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 hundreds of people a week, who attend a wide range of church and community … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2022
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 postcodes can purchase half price tickets at £10, saving guests £10.50 on a standard adult and … [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 nature walks this year. All of these will be led by experienced guides. Bat and Moth … [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 in Beeston is a mental health-focussed community centre which offers a variety of support … [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 start. The Cress Heads, with suck on eyes and painted mouths were made by using recycled … [Read more...]
City prepares for the return of the Nottingham 10K
A number of roads around Nottingham University will be closed or have restricted access to ensure the safety of those taking part. After a three year hiatus, the countdown is on to the 2022 Nottingham 10K taking place on Sunday 22nd May which is expected to attract thousands of runners. As one of … [Read more...]
Female Football continues to grow at Bingham Town
At Bingham Town FC we have been working hard over the last few years to increase participation in our girls and women’s section. Two FA backed schemes are helping us do this; FA Wildcats and a new offering for adult women called ‘Just Play’. Wildcats is a nationwide initiative from the Football … [Read more...]
Burton Joyce Childcare provider rated Outstanding for eight years
Local childcare provider, The Lime Trees, which operates its nursery and school clubs within Burton Joyce Primary School, has been rated Outstanding once again by Ofsted. In a report released last week, all four areas of inspection: The quality of Education; Behaviour and Attitudes; Personal … [Read more...]
Sunshine, Solidaity And Sunflowers
A sunny Saturday, 30th April, saw hundreds gather near The Test Match Pub in West Bridgford to support the people of Ukraine in a march of Solidarity. The fine weather and regional promotion meant the numbers far exceeded expectations in a short march through Central Avenue finishing at Lutterell … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust urges people to take action for nature now
Today (Monday 9th May) marks six months since the landmark Environment Act was passed – the first dedicated environmental legislation for nearly 30 years and the first time England has set legally binding targets for nature’s recovery. It is only now that the details of these targets are being … [Read more...]