Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) has acquired 52 acres or nearly 30 football sized pitches of land to plant over 25,000 trees and shrubs to offset carbon from its operations and keep it on track to be carbon neutral by 2030. Wolds Wood will transform the former agricultural land at the site … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2026
Rushcliffe groups invited to bid for Armed Forces Day funding
Community groups across Rushcliffe are being urged to apply for funding to host an Armed Forces Day event this summer following the announcement of a £500,000 nationwide grant scheme. The funding from central government aims to support communities who want to celebrate and recognise the dedication … [Read more...]
Writer launches new platform: Life, Love and Football
An award-winning journalist born and raised in West Bridgford has launched a website which seeks to tell the stories of football fandom, and particularly, Nottingham Forest through long-read feature pieces "for the soul, not for clicks". Peter Blackburn, who lives in Bingham but went to school in … [Read more...]
RBC plans further support for town and village centres
Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) is committed to supporting its town and village centres across the Borough, working closely with local ward members and Town and Parish Councils to develop enhancement plans. This further support is a key part of the Council’s wider Economic Growth Strategy, which … [Read more...]
Bunny C of E Primary School celebrates outstanding SATs success
There’s been lots to celebrate at Bunny C of E Primary School this year, and we’re bursting with pride! Our children have achieved some truly incredible SATs results, with 100% of pupils reaching the expected standard — an amazing achievement that has seen us ranked as the top primary school in … [Read more...]
Vicky McClure dedicates named tram to Our Dementia Choir
Nottingham-born BAFTA award-winning actress Vicky McClure, has honoured Our Dementia Choir by dedicating her named Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram to the cause. The newly named ‘Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir’ tram was unveiled during a special surprise ceremony at the NET depot, where … [Read more...]
Care Home Residents enjoy visit to Highfields Fire Station
Residents and staff from Bramwell Care Home enjoyed a memorable and informative visit to Highfields Fire Station on 30 January 2026 at 10:30am, strengthening community connections and learning more about fire safety in a welcoming and engaging environment. During the visit, residents were given a … [Read more...]
£5,000 UKSPF Grant enhances Attenborough Village Hall
Attenborough Village Hall have been able to install new functional flooring allowing for a wider range of community events, thanks to a £5,000 UK Shared Prosperity Fund grant issued by Broxtowe Borough Council. Replacing the existing outdated floor, the new instalment allows the hall to host more … [Read more...]
Butterfly bank enhanced with developer’s support
A butterfly bank at Meadow Park in East Leake has been enhanced thanks to a donation from a local housebuilder. David Wilson Homes, which is currently building new properties at The Skylarks in East Leake, contributed just over £150 to Friends of Meadow Park to support the project. The funds … [Read more...]
Celebrate the Season at East Leake Spring Fair
Spring is set to arrive in style as the much-loved Spring Fair returns to East Leake Village Hall on Saturday 11 April 2026, from 11am to 3pm. With free entry, this lively community event promises a warm welcome for families, friends, and anyone looking to enjoy a relaxed afternoon of local shopping … [Read more...]