In July, Year 6 pupils from Chetwynd Spencer Academy spent an afternoon at Tesco in Toton with Claire (Tesco Toton’s Community Champion) to raise awareness of the summer food donation point in store. They handed out shopping lists from the charities Trussell and Fareshare to help the customers buy … [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...]
Beeston Fields Flying High Academy is Outstanding!
Beeston Fields Flying High Academy has been graded Outstanding in all areas following its recent inspection. The report says, ‘Pupils at Beeston Fields Flying High Academy thrive in an aspirational and nurturing environment. They benefit from an exceptional quality of education. The school is … [Read more...]
Broxtowe Parks Earn Green Flag Recognition
Five sites in Broxtowe proudly wave their Green Flag Awards, showcasing the high quality of the green spaces. Managed by Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, the Green Flag Awards are the international mark of quality for parks and open … [Read more...]
Tesco’s Community Champions celebrate with Hope House
Recently, Hope House in Beeston asked the Tesco Community Champions from both the Toton and Beeston stores to help support celebrating their 15th birthday. The Tesco stores donated BBQ food such as sausages, hot dog rolls, coal for the BBQ, drinks, bunting, ice pops for the children, raffle prizes … [Read more...]
Flooring manufacturer donates to Nottingham Casuals RFC
Nottingham Casuals RFC has recently seen its clubhouse upgraded, with new flooring donated by Forbo Flooring Systems and installed by FITA and WEBS Training apprentices. Since its initial founding in 1922, Nottingham Casuals RFC has been a mainstay in the local community. Playing out of the Ken … [Read more...]
Platform supports mental health focused community garden
Visitors to a popular community garden in Beeston are set to benefit from a restoration project following a donation from nearby housing association Platform Home Ownership. Middle Street Garden, in the heart of the up and coming town received £700 recently which will help to restore one of the … [Read more...]
Land sale unlocks new school development and housing scheme
A landmark transaction in Bramcote, has paved the way for the construction of a new modern, purpose built secondary school to be built nearby and the delivery of hundreds of new homes. The deal, which completed last week, has seen the sale of a 40 acre site at Coventry Lane, Bramcote to … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire Hospice celebrates opening of Beeston shop
The community of Beeston came out in force on Thursday, as Nottinghamshire Hospice opened its ninth and newest shop in Beeston. Located on Villa Street opposite Sainsbury’s, the grand opening was a joyful celebration of community spirit and support for hospice care. As a crowd gathered, the ribbon … [Read more...]
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