Storm Goretti: Heavy Rain and Sleet Bring Rutland to a Standstill
Rutland has woke up to significant disruption this morning as Storm Goretti sweeps across the region. Overnight heavy rain and sleet have transformed local roads into hazards, leading to widespread cancellations of community events, school closures, and emergency response operations that have spanned the early hours.
The severe weather has forced several local staples to close their doors today. At All Saints Church, Oakham, the decision was made early this morning to cancel the 10:00 am service as well as the popular Oasis coffee group.
Additionally, Music Bugs Rutland, which usually brings families together in the All Saints Church Hall, has cancelled today's classes to ensure the safety of parents and children. Residents are advised to check social media pages for updates regarding weekend activities.
While most were tucked away from the storm, volunteers from the Leicestershire & Rutland 4x4 Response team have been working tirelessly. After transporting a doctor to Leicester, teams spent the early hours of Friday morning assisting drivers trapped in snow blocked roads on the Oakham side of Tilton Hill.
Conditions on the hill were reportedly treacherous; while many vehicles were successfully cleared, a number of cars were forced to be abandoned and remain in place until conditions improve.
To bolster local safety, Rutland Medical Solutions Ltd has announced the deployment of off-road vehicles staffed by professional Paramedics. This specialist service is designed to support the community in reaching essential destinations and to provide rapid assistance in medical emergencies where standard ambulances may struggle. Service Start: 08:30 hrs, Friday 9th January 2026, Service End: 09:00 hrs, Saturday 10th January 2026
Transport and Travel Updates
The impact on travel remains a mixed picture for the county:
Buses: Bland’s Buses are currently aiming to run all routes as normal. However, the 361 service for UCC is not running today as Uppingham Community College has confirmed it is closed.
Trains: Rail travel is severely impacted. Cross Country Trains have cancelled almost all services to and from Oakham. Passengers are urged not to travel by rail unless absolutely necessary.
View the Live Oakham Departure Board
www.nationalrail.co.uk/live-trains/departures/oakham/
Local Advice: If you must travel, please allow extra time for your journey and carry a winter emergency kit in your vehicle.
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