Local identical twins, Alice and Florence Danielson aged 8 from West Bridgford, took to the water to perform their “It Takes 2” duet at the Robin Hood Artistic Swimming Competition in Hucknall. Too young to compete for points, the dynamic duo, warmed the judges up with their pre-swim and wowed the audience with their super-synchronised moves. The girls attend Jesse Gray School and are part of … read more...
Another successful Broxtowe Green Festival!
Last September we held the first ‘Broxtowe Green Festival’ at Inham Nook bowling green and it was a huge success! Following on from that, we decided to host another one at Round Hill Primary School on Saturday … read more...
Friends of Beeston Station planting for the Queen!
Members of Friends of Beeston Station (FOBS) recently spent a special afternoon planting red, white and blue plants in the flower baskets at Beeston Station. It is hoped the plants will be flowering in time … read more...
Makers Night returns to Ruddington
Ruddington's annual Makers Night is back this month, returning to its original summer spot in the calendar. Organised by the award winning Ruddington Village Market in partnership with the Framework Knitters … read more...
95th Birthday Celebrations in Burton Joyce for much loved Resident
It was party time in Burton Joyce last week as family, friends and McCarthy and Stone staff celebrated Wisteria Place homeowner, Walter Gee’s 95th birthday. Everyone at the Retirement Living development on Old … read more...
Woodborough Summer Fair shaping up to be the best one yet
This year’s Woodborough Summer Fair is shaping up to be the best one yet! The free to enter event will take place on Saturday 16th July from 1-5pm on the village sports field behind the village hall on Lingwood … read more...
A sweet return to East Leake Carnival
After an absence of two years due to Covid, plans are well under way for the return of our popular East Leake Carnival, to be held on 25th June. This event is one of the highlights of our village year, with a … read more...
The Final Line-up announced for Meadowlands
MEADOWLANDS have announced the final additions to the Gerry Cinnamon headlined all-dayer. Taking place on the Friday (3rd June) of the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend, Meadowlands is a brand new festival held at … read more...
Local boxing YouTube channel is going around the globe
Just over a year ago, two friends began a boxing YouTube channel which includes a weekly fan show. They wanted to engage with boxing fans from around the globe and share views with some of the biggest names in … read more...
Beeston Methodist Church plans major modernisation project
Beeston Methodist Church is planning a £1.6m modernisation scheme to enable it to respond better to community needs in the 21st century. The distinctive 120-year building on Chilwell Road is already used by … read more...
Sundown Adventureland shares the love with locals by offering discounted tickets
Sundown Adventureland is hosting its first Locals Weekend this year, to thank its most loyal and local fans for their continued support. On Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th May, guests living in selected … read more...
Come and learn about nature at Cotgrave Country Park
Looking for outdoor nature learning this year- want to add a few ‘points’ to your identification skills- have a good time with like-minded people? The Friends of Cotgrave Country Park have a full programme of … read more...
Heritage project to mark 50 years of Beeston mental health support centre
The experiences and memories of Nottinghamshire residents who have been supported by Middle Street Resource Centre (MSRC) are to be collected as part of a heritage project to mark 50 years of the Centre. MSRC … read more...
‘Looking After Our Planet Earth’ at Leahurst Road Preschool
The children at Leahurst Road Preschool wasted no time in getting stuck into some planting upon their return after the Easter break. The “Looking After Our Planet Earth” theme was also in prominence from the … read more...