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Attenborough Church Pre-School celebrates 65 years!

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On the sunny afternoon of Tuesday 12th May, an exciting event occurred at Attenborough Village Hall, attended by many. It was a celebration of the 65th year of Attenborough Church Pre-School, a not-for-profit organisation, and offered fantastic fun for everyone. Tesco Toton had kindly provided … [Read more...]

Beeston Scout Takes on 71-Mile Bike Ride for World Jamboree

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A 14-year-old Scout from Beeston is preparing to cycle more than 70 miles in a determined fundraising challenge to help him attend one of the world’s biggest international Scouting events. Adam Field, a member of 3rd Chilwell Explorer Scouts, has been selected as part of the Nottinghamshire … [Read more...]

Big celebration event at Beeston Methodist Church on 20 June

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Beeston Methodist Church (BMC) is organising a major celebration on Saturday 20 June 2026 to mark the official opening of the redeveloped sanctuary at its premises on Chilwell Road in Beeston. Members will welcome the public to a special event from 10am to 12noon when the church will be open for … [Read more...]

Beeston Sea Scouts Retain National Title

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Scouts and Explorers from 2nd Beeston Sea Scouts recently competed at HMS Raleigh, Plymouth, in the Royal Navy Recognised Sea Scouts National Swimming Gala. They returned to Nottingham with the Otter Shield, awarded annually to the best-performing Sea Scout group in the country, for the second year … [Read more...]

Over £2,000 raised for the British Heart Foundation

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A quiz, pie and mash night held at Attenborough Cricket Club on 6 February has raised more than £2,000 for the British Heart Foundation, thanks to the generosity of the local community. The event was organised and hosted by Sue Poxon, who has been fundraising for the charity for the past five years … [Read more...]

Beeston Bee Trail expands its colony

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The popular Beeston Bee Trail is growing with an additional six local businesses added to the map and more prizes up for grabs, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Launched in February, the expanded trail offers double the fun with more bee facts, creative displays, and tasty treats. As ever, … [Read more...]

£2m redevelopment at Methodist Church nears completion

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After a year’s hard work, a major project to transform the sanctuary at Beeston Methodist Church is nearing completion. A vital stage was reached when representatives of Belper-based Derwent Valley Construction officially handed over the £2m scheme to members of the church redevelopment group. A … [Read more...]

£5,000 UKSPF Grant enhances Attenborough Village Hall 

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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...]