On Tuesday the 24th of November, the children at Leahurst Road Preschool took fund raising into their own hands, by taking part in a sponsored obstacle course. Set out by staff, the course was made up of different sections, each testing different areas of their physical capabilities in a safe … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2020
Magical lights at Wollaton Hall
If you didn't know, Wollaton Hall has been transformed this year with an amazing Light Trail Spectacle, so Carly and her family went along and they certainly wasn't disappointed! Wollaton Hall has been transformed into an enchanting light spectacle and WOW it's amazing! We followed a trail … [Read more...]
Simple steps to stay safe at Rushcliffe parks, open spaces and play areas this Christmas
Residents and visitors to Rushcliffe Borough Council owned parks and play areas are being reminded to follow simple steps to have fun safely this festive season. It is anticipated many sites including Rushcliffe Country Park and Bridgford Park will be among those to remain very popular across … [Read more...]
Local fostering agency hosts virtual Santa visits to bring festive cheer to children
A West Bridgford based independent fostering agency will be hosting virtual Santa visits to bring festive cheer to foster children who may not make it to his grotto this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many children won’t have the opportunity to visit Santa in the normal way this … [Read more...]
Cinema Moves A Step Closer As Work Continues On Beeston Square
The team behind Beeston’s new cinema has provided an update on its progress, with work continuing safely on site during the most recent lockdown measures. Despite the varying restrictions on construction work since the first national lockdown in March, the build of the cinema has progressed … [Read more...]
School students send love around the world this Christmas
School teacher Ms Ortega of West Bridgford School, proposed the idea to her classes of sending Christmas cards to those who could feel isolated this Christmas, here is her story: Earlier this month, my family experienced the upsetting news that my aunt had passed away at the age of 67 … [Read more...]
Beeston Branch Make Christmas Donation To Local Food Bank
The Nottingham’s Beeston branch has made a gesture that will help put food on the tables of local families who need it most this Christmas. When the building society made charitable funds available and asked its branches to nominate projects that help the most vulnerable in their communities … [Read more...]
Local Church Rethinks Christmas
Due to COVID restrictions severely limiting normal seasonal activities, a church has rethought its offering to the Community this year. Whereas use of the Church building has lots of limitations on it, the car park hasn’t, so this Saturday they are putting on a magical ‘Christmas Drive-Thru’ for … [Read more...]
East Leake announces annual Community award winner
October and November saw the residents of East Leake Voting for their Community Award Winner for 2020. This award is given in recognition of people or groups who have made a significant contribution to village life during the past 12 months. Previous winners have been Mel Roper, Kevin Shaw … [Read more...]
Cotgrave Candleby Lane school children explore science inspired by traditional events and festivals
Children at Cotgrave Candleby Lane School have been exploring science inspired by traditional festivals and events like Diwali and Bonfire Night. Charlie Reeves is a Year 1 teacher at the school and explained the exciting day when children became practical scientists. “We used festivals and … [Read more...]