The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: 24th May 2024 The effect of the order will be that during the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Stapleford Road to allow Openreach safe access for a pole replacement. See RCC's Road [...]
During the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Whissendine Road to allow Network Rail to remove and renew Level Crossing. It is anticipated the works will take between 8 and 12 hours on multiple dates. The closure shall come into force when [...]
The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 22nd January 2024 to 24th January 2024. During the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Station Road to allow Severn Trent Water to complete a Boundary box Install 25mm and Meter. See [...]
Please see attached photo of A606 in Langham and emergency closure notice for Whissendine Main Street, effective immediately Closure notice Â
The following email from Simon in the West Midlands arrived in the Whissendine inbox: I have been going through some of my late father’s possessions and found a picture of Whissendine that I thought may be of interest. I have attached an image of the picture – please note; I have no interest in selling [...]
The effect of the order will be that during the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Pickwell Lane to allow Severn Trent Water to complete a new clean water connection. The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 6th November [...]
The effect of the order will be that during the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as The Nook to allow Severn Trent Water to complete SewerRepairs and Maintenance. The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 12th September to 15th [...]
The effect of the order will be that during the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Stapleford Road to allow BT Openreach Engineer Access. The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 6th September 2023 from 09:30 to 15:30. The [...]
Jonathan Farmer has published his book about Horace Snary who was born in Whissendine and became "the finest of all Rutland cricketers". For details about the book and where to get hold of a copy, download this pdf file (Photo from the book, of Whissendine CC, mid-1930s)
The timetable for the Vectare Bus Service R4/R4A to and from Peterborough is being revised due to no passenger usage and from Monday 17 July 2023 will start and terminate in Uppingham (North Street East), and the following areas will no longer be served: Melton Mowbray Burton Lazars Whissendine Langham Barleythorpe Oakham Manton Preston Uppingham, [...]
The effect of thc order will be that all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the The Nook to allow Severn Trent Water to complete a Hydrant Renew. It is anticipated the works will take 3 days. The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 19th July 2023 to 21st July 2023 [...]
The effect of the order will be that all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding across the Level Crossing on Whissendine Road to allow Network Rail to complete drainage works. The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 16th July 2023 at 21:30 to 17th July 2023 at 05:30 See RCC's Road Closure [...]
From 19:25 until 20:35 on 7th July 2023 vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the lengths of road specfied below. Rolling road closure :Â The length of road known as Main Street, Whissendine for the distance of 9189 metres. It is anticipated the event will start on 7th July 2023 and the will last [...]
During the dates and times specified below all vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Ashwell Road from Main Street to Whissendine Road to enable Tarmac to undertake drainage works. The duration of the Closure shall be as follows: from 26th June 2023 to 30th June 2023 See RCC's [...]
Whissendine Village Shop & Post Offfice is joint runner up in this year's Rutland and Melton’s Favourite Independent Village Shop category. The email from our MP's ofice says: As you were voted by members of our community, I thought it only right to share some of their lovely comments too: “Friendly and helpful, nothing is [...]
In order to vote, in future people on the electoral roll will need to show ID at the polling station. For those with a passport or photo driving license that should be no problem.... for those without photo ID there will be some preparation needed before voting day. To make things easier all the information [...]
Service update - Green Bin collections - Fri 3rd Feb Biffa have notified us that the Green bin collection round today has been delayed due to vehicle breakdowns earlier in the week. Therefore the locations in Langham that are due their green bin collection today and Whissendine will be emptied tomorrow Sat 4th Feb. Residents [...]
On Tuesday Santa travelled around the village with the Melton Mowbray Round Table! Thanks to James Greenberry for the photo
Simply Divine have a number of wonderful retreats and international guests coming up at the Sports Club. Here's a list and for more information, please go to their website at Simply Divine Wellbeing CIC (not for profit) or their FaceBook page And something to celebrate: Simply Divine have also just had backing from the lottery [...]
Taster class for Hatha and Yin yoga Yoga classes will start in the Village Hall from June, run by George Bicknell. There's a free taster class available - see poster and more more detailed information in the files here: yoga class poster yoga class info
Along with our usual tea/ coffee and chat drop-in sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays we have some activity sessions and events coming up. Tuesday November 16th @12:30 Gardening Join us at Oakham Fire Station where we have started a new gardening project. You can get involved with planting, weeding, pruning, painting or just enjoy [...]
A villager reports that Lavender Mill Care Services offers day care services for adults living with dementia. They say: "We have discovered Lavender Mill Care Services that operates out of Ashwell Village Hall to be absolutely first class. There are Whissendine ladies who attend on a regular basis and enjoy it greatly. It is a [...]
The Whissendine Environment Group will be meeting on 20th August at 3pm in the garden of The White Lion. New members are very welcome! Anyone wishing to know more prior to the meeting can contact us via email or telephone the chairman - Paul Harris on 07809 560662.
Peppers are a local mental health group based on Oakham High Street, providing support across Rutland and Melton Mowbray. Have you been struggling with your mental health? Have you been feeling isolated, lonely or in need of a listening ear? Pepper's- A Safe Place aims to provide anyone struggling with their mental health a space [...]
As part of its Festival of Archaeology (17 July - 1 August), the Council for British Archeology has published a self-guided walking tour of Whissendine. To download the guide, see the CBA webpage and scroll down to find the link to the pdf file Self Guided village walk in Whissendine Rutland
The nocturnal survey on 28th May went well. The surveyors confirmed where the Natterer’s bats were roosting in the western end of the nave ceiling and where they exit and return to the church via the kitchen area (primary) and the lady chapel (secondary). 61 Natterer’s bats emerged from the church in _ total, which [...]
The Rutland Transport Newsletter for March 2021 can be downloaded here
Message from Karen Newman, Rural Transport Officer of Rutland County Council  All bus services will run to the timetables currently in operation over the Easter period, except as below: ·      CallConnect, Centrebus, Blands – No Service on Good Friday ·      Delaine – Good Friday runs as a Saturday Service
Churches are important roosting sites for bats and St Andrew’s is home to a long-established maternity colony of Natterer's bats. The church is now working with the Bats in Churches project to find out how the bats are using the church and to find sustainable solutions to reduce the mess, smell and nuisance without harming [...]
Message from Karen Newman, Rural Transport Officer of Rutland County Council After the government announcement on 22nd February and the roadmap to ease out of lockdown we have been working with our bus operators on re-building our local bus services. Several changes will come into effect from 8th March 2021 including the reinstatement of the [...]
Alison, Chair of the Whissendine Good Neighbour Scheme, has sent out this message to WGNS volunteers and to villagers in general. The inevitable 3rd lockdown has been imposed and I wanted to remind you that help with shopping or prescription collections is available in the village, should you need it. Â Some of our drivers are [...]
Usual collection day New collection day Friday 25th December Thursday 24th December Friday 1st January Saturday 2nd January
James Greenbery sent in these fantastic photos saying "I just thought I would share a couple of sunset images I took recently on an evening stroll from the village. As you can clearly see the windmill and the village church stand out amongst the fantastic colours seen at sunset."
Jo Ryder writes: We are inviting Rutland residents to attend an important online event to discuss local experiences of using health and care services. We are bringing together a panel of health and care professionals to hear from you and answer questions about the provision of care closer to home. During the event we will [...]
Next year is Census year! Click here for a bit more information
Richard Drabble of Whissendine writes: With the 2000+ pages of the Local Plan/Evidence Base and then the online response format to be negotiated, many are finding it difficult to respond and therefore to 'be heard'. To help with this process, a 'ready-made' response is now available (via email to drabbledesign@gmail.com) which folks can easily support, [...]
PARKING CONSULTATION: to control (including applying yellow lines in some areas) or not Your views are needed: whether to press RCC to introduce parking controls in the village will depend on what the majority (who express a view) want. There have been concerns about parking for some time so in 2019 RCC’s Parking Manager was [...]
The Local Plan Newsletter provides an update on the Local Plan Review Consultation and suggests ways to find out more information. Click here to download a copy: September Local Plan Newsletter
This card from Openreach has dropped through some mailboxes in the village in the past week. The government website for the scheme can be found at Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme. Entering a postcode will display a full list of suppliers operating in the area. The Openreach card offers information at Connect My Community. Please ensure [...]
Jo & Chris Read of Greendale Farm C&C Park write: All being well, Greendale Farm Caravan and Camping will be re-opening on Saturday the 4th July. This will be a busy day for arrivals. For those who don’t know us we are situated on Pickwell Lane, Whissendine - about half way down. The Campsite accepts [...]
A message from Sue Lammin of Whissendine PC: coming out of lockdown in Rutland and Whissendine. Opticians: they received guidance on 17 June and can now offer a service. Advice is to call your optician before attending and they'll advise how things are working now. Dentists: all 9 Rutland-based dentists are now offering at least [...]
Non-essential retailers like clothing shops, charity shops and retail art galleries are able to re-open from Monday 15 June 2020, in England, provided social distancing measures can be adopted. A range of temporary measures are being Implemented in Oakham and Uppingham to protect the safety of staff and shoppers as people are welcomed back to [...]
People in Whissendine are invited to sign up to a new online network to share their experiences of NHS services and help shape the future of local NHS services. The NHS Citizens’ Panel has been set up by local NHS organisations to gather public views and opinions on a wide variety of health topics, which [...]
Following information from Rutland Water (Anglian Water) yesterday 14th May we have been informed it and its car parks will be closed for the foreseeable future. Please consider forwarding this message to inform anybody you know who may be considering travelling to Rutland Water not to as they will be disappointed. Many thanks indeed. Paul [...]
James Greenberry has sent in this photo of the stunning sunset on 2nd May. He says this was taken just off Harborough Close.
Here is a message from Sue Lammin, Clerk to Whissendine Parish Council Virtual VE Day 75th anniversary events: There will be a number of ways to participate if people wish to: Social media: there are dedicated accounts for Rutland on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Rutland County Museum and Oakham Castle both have exhibitions on their [...]
The following message has been issued by Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland Dr Sarah Furness  Thank you to everybody supporting our Rutland Community through this difficult time. I am so impressed (but not unduly surprised) with the altruism and community spirit that has been shown as a response to Coronavirus in Rutland. It has [...]
Photo of Whissendine windmill on the evening of 8th April. The fire is at the Asfordby storage site in Melton Mowbray . For local media reports see The Leicester Mercury and The Melton Times Photo credit: James Greenberry(Whissendine resident)
NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is making temporary changes to some local healthcare services with immediate effect. These include temporary closure of the Urgent Care Centres at Oakham and Melton. For more information, see this Stamford Mercury article
Rutland Health - Primary Care Network Prescription medication can be collected for you from Empingham Medical Practice, Uppingham Surgery, Market Overton Surgery or Somerby Surgery. Whissendine Good Neighbour Scheme is co-ordinating the scheme for Whissendine If you need medicines to be collected please call Whissendine Good Neighbour Scheme on 0750 059 9635 Further information can [...]
Message from Councillor Rosemary Powell  Civic Amenity sites: Cottesmore remains closed but Rutland County Council are getting ready to open North Luffenham Household Waste and Recycling Centre on Tuesday 19th May for essential waste only. i.e. waste that can't be stored safely at home. Please do not make the journey to North Luffenham unless [...]
On 20 March, Wookies posted this on Facebook: We have closed the doors today. Very very sad to do so . We love running our little cafe and will miss all our lovely customers. But we will stay positive and look forward to seeing you after this all passes by . Take care all of [...]
Alison, Chair of the Whissendine Good Neighbour Scheme, has sent out this message to WGNS volunteers and to villagers in general. You are probably reaching peak saturation point with information regarding how to operate and behave during this outbreak but I thought it appropriate to share thoughts and ideas with you. This should be a [...]
A villager sent in the following information about a BT email scam I have received a BT scam email this afternoon. The whole thing looked very convincing. It said if I did not log in and update my info my service would be stopped. I looked at it and the login page was exactly like [...]
Whissendine's Annual Parish Meeting will take place at the Primary School on Wednesday 11 March at 7.15pm. AGENDA Welcome & apologies for absence taken Minutes of 2019 Village meeting (on the village notice board or download here). Rutland Police: PC Laurie Appleton will give an update on issues Parish Council Chairman: Will Farr will give [...]
Fun new play equipment has been installed in the small children’s play area at the banks. This was commissioned by the Parish council on behalf of the village, and was installed during half term. The swings are to be repainted and the hedging trimmed back, but sadly the weather has not been suitable recently, so [...]
Storm Ciara left damage in Whissendine as it swept through over the weekend. James Greenberry has sent in this photo of a fallen tree in the field behind Harborough Close and Station Road was blocked by another on Sunday.
Introduction to Clay and Making Techniques Katherine Staples Ceramics This is a 6 week course, 2 ½ hours per week on a Tuesday morning 9.30am – 12pm in Whissendine, Rutland 25th Feb, 3rd , 10th , 17th , 24th and 31st March Course will involve: Introduction to clay and hand building Introduction to press moulding [...]
Rutland and Melton Candidates Alicia Kearns - Conservative and Unionist Party Marietta King - UK Independence Party (UKIP) Alastair McQuillan - Green Party Andy Thomas - Labour Party Anthony Watchorn - Independent Carol Weaver - Liberal Democrats Polling station: VILLAGE HALL 7am - 10pm The Rutland & Stamford Mercury have written of the sad death [...]
James Greenberry has sent in this photo of the flooding at the junction of Main Street and Cow Lane. It's a timely reminder to be aware that this level of flooding is deep enough to swamp cars. See previous News item Whissendine Brook Overflows
Whissendine pre-school is holding its Nativity at 10.30am on Saturday 7th December 2019 in the Village Hall. Free entry to all
We all know about it! On Saturday night a rave was called on Stapleford Road. The following is some of the media coverage on the event. @WhissendineUK: (Twitter) It's a lovely morning but no doubt we are going to have more than a few tired and frustrated villagers around today! We seem to have been [...]
CELEBRATE SAFELY THIS HALLOWEEN People across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are being reminded to 'Celebrate Safely' this Halloween and only call 999 in an emergency. Last year 816 incidents were reported to officers in the 24 hour period of October 31, including calls about anti-social behaviour related to trick or treating. Some 413 of these [...]
The Parish Council has issued a report on traffic congestion in the village. Click here to download it.
Whissendine brook overflowed at the bridge on Main Street on October 26th. Unfortunately a car misjudged the depth of the water and became stranded. Passers by and a bus driver helped the occupants out and the bus driver offered his bus as a warm, dry waiting space until more assistance arrived.
All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Station Road from Main Street to Pears Lodge Farm The closure is to enable BT to undertake box installation and duct laying work. The duration of the closure shall be from 21st October 2019 to 24th October 2019 The alternative route during the closure [...]
All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Whissendine Road from Ashwell Road to Whissendine Road The closure is to enable Network Rail to undertake jetting works at the crossing. The duration of the Closure shall be from 21:00 on 12th October 2019 to 09:00 on 13th October 2019 The alternative route during the closure will [...]
There has been a discharge into the Whissendine brook just downstream of the Cow Lane bridge. Severn Trent were informed and report "Our team have attended to this and found no ammonia in the water so have concluded there is no pollution. Evidence of blue paint residue was found in the brook." The brook was [...]
Rutland County Council have sent a road closure notice for Station Road. Vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of road known as Station Road from Station Road to Ashwell Road. The closure is to allow BT to undertake works to clear blockages and build new concrete chambers. It is anticipated the works will take 29 days. . [...]
This sign appeared recently on Station Road. The roadworks.org website gives the following information: Roadworks, delays likely 31 Jul - 28 Aug Responsibility for these works: BT Location: 20m south of entrance to Pears Lodge farm to 100m south from opposite 19, Station RoadDescription: Build 7 concrete chamber 725mm x 255mm x 665mm deep in [...]
The Flying Scotsman passed Whissendine Station at the end of June. This photo of her coming through the level crossing was kindly provided by James Greenberry. Â
At Grange Farm Ashwell - Sunday 21 July 12 – 5 pm Classic Cars · Garden & Plant Sale · Market Stalls · White Elephant Stall · Cream Teas · BBQ · Pimms · Children’s Area including a Brick Pit · Punch & Judy · Demonstrations · Homemade Produce · Live Music, Entertainment & much [...]
RCC have given notice to the Parish Council that they will be initiating a temporary No Parking zone along Main Street. This is to enable inspection of the blocked road Gulleys between Bishops Corner and the Village Green. Residents concerned will be receiving notification. Date: Wednesday 19th June between 10am and 12pm. The PC have [...]
Do you want to help your community? Come along to the Castle on 5th June from 10am to 1pm to meet organisations who meed volunteers. Pop in for a cop of tea a piece of cake and an informal chat. For more information see :Â Rutland Volunteer Fair flyer final
The village hall will be open for polling in the European Parliamentary Elections on 23 May between 7am and 10pm. The parties standing in the East Midlands Region are: Change UK - The Independent Group Conservative and Unionist Party Green Party Independent Network Labour Party Liberal Democrats The Brexit Party UK Independence Party (UKIP) & [...]
Whissendine Garden Group will be running a day trip to the wonderful Cambridge Botanic Gardens on Monday 20th May. The club have arranged a minibus which will be leaving from the Sports Club at 10am and returning by 5pm. Anyone interested in going, or wanting further details should please contact Ann Madison - contact details can be found [...]
In Whissendine the election was uncontested and the following people were elected to the Parish Council: Linda Joy Arnold Robert (Rob) Comber William Albert Farr Harry David Hatton Patricia Ivy (Pat) Lake Cynthia May Moss See the RCC website for further information
Chris BROOKES (Lab) – 35 Giles CLIFTON (Con) – 166 Rosemary POWELL (Ind) – 182 ELECTED Kevin THOMAS (Lib Dem) – 110 See the RCC website for further information
Rutland Patient's Voice are the Patient Participation Group of Oakham Medical Practice. A forum for patients to voice their opinion - good or bad With your views, the committee works to build better care At public meetings members hear the latest news from OMP and the NHS If you are a patient at Oakham Medical [...]
Whissendine has both local and county elections on Thursday 2nd May. The Village Hall will be open as a polling stations from 7am to 10pm. The following people have been nominated for Whissendine Parish Councillor. For full details, see RCC Parish & Town Council Elections Linda Arnold Rob Comber William Albert Farr Harry David Hatton [...]
Wookies Café has now opened in Whissendine! Located next to the village shop on Main Street, Wookies is open from 8am to 5pm Monday to Saturday serving hot and cold food to eat-in or takeaway. Fabulous coffee from Two Chimps Breakfast Menu including Bacon, Sausage & Egg Cobs, Porridge, Muffins, Omelettes, Croissants and more Lunches [...]
The Rutland Youth Council would like to invite you to nominate for this year’s Young Peoples Awards which are taking place on Wednesday 6th March from 6pm at the Rutland County Museum. The awards recognise and reward young people who have achieved a great deal and pushed their personal boundaries, whatever they are, demonstrating exceptional [...]
Do you know how to keep yourself and your children safe on the internet? The UK Safer Internet Centre and Rutland County Council are running an Internet Safety Event on Saturday 9th February at The Rutland Showground from 11am where practical advice will be given for the whole family including topics such as: online gaming, [...]
Above is a copy of notice of conclusion of audit. The Annual Governance and Accountability Return is available for inspection by contacting the Honorary Clerk to the Parish council at whisspcclerk@gmail.com. Alternatively a note requesting access may be posted to 33 Ashwell Road. A time, convenient to the applicant will be arranged for viewing. Copies [...]
Girlguiding in Whissendine is moving both venue and meeting days. With effect from the Autumn term we will be meeting on a THURSDAY at the SPORTS CLUB.  Rainbows (girls aged 5 - 7) will meet from 4.45pm to 5.45pm and Brownies (girls aged 7 to 10) will meet 6pm to 7.30pm.  If anyone [...]
Saturday 16th June 2018, 6:30 pm to 11 pm, £15 per person Join us for Pimms and canapés in the gardens of the Old Rectory from 6.30pm for a relaxed evening in great company. Stroll through the village to enjoy a delicious meal, finally returning to the church for deserts. Perhaps you could host a [...]
CANCELLED DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS A village meeting will be held on Saturday 3rd March between 11am and 12.30am at the Village school by Ian Arnold and Rutland Police Constabulary to update the village on activity in Rutland and Whissendine.
Home Straight are recruiting ... Home Straight provide bespoke premium care for people wishing to remain in their own home. Our carefully selected team specialise in supporting clients living with dementia and other disabilities, to lead independent lives. We do this by recognising that every client is different, with unique needs. We put them at [...]
We are renting in Whissendine and hoping to buy a bungalow in the village. Please contact us if you know of any bungalow available now or coming on the market in the next 6 months. Thanks. J & J McCulloch Email
Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation Helping Young People since 1637 Registered Charity 527884 Young people, under the age of 25 years, living in Whissendine are eligible to receive financial support to further their education. With high tuition fees, travel costs and expensive books and equipment, the average student spends over £10,000 each academic year. We understand [...]
If anyone is interested in fire walking, sweat lodge and drumming classes - not all at the same time - please call 07848956269.
The Archer’s Graham Harvey, brings to the stage the true tale of an unlikely Cotswold hero and an enduring romance. What inspires a young Somerset land girl to set off in search of a best selling author in the darkest days of war? The production moves between the 1940s and the current day, reflecting that [...]
Whissendine Pre-school is now open on Wednesday afternoons. Our opening times are 9.15am to 3.15pm Monday through Thursday and 9.15am to 1.15pm on Fridays. For more information, please visit our website.
Whissendine Ward Councillor Ian Arnold will host a village meeting this Saturday, the 11th November 2017 at 10am - 11.30am at the village school, where he will give an update on Rutland activity including Oakham one-way, as well as the village.
Whissendine Pastel Workshop 23 Sept 2017 We still have a some spaces left. Whissendine Village Hall from 9:30 until 2:30. Price £28 This meeting our artist is Vivien Blackburn who is the president of Leicestershire Sketch Club and a member of Leicestershire Pastel Society. Our subject will be:-  Woods/fields with or without snow or [...]
Saturday 1st July Big Band @ Village Hall 7pm - 11pm. Enjoy big band swing music and song. Tickets @£11 each. Sunday 2nd July Open Gardens @ The Green from 10am. Visit the many gardens in the village. Tickets @ £4 each. Children's Picture Treasure Hunt @ The Green from 10am. Walk round the village [...]
Saturday 17th June 2017, 6:30 pm to 11 pm, £15 per person Join us for Pimms and canapés in the gardens of the Old Rectory from 6.30pm for a relaxed evening in great company. Stroll through the village to enjoy a delicious meal, finally returning to the church for deserts. Perhaps you could host a [...]
Residents of Rutland are invited by the High Sheriff of Rutland, attended by the Sheriff of Rutland Vermont, USA, to be held on Sunday 26th February 2017 (not 2016 as per the invitation).
Save the Date for Whissendine Feast Week 2017: Saturday 1st to Saturday 8th July. There will be plenty of activities throughout the week in the village, for example Open Gardens, Children's Picture Treasure Hunt, Quiz, Pig Race, Duck Race and something new: "Snap, Cackle & Pop", so watch out for more announcements in the Grapevine [...]
