Rowell Fair 2020 – Cancelled due to COVID-19
It is my duty as Bailiff to inform you that this years Fair has been cancelled due to the unprecedented situation we find ourselves in as a nation. This is…
Some Rowell Fair Traditions Explained
Each Proclamation Monday sees a relatively “new” but now established tradition. The Bailiff and some of his entourage re-visit all the town locations later in the morning where the Ancient…
Stamford Mid-Lent Fair Model Show 2020
Bookings now being taken for this event. Time: 10am to 5pm Date: Sat 28th March 2020 Venue: The Congregational Hall, Broad St, Stamford, PE9 1PJ Bookings now being taken for…
The History of Rothwell Grammar School
The history of Rothwell Grammar School spans five hundred years but sadly today, despite many of the town’s other ancient building surviving; all those directly connected with the school have…
A List of Rowell’s Pubs – Past and Present
As another pub closes in Rothwell I started thinking those which have come and gone over the years. Many of you Rowellians will remember some and can reminisce about your…
General Quiz Evening
“When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween.” Drop in for a spell, RFS members free, guests welcome at £3 each. Halloween attire optional! Time:…
Fairground Model Show
10am to 5pm, Saturday, 14th March, 2020Free entry. Come and see the fair in miniature. Fun for all the family. Top quality models from around the country. Please contact Mick…
2021 AGM followed by ‘The Life & Times of a Ship’s Pilot’
An illustrated, entertaining and informative presentation by Captain William Wells, Master Mariner. Time: 8pm. Date: Wednesday, 19th February 2021. Venue: Tresham Hall, above Rothwell Conservative Club. Members and guests welcome
When Christmas was Cancelled
Sandy Leong presents an illustrated light-hearted talk on how Christmas has been celebrated down the years. Complimentary mince pies and punch. Time: 8pm. Date: Thursday, 28th November, 2019. Venue: Rothwell…
Rowell Fair – What’s the Bailiff’s Role? – by Frank York
I should imagine that a vast majority of the town’s population are totally unaware of what is involved with the organisation of the Fair, and the role that the Bailiff…