On Wednesday 6th November Nottingham Racecourse welcomed residents, their carers and family members from Nottingham Community Housing Association, Mencap and Church Farm Care to their race day season finale to enjoy an afternoon at the races. Visitors included George Wildgust, whose family … [Read more...]
Did you know that we have a choir in Calverton?
No? Well we do, and we are looking for new members! The choir has been running for many years, and started life as Calverton Churches Together Choir, with people from the local churches joining together to do something that they all enjoyed; singing! We have evolved over the years, and you do … [Read more...]
Calverton footballers score funding boost
Young footballers in Calverton are celebrating after hitting the back of the net with a community grant from a regional housebuilder to help fund a new kit. Calverton Colts Football Club, provides inclusive football coaching for individuals with disabilities was awarded £1,000 from Persimmon … [Read more...]
Recovery accommodation planned at former Calverton farm
Accommodation to help dozens of recovering addicts find work, is expected to be built at a former Calverton farm; at a time the problem has been described as ‘the worst it’s ever been’ by a charity. The plans have been recommended for approval which would allow a building to be constructed that … [Read more...]
Over 55s apartment scheme planned for Burton Joyce
An apartment block for people over the age of 55 has been earmarked for development in Burton Joyce and work could begin next year. The plans were submitted to Gedling Borough Council by Gedling Homes. The planning documents state "This proposal provides a 'fit for purpose' development for the … [Read more...]
Labour candidate welcomes new services from the CORE Centre
Jerry Hague Labour candidate for Sherwood was full of praise for the hard work of the staff at the CORE Centre in Calverton and the wide range of services provided. Jerry said "It was a pleasure to meet the team at the CORE Centre which has provided a wide range of courses and activities in the … [Read more...]
Burton Joyce Christmas Market
Come along to the Burton Joyce community Christmas Market on Saturday 9th November. There will be more than 30 market stalls as well as a selection of hot food, mince pies and a coffee shop. The stalls also now accept card payments. Tickets are also on sale for ‘Santa’s Express’, at the Great … [Read more...]
Councillor Vacancy
Following the resignation of Elly Jones last month, we now have a vacancy for a new Councillor. If you are interested in becoming a Councillor, please call the Parish Office on 0115 9314084 or write to the Parish Clerk [email protected] indicating what skills you can bring … [Read more...]
Annual fireworks display
The annual village fireworks display will be held at the Poplars Sports Ground on Friday 1st November. Food and a licenced bar will be available from 5:30pm, beacons will be lit at 6:45pm and the firework display will start at 7.30pm. We hope to see you at what is always a hugely popular event in … [Read more...]
Children’s Sensory Therapy workshop
Children who have experienced early life trauma can sometimes experience difficulties with their sensory processing. For example, they may present as hypervigilant to their environment (over responsive in visual and hearing sensation), and be defensive to nurturing touch, or touch that isn't on … [Read more...]