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Crisis helpline for vulnerable people
Rutland County Council has a dedicated crisis helpline if you have been impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19) and have no one to support you.
The helpline is available if you are following the government's 'shielding' guidance and have concerns about:
- getting food
- getting your medicines
- feeling isolated and you need some support
The crisis helpline is also available if you don't meet the government's criteria... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 18:39 by Mark Bush
Good Neighbour Scheme
Casterton Good Neighbours can help with shopping, prescription collection, dog walking and non-financial administration / IT support.
Areas covered: Great Casterton, Little Casterton, Toll Bar and Rutland Heights.
T 07983 373779
Posted: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:50 by Mark Bush
Coronavirus Assistance to the elderly in the village
The Parish Church and the Parish Council of Great Casterton have a plan for supporting the most vulnerable in the village and outlying areas. We have adopted a postcard scheme for this.
Copies of these postcards are available from St. Peter and St. Paul's Church. If you would like to be a volunteer helper please contact one of the names below and we will ensure you receive sufficient postcards for your... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 15:07 by Mark Bush
Leicestershire Police - Reporting Non Emergency Crime
Leicestershire Police have opened a new crime reporting system on Line.
You are encouraged to use this new system as it is more efficient.
Click on Police Notices to the left
Posted: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 14:42 by Mark Bush
Rutland Oil Buying Club
As a valued supporter of our charity we would like to invite you to help inform an exciting new opportunity we are exploring to benefit rural communities in our area.
With many rural households in Leicestershire and Rutland still off the mains gas network, ordering and purchasing heating oil is still a common concern for people living and working in rural areas.
We are excited to announce that we are... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 27 Nov 2019 17:06 by Mark Bush
Bus User Group Minutes
The Minutes of the Rutland Bus User Group can be seen by clicking the link below
Posted: Tue, 12 Nov 2019 11:43 by Mark Bush
Take Care
The fence has come down on the lower footpath from the Upper chicane on B0181 and the Burial Ground. There is a dangerous drop down to the river.
Repairs are underway
Posted: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 14:01 by Mark Bush
Chairman Parish Council Annual Report
Annual report from Chairman Great Casterton Parish Council on 15th May 2019
Posted: Wed, 15 May 2019 14:44 by Mark Bush
Casterton College - Listed for Secondary School of the Year
Casterton College has been shortlisted for Secondary School of the Year at the National Teaching Awards. For the whole school to be honoured in this way is extraordinary and a great tribute to every one there, teachers and pupils. They will be incredibly proud of what they have achieved and together they have now truly put Casterton on the national stage. Rutland can also be very proud as a county... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 30 Apr 2019 10:35 by Mark Bush
