This event was extremely successful, raising almost £4500 for our two charities, Save the Children and Action for Children. Despite fairly unsettled weather on the Saturday (2nd July), there were a huge number of visitors over the weekend, some of whom came from as far afield as Chesterfield. … [Read more...]
Makers Night returns to Ruddington
Ruddington's annual Makers Night is back this month, returning to its original summer spot in the calendar. Organised by the award winning Ruddington Village Market in partnership with the Framework Knitters Museum and the Debbie Bryan Gallery, Makers Night showcases over 70 high quality regional … [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...]
Refurbishment work starts at Rushcliffe Country Park
Works have now commenced on the refurbishment of the education centre at Rushcliffe Country Park, which will include a new café, upgraded visitors’ centre, bookable conference room, improved landscaping and toilet facilities. In line with Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Carbon Clever programme, it … [Read more...]
The Framework Knitters’ Museum reopens – celebrating 400 years of craft and graft
The Framework Knitters’ Museum in Ruddington has reopened its doors after a major redevelopment project. Funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and FCC Communities Foundation, this has seen the site almost double in size. A new shop, reception and cafe have been carefully created from a … [Read more...]
A ‘Ruddy’ good Christmas Market this weekend!
Ruddington’s monthly Village Market will have a festive twist on Saturday 4th of December, with a larger and longer Christmas Market. The event will take place on the Village Green and extend along the High Street from 12pm to 7pm. Over 90 stalls will be tempting visitors with their indulgent … [Read more...]
Ruddington Village leading the way in reducing single use plastics to help fight climate change
Ruddington has launched its very own Plastic Free Communities initiative with marine conservation charity, Surfers Against Sewage, joining forces with a network of communities across the UK to tackle throw away problem plastic. You can join the cause and clean up your local community at their … [Read more...]
Ruddington to be part of Totally Locally Fiver Fest
Ruddington is taking park in the Totally Locally National Fiver Festival from 9 – 23rd October. Ruddington’s Independent Shops and Businesses are joining in with the totally Locally National Fiver Fest - an innovative celebration of our independent high streets. To show the importance of … [Read more...]
Ruddington allotment project receives vital Reach Rushcliffe funding
A group that manages a Ruddington allotment has received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to help redevelop their gardening space to aid local residents’ health and mental wellbeing. The Rushcliffe Social Prescribing Group run a plot at the Ruddington Paradise Gardens Allotments that has … [Read more...]