Nottinghamshire gastropub, The Old Vol, was recently involved in a bizarre festive prank when an individual, believed to be an ex-employee, sent them 13 pumpkins funded by their supplier account. Perfect decorations, you might think, for the upcoming Halloween season. But, instead of using … [Read more...]
Nottingham’s iconic statue gets festive
It seems that even a seven foot, half inch thick bronze statue can’t escape the Christmas spirit... Although technically not a jumper, more of a festive tunic - the fun has been carried out by the organisation behind great city centre initiatives such as Halloween, The Magic of Christmas, and Light … [Read more...]
Review: The Local News journey to see the Christmas light trail at Belton House
On Thursday 25th November, the Local News were invited to visit Christmas at Belton, a magical light trail weaving throughout the grounds of Belton House in Grantham. Local News editor Dani, reports back on how the trip went. She said, "I've been to a few light trails before and I thoroughly enjoy … [Read more...]
Come to Calverton Christmas Fayre!
Come along to the Calverton Christmas Fayre taking place on Sunday 5th December from 10am - 4pm. The Fayre will be held at Calverton Village Gall on Park Road. There will be School Choirs from St Wilfrids from 11am, Sir John Sherbrooke from 12pm and Manor Park from 2pm. Over 20 stalls will be … [Read more...]
West Bridgford resident puts on Christmas display for charity
It’s that time of year again! West Bridgford resident David Carter will be lighting up his home with a fantastic Christmas display to raise money for charity. For 9 years now, David has been putting on a mesmerizingly festive annual Christmas display outside his home to raise money for charity. … [Read more...]
Clifton Councillors organise festive character walkabout
On December 5, Clifton Councillors together with some volunteers dressed up as inflatable festive characters to spread Christmas cheer to local families. Each year in Clifton, Silverdale and Wilford Local Award Councillors fund Christmas events across the area. Due to Covid-19, all close … [Read more...]
Celebrating Christmas at home: The best festive movies
A selection of just a few of the best Christmas movies to get you into the festive spirit. Written by Nottingham Local News editor, Dani Bacon. It goes without saying that this year has been very different to the norm. Many of our favourite annual events have been cancelled, changed or moved … [Read more...]
East Leake Twilight Christmas market
The East Leake Market returns for a Twilight Christmas special on Friday 11thDecember. Find your extra special Christmas gifts and food at the East Leake Christmas Market this month and support your local independent makers and traders. The Christmas Market will run from 3pm – 8pm to … [Read more...]
Cherry Lane’s festive events selling out fast
With less than three months to go until Christmas, value garden centre Cherry Lane is finding that shoppers are more keen than ever to secure tickets for this year’s festive events. While many event organisers across the country are having to cancel plans for Christmas, Cherry Lane is … [Read more...]