St Georges Centre, 91 Victoria Road, Netherfield NG4 2NN. Tel: 0115 9113302 www.netherfieldfor um.webs.com/ Email netherfieldforum@hotmail.com
ISSUE 11 Autumn 2010
4 PAGE PICTURE SPECIAL INSIDE
A BIG THANK YOU....TO ALL OF THESE PEOPLE FOR MAKING THE 125TH WEEKEND SUCH A SUCCESS.....Cllr John Clarke, Cllr Allan Clarke, Vernon Coaker MP, Mick Smith J.P, Nottinghamshire Police & Fire Service, Staff & Volunteers of the Netherfield Forum, St Georges Church, Gedling Borough Council, Gedling Partnership, Nottinghamshire County Council, Cllr Keith Walker, Cllr Kay Cutts, Nottinghamshire Police Pipe Band, Mayor of Gedling Cllr Pat Blandamer, Lorna Mellors, Royal British Legion, The Sherwood Forresters, Nottinghamshire Army Cadets, T.S Orion Sea Scouts, Cllrs Barbara Miller & James O’Riordon,, Staff & Children of Netherfield Primary School, Netherfield Cubs Scouts & Beavers, No.1 Sandwich Bar, Robin Tuxfords, R & J Meats, Bargain Booze, Morrisons, Tesco, CO OP, Lidl, Frank Key Tool Hire, Stanza Choir Huge Thanks to Our Local Businesses who supported our Raffle with some great prizes.... Paul K Smith Garage, Victoria Tackle, Hedley & Co, Tony Cave, Unique Cakes, Toby Carvery, Tesco, Thomas Bond Opticians, Danny’s Hair Design, Best Shoe Repair, ABC Carpets, Woodies, Netherfield Tropical Birds, Excel Dry Cleaning, Danielle’s Discounts, Ladies @ Leivers Jewellers, Foto Plus, Manor Pharmacy, Oasis Dental Care, Boots, Motor Bits, Robinson Butchers, Netherfield Pound Shop, A & C Inflatables, Leah’s Dance Academy, The Cake making Ladies—You know who you are! The stall holders, the weather!!
and most of all to the Community of Netherfield who came along on both days to celebrate the Netherfield Parish 125th Anniversary 1
who came along and picked up a seedling (or three) may well be harvesting tomatoes, courgettes, lettuce or peppers by the time you're reading this. Generous folk donated over ÂŁ400 on the day, which will be put towards NEAT's next venture - WATER BUTTS.
Back in May, the Netherfield Eco Action Team (NEAT) held their second annual Veg Out event, when hundreds of vegetable seedlings, 100 composters and many packets of seeds to plant at home were handed out to encourage people in Netherfield to grow their W a t e r b u t t s own food at home. The event NEAT are busy sourcing conwas a huge success and those tainers to store water in and
Netherfield In Bloom
The Judges had a very hard time, in judging the competition this year, all the entries did a good job, as is the case every year, and the winners and those who came runner up, were all people who entered for the first time, which is very good indeed. I go round with the judges every year, and usually manage to pick at least one of the winners, but I myself failed to pick even one winner, the entries where that good. But as usual the judges came up with the winners as follows;
will announce more details in due course. If you would like to add your name to the list for a free water butt, please email netherfieldecoactiont e a m @ l i v e . c o . u k
Garden Competition 1st Jill Wood Joint 2nd place Helen Ashbride and Steve Goode. Hanging Baskets Walter Ursell. Garden and Hanging Basket Competition Joint 1st Mandy Todd and Britannia Court.
Words & Photo’s by Peggy Woodward
Local Shops & Businesses 1st St. George's Centre 2nd Mick Robinson Butchers
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After a fantastic event in July with the 125th celebrations its time to look ahead at what's happening both here and at the Loco Centre. We have some fantastic courses coming up in September. One of these, a Reminiscing Course invites you to come and talk and chat about yesteryear—an opportunity to meet new people too. We also have a new over 50’s IT class starting, showing you how to pay bills online, keep in touch with family and friends by email and much more. Food Hygiene—a valuable qualifi-
3rd Netherfield Scout Group
cation for employment starts on the 20th September. These courses are free if on means tested benefits such as pension credits, housing , disability or incapacity benefits. If you would like to register your interest or want more info please pop into the centre. As always our courses are always advertised in the centre and NCN new prospectus’ are available at reception.
Its still only August but Halloween will soon be here and we are hopeful to host another fantastic Halloween party for the Children of Netherfield following last years brilliant evening. If you would like to volunteer with the planning of this and any future events held by the Netherfield Forum please let us know.
Also starting classes in September at the Loco and St Georges are Drama and Performing Arts groups, Raspberry Drama and Spotlight Theatre School for children and young people. For more information please contact the centre.
Finally we would like to wish Beattie, a regular in Shunters a speedy recovery and we look forward to seeing you back in the As ever, Shunters Com- cafe soon. munity Cafe is open daily and open to ALL. If you’ve Emma, Staff & never been in please take Volunteers the time to join us for a cuppa and a slice of
16 Cubs from the pack descended on our district campsite in June for a weekend camp of actvities like den buildSo what have the Bea- ing, outdoor games, vers, Cubs and Scouts fire lighting, cooking and tunneling. It was been up to…..? some of the cubs first Camps, that’s What! night staying in a tent, a landmark for a 6 Scouts took part in Scout. the annual District Water Activities Camp at This was followed the Trent Lock, Long next weekend by 8 of Eaton in May. Activi- the Scouts having a ties included Canoe- weekend camp at the ing, Sailing and Raft district campsite where Building. Although it they did an 8 mile hike didn’t rain the Scouts ( p a s t two golf certainly got wet and- courses!), cooking had a great time. their dinner on the fire 3
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homemade cake and see what the centre has to offer. After 2 years service, Katie Ireland our receptionist has left for pastures new. We wish her all the best with everything she does in the future from all the staff and patrons of the centre. A big welcome goes to Aamna Mustafa who has recently joined us under the Future Jobs Fund scheme.
and doing the ‘Canon Church. We also hope Run’. you came and visited our stall at the NetherThe two Scouts (they field Gala the day beknow who they are!) fore and enjoyed either who represented the a hamburger or a hottroop in the district dog. archery competition in June did well. Al- Are you 6-14 years old though they didn’t win and think you might be either the joint compe- up to the challenge, tition or the individual while having lot’s of competitions they cer- fun? Check the Loco tainly had an enjoyable centre activities times morning of archery to find the section relewith 8 ends under- vant to you and come taken of 6 arrows at along! (But be warned two different distances. that the Cubs and Beavers have a waiting We hope you saw the list!) Also if you are an Beavers Cubs and adult and would like to Scouts who repre- help young people sented the group at the while having fun yourNetherfield Parade to self come and see us, celebrate 125 years of no experience necesthe parish in July. Well sary! done to them all. Thanks to the Scouts who read prayers at the service and helped to Marshall at the
train service would benefit the community and East Midlands Trains.
Carlton & Netherfield Stations
Campaign for
We hope to form a ‘Friends of Carlton & Netherfield Stations’ group to liase with East Midlands Trains. Latest information is available from St. George’s Centre, Victoria Road.
More Trains The present train service is very limited especially from Netherfield. There is a lot of support for a return to hourly services at both stations, so we can take advantage of reaching Radcliffe in 4 minutes and Beeston in 15 for example.
Tony Cave—Station Adopter
A meeting was held at St. George’s Centre on 6th July, and over 40 people came along. Notts County Council Public Projects Transport Officer and the Community Rail officer for the Skegness service have passed on our suggestions to East Midlands Trains.
Train Timetables always Available at the St Georges Centre, Netherfield. Tel;- 0115 9113302
On 15th July I met the commercial Manager of East Midland Trains and gave him a detailed account of the reason we believe a good local
Bin hazard in Our Streets Bins and glass boxes left out on the streets and pavements are a hazardous problem for pedestrians. Gedling Borough Council is aware of a number of roads in Netherfield where people are not removing their bin off the street within 24 hours of it being emptied, which is causing some problems for pedestrians, particularly those with a visual impairment and people in a wheelchair or who have a pushchair. Bins left out also make a street look unsightly. In September, the council will be visiting Dennis Street, Dunstan Street, Curzon Street, Forrester Street, Manvers Street, Arthur Street, Deabill Street, Cooper Street, Hodgkinson Street, Pearson Street and Godfrey Street to check that bins have been removed from pavements. If they find that bins have been left out, officers will talk to residents about the problem and encourage them to take their bins and glass boxes off the street. If you live on another street where there is a problem with bins being left out, please ring 0115 901 3621 to let the council know. 4
Following a spate of fire incidents across the county, the council would also recommend that you store your bins away from the house
The weekend of the 10th & 11th July saw Netherfield come together to celebrate the Parish’s 125th Anniversary. It was a fantastic weekend enjoyed by all. If you would like a copy of any of the photos printed please contact the St Georges Centre on 0115 9113302
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The Parish of Netherfield th 125 Anniversary Celebrations
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If you would like to purchase any of the p ic tu r e s shown (There are more available to view at the centre) please call in to the centre.
Photography by Natalie
Davis
Weddings-PartiesAnniversaries-Christenings Tel:- 07866 544 233 7
A Big Thank you to everyone in the community from Father Robert and St Georges Church.
ROBIN TUXFORD BUTCHERS OF QUALITY
22 Victoria Road, Netherfield Telephone 0115 987
9304
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NETHERFIELD NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH ASSOCIATION Formed 25th July 2007.
FAREWELL FROM THE CHAIRMAN Under the constitutional rules of the Neighbourhood Watch Association, Mick Smith JP stood down as the chairman of the NHWA on 27th July. In his review before handing over the reins to new chair Carol Hellewell, he stated that Netherfield was a much Happier, Healthier and Safer than when the association was formed in July 2007. In the lead up to the formation of the NHWA, Netherfield had gone through a particularly difficult period, where many people had stated they were frightened to walk the streets, and it is reassuring to say that the because of the close work with the police and neighbourhood
with Notts County Council for a speed reduction and crossing outside Chandos Street Primary School during this financial year. Other work has included the successful ‘Helping Hands Award’, which began at Netherfield Primary School and is now a county wide project which this year involved over 2000 pupils from around the county. In ending his review Mick stated that he left a stable framework for getting all community issues resolved which make Netherfield a Healthier, Happier and Safer place for everyone. He finished by stating the work of the NHWA could not have been done without the continual help from
wardens this is no longer the case. This upturn in community feeling was clearly demonstrated at the recent 125th Anniversary of the Parish, which succeeded in bringing all members of our close knit community together. The period of the end of 2007 and beginning of 2008 was particularly successful with a 33% reduction in crime and led to Mick receiving an award from the Police Authority. Netherfield’s NHWA has had many significant achievements over the last three years, including successfully petitioning for the erection of safety barriers at the bottom of Chandos Street. There has also been an agreement made
Lorna Mellors of Gedling Borough Council, Bob Vaughn-Newton crime reduction manager, the Netherfield Forum, Inspector Al Pearson and his predecessor Mark Towlson, Sgt Carol Adams de Bank and the PCSO’s, Vernon Coaker MP, former County Councillor James O’Riordan and current County Councillors John Clarke and Allen Clarke and finally Cllr Barbra Miller, In summing up Mick promised to continue his work as Vice Chairman of the NHWA and Head coordinator of Chandos Street and Kappler Close. Netherfield NHWA Meetings held monthly @ The St Georges Centre
Vernon Coaker MP 2A Parkyn Road, Daybrook, Nottingham. NG5 6BG Tel: (0115) 920 4224 Fax: (0115) 920 4500
THANK YOU!
constituents. Please do not hesitate to contact my office if you think I could be of assistance or to book a slot at I would like to thank the one of my surgeries. residents of Gedling for returning me as their MP Vernon holds regular in the recent election. It surgeries at the St is a great privilege to Georges Centre, continue to represent Victoria Road, Gedling and I will conNetherfield. tinue to work hard for my 9
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Once again men’s Health was a priority for the GPs at Netherfield Medical Centre this summer. We took part in the “Be Well – Feel Well” campaign on 26th June when we ran our second successful Street Doctor event on Chandos Street. Our Patient Participation Group collared men who were out shopping and we offered them a Well Man Check. This included a blood pressure check, blood sugar check, urine checks and lots of advice about general health matters. We also provided advice related to smoking and alcohol. Many of the men who consulted were not regular attendees at their surgery and we identified several individuals who had previously undiagnosed medical conditions.
St Georges Centre Photocopying Laminating Leaflets Faxing Typing Service Did You Know All this is available at the St Georges Centre Netherfield Photocopying starts from just 10p a sheet No One Beats Us on Price & Service Tel:- 0115 9113302
This year we targeted younger men offering condom card registration, free condoms and free Chlamydia screening. Our two Street Doctor events have been such a success, we have decided to make Netherfield Street Doctor a regular annual event.
Gedling Homes Housing Surgery at St Georges Centre Gedling Homes are pleased to announce the upcoming dates for their monthly housing surgery at the St George’s Centre this autumn and winter . The surgery is for any tenant to come in to discuss housing issues such as anti-social behaviour, repairs or their rent account . The Tenancy Services Manager Mark Vasey said “This service is a great way for our tenants to have direct contact with our staff to discuss any issue which is effecting them or their tenancy” The surgeries will be the first Thursday of the month between 11am-1pm.
Tenancy Services team on 0115 905 1515 or email on enquiries@gedlinghomes.co.uk Thursday August 5th Thursday September 2nd
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Youth Service in Netherfield…
New from October 2010…Friday Rocks A music project for young people aged 13- 19 will be relocating to Loco Youth Centre on Friday Nights from October. The sessions aim to develop young people’s music and song writing skills, performance opportunities, as well as space for young people to relax and ‘jam’ together. For more information, contact Cathryn Reade on 0115 9404246 or cathryn.reade@nottscc.gov.uk.
Summer 2010 Netherfield Healthy Month At the launch of the Netherfield Healthy Month, young people showed off their BMX skills at Jackie Bells Park on 23rd June. Thanks go to Jordan & Michael for being involved.
Loco Youth Club
4uth As part of the 4uth Festival, the Youth Service provided a mobile climbing wall and street dance workshop at Loco Youth Centre, to showcase just a couple of the activities the Service can provide. 26 young people had a go at the climbing wall – which also attracted a lot of attention from passers-by.
Don’t forget that the Youth Service operates a youth club for young people aged 13-19 every Monday and Wednesday evening 6.45 – 9.15pm at Loco Youth Centre. For more information, contact Paul Ashby on 0115 paul.ashby@nottscc.gov.uk.
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