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Jane Baxter the Rural Dean, Bishop Debbie, Rev Peter Collins and Jeannette Warner the Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland (Photo: Lord Lieutenant of Rutland)

New Reverend takes over 10 Rutland parishes in Rutland after 17-month wait

Reverend Peter Collins was welcomed as the new incumbent of Rutland Water Benefice, filling a 17-month vacancy

3 hours ago |

The D'Ukes of Rutland will be performing a free concert at Oakham Castle (Photo: Grace Kennington)

What's on this weekend in Oakham: Drag queen bingo, ukulele concert and more

Discover weekend events in Oakham: Drag Queen Bingo on 19 December, a Ukulele Christmas Concert on 20 December, and a Robin Nest Box Workshop on 21 December.

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The Lord Lieutenant of Rutland is encouraging locals to normalise discussions about death with an event from Dying Matters Rutland (Photo: Lord Lieutenant of Rutland)

Lord Lieutenant of Rutland launches 'dead easy' new year's challenge

17th Dec 2025 |

Lucie Parsons from Catmose College was one of two Rutland pupils to receive a Community Service Award (Photo:

Secondary school pupils presented with Community Service Awards for giving back to Rutland

17th Dec 2025 |

The two winners of the annual Christmas card competition (Photo: Alicia Kearns)

Alicia Kearns MP announces winner of annual children's Christmas card competition

16th Dec 2025 |

There's a selection of non-traditional Christmas celebrations to get involved in this festive season (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Five unusual ways to get into the festive spirit in Oakham this Christmas

14th Dec 2025 |

There is several jobs available this week, including a position at Oakham School (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Jobs available near Oakham this week: Oakham School, Esquires Coffee and the Wildlife Trust

13th Dec 2025 |

Free parking in council-owned car parks for Oakham Late Night Shopping event (Photo: Grace Kennington)

Free parking for Oakham Late Night Shopping Event

12th Dec 2025 |

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Thursday 18th December

Raise a Glass at Rutland Hall’s Festive Party Nights

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Thursday 18th December

Festive Afternoon Tea at Blossoms – Rutland Hall Hotel & Spa

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Thursday 18th December

United Arts Academy K-Pop Christmas Concert

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First-Time Cruising? Here’s What to Expect on an MSC Caribbean Voyage

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Why your desk could be the key to better health

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A tailored approach from a physiotherapist can help you assess where your body is now and where it needs to be

From summer break to gym comeback: How physiotherapy can help you train smarter

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Dispensing Optician job in Oakham

Hakim Group

Annual

Oakham (LE156)

Permanent

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Healthcare & Medical

Director of People and Culture

UPPINGHAM SCHOOL

Annual

Oakham (LE150)

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Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week While this is a full-time role, we are open to discuss an alternative working arrangements for exceptional candidates.

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Senior Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy

50000 Annual

Oakham (LE15 6DH)

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Senior Sous Chef, Oakham: £45k Package & Focus on Seasonal British Cuisine

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Dispensing Optician Opportunity, Oakham / £36,000

Vivid Optical

Annual

Oakham (LE150)