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Burghley will be back in 2021...
2021 HORSE TRIALS CONFIRMED FOR 1ST-5TH SEPTEMBER 2021 AFTER CANCELLATION
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STAMFORD Alas, as Pride goes to press we should have been enjoying a sunny Burghley Horse Trials weekend, but it was not to be. The whole Horse Trials team was devastated at having to cancel 2020’s event but happily they have at least been able to confirm that 2021’s event will take place from September 1st-5th. As well as being a first class country show, celebrating all that rural life has to offer, Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is also a world-class sporting fixture, attracting 167,500 visitors in 2018 and contributing £20m to Stamford’s economy. 2020’s event was sorely missed by those seeking to enjoy world class equestrian entertainment, and by the 600 exhibitors who enjoy a presence at the event each year. Sir Richard Jewson, Chairman of the Burghley Horse Trials Committee, commented: “One of the joys of being involved with Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is to be continually reminded how much this iconic event is loved by the many who create, take part and attend.” PETERBOROUGH We hope Kate Holmes isn’t scared of heights. As Pride goes to press, Kate, of Architectural Heritage & Scanning Ltd, will abseil down the iconic west front of Peterborough Cathedral to complete a condition survey. The high resolution laser scans Kate will take on her descent will add to one of the most in-depth digital captures of an historic building ever carried out. The results of all this scanning will not only provide safer and more cost effective access to information for
“We must now focus our efforts on planning the 2021 event and which all of us are sure will be a special
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celebration.” n maintenance and repair purposes, but also a rich and inspiring educational resource. The scans can also generate 3D printing and the initial concept is that some of the statues Kate will scan on the west front, with other carved details on the building, may become part of a unique, limited edition Peterborough Cathedral chess set, reproduced in cast stone resin. Peterborough Cathedral may well end up being the most digitally recorded historic building ever at this point, with 16 billion data points and 30,000 images. n
New Play Area
TOD’S PIECE REOPENS IN UPPINGHAM
UPPINGHAM Children in Uppingham are celebrating the opening of a new play area at Tod’s Piece. The new play area is officially up and running following a launch party attended by the High Sheriff of Rutland, Richard Cole at Tod’s Piece on Tuesday. New all-weather surface and swings, slides and climbing equipment are included in the new play area, which was funded by a £50,000 grant from FCC Communities Foundation.
Steve Rozak, Mayor of Uppingham says: “This play area is going to make a real difference to the community in Uppingham.” “We are extremely grateful to FCC Communities Foundation for providing funding as we it would not have been possible without their support. The new space is for children aged eight and under and the improved all-weather surface is ready for everything the British summer has instore!” n
Castle & Museum Reopen
SEPTEMBER SAW THE REOPENING OF TWO OF RUTLAND’S BEST HERITAGE ATTRACTIONS...
12 year old entrepreneur Ollie launches bird box business
STAMFORD 12-year old entrepreneur Ollie Clarke is putting his skills in the workshop to good use by cresting bespoke bird boxes to sell online. Ollie is selling natural bird boxes for £15, and a high quality version which is sanded and painted for £25. Mum Coleen supervises as Ollie drills and sands his boxes, which are available via the young businessman’s Facebook page Ollie’s Birdbox or by calling 01780 693033. n
OAKHAM Oakham Castle and Rutland County Museum are both reopening as Pride goes to press, following their closure in March due to Covid. Oakham Castle’s Great Hall reopen with new opening hours of 10am to 1pm, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, whilst Rutland County Museum will reopen as Pride goes to press with new opening hours of 1.30pm to 4.30pm, Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Both attractions will reopen with safety measures in place, to help prevent the spread of the virus. Visitors will also be asked to leave contact details to assist NHS Test and Trace. n
e STAMFORD South Kesteven District Council says it will still invest the £250,000 needed to create new office accommodation for startup businesses on the town’s Elm Street in spite of Covid. Kelham Cooke of SKDC says there is still strong demand for offic n space in the town, and that the building will provide premium office space for 15 people.
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LOCAL NEWS In Brief
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AREA TO LOSE RUTLAND RADIO AS OWNER BAUER TO REBRAND STATION
Bauer has confirmed that as Pride goes to press the name Rutland Radio will be lost as it rebrands the station to bring it in line with its Greatest Hits Radio brand. Despite a petition signed by 2,500 people, the station name will be dropped with more national content fed in from Bauer’s headquarters. Simon Mayo will join the station to present a new weekend programme called The Album Show. The changes will take place from early September and Bauer has confirmed that job losses are also possible. n
EMPINGHAM, RUTLAND Guide Price £1,300,000
Built in 2002, this detached family home set in a discreet location in the heart of the popular Rutland village of Empingham. The property has an impressive interior and fitted to exacting standards. Its features including a stylish hand crafted kitchen, stone flooring, a striking drawing room and a dining hall featuring a large bay window which opens to the patio and gardens beyond. The first floor is equally impressive with its galleried landing and stunning master bedroom suite with a south facing balcony and luxury split level en-suite bathroom, there are four further double bedrooms, two with en suites. The property also benefits from a one bedroom studio annexe which sits above the garaging. The beautifully landscaped private garden is south facing and offers several areas including a large patio and an open fronted summer house. With its peaceful village setting and immaculate interior, this is a unique family home in an excellent Rutland location.
UPTON, CAMBRIDGESHIRE O.I.E.O £2,000,000
A highly individual, in fact, unique home stands in a magnificent setting surrounded by lawns and woodland with far reaching views across the open countryside between Stamford and Peterborough. Built in 2009 in New England style with beautiful landscaped grounds amount to over two acres. The outstanding residence is approached up a long sweeping gravel drive. Using the highest quality materials both inside and out and designed on a grand scale with rooms of extraordinary proportions. The expansive central hallway leads through into a superb, triple aspect kitchen/breakfast/family room with a stunning double-height section in the middle overlooked from a gallery above. All the bedrooms are very generous in size with four having en suites. The grounds are also exceptional. Created in a formal, geometric design of neatly clipped beech hedging delineating lawns and boundaries.
Offers in excess of £325,000 Guide Price £335,000
The Clock House, Church Street, Langham
A charming Grade II listed clock house that has been beautifully presented by the current owner, sitting in a quiet corner of this much sought-after village.
Guide Price £395,000 Pudding Bag Lane, Exton
A quintessential, thatched, chocolate box cottage sitting in a quiet corner of this picturesque Rutland village.
Offers in excess of £400,000
Bay Tree Cottage, Main Street, Barrowden
A delightful and well-appointed semi-detached, stone-built cottage situated in the heart of one of Rutland's most sought-after villages. Wesley House, Ashwell Hall Stables, Ashwell
A beautifully converted set of stone and Collyweston Victorian stables that have been converted into a spacious and characterful two-bedroom property.
Guide Price £650,000 Guide Price: £850,000
Noel House, Adderley Street, Uppingham
A beautiful period home sitting in the heart of Uppingham town centre, offering generous and flexible accommodation and a south-facing garden.
Guide Price: £900,000 Craven House, Middle Street, Wing
A well-proportioned five-bedroom stone property, immaculately presented throughout and located in the sought-after Rutland village of Wing.
Guide Price: £1,600,000
The Old Barn, Morkery Lane, Castle Bytham
A substantial, four-bedroom, rural home with an edge of village location, sitting on a plot in excess of one-acre with pool, tennis court and countryside views. Glebe Barn, Wakerley Road, Harringworth
A stunning barn conversion, built to an impeccable standard with far-reaching, panoramic views over the Welland Valley, sitting within three and a half acres.
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ASHWELL £745,000
A beautiful period cottage situated on an enviable plot in the heart of a premium Rutland village. The property offers extensive family accommodation with a wealth of character and is set within very private, glorious gardens and grounds of approx. 1.0 acre. 3 Reception Rooms, Farmhouse Kitchen, 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bath/Shower Rooms; Dbl Garage, parking. EPC Exempt (Grade II listed)
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LYDDINGTON £535,000
Stunning period cottage offering fully refurbished accommodation with lovely garden in one of Rutland's premium villages. The accommodation is appointed to an exceptional standard and includes a wealth of features, such as exposed stonework, oak beams, handmade English oak skirting boards, bespoke window shutters and balcony with panoramic views. Sitting Room, Kitchen/Diner, Utility, Clkrm, 3 Bedrooms, ES Shower Room, Btrm. EPC Exempt (Grade
GREETHAM £525,000
Spacious detached stone built village residence set on a large, established plot with delightful gardens, dbl Garage and ample parking in a desirable village and enjoying views over church to front. The tastefully appointed accommodation features 2 Rec. Rooms, Study, Kitchen, Snug, Utility, Clkrm/WC, 3 good size Dbl Bedrooms, Bathroom, large Shower Room. Energy Rating: TBC
COTTESMORE £375,000
Delightful new-built, detached stone cottage under thatched roof appointed to an exceptional standard and occupying an attractive plot enjoying views over open countryside to the front and village church to the rear. Sitting Room, Dining Kitchen, Utility, Clkrm/WC, 3 Bedrooms, En-suite Wet Room, Family Bathroom; 2 Parking Spaces, south-facing rear Garden. Energy Rating: B
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MANTON £575,000
Beautifully appointed single-storey barn conversion providing 3-bedroom accommodation in the centre of a desirable village. The accommodation features a high-spec kitchen and bathrooms and comprises Reception Hall/Study, Clkr, Sitting Room, Dining Kitchen, Utility, Inner Hall, 3 Dbl Bedrooms, ES Shower Room, Bathroom; Dbl Garage, Courtyard. Energy Rating: C
SKILLINGTON £420,000
Superb barn conversion beautifully appointed with good quality fittings and immaculately presented throughout. Accommodation is of flexible layout and provides potential for a g/f guest bedroom. Sitting Room, Dining Room, Study, Kitchen, Utility, 2 Dbl Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms; single Garage, lovely landscaped Garden. Energy rating: TBC
