A soldier from Chilwell who was killed in action in 2007 will be remembered thanks to a new street sign, named in his honour. After several years of planning, Broxtowe Borough Council, in conjunction with Keepmoat Limited, have unveiled the new street sign for Brelsford Close, named after Sgt … [Read more...]
The hard work continues at Beeston Station
It’s been a busy year for the Friends of Beeston Station (FOBS). Trish Roberts-Thomson left the group in November after 8 years as chair. She contributed a lot over that time and we wish her well. The year started with the opening of the lifts and is ending with the start of work to refurbish … [Read more...]
The hard work continues at Beeston Station
It’s been a busy year for the Friends of Beeston Station (FOBS). Trish Roberts-Thomson left the group in November after 8 years as chair. She contributed a lot over that time and we wish her well. The year started with the opening of the lifts and is ending with the start of work to refurbish … [Read more...]
Performing Arts School Launch New Classes
Little Voices, the much-loved UK-wide performing arts school, has launched in Kegworth – bringing exciting new opportunities in drama, singing, and confidence-building for local children. These small classes (no more than eight children per group) are designed for ages 4–18 and provide a warm, … [Read more...]
Beeston Bee Trail takes flight!
The Civic Society is buzzing to launch the Beeston Bee Trail in partnership with Broxtowe Borough Council – an interactive experience celebrating bees, biodiversity, and Beeston’s unique community spirit, thanks to a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Have been launched on Saturday … [Read more...]
Prickly patients receive cash boost from global packaging firm
A local charity dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating hedgehogs has received a welcome boost thanks to a £1,000 donation from global packaging firm, The Wilkins Group. The Beeston-based charity called Hedgepigs, founded by Deborah Brown in 2018, has used the funds to purchase an ultrasound … [Read more...]
Community Panto Reaches 75 Annual Shows
Hoist the main sail and climb the rigging, the Pearson Centre for Young People is preparing to set sail for Smugglers’ Cove to bring all the landlubbers of Beeston a rip-roaring panto, Treasure Island. The Centre has a long history of performance, with the 17th Nottingham Boys’ Brigade first … [Read more...]
Broxtowe residents supported to become financially resilient
Now in its fourth year of operation, Citizens Advice Broxtowe’s Financial Resilience Programme continues to provide hundreds of residents with support thanks to a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund administered by Broxtowe Borough Council. The programme provides residents with all aspects of … [Read more...]
One Step at a Time marathon charity walk raises over £8,000
A 26-mile fundraising walk connecting Nottingham landmarks including Trent Bridge and Meadow Lane, was not only ‘a powerful day of community, remembrance and support for the city’s baby loss communities’, according to the event’s organisers Forever Stars, but also raised a record-breaking … [Read more...]
Street artist transforms utility box in Cator Lane Park
On Sunday 28th September, a previously graffitied utility box in Cator Lane Park was unveiled showing a vibrant celebration of local wildlife, thanks to the creative talents of street artist Soap. The project, delivered by Beeston and District Civic Society was generously funded by Councillor … [Read more...]
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