The Christmas activities are slowly creeping in and there is lot of autumn/winter events on around the county this month with craft fayres, music events, film nights, remembrance services, performances, charity stalls, tree dressing, wreath making and much, much more!
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Open Daily until 24th November
At: Oakham Castle, Church Passage, Market Place, OAKHAM, Rutland, LE15 6DR
About: Come and witness the display of community made poppies on the grounds of Oakham Caslte, until 24th November.This is a community art work event to
commemorate the centenary of the end of The Great War. This commemoration is one of the most important of its kind in the area for many generations. Underpinning the Project are stories and recollections of this terrible conflict and, even more important, the hope that these appalling events must never happen again. For this to be a realistic hope we want the younger generation, upon whom our future peace will depend, to be involved and to understand the causes and lessons of The Great War. The Poppies will be available to buy from the Castle, Museum and Library from 24th Nov 2018 for a suggested donation of £2 per poppy. We have produced a commemorative booklet about the project which can be purchased at a donation cost of £5.00 (which also includes one of the ceramic poppies). Proceeds will go to The Royal British Legion.
Wine Appreciation Evening
Thursday 8th November
At: Don Paddy's, Market Place, Uppingham
Time: from 7:00pm
Price: £10 per person
About: Come and try great wines with the fabulous VIVA VINO Wines.
Call to book: 01572 822 255
Uppingham Film Night: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (15)
Thursday 8th November
At: Uppingham Town Hall, High Street East, Uppingham, LE15 9PY
Time: from 7:00pm
Price: £5 per person
About: A mother personally challenges the local authorities to solve her daughter’s murder when they fail to catch the culprit. Writer and Director: Martin McDonagh. Stars: Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson, Sam Rockwell. Don’t forget to bring a cushion, and your own food and drinks if you wish.
Doctor William Stanger MD of Harringworth
Friday 9th November
At: Harringworth Village Hall, Gretton Road, Harringworth, NN17 3AD
Time: from 7:30pm
Price: £5
About: Harringworth Fieldwork Group presents Doctor William Stanger MD of Harringworth a presentation by Dr Caroline Nielsen at Harringworth Village Hall.Dr Caroline Neilsen (BA MA Phd PHEA) Senior Lecturer in History and Heritage.Facility of Education and Humanities. University of Northampton Doctor William Stranger MD (1715-1790) was know as the Harringworth Doctor an Apothecary and Physic who had consulting rooms and an
Apothecary shop within the village of Harringworth.Many patients including Londoners came to the village to seek remarkable and some said micaculous pills and potions.
Please contact Sarah Chambers on 01572 747315 or email sarah2chambers@icloud.com
Post a SAE with cheque to 17 Wakerley Road Harringworth Northants
NN17 3HA Limited tickets so booking is essential.
Magic Lantern Tales of WW1 with Ian McMillan and Ian Beesley
Friday 9th November
At: Wymondham Village Hall, Church Lane, Wymondham
Time: from 7:30pm
Price: from £8
About: Using a magic lantern projector, poet & broadcaster Ian McMillan and documentary photographer Ian Beesley tell a story of the First World War from the point of view of men who survived it and lived on to old age and a changing world. Here too are the tales of women who worked in the factories that oiled the wheels of war.
We often view war as a series of huge historical sweeps and this show reminds us that war is made by people who each have their own narrative of what happened.
The second half finds Ian & Ian sharing stories & surprises & photographs from their several collaborations, ranging from a hospital to a brewery and a community hall to a Pennine peak.
Ian McMillan (the Bard of Barnsley) is poet-in-residence for The Academy of Urbanism, BarnsleyFC and now Barnsley Poet Laureate. As well as presenting The Verb every week he's a regular on BBC Breakfast, Coast, Countryfile, Pick of the Week, Last Word, BBC Proms Plus and The Yorkshire Dales and the Lakes (C4). He's been a castaway on Desert Island Discs and was featured on The South Bank Show. Previously, he was resident poet for English National Opera, UK Trade & Investment, Yorkshire TV's Investigative Poet and Humberside Police's Beat Poet.
His latest book is To Fold the Evening Star - New and selected Poems. Cats make him sneeze.
Ian Beesley Hon FRPS is artist in residence for Bradford Institute for Health Research. His work is held in the collections of the National Media Museum Bradford, The Imperial War Museum London and The Smithsonian Museum Washington USA. He was awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Photographic Society in 2012.
As seen at Imperial War Museum North and IWM London and elsewhere.
Tickets £10 full/£8 concs in advance (£12/£10 on the door).
From: 01572-787247 or 07792756511 or tracky.cropper@btopenworld.com
From Saturday 10th November until 24th December
At: Gates Garden Centre, Somerby Road, Cold Overton, Oakham, Leicestershire, LE15 7QB
Price: £11.99 per child
About: Stroll through an enchanted winter wonderland and say hello to the reindeer before visiting Santa and his cheeky Elves in our magical Christmas grotto and toy shop. Opens Saturday 10th November. Book online at: www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk
Table Top Sale
Saturday 10th November
At: Christ Church, Green Lane, Stamford, PE9 1HE
Time: from 10:00am
Price: FREE Entry
About: Table Top Sale to be held at Christ Church in Stamford. If you would like to sell, tables will cost £5 please telephone 01780 766446 to book. Come along on the day and get a bargain. Refreshments available.
Poppy Crafts at Rutland Farm Park
Saturday 10th November
At: Rutland Farm Park, Catmose Street, Oakham, LE15 6HP
Time: from 10:00am
Price: £1.50
About: Poppy crafts for children at Rutland Farm Park's Tearoom between 10am-3pm. £1.50 per child, booking recommended 01572 722122.
The Catesbys Christmas Fair
Saturday 10th November
At: Yew Tree House, Oakham Road, Exton, LE15 8AX
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm
About: Yew Tree House will be decked out in its festive finery and we will be joined by a hand-picked selection of our favourite makers. With fires lit and carols filling the air it's the perfect setting for a spot of shopping. Shop for elegant decorations and stylish gifts whilst enjoying delicious festive refreshments and rediscover the spirit of Christmas.
The Catesbys Christmas Fair
Saturday 10th November
At: Yew Tree House, Oakham Road, Exton, LE15 8AX
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm
About: Yew Tree House will be decked out in its festive finery and we will be joined by a hand-picked selection of our favourite makers. With fires lit and carols filling the air it's the perfect setting for a spot of shopping. Shop for elegant decorations and stylish gifts whilst enjoying delicious festive refreshments and rediscover the spirit of Christmas.
Winter Fair 2018
Saturday 10th November
At: Withal Hall School, Witham-on-the-Hill, Stamford, PE10 0JJ
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Price: FREE Entry
About: Over 75 stalls and a great Christmas shopping opportunity with faceprinting, hot food, cakes and much more!
Sunday 11th November
At: Easton on the Hill
Time: from 10:30am
Price: FREE
About: Exhibition at the village Hall telling the story of Easton's Great War Wartime Tea Room
Commemoration Service at the War Memorial from 10.45
Lantern Procession from War Memorial to the Peace Garden at 4.00pm
"Celebration of Peace" - Music, poetry, hot dogs, mulled wine in marquee next to the Peace Garden.
Spanhoe Airfield Memorial Remembrance Service
Sunday 11th November
At: Spanhoe Airfield, Laxton Road, Harringworth, NN17
Time: 11:00am
Price: FREE
About: At 11.00am a Service of Remembrance will be held at the Spanhoe Airfield Memorial on the Harringworth to Laxton Road East Northamptonshire followed by Poppy wreaths laid. Between 1944-1945 the squadrons of the 315th troop carrier group US Army Air Forces flew from this site on airbourne missions to Normandy,Arnhem and the Rhine for the liberation of Western Europe and the defence of freedom. All members of the public welcome. Last year there was an attendance of around 70 people with a convoy of vintage American military vehicles present.
For all enquiries please teleph
one 01536 770784.
one 01536 770784.
Gretton Remembrance Day Service
Sunday 11th November
At: St James Church, Gretton
Time: from 2:45pm
Price: FREE
About: At 2.45pm a parade will leave Gretton Recreation Ground led by Gretton Silver Band, village organisations and members of the public marching to St James Church for a Remembrance Day service at 3.00pm. Afterwards the congregation will make its way to the War Memorial on the Village Green for a wreath laying ceremony. Everyone is welcome. Further details on 01536 770784.
FREE Valuation Day by Marc Allum & Duke's Auctioneers
Monday 12th November
At: Rutland County Museum, Catmose Street, Oakham, LE15 6HW
Time: 10:00am to 3:30pm
Price: FREE
About: Meet antiques Roadshow Specialist Marc album and have your jewellery, military, ceramics, textiles, collectables, works of art and all interesting items welcome.
Cheery Xmas Crafts for Adults
Tuesday 13th November
At: Stamford Library, High St, Stamford
Time: from 2:00pm
Price: £2 per person
About: Model traditional salt dough decorations. Please see a member of staff to book a place or email us at stamford.library@gll.org
Tuesday 13th November
At: 8b Oakham Enterprise Park, Ashwell Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7TU
Time: from 7:00pm
Price: FREE
About: Our evenings begin at 7pm with an introduction to specialty coffee at our roastery in Rutland. This is followed by a live roasting demonstration to understand how we roast by hand and watch the beans turn from green to brown. The evening will conclude with a brewing workshop in our tasting room. We will brew coffee with different devices and discuss grind sizes, brewing ratios and tasting notes. Free to all – limited spaces available.
Wednesday 14th November
At: Oakham Library, Catmose Street, Oakham
Time: from 5:15pm
Price: £2
About: Crime fiction expert John Martin tells the story of the Queen of Crime, outlining her life and showing how a girl from Torquay became the world's most popular crime writer.
Crossings
Friday 16th November
At: Rutland County Museum, Catmose Street, Oakham
Time: 7:30pm
Price: £10
About: New Perspectives and Pentabus Theatre Companies are among the most experienced in rural touring in the UK and many of our long-standing venues will have promoted their shows year on year. Both companies can be relied upon for slick and well-thought out productions which bring a 'big' theatre experience to the heart of your community. For the first time ever they are collaborating in a joint theatre production, with live music, and specially commissioned from an Edinburgh Fringe First winning playwright Deirdre Kinahan, to mark the centenary of the end of World War 1. Centring around the village hall, this new play has that building and its community at its heart. The village hall in this story has been built in memoriam and is the focal point of two connecting stories, 100 years apart. The village hall. September 1919. This is Margaret’s domain and the last place she expected to come face to face with her brother’s lover. Michael has returned from the Great War to perform as a female impersonator in music halls, in part reinventing himself to accept the death of his soulmate, lost on the front line. Through a chance meeting their two lives collide resulting in unlikely pairing that will change the course of the future. Fast forward. The village hall. September 2019. Seán is curious. This seems like a good place to bring a group of young refugees to get a taste of rural life. He steps inside to find Mirjana setting up for an exercise class. She left Bosnia to make a new life for herself here. Almost a century after Seán’s grandparents had met in the very same village hall, will history repeat itself and this chance encounter bring their different worlds together?
Tickets are £10.00 from Oakham Wines or wegottickets.com
Cambridge Day Out
Saturday 17th November
From: Gretton Village Hall
Time: 8:00am
Price: £16.50
About: A seasonal pre Christmas trip to historic Cambridge. A do as you please visit with sightseeing, shopping, dining out and of course punting on the river. Around six hours will be available in the City. Information Folders provided on the coach to help you have an enjoyable day plus the services of onboard stewards.Arranged voluntary and not for profit regular and new passengers are welcome.Please call 01536 770784-07790 197220 email
david.fursdon@hotmail.com Wondertours offers a traditional reliable friendly service and good company having served the local area since 1972.
Saturday 17th November
At: All Saints Church, Church Street, Oakham
Time: from 9:30am
Price: FREE Entry
About: Our popular annual Autumn Sale. All are welcome. Enjoy tasty refreshments. Browse and buy. Lots of stalls and bargains, including home made handicrafts, delicious cakes, toys and children's bran tub, tombola, raffle, bric-a brac, preserves, plants and much more.
Gretton Craft Market
Saturday 17th November
At: Gretton Village Hall, Kirby Road, Gretton, NN17 3DB
Time: from 10:0am
Price: FREE Entry
About: A popular event the annual Gretton Craft Market will feature a range of stalls offering lovely gift ideas in the run up to Christmas. Refreshments will be available and admission is free.
Stallholders though should book early as stall space is on a first come first served basis for just £10 a table. Please book and for general enquires telephone Genda Weston on 01536 713234.
This is a fundraising event for Gretton Silver Band established in 1877 Extra expense has been incurred recently due to repairs needed to the band practice room after the building was damaged.
GSB thank you all for your support.
Saturday 17th November
At: Harringworth Village Hall, Gretton Road, Harringworth, NN17 3AD
Time: from 2:00pm
Price: FREE Entry
About: This year the popular annual Children in Need Jumble Sale in Harringworth is on Saturday 17th November from 2 – 4 pm in the Village Hall (Gretton Road NN17 3AD). Jumble donations of Clothes and also Toys, Books, Garden Stuff, Curtains, Bedding, Shoes etc.. For more information contact Marie 01572 747791 or Tracy 01572 747591.
Party on Again Disco
Saturday 17th November
At: Gretton Village Hall, Kirby Road, Gretton, NN17 3DB
Time: from 7:30pm
Price: £10
About: A fundraiser for the Travers Foundation an organisation helping youngsters from Rutland Leicestershire and Nortthamptonshire achieve thier potential
Tickets now onsale @ £10 including a nachos meal. Bring Your Own Drink and Glasses. Tickets now on sale at these Gretton venues. The Hatton Arms,The Blue Bell,The Sports and Social Club and Lydia's Coffee Shop. Join us for a great fun night out!
Cheery Xmas Crafts for Adults
Tuesday 20th November
At: Stamford Library, High St, Stamford
Time: from 2:00pm
Price: £2 per person
About: Model traditional salt dough decorations. Please see a member of staff to book a place or email us at stamford.library@gll.org
Quiz Night
Wednesday 21st November
At: Stamford Library, High Street, Stamford
Time: from 6:30pm
Price: £3 per person
About: Back by popular demand a general knowledge quiz evening. Doors open at 6.30pm for 7pm start. Bring your own refreshments. There will be a raffle. All proceeds from the evening will go to Cancer Research UK. Maximum of 6 per team.
A Medieval Christmas
Friday 23rd November
At: Gretton Village Hall, Kirby Road, Gretton, NN17 3DB
Time: from 7:30pm
Price: £3
About: Michael Brown is the guest with a presentation about A Medieval Christmas the traditions,myths and plants of that period. Music will be played on early instruments with Michael dressed in 14th Century clothing. Refreshments will be served. All enquires to Anne Craske on 01536 771102
Saturday 24th November
At: All Saints Church, Oakham, LE15 6DT
Time: from 9:00am
Price: FREE Entry
About: Our annual fundraising Market Stall in the Market Place. Lovely items for sale including home made jams and preserves, hand made knitted and sewn crafts, cakes, plants and puzzles. Bargains to be had!
Saturday 24th November
At: Bytham Spinney, Creeton Road, Little Bytham, NG33 4PX
Time: from 12:00pm
Price: FREE
About: Make some decorations and hang them on the tree of your choice. We will provide all the materials, lights, fruit... all you have to be is as creative as you can... Come along any time between 11am - 3pm, campfire, hot refreshments.
Bottesford Toy Run
Sunday 25th November
At: Rutland Arms, 2 High Street, Bottesford NG13 0AA
Time: from 9:00am
About: The 29th Bottesford Toy Run. All motorcyclist and scooters welcome. Fancy Dress optional. Bring a toy: new or Nearly new. Leave the Rutland Arms, 2 High Street, Bottesford NG13 0AA at 11am (pub will be open from 9am for refreshments). Arrive Meres Leisure Centre, Grantham 11.30. Then ride to Melton Mowbray & regroup at Tesco to continue to The Grove Primary School, Asfordby Road. For further details ring John Bartlett 01780 762531/07790583082
Cheery Xmas Crafts for Adults
Tuesday 27th November
At: Stamford Library, High St, Stamford
Time: from 2:00pm
Price: £2 per person
About: Model traditional salt dough decorations. Please see a member of staff to book a place or email us at stamford.library@gll.org
Thursday 15th November
At: FIKA, Mill Street, Oakham
Time: from 6:30pm
Price: £45 per person
About: We are delighted to announce that our local & super talented florist Jody from Don’t settle, Petal will be running a Scandi inspired Christmas wreath workshop teaching you to create a beautiful, elegant wreath for you to take home and hang on your front door. All materials included in the ticket price of £45 per person. Contact us on 01572 337337 to book your ticket!
Thursday 15th November
At: Exeter Arms, Barrowden, LE15 8EQ
Time: from 8:00pm
Price: FREE Entry
About: Talented local musicians play LIVE music at Exeter Arms Barrowden. On the third Thursday of the Month from 8:00pm. Come along, join in or just sit back with a pint a listen to the talented singers, songwriters and musicians of all ages!
Sunday 18th November
At: 7 Briar Close, Barleythorpe, LE157UJ
Time: from 8:00am
Price: £49
About: The time has rolled around once again! Christmas Pocket Sessions are READY!! Pocket size Christmas themed images, perfect for presents & Christmas cards. I will be holding them on Sunday 4th November, Monday 5th November, Tuesday 6th November and Sunday 18th November - Limited numbers available on a first come first served basis! £49 Booking fee secures your booking and time slot and includes your favourite image. Get in touch to book :)
Holiday Wreath Workshop
Thursday 22nd November
At: Uppingham Town Hall
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Price: £25
About: Holiday wreath making workshop and price includes complimentary mince pie and hot drink.
Booking essential: Call Kelly Willis - 07411 310 530
Black Friday Wedding Sale
At: Uppingham Town Hall
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Price: £25
About: Holiday wreath making workshop and price includes complimentary mince pie and hot drink.
Booking essential: Call Kelly Willis - 07411 310 530
Black Friday Wedding Sale
Friday 23rd November
At: Lace & Pearl Bridal, Oakham Enterprise Park, Ashwell Road
Time: from 12:30pm
About: That time again once a year. Were the bridal dresses start under £100. Everything in store is reduced to crazy prices for one day only...
A Night at the Movies for Archies Angels
Friday 23rd November
At: Oakham Rugby Club, Showground Way, Off Burley Park Way, Oakham LE15 7TW
Time: from 6:30pm
Price: Tickets - £5 Donation - Buy here
About: Supporting babies born to soon... Raising money for Archie’s Angels, we would like to invite you to a concert celebrating songs from the movies. With a range of modern films, classics, and even some Disney, it’s a concert that everyone can enjoy! Performers from local groups have come together to put this concert on to support such a fantastic charity!
A Night at the Movies for Archies Angels
Friday 23rd November
At: Oakham Rugby Club, Showground Way, Off Burley Park Way, Oakham LE15 7TW
Time: from 6:30pm
Price: Tickets - £5 Donation - Buy here
About: Supporting babies born to soon... Raising money for Archie’s Angels, we would like to invite you to a concert celebrating songs from the movies. With a range of modern films, classics, and even some Disney, it’s a concert that everyone can enjoy! Performers from local groups have come together to put this concert on to support such a fantastic charity!
Harringworth Christmas Bazaar
Saturday 24th November
At: St John the Baptist Church, Harringworth, NN17 3AF
Time: from 11:00am
Price: FREE Entry
About: The Bazaar features local traders selling carefully selected gift ideas alongside the ‘Made in Harringworth’ produce, preserves and craft and not forgetting the famous Harringworth Hampers with draw tickets available ahead of the day. Do save the date and join us for Mince Pies or a light lunch and start your Christmas shopping early....
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th November
At: Victoria Hall, Oakham
Time: from 10:00am
Price: FREE Entry
About: POP-UP Event in The Victoria Hall Allman Gallery.
Sunday 25th November
At: Don Paddys, Market Place, Uppingham
Time: from 7:00pm
About: Performing Live is Rutland's local talent!
Uppingham's 112th Annual Fatstock Show
Wednesday 28th November
At: Market Place, Uppingham
Time: from 7:00am
About: The fantastic Fatstock Show! Champion pigs, sheep and cattle are primped and preened for this event held in the Market Square. Rutland farmers proudly showed off the best of their stock with the aim of encouraging people to buy British and support the industry. Taking place on Wednesday morning on Uppingham Market Place, there will be pens full of livestock arriving at 7am, judging comences at 10am and the prize-giving will be at 11.30am. Cancelled only by war and the two national out-breaks of the foot and mouth epidemic this is a unique show being the only event of its kind in the UK still held in temporary penning in a town market square. The regular weekly fatstock market finished in 1954, with the ending of wartime controls, but the annual Fatstock Show has continued and remains one of the most prestigious events in the town's calendar and is without a doubt "a jewel in Rutland's crown". The show includes classes for cattle, sheep and pigs.
Friday 30th November
At: Oakham Castle, Church Passage, Market Place, OAKHAM, Rutland, LE15 6DR
Time: from 7:30pm
Price: from £7
About: An Evening with Katie Marshall, Downton Abbey Singer and Classic BRIT Award Nominee, and Musical Village Choir, as seen on tour with Russell Watson, with Fraser Graham, accompanist.
Friday 30th November, 1st December & 2nd December
At: Melton Mowbray
Time: from 9:00am
About: A full weekend of events with entertainment for all the family begins on 30th November. In addition to market stalls, entertainment and fayre activities, Melton St Mary's Church will be holding their annual Christmas Tree Festival and a Festival of Cribs takes place in Sage Cross Methodist Church.
Friday 30th November, 1st December & 2nd December
At: Market Harborough
Time: from 9:00am (Check times)
About: We return to Market Harborough for a second visit in 2018 bringing our Christmas Market to the centre of town. This festive event will feature a wide range of stalls selling a host of handcrafted, artisan-made, unusual and exotic arts, crafts, clothing and jewellery alongside a great choice of food and drink. Opening Times: Friday 12.00pm - 7.00pm, Saturday 9.00am - 7.00pm and Sunday 10.00am - 6.00pm
