‘Celebrating Catterntide’: Saturday 23 November, 11am - 4pm Celebrating Catterntide is a one-day free festival that commemorates the long-forgotten ‘Catterntide Day’; an annual celebration of St Catherine, the patron saint of spinners, lace-makers, rope-makers and spinsters. It also … [Read more...]
Working hard to protect the East Midlands but more heavy rain to come
The Environment Agency has been constantly monitoring, warning and informing, pumping water as well as teams on the ground dealing with blockages and other debris clearing needs around the clock over the last week. Following a month’s worth of rain in 24 hours last week constant work alongside … [Read more...]
Tram network to fall silent for act of remembrance
Nottingham’s tram network will fall silent on Monday as the city remembers the sacrifices made by the nation’s service men and women. Former members of the armed services who now work on the tramway will be joining colleagues and customers in observing a two minutes silence while NET is offering … [Read more...]
Marie’s Story
There is a commonly held misconception that bowel cancer just affects older men. This is not true. People of all ages need to be aware of the symptoms so they can be diagnosed early. Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and the second biggest cancer killer, affecting both men and … [Read more...]
Eco-friendly wrapping paper
Last year it was estimated that 108 million rolls of Christmas paper were thrown out by Brits. Even the most well-intentioned of us may not be aware that most wrapping paper cannot be recycled, specifically paper that contains plastic, foil, dye, glitter or left-over sticky tape. … [Read more...]
Hey pumpkin, what now?
Transforming a pumpkin into a jack-o’-lantern is one of the highlights of Halloween. However, after the spooky holiday we need to figure out what to do with our little scary face creations. Pumpkins are actually really great for many reasons; in fact, they taste good and they’re super healthy! … [Read more...]
Remember, remember bonfire night but make sure it’s legal and safe
If you’re planning a bonfire for the forthcoming Guy Fawkes celebrations, either at home or a larger public event, make sure what you burn is both legal and safe, says the Environment Agency. Spare a thought too for the wildlife as hedgehogs, toads, frogs, lizards and snakes may have nestled … [Read more...]
The Nottingham Centre for the National Trust
Why not join us? We have TALKS in the winter twice-monthly at the Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. PLEASE NOTE DATES AND TIMES VARY Programme for 2019: November 14 - 2:15pm - Thursday The Stoneywell Garden by Roy Mitchell November 27 – 7:30pm - Wednesday The … [Read more...]
Securing your home this winter
Nottinghamshire Police is urging homeowners to review their security as the clocks go back this weekend and the nights get darker earlier. The clocks go back an hour at 2am on Sunday (27 October 2019). The force is aiming to prevent a rise in burglaries during the darker autumn and winter months by … [Read more...]
Local man completes 50/50 challenge in memory of best friend
My name is Mike Pierrepoint I’m a Nottingham born guy and I now live in Colwick. I run a promo business called Bloom Promo Ltd and I own a music business and record label called DooBeDoo Music Ltd. I’m also a qualified masseur. In 2013 I lost my best mate Adam (who lived in Australia) to suicide … [Read more...]
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