Good Companions is a local charity which aims to support people from the Clifton, Wilford and Silverdale areas who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation. We run friendship groups each week around the Clifton area which offer refreshments and a chat, quizzes, a raffle, bingo and a range … [Read more...]
New season & developments at the Framework Knitters Museum
The Framework Knitters Museum in Ruddington has launched an exciting new programme of workshops and events for the autumn, ranging from folk music nights, to contemporary art to children’s crafting. The renowned, award-winning independent museum is a unique surviving example of a 19th century … [Read more...]
Local Mum to take on the Great Wall of China for charity
Shamim Khan from West Bridgford is looking forward to taking on a challenge of a lifetime by walking The Great Wall of China. Between Saturday 18th and Sunday 26th October 2025, Shamim and a team of others will be raising funds for Your Local Air Ambulance (Warwickshire & … [Read more...]
Sandra Taylor Retires After 45 Years of Dance Excellence
After 45 years of inspiring generations of dancers in West Bridgford, Sandra Taylor, founder of the Sandra Taylor School of Dance (STSD), is retiring. Sandra opened the school in 1980, drawing on her love of dance and teaching. From its first classes at local venues, STSD has grown into a … [Read more...]
FHP donates to Footprints’ new Clifton centre
Chartered surveyors Fisher Hargreaves Proctor (FHP) has donated to Nottingham charity Footprints Conductive Education Centre, enabling it to progress with the next phase of works at its new centre in Clifton. A previous supporter of the charity, FHP, which has offices in Nottingham, Derby, and … [Read more...]
A Night of Local Talent in East Leake
Get ready, East Leake! On Saturday 22nd November, the Village Hall will once again come alive with the sounds of homegrown talent as Music Extravaganza 3 takes centre stage. Doors open at 6:30pm, and from start to finish audiences can expect an evening packed with variety, energy, and community … [Read more...]
Bingham u3a uses local companies to help celebrate
In 2025 Bingham u3a is 25 years old. To start the birthday celebrations a celebratory dinner/dance will be held at Bingham’s local Leisure Centre (The Arena) on Saturday 18th October. The food will be supplied by local company Rhubarbs and (some of) the beer is being brewed by Linear brewery, a … [Read more...]
One more year of The Bookcase…
In September 2026 The Bookcase will be 30 years old so a lovely moment for us to celebrate the wonderful adventure we have had and for me to retire! Of course this has not been a decision made quickly or easily, but it is great that I have been able to make it on my own terms. The shop premises and … [Read more...]
Cash splash for canalside cottages thanks to packaging firm
A charitable trust that was formed to celebrate the heritage of Beeston Canal and its cottages has been given a cash boost by The Wilkins Group who are based in Colwick. Having restored the historic weir cottages at Beeston Lock, Canalside Heritage Centre opened to the public as a heritage, … [Read more...]
Nominations open for the 2026 Broxtowe Voluntary Awards
The Broxtowe Voluntary Awards are back and now accepting nominations for the 2026 awards. These awards are a chance to celebrate truly outstanding individuals who have gone the extra mile in communities across the Borough. If you know a local hero in Broxtowe who deserves their recognition for … [Read more...]