Last September we held the first ‘Broxtowe Green Festival’ at Inham Nook bowling green and it was a huge success! Following on from that, we decided to host another one at Round Hill Primary School on Saturday 23rd April. We invited a lot of the same stallholders but also some new ones including … [Read more...]
95th Birthday Celebrations in Burton Joyce for much loved Resident
It was party time in Burton Joyce last week as family, friends and McCarthy and Stone staff celebrated Wisteria Place homeowner, Walter Gee’s 95th birthday. Everyone at the Retirement Living development on Old Main Road marked the special occasion by throwing a surprise party for Walter in the … [Read more...]
Woodborough Summer Fair shaping up to be the best one yet
This year’s Woodborough Summer Fair is shaping up to be the best one yet! The free to enter event will take place on Saturday 16th July from 1-5pm on the village sports field behind the village hall on Lingwood Lane. On site there will be 2 licenced bars, a BBQ and a great range of local stalls … [Read more...]
Come and learn about nature at Cotgrave Country Park
Looking for outdoor nature learning this year- want to add a few ‘points’ to your identification skills- have a good time with like-minded people? The Friends of Cotgrave Country Park have a full programme of nature walks this year. All of these will be led by experienced guides. Bat and Moth … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust urges people to take action for nature now
Today (Monday 9th May) marks six months since the landmark Environment Act was passed – the first dedicated environmental legislation for nearly 30 years and the first time England has set legally binding targets for nature’s recovery. It is only now that the details of these targets are being … [Read more...]
East Leake Leisure Centre delighted with generosity of locals for Ukraine appeal
Since the troubles began in Ukraine at the beginning of March, East Leake Leisure Centre has been operating a drop off point for donations. Situated by the reception desk at the centre, customers and local people have been gifting a variety of items. Originally, they were being transported out to … [Read more...]
Youngsters showcase their many talons with bird mask creations
A group of talented children from a nursery in East Leake have created a set of ‘owl-some’ masks to help celebrate local birds, thanks to a donation from a local housebuilder. David Wilson Homes East Midlands – which is building a variety of three bedroom homes at The Skylarks in the village – has … [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...]
Ruddington Set to Celebrate Queen’s Milestone
In collaboration with local associations and businesses, Ruddington Parish Council has organised a weekend of events to mark the Monarch’s 70 years on the throne. Between Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June, the Village Green will be home to the beacon lighting, a tree-planting ceremony and a community … [Read more...]
Ruddy Fine Gin makes history in the House of Commons
When Rushcliffe MP Ruth Edwards visited Ruddy Fine Distillery last year, Director Rory Thorpe cheekily asked if Ruth could get their Gin into the House of Commons, with zero expectations of it actually happening. After a pleasant visit talking all things Gin and Bees, MP Ruth Edwards said it was … [Read more...]
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