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Volume 30 Number 8 JANUARY 2018 50p where sold
You can visit us online www.cottesmoreparishcouncil.org.uk
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Hello Well we made it to 2018, though no thanks to Trumpers and that North Korean chappie. Some of us are lucky to be still here; much-loved celebrities to bite the dust in 2017 included Sir Roger Moore, John Noakes, Peter Sallis and Glen Campbell. Your bumper January “Link” includes everything you might expect from a vintage year – triumph, tragedy, comedy and tears. At least we’re starting on a positive note. Here’s to health and happiness and all you might wish yourself. Regards
Jenny
Contents Page
Dog whisperer 6
Framing Fame 7
Clubs & Societies 9-12
What’s On 13
Wizard of a show 20-21
Farewell to Marcus 32
Soccer Chat 37
Church Services 38
Thai Tragedy 40
Tributes to Julie 47
Bystander 49
Parish Council 50
Village Directory 52
COPY DEADLINE FOR THE LINK IS NOON 20TH OF EACH MONTH but please don’t leave it to the last minute as the magazine fills up quickly and you could lose out. Send all your news and photos to the editor: Jenny Laidler 29 Cresswell Drive (Tel. 811038) Email: [email protected]
ADVERTISING IN THE LINK Our advertising rates are very competitively priced and we welcome new adverts either one off or you can book twelve months for the price of 11 months. For all your advertising enquiries, please contact Barbara Cameron. Tel 813055 We are most grateful to our advertisers and printers. They support us – please support them and remember to mention CVL when responding to adverts. Cottesmore Village Link is printed by Think Digital. Telephone: 01572 770022 18 & 19 Midland Court, Station Approach Oakham LE15 6RA *Copyright: no item in the Cottesmore Village Link may be reproduced in whole or in part, without the express permission of the Publishers.
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DATES FEBRUARY
6th WI 7.30 “My Year as High Sheriff” 12th Village Hall Management Committee 19th Parish Council 7 pm 20th Village Hall Play 7.30 pm
DIARY JANUARY
2nd WI 7.30pm Handbell Ringers 3rd Schools open 11th Neighbourhood Watch meeting 15th Road Sweeper 7.30 am – please have cars off the road if possible 15th Parish Council 7 pm 16th Village Hall film night 7.30 pm 18th Beat Surgery between mid-day and 1pm at the Church café. 28th Rev Marcus’ farewell service 10.30 am followed by bring and share lunch at Village Hall
SINCERE THANKS TO OUR DISTRIBUTION TEAM AND OUR LOYAL ADVERTISERS
The Link wishes a particularly Happy New Year to the loyal team of distributors who go out in all weathers to deliver our magazine to homes throughout Cottesmore and district. Their efforts are greatly appreciated. Also, seasonal greetings and grateful thanks to all our advertisers for their continued support. Their support provides the vital funds that keep your magazine running independently.
COTTESMORE NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH OPEN
MEETING ON WEDNESDAY 10TH JANUARY 2018 AT
1900 HOURS It has been suggested that Cottesmore Neighbourhood
Watch be re-formed. To establish the degree of interest within
the village to such a proposal, an open meeting will be held in
the Sports & Social Club on Wednesday 10th January 2018
commencing at 1900 hours. All those interested in this proposal
are invited to attend.
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BUSY AT THE BARRACKS….. TRICIA’S A CANINE COMMUNICATOR We watch in awe as our two lovable, but somewhat vulnerable, rescue dogs are given an instant lesson in obedience. First the personable blonde lady in the blue baseball cap walks Snoop and Berry briskly on-lead to the top of the street. She pauses briefly at intervals and issues firm commands to call them to follow her on a loose lead. To our surprise they instantly obey, not just once but every time. Neither she nor the dogs have met before, but a mutual trust is obvious. “All they need to feel is your energy,” explains Tricia De-Ste-Croix, an Army corporal from Kendrew Barracks who operates under the corporate title of “DogsBody” and is well on the way to becoming a
top-class dog behaviourist. “I’m really a canine psychologist”, she adds, “though I also like the title ‘dog whisperer’ because it suggests a more intimate relationship. Of course, the owners are key. It’s just unfortunate that 75 per cent of a dog’s problems can be traced to them.” Firm but fair, Tricia’s ultimate goal is to work with Grade 3 ‘problem’ animals, not only because she sees them as a challenge but because she wants to understand what has made them the way they are. It says a lot that her favourite dog therapist is American TV star Cesar Millan, a trainer of infinite patience in analysing an animal’s innermost traumas. Born in Chatham, Kent, mother-of-one Tricia was born into a military family (the surname is of Channel Islands origin) and has enjoyed a 19-year Army career that has taken her to Afghanistan, Iraq, Bosnia and Germany. She has been based at Kendrew for four years, working in the local
resources section, but has big plans to go it alone when the time comes. Pleasant, and with a clear affection for canines great and small, she sees her new-found pursuit as a labour of love. She owns a Staffordshire bull terrier called Charlie and when she was younger trained her then pooch to be a therapy dog to work with her son. “I’m currently busy compiling case studies for the esteemed Glen Stanford Institute and it’s a fascinating and rewarding process because I’m meeting as many owners as I can.” Tricia can be found on her Dogsbody Facebook page.
BM Befriender: Tricia with Berry our Spanish rescue dog.
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Soldier’s daughter Debbie McMahon lives life at the double. Not only is she a consummate seamstress who makes military dress uniforms, she also pursues a parallel career in framing personal memorabilia to impressive effect. Based at Kendrew Barracks, she deals not just with Army personnel but with anyone who wants treasured mementos expertly mounted and enhanced. Born at Okehampton, Devon, Debbie’s father was a sergeant with the Royal Corps of Transport (later the Royal Logistics Corps) before retiring in 1987, and the family lived in Ireland, Germany and Cyprus before returning to England. As a youngster she learned sewing from her Nan, a skilled seamstress who made all the family clothes. Now 48, Debbie began working for a local dressmaker at 14 and later used her expertise as a specialist military tailor for the British Army in Germany. Kendrew is currently home to the Princess of Wales’ Royal Regiment, and Debbie is kept particularly busy ahead of regimental functions, making dress uniforms and Mess jackets while also creating ladies’ dresses. Now the business of framing memorabilia has also taken off. Partner Danny makes the frames. Debbie mounts them and expertly devises layouts with messages, citations and other embellishments which concisely sum up an individual’s career. Tribute items include not only medals, ribbons and the occasional bullet,
but also items closely associated with the subject such as hockey sticks, baseball bats and boxing gloves. She gets lots of work from Army families and regiments who want handsome reminders of past glories, but she has also prepared frames for police officers, the fire service and prison officers (past and present) as well as the general public. Many veterans are commemorated, but younger soldiers also receive framed tributes to their career (including medals,
stripes and belts) at presentations when they leave. The biggest thing Debbie framed was a 10ft x 6ft RAF flag, the last to be flown at the
Cottesmore base before the Army took over, for which she was paid £100. Individual medals are framed for a fiver. Either way clients are getting the max for their money.
BM
*Pictured: Debbie and a fine framed specimen of her work. Visit www.kendrewmedals.co.uk.
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COTTESMORE RAMBLERS On the morning set for last month’s Ramble the snow was coming down thick and fast. We may be hardy, but we are not foolhardy – so our planned visit to Yarwell will just have to wait for another day. Anyway, we shall count December as our winter break, and so need to meet again in January. And, weather permitting, we shall do so on Sunday 14th, for our usual
“start the year” walk in Exton Park. This particular circuit has the benefit that, being almost all on hard paths, it is capable of being tackled in all but the worst weather conditions! We’ll begin the walk at the usual time of 10.00 – meet outside the Fox and Hounds pub in the centre of Exton village. As ever, if you need any further information (or would like a lift on the day), you are welcome to ring John Meara on 812350.
John Meara
Cottesmore Gardening Club On Monday 12th December, the Garden Club held their Christmas party at the Cottesmore Sports & Social Club, bringing the 2017 calendar to a close. We had a very good turn-out of 24 enthusiasts. Members brought various foods to place on the buffet tables. Savouries included a home cooked ham; warm jacket potatoes with butter to melt over and various salads, nibbles etc. The dessert table displayed a number of temptations, to which we happily succumbed. Early morning, 8am to be precise, a few members set out the necessary furniture and decorated the one long table in true Christmas fashion; a warming, welcoming sight, as members arrived in from the freezing outdoors. The afternoon started with a brief AGM for committee to report to an almost full attendance of members. This year’s fun competition was to make a Christmas hat and there were some very impressive results on display; some purchased, but others displaying great creativity. Marjorie was asked to judge, and a first and second were rewarded for
their efforts. Marjorie was presented with the gift of a potted cyclamen; a token of our thanks for all her effort throughout the year, opening up the room for us, the bar and, serving tea and coffee at the close of each meeting. Roni, our Chairperson, had prepared several games/quizzes, which created much hilarity and again, prizes were awarded. As I remarked last month, the Garden Club now closes. We restart in March, when my posters will again be placed around the village, advertising our forthcoming monthly events/speakers. New members are warmly welcomed; annual membership £15. Conversely, pop along as a guest at the nominal fee of £2:50. You do not have to be a gardener to join; you are welcome to join for the social opportunity and who knows, you just might be tempted to start with a window box or a couple of pots at the front door.
Carol Popplewell
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GROUP DOG WALKS A walk took place on December 2nd from Market Overton Church. Although it was a bit wet underfoot and there were a few patches of mud the dogs and humans had a relaxing and enjoyable time. One of the dogs demonstrated how to turn herself from light golden to dark brown by rolling in a deep muddy puddle. This was very amusing to everyone except the poor owner who had the tasks of cleaning her
off later at home. The next walk is planned for January 13th from Market Overton Church at a slightly later time of 10.00am. No matter what the weather a walk will take place. All dogs are welcome and can walk off lead as there are no roads or sheep nearby. Come and join us! Jenny Laidler 811038
COTTESMORE INVESTMENT CLUB With no Investment Club meeting scheduled for December, we’ve no tales of exciting new investments to tell this time. But you can be sure that we shan’t stop keeping a very close eye on the performance of our share portfolio – especially with all that’s going on right now in the great Brexit saga. The Club still has room for new members. For a modest monthly outlay, plus an initial lump sum input, you can have the chance to profit (hopefully) from
successful investment – and enjoy regular social gatherings as we meet to discuss our investment strategy and tactics. We get together next at 7.30pm on Thursday 18 January, in Django’s bar at the Sun Inn – if you are interested in joining us you would be welcome to come along and see us in action then. Or else please feel free to have a word with our Chairman Dave Barton on 813244.
John Meara
COTTESMORE WINE CIRCLE On Tuesday evening 12th December the Cottesmore Wine Circle joined
in merriment at The Sun Inn for our annual Christmas party.
We all enjoyed a lovely festive evening in Django’s bar decorated with
festive lights and table decorations.
A special ‘Thank You’ from all the club members to Christian our
publican, chef Trevor and all the team at the The Sun Inn, providing us with a lovel
selection of festive treats, wine, crackers and great service.
On behalf of all the Wine Club members we wish all readers of the Village Link a very
happy festive season and may the New Year be a happy, healthy and prosperous year for
everyone.
This is an informal and social wine tasting circle (we do not make our own
wines). Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month and alternate months e.g.
February, April, June, August, October and December. We still have a limited number of
vacancies if you are interested. Membership costs are £10/year and £5/meeting which funds
the wine and nibbles.
Julie Machin Home:- 01572 813 776
Email:- [email protected]
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RAFA Diary DatesRoyal Air Force Centenary Year 2018 RAFA Rutland will be presenting an exhibition in Oakham Museum to celebrate the Centenary of the RAF on 1st April 2018. We are looking for memorabilia, artefacts or other items of interest to put on display in the Museum. If you, or any members of your family,
have been involved with the Royal Air Force and have such items and are willing to have them on display for three months in your local museum please contact Roger Hyde on 813547 or [email protected]
Derek Bury
(RAFA Rutland) Social Secretary
The last meeting of 2017 was held on Tuesday 5th December and was attended by
21 members. Janice Patient presided over the meeting and welcomed Rosemary Lorkings and Anne Gorman to the committee. Both have been co-opted, Rosemary as Secretary and Anne as Treasurer. Birthday wishes were given to Pam Laverick and thanks were conveyed to everyone who had helped with the organising and serving at the Remembrance Day buffet. Members were given details of the Annual Council Meeting, which is to be held on 10th March 2018, at Bruntingthorpe, with a coach being organised for those who would like to
attend. The Christmas Party was being held on Wednesday 13th December at The Sun Inn, Cottesmore. Entertainment for the evening was provided by Elizabeth Robinson, in the form of a quiz entitled ‘Pointless’, based on the format of the television programme, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed. The first meeting of 2018 will be held on Tuesday 2nd January, with Angela Herbert taking on the role of President. New members are always made very welcome, so if you would like to come and join us at 7.30pm in the Village Hall, we would be very happy to see you.
Ann Brooks
Village Hall Cinema It’s Village Hall cinema night again on Tuesday 16 January, and our film this time is “Sully”. In the film, which is based on a real-life event, Tom Hanks stars as an airline captain who lands his stricken plane on the Hudson River in New York, after striking a flock of geese. As ever, the film will begin at 7.30pm, and the entry price of £4 per person also buys you refreshments during the interval. And a bit of “early warning” for you – there won’t be a cinema night in February, but there will be the Village Hall play. The date is Tuesday 20 February, and we’ll have more details about the play in next month’s Village Link. We’ll hope to see you there – keep the evening free! The Village Hall Management Committee
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Cottesmore History & Archaeological Group (CHAGThere was no meeting in December but we shall continue to meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30. The meetings are held in Djangos Bar at the
Sun Inn. Please contact Chris Whitton on 812016 for further information.
Chris Whitton
Cottesmore Tai Chi Class end of term The Tai Chi group of Cottesmore concluded a successful year of QI Gong and Tai Chi with a celebratory Tai Chi fan dance. The group (sadly not all the group were in the picture due to ill health) have learned the core QI Gong movements for health and relaxation, as well as the Yang 24 Tai Chi routine. As you can see, we all have great fun and benefit from this ancient Chinese art of "moving meditation". We will be starting again on Thursday 25th January 2018 and absolute beginners of all ages and abilities are welcome. Classes start at 7.45 pm. Please contact Duncan Passmore on 07464 484949 or visit the website taichirutland.com
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Until January 7 ~ De Montfort Hall Leicester: Beauty and the Beast
Until January 14 ~ Curve theatre. Leicester: George’s Marvellous Medicine.
Friday January 19 ~ Uppingham School Symphony Orchestra: School Memorial Hall.
MARKET OVERTON ONLY - Whether you’re new to Market Overton or have lived in the village for years, the Good Neighbour Scheme needs you! All it requires is a small amount of your time to help others. And don’t worry about being disturbed at night, the scheme only operates during daytime. Contact 07523 748612.
If you’re a grandparent, parent or just someone who would like to help look after MO’s marvellous play area, contact Claire Munt of the Market Overton Play Area Association on 767176.
Sip mulled wine or hot chocolate while you listen to a selection of charming seasonal stories at MO Village Hall on Friday Jan 19. Join the winter storytellers (and tell your own 10-minute tale!) by contacting June Sanderson on 768308.
SPARKLERS
TODDLERS’ GROUP EVERY TUESDAY
DURING SCHOOL TERM
9.30AM – 11.30AM
ST NICHOLAS CHURCH
COTTESMORE
ALL WELCOME
For more info, and dates,
contact Rev Marcus
01572 813031
11.00AM
The Parish Councillors
wish all residents a very
Happy New Year
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CHURCH LADIES WITH TYPEWRITERS The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals. Scouts are saving aluminium cans, bottles and other items to be recycled.
Proceeds will be used to cripple children. The sermon this morning: 'Jesus Walks on the Water.'
The sermon tonight: 'Searching for Jesus.' Ladies, don't forget the rummage sale. It's a chance to get rid of those
things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands. Don't let worry kill you off – let the Church help Miss Charlene Mason sang 'I will not pass this way again,' giving obvious pleasure
to the congregation. For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have a nursery
downstairs. Next Thursday there will be try-outs for the choir. They need all the help they can
get. Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church.
So ends a friendship that began in their school days. At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be 'What Is Hell?’
Come early and listen to our choir practice. Eight new choir robes are currently needed due to the addition of several new
members and to the deterioration of some older ones. Please place your donation in the envelope along with the deceased person you
want remembered. The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment and gracious
hostility. Pot-luck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM - prayer and medication to follow. The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind.
They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon. This evening at 7 PM there will be a hymn singing in the park across from the
Church. Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin. The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the Congregation would lend him
their electric girdles for the pancake breakfast next Sunday. Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 PM. Please use the back
door. Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Presbyterian Church.
Please use large double door at the side entrance.
Carol Popplewell
SOLDIERING ON
Soldiers completed one of the ‘toughest challenges they have ever done’ at Rutland Water on December 6. Thirty-six troops from the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment, which moved to Kendrew Barracks from Cyprus in the summer, ran and walked almost 19 miles around the reservoir - carrying 15kg of kit. The soldiers decided to complete the ‘loaded march’ in teams to engage with the community and raise cash for SSAFA - the Armed Forces Charity, which supports serving troops and veterans of the Army.
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NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY (Sun Dec 31 from 6pm) Hosting this event in the middle of the
village is the Cottesmore Sports & Social Club. Adjoining the village hall (but run independently by Darren and Charlotte, helped by a committee of other volunteers) this place is a real village amenity, with a reasonably priced bar, comfy sofas and plenty of space to dance to the sounds of the well-known City Sounds Disco from Peterborough. In spite of the word “club”, this event has FREE entry for all and plenty of FREE off-road car parking. At other times of the year the venue can be booked for meetings, parties, weddings and
charity events etc and also has regular quizzes and bingo, plus Sky and BT Sports on large TVs.
Enjoy our New Year’s Party and then consider becoming a member!
A Happy New Year from Darren and Charlotte
For further information, see our advertisement on Page 24. We are also doing Xmas films for children with hot chocolate and popcorn on Xmas eve from 12 noon.
Cottesmore Village Hall
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Fineshade Wood needs you!
The Forestry Commission is currently recruiting volunteers to work in beautiful Fineshade Wood, located just off the A43, close to Stamford. This ancient woodland is a hidden gem, and needs friendly volunteers to help visitors make the most of what is on offer. Our Welcome Volunteers find that telling people about the trails and wildlife at the site is very rewarding, and this role suits those who enjoy meeting people and yet don't necessarily want to be physically active. If, however, you would like to get stuck into the practical conservation side of volunteering, we are always on the lookout for those who love wildlife and the outdoors and enjoy a bit of hard graft! So at Fineshade there is something for everyone! For either opportunity please contact us at [email protected] or ring 0300 067 5347.
DOVE COTTAGE DAY HOSPICE - RUTLAND
A Carol Concert led by the Chater Community Choir rounded off Dove Cottage’s first year of operation. Visitors enjoyed singing their favourite carols while relishing mulled wine and mince pies. What a successful first year it’s been! Almost £30,000 has been raised through the generosity of Rutlanders. Huge thanks to you all. Events are already being planned for 2018 including an Auction of Promises in March. We hope we can count on your support. If you can offer an auction lot, please call Dove on 01572 722630 or email [email protected] We wish you all a Happy and Peaceful New Year.
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You speak, we listen, we act
Are you living with a long-term condition or frailty? What helps you stay well?
The long term condition could be (but isn’t limited to): Parkinson’s Multiple Sclerosis Learning Disabilities Diabetes
Cancer Dementia Spinal Injury Stroke Mental ill-health Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
If so, we want to hear about your experiences:
What support works well? What help and support do you value?
What support is lacking or can be improved?
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Your information will be confidential and anonymous. You can email, post or ‘phone it through to us in the office
or a volunteer can visit you in your home. If you would like to take part please contact us before
1st February 2018
Healthwatch Rutland c/o Rutland Community Hub, Lands’ End Way, Oakham Tel: 01572 720381 email: [email protected]
LADIES! Why not have one night out a month where you can just be you – no one’s wife, no one’s mother, no ones’ daughter? The WI meets at the Village Hall at 7.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month except August and we are waiting to welcome new members. We have a super programme of speakers and entertainments booked for 2018, starting with Cottesmore Handbell Ringers on January 2nd. They will play for us but also invite us to join in and have a go; however, no one will take any notice if you want to stay firmly in your seat! Just come along, meet a friendly lady on the door and pay a visitor’s fee of £1 which includes tea/coffee and biscuits. If you would like to be picked up or met outside the Hall then please ring me in the first instance on 812424 and I will arrange this.
Janice Patient
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DOTTY ABOUT DOROTHY…… Hannah Thornley stars as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz at Market Overton Village Hall.. “I’ve watched the film many times,” said the talented 12-year-old. “Judy Garland is superb but I also love the special effects.” Hannah attends Catmose College, studies drama and dance and lives with mother Rachel and stepfather Toby in Oakham. Her sister Madelaine (14) plays The Beautician in the CVP production. “Being picked to play Dorothy was a real confidence booster,” says Hannah. “It’s meant a lot of hard work, and I’m on stage much of the time, but it’s a great role and I’m really looking forward to playing it.” She sees Dorothy as an innocent in a mystical world who, with her bizarre
companions, happily copes with every adversity. “I’m really looking forward to singing Somewhere Over The Rainbow, which is one of my favourite songs. “We own a cocker spaniel. I just hope that Toto, Dorothy’s dog, which is played by a real bichon fris (pictured with Hannah) behaves himself!”
Cottesmore Village Players were formed in 1979. The group now has more than 30 active members, varying in age from six (!) to over 60, involved in all aspects of showbiz, from production to front-of-house, lighting, scenery, musical accompaniment and treading the boards. We’re called the Cottesmore Village Players even though we’re based at Market Overton. The reason lies in the fact that audiences grew too big for the old premises in Cottesmore, so with an urgent need for a larger venue (and with the help of a Lottery grant) Market Overton Village Hall became our new venue, though the Cottesmore name has stuck.
The quality, professionalism and commitment of CVP personnel over the years has meant MO shows and pantomimes have become increasingly popular with all age groups. Not only do we attract local audiences; we also draw interest from further afield. Word has even spread as far as Somerset! The most encouraging aspect is people are returning year after year to see new productions as well as slightly less familiar shows neglected by mainstream theatre. “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” features a host of favourite characters from the famous book and film. Expect fun, surprises and laughter, but most of all be enthralled! - ALISON HORNBY, Show Director.
‘PLAYING AWAY’ TO BRING IN THE CROWDS
IT’S A WIZARD OF A SHOW!
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At Market Overton Village Hall Fri 26th January 2018 at 7.30pm
Sat 27th January 2018 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm Sun 28th January 2018 at 2.30pm
Sat 3rd February 2018 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm Sun 4th February 2018 at 2.30pm
Book Now on 01572 768040 Email: [email protected]
Tickets: Adults £6.00 Children £5.00
(Under 16)
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PANTOS: Nottingham Theatre Royal
“Beauty and the Beast” (Sherrie Hewson); Nottingham Playhouse “Cinderella”. Leicester Curve “CBeebies Show”. Peterborough Cresset “Snow White”; Peterborough Key Theatre “Sleeping Beauty;” Peterborough Broadway “Aladdin”. Leicester De Montfort “Beauty and the Beast” (Richard “Dick & Dom” McCourt and David “Heartbeat” Lonsdale). Stamford Arts Centre “Snow White”; Stamford Corn Exchange “Aladdin” (Dec 16-17) and “Beauty and the Beast” (Dec 27).
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Manning the oars Cottesmore Amateurs soccer squad were rowing the equivalent of the English Channel pre-Christmas to raise money for the Matt Hampson Foundation and to fund a new playing kit. Using rowing machines, they were tackling a seven-hour stint at the Burley Road Co-Op. Results next month.
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Wishing you a very happy new year!
We are offering 10% discount in our farm shop to all readers of the Cottesmore Village Link in January & February 2018.
Rare and Traditional Breed Beef, Pork, Mutton and Lamb, reared locally then hung and butchered on the premises. Our butchery counter is filled with local delicious
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As far as Cottesmore is concerned …… THE REV MARCUS PURNELL, THIS IS YOUR LIFE!
With the Rev Marcus leaving Cottesmore this month it seemed a good time to look back at the highlights of his active and highly successful five-year tenure at St
Nicholas church and around the diocese. *His Institution and Induction as Rector of Cottesmore (with Burley, Greetham, Exton, Clipsham, Thistleton and Stretton) was held at the village church in September 2012. The Bishop of Brixworth, the Rt Rev John Holbrook, officiated. Also present were the Rural Dean of Rutland Canon Lee Francis-Dehqani and the Archdeacon of Oakham the Ven Gordon Steele. *Marcus was soon outlining his vision: “We are a family of friendly churches in the north Rutland area. We want to help everyone in our communities to know
Jesus, worship Him and share His Love. We’re passionate about our Faith, but we’re also passionate about Rutland and the people who live in
it. We see ourselves as people on a shared journey.” *An affable seeker after truth, he has
always led his Flock from the front, seeking new and ever more inventive ways of making the teachings of the Bible and the word of God ever more relevant to today’s society. “I didn’t grow up a Christian and for the first 24 years of my life I thought I knew everything I needed to know about Christianity, i.e. nothing! I’m so thankful that my then
fiancée Jane dragged me along to see the Vicar about a church wedding. It gave me the opportunity to get the facts laid out in front of me.” *He and the Bishop of Brixworth (yes, it’s that man again!) famously went on a well-publicised “pub crawl” around the diocese
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in “a big red bus”. The date was September 28 2013. “I don’t know if the bishop will be buying all the drinks but I can promise you that he, like Jesus, is easy to talk to,” said Marcus many folk as possible, downed a modicum of ale and found the whole experience mutually fruitful. *The Friends of Cottesmore Church folded in July 2013 with the bulk of its moneys transferred to the St Nicholas building fund. “I want to extend my appreciation to you all,” Marcus told members. “I hope you will still class yourselves as friends of the church.” The group’s records, along with relevant papers, are currently stored
in the Church Meeting Room. *Other highlights of his tenure included helping to launch the highly successful Cafe
Church Tuesday sessions, joining in church Spring-cleans, and being an enthusiastic
supporter of children’s activities, including the Sparklers group, and a firm believer in the magic of Christingle. *Apart from playing lead guitar with “Jonah and the Whalers” (at Greetham), he was also an enthusiastic participant in the Beer & Bible group meetings, which on one occasion included free bacon butties at Cottesmore Sports & Social Club during the British Lions rugby tour. *Marcus will also be remembered for cheerfully taking part in a sponsored shave for charity, hiring a Shepherd’s Hut (sited temporarily in the churchyard) for Thursday discussions, participating in Easter Processions of the Cross through diocesan villages, leading Communion each week at Gainsborough Court and staging memorable summer barbecues (with the enthusiastic support of his wife Jane and their children) at the Rectory. He (and they) will be greatly missed. BM
See Rev Marcus farewell letter on page 51…
NEW YEAR, OLD JOKES MY DOCTOR told me I’m colour blind. It came completely out of the orange. MY DAD knew I was going to be a comedian. When I was born he said “Is this a joke?” I BOUGHT a seaside postcard. It was nothing to write home about. HONOLULU’S got everything - sand for the children, sun for the wife, sharks for the mother- in-law. I HAVEN’T spoken to my mother-in-law for 18 months. I don’t like to interrupt her. FIVE-THIRDS of people have trouble understanding fractions. I HAVE kleptomania. When it gets bad I take something for it. HOW many men does it take to change a toilet roll? Nobody knows; it’s never been done before. SHE WAS a big girl; she kick-started Jumbo jets at Heathrow. She tried the “speak-you- weight” machine. It said “To be continued.” My teeth are all my own, I’ve just finished paying for them.
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BANISHING THOSE NEW YEAR BLUES! New Year blues are natural. For most folk they’re temporary. But they can also carry on and on and on. Depression is a natural reaction after the Yuletide high jinks when we’ve also had to cope with reduced daylight and the worst of the weather. Many doctors believe a seasonal affective disorder is to blame. Counselling is available at your local surgery. So is prescribed medication to see you through. Exercise also helps banish the blues. Light box therapy is another way to brighten the darkest day. Talk to your GP. Make 2018 a Happy New Year.
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CHARABANC! Oh that feels better, nothing like a quick charabanc to start the day eh? Keep the faith mention it at least once a day! We all know that laughter is good for you and I have mentioned before that I have a book dedicated to numbers well; did you know that it takes 200,000 frowns to make a permanent wrinkle? Did you know that there are on average 178 sesame seeds on the average Big Mac bun and
PENNY ARCADE
Cottesmore Amateurs Football Club With the festive season well and truly
upon us, the moment has arrived to wish everyone a very happy and prosperous New Year from all at Cottesmore Amateurs Football Club. We are approaching the midway point of the season and both teams are sitting in reasonable positions in their respective leagues. The first team have answered the call for more consistency, their last 4 games resulting as follows: a 1-2 home loss to then league leaders, Coalville Town Reserves; a 2-2 away draw with Allexton New Parks; a 5-0 home success versus FC Khalsa, followed by a 3-0 away win at Hathern; these results lifting the lads to a mid-table position in the Leicestershire Senior League Premier Division. The 2nd XI four game stint has seen them play 2 league games: a 4-4 draw away at Desford; a 0-2 loss away at Ingles and 2 cup matches: a 1-3 loss away at Birstall United Reserves and a home defeat of 0-1 to Sileby Town Reserves. Whilst these results may seem a little disappointing on paper, the performances on the pitch were very encouraging, particularly given that many clubs are struggling to operate two Saturday teams whilst we at Cottesmore are continuing to do so without too many problems - this situation undoubtedly being due to the hard work and commitment of both players and management. It is noticeable that almost every game played by either team is against Leicestershire based teams, leading to every away game incorporating a minimum of a 50 miles round trip, the furthest one undertaken being an Under 18 match of some years ago, to Stapenhill,
for an evening kick off, resulting in a round trip of some 98 miles!!! This all goes to show how much local football has changed in the lifetime of Cottesmore Amateurs FC. The 1959/60 team, pictured in the November issue of the Link, were all Cottesmore village residents and played their football in the Rutland/Melton area, round trips to away games then measuring some 20 miles. Almost every Rutland village then had a football team, with the local Rutland League at one point running two divisions. Currently, Rutland as a county has only Oakham, Uppingham, Ketton and Cottesmore kicking the round ball - no doubt a sign of the times but meaning major changes as to how a local club operates. Back in the halcyon days of local football almost every team was comprised of locally based members, whereas today the net has to be cast much further afield. We, at Cottesmore, have a great bunch of dedicated lads who are almost all residing away from the village and they are very welcome to be a part of our Club. It would indeed be wonderful if we were able to recruit more local members. They would be most welcome. In the meantime we will continue to strive to provide the best facilities and standard of football that we can for whoever wishes to join us, both on and off the field. One large gripe!! We are still experiencing dog walkers, on both pitches, who are not clearing up after their pets, so please DO NOT WALK ANY DOGS INSIDE THE MAIN PITCH RAIL SURROUNDS!! Thank you. Have a great 2018.
Allan Westray
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by David Penny
JOBS FOR JANUARY
Get the Jeyes fluid out and clean greenhouses, cold frames etc it is still the gardener’s best friend. Inspect and discard any stored fruit showing signs of rot. Inspect newly planted trees and shrubs and re-firm them in the
A TWINNING BETWEEN COTTESMORE AND THE
ITALIAN VILLAGE OF PALOMBARO A former resident of Harrier Close who is now living in Palombaro in Italy, has emailed to say that his local Commune has asked if he would enquire if Cottesmore would be interested in twinning. Palombaro is a forward-thinking village and its Council is looking to form a friendship and cultural ties with Cottesmore to include exchange visits. Their website, with an English language version, can be accessed at http://www.comune.palombaro.gov.it In order to gauge the interest and enthusiasm of residents for such a venture, it was agreed at the August Parish Council meeting to include this in The Link and ask if there are any volunteers who would be committed to be part of a Twinning Committee, supported by, but separate from, the Parish Council. Further to the above article in the October Link, three residents showed an interest in being part of a Twinning Committee but felt it would not be feasible to proceed with just three of them. Are there any other residents who would be interested in volunteering to serve on a Committee so that it is possible to move from first base and explore a twinning with Palombaro? If so, please contact the Parish Clerk, Kerry Nimmons, on 01780 460523 or at [email protected]
Services in our Benefice for January 2018 Tuesday 2nd 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court
Sunday 7th 8.00 Holy Communion Greetham
9.30 Holy Communion Cottresmore
9.30 Morning Service Greetham
11.15 Holy Communion Stretton
Tuesday 9th 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court
Sunday 14th 9.30 Morning Service Cottesmore
9.30 Morning Worship with Breakfast 9.00
Greetham
11.15 BCP Holy Communion Clipsham
11.15 Morning Service Exton
Tuesday 16th 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court
Thursday 18th 12-2pm Church Café Cottesmore
Sunday 21st 9.30 Informal Holy Communion Cottesmore
9.30 Morning Praise Greetham
11.15 Morning Service Stretton
Sunday 28th 10.30 Benefice Celebration Service with Holy communion
Cottesmore
Tuesday 30th 10.00 Holy Communion Gainsborough Court
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HEARTS GO OUT TO FRIENDS IN THAI TRAGEDY It was meant to be the holiday of a lifetime - but for young George and his three friends a recent trip to Thailand was swiftly transformed into sickening heartbreak. Daily they had marvelled at Thailand’s exotic lifestyle while absorbing all its myriad sights and sounds. Everything was going well until one morning when the four of them set off on hired mopeds. A lorry suddenly turned from a side road without warning and struck one of the friends (Laurens Wells, pictured) knocking him from his moped and into the road. It was immediately clear that Laurens’ multiple head injuries were life-threatening. What was not clear was how his friends could negotiate a minefield of difficulties, being adrift in a foreign land and not speaking the language. Spasmodic messages received by the friends’ families in Rutland (including George’s grandmother in Cottesmore) could only hint at the lads’ increasingly desperate plight. The stricken Laurens was taken to hospital where one of his friends, who was already stunned by his friend’s plight, was horrified to be asked if he could sign a DNR. He declined to do so while there was still hope and the three remaining friends kept a bedside vigil. In the event Laurens had sadly fought his last battle. He died a few days later. Laurens’ mother immediately flew over to join the pals in Thailand but sadly arrived after Laurens had died. His shocked friends were left to seek assistance from the British embassy, their insurance company and any English speakers who
could help them. Traumatised, hopelessly alone and despairingly distant from their loved ones, their thoughts now had to adjust to bringing home Laurens’ body. Then an amazing thing happened. Marva Kilby of the Wheatsheaf pub in Langham launched a campaign to raise as much money as possible to cover the friends’ enforced costs. Marva set up a fundraising campaign with an online organisation called Just Giving. Money started to pour in and she was astonished at the response. Within 48 hours £10k had been raised and by mid-December donations had topped £13k. Families of the four friends remain immensely grateful to everyone who contributed. “Those wonderful folk showed yet again that the spirit of compassion is alive and well in Rutland,” said a family member from Cottesmore. “We were desperately worried about the outcome but it was heart-warming to see the reaction from all of those who knew the boys. We didn’t realise they had so many friends in the community. To raise so much money was quite extraordinary.” The remaining three friends eventually arrived back in Britain in early December, exhausted after a gruelling flight. Laurens’ funeral was taking place in December. Sadly his loyal pals still have to come to terms with his loss.
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“Silver Surfers” have gone online thanks to a grant from Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons. Older people who have never learned to use the internet are to be helped thanks to a £66,000 grant from the Freemasons to Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland. Age UK will recruit at least twenty “Digital Champions” who will support and guide 2,000 older people to use communication tools like email, Skype and FaceTime, which younger people take for granted. The Digital Champions project is aimed at helping these older people to access online information on everything from benefits to bus timetables. With many services becoming digital by default, older people who are not online face more hurdles in their daily lives to access both private and public sector services. There will also be an emphasis on online safety, and protection from viruses and fraud. The project is supporting older people across Leicestershire and Rutland with a focus on people in rural areas. It aims to combat loneliness and isolation by helping these budding “silver surfers” to keep in touch with family and friends online.
Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland’s Digital Champions will be holding up to four sessions a week across Leicestershire and Rutland. They will be for around 15 people each and be held in community settings such as libraries, village halls and residential homes. There will also be one-to one sessions available. The grant from Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons comes through the Masonic Charitable Foundation, which is funded by Freemasons, their families and friends. Tony Donovan, Executive Director at Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland said: “We are very grateful to Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons for their generous grant which will improve the quality of life for thousands of older people. More than four million older people nationally have never used the internet and we need to help them to benefit from all the advantages of a digital world that most of us take for granted.” David Hagger from Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons said: “We are very pleased to be able to support Age UK’s Digital Champions. As well as fighting loneliness and depression, getting older people online has great practical benefits. A household without internet access is on average £650 a year worse off.”
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PETITION CHALLENGE TO OAKHAM ONE-WAY SCHEME Plans and other information on the proposed one-way system through Oakham town centre can be viewed on Rutland County Council’s website www.rutland.gov.uk/oakhamtowncentre. A previous RCC public consultation exercise found 53pc of respondents favoured a one-way west-east traffic flow through the centre, while 44pc backed a two-way system with enhanced pedestrian features. Around 1,000 people took part. RCC leader Tony Mathias said improving Oakham’s centre would make the town more attractive to visitors. He claimed increases in traffic flow under a one-way system would be modest in terms of vehicles per minute. But Gerry Robinson of Burley has told the “Link” that the proposed system is a complete waste of money. “It would further damage the town’s viability as a traditional market town,” he insisted, “and it is not acceptable that such a decision should be pushed through. “It was based on a selective poll of less than 3pc of the electorate. Everyone who works, shops or socialises in Oakham should be given their say. Proper democracy should be exercised.” Gerry has launched an on-line petition challenging any moves towards a one-way system. He claimed to have received more than 2,100 signatures by the beginning of December. Contact https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/local-referendum-on-oakham-one-way-scheme to sign the petition. The council has stressed that approval for funding any construction connected with the scheme would not be sought until detailed designs are completed and target costs established.
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HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU, NICK It’s always good to see an outsider taking a fresh look at something we locals take for
granted. You may think you know everything about St Nicholas church. Newcomers to the village may not. Some villagers may even have forgotten. So in his new “Britain Express” on-line series historian David Holt strolls around the ancient building and reminds us of its pedigree. Here we share his observations. Did you know? The church was built of Clipsham stone, is mainly 13th-14thC and has a 99ft tower (pity about that missing foot). Norman masonry is contained in the buttress at the east end and north wall. Zig-zag ornamentation on the south doorway dates from the 12thC, the pulpit is
Jacobean and the earliest of the church’s six bells dates from 1598. The bowl on the 12thC font doesn’t match its base; the latter was found serving as a horse-stone at Cottesmore Hall and could originally have been part of a medieval churchyard cross. The RAF Chapel (dedicated 1949) was designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, descendant of the famous Victorian architect George Gilbert Scott. The Colours of the 1st Btn Scots Guards suspended over the aisle were presented by Maj-Gen Knox CB. A lifebuoy on one wall comes from HMS Cottesmore, an escort destroyer in the Second World War. Many of the gravestones in the churchyard commemorate former Cottesmore Hunt workers. One major tomb is that of Robert Baker (d 1861) who served as High Sheriff of Rutland and invented the Rutland Plough. BM
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MOURNERS’ TRIBUTES TO UNFORGETTABLE JULIE A Thanksgiving Service for the life of Julie Evelyn France was held at the Church of St Mary the Virgin, Greetham. Julie, who was 60, had lived in Oakham but had been closely associated with the Greetham community for some time. She was interred at Greetham cemetery. The service was led by the rector, the Rev Marcus Purnell, with Cathy Dyson and Diane Creasey leading prayers. Don MacGarrigal gave the eulogy. Julie was a former Rutland Times journalist and a member of the RATS drama group. She also sang with the seven-piece folk band McGoo , and band members gathered at the church to pay a musical tribute. Songs included “Will You Come and Follow Me?”, “Here on the Threshold” and “Lord of the Dance.” The reading was taken from St Matthew’s gospel, Chapter 4 Verses 15-17. “Julie was a woman you didn’t forget after first sight,” Don told the congregation. “The first time I met her (at the Plough in Greetham) she had a puppet on her arm and we were soon performing an impromptu dialogue! “She loved to be part of McGoo. She had a great voice and was an enthusiastic tambourine player. We loved her company and she loved being part of Greetham life and making a contribution.” The congregation heard that Julie had remained resilient to the end.
“I knew that she had recently found Jesus because there was a new radiance about her and it was wonderful to see,” said Don. “She had painted theatre sets in the past and now she created wonderful religious paintings.” During the service Richard Brett gave a PowerPoint display of some of Julie’s splendid artwork, interrupted only briefly by a power cut. Funeral arrangements were by E M Dorman of Uppingham. Donations were requested, if desired, to Christians Against Poverty. *Brian Martin of Cottesmore, a former colleague of Julie on the Rutland Times, told the “Link” she had been an exceptional journalist who could fashion a story at speed like none other. “She was a witty and enthusiastic wordsmith who always wrote with an entertaining flair, often against tight deadlines.” Her weekly sketch column Off The Spike was written under a pseudonym and frequently centred on Rutland County Council. “Councillors were both amused and mystified because they could never quite work out who had written it!”
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Christmas Cottesmore Military Wives Choir joined with MWC choirs from Cranwell and Wyton & Brampton in a concert for the festive season at Peterborough Cathedral. The programme blended seasonal favourites with songs from the new MWC album “Home For Christmas”. It’s been a busy year for the Kendrew-based choir which had previously performed to considerable acclaim at Oakham’s Victoria Hall and Ingoldsby. They next appear at Stamford Methodist church on April 28 2018.
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FROM YOUR LOCAL BEAT The following crime has been reported to the police on the Rutland North beat for November: - Burglary Dwelling - Ryhall Theft of Motor Vehicle - Ryhall and an attempt at Stretton (Both plant machinery on site) Theft from Motor Vehicle - Cottesmore (number plates), 2 x A1, Egleton, Barnsdale, 2 x Langham, 2 x Catalytic Converters stolen (1 in Langham, 1 in Market Overton) Assault - Ryhall, Langham (road rage), Greetham Criminal Damage - Great Casterton (crops), Hambleton We have noticed a spike in theft from vehicles specifically as the nights draw in when parked in isolated locations. We ask that if you leave you vehicle please hide valuables. There have also been 2 catalytic converters this month stolen which have targeted traditionally 4x4 vehicles and people carriers as they are higher off the ground and so easier access. Please keep these types of vehicles if possible locked up and out of sight. The current priority remains as Rural Crime and we have targeted isolated locations in Rutland but have noted 2 recent theft of plant machinery and so will be identifying building sites to try and offer crime prevention advice to ensure vehicles are not an easy target. If you have any issues or concerns please feel free to contact me, many thanks
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Around and About TV COVERAGE of the Ashes Tests has been matched only by England’s abysmal batting. Even the main news bulletins have largely ignored it, while highlights of play have been few and far between. We recently enjoyed hours of early-morning entertainment from the Rugby League World Cup. It’s a crying shame we can’t see the cricket, bad though it is.
BANKS tell us they are closing branches all over Britain because more people are requesting online banking. I doubt it. This is a chicken-and-egg scenario and I for one refuse to commit my hard-earned cash to a system which is prone to hackers and light-fingered money grabbers. The real reason for the bankers’ weasel words is that property pays whereas catering for loyal customers is a burden on resources. Coercion often leads to revolution, and a revolt against high-handed banking practices is long overdue.
EMPHASIS has rightly been placed on the loneliness of old people at Christmas and the New Year but there are various categories of loneliness. One particularly pernicious form is that which afflicts estranged fathers and those grandparents who are vindictively denied access to their grandchildren at the very time of year when they should be seeing them. A whole generation is in despair. Meanwhile the law merely pays lip service.
JENNY tells me that since using a Fitbit tracker last Christmas she’s walked the equivalent of the length of Japan - 1,900 miles. Which reminds me of the old joke about advising the mother-in-law to walk five miles a day to keep fit. Last time I heard she was nearing
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EXTRACTS FROM THE DRAFT MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF COTTESMORE PARISH COUNCIL HELD ON 20 NOVEMBER 2017
The Condition of Bus Shelters in the Village RCC has confirmed that the planned work has been completed and asked if there is satisfaction with the work and the current condition of the shelters. Councillors advised that they are generally satisfied with the condition of the shelters. Twinning Between Cottesmore and the Italian Village of Palombaro The Clerk reported that the three residents who had shown an interest in being part of a Twinning Committee had decided that it would not be feasible to proceed with just three of them. The Parking of Vehicles on the Grass Verge on Rogues Lane, Opposite Toll Bar, and the Installation of Bollards to Prevent It As residents parking on the north side of Rogues Lane, opposite Toll Bar, do have allocated parking and the grass is being damaged due to the parking, for consistency with previous action taken by the Parish Council, it was agreed that bollards be installed and that the Council will fund this. The Request From the Village Hall Management Committee to Release the Balance of the Grant, £2,000.00 to fund a Replacement Fire Door For the Upstairs Meeting Room A written submission from the Village Hall Management Committee to support the request had been received and circulated to Councillors prior to the meeting. It was agreed to release the balance of the agreed grant, £2,000.00, to fund a replacement fire door for the upstairs meeting room at the Village Hall and upgrade the fire escape. Trees on the Approach to the Community Centre It was agreed that a quotation for £380.00 to lift and cut back off the roof of the Sun Inn, the three trees on the east side of the community centre drive and also cut back the Elder bushes and foliage to the fence, be accepted. Notification that the Council Has a Vacancy Due to Mr Paul Gaurkroger ceasing to be a Councillor Due to Non Attendance at Meetings of the Council Throughout Six Consecutive Months Under the Local Government Act 1972, s 85(1) and (2), if a Councillor fails throughout six consecutive months to attend any meetings of the Council, he ceases automatically to be a member of the Council, unless he has a ‘statutory excuse’ or his failure is due to a reason approved by the Council before the end of the period. As Mr Gaukroger last attended a meeting on 18 April 2017, and he failed to provide approved reasons for non attendance at meetings, it was agreed that the position be declared vacant due to non attendance. Traffic on The Leas Mr Meara reported a request to make The Leas ‘one-way’ or ‘access only’. It was agreed that this is not necessary but the situation would be monitored. Full Planning Permission Proposed new front porch and two storey side extension. Demolition of existing garage. New front driveway and dropped kerb. 26 Westland Road, Cottesmore. Erection of replacement greenhouse. The Thatch, 5 Main Street, Cottesmore. 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 – Remove 1st low primary branch extending west. T2 – 1 No. Holly – fell. T3 – 1 No. Lawson Cypress – Fell. G1 – Lawson Cypress – Reduce by approximately 1.5m in height. The Thatch, 5 Main Street, Cottesmore. Crown reduction of 1 Maple tree – approx. 1.5 metres. 15 The Pastures, Cottesmore. Rutland County Council District Council decided not to exercise its powers to make a provisional Tree Preservation Order in these instances. Next Meeting The next Parish Council meeting will be held on Monday 15 January 2018.
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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 Sat: 3.15pm - 3.45pm Wednesday: 9.15am – 9.45am http://www.stjosephs-oakham.org/
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 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. Stops at:
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 Nelsons Butchers Tuesdays 15.00 to 16.00 01780 763345 [email protected] www.nelsonsbutchers.co.uk
Grimsby Fish (Dean’s) Tuesdays, 10.30 Austhorp Grove Mobile 07766 527963 01472 236 769
Mobile Fish & Chips Thursday evenings 7pm. Mill Lane corner and en route to The Leas.
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Church Exton Sunday: 9am
Dear Cottesmore.
Over the past five years we have been so blessed to live and minister here.
You have enriched us with your friendship and we leave thanking God that
our children have been able to see out a good portion of their childhood in
this safe and supportive village. We will miss you all and do keep in touch!
God bless Rev Marcus [email protected]
After we’ve gone the church will still carry on as normal while the
process of lining up a new Rector takes place in the background. If you
need anything you can make contact with Jayne Isaac who is the
administrator for the Benefice and she will put you in touch with the
right person or action your query herself. You can contact Jayne on
01572 812202 or send an email to
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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 Marion Hall 07500 539249
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 Richard Foster 07951 525759 Andrew Stewart 01572 767662 Cubs - Mondays 18.45 to 20.00 (Ages 8-10½) 01775 714211 Contact: Gary Clulow 07958 769899
Marion Hall 07500 539249 Defibrillator – information and training 01572 812898
Juliet Burgess-Ray [email protected] Football – Cottesmore Amateurs - Allan Westray 01572 724275 Gardening Club – second Mondays Roni Proctor [email protected] 01572 812785 Handbell Ringers – Mondays 19.00 Barbara Hartley 01572 812364 Investment Club – third Thursdays 19.30 01572 812350
John Meara [email protected] Martial Arts class on Wednesdays 6-7 pm Brent Penniston 01664 562286 Parish Council – Parish Clerk, Kerry Nimmons 01780 460523 [email protected] Pre-School – five mornings, two afternoons 01572 868008
Karen Corbett [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 Millfield Academy 01572 812278 Headteacher, Rachel Thomas [email protected] www.cottesmoremillfieldacademy.co.uk
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St Nicholas' Church of England Primary 01572 812337 [email protected] Head teacher, Sarah Lyons Executive Head teacher, Rob Gooding Scouts – Wednesdays 19.00-21.00 (Ages 10½ - 14) 01775 714211
Contact: Gary Clulow 07958 769899 Marion Hall 07500 539249
Sports and Social Club - Darren Feeley 01572 812062 Tai Chi - Duncan Passmore Thursday at 7.45pm in the Village Hall. 01572 345194 Village Hall – bookings, Anna [email protected] 01572 812371 Wine Circle–second Tuesdays, Julie Machin [email protected] 01572 813776 Women's Institute – first Tuesday 19.30 01572 813454 Secretary: Rosemary Lorkings, 01572 723723
Rev Marcus Purnell [email protected] 813031 Baptism enquiries: Revd Marcus Wedding enquiries: Jayne Isaac [email protected] 812202
Jenny Laidler, Editor [email protected] 811038 Juliet Burgess-Ray Committee [email protected] 812898 Jean Heath; Distribution [email protected] 812709 Hilary Malone; Committee 812360 Janice Patient; Treasurer [email protected] 812424 Shirley Smith, Committee 811069 Barbara Cameron Advertising Manager 813055
POLICE Meet Your Neighbourhood Team
PC 1742 Laurie
Appleton
PCSO 6127 Steve
Houghton
If you see anybody acting suspiciously, you can call Police on 101. For emergencies call 999
Monday to Saturday – No Service Sunday or Bank Holiday Cottesmore (Opposite Sun Inn) - Oakham
07.26 09.26 11.26 13.26 15.26 16.26 17.31 18.31 Cottesmore (Kendrew Barracks, Main Gate) - Oakham
07.31 09.31 11.31 13.31 15.31 16.31 17.36 Oakham (Market Square) - 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 Centrebus (0116 2460030)
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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, Bretton Gate, 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 FOR 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
Marjorie Tacey 01572 812455 Anne Adamson 01572 812816
Joan Bevan 01572 812624 Di Toy 01572 812355
Linda King 01572 812735 Brian & Lottie McAvoy 01572 812404
For Hospital visits ask at your Doctors surgery or Hospital. Voluntary Action Rutland 01572 724705 may also be able to help.
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