Grapevine NG9 January 2023

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“I chose John Flynn Optician as it is local to me a well recommended. I like that it is an independent practice and not a large chain. They also have good quality frames and lenses.

My eye examination with Dr. Janjua picked up an astigmatism that had not been previously recognised. It made a positive difference to my headaches. All the staff are a delightfriendly and helpful. It’s a pleasure to visit.”

A. Chidlaw

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“John Flynn Optician friendly and knowledgeable staff who take their to help with frame It’s a local opticians a large selection of and a fast service. My are perfect and fashionable. Just what I wanted. with Dr. Janjua was professional and thorough. He takes his time to everything whilst friendly and kind.”

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Editors Note

Hello everyone, Happy New Year to you all. This month there is an inspiring article written about a wonderful lady called Karen Moore and her selfless dedication and commitment not only to our Community, but thoughout her life to helping others, especially her support to people with learning difficulties. She deservedly was admitted as a Freeman of the Broxtowe Borough Council last month. I had the pleasure of meeting her a while ago on a visit to the Stapleford Getaway Club (with the now Mayor of Broxtowe David Grindell). I was impressed with the group of people and enjoyed the evening, however I was concerned at the time that the group may have had to close at one point due to the various problems at the time. I am so thrilled that it’s still going. If anyone can help to donate any craft items for the Stapleford Getaway Club wool, material, games, or prizes for their bingo, please email me sales@beechpublications.co.uk and I will forward this onto them, (as they only run on their own small membership subscriptions and ~I’m sure it will help)- many thanks in advance .

Irlam Festival have announced their acts for June 2023, I have two tickets available for the whole 3 days for two of our Grapevine Readers ! See inside.

Giselle Ballet Comptition Winners:

Two tickets for Mr Frank Baker- Beeston Two tickets for Ms S Waldram Toton Congratulations!

Christine Christine Gough- Beech Publications- Editor

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Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance fly in to thank Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy.

Pupils from Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy were treated to a special visit earlier in the month when Paramedic Vanessa Thomas of Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance visited the school to say a big thank you for their fundraising efforts undertaken last year. Over 200 children packed the school hall to learn all about how the air ambulance and the great work of the doctors, paramedics and pilots in responding to life-threatening incidents and saving lives in Nottinghamshire. Vanessa showed the excited pupils the equipment that is carried in the iconic yellow helicopter including the ventilator and the CPR machine that takes over heart compressions to people who have had sudden cardiac arrest. She even challenged them to try and pick up the red bag which carries everything needed to stop a patient bleeding. Weighing around twenty kilos, this was quite a task for some children! The visit was arranged for members of the LNAA team to thank the school for raising an amazing £127 from the charity’s ‘Hello Yellow Day’ held last September in which pupils across all schools in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire were invited to pay to dress in an item of yellow clothing. Vanessa said “It was lovely to meet the children and explain how their individual donations of £1 all add up to help keep the helicopter flying over the skies of Nottinghamshire and attending the most serious of accidents and saving lives. It was good to be able to explain that the money the school raised is enough to pay for 1 unit of blood which would contribute to a patient’s treatment. Each unit of blood costs around £100 and we carry between 4-8 units on each platform per shift. We receive no direct funding from Government and yet we are called out to attend the most serious life-threatening incidents in the counties of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. It costs around £8 million per year to keep our helicopter and critical care cars operational 24/7, seven days a week and it is the generosity of communities and schools like Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy that make this happen.”

Trish Butt of Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy gave a vote of thanks at the end of the visit and summed up by adding: “What a phenomenal experience for the children of Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy. They were amazed to see what equipment is needed to save lives and limbs and were equally surprised when they found out the cost of keeping the air ambulance operational. The children are now aware of the importance and significance of ‘Hello Yellow Day’. We can’t thank you enough for the visit and all the hard work that LNAA do to help seriously injured people.”

We are looking forward to supporting LNAA again this year on ‘Hello Yellow Day’.

ABOUT LNAA

LNAA is one of the UK’s leading Helicopter Emergency Service (HEMS) charities, bringing the equivalent of a hospital emergency department to patients at the scene, giving those with the most severe injuries and medical conditions the very best chance of survival when minutes matter.

LNAA crews are on call 24 hours of the day, 365 days of the year. The highly skilled doctors, paramedics and pilots help people across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, involved in life-threatening incidents every single day.

LNAA receives no regular direct funding from the Government. It needs to raise £8 million this year to deliver its life-saving service every hour of the day. It is thanks to thegenerosity and goodwill of supporters throughout the area that they can provide such a critical care service. For more details on how to support this vital work, visit www.ambucopter.org.uk

About The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance in Numbers.

8 million: The current cost of funding to keep the service operational each year. 169: Thanks to tremendous public support, we fly an AgustaWestland 169 helicopter – a top of the range Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) aircraft offering head to toe access to patients in flight. Our crew also carry blood on board, allowing them to deliver potentially life-saving blood transfusions at the scene.

25,755: The number of missions the air ambulance has flown since the service began operating in 1994.

£4,000: The average cost of each mission.

24/7: We provide a 24-hour service, 7 days a week, enabling our clinical crew to give more people than ever the very best chance of survival. This level of care ensures that we are at the forefront of Helicopter Emergency Medical Services in the UK.

3,500: The number of square miles the service covers across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.

2,500,000: The number of people the air ambulance provides medical support to across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire

216mph: The aircraft can reach a top speed of 216mph and has a cruising speed of 180mph; more three times faster than a land ambulance.

20: The number of minutes it takes the air ambulance to reach the furthest point in its catchment area.

Four: The average number of callouts a day.

www.ambucopter.org.uk

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D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum - Wellbeing Walks

Did you know that Wellbeing Walks are being organised for you to enjoy Broxtowe’s beautiful countryside?

Focused on getting an hour of fresh air, exploring the local area and meeting people, the 2022 programme of walks have proven very popular with both new visitors and regular attendees. Carolyn Melbourne, Museum and Collections Officer at the D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum, who guides the walks said: “It’s been great to see so many people enjoying what our brilliant local area has to offer. Where I can, I bring in a little history and heritage, but you certainly don’t need to be a Lawrence fan or a history buff to enjoy the company and the great outdoors on the walks. We only intended to run the walks during the summer but they have been so popular with that we have extended them to cover the whole year!” Local resident Maxine, who has been joining the walks said “I've really enjoyed your interesting and informative free walks this year. Despite living in the area all my life I've learned things I didn't previously know about Eastwood and D H Lawrence. Plus, there's always a lovely group of people to chat to whilst getting some gentle exercise.”In fact, Maxine has enjoyed them so much that she has volunteered to help the museum team with their annual deep clean as a thank you.The walks are organised by the D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum inconjunction withLLeisure and the 2023 will begin in February.

Walks take place on the first Tuesday of each month, meeting at 10.00am at theBirthplace Museum on Victoria Street, Eastwood. Visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/dhlawrencemuseum for more information.

D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum

The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is the childhood home to the author D.H. Lawrence. The Museum is located in the ex-mining town of Eastwood and surrounded by the lovely landscapes that influenced Lawrence’s life and books. Visit us and find out more – whether you’ve read any Lawrence books or not!The museum is open to the general public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from 10am till 4pm at at 8a Victoria St, Eastwood, Nottingham NG16 3AW. You don’t have to book ahead to visit, it is generally fine to just turn up on these days. Please just check the website beforehand, to be sure we aren’t closed for a group booking: these will always be stated here.The museum is available on other days for large groups, education tours, special events and hire. If you would like to bring a large group, arrange an education tour, or a guided tour please call or drop them an email.

Admission prices, Adult £5, Concession £4.20, Child -Free, Full Lleisure Membership Free, Broxtowe Residents Free.

Concession prices are for:Over 60s

Disabled visitors & 1 carer*

Full time students

Unemployed

Please note proof of concession may be required.

*Please note that due to the restrictions of the Grade II listed building there is no wheelchair access to the upper floors but guided digital tours can be arranged on request.

D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museumculture@broxtowe.gov.uk tel: 0115 917 3824

Meet Jack from Wollaton, a Specialist in Wildlife and Ponds.

Gardens Of Wildlife Specialist in Wildlife and Ponds

My name is Jack Kacynski. I started J.K Conservation Projects in 2015 with the outlook of improving gardens and green spaces after I finished my Degree in Environmental Conservation. I recently started a separate website gardensofwildlife. co.uk to focus more on wildlife gardens and wildlife ponds. I offer many services with my businesses from design to completion of wildlife gardens, bespoke ponds, waterfalls and streams, sensory gardens, nature trails, rockeries and planting schemes to encourage more wildlife and to increase biodiversity. Nature is at the centre of my heart and its more important now than ever to create habitats and to improve greenspaces. I am determined to help people create the garden of their dreams and to create a thriving place for nature. Nature corridors need improving by creating wildlife gardens, ponds, planting trees and hedges, allows for a better future for wildlife.

Please visit my websites: www.jkconservationprojects.co.uk and www.gardensofwildlife.co.uk for more information and reviews. You can contact me on 07425524092.

Mindful Colouring Mindful Colouring

Benefits Of Mindful Colouring For Adults.

1. Improves focus. Colouring allows us to disconnect from other thoughts and concentrate on the moment.

2. Reduces anxiety and stress. Set yourself aside time from the things that are causing you stress and take an 'art' break.

3. Meditation alternative.4. Exercise the mind. 5. Can improve sleep.

0115 917 3000 Address: -Bramcote Leisure Centre, Caretakers Bungalow, Derby Road, Derby Rd, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3GF, UK

Craft, Gift and Food Fair - Monthly market in Beeston, with a range of traders

Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm This event occurs every: First Saturday of the month, with a range of different traders from sweets and beauty products, to fresh bread and comics. Come along and support our local businessses and traders.

Stapleford General Markets, Walter Parker V.C Memorial Square, Stapleford. Time: 8am-2pm Every Thursday - Come along and support our local businessses and traders.

Beeston General Markets, The Square, Beeston , Nottingham.

Time:9 am - 3pm, Weekly on Mondays and Thursdays . Come along and support our local businessses and traders.

Places of Welcome - No one has to feel alone in Beeston. 10:30 am - 12:30 pm- This event occurs weekly, every Friday. Are you living on your own or feeling isolated, new to the area or just struggling to meet people? Drop into Beeston Library on a Friday from 10.30 - 12.30 for a complimentary cuppa and a chat with friendly faces. Meet new people, find things out or just have a drink and relax. Everyone is welcome and stay as long as you like.

Beeston Library - Cafe Area Foster Avenue Beeston NG9 1AE

Cafe and Softplay -10 am to 2pm, at the Haven Centre- Wednesday and Thursdays. Come and meet other members of the community - Supertots are back at the Haven Church andCommunity Centre, Wadsworth Road, Stapleford Nottingham, Wednesday and Thursdays, more information call 0115 824 0287

What’s on at the Nottingham Playhouse .

COMEDY - Ray Bradshaw Deaf Com 1-

Tues 29th Feb 7.30pm

Following his groundbreaking 2018 show, Deaf Comedy Fam, Ray Bradshaw’s new stand-up show, Deaf Com 1, covers his recent fatherhood, teaching his young son sign language and a disastrous trip to Bahrain!

International award-winning comic, Ray, spent 2021/22 touring the UK as John Bishop’s handpicked support act, having previously toured with Frankie Boyle in 2019.

Ray was the first comedian to ever win a Scottish Culture Award and is a regular host of Scotland’s most popular radio show, Off The Ball.Ray is a CODA (like in the Oscar winning film) and grew up with deaf parents.

All of his shows are performed in both BSL and English, with Deaf Comedy Fam becoming the first ever live comedy experience for more than 800 deaf audience members.

Ray’s clever, charming and very funny comedy has received critical acclaim from critics and fans alike. Book now- call box office for prices

CHILDREN'S THEATRE -Ministry of Science Live

Science Saved The World Sat 20th May- book now - call box office for prices The UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever!

TALK -Keith Brymer-Jones LIVE: Life, Clay and Everything - Tue 23rd May Spend a hilarious and uplifting evening with renowned British designer, bestselling author and Great Pottery Throw Down judge, Keith Brymer, as he shares stories of life in front of and behind the potter’s wheel.

Tickets £33-31 book now - call box office for prices

TALK Prue Leith: Nothing In Moderation Wed 1st March- Recommended age 12 plus Nothing is off the menu in this frank, revealing and very funny all new show.

Tickets £35 -£25 - book now call box office for prices

FILMS Banff Mountain Film Festival Third 2nd March Recommended age 12 plus Embark on a thrilling night of adventure with a brand-new collection of short films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival!

The Banff Mountain Film Festival joins the world’s best adventure film-makers and explorers as they push themselves to the limits in the most remote and stunning corners of the globe. Witness epic human-powered feats, life-affirming challenges and mind-blowing cinematography – all on the big screen!An adrenaline-fuelled, not-to-be missed event with free prize giveaways that is guaranteed to ignite your passion for adventure, action and travel!See www.banff-uk.com for more details. This is a screening of the Red Film Programme. Book now - call box office for prices

All bookings go to: www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk or call

Box Office: 0115 941 9419 Nottingham Playhouse

Wellington Circus NG1 5AF

What’s on at Wollaton Hall and Park

Hidden History Tours

Step inside Wollaton Hall for a Hidden History Tour. Hear the tales and discover the characters of the Hall.Explore the Prospect Room, the Tudor Kitchens, the Cave and Admiral’s Bath.

Daily (11 am) – Adult: £12 | Kids go free (max. 2 per paying adult)not suitable for under 3 years as its a walking tour.

Tour length : 45 minutes– 1 hour. Tickets: www.myonlinebooking.co.uk

To arrange accessibility access for a tour, email (3 working days) in advance. Before booking your ticket, we can update on the tour route that is most suitable for access and arrange necessary adjustments to the tour. For example, the route to the Prospect Room includes a narrow staircase spiral staircase, so would generally not be included in an accessible tour. The full tour includes up to 300 steps.

e: wollaton.hall@nottinghamcity.gov.uk Tel: 0115 876 3100

Mini Tours at Wollaton Hall

Come and see the spectacular views from the room at the top of the Hall. Climb the steep spiral staircase to the Prospect room, a hidden gem and barely changed in 200 years.Available daily Per person: £5 Tour length: 15 minutes

e: wollaton.hall@nottinghamcity.gov.uk Tel: 0115 876 3100

Secret Walled Garden Tours at Wollaton Hall and Park

This tour will return in Spring 2023 In the meantime, you can discover more as a volunteer by helping maintain and restore the Walled Garden. Tel: 0115 876 3100

Friends of Wollaton Park

Would you like to help the Friends of Wollaton Park with conservation volunteering, litter picking or ranger tasks?

The Friends of Wollaton Park is an established project set up by local residents who love Wollaton Hall and Deer Park and they regularly help the Park Rangers with conservation volunteering.They have lots of activities all year round you can get involved in, including: woodland management in their wildlife nature reserves, historic tours of the park, bat box making and other activities to keep the ground looking nice for visitors’ to enjoy.Volunteer task days last year have involved: Cleaning and conservation of rooms in the Hall Restoration works inside the Camellia House Conservation tasks Memorial bench painting Actively supporting the Walled Garden project Becoming a member costs just £5 a year. Tel: 0115 876 3100

The Exhibition- a must for Dinosaur fans!

Titus: T. rex is King is an extraordinary exhibition, showcasing the first real Tyrannosaurus rex to be displayed in England for over a century. See the skeleton of the T. rex himself, as well as digital and interactive virtual media displays that will immerse you in his extraordinary journey from discovery in the Montana Badlands in the USA, through the experience of excavation, curation, examination, rebuild and final reveal.

An absolute must-see, this is an epic, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to come face to face with a real T. rex up-close and personal in the UK. Don’t miss the Titus: T. rex is King, only at Wollaton Hall. Exhibition until March 2023 To book tickets www.wollaton.hall.uk/titus £5 plus booking fee.

Tickets can be also purchased for £5 on entry via Touch point .Parking charges apply Wollaton Hall Natural History Museum, Wollaton Park, Wollaton, Nottingham, NG8 2AE.

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Whats’s Happening in the BEESTON WILDLIFE GROUP?

Beeston Wildlife Group is a group of enthusiasts affiliated to Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.

VENUE: Trent Vale Infant School, Trent Road, Beeston Rylands, Nottinghamshire, NG9 1LP TIME: 7.30pm - 9.30pm

ADMISSION: £3.00 Adults, Children free - includes refreshments

Feb 20th 2023 MOTHS: BUTTERFLIES OF THE NIGHT - Colin Watkin Moths are much maligned, but are equally as beautiful and fascinating as butterflies. They fly during the dayand night, have evolved to survive an army of predators and play an important role in the natural world. at Trent Vale Infant School, Trent Road, Beeston Rylands, Nottinghamshire, NG9 1LP TIME: 7.30pm - 9.30pm

ADMISSION: £3.00 Adults, Children free - includes refreshments

Mar 20th 2023 BLACK IS THE NEW GREEN Tim Sexton

The site of the former Rufford Colliery has been transformed into a large mosaic of heathland, grassland andwoodland. Tim looks at some of the species he has encountered during survey work undertaken over the last couple of years on the site: black is now the new green!at Trent Vale Infant School, Trent Road, Beeston Rylands, Nottinghamshire, NG9 1LPTIME: 7.30pm - 9.30pm

ADMISSION: £3.00 Adults, Children free - includes refreshments

OUR GUIDED NATURE WALKS at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Meet: Nature Centre Car Park, Barton Lane, NG9 6DY on Saturday’s - 10.00am Start - Finish~1.00pm

SATURDAY GUIDED NATURE WALKS – FREE OF CHARGE January 21st 2023 February 25th 2023 March 25th 2023 April 22nd 2023 May 20th 2023 June 24th 2023 July 22nd 2023 August 19th 2023 Please note: All walks will be run inline with the latest government Covid-19 guidelines and we recommend checking this page for the latest information before attending.Please read the following information before attending our events:

- Although there is no longer a legal requirement for people with COVID-19 to self-isolate, if you have any of the main symptoms of COVID-19 or a positive test result, we would ask you not to attend our walks. Please check the UK Government website for the latest information.

- Face masks and social distancing are not compulsory but please respect individual attendees personal preferences. Contacts: Nigel Slater 0115 9166518 info@beestonwildlifegroup.org

EVERYONE WELCOME TO ALL EVENTS - NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED

Breakthrough treatment for DRY AMD eye problems now available locally

As we age, our sight tends to become less clear, and some of us will develop what is known as “Dry Age-related Macular Degeneration”. When this happens, the central area of our vision darkens and becomes blurred, making it difficult to see detail, and preventing activities such as driving, reading, watching TV, using computers, tablets, and so on. Even recognising faces can prove difficult.

Until recently, there were no effective treatments for Dry AMD, the only suggestions being lifestyle changes or dietary supplements. Now, sufferers will be delighted to learn that there is a newly developed treatment available locally. It is a safe, non-invasive, painless therapy which is fully approved under European and UK directives.

This breakthrough treatment is known as photobiomodulation (PBT or PBM) and uses a cold laser system to produce low levels of red, yellow and infra-red light to stimulate the centre of vision by energising and providing oxygen for cell repair.

Results from extensive monitored trials of the therapy show that for many Dry AMD sufferers, there can

Dry AMD treatment session

be an improvement in sharpness of vision corresponding to some 5 or 8 extra letters on the testing chart.

This therapy has also been shown to help diabetics who have certain eye problems related to their diabetes.

Dr Sheeraz Janjua carries out advanced eye examinations which includes OCT scans of the retina and is now providing PBM treatment at his special clinics held regularly at Flynn’s Opticians in Beeston. Please call 0115 925 5051 or 0115 939 2421 to arrange an appointment.

“Would recommend Flynn’s wholeheartedly, very professional and knowledgeable and excellent service from all staff.”

Mrs E Hartley

“The treatment was very quick, painless and easy. Improvement of vision it was clearer, new spectacle lenses were needed to allow for improved vision. Very friendly staff and we are very fortunate to have this treatment locally.”

S.Clarke

“I’d had no sight loss as yet with my AMD but I did notice an improvement on my Amsler test – less wavy lines and greyness after treatment.

THANKYOU!! Dr Janjua is so thorough and took time to explain my sight and AMD. Wendy and Sonia were so warm and friendly plus professional when giving the treatment.”

Mrs Trueman

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Notts woman honoured for lifelong dedication to those with learning disabilities.

Karen Moore, was admitted as a Freeman of the Borough of Broxtowe at a special meeting of the Council last month for her lifelong dedication to support people with learning disabilities.

Photo: Karen Moore - Freeman of the Borough with the Mayor of Broxtowe David Grindell

Karen worked as part of the Broxtowe Community Learning Disability Team for over 30 years, supporting adults and children with learning disabilities within Broxtowe.

She was also instrumental in establishing the Stapleford Getaway Club in 1991, which she still co-ordinates to this day. The club supports over 40 members who have a variety of physical and learning disabilities, and mental health difficulties. The club brings together different generations of the community, from the youngest member at 18 to the oldest member at 75. The club does more than just offer those with disabilities the space for social activities – it enables users the chance to develop and strengthen their social skills and be actively involved within the local community.

Karen joins a number of other local individuals who were admitted as Honorary Freemen last month, including:

Kenneth Storer, a 96 year old affectionately known as ‘Mr Sunshine’ by staff and patients at the QMC who has taken a daily bus and a tram to the hospital to deliverdonated paper and supplies to the wards for the children to use for activities to keep them entertained during their stay for over 15 years.

World-renowned scientist, Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff who has supported the preservation of history and future development of Beeston over a 40 year period.

Dr David Nunn, from Kimberley, whose tireless work to ensure that all of Nottinghamshire’s war dead were remembered has helped result in a new war memorial for Nottinghamshire and brought comfort and closure to communities across the County.

David Bingham, an entrepreneur who has been a driving force in creating opportunities for jobs, businesses and economic growth in Broxtowe Borough following the closure of Moorgreen Pit.

Community First Responder, Derek Burnett BEM, from Nuthall. Amongst his First Responding work, Derek has dedicated many years to supporting vulnerable people to live a better quality of life through his many and various volunteer positions.

Gillian Bourne, an 86 year old from Stapleford, who has ensured the continued success of scouting over more than 45 years, providing vital support and development opportunities to young people in Broxtowe.

Former Borough Councillor, Ken Rigby was also made an Alderman of the Council. Broxtowe Borough Council is able to bestow the award of Honorary Alderman, Freeman of the Borough and Freedom of Entry on individuals who have made a significant contribution to the community. The titles of Honorary Alderman, Freeman and Freedom of Entry are the highest honours that this Council can bestow. This capability was granted to the Council when it received borough status in 1977.

Karen Moore was born in Sheffield, in South Yorkshire, to parents Ronald and Joan. She grew up in a closely knit and supportive family, alongside siblings Joanie, Ann and John.

Her grandmother, aunt and uncle and their children lived next door and they did everything together as a family.

As a child, Karen recalls her parents encouraging her and her siblings to be a valued and helpful member of the community. This ethic was developed by her time in both Brownies and Guides, and has becomea defining feature of her life, evident within both her career and work in the community. Karen attended Herries Comprehensive School, where she gained 8 OLevels.

As a teenager Karen volunteered at a local school for children with severe and profound physical and learning difficulties. She also volunteered at a local Getaway Club ran by Mencap, one night a week.

In 1977, she began at the Charles Frears School of Nursing to complete her nurse training. She graduated in 1980, as a qualified Registered Nurse in Learning Disabilities.

She started a job at Mountsorrel Hospital as a staff nurse, but in 1981 was promoted toDeputy Sister, and by 1982 she was Acting Ward Sister.Karen left Mountsorrel to take up a Community Nursing Sister’s postat Sandfield Children’s Unit, Nottingham City Hospital. She movedon to complete the English Nation Board’s ‘Nursing the Mentally Handicapped in the Community’ course at Sheffield Hallamshire Polytechnic in 1984. By 1986, Karen was working with adults and children with learning disabilities within Broxtowe, and in 1988 she joined the newly created Broxtowe Family Support Team, which became the Broxtowe Community Learning Disability Team. Karen remained a part of the team until her retirement in 2017. continued..

Whilst working with the Broxtowe Community Learning Disability Team, Karen and a colleague noticed the lack of opportunities for service users to meet up socially. This prompted Karen and her colleague to begin taking service users out in small groups in their own time. They would have coffee evenings, go to the pub or go out for meals. One of the parents was so impressed they suggested forming a club in Stapleford. In 1991 the Stapleford Getaway Club was born and Karen has been the co-ordinator of the club since then. The club has grown from its tiny origins to a vibrant and successful club of 40 members who have a variety of physical and learning disabilities,and mental health difficulties. The club brings together different generations of the community, from the youngest member at 18 to the oldest member at 75. The club does more than just offer those with disabilities the space for social activities – it enables users the chance to develop and strengthen their social skills and be actively involved within the local community.

The Stapleford Getaway Club meets weekly at the Stapleford Young People Centre and is totally voluntary and self-funded through minimal subscriptions, grants and kind donations. It is purely down to Karen’s devotion and care, that there is a safe, social space for people whoneed support from able-bodied volunteers in undertaking social and leisure activities. The Stapleford Getaway Club offers its members the freedom tochoose their own activities: from knitting and natter to bingo and pool table are always popular with all generations.Even Covid wasn’t enough to stop Karen. She joined the NHS volunteer responder scheme and Ashfield Voluntary Action to assist with shopping tasks for vulnerable people. She still helps out some of the older peopleassigned to her as part of the programme. As Covid stopped the club physically meeting, Karen worked to find a way the members could all stay connected and created the now much loved newsletter which enabled members to stay in touch. Karen’s commitment and dedication to providing a safe and nurturing environment for the most vulnerable members of society has enabled it’s many members the space to flourish. She has spent her entire working career and free time striving for those with learning disabilities or requiring additional support to be socially included within their community. Karen is a very modest and humble person, saying “the people’s needs don’t change, the way we view them does” and she’s spent her life ensuring that these needs are met. The Stapleford Getaway Club has been a lifeline to many of its members and is awonderful addition to our Borough. Broxtowe is a far more inclusiveand welcoming community as a result of Karen’s continued hard work and care.

*Note from the Grapevine Editor- “For the Stapleford Getaway Club” -If anyone would like to contribute any art and craft materials, wool, games etc, bingo prizes, please email me and I will forward the information onto Karen and her team, I’m sure they would be very grateful.e: sales@beechpublications.co.uk

Studio Ceramics Exhibition at Newstead Abbey

from 4th March 2023 to 24th October 2023

Nottingham City Museums has a significant collection of mainly twentieth century British studio pottery; one-off pieces of pottery which are created in a studio or a workshop by an individual potter, in contrast to multiples of factory-made ceramics. These include loans from Derbyshire County Council and the celebrated Ballantyne Collection, collected by Nottingham couple Rollo and Marion Ballantyne from the 1970s to the mid 1980s.

Using the fireplaces and furniture within Newstead Abbey as a linking trail, these pots find a temporary resting place within the rich context of the Abbey’s historical rooms. Newstead was home to successive generations of Byrons, followed by the Wildmans and the Webb family, and pottery would have played an integral part in their daily lives and for special occasions. The trail imagines how these owners might have placed the pottery around their home.

Crafted in Clay features over 100 ceramics by around 30 potters, including Bernard Leach, Lucie Rie, Hans Coper, Walter Keeler, Richard Batterham, John Ward, Siddig el Nigoumi and Judy Trim.

The interventions around the Abbey set up dialogues within the rooms and provide a new context for the pottery, breaking out of traditional ‘pots on plinths’ museum displays.Standard House Admission.

For the exhibition _ Book online : Price: Adults: £12, Kids Go Free (with each paid adult) www.buy.myonlinebooking.co.uk/newsteadabbey or www.newsteadabbey.org.uk/whats-on

20th Century Oral History Project - Can you help?

Did you used to live at or work on the Newstead Abbey estate? Maybe you used to deliver goods and services to the house? Or visit friends or relatives that have a connection. Do you have memories of family visits or ghostly encounters?

If so, the Newstead Abbey Volunteer Research Group (NARG) would like to know. Historically and at times we undertake projects to collect the stories, reminiscence, memories and photographs of Newstead Abbey during the twentieth century. It was still owned by the Webb family until 1925 when Augusta Webb died and passed the abbey to her son Charles Ian Fraser. It was then sold to the Nottingham businessman Sir Julian Cahn in 1931 who gifted the house and gardens to Nottingham Corporation. However, parts of the house remained privately occupied until the 1960s. Over time we hope to piece together a history of Newstead Abbey during this period such as what were the private apartments like? Who worked there? Who came to visit? What sort of activities took place? What changes were made in the house and grounds?

We also like to capture the memories of local people for whom Newstead has been a part of their life, visiting the park and gardens. What changes have you observed? Do you have special memories of your visits to Newstead? Has it been a part of your life? Once the information has been collected, we hope to hold an exhibition based on the memories people share with us. These memories will contribute to building a true history of Newstead Abbey’s more recent past. Please email us at with the subject heading NARG project. * e:NewsteadAbbey@nottinghamcity.gov.uk By submitting photography to the email address, it confirms yourself as the owner with suitable rights of the photographs, and gives permission for the photo to be shared on website and social media associated with Newstead Abbey & Nottingham City Council, as part of the Newstead Abbey Volunteer Research Group Project.

Kids Puzzles

Vegetable Curry

Use up your left over vegetables to make a curry

Ingredients

1kg mixed vegetables

3 onions, peeled and roughly chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped 1 tin chickpeas

1 tin chopped tomatoes

1 tbsp tomato puree

300ml vegetable stock (1 stock cube)

400g rice

1 tbsp curry powder (add more if you like it hotter) Naan bread to serve

Method

Supermarkets sometimes have great offers on veg, “Wonky ones” - or just on offer - shop around

In a large pan, combine all the ingredients except the rice, add the vegetable stock and mix thoroughly.

Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and allow the mixture to simmer, stirring occasionally.

Cook for 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the stock has reduced to produce a nice, thick sauce. Cook the rice as per the packet instructions. Serve the curry with the rice and warm naan bread.

BOOK LAUNCH- Stapleford Womens Institute

Stapleford WI have a wonderful recipe book out called 'It's Another Triumph, It's a collection of glorious recipes from the kitchens of the Stapleford Roses'. This is there first recipe book which is a collection of recipes recommended and trusted by our members. It has been beautifully put together by their president Heidi, and has been two years in the making courtesy of Covid and lockdowns. If you wish to get hold of a copy of this wonderful recipe book they shall be on sale for a suggested minimum donation of £2.50, with all proceeds going to our own WI funds. Friends and followers and members of the public, in fact anyone who isn't a member and would like a copy can contact Heidi by sending an email directly to her at staplefordwi@outlook.com so she shall arrange payment and how you can receive a copy of this wonderful recipe book. Of course if you are a woman over the age of 18years of age then come along to a meeting and collect a copy in person and have a lovely evening into the bargain.They meet on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7pm for a 7.15pm start at Cliffe Hill Community Centre, Cliffe Hill Avenue, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG9 7HD Stapleford WI 2023 programme 27th-Apr-23 Sing-a-long with Tuneless Beeston - 25th-May-23 History of Stapleford 22nd-Jun-23 Royal Brides 27th-Jul-23 Jamaican Cookery Demo Aug-23 Open garden/ garden visit (TBC) 28th-Sep-23 9th Birthday Party 26th-Oct-23 Murder Mystery Night 23rd-Nov-23 Pie, Peas & Bingo 14th-Dec-23 Christmas Party ...................................................................................

Looking for friendship?

Isolation and loneliness can happen to anyone, at any time and at any age, and since the pandemic and lockdown many of us have felt this. But the good news is there are plenty of coffee mornings around, and groups to join locally!

Groups to join St Leonard’s Community Centre, Wollaton - Tuesday morning 10.00-11.30 British Legion for Hug a Mug coffee – Tuesday mornings from 11.00 onwards Kingswood (10.00-11.00) and Grangewood (11.00-12.00)Wollaton churches hold coffee mornings on Wednesday mornings

Wollaton Park Community Centre’s coffee (and cake) cafe is open on Thursday mornings 9.00-12.00.

Not everyone has the confidence or mobility to get out on their own but a recent project that has taken off is the Smile Project, which aims to provide befrienders for anyone who would appreciate a bit of support. This could be for a coffee and a chat once a week, or perhaps going to a group or event together to help break the ice, or even just a telephone chat now and then. It’s really up to the individual befriending relationship to decide what works best. And the service is for any age group too. Contact the Smile Project on 07985 554999 or befriending@groundworknottingham.org.uk – they’re always looking for volunteers too.

Many GP practices have social prescribers now, who can recommend all sorts of activities to help people who might be feeling cut off, so that might be worth thinking about. And if you’re a current or former carer, there’s a new Carers Coffee Hub at Wollaton Park Community Centre, run twice a month by a social prescriber, from 9.30-12.00. Contact the centre for more information. Do you need help with food and drink? Help is available locally Foodbank - Wollaton -If you or anyone you know is struggling in the current cost of living crisis, there is a foodbank at Grangewood Church on a Friday morning from 10.00-12.00. Please visit and ask for help if you need it.

The February meeting of the Wollaton Natural History Society will take place on Wednesday, 15th February 2023. The Talk is entitled “Svalbard - Days Without Nights”. A summer journey incorporating native wildlife, as well as Svalbard’s heritage sites of polar exploration. We meet at St. Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane (opposite the library) Wollaton NG8 2ND at 7.30 p.m. Free to members, visitors £3 on the door. For more information visit our website, www.spanglefish.com/WollatonNaturalHistory, find us on Facebook or telephone our Chairman Nigel Downes on 0115 9444671.”

Silver Surfers in Bramcote

Company, Cakes and Computers

• Silver Surfers in Bramcote is a warm and inviting café-style club where you can take your first steps in using computers, tablets (like iPads) or smart phones. Or you can brush-up on the skills you already have

• Our friendly and approachable coaches can help you with many things such as browsing the internet safely, using your e-mail or online shopping.

• There is plenty of time to chat over tea, coffee and cake with people of similar age and needs. It is a place to make friends and to take those early steps in using computers and other devices.

Where: St Michael’s Church Hall, Church Street, Bramcote Nottingham, NG9 3HD (on-site parking available) When: 1.00 – 3.00pm, every Thursday (optional low-cost lunch available from 12.30pm)

Why not give us a try? The first session is free and then £3 for each session after.

For more information contact us at: surfersbramcote@gmail.com

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Are you ready to kick-start your New Year’s resolutions?

Your Health Your Way provide a FREE service to help you make positive lifestyle changes in a way that suits you.

If you’d like to lose weight, get more active, stop smoking, reduce your alcohol consumption or just generally improve your health and wellbeing, they will work with you to create a personalised plan to help you achieve your goals. The friendly, experienced team offers a wide range of nutritional and physical activity support, delivered through 1:1 face-to-face and group sessions, as well as online and virtual support. To make a quick, easy self-referral today visit Your Health Notts or call 0115 772 2515.

Back to school reminder issued following high levels of Flu, Covid-19 and Scarlet Fever

The UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) is reminding people that winter illnesses continue to circulate at high levels and that following simple steps can help protect children, minimise the spread of illness in education and childcare settings and protect everyone. The UKHSA reportsthat flu and Covid-19 are currently circulating at high levels and this is likely to continue to increase in the coming weeks. High numbers of scarlet fever, which is caused by group A streptococcus, also continue to be reported. The UKHSA highlights the importance of minimising the spread of infection in schools and other education and childcare settings as much as possible. If a child is unwell and has a fever, they should stay home from school or nursery until they feel better and the fever has gone. It also recommended that adults should try to stay home when unwell and if people do have to go out, they are encouraged to wear a face covering. If people are unwell, they are advised not to visit healthcare settings or vulnerable people if possible. Flu vaccination is still available for all eligible groups and is the best protection against the virus. There has been good uptake in older age groups but vaccination among young children remains low.

Eligible children include:

• those aged two and three on 31 August 2022

• all primary school-aged children

• some secondary school-aged children. More information about getting children vaccinated against flu can be found on www.nhs.uk

Fundraising Fashion Show returns!

Our popular Fashion Show is back in Derby City Centre. This time it will be held at The Stuart Hotel which is within walking distance of the Derbion. Local Business Medoc has kindly agreed to sponsor the event again for us. The Fashion Shows are always a successful evening enjoyed by all. Come along for an evening of fun, shopping high street clothes at discounted prices. Your ticket price of £7 will include a glass of wine which you can enjoy whilst watching the catwalk show. Tickets can be pre-booked if you email us at fundraisingteam@ageukdd.org.uk. Join us at The Stuart Hotel on the Wednesday 8th March! 7.30pm Beth Mills, one of the fundraising coordinator says ‘Our Fashion Shows are always a great community event bringing lots of people together for an evening of fun whilst raising much needed funds for the charity’ This is a charity event for Age UK Derby & Derbyshire and the profit from the event will benefit local older people.

To book tickets: Contact Beth Mills –fundraisingteam@ageukdd.org.uk or call 01773 766 922 | 07907274884

Venue - The Stuart Hotel, 119 London Road, Derby, DE12QR

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RLAM LIVE is back for its seventh year. Three great days. The dates are Friday 2nd June, Saturday 3rd June and Sunday 4th June 2023 at Manchester’s – Prince’s Park in Irlam, 9 miles west of Manchester city centre and what a line-up we have! Not all hearts beat the same and once again we have carefully pulled-in an eclectic line-up for an awesome vibe and we can’t wait to see you all.

Three great days – one awesome festival. Headliners for this year include Heather Small, Blue, Martin Kemp doing his Back To The 80’s DJ Set, Toyah, Mark Shaw (Then Jerico), The Lottery Winners, Abz from 5ive, Ben from Phats & Small, Brutus Gold’s Love Train and lots, lots more kicking off on Friday 2nd June, where we have a full day of fun for the whole family including a host of the UK’s finest tribute bands.

Friday 2nd June is ‘Totally Tributes’. Friday generally has an indie feel. We have the UK’s leading Oasis tribute band NOASIS headlining the main stage. Also making a return from last year is the fantastic Queen tribute 'Now I’m Here', plus the fab Gerry Cinnamon Experience. More acts to be named.

Saturday 3rd June is ‘Irlam Live Saturday’. We are so pleased to announce Blue as our Saturday headliner. Plus, Martin Kemp and his fantastic 'Back To The 80s' DJ set. Also, the fab Mark Shaw and Then Jerico playing live. Irlam Live regulars Abz Love from 5ive and Ben form Phats & Small. We have the amazing Northern Soul Train playing a 60-minute live set and Sabrina Washington the singer from Mis-Teeq, plus more names to come.

Sunday 4th June is ‘Irlam Live Sunday’. Playing the main stage is the one and only Heather Small with her full live band. All the hits, non-stop dancing, WOW!! what a way to close the festival. Also playing are The Lottery Winners who have just completed their first UK sell-out tour and we are so pleased to have them at Irlam Live. Tom Hindley, the voice on all the Inspiral Carpets' hits. Toyah playing for the first time since 2018, Brutus Gold’s Love Train, plus more to be named.

Stage 2 – This has been billed as the Grassroots Stage for the past three years. But we are looking to mix things up for 2023. With a whole host of new and older talent playing, bands, singers, DJs, a theatre group, kids entertainment and speciality performers. As well as the two stages, there is lots going on off-stage too. There is a funfair, Princesses and Superhero walkabouts, Bubbleologist, Street Ping-Pong and the fab James & Dobby are back with their awesome pop-up silent discos.

Irlam Live also boasts...

*A large VIP and hospitality area - *2 large bars with draught beers and ciders *12 hand-picked street food vendors including Greek, Chinese, Indian, Thai, Donuts & Crepes, Loaded Yorkshire Puddings, Pizza, Hot Dogs/Burgers. A spokesperson said, “We’re delighted that Irlam Live 2023 is returning and attracting big names that brings so much enjoyment to many of us. The response to this year’s event has been positively overwhelming and just confirms that Irlam Live is now firmly on the Summer festival map for an unmissable weekend of incredible live music and entertainment for all ages”. Three great days. A festival you don’t want to miss!

Gates times: Friday – 4.00pm, first band 6pm. Saturday – 12 noon, first band 2pm. Sunday – 12 noon, first band 2pm. Tickets for Irlam Live 2023 are available fromhttps://www.universe.com/events/irlam-live-2023-tickets-CJYT7G

Closing Date: 30th MARCH 2023(Must be over 18.) No cash alternatives. Data protection: Contact details of ALL entries sent to Grapevine, WILL NOT be passed onto any other party, or third party. Grapevine- Beech Publications will not use any of these details for marketing or further promotions. Only the winner’s name(not the address or phone number will be passed to the promoter for ticket collection only

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Bramcote History Group - St Michael’s Church Centre, Church Street, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3HD

Speaker meetings are held in April, May, June, July, September, and October, on the third Monday of the month with an 8pm start and all welcome from 7.30pm. See the programme for details www.bramcotehistory.org.uk Presentations in 2023 in the Church Centre - begin at 8pm, door open 7.30pm. Nottingham’s Georgian Town Houses - 17 April 2023 - Peter Smith A History of Ice Cream......with a Nottingham Focus 15 May 2023 Jill Oakland Bramcote Hall Preparatory School 19 June 2023 - Jill Ward and Steve LeMottee Annoying Ancestors, and Notts. Family History Group17 July 2023 Gay Evans and Peter Duke The Great Escape....from Sutton Bonington ! 18 September 2023Professor John Beckett Bramcote in the 1920’s 16 October 2023 Val Bird

In the summer months there are outdoor guided walks and other events open to members. Visitors are always welcome at our speaker meetings with a suggested donation of £2.50 (members free). Please do come along or contact us for more information. e: bramcotehistory@outlook.com. Help with research- We have recently embarked on research to discover what Bramcote was like in the 1920s.If you have any photographs or memorabilia from this time or your family lived here in that decade, please contact the group e:bramcotehistory@outlook.com.

Beeston and District Local History Society

The Chilwell Memorial Institute, 129 High Rd, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 4AT Talks are on 3rd Wednesday of the month. All welcome. Members free. Visitors £2.50 inc refreshments. .....................................

Martin’s Pond ,Wollaton & Reserves in the area

Indoor Short Mat Bowls. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. 1.30 pm until 3.30 pm £2 per person per session. No need to book, just turn up. New Stapleford Community Centre Washington Drive Stapleford NG9 8PY

Free onsite parking. All ages and abilities are welcome. All equipment supplied.

Please could any one who see anything on the reserves that needs to be reported; this includes fly tipping or litter, dog fouling, graffiti and vandalism. Also very importantly is the reporting of life belts which may be on the path or floating in the water. They should also report any fallen trees or any other safety issues to the Nottingham city council : nottinghamcity.gov.uk (Report a problem in your area). This way the problem can be handled directly rather than a post on the Facebook page. Thanks

Friends of Local Wollaton Nature Reserve

Warm spaces Stapleford

Warm spaces are available in Stapleford this winter in the below locations.

Monday - Haven Church 10am -12, Stapleford Baptist Church 9.20am -4pm and Church at Montrose Foodbank 10-11.30am

Tuesday - Haven Church Foodbank 10-12 , Pasture Church 8.30 - 12 drinks and snacks , Salvation Army-12-4pm and a free warm meal

Wednesday - Haven Church and Community Café 9am -2pm , Church at Montrose Foodbank 10am -11.30am

ursday - Haven Church and Community Café 9 - 2pm , Helpful Bureau at St Helen's, 2 course meal £5 and Salvation Army- free warm meal Friday - Haven Church Foodbank 10 -12, Helpful Bureau at Carnegie Centre 10-2pm Sunday - Sunday services at Haven, St Helen's, Pastures, Baptist, Salvation Army, Christ Church and Church at Montrose

St Barnabas Church, Inham Nook, Chilwell are o ering warm places this winter. If you’re looking for a warm and welcoming place to meet friends or family, or need somewhere this winter, St Barnabas Church will be open during the week at the below times for you to drop in, with free refreshments:

Mondays, 9am-11.30am - Community Cafe Tuesdays 2pm-4pm - Foodbank Wednesdays 3.15pm-5pm - After school club, hot dogs and drinks(children must be accompanied by an adult ) Fridays, 11am-1pm - Soup and natter

Haven Church Foodbank: “Attention our faithful supporters and the general public... Please can you help...

Our Food Bank is in need of carrier bags and bags for life!!! If you can donate, please bring in between 9am and 2pm Mon - Fri. Thank you in advance “ - Haven Church - Wadsworth Road, Stapleford NG9 8BD

Are you interested in reading Non Fiction and taking part in a group discussion over a drink? Beeston Non Fiction Book Group meet on the second Tuesday of each month in The Crown 7.30pm Book suggestions are made by members and we read all sorts so long as it’s non fiction. Our next book is Glorious Empire by Shashi Tharoor for discussion on Feb 14th 7.30pm. Welcome to join in whenever a books interests you or to become a regular. Several members stay on for pub quiz after.

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D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum - Wellbeing Walks

Did you know that Wellbeing Walks are being organised for you to enjoy Broxtowe’s beautiful countryside?

Focused on getting an hour of fresh air, exploring the local area and meeting people, the 2022 programme of walks have proven very popular with both new visitors and regular attendees. Carolyn Melbourne, Museum and Collections Officer at the D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum, who guides the walks said: “It’s been great to see so many people enjoying what our brilliant local area has to offer. Where I can, I bring in a little history and heritage, but you certainly don’t need to be a Lawrence fan or a history buff to enjoy the company and the great outdoors on the walks. We only intended to run the walks during the summer but they have been so popular with that we have extended them to cover the whole year!” Local resident Maxine, who has been joining the walks said “I've really enjoyed your interesting and informative free walks this year. Despite living in the area all my life I've learned things I didn't previously know about Eastwood and D H Lawrence. Plus, there's always a lovely group of people to chat to whilst getting some gentle exercise.”In fact, Maxine has enjoyed them so much that she has volunteered to help the museum team with their annual deep clean as a thank you.The walks are organised by the D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum inconjunction withLLeisure and the 2023 will begin in February.

Walks take place on the first Tuesday of each month, meeting at 10.00am at theBirthplace Museum on Victoria Street, Eastwood. Visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/dhlawrencemuseum for more information.

D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum

The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is the childhood home to the author D.H. Lawrence. The Museum is located in the ex-mining town of Eastwood and surrounded by the lovely landscapes that influenced Lawrence’s life and books. Visit us and find out more – whether you’ve read any Lawrence books or not!The museum is open to the general public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from 10am till 4pm at at 8a Victoria St, Eastwood, Nottingham NG16 3AW. You don’t have to book ahead to visit, it is generally fine to just turn up on these days. Please just check the website beforehand, to be sure we aren’t closed for a group booking: these will always be stated here.The museum is available on other days for large groups, education tours, special events and hire. If you would like to bring a large group, arrange an education tour, or a guided tour please call or drop them an email.

Admission prices, Adult £5, Concession £4.20, Child -Free, Full Lleisure Membership Free, Broxtowe Residents Free.

Concession prices are for:Over 60s

Disabled visitors & 1 carer*

Full time students

Unemployed

Please note proof of concession may be required.

*Please note that due to the restrictions of the Grade II listed building there is no wheelchair access to the upper floors but guided digital tours can be arranged on request.

D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museumculture@broxtowe.gov.uk tel: 0115 917 3824

Inspirational teen helping others after being made an Ambassador for hospice

An inspirational teenager who says bereavement counselling at a Derbyshire hospice allowed him to have a ‘positive outlook on life’ has been made an ambassador for the charity. Seventeen-year-old Harvey’s world was torn apart in 2015 when, aged just 10, his older brother Ed died. Following Ed’s death, Harvey became angry, getting into scrapes at school. He and his family found support at Risley-based Treetops Hospice, which provides bereavement counselling for children, young people and adults.

Harvey has been made an ambassador for the end-of-life charity and is sharing his experience to help other young people understand more about counselling. “I’ve not had a childhood since Ed’s death. I’ve had a life, but not a childhood. That was taken away from me.“Immediately after you lose the person, you’re no longer an innocent child. You have to grow up very quickly because everyone around you changes too. As I got older and hormones kicked in, I got angry. I was afraid of crying and letting out my emotions. Everything started to take its toll. I used to always love school, but I fell out of love with it. I hated the idea of having to be in a classroom, anything I could find to get annoyed with, I did.”

Harvey says that Treetops was – and still is – a ‘safe’ space where there is no judgement.“I’ve always felt safe at Treetops Hospice. You can get it all out there and the counsellors never tell you off. They’ll advise and help you, but never judge you.One of the things my counsellor told me early on was that I also had to help myself. If you’re not going to help yourself at home and put coping mechanisms into practice, then the therapy isn’t going to work. I still use those coping mechanisms even now. You leave counselling and it’s not like you’re magically healed or never feel sad or angry. Life isn’t like that. You have good days, and you have bad days. Being able to use those mechanisms yourself is a valuable lesson that you get to take away with you.”

Harvey is encouraging anyone who feels that they need help to contact Treetops. “The impact of my counselling is that I don’t hate life anymore. “It’s scary to think where I would be right now if I hadn’t have had counselling. The positive things that have

happened in my life may not have happened. Relationships with my family would have been rough and I wouldn’t enjoy life the way I do now. I would probably have done some bad things that I’d have gone on to regret.I wouldn’t have had a happy life if it wasn’t for Treetops. They have allowed me to have a positive outlook on life.I’ll never be able to fully give back what the hospice and the counsellors have done for me, so being made an ambassador is a massive honour.”

Treetops counselling is available to all users of Treetops Hospice services and people registered with a GP practice in Derby city or Southern Derbyshire. For further information, visit www.treetops.org.uk or call 0115 949 6944 This year, Treetops Hospice is celebrating 40 years of caring for people and their families in the local community.

About Treetops Hospice

Treetops Hospice, the leading end-of-life care charity in Derby, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, provides nursing care and emotional support for adults with life-limiting conditions, and their families. The charity provides support from diagnosis onwards for patients with conditions such as cancer, motor neurone disease and heart and respiratory conditions.

This year, we are very proud to be celebrating 40 years of caring for people and their families in our local community. During this time, we have supported thousands of patients with end-of-life nursing care and bereavement counselling. We have achieved this amazing milestone thanks to our dedicated volunteers who help across the whole hospice and in our charity shops, our hard-working staff team, and our supporters, past and present.

Last year, our team of Hospice at Home nurses provided over 20,000 hours of care to terminally-ill patients, working day and night to give much-needed support.

Our team of bereavement counsellors provided over 4,500 counselling sessions –more than 900 of them to children and young people. Wellbeing team members provide valuable information and support to those who need it.

Treetops is doing all it can to continue to support those in most need and welcomes donations to ensure the future of the hospice and its services: www.treetopshospice.org.uk/donate

A counselling session for a bereaved child costs £34.50. An overnight Hospice at Home nursing shift for a patient at the end of life costs £108.

Treetops Hospice, Derby Road, Risley, Derbyshire, DE72 3SS 0115 949 1264 | www.treetopshospice.org.uk Registered Charity Number 519540

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Kids Puzzles Solution

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Fancy seeing your photographs on the front cover of Grapevine?

We are looking for local photographs of the area mainly local wildlife : must be your own work, and good resolution. If so please get in touch before you send: Please email: sales @beechpublications.co.uk

Do you enjoy walking? Have you a few hours to spare each month? We are looking for additional people to deliver the Grapevine in the Wollaton area. Retired, Semi retired, or any one over 14 years of age. Must be reliable Good rate of pay. Please call : Christine 07854990608 between hours 10-5pm or send an email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk

Stapleford Tel: 07866945136

Laura Ashley ‘Fine Quality Paint’ 2 x 2.5 litres: Pale Cranberry £40.00 Tel. 07910923530 Beeston

Ronseal Floorcare Varnish: Satin light oak 2.5 litres £20.00 Tel. 07910923530 Beeston Pressure King Pro 12-in-1 Digital Pressure Cooker, still in box £40.00 Tel.07910923530 Beeston

e Studio’s aim is to enrich the lives of people with dementia and support family carers. We run stimulating and social activities for groups and individuals, mainly at the Beeston Royal British Legion Hall, NG9 1EL, just o Chilwell High Road. We currently have day care places available on Mondays, 1-4pm. Visit our website for details: www.thebeestonstudio.uk. Or phone: 07543534336. Charity no. 1199448.

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Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention

If you need urgent crisis support, call the Nottinghamshire Mental Health Crisis Line on 0808 196 3779 (24/7) or the Samaritans on 116 123 (24/7 ).

If you need immediate help because you can’t keep yourself safe or have already harmed yourself, seek emergency help either by phoning 999 or by visiting your local A&E.

Preventing suicide is everybody’s business: one in five people have suicidal thoughts at some point in their life. Most of us may have been affected by suicide in some way either directly or indirectly. Suicide is not inevitable and can be prevented. Self-harm is when somebody intentionally harms or injures their body. It’s often a way of coping and/or expressing overwhelming emotional distress. The severity of self-harm is not linked to the level of distress. Self-harm can affect anyone of any age. Self-harm can be a risk factor for suicide, but not everyone who self-harms will take their own life.It’s important not to make assumptions, but it’s important to let someone who selfharms know that it’s safe to talk about self-harm and suicide. Harmless provide support for people who self-harm and those close to them. You can call 0115 880 0280, or email info@harmless.org.uk. You can also call the Nottinghamshire Mental Health Crisis Line on 0808 196 3779 (24/7)

Losing Someone to Sucicide. Any bereavement can be very hard but losing someone to suicide can bring different challenges.

You don’t have to grieve for someone you have lost to suicide alone. It’s important to talk to people, and to seek support. The Tomorrow Project offers support to anyone bereaved by suicide, you can email info@tomorrowproject.org.uk or text on 07594 008 356. You could also: Speak to your GP

Speak to a friend, family member, work colleague, anyone else you can trust. Call the Samaritans on 116 123 (24/7), or message them by sending the text Shout to 85258. Contact Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide – Overcoming the isolation of people bereaved by suicide.

If you need urgent crisis support, call the Nottinghamshire Mental Health Crisis Line on 0808 196 3779 (24/7). If you need immediate help because you don’t think you can keep yourself safe, or have taken an overdose, phone 999. If you need immediate help because you can’t keep yourself safe or have already harmed yourself, seek emergency help either by phoning 999 or by visiting your local A&E.