A commemorative bus painted in a heritage South Notts livery has been unveiled by Nottingham City Transport (NCT) to celebrate a century of service. Founded in 1926 by Christopher Thomas Dabell, known as CT, the first journey operated between Gotham and Nottingham at 08:20 on 13th March that … [Read more...]
Butterfly bank enhanced with developer’s support
A butterfly bank at Meadow Park in East Leake has been enhanced thanks to a donation from a local housebuilder. David Wilson Homes, which is currently building new properties at The Skylarks in East Leake, contributed just over £150 to Friends of Meadow Park to support the project. The funds … [Read more...]
Celebrate the Season at East Leake Spring Fair
Spring is set to arrive in style as the much-loved Spring Fair returns to East Leake Village Hall on Saturday 11 April 2026, from 11am to 3pm. With free entry, this lively community event promises a warm welcome for families, friends, and anyone looking to enjoy a relaxed afternoon of local shopping … [Read more...]
Team SAM to run London Marathon in memory of campaigner
A team of runners will take part in the London Marathon later this year in honour of, and inspired by, Sam Perkins who died from motor neurone disease (MND) in 2025. Sam from Nottinghamshire was diagnosed with the terminal, neurological disease in 2019 aged just 37. Very early on Sam decided he … [Read more...]
Wave: A New Monthly Gathering at St Mary’s Church
Wave is the new family friendly informal, interactive gathering at St Mary’s church. It was launched on Sunday 18th January and is all about food, fun, friendship and faith. On the food front there was afternoon tea. People chatted around the toasters while waiting for their crumpets and bagels to … [Read more...]
Local Club bowled over by Homebuilder’s sponsorship
Members of East Leake Bowls Club have been kitted out with brand-new shirts following a £500 contribution from housebuilder David Wilson Homes. The donation from the homebuilder, which is based nearby at its development, The Skylarks, has contributed to the cost for the team’s shirts so the … [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...]
Manor Farm Park & Woodlands wins Tourism Awards
Local family attraction Manor Farm Park & Woodlands has underlined its position as a great family day by being judged the Best Large Visitor Attraction in the Visit Leicester, Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards 2025. The awards, run by Visit Leicester, were presented during a gala … [Read more...]
East Leake WI feel the heat!
The speaker at the East Leake WI November meeting was Helen Cox, who gave a talk and video demonstration on the ‘Art of Pyrography’. This is a technique using heat to create designs on wood. Helen explained that her background is in science and would not class herself as an artist. When the Covid … [Read more...]
Home baking business brings community together
A resident at David Wilson Homes’ The Skylarks development in East Leake has turned her passion for baking into a small business that’s bringing smiles across the community. Lianne Pople (39), alongside her partner Aaron Dawson (38), have set up The Little Bakehouse from their rented four bedroom … [Read more...]
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