School children in Calverton have expressed their wildlife-themed artistic flair, supporting a new housing development in the village. More than 350 children at Manor Park Infant and Nursery School and Sir John Sherbrooke Junior School created works of art to reflect the road names at the new … [Read more...]
EMR rebuffs Bleasby campaign for a better train service
For years, Bleasby residents have patiently waited at the level crossing adjacent to their home station, only to watch most trains to Nottingham, Newark and Lincoln go straight past without a scheduled stop. According to a recent survey completed by over half of Bleasby households, the limited … [Read more...]
Local Sailing Club member wins national photo competition
A member of Notts County Sailing Club has won a Midlands photography competition celebrating time on the water following the challenges of the pandemic. RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Midlands is pleased to announce that the overall winner of its ‘Photo February’ competition is David Eberlin with … [Read more...]
Local landlady takes the reins at the Four Bells Inn, Woodborough
Following its closure in late 2021, the Four Bells Inn, in Woodborough has been taken over by local landlady Beccy Webster. Beccy, who also runs the Gedling Inn has a wealth of experience in the pub trade, starting as a landlady at the age of 18. We spoke briefly with Beccy about her plans and … [Read more...]
Over the Rainbow Parkinson’s Support Group
At the March meeting Estate Planner Practitioner Sam Passi gave a very interesting talk titled Tax, Care & the Other guy. His very sound advice on all 3 subjects was very helpful but Care was of particular interest to our members. They face the progressive problems caused by PD which can bring … [Read more...]
Joshua goes under canvas again for the Great Tommy Sleepout!
Joshua Partridge has again set himself the challenge of sleeping under the stars for the Great Tommy Sleepout, raising money for the RBLI and awareness for around 6,000 homeless veterans in the UK. Joshua who is in year 7 at Colonel Frank Seely School in Calverton, has his tent pitched … [Read more...]
Remembrance Tree Planted at the Labray Scout & Guide Headquarters
On Sunday 13th February 2022 a tree was planted at the Labray Scout & Guide Headquarters, Main Street, Calverton in remembrance of those who had passed away and had been part of the Labray Scouting and Guiding Family. Those remembered were Gabriel Patterson, Roy and Pauline Bliss, John … [Read more...]
The Core Centre are looking for volunteers
Well it’s been almost a year since we took over here at the CORE Centre Charity! There have been many challenges - no funding, lease ending on our old building and moving to new premises and obviously Covid hasn’t made it easy. But we’re still here and loving every minute! Times have been … [Read more...]
Dates announced for Nah Then Festival 2022
Dates have been officially confirmed for this year’s Nah Then Festival. The 2022 Nah Then Festival will take place on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th July. Prices are frozen and will be the same as last year, you can find all of the ticket information on the Nah Then Music Festival Facebook group, … [Read more...]
Ramsdale Park Golf Centre raises record amount for cancer care charity in 2021
Located in the Calverton area of Nottingham, Ramsdale Park Golf Centre has announced that the superb efforts of members, guests, and team members has seen it surpass its record for money raised for a single charity this year, bringing in an outstanding £17,500 for Maggie’s Cancer Care. Maggie’s … [Read more...]
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