Major construction work is on course to begin this month on a new relief road designed to ease congestion in Gedling Village. The 3.8km, single carriageway Gedling Access Road will link the A612 Trent Valley Road and Nottingham Road to Mapperley Plains, taking pressure off of a number of … [Read more...]
BJ’s Fish Bar in Burton Joyce is preparing to celebrate two decades of service in the community
BJ’s Fish Bar in Burton Joyce is preparing to celebrate two decades of service in the community, by rolling back their prices 20 years to the year 2000. From 4.30pm onwards on Wednesday 29th January, which is the 20th anniversary date of the ever- popular chippy, customers will be able to place … [Read more...]
13-year-old from Calverton receives awards for performing CPR on elderly man
13-year-old Ben Neal from Calverton recently received two awards for performing CPR on an 82-year-old man who suffered a heart attack on the motorway. On 27th July 2019, Ben was travelling with his dad, Lee and his mum, Jessica to Chessington World of Adventures, when a car suddenly stopped in … [Read more...]
Nottingham Racecourse celebrates inclusivity at their season finale as part of the #GoRacingGreen initiative
On Wednesday 6th November Nottingham Racecourse welcomed residents, their carers and family members from Nottingham Community Housing Association, Mencap and Church Farm Care to their race day season finale to enjoy an afternoon at the races. Visitors included George Wildgust, whose family … [Read more...]
Calverton footballers score funding boost
Young footballers in Calverton are celebrating after hitting the back of the net with a community grant from a regional housebuilder to help fund a new kit. Calverton Colts Football Club, provides inclusive football coaching for individuals with disabilities was awarded £1,000 from Persimmon … [Read more...]
Recovery accommodation planned at former Calverton farm
Accommodation to help dozens of recovering addicts find work, is expected to be built at a former Calverton farm; at a time the problem has been described as ‘the worst it’s ever been’ by a charity. The plans have been recommended for approval which would allow a building to be constructed that … [Read more...]
Over 55s apartment scheme planned for Burton Joyce
An apartment block for people over the age of 55 has been earmarked for development in Burton Joyce and work could begin next year. The plans were submitted to Gedling Borough Council by Gedling Homes. The planning documents state "This proposal provides a 'fit for purpose' development for the … [Read more...]
Labour candidate welcomes new services from the CORE Centre
Jerry Hague Labour candidate for Sherwood was full of praise for the hard work of the staff at the CORE Centre in Calverton and the wide range of services provided. Jerry said "It was a pleasure to meet the team at the CORE Centre which has provided a wide range of courses and activities in the … [Read more...]
Burton Joyce Christmas Market
Come along to the Burton Joyce community Christmas Market on Saturday 9th November. There will be more than 30 market stalls as well as a selection of hot food, mince pies and a coffee shop. The stalls also now accept card payments. Tickets are also on sale for ‘Santa’s Express’, at the Great … [Read more...]
Councillor Vacancy
Following the resignation of Elly Jones last month, we now have a vacancy for a new Councillor. If you are interested in becoming a Councillor, please call the Parish Office on 0115 9314084 or write to the Parish Clerk parishclerk@burtonjoyceparishcouncil.org.uk indicating what skills you can bring … [Read more...]
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