Leads are essential to prevent dogs harming ground-nesting birds, say The Wildlife Trusts. As people explore our wonderful countryside, urban commons and nature reserves, the celebrated song of the skylark and bubbling call of curlew are evocative and welcome sounds of spring. Birds like these … [Read more...]
Discovery day for new Rushcliffe Oaks crematorium
Residents and businesses are being invited to a discovery day to learn more about Rushcliffe Borough Council’s new crematorium, Rushcliffe Oaks. Work has started on the modern contemporary building and community space in Stragglethorpe near Cotgrave with its focus on reflecting a connection back to … [Read more...]
NSPCC charity fundraiser honoured by Dame Esther Rantzen
A local marketing consultant, golfer and charity fundraiser has been honoured with an award from Dame Esther Rantzen in recognition of raising over £5,000 for the NSPCC and an ongoing commitment to raise £50,000 for NSPCC, and £100,000 overall. The ‘Esther People Awards’ are held bi-annually to … [Read more...]
Batman to deliver Easter Eggs to children in Gotham
Children in the village of Gotham, south Nottinghamshire can expect a visit from super-hero Batman this Easter Sunday. The popular comic-book character will stand-in for the Easter Bunny this year and deliver chocolate eggs, where children 11 years old & under if will be eagerly waiting in their … [Read more...]
Women’s social and support group receives vital Reach Rushcliffe funding
A social and support group that organises meetups for women who are widowed or live alone and are at risk of social isolation and loneliness have received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to continue their meetings. The ‘Places of Welcome’ group have received the funds from Rushcliffe Borough … [Read more...]
Join Belvoir Castle for an Eggciting Easter
This Easter, Belvoir Castle is providing plenty of family fun with a host of eggcellent activities taking place across the Leicestershire estate right up to 18th April. The seasonal celebrations, spread throughout the castle, gardens and Engine Yard, are set to include an Easter Activity Trail, … [Read more...]
Route announced for Nottinghamshire stage of Tour of Britain cycle race
The eagerly anticipated Nottinghamshire stage of this year’s Tour of Britain cycle race will once again start in West Bridgford and finish in Mansfield. It is the third time the showpiece event will take place in the county and follows the hugely successful staging of the race in 2017 and … [Read more...]
Rosie May Foundation raises over £5,000 from Peak District Tuk Tuk Challenge
On Friday 11th March the inaugural Rosie May Foundation Peak District Tuk Tuk Challenge began. We had a great send off from Bingham and the convoy of 4 Tuk Tuks, led by volunteer Phil Drabble on his motorbike set off with the aim of driving 300 miles in 3 days! Why were we putting ourselves out of … [Read more...]
East Leake Amateur Players preparing for a new play in May!
ELAPs, East Leake’s award-winning local drama group are back on stage with their annual May Play. This year it’s “Skeg & Chips” by Geoff Freeman, directed by Deb Flinders. It tells the story of a Nottingham family and their journey to, and holiday in, Skegness. They’re an argumentative lot, … [Read more...]
Memorial Football Match to take place for the Harby Foundation
Following the sudden death of Jordan Harbottle in 2020, the Harby Foundation was created in his memory. The Harby Foundation was formed to raise money to support less fortunate children gain access to sport, as Jordan himself was an avid cricketer and sports fan. Since the formation of the … [Read more...]
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