Since the troubles began in Ukraine at the beginning of March, East Leake Leisure Centre has been operating a drop off point for donations. Situated by the reception desk at the centre, customers and local people have been gifting a variety of items. Originally, they were being transported out to … [Read more...]
Youngsters showcase their many talons with bird mask creations
A group of talented children from a nursery in East Leake have created a set of ‘owl-some’ masks to help celebrate local birds, thanks to a donation from a local housebuilder. David Wilson Homes East Midlands – which is building a variety of three bedroom homes at The Skylarks in the village – has … [Read more...]
Batman to deliver Easter Eggs to children in Gotham
Children in the village of Gotham, south Nottinghamshire can expect a visit from super-hero Batman this Easter Sunday. The popular comic-book character will stand-in for the Easter Bunny this year and deliver chocolate eggs, where children 11 years old & under if will be eagerly waiting in their … [Read more...]
East Leake Amateur Players preparing for a new play in May!
ELAPs, East Leake’s award-winning local drama group are back on stage with their annual May Play. This year it’s “Skeg & Chips” by Geoff Freeman, directed by Deb Flinders. It tells the story of a Nottingham family and their journey to, and holiday in, Skegness. They’re an argumentative lot, … [Read more...]
East Leake pupils benefit from donation of bird watching kits
Pupils at a primary school in East Leake are furthering their efforts to observe and help local birds, thanks to a donation from a local housing developer. David Wilson Homes – which is building a range of properties at The Skylarks in the village – has donated £200 worth of bird watching kits to … [Read more...]
Save the Dates for East Leake Market!
Dates have been unveiled for the increasingly popular East Leake Market – with exciting plans for this year. There’ll be seven twilight markets across 2022, more than ever before. The first will be at 3-8pm on Friday April 8, on the main village car park on Gotham Road. It will feature an Easter … [Read more...]
Keyworth RFC march on into National Cup Quarter Final!
Keyworth RFC U18’s Colts show no sign of letting their undefeated season slip away, even when faced with opposition such as Sheffield RFC in their match they played on Sunday 16th January 2022. There were only 16 teams left in the RFU National Cup, where they played at Sheffield’s impressive home … [Read more...]
First cut made at new £875K Pavilion on Costock Road
Work has commenced on the new Sports Pavilion on Costock Road, worth around £875K, following a ‘ceremonial ground-breaking’ involving some of our Councillors. Funding for this project has been achieved by way of a grant from the Premier League, The Football Association, and Government via the … [Read more...]
The East Leake WI end 2021 with some great local events
During the run up to Christmas our WI members enjoyed a range of events and activities until the, now familiar, escalation of Covid safety measures made it necessary to cancel our Monthly Meeting on 14th December. Happily, our earlier events and activities had all gone ahead as planned making it … [Read more...]
Help stop the extinction of hedgehogs
The extinction of the only spiny mammal in Britain is a very real threat! The European Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) evolved to how we know them today, about 15 million years ago! But, since the 1950’s their decline has been significant. It is thought their numbers were as high as 36 million but … [Read more...]
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