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Tuk Tuk’ing into a picnic

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More than ever there’s a need to get out in the fresh air if only to catch the last few rays of the Autumn sunshine, enjoy the nature around us, and of course connect with family and friends in a safe and socially distant manner. The Rosie May Foundation’s Little Pink Tuk Tuk, Rosie, who for … [Read more...]

Halloween doesn’t have to be cancelled by Dani Bacon

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For many, the Autumn season is their favourite time of year, and for good reason. Who doesn’t love cosy knit jumpers, orange leaves, pumpkin spice, and of course Halloween? This year hasn’t been quite what we all expected, along with the difficulties of current life, many of our favourite … [Read more...]

News from The Bookcase – “more than just a bookshop”

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The Bookcase in Lowdham is well known in the area for being more than “just a book shop”. Here owner Jane Streeter updates us with recent news and the exciting introduction of Youtube interviews: We have lots to report from The Bookcase this month! We have extended our opening hours and are now … [Read more...]

Construction to begin soon on £800M neighbourhood near Clifton

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Major construction works are expected to begin in the coming months on the vast £800m neighbourhood on the outskirts of Clifton.  3,000 homes are due to be built at what is described as ‘one of the largest housing and employment developments in the East Midlands’. Exploratory … [Read more...]

Beeston in the lead for Skateboarding Spaces, Youth Culture & Creativity

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Facilities for Skate Boarding could come to Beeston – Inspired by a government grant won by community group Skate Nottingham and educational charity Ignite! It envisages skateboard-friendly sculptures in Beeston and across the Borough - designed and built by local young people and school children, … [Read more...]

Think you may have COVID-19? Information on the current mobile testing units in our area

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With the current rise in Coronavirus cases across the county, a number of mobile testing units (MTUs) have been located across the area to improve testing facilities. If you think you may have symptoms such as a high temperature, a change to your sense of smell or taste or a new … [Read more...]

Budapest returns to Beeston this Autumn and Winter at local indie venue

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Budapest returns to Beeston this Autumn and winter in the form of a ruin bar at local events venue, The Garage. The Ruin Bar is a unique and off beat themed indie bar found in ex-Barton bus garages in Beeston. Expect to find bicycles dangling from the ceiling, private booths made from 1930s … [Read more...]

Always leave your contact details at pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and public premises to help combat coronavirus

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Residents in Rushcliffe and wider Nottinghamshire are being reminded they must by law record their contact details when visiting pubs, restaurants, hairdressers, premises and venues from today (Friday) to help track and trace cases of coronavirus. Businesses and other public settings where people … [Read more...]

Local author holds poster campaign in Beeston

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If you’re a bookworm looking for something a bit different, the first half of October 2020 may be an interesting time for you – especially if you live in Beeston. Local author Penelope Wallace is aiming to run a poster campaign with a difference. During lockdown, Ms Wallace’s neighbours have … [Read more...]