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At last Spring is in the air, the nights are getting lighter and thoughts turn to Easter...

Ever wondered where the Easter Bunny comes from??

Regular contributor Ella sheds some light on the mystery. Check out her history page and all will be revealed!

With Spring comes delicious lamb and Abby aka The Fishwife’s Kitchen has given us a lovely recipe along with some other seasonal favourites.

Among the competitions this month we have family passes to Drayton Manor up for grabs. Perfect for the holidays!

Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Francine

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If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - 25 Mar & 10 June: 2pm-4pm at The Good Shepherd Church. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

Calverton Under 5’s Toddler Group - meets Tues 1.30 - 3pm (term time) at The Community Room, Manor Park Infant School, Flatts Lane, Calverton. £1.25 per family inc refreshments. Contact Pauline on 07973 220052 Calverton Toy Library - Baptist Church Hall, The Nook - Mon 1.30pm-3pm, Thurs 9.30am-11am. £1.50 per family inc refreshments. Contact Pauline on 07973 220052.

Lowdham Colts Youth Football Club- FA Charter Standard Club - Ages 5-18. Friendly, fun football.

Midweek evening training & Saturday league football. Academy (5 to 7yrs) 9.30am Sat mornings on Lowdham Playing Fields. For more info: www.lowdhamcolts.co.uk or call Dave Johnson on 07733 310201. Email: dave.johnson28@btinternet.com Calverton Cricket Club - Juniors age 7-14. Indoor nets at Nottingham High School. Every Tues 6.15pm-7.15pm, begins on 10 January until 28 March. Contact Richard Lee 07734411010 or Scott Andrew 07965 4539402 Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet Thursdays 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information.

St Helen’s Baby & Toddler Group - Old Church Hall, Main Street, Burton Joyce (next to chip shop).

Mon & Thurs 9.30am - 11am (term time), email: emmahare@hotmail.co.uk The Windmill Kindergarten Pre-School Playgroup - a small friendly group offering a safe and stimulating environment for children from 2 yrs to school age. Open Mon-Fri (term time only) from 9am to 3pm at the Free Church, Chesterfield Drive, Burton Joyce. Call Linda on 07800 509190.

Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr olds.

Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org

Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info call 0115 808 4508 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btck.com Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds, along with hardball teams for ages 11-15. Please contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details.

Shake, Rattle & Rhyme - songs, movement & rhyme for babies to pre-schoolers. Mon, St Marks Church Hall, Woodthorpe, 10am - 11am: Thur, Westdale Lane Comm. Centre. 9.45am - 10.45am.

Call Jo on 0115 960 9599 or Ruth on 07779 699564 or www.shakerattleandrhyme@weebly.com Rainbows, Brownies & Guides - for information on groups in NG14 call free on 0800 169 5901 or visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested Bleasby Playgroup - a friendly baby & toddler group for parents & carers. Meet at Bleasby Village Hall Mondays 9.15-11.15am, term time only. Come & join us for fun play & craft activities followed by singing/storytime. £2 per family inc.snack & drink for all. Contact Victoria: 079866 10692 Nottingham BMX Race Track - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run coaching sessions Saturdays: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX races. For more info:email@nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or facebook: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www. nottinghamoutlaws.com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell.

Lowdham Preschool - preschool education for 2-5 year olds in Lowdham Village Hall. Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 - 3pm, Tues 9-1pm with breakfast club from 7.30am each day. Rated “Outstanding in all areas” by Ofsted. Specialising in outdoor play, language & arts. Contact 07432 775965 or visit www. lowdhampreschool.co.uk Sing and Play - baby & toddler group for parents/carers. Meet @ Methodist Chapel, Main Street, Lowdham. Wed 10am-11.30am, term time only. Play & crafts, snack for children then a singalong with piano. £1 per family. Just turn up or contact Jeanette on 07925 011821 Lowdham and Epperstone Happy Tots - two village toddler groups; meet on Monday 9.45 - 11.15am Eppertone Village Hall and on Friday 9.30 - 11am Lowdham WI Hall. Contact us at contact@happytots.info or www.happytots.info

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Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in St Paul’s Church, Carlton on Wednesday evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm. Take a look at our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or just drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

Beavers, Cubs & Scouts - in Calvertom, Burton Joyce & Trentside (Lowdham) & Beavers & Cubs in Woodborough. Contact 0115 952 3617 for more information.

Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: nottinghamseacadets@live.co.uk W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs 7pm - 9.15pm.

Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Indoor at Basford Bar Lane Community Centre, Unit B1, Bar Lane Ind Est, Bar La, NG6 0JA. Oct-March. Mon 6-7pm soft ball & 7-8pm hard ball net. Fri 6.307.30pm club training night. New members always welcome. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 Calverton MWFC - Calverton MWFC providing great facilities for boys and girls, and adult football.

Check out the website: http://www.pitchero.com/clubs/calvertonminerswelfarefc/ Rhyme, Rattle & Roll - at Burton Joyce library alternate Wednesdays from 10.30 to 11am. Bring your babies and toddlers and make some noise with us. Ring 0115 931 3360 for further information.

Lambley Mother and Toddler Group - a friendly and welcoming baby and toddler group (0-5 yrs) for parents and carers. Every Tuesday 9.30 - 11.20am in Lambley Village Hall’s committee room.

Inside and outside play, craft activities, singing/stories. £2.50 per family, includes snack for children and hotArnold drinks for adults. Cubs, For more information please-contact Jen on 0115Fri 931 4420.Panther Grp 2nd Beavers, Scouts & Explorers Beavers 6.30-7.45 | Cubs Calverton And Bingham Swimming Club - offer lessons at Calverton & training sessions most 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. weekdays at Calverton, Bingham, Southwell, Cotgrave or Portland depending on ability & space. For Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784 more info email: info@cabsc.co.uk or check out the website: www.cabsc.co.uk Air Cadets - 138 Sqn, Carlton TA Centre, Carlton, NG4 3DX. Tues & Thurs 6.45pm-9pm. Girls & boys 12-17yrs. Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh, BTECs & much more. Tel: 0115 940 4308 Woodborough Pre-school - we are open Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri (closed Wed).

9.15am til 3.30pm daily. Woodborough Village Hall. £3.40 ph. 2.5 yrs upwards. Govt. places available. Full & part time places available. Email: woodboroughpreschool@ btinternet.com. Tel: 0115 965 5895.

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Drayton Manor Park & Zoo is a theme park resort in Tamworth, Staffordshire. Built in 1949, the park covers 280 beautiful acres of lakes and parkland, and is packed with great rides and attractions.

A family run business since George & Vera Bryan OBE first purchased the home of the former Prime Minister Sir Robert Peel (famous for starting the police force) and opened it up to the public in 1950.

Today, the park features some of the biggest, wettest and scariest rides around, a zoo with over 100 species from around the world, a 4d cinema and a number of arcades.

There are plenty of rides for everyone from the ever popular Thomas Land™ boasting a multitude of great rides for the little ones to the more daring Shockwave, Maelstrom & Apocalypse, with its 54 metre plummet to Earth which can be done seated or standing, be prepared to scream!

In between these rides there are plenty of favourites for the whole family that bring back nostalgic memories from my childhood including the Flying Dutchman, The Big Wheel & the Buffalo rollercoaster.

To top it all off you can stay on the campsite or enjoy a stay in the lovely Drayton Manor Hotel, which has 15 Thomas & Friends™ themed rooms.

We visited as a family of five, including little ones, teens and adults. We spent the whole day there, with plenty to keep us all busy and entertained. We could have done another day.

Opening hours can be found on the website but generally the park opens at 9.30am, rides start at 10.30am & close at 5pm.

We could see why they have 1.5 million visitors each year.

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Vaccination of Pets The vaccination of our pets greatly improves their health and longevity.

Some horrible diseases like Feline Enteritis and Canine Distemper are now thankfully extremely rare. Others such as Cat Flu and Canine Parvovirus are mainly seen in unvaccinated animals. Outbreaks of contagious illness such as Canine Kennel Cough and Myxomatosis in rabbits can be limited by vaccination.

Generally your dog, cat, rabbit or ferret requires an initial primary course of inoculations as a youngster and then an annual booster throughout it’s life to maintain it’s protection.

As your pet gets older it’s immune system is less efficient and it is more important to keep him or her vaccinated.

In these times of potential hardship owners are often tempted to not vaccinate their pets or let their boosters lapse but this can be a false economy and potentially life threatening to your beloved.

To help clients with this many practices have schemes to help you spread out the cost of routine health care such as our Pet Health Club, which gives you the option to pay a monthly direct debit to cover the costs of routine health care such as vaccination, flea and worm control.

To find out more check with your practice or check their web site for details. © Andrew Draper, Senior Vet, Oak House Veterinary Centre

Importantly alongside his annual booster your pet will also get a thorough health check when any other problems, such as early heart or dental disease, can be picked up and treated.

It is also an ideal time to check that your pets worming and flea control is up to date.

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Spring I love the onset of Spring. As the evenings draw out and the nip in the morning air recedes a little, everything starts to come to life. From blossom on the cherry trees to the new born lambs, Spring heralds the opportunity of a new year and the inspiration for lighter dishes and fresh seasonal ingredients.

As early Spring begins to turn to summer there is a wealth of produce to choose from with rhubarb, new potatoes, oysters and leeks in March, to wild garlic, sea bass, crab and spring lamb in April to asparagus, artichoke, mint and mackerel in May, the list is endless.

Springtime sees a flurry of festivals and special days, some dating back many hundreds of years, others more modern – from the well-known such as Mothering Sunday, Shrove Tuesday and, of course, Easter, to the less well-known such as “hare pie scrambling” in Leicestershire, cheese rolling and eel throwing in Cambridgeshire and the “Obby Oss” dance festival in Padstow.

Well, as spring is in the air and the weather is warming, here are a few of my favourite springtime ingredients in recipes that won’t leave you slaving over a hot stove all day.

Traditionally, it was considered best to enjoy oysters when there is an “r” in the

month, this is because the sea is cooler in the northern hemisphere and the oysters are not spawning, in truth, with modern storage methods this is less important.

Still, if you are a proper “ostreophile” (oyster lover) you might want to hold with this tradition. Personally, raw oysters with a shallot vinaigrette suit me just fine, but for those who prefer their oysters cooked, try throwing them on the first barbecue of the year and serving them with garlic, parmesan and paprika.

Spring wouldn’t be spring without lamb for most of us, especially at Easter, but how about ringing the changes a little and put yourself in the mood for your summer holidays with a Greek inspired roast leg of lamb with lots of oregano and olives.

To follow, try the new season’s rhubarb, Yorkshire forced rhubarb, grown in the dark and harvested by candlelight will be in the shops from January, but our local Nottinghamshire produce will be in the shops by March. Of course, you can’t beat a good rhubarb crumble but how about something a bit lighter for spring? Try this spiced rhubarb with yoghurt recipe for a lighter alternative, and a great way to use up those leftover Christmas dates!

Abby Brennan is a former café-owner, food writer, speaker and small/start-up food-business mentor.

You can find her blog at fishwifeskitchen.com

Barbecued Oysters with garlic, paprika and Parmesan butter If you prefer your oysters raw, try serving with a simple red wine and shallot vinegar (peel and finely chop shallots, mix with a good quality red wine vinegar and leave to infuse for 1 hr). If you prefer your oysters cooked, impress your guests with this flavoursome recipe for the first barbecue of the year!

Ingredients Serves 4 12 oysters (ready shucked unless you really know what you are doing!)

Chunks of good bread to serve For the butter 60g butter, at room temperature 1tsp flat leaf parsley, finely chopped 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1tsp cayenne pepper 2tsp smoked paprika 1tsp onion powder 50g Parmesan, grated 2 garlic cloves, crushed Method (heat the barbecue until the coals are white) In a small bowl, beat the butter until soft, then add all the ingredients and mix well. Lay a piece of cling film out on a clean surface. Spoon the butter into the centre then roll into a sausage shape and seal tightly. This will keep in the fridge for up to a week.

Slice a round of the butter and place on top of each oyster. Place (shell down!) on the barbecue and grill for approximately 6 mins or until bubbling. Serve with some “proper� bread to mop up the juices.

Greek inspired Roast Lamb Ingredients 1 large leg of Lamb (about 3kg) 6 garlic cloves 1 large bunch fresh oregano (you could use dried if necessary) Zest and juice 1 lemon 6 tbsp olive oil New potatoes (approx 4 per person) 400g can chopped tomatoes Large handful pitted Greek olives, chopped Method (pre-heat oven to 240C) Pound the garlic, half the oregano, lemon zest and a generous pinch of salt in a pestle and mortar, then add the lemon juice and a slug of olive oil.

Stab the lamb all over with a sharp knife, then pat the mix all over the lamb leg, pushing as much of the herb paste into the slits as possible.

Toss the new potatoes in the remaining olive oil & herb paste and place in the roasting tin around the lamb. Roast for 20 mins then reduce the temperatures to 180C. Roast for 1hr and 15 mins for medium-rare, adding another 15 mins for medium.

Baste the lamb once or twice with the juices and turn the potatoes. When the lamb is done, remove from the tin and allow to rest. Throw the rest of the oregano in with the potatoes and keep warm.

Place the roasting tin over a medium heat, add the canned tomatoes and chopped olives to the pan juices, then simmer for a few mins, add a pinch of sugar if the tomatoes are a little bitter. Serve the lamb with the potatoes and sauce and a simple salad.

Side Salad Mix 100ml olive oil with 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar and a pinch of salt. Finely shred 2 Cos lettuces and slice 6 spring onions. Crumble over approx 100g feta cheese. Toss everything together with freshly ground black pepper just before serving.

Roasted Spiced Rhubarb with Dates and Yoghurt Ingredients - Serves 4

Roughly 28g unsalted, shelled raw chopped pistachios or flaked almonds 50g dates, pitted and chopped 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest Half teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons runny honey 1 tablespoon caster sugar 3 large rhubarb stalks cut into 2 inch pieces Quarter teaspoon cinnamon 140g natural Greek Yoghurt Method (pre-heat oven to 170C) Gently toast nuts in a dry frying pan tossing frequently until golden brown. Cool and chop.

Place dates, zest, vanilla, 1 tablespoon of the honey (and sugar to taste) and roughly 200ml water in a small saucepan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently until dates are very soft and liquid is reduced by about a half – 8-10 minutes.

Place rhubarb in a small baking dish and toss with cinnamon and the date mixture, then place in the oven and roast for approximately 25 mins (turning halfway through) until rhubarb is tender but still holding its shape.

Whisk the yoghurt together with the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey in a small bowl, serve with the spiced rhubarb and juices on top and sprinkle with the pistachios.

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Good Friday 14 April 2017 at Bottesford Parish Church Hosted by The Cranmer Company of Singers Deborah Davies. All welcome. £6/8/10 Rehearsal 4.30pm. Charity performance 7.30pm Singers please book your place by contacting Anny: annyjones@me.com or 07415 512729

An Evening with Nottingham Concert Band Saturday 11 March - 7.15pm Spring concert at Stapleford Methodist Church, Eatons Rd, NG9 7EA Tickets £5 (children £2.50) advance booking is advised call 0115 939 9458 or e-mail daphneball@btinternet.com proceeds will be donated to the church roof repair fund

March 21 – 22: Great Orchestra Experiment

Nottingham Music Service, a registered charity that provides life-changing music programmes for young people, will host Great Orchestra Experiment 2017, at Albert Hall, Nottingham. GOE is an inspiring event that involves around 1,500 city pupils making music with the Robin Hood Youth Orchestra.

The evening is a beautiful fusion of talent, joy and communion. For more information, see nottinghammusichub.org.uk

Nottingham Bluecoat Singers "I have a voice" Saturday 18th March 7.30pm at the Wollaton Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton, NG8 2ND. Tickets on the door or phone 0115 9170656.

In Accord Chamber Choir will present a concert on Sat March 18th at 7pm St Martin’s Church, Trevose Gdns, Sherwood Tickets £8 & £6 (students) on the door.

Currently celebrating its 25th anniversary season, Nottingham Concert Band rehearses weekly in West Bridgford and enquiries about membership and invitations to play are always welcome. Call Jeff or Jill on 01949 860126, e-mail music@nottinghamconcertband.org, visit the band’s Facebook page or log-on to www.nottinghamconcertband.org

Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www. gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.30pm-9.30pm at Bestwood Village Social Club.

For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www. grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied.

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis. sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details.

Sherwood Chorus - is a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Please email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com to ensure up-to-date details and for further information.

Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us.

Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 3965 or www. saturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing?

Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook.com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - very warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe.

Mon, 8-9.30pm, term time only. For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732.

The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.157.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.

Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall. We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions.

Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965.

Kings Community Choir - every Mon 7.30pm-9pm (term time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997.

Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www.yourcommunitychoir.com Cranmer Company of Singers - want to sing more in 2017?

Annual Come & Sing event at Bottesford Church on 14 April.

Faure Requiem. Datesaver for now. More details later.

Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am11am. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959.

March 6, 2017: Watch Nott’s budding musicians perform at Rock City Noise from the Next Generation, a music competition for young people in the city organised by Nottingham Music Service, will culminate with some stellar performances at Rock City. The final will showcase the most talented acts in the age category 16-18. Prizes include recording time at Confetti, artist management, interview with Left Lion and more! Come support the city’s budding talent. For more information, see nottinghammusichub.org.uk

Nottingham Symphonic Wind Orchestra is one of the leading amateur wind orchestras in the UK. In 2017 NSWO are supporting Rainbows Hospice for children and young people.

“Kaleidoscope” Sunday 7th May 3pm The Riding Hall, Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire NG22 9EP

Tickets £10 (under 14’s £5) from Windblowers 0115 9410543 and the Box Office 01623 822009.

Donation to Rainbows.

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by Bob Massey On 7th September 1846 a train was travelling along the new Nottingham to Lincoln railway. Being on a local line it was a mixed arrangement consisting of engine, tender, 2 or 3 trucks, several passenger carriages and a guards van.

on the line, while the passengers got help and horses from the surrounding area to help pull the tender from the engine and remove Glover.

It had left Nottingham on time at 12.10 pm and travelled for 20 minutes at 24mph before arriving at Lowdham station. On leaving Lowdham on the part of the line near Gonalston there was a loud bang and the engine shuddered and oscillated.

The train then appeared to lift off the rails and jump up and down. The crew in the cab consisted of the stoker or fireman, 26 year old Henry Glover and the driver, Samuel Hicton from Lincoln. Both were very experienced railway men. Besides the train crew, there were about 30 passengers in the carriages.

As soon as the bang happened, Hicton shut off the steam. The engine however, left the rails and ran down a small incline for about 10 yards before resting on its side. Hicton was thrown from the engine and landed on the bank suffering only bruises.

When the engine left the track it took the tender with it, but the action broke the link between it and the first truck, which was loaded with iron scrap and remained on the rails. The engine and tender jack knifed and folded together. Unfortunately Henry Glover had been getting coal from the tender at the time of the accident and was thrown against the edge of the tender falling down the gap. So when the engine and tender fell, he was trapped by the thighs between the two.

As the rest of the train had stayed on the track the passengers in the coaches suffered only cuts and bruises and quickly left the train. They found that Glover was trapped and they could not remove him from the wreck. The guard, Charles Ward, ran back to Lowdham to stop other traffic

All this took at least 30 minutes and Glover was then immediately removed to the General Hospital. His injuries were found to be very bad and as they were in the region of his upper thighs he could not be operated on. Sadly, he died some nine hours later. Glover left a wife but no children.

At the inquest, held on the 11th September at the General Hospital, it was found that a major spring suspension had broken causing the engine to shudder and jump and so leave the track. The train had been travelling at about 18 mph at the time and this, coupled with the tender truck linkage breaking, saved the rest of the train from derailment and far more injuries to the passengers.

The reason for the breakage was unknown. The track was in very good condition and no sign of obstruction on the line was found. It was all put down to “the deceased being accidentally killed by an engine being thrown off the line caused by the breaking of a spring attached to the fore wheel which was apparently defective.� Glovers wife was at least able to claim compensation for her husbands death as the compensation act of 1846 had come into force just one month earlier.

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Spring Into Safer Living As we enter Spring, it’s important to be aware of opportunist thieves, who may take advantage of your vacant home and enter through any doors or windows which have been left open in the warm weather. You will need to know how to stay safe in the Spring and be aware of the steps you can take to protect your property.

Lock your doors and windows: Whilst it’s tempting to keep doors and windows open to make the most of the fresh, spring breeze, this is a perfect opportunity for thieves to enter your home and remove any valuable goods. Make sure you lock your doors and windows before going to bed or leaving the house.

Security outside your home: Never leave garages or sheds unlocked, especially if they connect to your property. Visible burglar alarms and carefully directed security lighting can deter burglars. Make sure alarms stop sounding after 20 minutes and lights don’t disturb your neighbours.

most of the Bank Holidays. You should suspend any deliveries, such as milk and newspapers and ask a trusted friend or neighbour to keep an eye on your property. Try to make your home look occupied while you are not there - timer switches can be used on lamps or your radio.

Students heading home for Easter: Easter is a popular time for students to head home, meaning a popular time for opportunist thieves to enter your University house. If you are leaving Nottingham for the Easter break, make sure you take your laptop and any other valuable items with you – do not leave them behind, even if you don’t need them. Don’t leave any empty electrical boxes outside your home, as this could indicate that you have something worth stealing.

If you would like to speak to your local police, call us on 101.

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Do I Really Need A New Start Every New Year a number of people will make a resolution to change jobs or look for a new career. The employment market in recent years has seen a strong recovery after the gloomy days of 2008/2009 and no longer do staff have to stay put out of a sense of gratitude for having a job.

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• Will I be paid what I’m really worth?

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At the end of the day, only one person is responsible for your career: you. But it’s certainly beneficial to have an employer that supports your professional development. Opportunity to access training, tuition reimbursement and to attend industry conferences can keep you moving forward professionally. Ideally, you want to work for a company that is committed to helping you grow your skills. Who offers a more clearly defined career path? Pay and benefits are important, but professional development and advancement potential should also be priorities.

• Am I letting fear drive my decision?

Just as it’s unwise to impulsively leave a job for the wrong reasons, don’t allow fear of the unfamiliar to hold you back from accepting a new one. Changing jobs always carries some degree of risk. But if you’ve thought through the situation and your gut is telling you to make a move, trust your intuition.

And who are we to argue with Albert Einstein? “I believe in intuitions and inspirations...I sometimes feel that I am right. I do not know that I am” On behalf us all at SOLOS may I wish NG readers a happy and prosperous New Year. © Helen Jones

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If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Woodborough W.I - meet on 3rd Monday every month at Woodborough Village Hall at 7.30pm. For more information call President, Yvonne O’Donnell on 0115 965 5482.

Burton Joyce and Bulcote W.I - meet on 2nd Thursday every month at 7.00pm in Burton Joyce Village Hall. Visitors

welcome. Contact number: 0115 931 2313.

Lowdham Pantomime Group - meet every Wednesday, 8pm - 10pm from Sept - February. Children from 10 yrs. See website for further details: www.lowdhampanto.co.uk or contact the secretary: Jan Fish - 0115 966 4207 Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tues every other month (Jan, March, May, July, Sept) 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk South Notts Alive & Kicking - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-11.15pm. South Notts N.C.D.S.W is for the divorced, separated & widowed. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154.

Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. We meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nottingham (close to the Royal Centre) on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Jenny on 01623 491331.

Woodcarving Club - Tuesdays: 1.30 - 3.30pm & 7 - 9pm at Sherbrook Scout Camp, Mansfield Lane, Calverton (Sept to mid-June). Small friendly group, beginners very welcome. Tools & tuition provided. Contact Brian - 0115 841 6996 Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Jane Walden - 0115 937 5343.

Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 9939106 after 7pm for info. New members welcome.

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk Woodborough Bridge Club - meets every Thursday evening, 7pm at Woodborough Village Hall, Lingwood Lane. Friendly duplicate bridge; also opportunities for pairs events, match play & classes. Contact Jane (0115 965 2595) or enquiries@ woodboroughbridgeclub.org.uk. See www.bridgewebs.com/woodborough National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 10.30-12pm followed by lunch 12.30-2.30pm at Masonic Hall, West Bridgford. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org City of Nottingham Probus Club - a club for men over 65, meeting at The New Mechanics Institute, North Sherwood St, Notts on 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am, meetings start at 10.30am. Interesting talks on many subjects plus optional lunch. Just turn up or call Robin on 0115 916 4774 or email: r.west8@ntlworld.com Nottingham Socialising - social group for 20 - 40’s. Events include pub nights, quizzes, walks, classical concerts and any other social event - find us on facebook.

Kindred Spirits Notts - Many social activities a month in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by calling 0115 844 0011.

Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 1950s and 1960s.

We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more information visit www. bootlace-buddies.org.uk French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot.

Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 07973 872213.

Chair Based Exercise - new members welcome. Free weekly classes at 1.45pm Tuesdays & seated yoga class Thurs 2pm-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Call 0115 847 0551 for info on our other classes.

Burton Joyce Players - put on two plays and a pantomime each year. We rehearse on Monday and Wednesday evenings in Burton Joyce village hall. For more details contact Mel Reynolds on secretary@burtonjoyceplayers.co.uk Burton Joyce Community Market - takes place in Burton Joyce Village Hall, NG14 5EY second Saturday morning of every month from 10am-12.30pm. Entry is free & there is a wide range of stalls. Funds raised from table hire goes towards the upkeep of the hall. Any enquiries to: Sally Smith on 0115 9312766.

Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interestimg, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 8.30pm at The Lion, Mosely St, NG7 7FQ. No membership fees, no playing fees. The Lion is a Real Ale Pub. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info.

The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant Society - welcomes everyone interested in plants & gardening. We meet 2nd Friday monthly from Sept - April at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford. Doors open at 7pm with a speaker at each meeting. For further info go to www.nottmhps.org. uk; email hps.nottingham.group@gmail.com or phone Carol on 0115 914 2474.

The British Sugarcraft Guild - meet 2nd Friday of month (except Dec) at 7.30pm, Burton Joyce Village Hall, Trent Lane. Visitors & new members always welcome. No experience necessary.

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Burton Joyce Bowls Club - the Poplars Sports Ground, Station Road. For further info 0115 8447 167 Woodborough Bridge Club - meet every Thursday, 7pm at Woodborough Village Hall. EBU affliated. Visitors welcome.

Contact Jane on 0115 965 2595 or enquiries@woodboroughbridgeclub.org.uk Lambley Historical Society - meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7.30pm in the Lowdham W.I. Hall. New members or visitors are always welcome. For information call Kay Winfield: 0115 9313646 or John Smith: 0115 9313066 Lowdham WI - meet at 7.30pm on 2nd Monday of the month (except January) at Lowdham WI Hall. Visitors welcome. For more information call 0115 966 3035 BJU3A - educational/ cultural/ social activities for retired/ semi-retired people of any age. Monthly meeting and 30+ interest groups. Meetings - 1.45pm at BJ Village Hall. For further information contact 0115 931 4290 or visit website www.bju3a.co.uk Lambley WI - meet 2nd Monday every month at 7.30pm in Lambley Village Hall. Visitors always welcome. Contact Michelle: michelle.church156@btinternet or call 0115 779 3623 Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

Soroptimist International - a group of women who meet 1st & 3rd Monday monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun, friendship & to help with these projects. For more info & contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham Trent Valley Art Group - meets on Monday afternoons 1.30 - 3.30 in Burton Joyce & surrounding areas. We paint and sketch out of doors in fine weather and work indoors in winter weather. We take part in local art exhibitions & events working with beginners & more advanced students. For more info call 0115 931 2422 to speak to the tutor.

Making Tracks Walking Group - is for single adults aged 40+ who share a love for the outdoors. We walk every Sunday throughout the year in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire. Own transport essential. For more information visit: www.walkwithmakingtracks.org.uk. All new members welcome.

Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities & help in your local community, nationally & internationally through volunteering and fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.

Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wednesday monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome.

Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU entrance opposite former Fiveways pub. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. Suitable for all ages. New members welcome, first 3 vists free.

Nottingham Organ Society - Bonington Theatre. 1st Monday in the month at 7.30pm. Come along and listen to an evening of light musical entertainment. Tickets available at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Nottingham. Call 0115 956 0733 New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full programme of events each month - (daytime only) day trips, theatre, strolls, walks, meals out, places of interest. For further details contact Joan 929 0902, www.newlifenotts.org.uk or email: newlife.notts@virginmedia.com Lowdham Bowls Club - join us for casual or competitive sport and all year round social activities. We are on Main Street next to the village hall, opposite The Old Ship Inn. For further information call Steve on 0115 931 2889.

Nottingham Oddfellows - are you lonely & want to get out and meet people in a social & friendly atmosphere? Come along & meet us on the first Friday monthly @ 11am - Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. For more info call Karen on 01949 843727 or karen.pye-smith@oddfellows.co.uk. All welcome.

Lowdham History Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 2nd Thursday of every month (Sept - April) in the Lowdham WI Hall.

New members & visitirs always welcome to hear varied & interesting speakers. For more info call Maureen Handley: 0115 966 9462 Dover Beck Flower Club - meet 3rd Thursday monthly at Burton Joyce Village Hall. For more info call 0115 965 4745.

Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - and all genres are catered for. For information please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098 Seated Yoga Class - Thursdays 2-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Free. New members very welcome. Call 0115 847 0551 or just turn up!

Lowdham Bridge Club - come and meet some friendly folk on a Monday morning & have an enjoyable game of Rubber Acol Bridge at Lowdham WI Hall 10am - 12.30pm. Contact Harry Healey on 966 3434 or email: harrychrishealey@gmail. com for further details. All levels & abilities welcome. £10 introductory fee + £2 weekly table fee. Includes refreshments.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Gedling Local Members’ Group - meets regularly throughout the year for local walks & hosts an informative talks programme each autumn/winter in Burton Joyce. For details of activities & events please visit: www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/category/gedling or contact Gary Wood on 0115 920 5940 Nottingham CHA Walking Group - would like to invite new members to local weekday or weekend walks further afield.

For more details please call 0115 927 4869 or email: margnewell11@virginmedia.com.

Friends of Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734 Woodthorpe Huffers & Puffers Running Club - for all abilities - 2 miles to marathon! Meet at Thackerays Lane Park (behind Vale pub) 3 times a week. Learn to Run courses if you are new to running as well as walking group. See website for details: ww.woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk

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Mapperley Knit & Natter Club (primarily for machine knitters) has moved! We now meet on the first Monday monthly from 6.45 - 9pm at Killisick Community Centre, Arnold, NG5 8DB. New members welcome.

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Arnold Local History Group - all new visitors or members welcome. We meet 3rd Tuesday of the month with a break in July,

August & December. Meetings at Bonington House (Labour Club), High St, Arnold. Details: www.arnold-history-group.org.

Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB Burton Joyce Senior Citizens’ Club - meeting on the first Tuesday of each month in the Old Church Hall, Main Street, Burton Joyce at 7pm except February and August when we have outings. We have a varied programme of talks & activities throughout the year. Visitors and new members always welcome. For more info call Rachel on 0115 931 2413

Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 9pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com

The Nottingham Locksley Club - offering friendship & dancing on Tues night @ Basford Conference Centre to all single, separated, divorced and widowed. Ring Ken for more details on 01773 530383 The Nottingham Mechanics - 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contat: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 Bishops Eight Square Dance Club - for people who want to make new friends, have some fun, take gentle exercise and learn how to square dance. We meet every Thursday at The Old School, Cropwell Bishop at 7.30pm. For more info call Kath - 01949 860843 Calverton Cricket Club - welcomes players and juniors (age 14+) to indoor nets at Nottingham High School. Every Tuesday 7.15 - 8.15pm. Begins on 10 January until 28 March 2017. Contact Richard Lee 077344 11010 or Scott Andrew 07965 4539402 Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley

Primary School, Catfoot Ln, Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk

Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk

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Almost everyone makes New Year’s resolutions. Many are negative like giving up something such as smoking, alcohol, chocolate etc. For 2017, think about setting some positive resolutions – help the community by becoming an expenses paid volunteer driver. Research shows that volunteers boost their self-esteem and happiness through helping charities to thrive.

Gedling Voluntary Transport Scheme is keen to put people’s experience and spare time to good use. The charity provides affordable, reliable transport for elderly and disabled people who don’t drive, don’t have a car and can’t use public transport or taxis. The scheme keeps people active taking them to health appointments, to see friends and relatives, shopping and to social engagements.

Anyone who likes driving, has a clean licence and likes helping people is urged to get in touch on gedlingtransport@rushcliffecvs. org.uk or 0115 969 9060. Expenses are covered at 45p per mile.

Pete Chambers (pictured above), one of the regular volunteer drivers, says: “When I retired I needed an interest. I saw the advert for volunteer drivers and thought what a worthwhile thing to do. I have been doing it for over thirteen years now and it’s still very satisfying knowing you are helping clients get around. Over the years many of the clients and I have become friends.”

More details at www.rushcliffecvs.org.uk

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Expert Advice and Support on Offer for People with Lung Disease Support and information for people with lung disease in the Gedling Area will be on offer as part of a new self help support group. The British Lung Foundation is pleased to be working in partnership with Nottingham North and East Clinical Commissioning group and the local Respiratory Service to establish a new Breathe Easy Gedling group to support wellbeing and selfmanagement of respiratory illness through sharing experience with others and learning from experts.

BREATHE EASY GEDLING MEETS AT The Scout Hut, Calverton Road Arnold, NG5 8DP 1-3pm 2nd Tuesday of the month Anyone affected by any lung condition is welcome, including family members, friends and carers. There will also be the opportunity to meet professionals from the respiratory team and to find out more about local support services.

There will be a variety of medical, social and local interest talks. We also hold local fund raising events and raise awareness throughout the year.

It will add to the network of 230 Breathe Easy Groups across the UK. There are other successful groups up and running in Bulwell, Hucknall, Edwalton, Eastwood, Mansfield and Ollerton. For more information about these meetings or on other Breathe Easy groups in the area please contact the British Lung Foundation on 03000 030 555 or helpline@blf.org.uk

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ng14 - helping hand group directory

If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition.

Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to

others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone affected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com

ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info.

Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation.

Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-toface advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@ frameworkha.org Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE to people with terminal illness & their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers visit people at home offering companionship & support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more info.

Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153

Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up.

Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Sam or

Alison: 0115 962 1153.

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - MESH is Nottingham’s self help group for people with ME/CFS. We have socials & run weekly relaxation, gentle moves & breathing sessions. Some joint events with people who have fibromyalgia. Contact Richard on 0115 925 2586 or email: riedd@btinternet.com Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday of each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100

Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http://

gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Patisserie Valerie at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.

Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and 3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk Sherwood Lunch Club - £3.20 for a 3 course meal with tea or coffee. Contact Sam or Alison: 0115 9621153.

Nottingham Breast Cancer Support Group - Meet on 3rd Tuesday of each month at Nottingham City Hospital in the main waiting room at the Breast Institute from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Our aim is to offer emotional, mutual and practical support to each other, partners, family and friends. For more info call Jackie Wheeler on 01949 20460.

Irish Community Cancer Group - self help group for people affected by cancer in the Irish community. Meet the last Wed of the month 10.30am - 12.30pm at Self Help Nottingham, NG1 2EG. For more info call 0115 911 1661

Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk

Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs

negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm.

Bariatric Support Group Nottingham - Nottingham’s first support group for those who are waiting for, or have had any type of bariatric surgery. Carers, friends and family welcome. We meet 2nd Tues of the month 7pm - 9pm at the Hyson Green Community Centre, 37a Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, NG7 6BE. For more infol: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm

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Contact the Elderly - are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and

over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Interested in volunteering? Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info.

Kings Money Advice Centre - offers free, impartial debt advice. Please go to www.k-mac.org.uk or phone 0115 920 7399.

Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers, bingo & party days. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, Nottingham, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959 Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com Coping with Anxiety - meet first & third Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Road, Sherwood. For more info call Albert Godfrey on 0115 967 9409 or email: albertgodfrey979@gmail.com Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after.

For more information visit www.achingarms.co.uk

Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit service providing high quality affordable counselling for anyone

aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area. Accredited services include individual, couples & employer assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times.

Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Support Group - a charity which is a self help group for people with these medical conditions. For more information please go to www.nottsandderbyia.org.uk Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group - support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease. Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Saturday at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399 Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page)

Smile! Stop Hate Crime - raises awareness and tackles disability hate crime. People with learning disabilities should not have to put up with harrassment and violence. REPORT it to the police on 101.

Nottingham Adult Sibling Group - do you have a brother or sister with life-long learning disability or autism? Would you like to meet others with similar experiences? Come along to our support group & gain information & support as a sibling. To register to attend the group visit www.sibs.org.uk Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and their carers.

Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more information contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661

Chernobyl Children’s Life Line (CCLL) Nottingham - providing respite care holidays for children from Belarus & Ukraine who are affected by the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Interested? Tel: 01949 842383 or email: ccllnottm116@aol.com or visit: www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham Dizzy Self Help Group - is for anyone in the Nottingham area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s bi-monthly meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers and for mutual support. Meetings take place between 2 and 4pm. For more information contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption.

Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 Recover from Separation & Divorce Course - an 8 week course starting soon to help anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. At a city centre location. Contact Judy or Phil on 0115 779 1315 or email: judy. collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in meeting, the 2nd Wednesday every month at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers and family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more information. Tel: 0115 966 3582 Breathe Easy Gedling - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. We meet the 2nd Tues each month from 1pm-3pm at the Scout Hut, Calverton Road, Arnold, NG5 8DP

Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk

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Gedling Sports Forum is an independent voice for sports clubs in Gedling. The Clubs, through their representatives, are the Forum; we meet four times a year to discuss the various matters that affect the different sports. This is all about sharing good practice and finding out what is happening in our own and other sports. If a club or sport has a concern then we may be able to help.

In recent years, the Forum has lobbied on behalf of the swimming clubs of Gedling to Gedling Borough Council about the cost of hiring the leisure centre facilities and achieved a freeze on increased pool rental costs for a period of 12 months. The Forum also sent representation about the proposal for wind turbines overlooking the Poplars playing field in Burton Joyce. The proposal was for two, there is only one now and it is sited in a slightly different location so as not to cause problems for the sportsmen and women taking part in cricket and archery on the field. As Chairman of the Gedling Sports Forum, Stephanie Roberts is part of the Gedling Borough Council Playing Pitch Strategy Steering Group, speaking up for more and improved facilities for the clubs and teams in Gedling. The Forum is completely independent of the Council, GBC provide us with a meeting room but their representatives only attend our meeting by invitation. Is your club based in Gedling? Is your club involved with the Gedling Sports Forum? If not, please join us, together we can make a difference.

For more information about the Gedling Sports Forum please contact the Chairman Stephanie Roberts by email gedlingsportsforum@yahoo.com. We can also be found on Facebook.

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On Saturday 29th July until Saturday 19th August this year Belarussian children will hopefully be coming to our area. They all live in the area of Belarus that was and still is affected by the fall out of the Chernobyl disaster. They will be coming here for some fresh air and decent food.

I am asking if you are able to host a child (or two). Within our members we have hosts of all ages from couples, families and retired persons. All the children will be aged 8-10½ years. The gender of the child will be your decision.

Everything we do is new to them including going to the seaside. Also they go to the dentist and many of them have never sat in a dentist’s chair.

The dates can be split with another family if three weeks is not convenient .You will receive 24/7 support also a support family at any time if you need one. The difference in language is never a problem in fact quite fun.

All costs of bringing the children to our area is met by our link also the visits they go to will not cost you at all and you and your own family are encouraged to join them also at no cost to you.

Hosting for us gives the children and yourselves a lot of fulfilment.

If you wish to have further information regards hosting could you please contact me 07815 473802 or robert.crampton@tiscali. co.uk or robert.crampton@gmx.com and I with a female colleague will be only too pleased to come and see you and talk in depth of what is involved.

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March 9th at 2.15pm - AGM, followed by a talk, ‘The Nottingham Centre Year’ by our chairman, Sylvia Hale.

March 23rd at 7.30pm - ‘Well Dressing’, by John North.

April 6th at 2.15pm - ‘Going to the Cinema’,

by Michael Payne.

April 27th at 7.30pm - ‘Lincolnshire Themes’, by Alec Gordon.

Talks take place at the Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham. Admission: £3 members, £4 visitors, who are always very welcome. The winter programme of talks ends on April 27th and will resume in September, but members have plenty of activities to look forward to during the summer: Excursions Monday 20th March 2017 – a walk with public transport - Chesterfield.

Telephone 0115 916 2038.

June 10th 2017 – RHS Flower Show at Chatsworth. Details from Veronica: 0115 927 9698.

Three holidays are planned – a walking holiday to Tintern Abbey and surrounding area in May, there will be a six day holiday in June to Portsmouth, and a three day break in September to Manchester. So, plenty to look forward to!

For information about the Nottingham Centre contact Barbara Mc.Donald, tel:9757800, email: bmcdonald351@btinternet.com or the website – www.nottinghamnt.co.uk. The Nottingham Centre is proud to support the National Trust and to donate annually to projects in particular need.

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2016 Gedling Sports Awards Gedling Sports Forum would like to congratulate the following winners of the 2016 Gedling Sports Awards: Under 11 Sportsman of the Year - Jude du Toit Under 11 Sportswoman of the Year - Esme Brook Young Sportsman of the Year 11-16 - Louis Taiwo-Williams Young Sportswoman of the Year 11-16 - Alana Meenan Young Sportsperson of the Year 16-21 - Charly Neilson Adult Sportsperson of the Year - Thomas Austin Junior Club Team of the Year Under-11 - Papplewick & Linby CC U11’s Junior Club Team of the Year 11-18 - Mellish RFC U14’s School Team (Primary) - Parkdale PS U11’s Girls Football School Team (Secondary) - Arnold Hill U18 Girls’ Football Sports Leader of the Year - Connor Gorman Junior Coach of the Year (Under 20) - Alex Rylott (Gedling Southbank FC) Club Coach of the Year - Dale McPhilbin (Phoenix Boxing Club) Volunteer of the Year – The Andy Bowers Award - Martyn Edson (Mellish RFC) Lifetime Achievement in Sport - Alan Brown Lifetime Achievement in Sport - Geoff Howell Sports Club of the Year - Gedling Southbank Football Club For more information about the Gedling Sports Forum please contact the Chairman Stephanie Roberts by email gedlingsportsforum@yahoo.com or John Sturgess at the Gedling Sports Partnership, contact details j.sturgess@gedlingsportspartnership. co.uk. We can also be found on Facebook.

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