On Friday 23rd February, Lantern Lane Primary School enjoyed a ‘kindness day’ when pupils went into the village to give thank you cards to local businesses. In Meadow Park a group of pupils planted primroses, honeysuckle, foxgloves and dog violets. Originally these flowers were to be planted in … [Read more...]
Fond farewell to Sandra after over 30 years’ service!
Sandra Birtles has seen her fair share of changes during her time working at Alderman Pounder Infant & Nursery School in Chilwell, and after 30 plus years of service, says she will miss the children and her colleagues as she embarks upon her retirement. Adam Butterworth-Drury is Headteacher at … [Read more...]
Governor from Firbeck Academy in Wollaton was a finalist in the Governor of the Year category in the prestigious National School Awards,
A governor from Firbeck Academy in Wollaton was a finalist in the Governor of the Year category in the prestigious National School Awards, which took place at the House of Lords in London. Steve Crawford from East Bridgford served as a governor at the school - which is part of the Nova Education … [Read more...]
East Leake panto in the spotlight thanks to UKSPF
A local drama group have celebrated that the spotlight can continue to shine on their productions thanks to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) funded by the UK Government, now available for other Rushcliffe community groups. East Leake Amateur Players (ELAPs) are among the community projects … [Read more...]
Local war memorials in memory of the fallen
In 1914 the population of East Leake was about 800, of which 124 young men between the ages of 16 and 40 volunteered or were conscripted into the Forces to fight in what was later named the Great War. The Roll of Honour which stands in front of the Methodist Church lists their names. … [Read more...]
Michael Reed sponsors local youth football team
Michael Reed, a renowned Chartered Financial Planner, has generously sponsored the Under 7s team of East Leake Football Club. Before establishing himself as a trusted financial advisor, Michael was a professional cricketer for the Glamorgan County Cricket Club. His experiences in the volatile … [Read more...]
Specially designed Skylarks observation area unveiled
Leading developer David Wilson Homes is helping to preserve and attract nature at its Skylarks housing development, after unveiling an observation area to encourage more feathered friends to visit the area. Prior to construction taking place at the development in East Leake, an ecological … [Read more...]
East Leake pub extension gets green light
East Leake pub extension gets green The new owners of a previously-vacant pub in East Leake – has received planning approval for an extension and refurbishment to its dining area and kitchen including an exciting new permanent marquee, with the help of planning consultancy Marrons. The Bulls Head, … [Read more...]
What’s in a name? The history behind some village street names
Many street names in East Leake follow a theme such as trees, birds or flowers. Other roads, particularly in the older parts of the village, have names rooted in local history. Here are some examples. Bateman Road: Rev. John Bateman was Rector of Leake 1836-1882. The adjacent road names are … [Read more...]
The History of East Leake Station….. A model station?
The last East Leake History Society meeting of the season drew in an audience of almost 80 people many of whom were visitors, when local man Phil Sharpe gave an illustrated talk on the history of the former East Leake railway station. Interestingly only three people in the audience had lived in the … [Read more...]
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