hives, stomach ache, swelling of the windpipe and even anaphylactic shock. The Kennel Club says it’s vitally important that dog owners regularly check their pets’ ears, head, neck, groin, armpits and feet on returning from an outing. Ticks are infinitesimal in size; under the microscope they look like tiny terrapins. If you haven’t got tick tweezers or other means of removing the deadly parasite it’s essential to call the vets as soon as possible. – BPM. 19

WHATS ON Up to Nov 1: Hallowe’en Fun at Rockingham Castle. www.rockinghamcastle.com. 2: Rutland Lions’ Annual Firework Display. Rutland Showground. Gates open 4.30pm, children’s display 6.15pm, main event 7pm. Tkts in advance (£4.50) from Old Wisteria Hotel, Catmos Street, Oakham. Tkts on the night £6. ALSO “Fireworks Fantasia”. East of England Showground, Peterborough. Doors open 5pm. www.fireworkfantasia.co.uk. ALSO Kiwanis Firework Display. Welland Academy, Green Lane, Stamford. Bonfire lit 6pm. ALSO Seaton Bazaar. Village Hall, Main Street, Seaton. 2pm-4pm. ALSO “Divinity” perform at Oakham Grainstore. 8.30pm. ALSO The Lodge Christmas & Crafts Fayre, Market Overton. 10am-3.30pm. 2 and 3: Uppingham Food Festival. Various venues. 3: COTTESMORE BONFIRE & FIREWORKS NIGHT. Village Hall. 4pm-7.30pm. See Facebook for ticket prices etc. ALSO “Discover Rutland” Annual Ball. Rutland Water GC. Tkts from Falcon Hotel, Uppingham. ALSO: Spooky Bike Trail. Whitwell-Normanton. www.rutlandcycling.com/rides. 6 (and preceding days in November): Connie Taylor/Kirsten Hartman. Ceramics, soaps & basketry. Oakham Victoria Hall. 10am-5pm. 7: Talk by WW2 veteran Gerry Wells. Oakham Library. 5.30pm. Tkts £2. Booking advisable. 722918. ALSO Phoenix Cinema. Film “Sometimes, Always, Never”. Rutland County Museum. 7pm for 7.30pm. Tkts (£5) from Oakham Wines or wegottickets.com. 10. Music concert Market Overton Village Hall. James Sargeant plays all styles on his modern Hammond organ. 2pm for 2.30pm. £7. Refreshments and excellent raffle. Keith 01933 357039 12: Rutland Group of the Hardy Plant Society. Talk by Helen Picton of Old Court Nurseries, Malvern at Uppingham Methodist church. 7.30pm.15: “Old Herbaceous”, play by Alfred Shaughnessy. Manton Village Hall. 8pm. Tkts (£10) from 737503/737729.16: BIG QUIZ NIGHT for Tearfund. St Nicholas church, Cottesmore. 7.30pm. 812816.17: COTTESMORE WI Christmas Crafts. Village Hall. 2pm-4pm.19: CREATEMORE evening at The Sun, Cottesmore. 077363 78051. 20: COTTESMORE WI Coffee Morning. Village Hall. 10am-noon.21: Arts Society Rutland autumn lectures. “Flowers of the Fields; the World of Paperweights” by Charles Hajdamach. Rockingham Forest Hotel, Rockingham. 10.55am prompt (pre-meeting coffee served 10.15am). Booking essential. Contact Ann Lees on 01858 555508.23: CHRISTMAS FAYRE. St Nicholas church, Cottesmore. 10.30am-2pm. 767341.24: COTTESMORE WI Christmas Crafts. Village Hall. 2pm- 4pm. 26: Johnny Cash Revisited. Cresset, Peterborough. 01733 265705. 30: “Desperado: Heart of the Eagles”. Stamford Corn Exchange. 01780 766455.

Giving to the Church this Christmas time? Giving to good causes always makes us feel good as individuals, the opportunity to help either those less fortunate than ourselves ,or the Church ,especially at Christmas-time. However, remembering to fill out those little envelopes we all see at the end of the pews can benefit both us & the Church. For each 80p we donate the church can then claim a further 20p from HM Revenue & Customs. However, if you are a higher 40% tax payer you can then claim an additional 20p of tax relief either through your Self Assessment Tax Return or PAYE code. If you are fortunate enough, depending on your point of view, to pay tax at 45% then the additional tax reclaim is in effect 25p for every 80p that you donate. So don't forget to complete the envelope every time you give money and if you are a higher rate tax payer keep a record of your donations to pass to your tax accountant. For further help and advice contact us at Arcus Taxation & Accountants on 01572 770552 or log on at www.arcus-tax.co.uk. 20

Briefly RARE Anglo-Saxon gold buckle and a copper alloy Coptic bowl form the centrepiece of an exhibition at Rutland County Museum. Both were unearthed during a metal detector rally in Rutland in 2016. Stocken Prison has received a “well run” assessment from the prisons’ independent monitoring board. NINE men were arrested after a lorry drove the wrong way down the A1 before being stopped by police at Tickencote.

The annual Birdfair at Rutland Water celebrated its 30th year with more than 23,000 people attending over the three days. The event is organised jointly by the Trust and the RSPB. The 2019 event also attracted a range of 395 exhibitors from 66 countries, with 8,278 people attending 27 events in the main marquee and 188 different talks by wildlife personalities attracting an audience of 17,776. A sum of £320,236 was raised to support the BirdLife international project on Argentina’s flamingos.

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EXTRACTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF COTTESMORE PARISH COUNCIL HELD ON 19 AUGUST 2019 Provision of a New Village Sign for Opposite the Church Mr Barker reported that the old sign had been taken down and is currently being refurbished. He also commented that the post may need replacing in a few years’ time. Arrangements for a Village Litter Pick and Clean Up The Chairman thanked all those involved in the Village Litter Pick and Clean Up held on the 22nd June and noted its success. Regarding future litter picking activities, it was mentioned that a resident had offered to assist in the organisation of future litter picking. It was suggested that Mrs Edwards might liaise with him about this. Planning Oak (T1) reduce the height of (previously unreduced parts of) tree by 4.5m, reduce lateral spread by 2m. Sycamore (T2)- reduce height by 3m and reduce spread by 1.5m. 2 Mill Lane, Cottesmore. (T1) 1 no. Sycamore tree - shorten overhanging branches to the driveway of 23 The Pastures by removing 2 metres of growth to suitable growth points. Land At The Pastures, Cottesmore, Rutland. Full Planning Permission Proposed single storey side extension. 11 Harrier Close, Cottesmore. Demolition of conservatory and erection of 2 storey extension and single storey link extension to existing outbuilding. The Stables Main Street Cottesmore Rutland. Listed Building Consent Replacement of selected windows which are in poor physical condition and/or are subject to severe condensation problems. Removal of secondary glazed units; making good after removal. New windows to match existing with minor variations to allow for slimline double glazed units, painted to match original. Cottesmore Grange, 67 Main Street, Cottesmore. Mr Hyde reported that he had advised RCC that the cutting of Jubilee Gardens Public Open Space had been taken on by the Parish Council at a cost of £11.24 plus VAT per cut. It was also reported that negotiations are on going with regard to taking on the cutting of other areas, including the churchyard and The Pastures Paddock.

EXTRACTS FROM THE DRAFT MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF COTTESMORE PARISH COUNCIL HELD ON 16 SEPTEMBER 2019 Heath Drive Play Area Grass Cutting The Clerk is to check with RCC that the lamp on the footway running through the play area is included on the list of lamps maintained by it. It was agreed, with Mr Hyde abstaining, that, the Parish Council taking over the ownership of the Heath Drive Play Area, be further investigated. The Feasibility Study Under the Integrated Transport Scheme for Cottesmore and the Actions Required Mrs Harvey will contact Highways to request that work be done to rectify the problem of water collecting on the west side of the new build out on Main Street. Allotments for the Village The Clerk advised that there had been five expressions of interest in allotments. A poster to encourage further interest had been produced and circulated by Miss Simmonds. It was agreed that this be displayed after one or two suggested alterations have been made. The Parish Council Taking on Various Areas of Grass Cutting, Including Jubilee Gardens Public Open Space, and Either Side of the Footway Towards Exton, From RCC Mr Hyde reported that he had advised RCC that the cutting of Jubilee Gardens Public Open Space had been taken on by the Parish Council at a cost of £11.24 plus VAT per cut. It was also reported

that negotiations are on going with regard to taking on the cutting of other areas, including the churchyard and The Pastures Paddock. Planning Single Storey extension to bungalow. 9 Mill Lane, Cottesmore. It was agreed that there was no objection to this application. Proposed 2nd storey extension above garage. Replace existing front window with new bay window and extend single pitched roof over front elevation. 1 Heath Drive, Cottesmore, Rutland. It was agreed that the Planning Committee, in consultation with the Chairman, would provide the response for submission to RCC. T1 - 1 no. Cherry decay on stem and branches poor condition - Fell. The Sun Inn, 25 Main Street, Cottesmore, Rutland. It was agreed that the Planning Committee, in consultation with the Chairman, would provide the response for submission to RCC. Notice of Decision in Respect of a Section 211 Notice Proposing Work to a Tree or Trees in a Conservation Area (T1) 1 no. Sycamore tree - shorten overhanging branches to the driveway of 23 The Pastures by removing 2 metres of growth to suitable growth points. The Pastures, Cottesmore, Rutland. Rutland County Council District Council decided not to exercise its powers to make a provisional Tree Preservation Order in this instance. Next Meeting The next Parish Council meeting will be held at 7.15 PM on Monday 18 November 2019.

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I KNOW who’s in charge in our house. I make the big decisions, my wife makes the little decisions. My wife decides which are the big decisions and which are the little decisions. THE grounds of The Lodge at Market Overton TAKING the magazines round last month (all are a little piece of heaven. The lawns are part of the job!) I was struck by how many beautiful, the landscaping immaculate; my letterboxes were inaccessible. I wandered compliments to the hard-working team who around the gardens of one large house for make it so. In addition the Country Cafe is a some time without seeing anything marvellous little restaurant and there are approaching a letterbox. It was only later that enough imaginative play amenities to keep someone told me it was over the hedge next kids happy. So why is the park so often devoid door. Do they think we’re mind readers? of life? Ask the locals. SAW a crashed car on the Barrow Road; RENEE Zellweger as Judy Garland? She’s wondered if the wreckage would be better left wasted. She’s a natural for Doris Day. in situ as a warning to speeders. WE’RE sleepwalking into a cashless society. THE Brexit saga has not only exposed the There are fewer Cashpoints than ever, even frailties of politicians but the media in general. though 2m poorer people still depend on cash The grossly overrated Laura Kuenssberg and for transactions. Barclays say they will no Robert Peston have merely reported on what longer allow customers to draw cash from post we already knew without giving us any insight offices from January. Banks say cash machines into future developments. are a security risk. So they are, but that’s no THE “Daily Telegraph” carried a feature on excuse for coercing us all to go online. Oakham in which the writer compared the town SEEN in an advert for funeral plans. “They to a “Postman Pat” scenario. He enthused: “As I (subscribers) do not have to repay the money walked around the town I got a friendly ‘hello’ until they’ve passed away.” or ‘good morning’ every time I turned a corner.” DID you notice how much litter was left behind Must try that out some time. after the London eco-warriors’ day of protest? THE Rugby World Cup has been great I COLLECTED more than 4lb of luscious entertainment. When I saw “Front Row Live” blackberries from hedgerows surrounding advertised in the TV listings I assumed it was Cottesmore. They were delicious. What puzzles Dan Cole and his pack talking rugger. Quite the me is how so many people can ignore these opposite. It was historian Mary Beard and her free fruits. Nature’s bounty is there to be nerdy artistic chums discussing the latest enjoyed. Stretching to pick them also makes theatre shows. for excellent aerobics. –BPM.

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LAUGHTER 1. What did the policeman say to his belly? You’re under a vest. 2. What do posh owls eat? Hoot cuisine. 3. Did you hear about the cross-eyed teacher? She couldn’t control her pupils. 4. Why did the pharaoh cry? Cos he couldn’t find his mummy. 5. Which are the moodiest animals in the zoo? Camels, cos they’ve always got the hump. 6. What do you get if you cross a sheep with a kangaroo? A woolly jumper. 7. What do you call a man with a seagull on his head? Cliff. 8. Why did the bald man paint rabbits on his head. Cos from a distance they look like hares. 9. What do you call a judge with no thumbs? Justice fingers.

NEW Over 55s Dance Fitness Class locally! New classes Melton Mowbray and Uppingham. Come along to The Samworth Centre, Melton Mowbray every Monday, 10:30am-11:30am OR Uppingham Town Hall, every Monday 2-3pm. Sessions run weekly on a pay-as-you-go basis. Your first session is FREE, and then £5 each time you attend. The session is open to all abilities. We look forward to seeing you there! Any questions get in touch via email: [email protected] or phone: 07926004915 BENEFICE NEWS BIG QUIZ Night in aid of Tearfund is on Saturday November 16 at St Nicholas church. The event is billed as “an epic evening of poverty-fighting fun” and starts at 7.30pm. Last year more than 500 Tearfund team quizzes across the UK raised more than £172,000.For more information contact Anne Adamson on 812816 ([email protected]). COTTESMORE Church Christmas Fayre, featuring craft stalls, refreshments, tombola and a Santa, is on Saturday November 23 from 10am-2pm. Admission is £1, to include hot or cold drinks and mince pies. There is no charge for children. For crafters, stalls are available at £8 per table. For more details phone 767341. Funds are for Cottesmore and Thistleton churches. Check your calcium Many adult diets lack sufficient quantities of calcium, which can lead to osteoporosis. Low calcium levels also increase the risk of cardiac arrest. To replenish the system, eat plenty of green leafy veg such as broccoli and cabbage, soya beans, dairy products and bread made with fortified flour. Sardines and pilchards are also recommended. Check your calcium intake by visiting iofbonehealth.org/calcium-calculator.

FROM YOUR LOCAL BEAT The following crime has been reported to the police for Rutland North beat for September 2019:- Burglary Dwelling - Thistleton Theft - Langham, Ryhall Theft from vehicle - Whitwell, A1 x 3 Assault - Great Casterton The current issues identified for Rutland North beat are still looking at speeding and ASB. I am still in discussions with RCC to set up a Rutland Community Speed Watch scheme and will update further if there are any developments. Several villages in Rutland were part of the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland scheme and I would be very interested in hearing back from these villages if they would support the scheme. Rutland North with Rutland South will be looking to open a new priority for Rural Crime this month and will be launching this very soon. This will include Wildlife crime as well as other crime with the night’s drawing in. I would ask you all to remind your communities to check their outbuildings, sheds etc to ensure that they are locked and secure and if anyone is interested in marking their property I am more than happy to attend Village property marking events. If anyone would be interested, please contact me directly to discuss further. We have also launched the Safer Village Scheme through RCC and happily several of our villages on Rutland North after the Annual Parish Meeting at RCC signed up. This includes Market Overton and Greetham for the moment but there may be an opportunity for your village to sign up. If you would like to discuss any of the above please free to contact me [email protected] and follow us on Twitter @RutlandPolice or Facebook Rutland Police. Laurie PC 1742 Appleton 39

Services in our Benefice, November 2019 Sunday 3rd 9.30 Morning Service Cottesmore Tuesday 5th 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court Sunday 10th 10.15 A short wreath-laying ceremony at the Cottesmore RAF Memorial in Rogues Lane Cemetery at 10.15 am Sunday 10th 10.45 Remembrance Service Cottesmore Tuesday 15th 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court Thursday 21st 12.00 Church Café Cottesmore Sunday 17th 09.30 Holy Communion Cottesmore Tuesday 22 1000 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court Sunday 24th 09.30 Morning Service Cottesmore

Tuesday 29th 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court

OBITUARIES Alan Edward Lee of Cottesmore passed away peacefully on September 21, aged 86. Beloved husband of Sylvia. Funeral took place on October 14 at Cottesmore parish church followed by interment in the churchyard. Funeral arrangements by E M Dorman of Uppingham.

Alice Webster died on September 19, aged 93. Wife of the late John “Dilly”, mother of Brian and Jane, grandmother to Anne, Sarah, Arron and Rachael, great-grandmother to Jay, Maddy, Carwyn, Seren and Cameron. Funeral was on October 17 at St Nicholas church, Cottesmore. Cremation followed at Peterborough. Funeral arrangements by Co-Op Funeralcare, Oakham.

FREE PARKIN YOU can’t beat a bit of Parkin on Bonfire Night! So make your own. Ingredients (for 16 slices): 120g treacle, 80g golden syrup, 170g butter (plus extra to grease), 200g wholemeal flour, 200g medium oatmeal, 3tsp ground ginger, half a teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 175g soft dark brown sugar, a quarter-tsp fine salt, 1.5tsp bicarbonate of soda, one egg, 45ml milk. Heat oven to 140C. Weigh treacle, syrup and butter in a medium pan and place over a medium heat until melted together, being careful not to let it boil. Take of the heat. Generously grease a 22cm square baking tin. Combine flour, oatmeal, spices, sugar, salt and bicarbonate of soda in large mixing bowl, then pour in the treacle mixture, stirring to combine. Beat the egg with the milk, then beat in to the batter until it’s just loose enough to pour into the tin. Bake for about an hour-and-a-half to an hour-and-three-quarters until it’s just firm in the centre and, when pressed, springs back. Allow to cool in the tin for at least 30 minutes then turn out, slice, and either serve warm or store in a tin for up to 3 weeks. The texture will carry on improving. 40

ST JOSEPH'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OAKHAM

Saturday: 4.30pm (First Mass of Sunday) Sunday: 11.00am (with Children's liturgy) join us for coffee and tea after Mass Weekdays: Mon, Tue, Thurs: 9.30am Wed: 10.00am (Exposition 9am) join us for coffee and tea after Mass Fri: 09.30 & 7pm Latin Mass Confession: Sat: 11.30am - 12.00pm St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church Exton Sat: 3.15pm - 3.45pm Sunday: 9am Wednesday: 9.15am – 9.45am

LOCAL SERVICES

Post - Last Collections: Cottesmore Post Office (01572 812322) 16.30 Monday to Friday, 09.45 Saturday. (Oakham Old Post Office 18.00 Monday to Friday).

Recycling and Refuse Tuesdays (need to put out bins on Monday evening). Alternately black and green bins one week, grey bin the following week. Enquiries: RCC 01572722577 (www.rutland.gov.uk) Email: [email protected]

Village Play Areas There are two play areas in the village, which are located at Austhorp Grove, for older children, and accessed by the drive to the left of No 2 Austhorp Grove, and Heath Drive, for younger children, and accessed by the footpath that runs between Nos 5 & 7 Heath Drive and Nos 8 & 10 Westland Road.

Mobile Library (Every other Thursday)

09.40 to 09.55 Wenton Close 10.00 to 10.50 Gainsborough Court 10.55 to 11.05 Cresswell Drive 11.10 to 11.20 Toll Bar 11.25 to 11.35 Heath Drive 11.40 to 11.55 Westland Road 12.00 to 12.10 The Pastures 12.15 to 12.35 Greetham Road 15.00 to 16.00 Kendrew Barracks – Family Centre 16.05 to 16.20 Heythrop Road

T: 01572 722918 www.rutland.gov.uk E: [email protected]

Mobile Shops

GRIMSBY FISH (DEAN’S)

Tuesdays, 10.30 Austhorp Grove Mobile 07766 527963 01472 236 769

Milk and groceries delivered to your door on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays. www.milkandmore.co.uk

MOBILE FISH & CHIPS Thursday evenings 7pm. Mill Lane corner and en route to The Leas. 41

There’s been a few changes around here.

How many of these places can you still recognise?

VILLAGE DIRECTORY Village website http://www.cottesmoreparishcouncil.org.uk/ Amateur Dramatics Alan Lane 01572 768040 Air Cadets – Tues & Thurs 7pm-9.30pm. Cadet Centre, Penn St, Oakham. Contact: Flt Lt J Lawrence [email protected] 01572 723624 Bowls Winter Wednesdays - Brian Abbott [email protected] 01572 768468 Bell Ringing – practice Wednesday 19.30 01780 460523 Kerry Nimmons [email protected] Beavers Mondays 17.30 to 18.30 (Ages 6-8years) 01775 714211 Gary Clulow 07958 769899 Ben Leaver 07800834636 Brownies – Thursdays 18.00 to 1930 01572 812956 Bernadette Wallace [email protected] CHAG (local history) – second Wednesdays 19.30 01572 812854 Chris Whitton [email protected] www.thelivingvillage.co.uk Church - St Nicholas CE www.northrutlandchurches.org.uk. Web editor - Duncan Ball: [email protected] Churchwarden - David Morgan [email protected] 01572 756647 County Councillors - Abigail MacCartney [email protected] 07739 361008 - Samantha Harvey [email protected] 01572 345028 Defibrillator – information and training 01572 812898 Juliet Burgess-Ray [email protected] Dog Ramblers - group dog walks, Jenny Laidler [email protected] 01572 811038 Dogs Trust & Dog School East Midlands [email protected] 01509 882316 Football – Cottesmore Amateurs - Allan Westray 01572 724275 Gardening Club – second Mondays Roni Proctor [email protected] 01572 812785 Handbell Ringers – Mondays 19.00 Pat Hoyles, 01572 813034 Investment Club – third Thursdays 19.30 01572 812350 John Meara [email protected] Parish Council – Parish Clerk, Kerry Nimmons 01780 460523 [email protected] Rainbows alternate Saturdays 3-5 pm Sam Shorten 07540 664847 [email protected] Ramblers – second Sundays 10.00 John Meara [email protected] 01572 812350 Schools: Cottesmore Academy 01572 812278 Headteacher, Mrs M Lucas Email Address: [email protected] St Nicholas' Church of England Primary 01572 812337 Head teacher, Daniel Alfieri [email protected] Scouts, Beavers & Cubs Katie Smit—[email protected] https://scouts.org.uk/get-involved/groups/2nd-cottesmore-(st-nicholas) Sports and Social Club - Darren Feeley 01572 813486 Village Hall – bookings, Anna Davis [email protected] 01572 812371 Wine Circle– Janine Rees [email protected] 01572 812167 Women's Institute – first Tuesday 19.30 Secretary: Pat Hart 01572 812854 44

POLICE Meet Your Neighbourhood Team PC 1742 If you see anybody acting Laurie suspiciously you can call Police on 101 Appleton For emergencies call 999

BUS TIMETABLE – RUTLAND FLYER 2 (RF2) Monday to Saturday – No Service Sunday or Bank Holiday Cottesmore (Opposite Sun Inn) - Oakham 07:16 07:16 09:26 11:26 13:26 15:26 16:26 17:36 18:31 Cottesmore (Kendrew Barracks, Main Gate) - Oakham 07:21 07:21 09:31 11:31 13:31 15:31 16:31 17:41 Oakham (John Street) - Cottesmore 08.00 10.00 12.00 14.00 16.00 17.05 18.05

Cottesmore (Kendrew Barracks, Main Gate) - Melton 08.24 10.24 12.24 14.24 16.24 17.29 18.29 Cottesmore (Chip Shop) - Melton 08.29 10.29 12.29 14.29 16.29 17.34 18.34 Melton (St Mary's Way, Stand 4) - Cottesmore 09.00 11.00 13.00 15.00 16.00 17.05 18.05 Phone Traveline for more information on 0871 2002233

CHURCH CONTACT DETAILS

For general enquiries please telephone: 01572 812202 (answer phone only) or Email: [email protected].

Please contact a member of the ministry team for pastoral needs or urgent matters. Anne Adamson Email: annecadamson@aol. Telephone 01572 812816 Diane Creasey Email: creaseygreetham@aol. Telephone 01572 812079 Cathy Dyson Email: [email protected] Tel 01572 812497 / 07970568305 Colin Johns Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01572 812221 Website Benefice: www.northrutlandchurches.org.uk

DOCTORS AND HOSPITALS Empingham Medical Centre 01780 460202 37 Main Street, Empingham LE15 8PR (Dispensary) 01780 460003 www.empinghammedicalcentre.co.uk

Market Overton Surgery and dispensary 01572 490399 Thistleton Road, Market Overton LE15 7PP www.marketovertonandsomerbysurgeries.co.uk

Oakham Medical Practice and Rutland Acute Treatment Centre Cold Overton Road, Oakham LE15 6NT 01572 722621

Minor Injuries walk-in Rutland Memorial Hospital 09.00 to 17.00 Monday to Friday www.oakhammedicalpractice.co.uk

Grantham and District Hospital 01476 565232 101 Manthorpe Road, Grantham NG31 8DG Accident and Emergency (not 24hrs) www.ulh.nhs.uk

Peterborough City Hospital 01733 678000 Edith Cavell Campus, Peterborough PE3 9GZ www.peterboroughandstamford.nhs.uk

Stamford Hospital Ryhall Road, Stamford PE9 1UA 01733 678000 Website: http://www.peterboroughandstamford.nhs.uk

MINOR INJURIES WALK-IN AT RUTLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Urgent Care Service (minor injury) with x-ray facilities available. Weekdays 8.30am to 5pm Urgent Care Centre (minor injury and illness) Weekdays 5pm to 9pm and Weekends and Bank Holidays open 9am to 7pm. Many pharmacies will deliver, including Boots (01572 770101)

Volunteer Drivers are available for surgery visits or to collect prescriptions. Kevin Mason 01572 813046 Sylvia Meara 01572 812350 Di Toy 01572 812355 Anne Adamson 01572 812816 Joan Bevan 01572 812624 For Hospital visits transportation ask at your Doctors surgery or Hospital. Voluntary Action Rutland (VAR) 01572 724705 may be able to help with hospital transportation. (5 days’ notice is usually required.) Voluntary Action Rutland runs a Social Car Scheme and a Community Transport Scheme, using volunteer drivers. A small wheelchair-adapted people carrier is available, accommodating six passengers, or four with a wheelchair user, for trips to the shops, seaside etc. Phone 724705 or e-mail [email protected].

Sparklers Toddler Group For parents, grandparents and carers of preschool children. We meet during term time on Tuesday Mornings between 9.30am – 11.00am in Cottesmore Church. A warm welcome awaits with crafts, refreshments, lots of varied play/toys and singing. £1 per family. For more information please contact Bernie Wallace Tel: 01572 812956 or Maureen Hubbert Tel: 01572 813061

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