Roadworks at Ashwell crossing
The Road at the Ashwell Level Crossing will be closed for 12 hours from 22:00 hours on 18th March 2017 until 10:00 hours on 19 th March 2017.
Problem with O2 coverage?
Are you on o2? Are you having problems? We have two mobile phones, both on o2. A couple of months ago we received a text from them saying that the coverage might be weak for a couple of days as they were doing some work in the area. Since then, our signal has been appalling: [...]
Mysterious road markings c/o Rutland Hash House Harriers
Residents of Whissendine may have noticed unusual chalk markings on roads and pavements over the Christmas break. Please do not be alarmed, these were simply route markers for a local running group. Several residents contacted the police concerned their properties were being targeted by burglars but this was not the case. The running group emailed [...]
Public Consultation Plan – Police and Crime Plan
Leicestershire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Willy Bach is asking for your views as he prepares his first Police and Crime Plan. He wants to make sure that the Plan reflects the issues that local people say are important to them to meet their policing needs and expectations. Are you prepared to help? Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/B78HPFL ----------- [...]
Free Taster Day for Adults with Dementia
Based in the village of Great Dalby, Country Paths is a high quality Day Care provider who supports adults with additional needs. We are launching a brand new weekly support service with an open day on Wednesday 21st September 9:30am – 4pm. During the day there will be an opportunity to try a variety of [...]
Holiday Club for Primary Age Children
Revd. Julie and Revd. Janet invite you to a holiday club for primary age children. Join us for fun, games and craft from 10:00 to 12:30 on 9th to 12th August in Langham village. Email holidayclub@oakhamteam.org.uk for more details and a booking form. See the attached poster for more details.
Loodal Farm Inspection Report
We have received the following update from the Senior Environmental Health Officer regarding monitoring for flies around the village. Just to confirm our weekly inspections of both sheds at Loodall Farm have been completed yesterday (18th July). I am pleased to say the new shed, we took over 60 samples and the entire shed is [...]
Environmental Health Officer Update – Houseflies
The Parish Council has received the following update from the Environmental Health Officer inspecting sheds at Loodal Farm and other locations around Whissendine. Note that the current increase of houseflies in the village cannot and should not be attributed to just one source. Yesterday (21 June) we inspected both sheds (at Loodal Farm). We took [...]
Books and Laptops needed
Many of you will know that Ian is working out in Nigeria this year for Voluntary Services Overseas, he is hugely enjoying the challenge of doing something completely different and you can follow what he is up to by checking his blog at ianinnigeria.wordpress.com. If you do you will know that when I went out [...]
Close Up Magic Show at the White Lion
Back by popular demand - Chris at the The White Lion Whissendine will be performing his one man Close up Magic Show as lots of people missed it last time! Tickets £12 and are limited to 20 per show. There will be two shows on Thursday 28th July at 7.30pm & 9pm. Contact The White Lion [...]
Loodal Farm Inspection Report
The Parish Clerk has received the following update from the Environmental Health Officer responsible for monitoring at Loodal Farm: I am writing to update you as to our monitoring this spring that started in April. Until just over 2 weeks ago there were no maggots or flies in either of the chicken sheds. The manure [...]
63 Bird Species Spotted in the Village
Sixty-three bird species have been recorded in Whissendine. The full list may be viewed here. Can you add to the list? Barn owl Black-headed gull Blackbird Blackcap Blue tit Bullfinch Buzzard Canada goose Carrion crow Chaffinch Chiff chaff Coal tit Collared dove Common gull Fieldfare Goldcrest Great spotted woodpecker Great tit Green finch Green woodpecker [...]
Notice of Whissendine Environment Group AGM 2016
Whissendine Environment Group AGM 2016 will be held on Thursday 16th June 2016 at 7.30pm at 1a Station Road, Whissendine. Everyone is welcome to attend and find out about WEG’s activities so far and their future plans.
Male actor (17 to 25) sought for two plays
I am producing 2 x one-act plays for Whissendine STARS at the village hall for performances in September 2016, with rehearsals beginning from July. We still need a young male actor, ideally aged between 17 and 25, to act in both plays. If you are interested, or know of anyone who might be, please do [...]
Longer opening hours for Whissendine Pre-school
From September 2016 Whissendine Pre-school will extend its afternoon opening hours until 3.15pm on Tuesdays and Fridays (it is currently open on Monday and Thursday afternoons until 3.15pm and on Wednesdays until 12.15pm). The pre-school is located in the village hall and welcomes enquiries. For more information and contact details, please see the pre-school page [...]
Request for information about Horace Snary
I am currently researching the life of Horace Charles Snary, who played cricket for Leicestershire in the 1920s/30s. Horace was born in and, as far as I know, lived in Whissendine all his life, dying there in 1966. Much is known about his career with Leicestershire, but I would dearly like to know more about [...]
List of beer and ciders at White Lion Inn Beer Festival 2016
Below are the confirmed real ales and ciders for the White Lion Inn Beer Festival served from Fri 27th May: Real Ales CHARNWOOD Salvation 3.8% A light refreshing golden beer, with tropical fruit, citrus, and floral flavours. American Cascade and Amarillo hops create a citrus aroma, and crisp clean bitterness on the finish. DARK STAR [...]
Rutland Walking and Cycling Festival 2016
Rutland Walking and Cycling Festival 2016 21st May - 12th June Download PDF programme HERE Discover where walking and cycling can take you this summer with the Rutland Walking and Cycling Festival. Following huge success over the last 7 years, the festival is back for 2016 for a fun packed celebration of Rutland and its [...]
Bus Changes – Thursday 14th April
Due to essential road works between Whissendine and Ashwell, the Centrebus 19 service will be re-routed between Whissendine and Langham, and vice versa. The bus will tum around at The Green beforc continuing on to either Langham or Melton as applicable. Passenger Notices will be displayed regarding bus stops that will not be in use for Thursday 14th [...]
Whissendine to Ashwell walking guide
A new walk has been posted to the Walks page of the Whissendine website. Click here to see the Whissendine to Ashwell Walk by Graham Davies and Tom Digby. This walk takes you from the Church of St Andrew to the Church of St Mary in Ashwell, taking in field paths, bridleways, quiet lanes and [...]
Road Closures in April 2016
From Rutland County Council ... notification of road closures: "On or about 27 April 2016 or when Road Closed signs are erected" Cold Overton Road, Langham: Langham to County boundary Whissendine Road & Ashwell Road: Ashwell to Whissendine. Whissendine Lane, Langhamand Oakham Road, Whissendine: Langham to Whissendine Download PDF of full Rutland road closures in [...]
Oakham Castle due to reopen 30 May 2016
Oakham Castle has been closed for major restoration work since September of last year but will reopen its doors to members of the public on Monday 30th May 2016. A grand reopening event is planned to attract visitors back to the Castle on 30th May (a bank holiday) and showcase what the restoration has achieved. [...]
Results of Easter Colouring Competition
Thank you to all the wonderful children who took part in the Easter Colouring Competition at White Lion Inn. The lucky winners are: Harry, Harvey, Summer and Ava. Your Easter eggs are waiting at the pub for you! Chris and Yolanda
Whissendine Safari Supper 2016
Join us for Pimms and Canapés in the gardens of the Old Rectory from 6.30pm on Saturday 11th June for a relaxed evening in great company. Stroll through the village to enjoy a delicious starter and main course at two different venues, finally returning to the church for deserts. Email safari@rutlandmartin.plus.com for tickets. Calling hosts [...]
Bus Route Changes March 14th to 16th
Due to essential maintenance work on Oakham Road, Ashwell there will be no through bus service between Whissendine and Ashwell from Monday 14th to Wednesday 16th March. As a result the Service 19 bus will be re-routed during this period, operating as normal to the VILLAGE GREEN BUS STOP in Whissendine, and will then turn [...]
IPADS: TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! at Oakham Enterprise Park
TUESDAY 17TH May 2016 1.30-2.30 pm only £4 Are you interested in buying an Ipad, but want to know more about them before you commit? come along to try out one of our new ipads! Basics of using an iPad Discover some really useful applications Carry out effective internet searching using Safari Take photos and [...]
CREATIVE WRITING COURSE at Oakham Enterprise Park
6 WEEKS FOR £48 Oakham Enterprise Park Wednesdays 20th April to 25th May, 6.30-8.30pm Have you have ever wanted to write, extend your skills, share ideas or work on something you have already started? Now is your chance, come along and join us. Writing and sharing your own ideas within a supportive group. Work on [...]
Puss in Boots – tickets on sale
This year's pantomime is "Puss in Boots". Performances are in the Village Hall on Friday 5th February at 7:30pm and on Saturday 6th February at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. This is a traditional pantomime, fun for all the family. Tickets on sale from the village shop from the first full week in January.
Annoucements from the Village Shop
Mr Nirav & Mrs Nipa Modhvadiya are proud to take over our award winning shop from Monday, 16th November . We aim for excellent customer service and product availability, so why not shop with us and support your local village store? Come and join us on our Opening Day between 10am to 2pm. We have some free samples of cheese & bread  from [...]
Market Overton Burns Supper
Saturday 23rd January 2016, 7pm at Market Overton Village Hall. 3-course meal, light-hearted speeches, musicians, Scottish country dancing. Celebrating the life and works of Robert Burns. Raising funds for local charities including Lodge Trust and MO Play Area Association. For tickets (£17) please contact Lynn alanlynnlane@yahoo.co.uk Â
Missing cat – Mack
Please could you help look for missing cat Mack. Mack is a very nosey cat who likes nothing more than to squeeze into new places to investigate and likes to roam, but always comes home. He has not been seen now for 10 days. Please check sheds, outhouses etc. to help us find him and [...]
White Lion Inn Macmillan Coffee Morning thanks
UPDATE: We raised an amazing £324.00 from the Macmillan Coffee Morning, raffle and games played!! Our sincere thanks to everyone who either donated a cake or turned up to eat one at our Macmillan Coffee Morning!! It was so good to see villagers coming together to support this fantastic charity and to know we are [...]
Rutland Adult Learning – iPad/Tablet taster
Click the poster above to enlarge it or download the iPad/Tablet course information on a PDF here. To enrol, or for further information, please contact Rutland Adult Learning. Rutland Adult Learning & Skills Service Oakham Enterprise Park Ashwell Road Oakham Rutland LE15 7TU telephone: 01572 758122 e: adultlearning@rutland.gov.uk Web: www.rals.org.uk
Rutland Adult Learning – Courses Starting Oct to Dec 2015
Click the poster above to enlarge it or download the course information on a PDF here. To enrol, or for further information, please contact Rutland Adult Learning. Rutland Adult Learning & Skills Service Oakham Enterprise Park Ashwell Road Oakham Rutland LE15 7TU telephone: 01572 758122 e: adultlearning@rutland.gov.uk Web: www.rals.org.uk
Notice of Road Closure (A606)
Rutland County Council have provided advice of the following road closure. For more details and a map of the effected roads click here. Temporary road works will be in operation  [1]- Burley Closure from the 17th to the 26th September 2015 and [2]- Barnsdale closure commencing on the 28/09/2015 ending on the 08/10/2015, to allow [...]
Whissendine Grapevine
UPDATE: Results of this meeting may be viewed here.  An Extraordinary meeting of the Whissendine Parish Council will take place on 23rd September 2015 at 7.30 in the Village Hall, Whissendine to discuss the future of our village magazine -  the Whissendine Grapevine. Residents who can offer to help in any way, or have positive [...]
Proposed Double Yellow Lines for Main Street
New Double Yellow Lines are proposed for Main Street, Whissendine to help prevent poor parking practices in the village. Click here to see details of the proposed location. This proposal is currently at the consultation phase. Anybody wishing to comment on this proposal should contact the Parish Council Clerk.
Whissendine WI – call for photos
Whissendine Women's Institute is celebrating the national WI centenary this month and they are looking for photos of Whissendine WI to put together a sideshow. If anyone has any photos to share could they e-mail a copy with any details to whissendinewi@gmail.com? Some of the WI's old photos have also been borrowed from the WI [...]
Fishes Club restarts after the summer holiday
Fishes Club, held at St Andrew's Church, Whissendine, will restart after the summer holiday on Sunday 6 September. Fishes Club meets on the 1st and 2nd Sundays of each month at St Andrew's Church on Main Street. On the 1st Sunday, during the 11am Communion Service, children leave the main service after the first hymn [...]
Missing cat in Stapleford Road, Whissendine
My name is Stella and I’m lost in Whissendine. I left the cattery on Stapleford Road and started exploring the gardens and fields behind it, but I need to get back home now. Please contact Jen Lacey on Whissendine 408 if you see me. Very unfortunately Stella escaped from the cattery at the weekend. She was [...]
Local producers invited to submit products to new deli in Swithland
In September 2015, Odd John's Kitchen, a new deli/cafe, will open in the picturesque village of Swithland, Leicestershire, offering the best in locally produced/British made artisan food. Local producers are now invited to submit their products. Designed to be a working kitchen offering a home from home environment, the deli/cafe will welcome customers with freshly [...]
Choir for the blind and visually impaired calls for new members
Visionary Vocals Choir, a choir for the blind and visually impaired is appealing for new members across Rutland. There are 224 people with visual impairment or sight loss across Rutland and the Visionary Vocals Choir would like those with an interest in singing to join them. The choir was set up and continues to be [...]
2015 Whissendine Feast Week Classic Car and Motorcycle Meet
Over thirty cars, a dozen bikes, a truck and a tractor put in an appearance at the 2015 Whissendine Feast Week Classic Car and Motorcycle Meet, held at the Sport Club. Families picnicked on the grass and those not driving enjoyed a drink from the open bar on a warm July evening.
2015 Feast Week Scarecrow Competition
The Whissendine Feast Week committee invited folk to make an American-themed scarecrow. A prize of £25 was on offer to the winning scarecrow (or the family who made it). We think that there were 9 entries across the village, and we managed to get pictures of 8 of them. Many apologies if we have missed [...]
Results of the 2015 Whissendine 6ix
Congratulations to all the runners, marshals and event organisers for a fantastic 2015 Whissendine 6ix Road Race. A full list of runners and times can be downloaded from the official Whissendine 6ix Road Race website. The 2015 race was won in 30 minutes and 55 seconds by the 2014 winner Tim Hartley. In second place, [...]
Houghton Weavers concert success
A huge thanks goes out to all of you who helped us in any way to celebrate Johns 70th and to also raise money for St Andrew's Church. To those of you who bought tickets, gave raffle prizes or sent donations we are so grateful. I’m sure you’ll agree it was a terrific, fun, warm, [...]
Rutland Food Bank reminder
Just a reminder about the Rutland Food Bank collection point in St Andrew’s Church. If you have any contributions of food do drop them into the box by the large noticeboard at the back of the church, and we will make sure they are taken to Oakham. Why not use the BOGOF or 3 for [...]
Rutland Walking Festival 2015
Rutland Walking Festival will start on Sunday 17th May to Saturday 23rd May followed by the 65 mile Rutland Round the week after. Download the programme of events here.
Village Party
Announcing the Whissendine Feast Week Village Party! Hog Roast & Live Music from SUPERNOVAS. Saturday 4th July 2015, 7pm till 1am at The White Lion. Including the award ceremony for Whissendine Digital Photographic competition. Discounted tickets@ only £17.50 each until 26th June, then £20.00 each. Entrance by ticket ONLY - available from: Mace Shop 474964 Emma Studdert-Kennedy [...]
Road Closures in Whissendine in May 2015
Below is a summary of the road closures planned for Whissendine in May 2015. For more information and downloadable County Council orders and maps, and contact information, please visit the Road Closures page HERE. Dates: 18-19 May 2015 Road: Pickwell Lane Summary: All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the length of Pickwell Lane, [...]
Hold your own Garage Sale during Feast Week
You’ll have read about Open Gardens in Feast Week, as part of this event we wondered if anyone would like to run a garage sale that same day – Sunday, 28th June – an excellent opportunity to clear out the clutter and make some money too – what could be greener than recycling all your [...]
Call for volunteers for Whissendine Flower Festival 2015
Even if you are not a flower arranger, you can still be involved in this popular event by helping with any of the events below. For further information, or to volunteer, please speak to Rosemary (Whissendine 605), who will direct you to the appropriate person. If music be the food of love and flowers speak [...]
White Lion Inn wins ‘Making a Difference’ Award from Everards Brewery
Congratulations to Yolanda and Chris of White Lion Inn, Whissendine, for winning a ‘Making a Difference’ award from Everards Brewery. The award is given by Everards to a licensee delivering a fantastic pub experience and making a difference through creativity, innovation, loyalty and commitment and, of course, offering their customers first class beers! Yolanda and [...]
General Election Meeting
April 29, 2015 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Question your candidates for the Rutland and Melton constituency at All Saints’ Church Oakham. Submit questions in advance to election@oakhamteam.org.uk; the event is hosted by Churches Together in Oakham and will be chaired by Revd Canon Lee Francis-Dehqani.
Found: A pair of bi-focal spectacles in the village hall
A pair of bi-focal spectacles was found in the village hall on March 4th. Please ring Whissendine 279 for its return.
Spring SALE at Mace Village Store
Whissendine's favourite shopkeeper is holding a Spring Sale from 23 April - 13 May! Head down to Mace village shop in Main Street for bargains galore ... CHILLED - Milk 2ltr and Kingsmill/Hovis bread £2.50 save 48p - Seriously Strong Cheese £2.99 save £2 - Bacon buy 1 get 1 free save £2.75 GROCERY - [...]
Garage Sale
You may have read about Open Gardens in Feast Week. As part of this event we wondered if anyone would like to run a garage sale that same day – an excellent opportunity to clear out the clutter and make some money too – what could be greener than recycling all your unwanted things? If [...]
Energy Action for Rutland
The Energy Action for Rutland ended some years ago.
Major Roadworks in Whissendine
Severn Trent Water are to commence a water main replacement scheme in Whissendine to rectify multiple leaks. This will entail closing Main Street, the Nook, Cow Lane and Ashwell Road at various different times, often for a week or more at a time. The diversion route during the closure will be signed via Ashwell Road [...]
Burglaries in Whissendine (April 2015)
Two burglaries were reported in Whissendine on the evening of 28 March 2015: one at Hall Close and the other in Foxhill. Please be vigilant and contact the Whissendine Neighbourhood Watch for more information or advice. Contacts: Police Emergencies 999 / Non-urgent calls 101 Police (Rutland North): website Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 (to supply anonymous [...]
Call for volunteers for WEG planting on Sat 25 April
The Whissendine Environment Group's next working party (planting) will be held at 10am on Saturday 25 April 2015. Please contact WEG (email whisseg@gmail.com) for further information or to volunteer. Also, a date for the diary: WEG AGM 7.30pm Thursday 11th June 2015. Venue to be arranged contact WEG for further info.
Calling all knitters to join in The Big Knit
Are you a knitter or do you know one? We need your help to raise money for local older people. Age UK Leicestershire & Rutland is calling for all knitters to join in The Big Knit this year to raise much-needed funds to help keep local older people warm and healthy this coming winter. Last [...]
British Red Cross First Call
The British Red Cross are pleased to be able to offer a new service to the adult residents of Rutland. The First Call Service provides free practical and emotional support with post-hospital discharge or assisting people to remain independent in their own homes. This free, time limited service is invaluable in assisting people to build [...]
Notice of Whissendine Allotment Association AGM (2015)
All plot holders and interested parties are welcome to attend. Last opportunity to meet with the Treasurer to pay the annual rents so please bring along your cheque books or cash if you haven’t already paid! Date: Friday, 17 April 2015 @ 7:30pm Venue: Village Hall
Keys found in Whissendine (17 March)
A set of keys has been found in Whissendine (17 March 2015) at the Church end of the village. If you think the keys could be yours, please email the village website at info@whissendine.net and we will put you in touch with the person who is holding on to them.
Free Morsbag Making Workshop
We hope that you have accepted a free Morsbag in the village shop instead of paying for a plastic carrier and have been using it for your shopping ever since. Have you ever wondered how Morsbags are made, or considered learning how to make your own? The WI is holding a coffee morning on Saturday [...]
Should the village shop stay open till 7pm on Sundays? Vote here …
Ram Odera, our favourite (read: only) village shopkeeper, is considering extending Sunday opening hours at Mace village shop from the existing 8am — 2pm to 8am — 7pm for the benefit of residents. Ram is interested in your views. Do have your say by joining the poll below and do speak to Ram when you're [...]
Applications for educational bursaries from Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation
Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation Helping Young People since 1637 Our prime objective is to assist young people (up to the age of 25) with financial support, to further their education. We help both individuals and groups by providing a bursary to cover a wide range of costs. The Foundation will consider applications from beneficiaries [...]
Notice of Flower Festival 2015 open meeting
FLOWER FESTIVAL 2015 IN AID OF ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH An open meeting has been arranged for Monday, 16th March, at 7:30 pm, in the Lady Chapel to discuss this year’s Flower Festival which will, as usual, take place over the August Bank Holiday weekend. The format will be as in previous years - Preview Evening [...]
Rutland CiCLE Classic cycling event
The Rutland CiCLE Classic cycling event will be taking place on Saturday 25th April from Rutland Water at Normanton between 1100 and 1300. There will be approximately 600 riders taking part. The event will pass through Whissendine on the route shown below. For further details and a notice to householders on the cycle event route [...]
Make your own preserves from Rutland Preserves (March 2015)
This month’s recipe makes good use of oranges, lemons and limes and produces a tasty tart marmalade. If you cannot find any Seville oranges left in the shops or on the market, ordinary oranges will work just as well, but will taste less bitter. Mixed Fruit Marmalade You will need the following: 2 seville oranges [...]
Become a racehorse owner … for a night
Bid to become an owner and enjoy a flutter on each race. Licensed Bar. 6 exciting races - hotpot supper included! First race 7.30pm, Sat 28th Feb at Whissendine Village Hall. Tickets £7.50 in advance only, from Mike Dickinson (474611), Graham Bysouth (474226) or the Village shop.
Make your own preserves from Rutland Preserves (Feb 2015)
By now the nights are starting to get lighter, and this year’s batch of Seville Oranges have been made into delicious marmalade. Keeping with the citrus theme, this month’s recipe is for Lemon Curd, quite simple to make but absolutely gorgeous. LEMON CURD You will need the following: Grated zest and juice of 4 medium [...]
Notice from High Sheriff of Rutland in nomination for 2015-16
The High Sheriff of Rutland in nomination for 2015-16 is Mr Andrew Brown. Mr Brown's term of office starts on the 9th of April. Mr Brown is available to speak at village and association events. Contact Mr Andrew Brown Fairchilds Lodge Lyddington Road Caldecott Rutland LE16 8TE Email: twbfarms@aol.com Tel: 07801 057417
Adult Leader sought for possible Whissendine Rainbows group
There is currently no Rainbows group in Whissendine and the village would welcome somebody to step up and become a leader as there is demand amongst our primary age girls. If you are interested, please contact Melanie Weaver on 01572 759899 or Pam Gilbert on 01572 723133.
Sheepwash photographs wanted
As reported in the December 2014 edition of the Grapevine, there are plans to put signage near to both entrances to The Banks to give a little information about the area, as it’s land Whissendine residents have owned for around 250 years. The purpose of the orignal donation to the village was for sheep washing, [...]
Book your panto tickets for ‘Cinders – the true story’
Rehearsals are well underway for next year’s panto 'Cinders, the True Story' by David Tristram, performed by S.T.A.R.S. This is a traditional pantomime, fun for all the family, with an inventive and very funny script. There will be a few surprises in store and one thing is certain, when all has been revealed, you will [...]
Parson’s Pints changes name to Whissendine Saintly Social
Parson’s Pints monthly gathering makes a welcome return to Whissendine under a different guise: Whissendine Saintly Social. Come along to welcome in the New Year, tell us what you got for Christmas and for a chat and good company - All welcome! Venue will alternate between pubs on the last Thursday of each month. First [...]
Meet Bishop John Holbrook at St Andrew’s Church
On February 1st Whissendine will be having a visit from Bishop John Holbrook, the Bishop of Brixworth (Assistant bishop in our Diocese of Peterborough). He will be coming to the 11am communion service at Whissendine, during which four of our youngsters will be confirmed. If anyone else has been thinking about taking further steps in [...]
Stamford Concert Singers perform at St Andrew Church, Whissendine
Whissendine residents were treated to a concert by Stamford Concert Singers over a glass of mulled wine at St Andrew Church on Friday night. In addition to providing festive cheer and some warmth on a particularly cold evening, the concert helped raise more than £600 for the church. Pictured here are two members of the [...]