Calling all market traders!
Due to exceptional demand, we have extended the Stamford Christmas market on November 30th to allow for more stallholders. Please get in touch now if you are interested in securing a pitch – email communityofficer@stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk to find out more.
The Mayor of Stamford Councillor Amanda Wheeler has started participating in a series of running events in support of World Mental Health Day, jogging with members of the community and raising awareness of this important campaign.
Yesterday she joined 107 parkrunners at the Rutland Water Junior Park Run in the role of volunteer Tail Walker (the person at the back of the field who ensures all participants finish safely). The Mayor will also be running with other young people in the community later this week.
Her efforts will culminate on World Mental Health Day this Friday with two special running events organised in collaboration with Mindspace Stamford. Members of the community are warmly invited to walk, jog or run with the Mayor while helping raise funds for MindSpace Stamford, one of this year’s Mayoral charities.
The Mayor’s Morning 5K run will take place 9:30am, Stamford Rugby Club, Hambleton Road
Sign up: Mayors MindSpace Mile with the Running Group
Mayor’s MindSpace Mile: Friday 10th October, 5:30pm, Stamford Town Hall Terrace, St Mary’s Hill
Sign up: Mayors MindSpace Mile
Both runs will finish at MindSpace Hub where refreshments will be served – entry is on a pay-as-you-feel basis (18+ please).
A new local project aimed at turning an under-utilised building into a vibrant community hub has been awarded a significant grant. The Shack Renovation Community Project has successfully secured just under £17,671 from the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund programme, as part of the South Kesteven Prosperity Fund.
This funding will be used to give The Shack on the Recreation Ground a much-needed renovation, transforming it into a multipurpose Community Hub. The planned upgrades include replacing old windows and doors with energy-efficient double-glazed units, installing modern heating and lighting, providing accessible toilets, and a general improvement of the interior.
The renovated space will also become a new site for George’s Food Hub to operate from and potentially provide a location for the recently formed Stamford Shed project.
The project is being spearheaded by a dedicated working group of volunteers, and while they have a wide range of skills between them, they are also seeking support from other local residents – particularly those who are tradespeople or suppliers who could donate materials and/or skills to the project.
Stamford Town Councillor Jonathan Waples, who chairs the Working Group, said: “Securing this funding is a significant milestone for the project, and the Working Group is extremely grateful to SKDC for awarding the grant.
“This collaborative effort, which includes representatives from the Town Council and local community groups, will help us create a space that benefits local residents.
“Combined with £15,000 of funding allocated previously by Stamford Town Council, we are now in a position to achieve significant improvements, but we’d obviously welcome any further help and support we can find in the community.”
If you wish to volunteer your services and / or materials, please contact Cllr Waples on cllrjwaples@stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk or get in touch via Stamford Town Hall on 01780 753808.
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[l-r : Aimee Swift, local business owner; Kai Yarlett, youth representative; Peter Beyer, George’s Food Hub; Calm Bishop, local tradesman; Cllr Jonathan Waples, STC/Working Group Chair; Nigel Harvey, Stamford Shed; Tom Deignan, Stamford College]
Mayor of Stamford Councillor Amanda Wheeler is taking part in two special fundraising runs to raise awareness of World Mental Health Day.
In collaboration with one of her chosen Mayoral charities, MindSpace Stamford, the Mayor is inviting anyone who wishes to join her to sign up and take part.
On the Friday morning, she will be joining the MindSpace running group for a special 5K run, with the route starting at Stamford Rugby Club and ending at the new MindSpace hub on Red Lion Street for refreshments.
In the evening, she will be running The Mayor’s MindSpace Mile, a specially selected mile-long route through Stamford, starting at the Town Hall Terrace and ending at MindSpace for drinks and refreshments.
The Mayor took up running as a new challenge at the start of the year. She says: “I originally committed to running 5K three times a week, but it’s become a bit more than that and so I am now running my first ever half marathon for Great Ormond Street Hospital on October 12th…Besides the physical health I’m getting from running, it is also helping me mentally. Running has ironically slowed me down – it means that I take time out from a hectic schedule every other day and connect with nature.”
She adds: “I wanted to fundraise for Mindspace on World Mental Health Day, as Mindspace is one of my charities this year. World Mental Health Day conveniently falls two days before my half marathon so it seemed the perfect opportunity to raise awareness of the positivity that running can offer you by creating the Mayor’s Mindspace Mile and running alongside other people.”
Everyone is welcome to join the runs and sign up for either the 5K or 1-mile route – or both! Entry will be on a pay-as-you-feel basis on the day. There is also an opportunity to buy a technical running MindSpace T-shirt for the occasion, with all funds going to MindSpace.
Run Details:
Mayor’s MindSpace 5k run: Friday 10th October, 9:30am, Stamford Rugby Club, Hambleton Road
Sign up: Mayor’s MindSpace Mile with the Running Group
Mayor’s MindSpace Mile: Friday 10th October, 5:30pm, Stamford Town Hall Terrace, St Mary’s Hill
Sign up: Mayor’s MindSpace Mile
Please find a Parish Council Vacancy Notice for St John’s Ward: Parish Council Vacancy Notice
Novelty Unsurpassed! Posters and Playbills from the Phillips Collection opens next week at Stamford Town Hall on St Mary’s Hill.
Step back in time with this free exhibition, showcasing stunning reproductions of posters, playbills, and public notices from the Georgian to Victorian eras — offering a unique glimpse into everyday life in Stamford’s past.
As part of Heritage Open Days festival, we’re kicking things off with two special free events:
Friday 19 September:
Meet our Heritage & Cultural Officer, Victoria Newton, and view original posters up close.
There are two sessions – 12pm & 2pm (30 mins)
Book your spot now: 01780 753808 or online https://tinyurl.com/yj4ej2fc
Saturday 20 September
Roll up, roll up! Join our circus-themed family fun day!
Enjoy crafts, live performances, face painting and our collection of historic posters. Drop in anytime between 10am–4pm — there will be fun for all ages!
Please find a Parish Council Vacancy Notice for All Saints Ward South.
A parade and open-air service of remembrance will take place in Stamford to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
The community is warmly invited to gather at the War Memorial from 10:30am on Sunday, 14 September, for the event which begins with a mayoral procession from the Town Hall to Broad Street.
There will then be a parade of personnel from RAF Wittering, members of the Royal British Legion and local cadets, setting off from Star Lane.
The Mayor of Stamford, Councillor Amanda Wheeler, will officially open the event. A commemorative service with readings will then be held from the balcony of Browne’s Hospital. As part of the ceremony, Stamford’s poet laureate, Ross Ayres, will read a specially written poem and wreaths will be laid at the War Memorial.
A two-minute silence will be observed.
The Battle of Britain was the first major battle fought entirely in the air, which took place between July and October 1940.
Residents are advised that Broad Street and Star Lane will be closed to traffic from 7am to approximately 1:30pm on Sunday. In addition, parking bays on Broad Street will be suspended from 6pm on Saturday, 13 September.
Join us at Stamford War Memorial on Friday 15 August as we gather to honour and celebrate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) marks the anniversary of the historic moment Japan announced its surrender to the allied forces, which ended the Second World War.
The Mayor of Stamford, Councillor Amanda Wheeler, will welcome assembled guests to the commemorative event before a short service led by the Stamford Royal British Legion. During the service, the national two-minute silence will be observed at midday and wreaths will be laid.
Please gather at the War Memorial on Broad Street from 11:30am as we honour the sacrifices of the past and pay tribute to the legacy of the Second World War generation.
