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...]
Old Paul Smith building to become The Tap House
A notable building in Nottingham, famed for being the first Paul Smith store in the city is set to be transformed into a self-serve craft beer bar. The Tap House at 10 Byard Lane will serve more than 20 craft beers, lagers, ciders and natural wines. It will also serve pizzas. Sam Benjamin said: … [Read more...]
Severe weather warnings lead to postponement of Robin Hood Pageant
This year’s Robin Hood Pageant, which was scheduled to take place this weekend (Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October), has been postponed until Spring 2020 due to poor ground conditions following the unseasonably wet autumn weather. High rainfall in previous weeks has left the ground waterlogged and … [Read more...]
Pub group restructures following liquidation
The Nottingham-based independent pub group Great Northern Inns has been restructured after being liquidated last month. The group has now rebranded as Great Northern Group and will continue to operate as normal. Great Northern Group currently owns and operates 11 venues across Nottinghamshire … [Read more...]
Group to Trek 100km across Sahara Desert in aid of Air Ambulance
A group of 26 people from Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire are set to endure the gruelling heat of the Sahara Desert in aid of the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance. The team will spend 5 days trekking through one of the world’s most inhabitable places in a bid to raise vital funds for the … [Read more...]
American-themed music bar to create twenty jobs
A new dive bar-inspired music venue in Nottingham is set to open in October, creating up to 20 jobs. Billy Bootleggers, a 250-capacity space situated at the site of the former Gypsy Lounge on Weekday Cross, will serve up American-themed food and drink and play host to regular live music events. The … [Read more...]