It’s exactly 40 years since the University of the Third Age welcomed its first “students”. But these were not students in the conventional sense - there’s very little studying done and nobody comes away with a degree! u3a was set up in 1982 to give retired and semi-retired people (plus those who … [Read more...]
Nature Tour Fundraising Thank you
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust was delighted to have the wonderful opportunity to connect some amazing fundraisers with their local reserve – Wilwell Farm Cutting. As a thank you for generously raising £584 towards our Ancient Woodland Appeal, Volunteer Warden Gordon Dyne took the 2nd Lady Bay … [Read more...]
Local History: The Friary Church
As people moved to live in West Bridgford in the late 19th century many of them wanted an alternative to the parish church. The Congregationalists were one such group and in September 1897 the Friary church was formed with 25 members, most of whom came from the Friar Lane chapel in Nottingham – … [Read more...]
‘Ay Up Me Duck’ take part in Red Bull Soapbox race in London
After months of building and planning, a group of friends from West Bridgford took part in the Red Bull Soapbox race at Alexandra Palace in London on the 3rd July 2022. After competing in the race in 2019 (with a soapbox called Defender which was themed around an arcade game console) the team, … [Read more...]
Electric Vehicle Event at Notcutts Wheatcroft Garden Centre
Join us at Notcutts Garden Centres Wheatcroft, Nottingham this weekend (10th & 11th September) for our Electric Vehicle Event. See the latest range of electric vehicles from Volkswagen, Kia, Honda, Lexus, Ford, Nissan, MG & Toyota and get useful tips on owning & running an electric … [Read more...]
Bus name honours England’s Euro keeper
trentbarton has this morning named a bus after England’s triumphant Women’s Euro 2022 goalkeeper Mary Earps. The mainline bus will serve Mary’s childhood hometown of West Bridgford. Following the Lionesses’ 2-1 extra-time triumph over Germany at Wembley, trentbarton wanted to honour the team’s … [Read more...]
Performance Mentor joins the ranks at West Bridgford Tennis Club
Coach Andy Higham is to join West Bridgford Tennis Club as the brand new Performance Mentor on the Masters programme, from September this year. The Club runs a full and comprehensive programme every term with lessons to suit all ages and abilities. Head Coach Jack Large, has developed the whole … [Read more...]
Another successful event for the WB RNLI Fundraisers!
On 23rd July, the West Bridgford RNLI and the West Bridgford Youth Link, who provide a range of support and services for young people with disabilities, teamed up to run a fantastic Coffee and Cake morning at the Youth Centre on Central Avenue. A wide selection of delicious cakes and treats, baked … [Read more...]
To North Africa, up Mount Toubkal and back in 4 days!
Six Firefighters from across Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service will be climbing Mount Toubkal in September to raise much needed funds for a charity close to their hearts. Located in the Atlas Mountains, Mount Toubkal is the highest peak in North Africa; standing at 4,167m tall. The girls … [Read more...]
There’s only one week to go until The Tour of Britain returns to Rushcliffe!
The fifth stage of The Tour of Britain national cycling race is only one week away and cycling fans, residents and businesses are eager to celebrate the prestigious sporting event as it returns to the Borough on Thursday September 8. All the latest information including an interactive map, where to … [Read more...]
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