Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) is again installing a number of ‘No Mow’ areas across the Borough to act as summer pollinator sites and encourage wildlife and habitats to thrive even further.  It follows on from the success of the scheme over the last three years and compliments the national ‘No … [Read more...]

The beloved Lady Bay Open Gardens is returning this year, taking place on Saturday 22 June and Sunday 23 June from 11:00am to 4:00pm each day.  This year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a stunning display of 35 gardens. Residents across Lady Bay will be opening their … [Read more...]

The Spring Fair is one of the West Bridgford RNLI’s key annual fundraising events, and this year marked another great success!   Held on the 27th April at Lutterell Hall, the fair had a fantastic turnout from the local community. There was something for everyone; a wide variety of books, pre-loved … [Read more...]

Ofsted say Greythorn Primary School in West Bridgford is a Good school following their latest inspection.   Inspectors described the school as, ‘ambitious and inclusive’, and that, ‘The school celebrates and values its diverse community. Pupils are happy. They feel safe and well cared for. One … [Read more...]

In June, Stephanie Cooke from West Bridgford is embarking on a challenge walk to raise money for Parkinson's UK.  Stephanie, will be walking coast to coast across the widest part of England, from the furthest western point - Land's End - to the furthest eastern point - Ness Point in Lowestoft. In … [Read more...]

Robert Miles Infant School in Bingham – part of Nova Education Trust – recently took part in a sponsored read and raised a staggering £1,600.  The sponsored read was linked to the popular celebration of World Book Day but this year the school's English and Key Stage One Lead, Rosie Pilborough, was … [Read more...]

Following their semi final win over Triton, West Bridgford Hockey Club 2nd XI headed to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Sunday 5 May for the EH Men’s Tier 3 National Final.   Their opposition, Middlesbrough based Stokesley, had won 15-0 and beaten Bridgford rivals Harborne en-route to Lee … [Read more...]

The Portland Centre on the edge of the Meadows welcomed its first swimmers 110 years ago in 1914.   Portland Swimming club who are based at the Portland Centre have invested a considerable amount of money over the past few years to be able to install diving blocks for the first time in its … [Read more...]

100 Walks from the Poppy and Pint is now to be available in paperback and is due out on Monday 15th April!  In response to popular demand, this comprehensive guidebook, originally available only online, is now to be published as a limited-edition paperback. ‘100 Walks’ became popular with locals … [Read more...]

An inspirational 88-year-old woman has raised £300 for charity by completing a marathon in one month.  Former teacher and administrative worker Sheila Baker has raised the cash for The Friary Project, a local charity which helps people experiencing homelessness.  Sheila raised the money by … [Read more...]