We are delighted to announce that our local charity 10k race is back for 2022! If you've been inspired to get your trainers on by the summer of sports, or you just love to run and are looking for a challenge, either way, this run is for you. Taking place on Sunday 16th October, you'll run along … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2022
Young hero honoured at housebuilder’s road unveiling
A road to commemorate a brave 12-year-old boy who lost his life has been officially unveiled by his family and friends in Beeston. Barratt Homes recently welcomed Nicola and Gary Jenkins, parents of the hero Owen Jenkins, to its Beeston Quarter development to open the road named after their son on … [Read more...]
Green Flag award retained by five of Broxtowe’s Open Spaces
Five Broxtowe open spaces are celebrating after it was announced they have retained their Green Flag awards. The five parks that have been awarded are: • Bramcote Hills Park • Colliers Wood (Moorgreen) • Alexandrina Plantation (Bramcote) • Brinsley Headstocks • The Old Church Tower … [Read more...]
Viva Nottingham!
If you've been in the city centre recently, you may well have noticed the many international languages being spoken. That's because for the first time since the covid pandemic, overseas students are returning to Nottingham to attend International summer schools. France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Saudi … [Read more...]
‘Ay Up Me Duck’ take part in Red Bull Soapbox race in London
After months of building and planning, a group of friends from West Bridgford took part in the Red Bull Soapbox race at Alexandra Palace in London on the 3rd July 2022. After competing in the race in 2019 (with a soapbox called Defender which was themed around an arcade game console) the team, … [Read more...]
Electric Vehicle Event at Notcutts Wheatcroft Garden Centre
Join us at Notcutts Garden Centres Wheatcroft, Nottingham this weekend (10th & 11th September) for our Electric Vehicle Event. See the latest range of electric vehicles from Volkswagen, Kia, Honda, Lexus, Ford, Nissan, MG & Toyota and get useful tips on owning & running an electric … [Read more...]
Bus name honours England’s Euro keeper
trentbarton has this morning named a bus after England’s triumphant Women’s Euro 2022 goalkeeper Mary Earps. The mainline bus will serve Mary’s childhood hometown of West Bridgford. Following the Lionesses’ 2-1 extra-time triumph over Germany at Wembley, trentbarton wanted to honour the team’s … [Read more...]
Games, laughter and excitement with the East Leake WI
We were delighted to welcome two more new members and a returning visitor to our August monthly meeting. A very sociable evening followed as we took a break from life’s stresses and strains just using some paper, pencils and dice! In the cool of the village hall, amid much laughter and kindly … [Read more...]
Performance Mentor joins the ranks at West Bridgford Tennis Club
Coach Andy Higham is to join West Bridgford Tennis Club as the brand new Performance Mentor on the Masters programme, from September this year. The Club runs a full and comprehensive programme every term with lessons to suit all ages and abilities. Head Coach Jack Large, has developed the whole … [Read more...]
Another successful event for the WB RNLI Fundraisers!
On 23rd July, the West Bridgford RNLI and the West Bridgford Youth Link, who provide a range of support and services for young people with disabilities, teamed up to run a fantastic Coffee and Cake morning at the Youth Centre on Central Avenue. A wide selection of delicious cakes and treats, baked … [Read more...]