After 53 years and 25 weeks John Holmes has finally left the BBC building and finally closed the studio door on his BBC career. It began as a studio manager in that iconic building, Broadcasting House in London, working behind the scenes for Radio 1 and 2. He suddenly found himself working … [Read more...]
East Leake & District Local History Society
On Wednesday 20th September the East Leake & District Local History Society will resume monthly meetings after the summer break with a talk by Adrian Gray about The Mayflower Pilgrims. Our current 74 members will receive email invitations to renew their annual subscription. Visitors are … [Read more...]
Heritage Open Days in Lowdham this September
Heritage Open Days are organised by The National Trust over 9 days from the 8th to 17th September 2023. It is an amazing opportunity to visit historic venues for free. Many places run special events during the nationwide festival. In Lowdham, we have two open day events, right on our doorstep. … [Read more...]
Beeston Civic Announce Additional Walk
An additional walk for National Heritage week has been announced to complement the one already publicised. Lead by Beeston Civic’s Jeanie Barton, Director of the Street Art Project, the new guided tour will explore the acclaimed town-centre artworks. Local folks, and those from further afield, … [Read more...]
Local History: More Local Road Names
As more land in West Bridgford was developed for housing, new roads continued to be needed and the use of a theme for them continued, as did the ban on the word ‘street’. When Sir Horatio David Davies became Lord of the Manor in 1889 he also named new roads after his family. These included Ella, … [Read more...]
Nottingham is a big hit with overseas school groups
"We really had a great time in Nottingham. All the children have had a lot of fun! Please thank the families on my behalf for taking such loving care of them" – Christel, Head Teacher This is one of many compliments that Nottingham Host Families have received this year from overseas school … [Read more...]
An introduction to Good Companions in Clifton
Good Companions are a small, local Clifton-based charity which aims to support people who are experiencing loneliness or social isolation. We run five weekly friendly groups in the Clifton, Wilford and Silverdale areas, and also offer a Home Visiting Scheme for people who are house-bound or … [Read more...]
Successful second Velo Belvoir
A very big thank you to everyone who supported the second Velo Belvoir on Sunday 25th June. Nearly 150 cyclists joined us on a blisteringly hot day to cycle around the beautiful Vale of Belvoir in aid of two local charities. The sun shone and shone, and the riders clocked up over 9,000 miles … [Read more...]
St Edmund Campion Primary School returns to Berlin
Before May half-term, forty Year 5 children from St Edmund Campion Primary School in West Bridgford, ranging from nine to 10-years-old, took part in an adventurous five-day trip to Berlin. This was the school’s third visit to the German capital. Apart from visiting sights such as the Brandenburg … [Read more...]
Community defibrillator installed at Cotgrave C of E Primary School
A new community defibrillator has been installed on the outside wall of Cotgrave Church of England Primary School. The new unit, which can be accessed from Plumtree Road, was unveiled by Mrs Mel Cottee, a Senior Teaching Assistant who after 25 years of service is retiring from the school. Mr … [Read more...]
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