Wollaton Grapevine May 2022

GRAPEVINE

IN WOLLATON AND BRAMCOTE YOUR AREAS MOST USEFUL QUALITY LOCAL MAGAZINE Supporting the Community and Local business

May 2022

In this month’s issue WIN TICKETS! • Trentham Live 22 Festival - 4 days!

• The Hayseed Dixie • Solihull Music Festival Premium Hydropool Superstore

Visit our hot tub showroom Monday - Sunday 10am - 4pm The Rose Gardens, 251 Toton Lane, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7JA.

Call: 0800 144 8827 • www.hydropoolmidlands.co.uk TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

1

Your local leading estate agent Call now to arrange a free valuation

Stapleford Long Eaton Beeston Arnold

2

Sales 0115 949 0044 0115 946 1818 0115 922 0888 0115 648 5485

Lettings 0115 949 6740 0115 946 6946 0115 922 9090 0115 648 5485

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

3

Editors Note Hello everyone, Please see below, a photograph of our competition winner Bruce Liddle from Beeston who along with his wife enjoyed an evening with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers last month. I went with my husband and we were pleasantly surprised how lively, loud and talented these musicians were!

Rock music with guitarists, drums and keyboard and bagpipes, different sounds but an amazing experience. I wasn’t surprised to see that they had a huge following, and so many people of all different age groups at the concert, all dancing and singing right from the the beginning of the show. It was so nice to see after lockdown, people coming together and enjoying themselves. Something we all took for granted before.

Photo: Bruce Liddle in the middle, Willie Armstrong on his left, and James Harper on his right.

Photo credit : ©Bruce Liddle a I have EVEN MORE competitions for you this month, so have read and enter!

We also managed to see the Steve Harley Acoustic Band the show was sensational ! if you get chance to go and see them, I highly recommend that you do! Talented musicians, brilliant songwriting. They’re still on tour, and Steve also has tour dates with Cockney Rebel. (See the back of the bottom photo - there was a large organ at the Albert Hall in Nottingham, more about this inside- not played at this concert though !)

The winners of Steve Harley & Acoustic Band was K. Tennick- Stapleford Who also said they really enjoyed the show.

(So sorry we couldnt find you! ) This month: For all gardening enthusiasts, we have Gardener Steve again with his informative column, plus a chance to go out for the day on a coach trip to Blenheim Palace Flower Show on 25th June 2022 organised by Blue Skies The Limit Events.

Book now to avoid disapointment!

Competitions this month: WIN 2 TICKETS TO ONE OF THESE :

The Solihull Summer Festival - The Hayseed Dixie - Trentham Fest 22 Live Until next month, Christine Christine Gough - Editor Photos credit- Steve Harley Acoustic Band-© Christine Gough- Beech Publications 4

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Family run, local business

Please contact us to arrange your FREE no obligation quotation.

Social Distancing Observed

All tree work undertaken including felling, sectional felling for those restricted areas, stump removal, pruning, Crown reductions & lifts, hedge trimming & removal 24/7 call out, fully insured & health & safety compliant.

0115 928 3381 info@bramcotetreeservices.co.uk www.bramcotetreeservices.co.uk

We also sell seasoned logs TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

5

Nottingham Vehicle Restorations For all your Restoration requirements If you have a passion for old cars and would like to see them restored to their former glory then please give us a call to discuss your requirements.

We cover everything from:- Full and Partial Restorations. Fabrication of Parts if required and lead loading. All paintwork is finished off in a low bake oven.

We can also arrange your MOT.

98 Lilac Grove, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1PG Tel:- 07774 164179 Email:- NVR-Ltd@btconnect.com

Web: www.nvr-ltd.co.uk

TAG LTD Spring boiler service

Summer boiler £50 service £50

Landlord gas safety Landlord gas safety inspection inspection with boiler service with boiler service

£80 £80

Call Call Trevor Trevor mob: 07950681097 mob: 07950681097 e: e: tmarsh@tag-ltd.co.uk tmarsh@tag-ltd.co.uk www.tag-ltd.co.uk Local based in Trowell Local based in Trowell 6

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

N ottingham Building & Roofing LTD A Local Family Business

ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING AND BUILDING WORK UNDERTAKEN No job too big or small • • • •

Flat Roofs Roof Repairs Chimneys Leaks

• UPVC Fascias • Guttering • Fencing

Contact John for a free quote or advice info@nottinghambuildingandroofing.co.uk www.nottinghambuildingandroofing.co.uk 0115 871 5101 or 07435 028 074 0800 474 8938 TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

7

L.S Plumbing & Home Maintenance BASED IN CHILWELL COVERS ALL LOCAL AREAS

EMERGENCY PLUMBING • • • • •

Fully Qualified No Job Too Small Gas Cookers Installed No Call Out Charge City and Guilds

Please call Lloyd Spendlove

0115 9255012

07887 997236

GTO WINDOWS & CONSERVATORIES LTD OF ILKESTON

TRENT BUILDING & ROOFING LTD. NO JOB TOO SMALL

RIDGE TILES CHIMNEY STACKS SLATES OR TILES FITTED EXTERIOR PAINTING GUTTERS REPAIRED OR RENEWED PVC FASCIA BOARDS & CLADDING

FLAT ROOFS REPAIRED OR RENEWED CALL ANTHONY DORAN FOR A FREE ESTIMATE & ADVICE FREE PHONE: 0800 191 0810 TEL: 0115 871 4656 MOB: 07417 413 255

WWW.TRENTBUILDINGANDROOFING.CO.UK

Grapevine can deliver your leaflets

We supply and fit high quality UPVC Conservatories, Windows, Doors, (UPVC or Composite Doors in many colours and designs) Bi-Fold Doors, Soffits & Fascias.

We pride ourselves by obtaining most of our work from client’s recommendations.

We are a small business and can give a personal service, help & advice.

NO SALESMENfor a free no obligation quote please call Gary

Call: 07854990608

0115 917 2857 07970 172857

Photo:Thinglass / Shutterstock.com

8

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

The Perfect Escape Holiday at home with a BBQ cabin. It can become the heart and soul of your garden. Our trademarked sloping wall design not only gives the cabins an unmistakable silhouette, it also makes them very comfortable and enables you to sit back and relax when using the internal seating.

Free Site Surveys

Free Design Service

www.arcticcabins.co.uk Call: 0115 932 8888

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

No Obligation Quotes

Flexible Finance Available

Visit our large open air show site Opening times: Monday - Sunday 10am - 4pm The Rose Gardens, 251 Toton Lane, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7JA.

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

9

Broxtowe Green Festival 18th June 2022. 12pm - 3pm

A free family event to find out more about how you can live a greener life and contribute towards the Council's carbon-neutral agenda.

Following the success of our Green Festival on 23rd April which saw a turnout of over 600 people, we are excited to announce that we are hosting our 2nd Green Festival of the year on Saturday 18th June.

The Green Festival is a fantastic way for residents and their families to find out how they can contribute towards the Borough’s climate change agenda. Each event will feature interactive managed stalls showcasing what people are doing locally to tackle climate change and protect our green spaces. Visitors will be able to learn from leading experts about Recycling, Composting, Climate Change, Wild flowers, Biodiversity and so much more! All the events are free to attend.

Colliers Wood Nature Reserve, Engine Ln, Newthorpe, Nottingham NG16 2FF. Cossall Open Gardens 12th June 2022 1pm - 5pm Open Gardens day, where residents open their gardens and have a small community fair to raise money for maintenance of the village hall and church and other local charities.

Residents will open their gardens and have a small community fair to raise money for maintenance of the village hall and church and other local charities. Tickets are £4 per person and free for under 12s. It’s focused around the Old School House on Church Lane, Cossall, NG16 2RW. There is free parking in nearby fields, or we’re about 15 minutes walk from Ilkeston Station.

The Old School House on Church Lane, Cossall, NG16 2RW CossallOpenGardens@gmail.com 07970 382 186 Beeston and Chilwell Garden Trail approx 18 gardens open Beeston and Chilwell, Nottingham Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th June 2022 - 1.00pm to 6.00pm The trail has a wide range of gardens, showing a range of styles, large and small, gardens for plant lovers or with families in mind, low or high maintenance ones.

There is a map and full listing of gardens on our website.

All monies raised will go to a variety of charities including local ones, each garden chooses its own charity. Cost £5.00 per adult, covers both days.

How to get event passports Tickets are available on the day from any participating garden.

Approximately 18 gardens will be open, but the total may vary from day to day please contact the organisers if you need exact numbers.

Contact the organisers Phone: 07974 351 502 Email: editor@grovebooks.co.uk http://www.beestonandchilwellgardentrail.org.uk

10

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

A garden room isn’t just a room in your garden... it’s a room that adds value to your life, and your home.

With 20 years experience in designing, manufacturing and installing garden buildings throughout the UK, you can trust that Cabin Master will deliver you the perfect space for your garden.

Free Site Surveys | Free Design Service | No Obligation Quotes | Flexible Finance Available

www.cabinmaster.co.uk Call: 0115 932 8888

Visit our open air Cabin Master Village with 25 stunning buildings on display Opening time: Monday - Sunday 10am-4pm The Rose Gardens, 251 Toton Lane, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7JA

TOCabin_Master_fullpage_Ad_2021.indd ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL 07854990608 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk 2

11 10/06/2021 10:43:58

EBW Builders Extensions and Renovations Building work carried out to the highest standards by a friendly and reliable team.

We specialise in extensions, renovations including RSJ fitting with internal wall removal and bespoke brickwork.

Re-boarding and plastering Kitchen fitting Bathroom fitting Electrical work (full NIC certificated) Full central heating systems installed

Call for a no obligation quote

07731 820404

ebwbuilders@gmail.com

EBL Plumbing and Heating Engineers Specialising in Bathrooms Wetrooms Central Heating Systems En-suites and General Plumbing Call for a no obligation quote

07835802192

12

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Electrician

DIGITAL AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES • • • • • •

www.legacyelectrical.co.uk

Do you find it difficult to get someone to Come and do a small job? * Extra Lights * Additional Sockets * New Fuse Boards * Garden Lighting / Sockets * Smoke Alarms

All types of aerial & satellite work carried out Extra stations - extra points 7 day service No call out charge Free estimates 50 years experience in trade

* Smart Door Bells * Smart Heating Systems * Security Lighting * EICR’s Fault Finding and Repairs * Qualified Electrician * Work Guarantee * Fully Insured * Reliable Service Satisfaction Guaranteed

HEAD OFFICE: 0115 978 3890 ENGINEERS DIRECT: KEVIN: 07976566737 LEE: 07809110867

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

I will assure you of a quick response, and a reasonably priced service...

Call Amrit Today

0115 899 0361

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

13

GARDENER STEVE Welcome to May's gardening, I hope that you have had a great spring in your garden, and hasn't it been a dry one, this spring I have been out watering more than usual, I wonder what happened to those April showers!! In May we look forward to the days being longer and warmer, hopefully with the risk of frosts having passed by the end of the month. It is such a busy time and there is plenty to do in the garden, greenhouse, and vegetable garden as we start to leave behind the spring colour, we are now greeted with the blooms of early summer such as the Rhododendrons and Azaleas. - I have added a couple of Azalea to my 4 season's border and certainly giving me colour this month.

Don't forget to have a moment, down tools, grab a cuppa and just sit and take it all in and enjoy your garden! So, to kick start us all off here are few jobs to keep you busy in your garden throughout May. Happy gardening everybody!

• • • • • • •

Feed and water container plants Top-dress permanent pot plants by refreshing the compost Protect crops from carrot fly by covering with horticultural fleece or enviromesh Trim back spreading plants such as aubrietia, alyssum and candytuft after they have flowered Don't rush to cut down or tie up the foliage of spring-flowering bulbs, let them die down naturally Harden off half-hardy plants by leaving them outside during the day and bringing back under cover at night To reduce the spread of forget-me-not, lift the plants now to prevent them self-seeding

Gardener Steve’s plant of the month Dicentra spectablis (Bleeding heart) Dicentras are Chinese plants bearing pink-red, heart-shaped flowers with white tips, which hang from arching flower stems in late spring to early summer, I just love them they disappear in the border but come spring they come alive and they are so graceful.

D. spectabilis is an herbaceous perennial forming a mound of divided, mid-green foliage. Heart-shaped, rose-red and white flowers hang from arching stems. It makes a nice border plant in a cottage or informal garden or a nice filler in a herbaceous border.

The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

Flowering period: Late spring Position: Partial shade, sun if the soil is moist Soil: Moist, fertile, humus-rich soil Hardiness: Hardy perennial Propagation: Sow seeds collected from last season in spring.Divide plants after flowering. Pruning: Cut back after foliage goes yellow and dies off, deadhead flowers after flowering.

14

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

The Chelsea Chop!

The Chelsea chop is a pruning method by which you control the growth, size and the flowering season of many herbaceous perennials that grow in our gardens. This is usually carried out at the end of May, coinciding with the RHS Chelsea Flower Show which is where this technique gets its name.

The Chelsea chop is a process that I use and here are the facts…

• Suitable for late flowering perennials • Carry out at the end of May and early June • Plants that respond well to the Chelsea chop include: Anthemis tinctoria, Echinacea purpurea, Helenium, Lavender, Nepeta, Phlox paniculata, Sedum (upright varieties), Solidago Many other summer- and autumn-flowering perennials can be treated similarly.

The degree of cutting back is specific to each species but the closer to flowering time you prune, the greater the delay in flowering.

Some herbaceous perennials can be cut down by as much as half which will help the plant not grow so tall and leggy, need less staking and the flowers are smaller but more of them. Clumps of perennials can be literally be chopped back by one third to a half using shears or secateurs which will delay the flowering until later in the summer and keep plants shorter and more compact. This is a very useful gardening technique that I have been using for many years and can certainly recommend it on certain herbaceous perennials. If you would like any more information on this topic, drop me an email gardenersteve24@live.co.uk Day trip to Blenheim Palace Flower Show Saturday 25th June The Blenheim Palace Flower Show is back for 2022 and is set to be bigger and better than ever before! Returning to the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace, access into the palace and stunning gardens is also included.

It’s the perfect place to discover your favourite plants, flowers, and an array of gardening goodies from unique garden gazebos, greenhouses and arbours to beautiful flowers, gardening sundries and hundreds of other products.

Take time out after the show to explore this magnificent estate from the palace itself to the large undulating park and formal gardens.

With a full day ahead of you, your day starts off with a breakfast roll and a hot drink from our pick-up points either the Navigation Inn, Breaston or the Plough Inn, Sandiacre. Cost for this trip is £45.00 price includes breakfast and entrance at Blenheim Palace. For more information or to book your place, You can call the booking line on 07413408751 or email infoblueskiesthelimit@gmail.com places are limited, and popular, so early booking is advised.

Remember please keep getting in touch with your stories, photos, events, general gardening advice and help with plant identification just email me at gardenersteve24@live.co.uk Look forward to hearing from you and see you all in June - Steve TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

15

16

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

CANOPY TREE SERVICES

Felling, pruning, hedge cutting, planting, stump grinding to BS3998 Tree hazards surveys, mortgage reports and BS5837 surveys undertaken FREE QUOTES - FULLY INSURED AND QUALIFIED Trading since 2004

0115 832 0247

canopytrees

www.canopytrees.co.uk

MR MOBILITY (UK)

OPEN 7 DAYS

Trading Standards Aproved.

Biggest & Best Showroom in Nottingham

NEW STAIRLIFTS FITTED FROM ONLY £800 FREE HOME SURVEY !

GENUINE £200 OFF WITH THIS ADVERT! LIMITED TIME ONLY

NEW AND USED SCOOTERS

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR TEST AREA (over 40 to choose from)

RISE& RECLINER CHAIRS & BEDS

SCOOTER & STAIRLIFT SERVICES AVAILABLE JAPANESE WATER GARDENS, 251 TOTON LANE, STAPLEFORD, NG9 7JA

Call Carol: 0800 970 4813 or 07950 919 471

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

ANDREW PRICE MOTOR CO. OF WOLLATON EST.1977 Mechanical & Electrical Work Body work and Servicing

FAMILY BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL CAR BUMPER & PLASTIC BUMPER REPAIRS & SPRAY TO MATCH CRACKS, SCUFFS, SCRATCHES ETC.

MOST JOBS BETWEEN £50 TO £100 Please call for an appointment:

0115 928 8887

Garage premises NG8 1HJ

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

17

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.

18

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

My Landscape Gardening Services: Advice on managing and improving spaces.

Wildlife gardens and soft landscaping.

Peace, meditation, sensory gardens.

Garden design and planning.

In-person design consultations.

Sustainable garden makeovers.

Raised beds, planters, and borders.

Rockeries - design, creation and maintenance.

Free quotes for small jobs and pond maintenance.

Wildlife ponds, waterfalls and features.

Garden pond design consultations.

Pond maintenance and restoration.

Creative use of bark and aggregates.

Pruning - including fruit trees.

Planting shrubs, hedges and trees.

Conservation management.

Traditional hazel fencing.

Garden pathways.

Soil improvement.

Garden trellis.

Please visit: www.jkconservationprojects.co.uk and www.gardensofwildlife.co.uk for more information and reviews.

You can contact me on 07425524092.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

19

Derby Driveways & Construction Ltd

Block Paving Driveways & Patios Resin Driveways Red and Black Tarmacadum All types of brickwork Extensions Fencing & Landscaping

Masters in block-paved drives all types of brickwork Full range of traditional colours Complete service and site preparation if necessary Specialists in walling and drainage Fancy brickwork and red or black tarmacadum Fencing and other landscaping Fourteen day cooling off period

FOR A FREE QUOTATION OR FURTHER ADVICE PLEASE CALL

01335 324 936 07599 215 542

To view our latest projects please visit: derbydrivesconstruction.com Email: derbydrivewaysandconstruction@gmail.com 20

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Derby Driveways & Construction Ltd FOR YOUR NEW RESIN DRIVEWAY WHY CHOOSE DERBY DRIVEWAYS & CONSTRUCTION LTD? We offer a 10 year guarantee on driveways with sub-base which is always completed by us, giving you that peace of mind .Alternatively for an overlay only, we offer a 5 year guarantee, all backed by insurance Our full design & planning service that we offer to our customers is backed by a full technical survey. We listen and work with you to achieve the best design to complement your home!

All of our staff are fully trained in groundworks and resin laying with full valid certification We pride ourselves in customer care and quality professional work

THE BENEFITS OF RESIN DRIVES AND PATHS Safety anti slip surface & maintenance free No more puddles as totally porous Resistant to weeds Won’t fade or discolour as UV protected Many colours to choose from No sinking or cracks

FOR A FREE QUOTE :

01335 324 936 07599 215 542

To view our latest projects please visit:

www.derbydrivesconstruction.com E: derbydrivewaysandconstruction@gmail.com TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

21

YOUR LOCAL BLINDS, CURTAINS & SHUTTERS SPECIALIST ✓ Friendly local service

✓ Options for every budget

✓ Price includes measuring & fitting

• I provide expert advice on the best window solutions • Flexible appointment times • Blinds & curtains made right here in the UK

“Clearly very high quality and we really love them!”

R Parker, customer

Over 1000 products, including Faux Wood Venetians from £88

• Ask me about multi-blind discounts • I won’t be beaten on price*

ROLLERS | ROMANS | VERTICALS | VENETIANS | CURTAINS | SHUTTERS | WOODEN BLINDS

Call me for a free in-home appointment: Lucy Cartwright 07435043860 Ilkeston

*Based on the same size, spec & levels of service.

Suduko - Level Complicated

Solution Page 24

22

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

23

fionafrankland legalservices

78 Derby Road, Stapleford Nottingham NG9 7AB Tel: 0115 9393360 email: fflegalservices.com web: www.fflegalservices.com

We offer the following: • Wills • Lasting Powers of Attorney • Probate/Estate Administration Services • Court of Protection • Advance Directives (Living Wills) • House Clearance- Full or Part Homes Cleared • Care Fee Planning • Also offering services for Conveyancing and Wealth Management

Home visits and hospital visits by appointment Open every Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Saturdays 9am -12 mid day Ground floor offices offering disabled access, on street parking available Right in the heart of Stapleford

Suduko solution

24

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Quality made-to-measure fitted wardrobes

- 100’s of designs - Free design & quote - 10 year guarantee - Family business over 20 years - We only use our own fitters - Honest pricing policy - All made in-house - Fit within 3 weeks of order - Installation within 1 day Book your free design visit now

0115 975 6633 - wardrobesonline.co.uk Sliding Door Wardrobes & Bedroom Furniture Factory showroom: Southglade Business Park, off Hucknall Road, Nottingham NG5 9RA TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

25

®

Pre-arranged funeral plans from the experts Relax knowing your affairs are in order Stapleford Beeston

Trent House, 106 Station Road, NG9 2AY

Parker House, 25 Church Street, NG9 8GA

0115 922 0433

0115 949 9211

Terms & conditions are available upon request

www.lymn.co.uk

/awlymn

/awlymn

/a.w.lymn

“Our family serving your family since 1907” 148 x 105mm Beeston-Stapleford Pre-need Ad.indd 1

21/04/2022 11:15

HIGHWAY SERVICES AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMATIVE LTD. Vehicle Maintenance MOT’s—Class 4, 5 & 7 Servicing Servicing & repairs MOT’s Body repairs and paintwork Repair & Bodyshop Accident Repairs Accident repairs undertaken Fleet Management Fleet Management Batteries, Breaks, Batteries, Brakes Clutches, Exhaust etc.

Clutches, Exhausts etc.

WITH THIS VOUCHER

98 Lilac Grove, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 1PG.

0115 925 9493

e: highway-services@btconnect.com w: www.highway-services.co.uk Open: Mon to Thurs 7.30 - 17.30 - Fri 7.30 -16.00 - Sat 9-12 mid day 26

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

ROOFING

WINDOWS

We Offer: * Full roofs with 10 yr guarantee * Roof repairs * Flat roofs using Firestone rubber with 25 yr warranty * Flat roof replacement with 10 yr guarantee * Flat roof repairs * Lead work - valleys, bay windows, roofs * Installation of roof vents * Flat to pitch roof conversions * Rubber roofs * Re-pointing chimney stacks * Loft insulation * Insurance work * Guttering replacement/ repairs

We Offer: * Replacement PVC windows, doors & conservatories * Convert flat window to bay window * Replacement glass units, hinges, vents, locks & handles * Lead bay windows * Composite doors * Velux windows (all sizes) * Conservatory Thermal Roofs

* Soffits/Fascias

No obligation quotes No call out charge Fully insured and only use insured companies

Please call the office: 0115 9398039 e: info@nb-roofingandwindows.co.uk www.nb-roofingandwindows.co.uk Unit 8, Balloon Woods Industrial Estate, Coventry Lane, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3GJ

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

27

NOTTINGHAM’S FLOORING SPECIALIST Call our office on

0115 9390890

76B Derby Road, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7AB

Please visit our extensive website

www.Archerflooring.co.uk or visit us on Facebook.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:

100’s Of Carpets In Our Showroom

Free Measures / Quotes With No Obligation Carpets & Carpet Fitting Safety Flooring Wet Rooms Wood Flooring Laminate Flooring Luxery Vinyl Tiles Damp Proof Membrane

28

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

QUALITY CARS AT SENSIBLE PRICES! 8 Attenborough Lane, Chilwell, Nottingham NG9 5JW

• CARS WANTED • SELL US YOUR CAR • CARS PURCHASED (CASH OR BANK TFR) TOP PRICES PAID! • NO NONSENSE VALUATIONS THAT WE STICK TO Saving you the time and hassle you get from other companies.

• WE HAVE OVER 30 HAND PICKED CARS FOR SALE Each one prepared to a high standard, inc.Valet, MOT, Service, HPI Check & most available to drive away the same day

• FINANCE OPTIONS AVAILABLE

BODYWORK ALSO UNDERTAKEN CALL TO ARRANGE A QUOTE

tel:0115 946 9365 www.jdcarsales.co.uk e:enquiries@jdcarsales.co.uk LOCAL FAMILY BUSINESS EST. 2010 TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

29

Broxtowe Borough Council Launches Ukraine Appeal.

Broxtowe Borough Council has launched an Appeal for residents who wish to donate money and much needed items to support the Humanitarian Aid Work taking place in Ukraine and Poland.

At a recent Full Council meeting, the Mayor of Broxtowe, Councillor Richard MacRae said, on behalf of the Council: Support for Ukraine - www.broxtowe.gov.uk/supportforukraine “This Council stands with the people of Ukraine and their friends and relatives living in the Borough and beyond. This is an unprovoked attack on a sovereign nation. The people that will suffer the most will be civilians on both sides.

We express our unity and support for President Zelensky, the democratically elected Government and the people of Ukraine and call on the UK Government and its NATO allies to offer the maximum humanitarian aid and support for the Ukrainian Government and people.

Broxtowe Borough Council is ready to step up to help refugees who have fled their homes.”

The Appeal scheme was established after Chair of the Finance Committee, Councillor Greg Marshall and the Deputy Leader of Broxtowe Borough Council, Councillor Steve Carr agreed they wanted to provide a practical way for the people of Broxtowe to help.

Broxtowe is in friendship with the town of Myszkow, Poland who are currently experiencing an influx of refugees, due to being located close to the Ukrainian border.

This appeal will allow the people of Broxtowe to offer their support.

If you would like to make a donation, no matter how big or small to the Appeal, you can do so through the official JustGiving page https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/broxtoweukraineappeal If you would prefer to make a donation by cheque, please make the cheque payable to Broxtowe Borough Council and post it to: Ukrainian Appeal c/o Council Offices, Foster Avenue, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1AB. If you aren't able to make a donation but would like to help in some way, visit our Support For Ukraine webpage www.broxtowe.gov.uk/supportforukraine as we are also collecting much needed items that can be dropped off at our main Council Offices in Beeston, Foster Avenue.

30

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

3 Devonshire Avenue, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1BS TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

31

01773 712888

sales@kacox.co.uk kacox.co.uk

Tailored blinds & curtains FREE HOME SURVEY & QUOTATION

Choose your new blinds & curtains from the comfort of your own home with our free home survey or visit our showroom (Just 2 mins from IKEA)

TRENT PLASTERING SERVICES

 Fully qualified  Highly experienced  No job too small  Free written quotes  Friendly, clean service  Rendering & damp proofing  All aspects of plastering  Decorative coving

Please contact Dave Young -

0795 757 3495

BRAMCOTE - Bramcote Memorial Hall Church Street, NG9 3HD -Wednesdays at 5:30pm Call: Margaret on 07877 615284 WOLLATON - St Leonards Community Centre Bramcote Lane - NG8 2ND - Thursdays at 6:00pm Call: Louise on 07974 731277 WOLLATON- Grangewood Methodist Church Grtangewood Road, Wollaton -NG8 2SJ Wednesdays at 9:00am Call: Louise on 07974 731277

trentplastering@hotmail.co.uk based in Stapleford, covering surrounding areas 32

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

• • • • •

Teacher led pre-school 4 outside play areas Separate baby unit Home cooked meals High quality childcare from specialist staff

Day Nursery and Pre-School Open 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday 26 Town Street, Bramcote NG9 3HA. www.bramcotevillagenursery.co.uk TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

0115 943 0053

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

33

Why to choose Hydropool Midlands • Why to choose Hydropool Midlands • 15 experience within thethe industry • years 15 years experience within industry • • 40 years manufacturing in Canada • 40 years manufacturing in Canada • Self cleaning system with commercial based • Self cleaning system with commercial based• filtration for low maintenance and more filtration for low maintenance and more time enjoying your hothot tubtub time enjoying your

Exclusive wellness programmes which go go • Exclusive wellness programmes which beyond justjust turning your hothot tubtub on on andand offoff beyond turning your Large indoor hothot tubtub superstore • Large indoor superstore Largest swim spaspa display in the midlands • Largest swim display in the midlands with purpose built enclosures andand changing with purpose built enclosures changing room facilities room facilities

PremiumHydropool HydropoolSuperstore Superstore Premium 34

Call:0800 0800144 1448827 8827 Call: PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS . www.hydropoolmidlands.co.uk www.hydropoolmidlands.co.uk

ff

ng

Visitour ourhot hottub tubshowroom showroom Visit Openingtimes: times:Monday Monday- Sunday - Sunday10am 10am- 4pm - 4pm Opening 07854990608 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk 35 The Rose Gardens, Toton Lane, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7JA. The Rose Gardens, 251251 Toton Lane, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7JA.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

Cycle rather than drive While you might have to initially invest in a bike, you’ll soon start reaping the rewards in terms of road tax, fuel, insurance. You’ll also enjoy the fitness benefits and improve your health.

Look for a good second hand one if you can’t afford a new one.

Rent or holiday-let your spare room or garage If you want to earn extra income with little effort, you could rent out your spare room, providing you have enough space and can cope with someone else living in your home.

Or try renting out your garage if not in use, for people who have to park on the street.

Don’t be a food snobshop at cheaper supermarkets Supermarkets such as Lidl and Aldi often offer cheaper fresh and perishable products than some other leading stores stores along with bargains on dry goods, toiletries and homeware.

Check all supermarkets prices, and compare as you shop.

Make sensible swaps and try supermarket own brands.

They are sometimes commonly made by the same manufacturer as branded goods and can save you several pounds per shop.

36

Shop around and get a cheaper mobile phone deal If you’ve been with the same network provider for a while, it might well be worth having a look around for a new deal. You can do this easily online, by calling a provider or by visiting a mobile phone store. You may also find that your existing provider will match a deal from a competitor so they don’t lose you as a customer.

Be savvy about shopping online Try leaving items in your basket for 48 hours or more. By chance the retailer may send you a discount code to close the sale.

You may change your mind and decide not to buy, (did you need it anyway?)

Do not buy when tired, stressed or bored!

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Business Law Solicitors Mitchell Wilde LLP are an established, highly regarded commercial law firm covering the East Midlands region We pride ourselves on our responsive, good value, bespoke service and the close working relationships we enjoy with our clients and their other professional advisors.

Whether you are just starting a business, expanding it or selling it we are here to help you every step of the way.

Our Services We provide a full suite of legal services to businesses including; Commercial Law

Business Sales

Company Formation

Commercial Legal Disputes

Debt Recovery

Commercial Property

Wills, Trusts and Probate Disputes

Employment and Employment Disputes

0115 8371 430 www.mitchellwilde.com info@mitchellwilde.com 72 Wollaton Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2NZ

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

37

What’s on at the Equalized Club.

Young At Heart for the over-60s. Doors open at 12.30pm. Buffet, raffle, Bingo, entertainment & dancing.

Family Fun Night. Disco, dancing, games, sweets for children and their families.

7.00 - 10.00pm. . Fri 17th June, Fri 15th July.

Blue Ridge Country Music Club. Bringing you the best in country music every 2nd & 4th Friday. Raffle and Cash Game. 8.30pm start.

Fri 10th June WAYNE T. Saturday nights. Bands, groups, duos, solos. All artists start at 9pm Sat 4th June - NEIL ELLIOTT (Male vocalist) Sat 11th June PLAY QUO (Status Quo tribute band) EQ members - free entry. Guests and visitors - £1 Platinum Jubilee BBQ & Disco on Fri 3rd June. 3pm - 10.00pm.

‘CB Disco’ will start at 4pm. Children and families welcome.

Function Room available for birthday parties; engagement parties; hen/stag nights; Wakes; meetings, presentations etc.

Equalized Club, Albert Avenue, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 8ET - Tel: 0115 9392433 WE ARE ON FACEBOOK!

38

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Domestic / Commercial / Industrial

Professional Auto Body Repairers Over 40 years experience We provide a full range of services for all your car body repair and respray needs.

•Lighting installation & design • Fault finding • Rewires • Sockets • Extra points • Security lighting • Alarms • Upgrade fuse boxes • Free quotes and professional advice • Part P approved contractor

FREE WIRING CHECK WITH THIS ADVERT

Tel: 0115 914 0159

Wilford, Nottingham NG11 7AS Email: spaelectricalltd@googlemail.com Simon Allison

07970172389

Man with Transit Sport Van • No job too small • Local and reliable • Small removals • Licenced waste carrier • Domestic @Garden waste removed Based In Beeston Call for a free quote: 07988 500327 "WANTED"

Motorcycles and Scooters, Runners, Non Runners, MOT Failures, Damaged or Just Parts CASH PAID Call Nigel: 07969507768 0115 9441666 CCS MOTORCYCLE SPARES Unit E6 , Ropewalk Industrial Estate Ilkeston DE7 5HX

TK Computers

PC problems solved Installations, repairs, upgrades etc.

Virus removal and protection Local repairer / Very reasonable rates Call Tom at anytime on 07950 708283 151 Derby Road, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3GZ

email: info@tkcomputers.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

• • • • • • • • • •

All work is guaranteed Impeccable high standards Free estimates - just call in Vehicle accident repairs All makes and models with no job too large or small Respray - (full and part) Guaranted absolute colour match on all respray work Light commercial vehicle work undertaken On-site facilities to repair and respray any long wheel based vehicles Insurance work undertaken Colour Match Guarantee

0115 939 8523

Unit 1 Canalside Ind Estate, Ilkeston Road, Professional Auto Body Repairers Sandiacre, Nottingham 33 years experience NG10 5EA www.autobodytec.co.uk For all types of cars including Ferrari | Masserati | Porsche Non Fault Accident Scheme

Call Autobody Tec and let them take all the hassle of ringing insurers for you, they can even claim your excess back & organise recovery vehicle if needed. Free Courtesy car can be provided while your car is being repaired.

Advertise your business here £25 plus VAT For more information callper Ian or Steve month 0115 939 8523 www.autobodytec.co.uk call 07854990608 Unit 1 Canalside Industrial Estate sales@beechpublications.co.uk Ilkeston Road, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EA

Does your garden need some TLC? Local, reliable, competitive and professional gardening service.

BTEC National Diploma in Horticulture Tel: 07540196091 or 01158370754

Stephen Mewies Gardening Services

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

39

Red carpet welcome for Mayor to unveil latest Street Artwork.

Beeston Cabaret, at the Royal British Legion, commissioned the 47th Beeston Street Art installation.

Designed and executed by Nottingham mural artist Anna Wheelhouse and brokered

by Beeston Civic Society.

The colourful design extends to 30 meters featuring bright red poppies with bees flying from the Beeston Civic Society beehive logo.

The moto 'lest we forget' along with the silhouettes of two ’tommy’ soldiers add poignant reminders of battles fought and lives lost.Anna, who works from her studio workshops in Nottingham’s Gamble Street commented: ‘This commission is both an honour to undertake and provides playful elements as bees intermingle emanating from the Beeston Civic beehive to take flight across the mural’.

Broxtowe mayor Cllr. Richard MacRae unveiled the completed artwork on Friday 15th of April. The RBL rolled out the red carpet for the mayor, who was joined by invited guests, including civic society members.

They were treated to light refreshment in the club, together with entertainment provided by Beeston Cabaret.

The club’s entertainment officer Dave Clifford said: ‘We are delighted to have joined with Beeston Civic Society, who introduced us to the artist through Beeston Street Art. Our members are enthusiastic about the artwork which has certainly brighten the approach to our club’. The entertainment featured singer Jay Harrison, who does a very good impersonation of Neil Diamond. Besides providing some top-quality entertainment, it was also an opportunity of showcasing what the Cabaret Club has to offer, with the big stage, impressive lighting and quality surroundings.

The event was covered by local press, including NG9 News and featured on ITV news regional television – recognising the incredible contribution that Street Art makes to Beeston – serving to provide ‘Pride in Place’ to residents, bringing about conversations, comments and interaction between folk.

40

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Wollaton u3a monthly update May 2022 for June Edition:

WOLLATON

Registered Charity 1185030

What is u3a? It is a Charitable organisation established for people no longer in full time employment, or having responsibility for children, who wish to expand their interests in a friendly social group environment.

The lifeblood of u3a is the Interest Groups; Wollaton currently has 24 active groups, many with vacancies, covering a wide variety of interests from Art Appreciation to Whist. We are always looking for new ideas for groups, so if you have a special interest and would like to expand it with others, let us know and we will try to form a group of like-minded members.

To find out more about Wollaton u3a join us for a cup of coffee at Grangewood Methodist Hall on the first Friday monthly at 11.00am. (free to non-members for their first visit) Our 3rd June Coffee morning will be a celebration of the Queen’s Jubilee with a member leading us in singing songs from the last 70 years, together with a light hearted quiz on the Queen. COME AND JOIN US. “Speaker” meetings are held on 4th Tuesday monthly in St. Leonard’s Community Centre. Coffee available from 9.45 a.m. with the formal meeting starting at 10.15 to allow for buses to arrive.

28th June

A speaker on Inheritance Tax, Care Costs and Sideway Disinheritance

26th July

Lucy Brouwer will talk on Watson Fothergill the architect who designed so many interesting buildings in the Greater Nottingham area.

23rd August

Joy Rice, a local poet will entertain us with some of her amusing poems.

New members are always welcomed. If you would like to learn more join us at a Coffee Morning or one of our “Speaker” meetings where you will be very welcome.

Joining details are on our website at: https://u3asites.org.uk/wollaton/welcome or https://www.facebook.com/u3awollaton or you can telephone on 0756 396 5968, leave a message and we will get back to you within 7 days.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

41

“ You Get The Most Thorough Clean Ever Seen Or It’s Free”!

That’s right, the most thorough cleaning ever. My carpet and upholstery cleaning is the best and most thorough you could ever have – if you don’t agree I won’t accept your payment.

Along with the purchase of your home and family car, your soft furnishings are one of the largest investments you will make. Professional cleaning of your furnishings on a regular basis will extend their life considerably as well as keeping them hygienic and looking good.

4 Reasons Why You Should Choose My Company To Clean & Protect Your Family’s Health 1. Thorough Cleaning – My method doesn’t leave any residue or cause shrinkage. It cleans down to the base of your carpet removing harmful bacteria leaving your carpet clean and healthy.

2. Honest Pricing – I promise no high-pressure sales gimmicks. The prices I quote you are fully inclusive of cleaning products and labour. A full complete clean AND no hidden extras.

3. Protection of your soft Furnishings - Your valuable soft furnishings will stay cleaner longer, vacuum easier and have improved stain resistance with our carpet and upholstery protectors.

4. Long Standing Reputation – My company enjoys a reputation which is second to none, many of our customers not only come back to us time and again but recommend us to their family and friends.

www.breedoncarpetcare.co.uk NOTE: WE DO NOT CHARGE VAT SAVE 20% min For a FREE-No Obligation Healthy Home Audit Call Chris Wakefield On 01332 865565

ur

ia

ww. neal

• • • • • • • •

Extensions, Conversions & Renovations Conservatories & Porches Groundwork, Excavations & Landscaping All types of Fencing & Gates Driveways, Patios & Paths Brickwork & Plastering Plumbing, Bathrooms & Wet Rooms All Residential & Commercial works undertaken.

We are are based based in in Wollaton Wollaton and and cover cover all all We local areas. local areas Please call Matt on: 07931 504 255 Please callhours Matt on: 504 Office only 07931 - Mon to Fri255 Office hours only - Mon to Fri www.leesbuildingservices.com 42

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Spring is here!

Time to spring clean patio’s and drives.

JETWASHING SERVICES

All year round external Mark Readmobile pressure and steam cleaning.

Bring your499131 driveway, patio241 & decking back to life and looking in a nearly new condition.

T: 01159 • M: 07973 492 Block paved driveway pressure washed & resanded Stone & concrete slab patios and pressure washed or steam cleaned Resin & tarmac driveways and pathways steam cleaned Decking timber or composite steam cleaned Soft washed and chemical treatments can be applied to surfaces Removal of Green Algae, Lichen, Oil stains, Black spots, Stubborn grime

Before

After

Before

After

Local business Cover Nottingham and Derby areas

Call Mark: T: 01159 499131

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

After

Before

Fully Insured Reliable &Trustworthy

M: 07973 241492

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

43

Children’s Design Competition Will Share Important Message Children across Nottinghamshire are being asked to create a bold bright design to show that everyone can sparkle, in a competition organised by the NSPCC and Broxtowe Women’s Project (BWP).

Linking with the theme for this year’s Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) Day across Nottinghamshire on 30 June, children are being asked to design a pair of pants for the NSPCC’s Talk Pants mascot, Pantosaurus. The design must celebrate differences and show that everyone can sparkle. The NSPCC Talk Pants campaign is designed to help children to learn about the NSPCC’s PANTS rule, which teaches them how to stay safe from sexual abuse.

Ami-Lara, Children and Young People’s Coordinator for BWP, which supports women, children and young people in Broxtowe who have experienced Domestic Abuse, said: “It’s such an important conversation that parents, carers and professionals need to be having with children.The Pants campaign, with Pantosaurus as a mascot, opens up this often daunting subject and shares the keys messages in an age appropriate, safe way.

We’re really looking forward to seeing what children are inspired to create for Pantosaurus to wear! Each winner will receive a Pantosaurus plush toy, story book and game. We will also select one of the winning settings for a visit from Pantosaurus himself.”

Rachel Wallace, NSPCC Local Campaigns Manager, added: “Talking PANTS is a simple conversation to help keep children safe from abuse. We hope lots of children across the city and the county will take part in this competition, enjoy being creative and learn about the PANTS rules at the same time.”

The competition is open to schools, early years settings and community groups across the city and county. Entries can be submitted until 6pm on Thursday 9th June 2022.

For more information, or for a template to complete visit www.broxtowewomensproject.org.uk/talkpants or email enquiries@broxtowewp.org and for more on the Talk Pants campaign visit www.nspcc.org.uk/pants In Talk Pants each letter stands for a rule: P: Privates are private.

A: Always remember your body belongs to you.

N: No means no.

T: Talk about secrets that upset you.

S: Speak up, someone can help.

For more information on Broxtowe Women’s Project- visit About us - Broxtowe Women's Project or call 01773 719 111 44

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

JOHN FLYNN OPTICIANS AN INDEPENDENT PRACTICE IN THE HEART OF BEESTON NEW LOW VISION AND EYEWEAR STYLING CONSULTATION SERVICE FOR NEW AND EXISTING PATIENTS!

John Flynn Opticians is able to now provide eye examinations throughout the week on most days. The practice has also a brand new Eyewear Styling Service for existing and new patients at their practice in Beeston after recently training their team as professional eyewear stylists. This individually dedicated consultation service, offers patients a unique and bespoke eyewear styling consultation to help them to discover their perfect eyewear to suit both their optical and style needs. The consultations are curated by Annette and Wendy and this will enable all patients to feel assured they are being given an unparalleled consultation service to find them their perfect eyewear.

BOOK AN EYEWEAR STYLING CONSULTATION

▼

BOOK AN EYE EXAMINATION

▼

BOOK A LOW VISION ASSESSMENT

▼

BOOK A DRY EYE/BLEPHARITIS CONSULTATION

▼

DO YOU SUFFER FROM POOR VISION OR DO YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO MAY BENEFIT FROM SPECIALIST SPECTACLES AND AIDS?

“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.

“I was recommended to come to John Flynn Opticians by family. They have lovely staff who explain everything in detail, much more thorough than other opticians I have been to.

My eye examination with Dr. Janjua picked up an astigmatism that had not been previously recognised.

It made a positive difference to my headaches.

I love my new glasses, the shape and the colour. My eye examination was very thorough and detailed and the optician explained what all the technical words meant.”

All the staff are a delight friendly and helpful. It’s a pleasure to visit.”

“John Flynn Optician have friendly and knowledgeable staff who take their time to help with frame choices.

It’s a local opticians with a large selection of frames and a fast service. My glasses are perfect and fashionable.

Just what I wanted. The exam with Dr. Janjua was very professional and thorough.

He takes his time to explain everything whilst being friendly and kind.”

E. Collins

R.Fazal

A. Chidlaw

DO JUST N’ T OUR WTAKE ORD FO READ R IT...

W CUST HAT OUR OME HAVE RS TO SA Y...

“Friends and people I know had told me how satisfied they were with John Flynn Optician, so I thought I would give it a try. I do not think my experience could have been bettered by any other practices.

I refer of course to the service and advice of the optician given to me two years ago at this practice at which time I was suffering with cataracts, and under his directive, I received hospital appointments where they were removed o.k. Dr. Janjua once again gave me a good examination.

“I cannot speak highly enough of Dr Janjua and all his team at Flynn Opticians in Beeston. Due to wrong prescriptions in the past going to him changed my life.

Not only do you get the best product on the market and expert advice, everybody is so helpful and kind. I would not go anywhere else.”

J. West

The practice’s team are very good. They are welcoming, happy and helpful.

They are a pleasure.”

“Just picked up my third pair of specs from Flynns.

I’ve used them for years and cannot fault them, from the excellent care with my sight test to Annette and Wendy who are on hand to advise, make sure your specs fit and sit properly and just generally make you feel welcome.

Nothing is too much trouble.

Thank you all. Until my next visit.”

“I’d heard that the glasses were great quality and the service was great at John Flynn Optician. The staff have been very helpful and gave me all the facts I needed. I love the personal touch and that you don’t have to ask for help - it’s just given. I love my new glasses - the style, the colour, the quality - everything.

Dan and Annette have been brilliant from the minute I walked in the door. They are very friendly and provided perfect service in every way.

I will be coming back and will share my experience with others.”

J.Foster

E. Taylor

L. James

He, like myself, was happy his last examination and my requirements had been correct.

▼

0115 925 5051/939 2421 ✔ INDEPENDENT OPTICIANS ✔ PROFESSIONAL EYEWEAR STYLING SERVICE ✔ LOW VISION AIDS AND SPECIALISTS LENSES FOR MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD), GLAUCOMA AND MORE... ✔ DRY EYE AND BLEPHARITIS TREATMENT

l Clinical Eyecare l Quality Eyewear

IR SH

ILW EL L

N VO

DE

RO AD

Purveyors of Luxury eyewear since 1938

CH

VE EA

Beeston Parish Church

E

NU

UE

E

CA W

L ST

EN AV

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5:30pm. Saturday 9am-5pm

NE

John Flynn Opticians welcomes the registration of new patients and parking is available in the practice’s own car park.

Telephone 0115 925 5051 to make an appointment.

enquiries@johnflynnopticians.co.uk www.johnflynnopticians.co.uk

MID

STR

EET

B646

B6

Pharmacy

46 4

DLE

Pharmacy

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

4 Want to stay up to date with the latest news and arrivals?why not follow us on Instagram and Facebook @johnflynnopticians

07854990608

0115 925 5051

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

45

Business News Stapleford £1m Town Centre Recovery Fund reopens with more businesses now eligible.

The £1m Town Centre Recovery Fund has reopened to high street businesses in Stapleford, and now includes more local businesses, to aid their recovery from the pandemic.

The funding is being made available through the £21m Stapleford Towns Fund which aims to regenerate and revitalise the town.

The scheme is split into two grants to support different aspects of business recovery: The Business Continuity Grant (BCG)aims to support business resilience and growth over the long term, sustaining occupancy levels within Stapleford Town Centre. This grant will support existing businesses looking to expand the way they distribute their services. It is anticipated a maximum of £200,000 will be spent on this portion of the wider Town Centre Recovery Fund. Under the BCG, eligible businesses will be able to apply for and receive up to a maximum of £10,000, although this higher amount does require match funding.

The Building Development Fund (BDF)is to create buildings of the future; improving accessibility, energy efficiency and the look and feel of Stapleford Town Centre. It is anticipated a maximum of £800,000 will be issued through this part of the fund. Under the BDF eligible businesses will be able to apply for and receive up to a maximum of £100,000, although this higher amount does require match funding.

The Towns Fund Board agreed this month to extend the parameters for applications to include businesses on Bessell Lane, Wellington Street, Middle Orchard Street, to the west end of Derby Road and northeast along Nottingham Road up to Cambridge House so that more are able to benefit. You can find full details of this on the updated boundary map - (see opposite page).

Many businesses have already been successful in their bids from the first round of funding, including: 1. 20 Derby Rd, part-funding the conversion of the building into three offices - £97,330 2. Sun Shine Fish and Chicken, 90 Derby Road, new cooking equipment to offer healthier food - £5,000 3. Ryan Plumbing and Heating, 137a Derby Road, shopfront signage and showroom fixtures and fittings - £6,000 To check eligibility and submit an application visit: www.broxtowe.gov.uk/towncentrerecoveryfund 46

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

The Stapleford Town Centre Recovery Fund boundary map Businesses within the catchment area shown below are eligible to apply for grant funding from the Stapleford Town Centre Recovery Fund.

This new Phase 2 boundary was voted for by the Stapleford Town Deal Board on 8 April 2022. It represents extensions to include businesses on Bessell Lane, Wellington Street, Middle Orchard Street, the west end of Derby Road and northeast along Nottingham Road.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

47

Open Air Theatre at Wollaton Hall Nottingham NG8 2AE The Gun Powder Plot- Book now!

Date: Thursday 16th June 2022 Gates open: 6 pm Start time: 7 pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets As You Like It by William Shakespeare By the UK’s Premier all Male Cast Date: Thursday 7th July 2022 Gates open: 6pm / Performance starts: 7pm 50+ tickets available: Price Individual ticket price £11.00 - £18.00* Group ticket price £50.00* Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) *booking fee applies Any enquiries please call 0208 852 5761 or email boxoffice@tlcm.co.uk Heartbreak Open Air Theatre presents - David Walliams - Awful Auntie Date: Sunday 17th July 2022 Gates open: 5 pm Start time: 6 pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare Date: Tuesday 19th July 2022 Gates open: 6pm / Performance starts: 7pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years)Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book :www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets Cinderella -Date: Wednesday 3rd August 2022 Gates open: 5pm / Performance starts: 6pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakepeare Date: Thursday 1st September 2022 Gates open: 6pm / Performance starts: 7pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets

Please bring a low back chair or a rug and enjoy! Car Parking : Fees apply.

48

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Inspire Learning Nottinghamshire

FREE* and low cost courses

Celebrate Summer with New Skills!

Courses in Beeston, Stapleford Libraries & beyond

BOOK your place today!

Aged 16-24? Earn up to £100 a month studying with us* – child benefit is not affected

Summer 2022 course guide out now!

Inspireculture.org.uk/learning I 01623 677 200 I learning@inspireculture.org.uk

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

49

Easy Pasta Salad with dressing This recipe is a picnic-perfect pasta salad! It comes together in no time, it’s full of fresh ingredients, and it packs a flavourful punch. You can prepare before hand and keep in the fridge until required, then add the dressing .This basic recipe can be changed with various ingredients .

Method - 1.Cook your pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water.

2. Drain it, toss it with some olive oil, and set it aside to cool.

3. Chop your cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, finely chop the parsley, and crumble or cube the feta. Add lettuce and or olives (optional) Make the dressing -Whisk together the dressing ingredients & toss everything together in a big bowl! Season to taste.

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked fusilli pasta 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 small cups chopped rocket or lettuce 1 cup cucumbers, sliced 1 cup crumbled or cubed feta cheese 1 cup basil leaves, torn ½ cup chopped parsley ½ cup chopped mint ¼ cup toasted pine nuts

Dressing

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for drizzling 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence, or dried Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes ¾ teaspoon sea salt

Try alternatives

Use halved mini mozzarella balls in place of the feta | Add more lemon if you prefer a tangier salad |Toss in more greens and veggies of your choice | Add bread croutons for a crunch If Vegan use sun dried tomatoes instead of Feta cheese | Can be made Gluten free, just use Gluten free pasta.

50

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Need leaflets distributing?

2,000 min. to 20,000 max Please call: Grapevine: 07854990608 email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk

Established 2004

Renu Oven Cleaning OVENS HOBS EXTRACTORS The Association of Approved Oven Cleaners

0115 9391555 / 07903354171 mark@renuoven.co.uk TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

51

New Accommodation For Ex Service Personnel In Stapleford.

Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Richard MacRae has officially opened Tom Martin House , the recently completed construction of five one bedroom flats in Stapleford.

The flats were built by local firm Vaughandale Construction Limited and will be let to ex service personnel on the Council’s housing register. This is part of the ongoing work to meet the Council’s commitment to build 230 new social homes over the next 10 years.Tom Martin House Councillor MacRae said, “These properties are important to support the mental health and wellbeing of ex service personnel. It’s the sacrifices of these people that gives us the freedoms we have today. They’ve looked after us for years, so we’ve got to do our bit to look after them.’’

The new homes have been named after the late Tom Martin, who had been in Stapleford for only three months when war broke out. He enlisted in 1940 and went on to be awarded the French military decoration the ‘Croix de Guerre’. He served throughout the Africa campaign from El Alamein to Sicily and went to France on the day following D-Day. He then served in Belgium and Holland and took part in the battle for Germany. Later returning to Stapleford serving residents as local Broxtowe Councillor, Mayor for Stapleford and Broxtowe and then became an Honorary Alderman of Broxtowe Borough.

Colonel Gavin Hatcher, Commander of 170 Engineer Regiment, based at Chetwynd Barracks in Chilwell said, “It’s a real privilege to have been here today I think the back story behind the name of Tom Martin is really compelling and the fact that Tom Martin was so altruistic is really fitting. It’s great that the community have come together to look after veterans within the community.”

52

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

The new flats: • meet all the room sizes as set out in the National Space Standards • have bathroom and kitchen fans that provide continuous ventilation to the properties • have off street parking spaces and a secure communal garden • have been awarded a Secured by Design rating of Gold for their safety and security ribbon cutting of Tom Martin House The new flats also have good green credentials: • have showers (not baths) to assist in reducing water consumption • as well as excellent insulation each flat is individually fitted with an air source heat pump and solar photovoltaic panels. No gas is supplied to these properties.

One of the new tenants said, “Moving in to one of the new flats has given me security and stability in relation to my disability and whether I may not be able to work in the future. I have moved around a lot and this flat now allows me to hope that this will be the last property I will live in and gives me that future where I can put my roots down. Living with other ex-service personnel has given it a family feel to living here.”

Top row left to right, Leader of Broxtowe Borough Council, Councillor Milan Radulovic MBE and Colonel Gavin Hatcher, Commander of 170 Engineer Regiment, based at Chetwynd Barracks in Chilwell.

Bottom row left to right, Councillor Richard MacRae (at the time of the event Richard was The Mayor of Broxtowe). Councillor David Grindell representing Stapleford Community Group, the last three are representatives of Stapleford Community Group.

Photo credit and names - Courtesy of Broxtowe Borough Council.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

53

54

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

COMPETITION - WIN 2 TICKETS !

Solihull Summer Fest Tudor Grange Park, Solihull Saturday 23rd July & Sunday 24th July 2022.

R&B star Billy Ocean set for Solihull Summer Fest 2022.

The award-winning R&B singer-songwriter, Billy Ocean, is joining the incredible Sunday line-up at this year’s Solihull Summer Fest.

Dubbed the biggest black recording star that Britain has ever produced, Billy has sold more than 30 million records worldwide, achieving number one spot on pop charts in the UK, USA, Australia, Germany and Holland.

The Trinidadian-English musician won a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run), and in 1987 was nominated for the BRIT Award for Best British Male Artist. His other hits include ‘When The Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going’, ‘Love Really Hurts Without You’, ‘Suddenly’ and ‘Red Light Spells Danger’.

In addition to Billy Ocean, the show on Sunday 24 July, features: Belinda Carlisle, Kool & The Gang, Bad Manners, The Real Thing and Dr & The Medics.

Saturday 23rd July 2022 will see Shaggy, Sister Sledge. Boyzlife, Shalamar, Lemar and back by popular demand, Artful Dodger returning to the main stage.

The Solihull Summer Fest team are very proud of what is clearly their biggest line up to date are promising “the ultimate feel-good music festival”.

Throughout the weekend, the Second Stage will be hosted by The Soul Selection featuring the finest 70s & 80s Soul & Funk Anthems.

The Soul Selection stage is headlined on the Saturday by Kenny Thomas and on Sunday by Trevor Nelson. Organiser, Ian Rogers, said: “After a very challenging couple of years, event life is in a much more positive situation and our team are completely focused and passionate about delivering the best-ever Solihull Summer Fest. There are some huge names in our line up and I truly hope the Solihull borough support this increasingly popular festival on their doorstep."

Tickets, including VIP options, are currently for sale. For more information and options to buy tickets online visit www.solihullsummerfest.co.uk To Win 2 x Tickets for the SOLIHULL SUMMER FEST, AT THE TUDOR GRANGE PARK, SOLIHULL for Saturday 23rd July and Sunday 24th JULY 2022 Please send in your name address and phone number, by post or email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk SOLIHULL SUMMER FEST Competition, Grapevine, 50 Beech Avenue, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EH. Closing Date: 30th June 2022 (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 TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

55

What people say about Hayseed Dixie: “The Hayseed’s berserk hedonism is indeed refreshing! ***** (5 Stars)” - The Guardian “Superlative musicians with a deep love and understanding of the dynamics of both modern rock and ancient hillbilly music” The Times “I enjoyed this and . . . on further investigation . . . it’s not good . . . it’s fabulous!” – Brian May, Queen “This is great! I can’t wait to get the royalty check!” Gene Simmons, KISS

56

WIN 2 TICKETS TO SEE Rock grass band,

HAYSEED DIXIE

coming to play WOLVERHAMPTON – Robin 2 on Thursday 7th July 2022!

To Win 2 x Tickets for the HAYSEED DIXIE at the WOLVERHAMPTON - ROBIN 2 ON THURSDAY 7TH JULY 2022 Please send in your name address and phone number, by post or email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk HAYSEED DIXIE Competition, Grapevine, 50 Beech Avenue, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EH. Closing Date: 20TH JUNE 2022 (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

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Hayseed Dixie began one innocent Summer day in 2000 when John Wheeler and Mike Daly drank roughly enough whiskey to float a battleship from the Florida Coast over to Portugal and back and decided to play around in John’s studio. Having spent the previous few years touring around with assorted country hat-acts, John had assembled a proper pile of recording equipment. Thus when he and Mike discovered in their drunken epiphany that the Lost Highway of Reverend Hank Williams and the Highway to Hell of Bishop Bon Scott were indeed the same identical stretch of tarmac, they were well and truly prepared to document this revelation in situ.

East Nashville, Tennessee in the Summer of 2000 was a proper Bohemian party place, and a few friends stopped by, drank some of John’s whiskey, and played and sang on this recording here and there, as was the custom of the times. And ten AC/DC songs were suddenlyreimagined and recorded forever anew, entirely reinvented as Appalachian Mountain hillbilly rave-ups.Everyone danced (oh how they danced!) around the studio room and out onto the porch and drank more whiskey. (You should have been there. Really. You should have.)

Now, functioning well as “Exhibit A” in the demonstration of how one’s beginnings rarely know one’s ends, Hayseed Dixie have evolved into a proper force, one that most people either love, hate, or have never heard of. There isn’t really any middle ground, nor should there be, but fourteen albums - consisting of both original material and reinterpretations of previously rendered songs - and global physical *sales in excess of half a million copies, with over 1,200 live shows in 31 different countries testify: Hayseed Dixie are the undisputed creators of the musical genre, Rockgrass. There are many copycats, converts, and disciples out there. Accept no imitations.

In 2017, Hayseed Dixie offered up their 15th studio album, a collection of both original songs and reinterpretations of R&B and Soul classics. Dance with them as they probe the queries: “Why do we still believe there is such a thing as ‘race’?” “Are concepts like ‘nations’ and‘nationality’ really useful to people who lay bricks or perform kidney stone surgeries?” and “Why does every song always sound better with a banjo in the mix?” The boys are seeking after the root core categorical commonality that runs like an eternal golden braid throughout all of humanity. Then they will buy it a drink!

‘Free Your Mind And Your Grass Will Follow’ is out now on Hayseed Dixie Records.

Tickets for the HAYSEED DIXIE – July 2022 shows are available from: Thursday 7th July WOLVERHAMPTON - Robin 2 Friday 8th July CHESTER – Live Rooms Sunday 10th July CASTLETON – Devil’s Arse Cavern Tickets available from https://www.thegigcartel.com/Artists-profiles/Hayseed-Dixie.htm

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

57

58

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Mindful Mindful Colouring 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.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

59

The Albert Hall City Organ in Nottingham.

Forward by Christine Gough.

Further notes credit : The Binns Organ Trust.

I recently took this photograph of the large organ at the back of the stage at the Albert Hall in Nottingham.

I was amazed by the sheer size and beauty of it, so I decided to read more and write about it.

The Organ no. 552, a four manual 59 stop instrument, was erected in 1909 in the then Wesleyan Central Mission which was later renamed the Albert Hall Methodist Mission by James Jepson Binns in 1909. It cost £4,500, and was a gift to the City of Nottingham by Jesse Boot, 1st Baron Trent and was to be known as the City Organ. James Jepson Binns (1855-1928) was one of the most successful and prolific of the numerous Yorkshire organ builders working at the turn of the 20th century.

The specification of the organ was drawn up by Mr. C. W. Perkins who was then an organist of Birmingham Town Hall and Revd Dr F Luke Wiseman who was a Methodist minister and organist. The Italian and Spanish walnut casework was made in Nottingham in the Boots shopfitting workshop and the exquisite carving by Fitchett & Woollacott, of Nottingham, James Binns supplied the main timber framing. The Albert Hall organ was one of the largest instruments that the firm produced, a versatile instrument well-suited to concert use. It has remained through time mainly unaltered, although in 1926, Brindley & Co from Sheffield made minor tonal alterations to the organ, and did not affect the overall character, sound and power. In 1973, Henry Willis & Co carried out the cleaning and some minor repairs to the organ. Over time the enviromental dust, pollution , and heat within the hall took its toll on the organ and in 1987 the hall was closed for three years and the organ remained silent.

However, enthused by comments such as this from 91-year-old William Rhodes writing to the Nottingham Evening Post, “I hope I am not too late to express my astonishment and amazement at the apparent lack of interest in keeping this ‘diamond in their midst’”, the Binns Organ Restoration Appeal Fund was founded. People were co-opted, cajoled and persuaded to help with their time, their efforts and their money. Donations poured in and work began in September 1992 under the guidance of organ consultant David Butterworth, who was subsequently appointed Custodian. The Durham based firm of Harrison & Harrison werecontracted to carry out a full restoration of the organ after exhaustive research.

The restoration was largely compete by August 1993 which gave the organ time to “settle in” before the re-opening celebrations in October that year.

60

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

In early 1994 decision was made inaugurate an annual series of organ recitals to keep the Binns instrument before the public. Full accounts of the restoration of the Albert Hall, Not-

tingham organ can be found by Mark Venning (managing director of Harrison & Harrison) in vol. 18 (1994) of the Journal of the British Institute of Organ Studies, and by David Butterworth in Organists’ Review of May 1996.

The Binns Organ Trust relies heavily on ticket sales and the generosity of individual donors to meet the costs of maintaining this wonderful instrument and delivering a world class organ recital series.You are invited to become a Friend of the Binns Organ to help ensure that the instrument can be enjoyed by the citizens of Nottingham for many years to come.For further information and membership please visit: https://binns.info/organ/history/

Photo: Steve Harley Acoustic Band 2022 in front of the Binns City Organ, Albert Hall, Nottingham.

(Please note: the organ wasn’t played at the above concert!) -Photo credit: © C.Gough- Beech Publications

The History of The Albert Hall, Nottingham.

In the early 1870’s the Good Templar’s (part of the Temperance Movement) and others were looking for a site for a Nottingham Temperance Hall.

Mr Watson Fothergill, the fashionable and award winning local architect, who designed over 100 unique buildings in Nottingham won thecommission, but although the foundation stone was laid in September 1873 funds soon ran out.A rescue bid was put together with the formation of a limited liability company. Work resumed on what was to become the Albert Hall, a prestigious and expensive building costing some £14,000. The Albert Hall was the City’s largestconcert hall and a major venue for political rallies. But by the turn of the century it was quite clear it would never be able to generate enough cash to avoid frequent financial set backs.The Albert Hall came on the market in 1901 and was purchased by a syndicate of local businessmen for £8,450 and it was opened as a mission for the Wesleyans in September 1902. In 22nd April 1906 a fire swept through the building.his disaster came as a double blow when the Methodists learned that the Hall was under-insured, and they would have to raise a substantial sum of money to rebuild.

Undeterred, the community raised the cash and sought another architect. This time, a prominent local Methodist, Mr A E Lambert, who had been responsible for the terracotta Midland Station, was asked to produce a plan. His new Albert Hall Methodist Mission was built in the style of an Edwardian theatre or Music Hall and, in the practice of Temperance halls, concerts and other events were staged in the building.The new hall was dedicated in March 1909 and officially opened on the 15th September 1910 by Lady Boot. The Hall continued to function as a Methodist mission until 1984 .Nottingham City Council purchased the Albert Hall in 1987 and a major refurbishment was set to task in order to link the venue with the adjacent Nottingham Playhouse for use as a multipurpose centre. The work was completed in 1988 and Her Royal Highness the Princess of Wales unveiled a plaque on 23rd February 1989 to commemorate the refurbishment.The Nottingham Playhouse managed the Albert Hall until July 1990 when the Nottingham City Council leased the building to the Albert Hall Nottingham Ltd for use as a Commercial Conference and Entertainment Venue. To hire out the Albert Hall in Nottingham, for conferences or events : Phone 0115 950 0411 TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

61

WIN 2 TICKETS! for 4 days TRENTHAM LIVE 2022 returns to Trentham Gardens, Staffordshire this September - Thursday 1st - Friday 2nd - Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th 2022!

Headline acts announced: SECRET SYMPHONY - Thurs 1st September STEPS – Friday 2nd September with Louise Rednapp CRAIG DAVID – Saturday 3rd September with special guest Nathan Dawe McFLY Sunday 4th September with Scouting for Girls TRENTHAM LIVE 2022 returns with FOUR amazing shows set over one weekend, featuring a stellar line-up of artists with an incredible outdoor setting.

Headliners for this year’s September weekend begins on the Thursday with Secret Symphony who launch the first of the weekend’s events. Pop legends STEPS headline the Friday evening. Joining Steps will be special guest singer Louise Redknapp.

Saturday 3rd September sees British singer, songwriter, rapper, DJ and record producer CRAIG DAVID joining the line-up. Support for Craig David is BRIT-nominated DJ / producer and MTV’s Push Artist for 2021 Nathan Dawe.

Completing the 4-day event line-up are pop legends McFLY. Having recorded and promoted their latest album ‘Young Dumb Thrills’ in 2020, McFly were desperate to get on the road and perform their new music in-front of live audiences - which finally happened last year.

The guys hit Festivals and Arenas around the country with an outpouring of unadulterated energy that firmly put the McFly live experience back on the map. Supporting McFly on the final evening will be the fabulous Scouting For Girls.

Alastair Budd, Senior Director of Trentham said, “Following on from the successful Trentham Live 2021 weekend with Alfie Boe, McFly and The Vamps last year. We’re excited and very much looking forward to bringing international and homegrown stars such as Craig David, McFly and pop legends Steps to Trentham this year. It will be an unmissable weekend of incredible live music and entertainment for all ages”.

62

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

GRAPEVINE READERS WIN 2 x tickets for the 4 days !

For more information and tickets on Trentham Live 2022, please go to –

www.ticketmaster.co.uk/trentham-live To Win 2 x Tickets for the TRENTHAM LIVE FEST, AT THE TRENTHAM GARDENS for THURS 1ST, FRI 2ND, SAT 3RD, SUN 4TH SEPTEMBER 2022 Please send in your name address and phone number, by post or email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk TRENTHAM LIVE FEST Competition, Grapevine, 50 Beech Avenue, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EH. Closing Date: 30th JULY 2022 (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 TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

63

Beware of Courier Fraud

What it is.

Courier fraud occurs when a fraudster contacts victims by telephone purporting to be a police officer or bank official. To substantiate this claim, the caller might be able to confirm some easily obtainable basic details about the victim such as their full name and address.

The caller may also offer a telephone number for the victim to telephone or ask the victim to call the number on the back of their bank card to check that they are genuine.

In these circumstances, either the number offered will not be genuine or, where a genuine number is suggested, the fraudster will stay on the line and pass the victim to a different individual.

After some trust has been established, the fraudster will then, for example, suggest; - Some money has been removed from a victim’s bank account and staff at their local bank branch are responsible.

- Suspects have already been arrested but the “police” need money for evidence.

- A business such as a jewellers or currency exchange is operating fraudulently and they require assistance to help secure evidence.

Victims are then asked to co-operate in an investigation by attending their bank and withdrawing money, withdrawing foreign currency from an exchange or purchasing an expensive item to hand over to a courier for examination who will also be a fraudster.

At the time of handover, unsuspecting victims are promised the money they’ve handed over or spent will be reimbursed but in reality there is no further contact and the money is never seen again.

Protect yourself.

Your bank or the police will never call you to ask you to verify your personal details or PIN by phone or offer to pick up your card by courier. Hang up if you get a call like this.

64

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

If you need to call your bank back to check, wait five minutes; fraudsters may stay on the line after you hang up. Alternatively, use a different line altogether to call your bank.

Your debit or credit card is yours – don’t let a stranger take it off you. You should only ever have to hand it over at your bank. If it’s cancelled, you should destroy it yourself.

Spot the signs.

Someone claiming to be from your bank or local police force calls you to tell you about fraudulent activity but is asking you for personal information or even your PIN to verify who you are.

They’re offering you to call back so you can be sure they’re genuine, but when you try to return the call there’s no dial tone.

They try to offer you peace of mind by having somebody pick up the card for you to save you the trouble of having to go to your bank or local police station.

How it happens.

You may get called on your mobile or landline by someone who claims to be from your bank or the police. They say their systems have spotted a fraudulent payment on your card or it is due to expire and needs to be replaced.

They might suggest that you hang up and redial the number of their bank or police force to reassure you that they’re genuine. However, they don’t disconnect the call from the landline so that when you dial the real phone number, you’re still speaking to the same fraudster.

They’ll then ask you to read out your credit or debit card PIN or type it on your phone keypad. They may ask for details of other accounts you hold with the bank or elsewhere to grab more information.

Then they promise to send a courier to you to collect your bank card. The fraudster will have your name, address, full bank details, card and its PIN, and withdraw cash using the card and may even use the information to commit identity fraud in your name.

How to report it.

Report it to us online or call 0300 123 2040.

If you’ve given your bank details over the phone or handed your card to a courier, call your bank straight away to cancel the card.

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

65

2nd NOTTINGHAM GIRLS’ BRIGADE Friendship

Fun

Gain awards

Come and join us on Tuesday evenings from 6.00pm at Stapleford Methodist Church For more details Phone 0115 9176755

4year - 7year

66

8year -10year

11year – 13year

14year – 18 year

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .

Publication & Distribution Information Grapevine in NG9 is published by BEECH PUBLICATIONS Office: 50 Beech Avenue, Sandiacre, Nottingham. NG10 5EH Editor: Christine Gough Direct: 07854990608 www: www.beechpublications.co.uk email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk Distribution:12,000 Monthly Advertising costs: see our website or phone /email for prices.

Prices start as little as £25 plus VAT per issue.

Attractive deals on offer for multiple bookings, call for details.

Non profit making community groups advertise for free.

Beech Publications publish and distribute two glossy A5 community magazines.

Grapevine in NG9 - Covering parts of Chilwell, Beeston, Attenborough, Toton, Stapleford & Trowell.

Distribution 12,000 copies.

Grapevine in Wollaton and Bramcote Covering parts of Wollaton and Bramcote Distribution 8,000 copies.

Please save me or recycle

We deliver leaflets, please call for further details.

07854990608

Disclaimer: BEECH PUBLICATIONS is an independent publishing organisation and is not connected to any other organisation, publications, or groups. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of material published in this magazine. Beech Publications takes no responsibility for accuracy of statements made by contributors or advertisers..Beech Publications does not officially endorse any advertising material in this magazine. All rights reserved.

Copyright: This publication may not be reproduced, or transmitted in any form, in whole or part without the written permission of the publisher. All artwork is accepted on the strict condition that permission has been given for use in this magazine .

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

07854990608

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.beechpublications.co.uk

67

Long Eaton

Tel: 0115 946 25555

& Design Works Kitchens

email: sales@leaco.co.uk

Appliance company

Fully Fitted Kitchens - Free Expert Design Service - Expert Fitting Very affordable prices from a local family run business you can trust

Fitting Service Available - Hundreds of items in stock Visit our huge showroom for expert advice and unbeatable deals!

Tel: 0115 946 2555 Visit us online at: www.longeatonappliances.co.uk www.designworkskitchens.co.uk Unit 1, Acton Avenue, Fields Farm Rd., Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 1GA

68

PLEASE MENTION GRAPEVINE WHEN RESPONDING TO ADVERTISEMENTS .