The High Sheriff of Rutland will be hosting a Justice Service for the County of Rutland this week.

On 6 October, Geraldine Feehally, the High Sheriff of Rutland, will be hosting a service for the County of Rutland at All Saints' Church, Church Street, Oakham.

The Office of High Sheriff is a non-political Royal appointment that lasts for one year.

Geraldine was declared in March, and has since been working with local officials the Rutland community to celebrate volunteers, support the homeless and champion legal establishments and the royal family.

Next on her busy schedule, she will be hosting the annual Justice Service for Rutland.

Geraldine Feehally, the High Sheriff of Rutland, recently attended the launch of a locally-produced book, Oncar's Adventure at Rutland Water. Image credit: Nub News.

Geraldine explained: "The Justice Service is one of prayer and thanksgiving for all who have the responsibility of administering justice, ensuring our safety and security and promoting peaceful communities. The service will include representatives from both national and local, voluntary and public services as together we consider the value of law and order, justice and peace in our lives."

The justice service will take place at All Saints' church on Friday 6 October at 10am.

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Before the service, at 9.30am, a procession will assemble at Oakham Castle containing members of the judiciary, military, civic High Sheriff's and other local officials.

The procession will walk to the church where a brass fanfare will welcome them to the service.

Find out more about the service here or head to our What's On page for other community events and more.

Alternatively, read about Geraldine Feehally ad find out about her work supporting Rutland's homeless population.