Uppingham First

Following on from a successful series of events in 2023, Uppingham has fixed the dates for Social Sundays 2024. The town’s programme of town centre events kicks off with the 2024 Stilton Cheese Classic Vehicle Run on Sunday April 21st . Regular Social Sundays then commence on Sunday June 2nd and run until August 25th […]

A local campaign to ensure Uppingham retains a post office is now in full swing following the current Postmaster’s notification that he is to retire next year. Uppingham First and Uppingham Town Council are working in partnership to explore the town’s options for the future. One aspect of the campaign seeks to encourage the arrival

Only one artisan stand remains to be booked at this year’s Uppingham Craft Fair run by the Rotary Club of Uppingham. Held in The Falcon Hotel on Friday November 3rd opening at 10am, this annual event remains popular with trading artisans and the local community alike. Featuring new and long standing traders, this year’s Craft

Rutland County Council has published the Regulation 16 draft of the updated Uppingham Neighbourhood Plan. The public consultation period runs until November 3rd following which an External Examiner will be appointed. Copies of the plan can be found in Uppingham Library, Uppingham Town Hall and on the RCC website. Approving the draft plan for publication

The Rotary organised event to highlight the incredible artistic talent and creative works to be found in Uppingham’s galleries has been declared an outstanding success.The evening incorporated a drinks reception and presentation in the Goldmark Gallery, four other gallery viewings, dinner and guest artist speakers. Pictured in her Queen Street gallery is Artist and gallery

The 2023 Annual General Meetings of the Uppingham First Community Partnership and the Uppingham Neighbourhood Forum were held in August Venue for both was The Falcon Hotel in Uppingham market place. The minutes of both meetings, including the result of Officer and board member elections and the partnership’s Annual Report, can be seen online www.uppinghamonline.co.uk

Do you know someone deserving of the award. Perhaps they are still at school or college? Why not encourage them to apply for an award in this inaugural year of the competition. They might just win!

Looking for a pleasant day out in the countryside. Why not join this year’s Eyebrook Walk and help defeat cancer while enjoying some gentle exercise. Dog walkers and families welcome. Either book in advance or simply turn up on the day.

Uppingham Town Centre is again welcoming extra visitors into its market place and high street for the summer of 2023. The current fine spell of weather has ensured that the popular Sunday events with extra social seating and live music are very well attended. Sunday July 2nd saw one of the season’s highlights of the