In May, The East Leake WI welcomed back Linda Davey from Nottinghamshire Federation to lead the Annual Meeting and Resolution Debate. This is the chance for the members to have their say and contribute to the business and campaigning side of the WI. The group have enjoyed a full programme of monthly meetings, events and activities this WI year as well as welcoming a variety of excellent speakers … read more...
Beeston Church creates a time capsule
Young people at Beeston Methodist Church in Chilwell Road have assembled a time capsule for future generations to discover. Junior Church members enjoyed gathering an array of material to put in the air-tight … read more...
A Thriving Community Theatre with Big Ambitions
One of the brightest stars in the local arts scene, the East Bridgford and Bingham Drama Group (EBBDG) has a proud tradition of bringing quality theatre to our community. With roots dating back to 1949, the … read more...
The Children’s Society opens new Charity Book Shop in Calverton
Leading national children’s charity, The Children’s Society, has opened a new book shop in the heart of Calverton on Thursday 8 May, bringing a cozy and enchanting shopping experience to the local community and … read more...
RideWise Celebrates 20 Years of Changing Lives
Nottinghamshire’s favourite cycling and walking charity, RideWise, has just turned 20, and they had a celebration worthy of two decades of pedal power, fresh air, and life-changing impact! Since 2005, … read more...
NUSA shines bright as a Beacon School for Holocaust Education and Inclusion
Nottingham University Samworth Academy (NUSA) is proudly leading the way in Holocaust education earning its reputation as a Beacon School, recognised for outstanding leadership, innovation and exemplary … read more...
Pupils at Bingham Primary School Bury Time Capsule
Pupils at Bingham Primary School have created a lasting legacy for future generations after burying a time capsule, donated by Taylor Wimpey East Midlands, at their school in Bingham. The time capsule, filled … read more...
Brookside Primary School awarded OPAL Platinum Status
Brookside Primary School in East Leake, has been awarded Platinum Status by the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Primary Programme - an honour reserved for schools across the world who demonstrate the very … read more...
Lottery Cash Boost for Local Community Allotments
A local community allotment scheme has held a special event to celebrate being awarded £165,000 of National Lottery cash, securing its future for the next three years. The project in West Bridgford is run by … read more...
Paralympic gold medallist halfway through mammoth challenge
We’re halfway through the year, and Nottingham born Paralympic Gold Medallist and professional athlete Richard Whitehead MBE is halfway through his epic challenge of completing 20 marathons around the world in … read more...
Good Companions are part of Volunteers’ Week 2025
Volunteers’ Week 2025 will run from Monday 2 June to Sunday 8 June and is a UK-wide celebration to recognize the contribution of volunteers. Volunteering is vital to all charities, and Good Companions is no … read more...
24-hour charity ‘Poolathon’ to fund local defibrillator installation
On Friday 25 April, Narinder ‘Baz’ Basi and a band of other individuals took part in a 24hr charity ‘Poolathon’ to allow for the purchase and installation of a new defibrillator in Beeston Rylands. Having … read more...
Beeston and Chilwell Garden Trail
If you are looking for garden inspiration, then on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June, 20 beautiful gardens will be open as part of the 2025 Beeston and Chilwell Garden Trail. In addition to seeing otherwise … read more...
Fifteen marathon runners aiming to raise £3,000 for Forever Stars
Fifteen friends from a new Nottingham gym have joined forces to run a marathon together to raise £3,000 for Nottingham baby loss charity Forever Stars. The Moai Strength & Wellness team took on the … read more...
Tesco Toton turns gold for 6th Beeston Scout Group
6th Beeston Scout Group were the latest group to benefit from the Tesco Golden Grant scheme, after being presented with a huge cheque for £5,000! Having applied to be part of the Tesco Stronger Starts Scheme, … read more...
Framework Volunteers Join City Centre Litter Pick To Make Nottingham Shine
The first ever joint litter pick between local charity Framework and It’s in Nottingham brought together volunteers keen to enhance the cleanliness of the city centre as part of a new ‘Working Together’ … read more...
Triathlon Club Wins Triathlon England Regional Award
Nottingham Triathlon Club is proud to announce that its Swim Bike Run Local event has won a Triathlon England 2025 Regional Award, recognising its outstanding contribution to grassroots triathlon and community … read more...
Wildlife Trust marks two decades since opening Nature Centre
On Tuesday 18 March Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust marked 20 years since Sir David Attenborough opened the iconic Attenborough Nature Centre – regaling the crowd with a story of how he first discovered his … read more...
Sandra Taylor School of Dance celebrates 45 years!
The Sandra Taylor School of Dance, West Bridgford( STSD) recently presented its 45th anniversary showcase, aptly titled “45” at Nottingham Playhouse. It was a night to remember with iconic music from across … read more...