Hospice supporter and patient Sam Perkins has raised £40K for Nottinghamshire Hospice and Motor Neurone Disease research. Sam, a triathlete who was diagnosed with MND in 2018, aged just 37, set up his own charity with his wife Emma to help others with Sam’s condition. Although lockdown scuppered … [Read more...]
Clifton man talks about cleaning up the community
John Shelton of Clifton began litter picking earlier this year as a way to help keep the local streets clean. He also often gets together with other local litter pickers or members of Alma Davies’ Clean Champions to do a sweep of certain areas. Here John talks about his experience and why he thinks … [Read more...]
Mayor of Broxtowe helps to plant trees
On Wednesday 2nd December, the Mayor of Broxtowe, Councillor Janet Patrick, joined the Parks and Green Spaces team to plant trees at Bramcote Hills Park. The trees chosen were Betula utilis jacquemontii, a variety of Silver Birch with very vivid white stems that are striking and stand out from a … [Read more...]
Lambley host Snowman Trail to bring festive fun to the village
In December, the village of Lambley held a special day of festivities to spread joy to local families. On Saturday 12th December, Snowmen were placed in household gardens which were marked on a Snowman trail map. From 12pm families collected the maps by the Christmas tree next to the bus … [Read more...]
Beeston Homebuilder supports local Foodbank during Christmas period
Hope Foodbank in Beeston has received a £1,000 donation from Nottinghamshire homebuilder Barratt Homes to support those in need during the Christmas period. Based at Hope House on Boundary Road, the foodbank distributes food and essentials across the county. The funding, which comes as part of … [Read more...]
Volunteers plant 750 trees at Home Skylarks Nature Reserve
Volunteers battle elements to plant 750 trees at local nature reserve which has seen unprecedented visitor numbers during the pandemic Volunteers at Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s Skylarks Nature Reserve at Holme Pierrepont have planted 750 Trees to improve hedgerows and other habitats thanks … [Read more...]
Leahurst Road Preschool Sponsored Obstacle Course and Bouncy Castle Christmas Party
On Tuesday the 24th of November, the children at Leahurst Road Preschool took fund raising into their own hands, by taking part in a sponsored obstacle course. Set out by staff, the course was made up of different sections, each testing different areas of their physical capabilities in a safe … [Read more...]
Magical lights at Wollaton Hall
If you didn't know, Wollaton Hall has been transformed this year with an amazing Light Trail Spectacle, so Carly and her family went along and they certainly wasn't disappointed! Wollaton Hall has been transformed into an enchanting light spectacle and WOW it's amazing! We followed a trail … [Read more...]
Simple steps to stay safe at Rushcliffe parks, open spaces and play areas this Christmas
Residents and visitors to Rushcliffe Borough Council owned parks and play areas are being reminded to follow simple steps to have fun safely this festive season. It is anticipated many sites including Rushcliffe Country Park and Bridgford Park will be among those to remain very popular across … [Read more...]
Local fostering agency hosts virtual Santa visits to bring festive cheer to children
A West Bridgford based independent fostering agency will be hosting virtual Santa visits to bring festive cheer to foster children who may not make it to his grotto this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many children won’t have the opportunity to visit Santa in the normal way this … [Read more...]
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