Kelham Cooke
kelham.bsky.social
Kelham Cooke
@kelham.bsky.social
Lincolnshire County Councillor for Stamford East | Board Member LGA Cons & CCA | life, travel and everything Stamford 🇬🇧
🚧 Stamford’s Town Bridge may be closed for essential repairs, but the town is open for business! 🛍️

✅ All car parks are open – follow diversion signs to Cattle Market (S) or Wharf Road (N).

💬 Questions? Contact [email protected]
July 19, 2025 at 10:01 AM
🚨 Stamford’s Town Bridge faces a 6-week full closure this summer for repairs.

Richard Cleaver & I condemn this plan, warning of severe disruption to residents & businesses.

We’ve urged @LincolnshireCC to reconsider & meet urgently to find alternatives.

#Stamford
June 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Just opened Stamford’s VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration at the Recreation Ground! It’s on until 9:30pm — live music, vintage singers, food stalls, funfair, and more. Free entry — come and join us! #VEDay80 #Stamford
May 10, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Marked #VEDay in Stamford today—starting with our town crier at the Town Hall steps, and ending by lighting the beacon on the Rec with Deputy Lord Lieutenant Gary Waterfall CBE. Wonderful to see hundreds from across the town come together in remembrance
May 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Thank you, Stamford East!

I’m honoured to be re-elected as your County Councillor.

To everyone who voted, supported, delivered, and believed—thank you.

I grew up here, I live here, and I love our town. Now, let’s get to work for Stamford.

#ThankYou
May 2, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Today is the day.

Stamford East deserves a local voice who knows it, loves it, and gets things done.

I grew up here, went to school here, got my first job here—and I’m proud to call it home.

Vote Kelham Cooke—your local choice for Stamford East.

#StamfordEast #VoteLocal #CountyCouncilElection
May 1, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Stamford is now officially twinned with Hostomel, Ukraine. Documents were signed and delivered by filmmaker Nataliia Yakovleva.

Thanks to Oleksii for the great photos — a proud day of international friendship!

#Stamford #Hostomel #TownTwinning
April 29, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Knocking on hundreds of doors in Stamford East, one question keeps coming up: “Why are you standing again?”

Because I believe in Stamford — and there’s still more to do.

Better roads, stronger schools, a louder voice. Let’s keep moving forward. #StamfordEast
April 28, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Last night I had the pleasure of attending Evergreen Care Trust’s 20th Anniversary Ball — a wonderful celebration of 20 years supporting our community. Huge thanks to all the amazing staff, volunteers and friends who make Evergreen so special! #EvergreenCareTrust
April 27, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Wishing you a very happy Easter!

I hope your day is full of joy, laughter, and—of course—plenty of chocolate eggs.

Easter is a time for hope, renewal, and reflection, and a chance to pause and be thankful for all the good in our lives.

“He is not here; for he has risen.”
April 20, 2025 at 6:56 AM
🚧 Ryhall Road improvements start this September!

We’re delivering:
✅ Resurfacing
✅ Better drainage
✅ Refurbished crossings

This is about getting the basics right—roads, safety, and accessibility.

Watch the video & get in touch if there’s more I can do.

#Stamford
April 19, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Postal votes are landing in Stamford East!

I’ve always put Stamford first and I’m proud to be a local choice, standing for re-election to keep delivering for our town.

Please return your vote by post—every vote counts!

#StamfordEast #LocalChoice
April 14, 2025 at 9:04 AM
The streets of #Stamford have been alive with all the fun of the fair!

It was an honour to lead the mayoral procession to open the Mid-Lent Fair, with friends and colleagues across Stamford.

Great to be back tonight with friends (yes, even went on Vertigo — amazing views!)
April 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Honoured to attend the Service of Thanksgiving for Rutland at Peterborough Cathedral—celebrating England’s smallest, yet proudest, county.

With reorganisation of Local Government ahead, its ceremonial status must be protected.

#Rutland #LocalGovernment #Community #Devolution
March 3, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Today, Stamford marked #HolocaustMemorialDay with a moving service at St Michael’s Churchyard.

Visit the Town Hall next week (10:30–3:30) to view student artwork on this year’s theme, ‘For a Better Future.’

#LightTheDarkness #HMD2025
January 24, 2025 at 7:42 PM
🚦 Have your say! Lincolnshire County Council proposes reducing the speed limit on Little Casterton Rd, Stamford, to 30mph for improved safety.

🗓 Comments by: 12th Feb 2025
📩 Email: [email protected]

Your input matters!

#Stamford #RoadSafety #CommunityConsultation
January 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
🌨️Snow is on the way! Lincolnshire gritters are out tonight, covering nearly 2,000 miles of roads, including A & B roads, routes to towns, villages, schools, and hospitals—including here in #Stamford. ❄️

⚠️ Not all routes are gritted—drive carefully!

More info: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/news/article...
January 4, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Grateful for the support of friends, family, and our community this year.
Here’s to joy, love, and exciting opportunities in 2025!

#MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear
December 24, 2024 at 8:24 PM
Attended the beautiful Carol Concert at Stamford Hospital. Huge thanks to the incredible staff for their dedication throughout the year and over Christmas. It was a joy to sing with patients, staff, and visitors—such a special community moment. 🎄🎶 #Stamford
December 23, 2024 at 3:43 PM
Thrilled to recently open the stunning Gladwell & Patterson Gallery in Stamford! 🎨✨

Their incredible restoration of the former HSBC bank on High Street is a huge win for our town. A beautiful space showcasing art & supporting local businesses. 👏

Pop in & see it for yourself! 🖼️
December 5, 2024 at 11:38 AM
🚗⚡ Exciting news! #Lincolnshire's Local EV Infrastructure Fund project is rolling out 109 new EV chargepoints, including Recreation Ground Rd in #Stamford! These accessible 7.4kW chargers are set to be installed early next year. Stay tuned!
November 25, 2024 at 10:56 AM
✨ What a joy to welcome the fabulous Craig Revel Horwood to Stamford to switch on our Christmas lights! 🎄

Honoured to introduce him as Mayor and kick off the festive season with such amazing community spirit. 🌟

#StamfordChristmas #FestiveFun
November 21, 2024 at 8:39 PM
Last night, I went to see Miracle On 34th Street: The Musical at Stamford Arts Centre – by College Players! 🎄🎶✨

Amazing performances & heartwarming fun for all ages. Still time to catch it – runs until Sat 23rd Nov! 🎅🏻

#MiracleOn34thStreet #SantaClausIsComingToTown
November 21, 2024 at 8:11 AM
Mark your calendars! This Thursday, #Stamford comes alive with the magic of the Christmas Light Switch-On. Join us for an unforgettable evening to kick off the festive season!
November 18, 2024 at 9:11 AM