On the 18th July, over £2K was raised during a memorial cricket match at Thrumpton C.C in memory of a young cricketer. Back in late 2020, many people were rocked by the sudden loss of 26-year-old Jordan Harbottle. Jordan was an avid cricketer and passionate sports fan and in recent years had … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2021
Nottingham CAMRA launch ‘Back to the Pub’ Campaign
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted on all aspects of the economy and perhaps none more so that the hospitality sector. Whilst initiative such as the furlough scheme have been a boon, the only sustainable way to save our pubs is for the public to start visiting them again. Nottingham CAMRA have … [Read more...]
Calverton School girls brave the hair chop for charity!
Five generous girls at Salterford House School have all donated their long-grown locks this summer to The Little Princess Trust, to help children suffering with cancer restore their confidence and identity. In early July, KH Hair in Arnold cut a total of 256 inches of hair off the girls, which … [Read more...]
Come to the Attenborough, Beeston and Chilwell Arts’ Trail
Twenty nine artists in sixteen venues: painters and potters; jewellers and sculptors; textiles, photography and glass workers. The Attenborough, Beeston and Chilwell Art’s trail will take place on 4th & 5th September 2021 from 11am – 5pm and it’s completely free. It’s been a long wait but … [Read more...]
Over 2000 people have been helped by the NG11 Foodbank
Since July 2020, the food bank covering the NG11 postcode area has provided food parcels, information, signposting, and encouragement to over 2000 local residents. This number includes 1,051 children under 16 years old. Although commonly referred to as the Clifton Foodbank because the work runs … [Read more...]
Wildlife-rich greenspace should be central to the future plans of Broadmarsh
Following the announcement that internationally renowned architect Thomas Hetherwick had been appointed alongside development company Stories to create a new vision for the former Broadmarsh site in Nottingham City Centre, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has today re-iterated its view that … [Read more...]
Plans for an Aldi store in West Bridgford announced
New plans are being brought forward for a new Aldi store on land between the Wilford Lane Tram Stop and The Becket Way, north of Wilford Lane. The multi-million-pound investment would see Aldi open a modern spacious store, create around 40 new full and part time jobs, bring a site that is … [Read more...]
New Play Area Opens on Dovecote Lane Recreation Ground
Following extensive work through Spring the fully refurbished play area on Dovecote Lane Recreation Ground in Beeston is now open! Thanks to a £73,440 grant from funding body FCC Communities Foundation and a contribution of £5,000 from United Living (the Councils’ Housing Construction Partner) … [Read more...]
Cotgrave Country Park set to hold family fun day
Cotgrave Country Park will host a special fun day this August! The first Fun Day event in Cotgrave Country Park is taking place on August 22nd from 11.00am to 3.00pm. The event is kindly supported by The Co-op Community Fund. Entry to the event is free. Our Country parks have been well needed … [Read more...]
Clifton Councillors share the importance of biodiversity
Over the last month Clifton East Councillors have been giving away some wonderful items to protect bees, insects, birds and hedgehogs. Below Clifton East Councillor Maria Watson talks about the initiative: We believe we must do all we can to ensure the survival of these little creatures. So far, … [Read more...]