January 2018
Student on a help mission to Sri Lanka A CARING Mansfield Woodhouse student is appealing for donations to help spread her passion for volunteering and supporting people with mental health issues.
Georgina Walters has gained a fiveweek placement to work in Sri Lanka next summer, where there is a shortage of qualified mental health professionals. She said her time in Sri Lanka on the placement with SLV.Global would be challenging, but she hoped her efforts in cognitive stimulation sessions and workshops would benefit children and adolescents with mental health difficulties. Georgina will also teach English to both children and adults during her time in Sri Lanka. But she needs to raise £2,500 to fund the trip — and has set up two websites for people to make donations. Georgina, 20, a first-year psychology student at the University of Leeds after graduating from West Notts College with an A* and two As at A-level, said: “I have always had a passion for volunteering and giving back to my community. (Continued on page 5)
MISSION to help: Georgina Walters.
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CHEMISTS Oakwood Pharmacy, 14 Church Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, 01623 423670, open until 10.30pm. Lloyds Pharmacy, 12 High Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, 01623 636391, open until 6.30pm. Rowlands Pharmacy, 36 High Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, 01623 623511, open until 6pm. Boots, St Peter’s retail park, Station Street, Mansfield, 01623 653926, open, Mon-Sat, 9am until midnight. Orchard Pharmacy, Orchard Medical Practice, Stockwell Gate, Mansfield, 01623 656586, open, Mon-Fri, 7am-11pm; Sat, 9am-11pm; Sun, 10am-4pm. Rosemary Street Pharmacy, Rosemary Street, Mansfield, 01623 622413, MonFri, 7.30an-10pm; Sat, 8am-10pm; Sun, 8.30am-10pm. Sainsbury’s Pharmacy, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, 01623 557144, Mon-Sat, 8am-10pm; Sun, 10am-4pm. CHURCHES The International Church, Albert Street, Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 8BQ, 01623 646750. St Edmund’s Church, 1 Welbeck Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 9JY, 01623 629665. Trinity Methodist Church, High Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8BD. SCHOOLS Northfield Primary School, Cox’s Lane, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8PG, 01623 625589. Leas Park Junior School, Ley Lane, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8LD, 01623 477629. Peafield Lane Academy, Litton Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 9PB, 01623 460366. The Manor Academy, Park Hall Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8QA, 01623 425100.
GENERAL Nottinghamshire Police, non-emergency — 101 Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue, non-emergency — 0115 967 0880. NHS non-emergency advice helpline — 111. Samaritans — 0845 7909090. Crimestoppers — 0800 555111. Report a gas leak — 0800 111999. Report a power cut — 0800 0568090. Report a water leak — 0800 7834444. Gamble Aware helpline — 0808 8020133. Citizens Advice Bureau Mansfield — 0844 8563411. Alcoholic Anonymous — 0115 9417100. 24-hour Domestic Violence helpline — 0808 800 0340.
Yeoman Park Special School, Park Hall Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8PS, 01623 459540. Saville House School, Church Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8AH, 01623 625068. The Bramble Academy, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8DF, 01623 635928. St Edmund’s C Of E Primary School, Church Hill Avenue, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 9JU, 01623 646624. Nettleworth School, Mansfield Woodhouse, 01623 455940. Cherubs Childcare Centre, School House, School Lane, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 9LA, 01623 420940. LIBRARY Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Church Street, NG19 8AH, 01623 621781, http:// library opening times.co.uk/listing-2655.html. Closed until Easter. DOCTORS Mansfield Woodhouse Health Centre, Church Street, NG19 8BL, 01623 420692. Oakwood Surgery, Church Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8BL, 01623 435555, The Manor Sport and Recreation Centre, Kingsley Avenue, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8JY, 01623 425116, www.manor-sportscentre.co.uk Debdale Park Sports Ground, Debdale Lane, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 7NS, 01623 631747, http://sports-facilities.co.uk/ sites/view/6004394. OTHERS Friends Of Yeoman Hill Park, www.mans fieldwoodhouse.info/MWCDG/FoYHP.htm Mansfield Woodhouse Community Development Group, 53 Park Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8ER, 01623 429334.
The Stable Centre, Church Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19 8AH, 01623 659625. Sherwood Forest Foodbank, Stable Centre, Church Street, Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 9JY, 01623 629665. Sherwood U3A Mansfield Woodhouse, meets on the third Thursday of the month at 9.45am-noon in Turner Hall, Mansfield Woodhouse, for general information, group updates, refreshments, speaker www.sher woodu3a-mansfieldwoodhouse.org.uk MILLSIDE RADIO King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton. Call 01623 737737 to leave messages and requests for patients in King’s Mill. MANSFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL Neighbourhood warden — Woodhouse, Park Hall and Manor 07976 405320; Yeoman Hill, Maun Valley and Peafields 07976405335. Mansfield dog warden, 01623 463189. Housing repairs, 01623 463500. Anti-social behaviour, 0800 555111. Community safety, 01623 463185. Environmental health, 01623 463189. Grimebusters, 01623 463463. Sports development, 01623 463371. Parks and open spaces, 01623 463463. Town centre management, 01623 463073. Community engagement, 01623 463372. Property services, 01623 463728. Parenting practitioner, 01623 463529. Housing benefits and council tax reduction, 01623 463463. Benefits, 01623 463463. Planning and building control, 01623 463207. Planning appeals, 01623 463207. Mansfield District Council, 01623 463463. Learning and development, 01623 463486. Council tax enquiries, 01623 463144.
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Presentation to baby unit in memory of Samii A TEENAGER who benefitted from the care of the neo-natal unit at King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton, when he was born returned to present a special cheque. Alexander Straw, a student at the Manor Academy, Mansfield Woodhouse, handed over a donation of £300 to Clare Harris, the founder of the Emily Harris Foundation within the neo-natal unit. The money was raised following the death of Alexander’s mother, Samii Wood, aged just 49. He was keen to provide support for the unit and thanked it for the care and kindness shown to him as a baby in June 2004. The Emily Harris Foundation was set up in memory of Clare’s five-month-old daughter, Emily, who died in 2007. It aims to provide financial support for the unit’s staff members who want to undertake further training whose funding is not supported by the NHS. It also offers financial relief in cases of hardship for families with babies receiving care on the unit through welcome packs (nappies, bibs, a fleece blanket, cotton wool and a diary for parents), a hardship fund, a meal voucher and bus tokens. RIGHT: Alexander Straw presents the money to Clare Harris for the Emily Harris Foundation.
MBE honour for Woodhouse foster carer A LONG-SERVING foster carer received an MBE in the annual New Year’s Honours list. Catherine Gullen, 67, of Stranraer Close, Mansfield Woodhouse, who has been registered as a foster carer with Nottinghamshire Fostering Association since 1988, was awarded the honour for services to children. She has fostered more than 35 children, providing them with a stable and nurturing
She has befriended kinship foster carers who are living in Nottinghamshire and caring for a group of five siblings from outside the authority, offering advice,
guidance and support to reduce the carers’ isolation. She is also a facilitator for the preapproval training that all prospective carers attend as part of their assessment process. John Middleton, formerly facilities manager at the School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Nottingham, was awarded a BEM for services to higher education and science.
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environment that prepares them for moving on. Since 2013, Catherine has been part of a buddy scheme where she is matched with prospective foster carers to provide support.
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Student wants to help mental health care (Continued from page 1) “I have previously offered my help in schools, to others and with the Samaritans as a fully-qualified listening volunteer. “I would love to expand my volunteering to the other side of the world.” Georgina is a recovering anorexic and said her positive experience with the NHS in England had also inspired her to want to help people in Sri Lanka, where people with similar conditions do not receive the same support. “Sri Lanka is so far behind. The lack of sufficient mental health care there has a personal importance to me,” she said. “I am a recovering anorexic and have suffered with anxiety and depression. “I was lucky to receive the best support through the NHS for my conditions, but others in Sri Lanka are not so lucky. “Travelling to Sri Lanka would help to broaden my understanding of psychology and give me skills that I could take back to use in the UK. “With few psychologists, the primary method of treatment for those with mental health issues in Sri Lanka is drugs not therapy. “Beds in psychiatric hospitals are scarce and there is a great deficit of formally qualified mental health professionals. “I want to help improve mental health
care in Sri Lanka, but I need support to help me get there. SLV.Global cannot cover the cost of anything — accommodation, meals, transport, travel insurance, flights or visas. “Any contribution could make a massive difference and help me to get to Sri Lanka to help their mental health care. “Every penny will make a difference, every pound will take me one step closer to getting there.” Georgina said she would be staying with a family in Sri Lanka, where there would be no hot water and the regular comforts enjoyed by people in the UK. She added: “Engaging with patients who have mental health issues can be very beneficial for them. “Creative activities like art and crafts and playing sports can improve confidence and well-being and help them back into the community. “I want to put on sessions that can make a difference and give people the opportunity to feel better and healthier.” Anyone wanting to help Georgina can make a donation at www.gofundme.com/ pph6y-mental-health-volunteer-sri-lanka or shop at www.easyfundraising.org.uk/ causes/georginawalters/?q=Georgina%20 walters%20Sr&cat=cause-autosuggest where retailers will make a donation.
MISSION to help: Georgina Walters.
BUSINESSES have been invited to enter the Mansfield and Ashfield 2020 Business Awards 2018 and showcase their success. The longest-established awards in North Nottinghamshire celebrate excellence in business and recognise achievements. Held for a 12th year, the event is open to all businesses based in North Nottinghamshire, including non-members of 2020. The awards acknowledge and reward
the achievement of local businesses for showing entrepreneurial and enterprising fortitude while recognising their contribution to the economic development of the area. Entries must be submitted by 8th February. Categories are: Community Award, New Business of the Year, Entrepreneurial Spirit Award, Business Innovation and Design Award, Customer Focus Initiative Award, Business Of The
Year Award, Young Apprentice Of The Year Award. Go to www.mansfield2020.com/ news/2020-business-awards for details. The 2018 awards evening and annual ball when winners will be announced will take place on 20th April at the John Fretwell Sporting Complex, Sookholme. Tickets, priced £65 plus VAT, are available by emailing admin@ mansfieldandashfield2020.com
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£120,000 refurbishment for Woodhouse pub
A COMMUNITY pub in Mansfield Woodhouse has reopened its doors to the sound of diva tribute nights.
The Park Hall Tavern has been given a £120,000 investment by UK community pub group Admiral Taverns. Experienced licensees Marc and Stephanie Kershaw and the pub’s manager, Tracey Gunner, took over the pub last year and have worked closely with Admiral Taverns, undertaking a complete refurbishment of the pub’s exterior and interior. Customers can choose from a new and extensive wine list, a signature gin list and newly-launched bar menu, featuring a broad range of light bites and bar snacks. The pub reopened in December with a programme of music diva tribute nights to the likes of Pink and Diana Ross. Stephanie said: “The Park Hall Tavern has been at the heart of its community for a number of years. “Through the refurbishment we wanted to give the pub the sparkling new look it deserves, offering its loyal locals a warm and welcoming environment. “Whether it’s a big sports match, quiz night, a charity fundraising evening or just a quiet drink with friends, the Park Hall Tavern will offer something for everyone.” Mark Pass, Admiral Taverns’ business
THE Park Hall Tavern in Mansfield Woodhouse. development manager for the area, added: “On behalf of Admiral I would like to congratulate Marc and Stephanie. “The Park Hall Tavern looks fantas-
tic and in Tracey Gunner they have a brilliant manager, who is determined to embed the pub as a real asset for the local community.”
Credit union’s birthday celebrations
THE Mansfield branch of Nottingham Credit Union celebrated its second birthday by raising more than £100 for its chosen charity, Mansfield Arthritis Support Group. The credit union, based at 3 Clumber Street, marked the milestone with a tombola and cupcakes to fundraise. Branch manager Marie Haywood said: “We moved into this office so that we could be more visible and closer to people in the local community. “We have 650 members in the Mansfield area who we serve with affordable, ethical, financial products and to date we have lent
out over £525,000 to the local community in loans. “We place a strong importance on financial education and offer our members a one-toone based service. “Our staff take the time to sit with members and go through a budget planner, income and expenditure and look for areas where we might be able to save money for members — for example, we just helped one lady save half the cost of her water bill. “We look to try to improve everyone’s financial situations as a whole.
“Come in and see us to find out if we can help. Every person who takes a loan from the credit union at the moment also pays into a savings account so they can save while they borrow.” The Mansfield branch of Nottingham Credit Union also gives talks and visits the community to help with financial education. The Mansfield branch is open Tuesday to Friday, from 9.30am to 2.30pm. For more information, go to 3 Clumber Street, Mansfield, find the branch on Facebook @ NottinghamCU, call 0115 828 3121 or email info@nottinghamcu.co.uk
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Woodhouse mum is an inspiration, say judges
A “truly inspirational” adult learner, who overcame incredible adversity and battled mental illness, has scooped a national accolade for her academic success.
West Nottinghamshire College student Lisa Woodward received the runnerup prize in the Keith Fletcher Award for outstanding academic achievement, awarded by CAVA (Cambridge Access Validating Agency) — a body that designs and validates Access to Higher Education (HE) Diplomas. Mother-of-three Lisa, of Mansfield Woodhouse, was nominated by learner development coach and tutor Jason Hanson for excelling on the Access to HE Combined Humanities and Social Sciences course, which she passed with 10 distinctions and two merits, at the Mansfield college. The 36-year-old had not stepped foot inside a classroom for a decade, after reluctantly having to quit a nursing degree and healthcare career in 2007 due to family commitments and the need to support her husband, who suffers from physical and mental health problems. That led to Lisa experiencing intense feelings of isolation and her own longrunning battle with anxiety, depression and self-harming. Sadly, that resulted in Lisa experiencing a breakdown in 2015 and being detained in Millbrook Mental Health Unit, Sutton, where she remained as an outpatient for 18 months. In another devastating blow, Lisa and her children — Oliver, 8, Alice, 10, and LucyAnn, 15 — lost their family home due to financial difficulties. After hitting “rock bottom”, Lisa resolved to get her life back on track and made the brave decision to enrol on to one of the college’s Access to HE courses — designed specifically for adults returning to education. Feeling nervous and anxious, she attended the initial interview with a support worker. Determined to make the most of her “second chance”, Lisa threw herself into her studies and proved to be an outstanding student — achieving a 99.4% attendance rate and passing the course with almostperfect marks, which saw her top the class. She also attended a host of extracurricular activities — highlighting her dedication to her learning and development — and volunteered as the student representative for her course. With help from housing charity Framework, Lisa and her children have since been re-homed and she is now studying the Foundation Degree in Criminal Justice (Human Rights) at the
LISA WOODWARD is pictured receiving her award for outstanding academic achievement from CAVA acting chair Tom Levinson (left), joined by tutor Jason Hanson. college’s £6.5m university centre, with ambitions of forging a career as a probation officer, working with individuals and families affected by crime. She also volunteers for 16 hours each week with Nottingham-based organisation Adkam Homes, which provides supported accommodation for homeless and exoffenders who are facing social exclusion. Furthermore, she is working with the college to introduce a peer-mentoring service, after coming up with the idea to provide extra support to students that may be struggling for various reasons. Lisa said: “Two years ago I had no home, a husband repeatedly in and out of hospital, and I was an outpatient on an almost daily basis due to my self-harming. “It felt like there was no light at the end of the tunnel and I had no idea how things would ever get better. “I’m so pleased I decided to apply to college. It was difficult settling in at first but things became easier once I accessed the support of tutors and slowly gained in confidence. “Managing my home life with full-time study has been a challenge but the new and exciting opportunities that have come my way have once again given my life purpose. “I’m so proud of my exam results. I’ve had to put everything into them and the hard work and commitment has paid off. “College hasn’t just been about academic achievement – it’s changed me as a person and made me want to achieve even more. “Jason was a fantastic tutor and extremely supportive whenever I had a panic attack in class, which happened a lot last year and made it difficult for me to physically speak.
“But the compassionate way he managed those situations made me want to come to college the next day, and the day after that. “Knowing how it feels to hit rock bottom, it’s great to know I’ve got an exciting future ahead of me. College has given me a new lease of life.” The award was presented to Lisa by CAVA’s acting chair Tom Levinson at its annual conference, held at Churchill College, Cambridge. Lisa was accompanied by proud Jason. The 11 Access Validating Agencies (AVAs) across England and Wales joined together to sponsor and support the award for the seventh consecutive year, in memory of Mr Fletcher, who worked tirelessly promoting Access to HE throughout his career. Speaking of her award, Lisa said: “It was a wonderful day and an unforgettable experience. I hope future Access to HE applicants and potential students will be inspired by my story and empowered to achieve all that they set out to do – just as I am doing.” Access to HE sociology and social policy tutor Jason said: “Lisa’s journey has been one of incredible determination and resilience. The tenacity she has shown has been nothing short of remarkable and truly inspirational. “Watching Lisa collect her award was an immensely proud moment for me, because I remember the self-conscious individual I first met, who doubted her own ability to successfully complete the course. “When you consider the obstacles that Lisa has overcome, her achievement is nothing short of outstanding and she is fully-deserving of her award.”
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Graduation glory at the double for college students
UNIVERSITY-LEVEL students at West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield, donned their caps and gowns for two graduation ceremonies at Kelham Hall.
More than 250 students graduated from university-level courses in the last academic year — and the college organised two ceremonies to enable everyone to take to the stage to celebrate their efforts. Students collected their graduation certificates from Dame Asha Khemka DBE, principal and chief executive, while Professor Nikolaos Antonopoulos, pro vice-chancellor at the University of Derby, and Professor Julian Beer, deputy vicechancellor at Birmingham City University, presented the students with their university-level qualifications. Attending the event were special guests and keynote speakers, former Secretary of State for Education and Skills, Baronness Morris of Yardley, and High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire David Sneath. The graduation ceremonies also saw students collect outstanding student of the year awards – with two receiving the principal’s student of the year award for outstanding performance on their courses. One of the principal’s awards went to BA (Hons) Sport Studies student TeresaMaria Higgins. Teresa-Maria’s tutor praised her for her conscientiousness and diligence during her studies as well as noting the personal sacrifices she made. Her excellent dissertation project was based on the impact of wearable technologies on exercise behaviour in sedentary groups. Having gained a first class honours degree, Teresa-Maria is moving into the teacher arena, delivering modules on the HE sport programme at the college. Teresa-Maria, 40, of Mansfield, said: “I felt incredibly proud to have been presented with both of the awards. When I received the letter informing me that I had won an outstanding student award, I was overwhelmed. “I knew that I had worked hard for my degree, but in my opinion, I had worked no harder than my peers. “ “To hear the lovely explanation as to why I’d been awarded the outstanding student award was humbling and made the hard work feel worthwhile, and I had no idea that I had won the principal’s award, which was a wonderful honour.” The other principal’s award winner was Hayley Watkins, who graduated from the Foundation Degree in Tourism and Event Management. Hayley was praised for her consistent positive attitude and professional approach as well as her great attributes
SPECIAL award winners from the University of Derby graduation ceremony (above) with Professor Nikolaos Antonopoulos and Dame Asha and, below, special award winners from Birmingham City University’s graduation ceremony with Dame Asha and Professor Julian Beer.
of leadership and organisational skills. She showed competence in her research activities, resulting in first-class theory work. She is now moving on to the next level of higher education. Hayley, 21, of Forest Town, said: “I knew that I had been nominated for the outstanding award, which was really great, but I had no idea that I’d get the principal’s award too. It’s made me reflect that all that hard work is worth it. It certainly brought tears to my mum’s eyes.” The event also saw members of the college’s own staff graduate from courses held at the Mansfield-based college. Future Focus awards were presented to BA (Hons) Criminal Justice student Gerda Griskonyte and BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-Up) student Kirsty Aram. The Future Focus award was created by the college to provide students with an opportunity to develop, evidence and effectively communicate their employability skills in preparation for
getting their dream job or promotion, recognising that a degree is not enough; a degree alone will not automatically open doors after students graduate. Principal and chief executive Dame Asha Khemka said: “We live in a world full of change and economic uncertainties, so it’s critical that each of us develop to prosper and be strong during these challenging times. By continuing a passion for knowledge and learning, our students are preparing themselves well.” The college works in partnership with Birmingham City University and the University of Derby to teach a wide range of university-level courses. l MANSFIELD mayor Kate Allsop was awarded the Honorary Fellowship Award — the first of its kind given by the college. The award honours prominent members of the community. She said: “I believe passionately that education is a most precious gift we can give not just to our children but to everyone – a lifelong education.”
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THE owners of the new Costcutter convenience store in Warsop, Sam and Mandy Malhi, with Mansfield mayor Kate Allsop.
Eyesore transformed into convenience store A NEW Costcutter convenience store has been officially opened in Warsop.
The store, formerly The Swallows pub on Cottage Lane, was launched by Kate Allsop, the Mayor of Mansfield, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by a day of family fun. Customers were treated to sweet treats, entertainment from acoustic guitarist and singer Adam McCulloch, face painting, a free raffle with prizes including hampers, food and drink sampling, as well as a host of special offers. The new 1,800sq ft store is owned and run by Sam and Mandy Malhi.
It offers the community an extensive range of convenience products and services, including chilled and fresh produce, fresh bakery, flowers and a comprehensive foodto-go section. Mandy said: “We have worked hard to create a range that truly appeals to the community, offering them convenience, great offers and an extensive range right on their doorstep. “The pub had become a real eyesore for the community, so we are delighted to be able to bring it back to life and support the community. “We would like to thank the local
community who came down to join in the opening.” The opening of the store created more than ten new jobs, with staff employed from the area. The new owners have also committed to supporting the community, starting with a donation to Sherwood Junior School. One of the first new-look Costcutter stores in the country, the Warsop store is part of a brand transformation programme that includes focusing on modern convenience shopping needs such as fresh and chilled food as well as food-to-go.
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Awards highlight the area’s community spirit
AN estate litter champion, two volunteers who set up a suicide bereavement support group, and a council worker who organised Mansfield’s knitted poppy display, have received civic commendations.
They were awarded Mayor’s Commendations by mayor Kate Allsop at a full meeting of Mansfield District Council. Ian Carnell, a Forest Town takeaway worker, was nominated by deputy mayor Coun Mick Barton. He spotted Ian, who works at the Forest Town KFC outlet, regularly picking up litter on the estate. KFC has an obligation to clean up its immediate area, but Ian was litter-picking the whole estate — every morning. The mayor said: “Ian is always the first to volunteer whenever there are clean-up days, whatever the weather. “He is always willing to go the extra mile to help to ensure that the estate is lovely and clean. “His attitude shows great community spirit and civic pride for Forest Town.” Coun Barton added: “I have known Ian for a couple of years and he leaves his home in Pleasley to cycle five miles to KFC in Forest Town at 6am. “Before he starts work, he spends time litter-picking the whole area — and he does this every day. He is an absolute star.” Coun Barton also nominated council events officer Abbey Clarke who, working with the Royal British Legion, was behind a project to decorate the old Town Hall with knitted poppies for the Remembrance Sunday parade. Abbey, who also organised the scheme to yarn-bomb the town centre last year for the Queen’s 90th birthday, masterminded and co-ordinated the poppy appeal, which saw more than 8,000 knitted and crocheted flowers flood into the Civic Centre over eight months, from community groups, residents and schools. Officers, councillors and members of the public set about the huge task of attaching the poppies to more than 60 square metres of ex-Forces camouflage netting. The project raised an extra £1,700 for the RBL. Abbey said: “We were overwhelmed by
FROM left, Abbey Clarke, Kelly Morgan, mayor Kate Allsop, Vicky Zurek, Ian Carnell and deputy mayor Cllr Mick Barton. the amazing response from the people of Mansfield and I would like to thank everyone who got involved by making the poppies, attaching them to the nets and even selling some of them to raise money for the Legion. It was a massive team effort.” Also receiving commendations, after being nominated by councillors Sean McCallum and Stephen Harvey were Vicki Zurek and Kelly Morgan, who set up SSG (Suicide Support Group) last January to help people bereaved by suicide. It meets at the Friends’ Meeting House every Thursday from 10.30am to noon and has helped about 30 people since its launch. It was set up after Vicki lost her brother, Lee Boughton, to suicide. Kelly said: “The family of Lee suffered after his death and felt that there was a lack of support in the Mansfield area for people and family members who have experienced suicide. “Both Vicki and I felt we didn’t want anyone to suffer in silence and wanted to give people who are in crisis a safe place to go where they can feel supported and not alone, and where they can talk
confidentially about suicide without judgement, and where they can explore their mental health and emotional wellbeing.” Vicki added: “It’s a self-referral group run by volunteers who are suicide-assist trained. It deals with issues such as grief, stress and bereavement, but most of all it offers support and comfort to those who really need it. “We would like to thank the mayor for awarding us the commendation and for recognising the work we have done in the community.” Kate Allsop said: “We are very lucky to have this kind of service in the area and I would like to thank them for all the good work they are doing in the community to help people to cope at such a terrible time, with such a tragic loss of a loved one.” l THE Mayor’s Commendations are awarded to a person or a community group that goes the extra mile for Mansfield. Anyone can make a nomination. Email mayorkateallsop@mansfield.gov.uk giving reasons why the nominee should be commended. Successful nominees will be invited to attend a full council meeting to receive their certificate.
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It’s panto time still... oh yes it is! IT’S still panto season in Mansfield with two amateur dramatic productions to enjoy at the Palace Theatre, Mansfield, this month.
Mansfield Hospital’s Theatre Troupe is putting on Cinderella, from Saturday, 27th January to Saturday, 3rd February. All profits from the troupe’s shows are donated to local charities. The 2016 production of Jack And The Beanstalk resulted in £4,334 being presented to Mansfield area causes — Mansfield Soup Kitchen, Portland College, Home-Start Mansfield and the Lee Bonsall Memorial Fund. It took the total raised by the troupe since it began in 1980 to around £125,000. The troupe is made of people aged from 13 to pensioners and its musicians and choreographers also all provide their services free. A spokesman said: “It promises to be bigger and better than ever “It’s time to be charmed by the classic rags to riches fairytale of downtrodden Cinders, forced to serve her jealous stepsisters and wicked stepmother. “She’s off to the ball, so why don’t you come too? “With best buddy Buttons and a magical fairy godmother on hand, Cinderella looks certain to escape the misery of her dastardly step-sisters and find true love in the arms of a dashing prince. But the course of true love never did run smooth…” The pantomime performances are: Saturday, 27th January — 2.15pm. Monday, 29th January to Friday, 2nd February — 7.15pm.
Saturday, 3rd February — 2.15pm and 7.15pm. The spokesman added: “Regular patrons of our shows will know that you not only watch but are cordially invited to participate with the cast and enjoy the humour as we prove that laughter is the best medicine on a cold winter’s afternoon or evening.” Tickets, priced £8/£7concessions, are available from the Palace Theatre box office, call 01623 633133 or go to www. mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre or through
cast members. l WESTFIELD Folkhouse is staging Sleeping Beauty from 13th to 21st January, including Sunday morning shows. Go to www.mansfield.gov.uk/ palacetheatre or call 01623 633133 for details. Tickets are priced £6. Westfield Folkhouse has been producing pantomimes in Mansfield since 1942 and this year has added an extra Sunday morning show. Last year’s production was a sell-out.
THE Harley Gallery on the Welbeck estate has announced its 2018 exhibition schedule. It will begin from 3rd February with a photographic celebration of 250 years of
the circus, followed by exhibitions in jewellery, glass, sculpture and porcelain, before closing with Kate MccGwire’s ethereal sculptures. Circus Work by acclaimed photographer
Peter Lavery will run from 3rd February until 15th April and captures what goes on behind the scenes at the Big Top. He has spent the past 50 years following circuses across Britain and Ireland.
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Circus exhibition at the Harley Gallery
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Woodhouse teacher is a winner at annual awards THE multi-academy Evolve Trust, which has academies in Mansfield and Mansfield Woodhouse, celebrated the outstanding contribution of its staff at the annual awards evening. The event, held at Forever Green, Rainworth, was hosted by trust chief executive Claire-Marie Cuthbert; Carl Atkin, headteacher of The Brunts Academy, Mansfield; Adrian O’Malley, headteacher of The Beech Academy, Mansfield; and Simon Sharp, headteacher of The Bramble Academy, Mansfield Woodhouse.
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Trust trustees, staff and the leadership team were also among the guests welcomed with a drinks reception before the awards ceremony and celebratory dinner. Claire-Marie said: “This annual event celebrates the outstanding contribution that staff made in helping the trust succeed with its vision — to open minds and create opportunities for children and young people to believe in themselves, achieve their potential and develop the skills needed to succeed and enjoy life. “As a trust, we believe our staff are our greatest asset and the awards evening is one of many ways we like to recognise the hard work staff do during the year.” The awards were shaped around the five key values of the trust — ambition, integrity, inclusivity, endeavour and resilience. Headteachers nominated outstanding teaching and non-teaching staff.
HEIDI WARRINGTON A special recognition award for 20 years of dedicated service went to Rob Butler from The Beech Academy, who left the school at the end of the term. The winners were:
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Inclusivity Award — Katie Pepper, The Bramble Academy. Endeavour Award — Beverley Cooper, The Beech Academy.
Ambition Award — Lee Prestwood, The Beech Academy.
Resilience Award — Heidi Warrington, The Beech Academy.
Integrity Award — Emma Emery, The Brunts Academy.
Overall CEO Award — Alex Walker, The Brunts Academy.
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Volunteers bring cheer to Woodhouse academy
ABOVE: Alice Rodriguez and Belinda Lowings, from Experian, improve a PEAFIELD Lane Academy in Mansfield Woodhouse has seen its outdoor spaces spruced flower bed at Peafield Lane Academy. BELOW: Candie Archer-Robinson paints a school fence. up with the help of local companies and some hands on work by 33 Experian volunteers.
Michelle Martin, a teacher at the school, said the work had made a great difference to the appearance of its outdoor spaces. “We have access to fantastic grounds at Peafield but some of the areas were certainly looking a little tired. “Now, thanks to donations from local companies and to Experian volunteers, the area looks fantastic. The whole school would like to say a big thank you to everyone who helped to cheer up our play areas.” Belinda Lowings, of Experian, said it was nice for her team to be united in one location to carry out the task. “Our team is split over two office locations, London and Nottingham, so it was good to have this opportunity to work together and to put something back into the community. “We hope we have created a better entrance for the children and made a difference for the school.” Materials for the revamp were provided by Travis Perkins, Midland Paint, Wickes and Tesco with the hands-on work carried out by 33 Experian employees.
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Favourite photographs at Mansfield Museum MANSFIELD Museum is continuing to bring NewsJournal readers a selection of the favourite photographs from its collections. Many of these are available at the ourmansfieldandarea website, which gives the public the opportunity to share their information, memories, photos and knowledge about Mansfield and the local communities, both as they are today and how they were in the past. If you are interested in visiting the site, type www. ourmansfieldandarea.org.uk into
the address line on your internet browser. This month we have gone for seasonal snowy images. As everyone knows, most Brits are fascinated by snow and, indeed, the weather in general. If that description fits you, we think you will love our evocative, snowy scenes from December 1990. They show the Market Place completely blanketed in snow and an impassable Skerry Hill. It’s surprising to see how a blanket of the white stuff transforms our town into something almost unrecognisable, making you look afresh at streets we have known all our lives.
Currently on at Mansfield Museum The Life Of A Coalminer On until 2nd June, 2018 THE Life Of A Coalminer’ is all about the world of the Nottinghamshire coalfield throughout the 20th Century. The exhibition attempts to capture not just the rigours and dangers of life at the coal-face, but also something of the flavour of the closely-knit communities whose lives revolved around ‘Th’Pit.
Fashion On A Plate 1950s Contemporary Tableware 16th December-10th February 2018
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INNERS at the 2017 Mansfield Sports Recognition Awards, organised by Mansfield District Council in association with The Armchair Club and the Chad, and sponsored by Les Marshall, are featured across these two pages.
The awards celebrate the district’s best teams, coaches, volunteers, sportsmen and sportswomen. Staged at the Civic Quarter in the Civic Centre, theyattracted 41 nominations across 10 categories. The sports person of the year award (sponsored by Les Marshall) was shared by sidecar racing champions Ben and Tom Birchall and Birchall Racing also scooped the team of the year award (sponsored by Adkin Sinclair). In 2017, Birchall Racing won their third world sidecar championship. They set a new lap record, won pole and won every race at each round. They were also runners up in the British 600 Sidecar Cup, despite being unable to attend every round because of date clashes with the world championship. They won every round they competed in and just missed out on the British title by two points. Birchall Racing were overall winners at the Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy). There were also two additional awards at the recognition night — the Mayor’s Special Achievement Award, which recognises the work of an individual promoting sport within the district, and the Ian Bagshaw Memorial Award, in memory of Water Meadows manager Ian Bagshaw, who lost his life to leukaemia in May 2014, aged 57.
TOM Birchall receives the team of the year award, which he won with his brother, Ben, and Birchall Racing, from ????, of Adkin Sinclair. This year, the council recognised 25 years of the Nova Centurion Swimming Club for the achievement award, which Glenn Smith, Mansfield District Council’s swim coach and development officer, has coached for 22 years. Within that time the squad has achieved four Paralympic gold medals over three Paralympic Games and a total of 10 Paralympic medals. Among the success stories was Callum Lawson in Athens 2004, Sam Hynd and Charlotte Henshaw in Bejing 2008, Ollie Hynd and Charlotte Henshaw in London 2012, and Ollie Hynd and Charlotte Henshaw in Rio 2016.
The winners of this year’s Sports Awards were: Coach of the Year (sponsored by Collins Wealth Management) — Richard Massey (athletics). Volunteer of the Year (sponsored by Pinders Opticians) — Jemma Arbon (running). Junior Sportsperson of the Year (sponsored by Hopkins Solicitors) — Gretel Bennett (powerlifting, All Saints’ Catholic Academy). Junior Team of the Year (sponsored by Hall-Fast Industrial Supplies Ltd) — Mansfield Harriers Under-11 Cross Country team. Roger Copestake Mayor’s Special Achievement Award (sponsored by Linney Group) — Sally Beeley (tennis). Maurice Brackenbury Team of the Year Award (sponsored by Adkin Sinclair) — Birchall Racing team. Junior Disabled Sportsperson of the Year (sponsored by Mansfield District Leisure Trust) — Ben Foulston (swimming). Junior Sports Leader of the Year (sponsored by Belvoir Lettings) — Ben Worboys. Ian Bagshaw Memorial Award (sponsored by SP Fabrications Ltd) — Philip Bartram, Sherwood Colliery Cricket Club. Club of the Year (sponsored by Fidler and Pepper) — Mansfield Junior Badminton Club. Disabled Sportsperson of the Year (sponsored by Tyler Bros (Sutton) Ltd) — Ollie Hynd (swimming). Sportsperson of the Year (sponsored by Les Marshall) — Ben and Tom Birchall (sidecar racing).
Ian Bagshaw Memorial Award (sponsored by SP Fabrications Ltd) Philip Bartram, Sherwood Colliery Cricket Club PHIL was introduced to cricket at an early age. Joining the youth team at Thoresby Park CC, he quickly took to cricket, keeping wicket and batting with enthusiasm. He carried on playing for the senior sides. Phil moved to Sherwood Colliery Cricket Club so that he could train and eventually play in the same teams as his sons. He played in the first XI at Sherwood Colliery CC and trained the youth team. Phil is a talented mentor and has been a good role model for any young and upcoming cricketer. l PHIL is pictured, above, receiving the award from ???????
Junior Sports Leader of the Year (sponsored by Belvoir Lettings) Ben Worboys ONCE Ben completed the Junior Football Leaders Award, he achieved his football refereeing qualification. He now regularly volunteers to referee school football matches. l BEN is pictured, right,
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Brothers are the best COUN Mick Barton, Ben Birchall, Tom Birchall and mayor Kate Allsop at the civic celebration to mark the brothers’ success.
THE mayor of Mansfield, Kate Allsop, invited brothers, Tom and Ben Birchall to a civic event to celebrate their world-class achievements in sidecar racing.
The Mansfield duo claimed the world championship for a third time in 2017 and won the Isle of Mann TT races too, making them the only sidecar team in history to win both prestigious titles in the same year. The pair were also the Southern 100 race winners and British Championship runners up, making 2017 their most successful year to date. After already being awarded Freedom of the district in 2009, the highest honour the town can give to its citizens, when they won their first world championship title, the mayor wanted the council to provide the brothers with a celebratory evening to congratulate them on their outstanding achievements. At the evening there was a civic proces-
sion, led by Coun David Smith, chairman of the Charter of the Trustees, who carried the golden mace, followed by a question and answer interview. Kate Allsop said: “The boys have done Mansfield proud yet again and I wanted to give them an evening to remember so that we could celebrate their achievements together. “We are immensely proud of Ben and Tom and would like to thank them for all of their commitment and hard work.” Ben said: “We are so grateful to have this civic reception in recognition of our success on the track and can’t thank our supporters, friends and family enough for being behind us all the way. “We are just local lads who have a passion for our sport and hope many other youngsters can follow in our footsteps.” l RIGHT: Ben and Tom Birchall received their world sidecar champion medals at the 2017 FIM awards ceremony in Andorra.
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