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Whether it’s a small informal function or a larger occasion for over 100 guests, The Bestwood Lodge offers the best in fine cuisine, elegance and comfort, and would like to offer you the opportunity of making your Wedding Day truly memorable, the perfect start to a long and happy life together.
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BOX CLEVER Three Veg Pakora
2 med carrots - grated 2 med courgettes - grated 1 small sweet potato - grated 1 med onion - grated 1 tbsp cumin seeds 1 tsp dried chilli flakes (opt) 2 tsp garam masala good pinch salt 250g gram flour sunflower oil method Put all the grated vegetables into a large bowl. Add the spices, salt and flour & mix well. Gradually add enough warm water to make a thick batter. Best done by hand. The mixture should hold together and not be runny. Heat about 1cm oil in a deep frying pan. Once hot, fry spoonfuls of the mixture. Turn half way through so they are golden brown. This only takes a few minutes. Drain on kitchen paper and serve with a mint yogurt dip and mango c h u t n e y. You can vary the veg. These are a great way to get kids eating a variety of veg.
I really like the idea of a weekly veg box delivery, so when Red Earth Organics offered me a box I jumped at the chance. I have to say I was really impressed with the quality, variety and freshness of the produce. A box like the one pictured is ÂŁ11. I think this is great value. These recipes are all from the goodies I received in the box. Red Earth Organics can be reached on 07794 467545.
Warm Potato, Bean & Bacon Salad
850g new potatoes 150g green beans 1 clove garlic - finely chopped 6 rashers streaky bacon - chopped 1 red onion - halved & sliced bunch flat leaf parsly knob of butter 1 tbs olive oil 50g feta cheese (optional) method Half large spuds then boil until cooked but not too soft. Drain. Cook beans for 4 mins. Drain. Fry onion in olive oil. Add bacon pieces to the pan. Fry until onion is soft and bacon turning crispy. Add butter and garlic and continue to fry for 3 mins. Add beans and potatoes to warm through. Serve garnished with parsely and if you like, scattered with feta. Serves 4.
Cheesy Swiss Chard
2 tbsp olive oil small red onion - finely chopped 1 clove garlic - finely chopped bunch swiss chard - leaves & stems chopped half small glass dry white wine 50g gruyere (or cheddar) grated lemon juice method Fry onion and garlic in oil in a large pan until soft. Add the chopped chard stems and white wine. Bubble for 5 mins until they soften. Stir in chard leaves until wilted. Stir in cheese and lemon juice. Season to taste. Serves 2.
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Six Months On... It’s been almost six months since the Green Dragon on Watnall Road had it’s major refurbishment and as the landmark pub looks ahead to the next six months we look at how important the face-lift was to the business and to the community. Since the introduction of a fully fitted kitchen, and new menu packed full of daily deals, the pub has seen it’s target audience drastically evolve, meaning the pub now attracts; families, groups of women and young couples, all without putting off the loyal fanbase. The main menu is served every lunchtime and every evening, with extended hours and Saturday and Sunday, the daily deals include Beer & Burger for £5.99 and 2 Sunday Roasts for £11.00. The Main Menu is accompanied by a superb Kids Menu, which includes a free Fruit Shoot activity pack with every meal. During the Euro 2012 and London 2012 Olympics the pub offered a great Beer & Burger deal for only £5.49 during all of the games.
Six Quality Cask Ales
As well as a fantastic food offer, the pub strives for recognition of their cask ale. A permanent offering of six cask ales means they are a favourite of the real ale connoisseur and offer the best choice of cask ale in Hucknall, with a whopping six different ales. National favourites like Old Speckled Hen
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and London Pride sit alongside more quirky local beers such as Blue Monkey, Castle Rock and Nottingham Brewery. The beers are always in fine form and they are looked after by longtime Licensee Carol Hensen “I’ve always loved cask ale and the locals were so pleased that we were going to get another pump with the refurbishment” says Carol “We had five ales on before but now with six we really have something to shout about!” Looking forward, the pub has the new season of the Premier League to show on three plasma screens, pleasing the Saturday afternoon crowds. Plans are afoot for parties at both Hallowe’en and Christmas not to mention the anniversary of the relaunch in March. The Pub People Company, who own and operate the business continue their run of major facelifts with The Bridge in Sandiacre which reopened lateAugust and are already looking ahead at major developments in Langley Mill and Chesterfield.. Watch this space. For more info on the Green Dragon or Pub People, you can become a fan of both their official Facebook pages and join in on the conversation simply search for either Green Dragon Hucknall or Pub People Company.
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is upon us. After a rubbish summer weather-wise lets hope we have a nice warm Autumn. It was a great summer for sport and hopefully you all enjoyed a great Olympic games. It made us proud to be British. This is the last magazine before the Christmas edition so please remember to let us know as soon as possible if you want an event including in the Nov/Dec magazine. With the recession really biting we hope that you enjoy our new Live for Less vouchers on page 51 - every little helps! Happy Reading Ali, Cat and Sarah
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Rusty’s Health Bar opened in December 2011 on Titchfield Terrace behind Need 2 View Estate Agents on Hucknall High Street. Rusty’s is owned & run by Russell Charlton. The business is split between the coffee shop & supplement business. The coffee shop has a 5 star food hygiene rating from Ashfield Council. The cosy seating area is complemented by showing a range of dvd’s to suit customers’ requirements. It’s a great place to chill out with a book, as a meeting place or somewhere to put your feet up after shopping. The supplement shop sells a wide range of products for weight loss, bodybuilding, sports enthusiasts or general wellbeing. The shop sells diet enhancers, meal replacements, pre training supplements, creatine, whey & casein shakes, including the new Ronnie Coleman Signature Series , energy powders & gels, Cherry Active, Manuka Honey & Beetroot Juice amongst others. Russell operates a free local delivery service on many of his supplements.
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Fans Of Five A Day Flock To Local Company A new Nottingham(shire) based vegetable box company has signed up over 200 customers in the last eight weeks, following a hugely successful pilot scheme. The business is now preparing for a full launch across the NG4-6 and NG816 postcode areas on 3rd September 2012, expanding its services even further at the start of next year. The aptly named Parsnips and Pears sources its produce from local farmers and growers which means that the offer is totally seasonal but without the premium price tag associated with organic vegetable box products. Sara Barlow is the force behind this new business; “This is honest to goodness, great quality, great tasting seasonal produce delivered directly to the door .... and that common sense offer has really resonated with our customers. “Some miss the demise of their high street greengrocer and are delighted to find a service that fills the gap. Others have families to feed with healthy appetites and are savvy enough to know that you don’t have to pay a hefty price for good quality if you know where to look. “Why rely on supermarket produce that’s been half way around the world and back, when something can be picked from a nearby field and on your fork soon afterwards?” The Parsnips and Pears vegetable boxes are already available in different sizes, from small to medium, large to extra large and special
occasion. Prices start at £7.99 including delivery and all are very generously packed full to bursting with nutritious, seasonal items. Sara added: “Eating seasonally makes for a far more varied diet and allows us to offer fair and reasonable prices. This is not produce that has been imported or freighted from one end of the country to the other and so that’s a cost we simply don’t have to bear. “We can pay our suppliers a fair price for their produce and still deliver it at a great price to our customers – which certainly stacks up economically when compared to an equivalent supermarket shop.” The new Parsnips and Pears website www. parsnipsandpears.co.uk will also go live on launch date and will be a source of seasonal information, recipes, competitions and news. Vegetable boxes can be ordered online through the website or by calling 0115 822 8622.
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A Lifeline for Animals in Need
Animal Accident Rescue Unit is a transport service for sick, injured or vulnerable animals and birds. It provides both transport to a vet surgery, arranging for their treatment and caring for them in foster homes until either their owner can be traced or new homes can be found. The Charity has no central base and is run entirely by volunteers working from their own homes. It has taken in so many cats over the last few months, it desperately needs new fosterers who can provide a temporary home for one of our rescued cats. If you think you can help, please ring the Recruitment Officer on 0115-956 3799 (recruitment calls only).
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Volunteer Drivers and Phone Operators Needed!
Local Nottingham-based charity Animal Accident Rescue Unit is seeking volunteer drivers with their own car who have a couple of hours a week to spare during the daytime, evening or weekend. The charity needs help to transport rescued animals to and from vet practices and foster homes. Additionally, reliable people are needed to take calls from the public who require help with animals they find in distress. All roles are based from home. To learn more on how you can make a difference to vulnerable animals, please ring the Recruitment Officer on 0115-956 3799 (recruitment calls only). Many other volunteering roles are also available. Animal Accident Rescue Unit lifeline telephone number for dealing with animals in distress is 0115-932 1555. For non-urgent queries and information, email us at admin@ aaru.org.uk, visit www.animalaccident.org. uk, or by post to PO Box 5414, Burton Joyce, Nottingham NG14 5DT. Reg Charity No 701405 Vat No 916306634
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The Lazy Gardener.... is turfed out!!
Whether your lawn is the size of a postage stamp or a football pitch, to keep it looking green and gorgeous requires some care and attention. In our house the most the lawn ever gets is a mow every few days during the spring and summer...and it does show.
Compaction and sub-surface thatch are two of the main problems on lawns by restricting water, air and nutrients getting through. Hollow-tine aeration is the most effective way of reducing these problems by removing thousands of cores out of the lawn, allowing the roots to spread enabling them to receive nutrients. Aeration stimulates and encourages root growth and can be done with a garden fork or a special mechanical aerator. Re seed Any worn/bare patches caused by the summer wear can be re-seeded now.
I have since learnt that grass never stops growing it just slows down and we should really keep mowing at least monthly through Autumn and Winter subject to dry conditions.
Leaves Prevent accumulation of fallen leaves by removing then from the lawn weekly otherwise the grass will struggle to survive and diseases may establish themselves.
For some more tips on improving the state of my lawn I contacted our good friends at Green Thumb and Mark Sutton has kindly given me some great tips which I am delighted to share with you.... Autumn is a very important time of the year for lawn maintenance. Scarification This is an essential part of lawn maintenance. We scarify to remove matted growth and thatch both of which are detrimental to a lawn, thinning out the thatch improves the plants growing conditions and it also reduces one of the causes of moss. It can be done with a specialist hand tool or a machine. Aeration Put simply aeration is making holes in the lawn to let carbon dioxide out of the soil and allow oxygen in.
....Blimey, thanks for all those tips Mark. I had no idea there was so much involved. For those of us with very little time (or inclination!) companies like Green Thumb offer a great lawn care service and it really doesn’t cost the earth. For more information on lawn care or to get Mark and his team round to help just give them a call on 0116 243 4606. Š Ali Wale
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PHILIP WARD HANDYMAN If you need anything doing around the home or garden then Philip is your man. Here are some of the many things he can help you with......... Painting & decorating both internal and external, wallpaper removal, garden maintenance, hedge trimming, pruning etc. Gutters cleared & maintained, jet washing drives & paths etc, replacing taps and sinks, repairing leaking taps and pipes, furniture assembly (inc. flat pack), fence and gate replacement and repairs and much, much more! Why not give him a try!!!
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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR SAFER NEIGHBOURHOODS TEAMS HUCKNALL POLICE STATION Watnall Road, Hucknall Opening hours: 8am – 8pm Mon to Fri, 9am – 5pm Sat & Sun Tel:101, ext. 804 4747
www.nottinghamshire.police.uk
HUCKNALL CENTRAL PC Shaun Radford Tel: 07872 678181 PCSO Simon Gazzard Tel: 07525 226763
Email: hucknallcentraltcbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
HUCKNALL EAST PC Nigel Malik Tel: 03003009999 ex: 804 4747 PCSO Martin Chilton Tel: 07702 141847
Email: hucknalleastbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
HUCKNALL NORTH PC Dave Nicks Tel: 07595 074407 PCSO Louise Higgins Tel: 07525 989445
Email: hucknallnorthbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
HUCKNALL WEST PC Steve Kirby Tel: 07702 141762 PCSO Simon Zacharia Tel: 07595 074207
Email: hucknallwestbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk To find out more about events in your area visit www.nottinghamshire. police.uk and enter your postcode in the postcode search tool.
After the overwhelming display of community spirit shown as the Olympic Torch passed through Nottinghamshire, I am convinced more than ever that there are people out there who care about their neighbourhoods and want to give something back to their community.
actively recruiting people aged 18 to 58 – although, we are particularly interested to hear from anyone who is between 30 and 50 years of age or from ‘Black and Minority Ethnic’ backgrounds to ensure we represent the diverse communities we serve.
So why not join Nottinghamshire Police as a Special Constable?
Successful applicants receive training before starting on the job and are asked to work a minimum of 16 hours per month.
Specials not only play a significant part in assisting with the policing, they also help us resource public events such as fairs and carnivals. There are nearly 400 Specials currently working across the force. Not only did they play a significant part in assisting with the policing of the disorder in August last year, they also work in neighbourhood policing teams and help police public events. As a Special Constable you will work with a diverse range of people, make new friends, learn valuable new skills, which are transferable to the workplace, and challenge yourself with new experiences. You will learn first hand about policing in Nottinghamshire and have the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping to police the local community - hopefully your community. We welcome applications from people who have lived in the UK for a minimum of three years and we are
We are holding Specials Prerecruitment Awareness events throughout the year at various locations where you will be able to discover in detail what the role involves During the events, attendees will hear from the Specials recruitment and training team about the expectations Nottinghamshire Police have of their Specials and what those who join us can expect from the role. Potential applicants will also learn about the recruitment and selection process, training programme and the vetting process. A number of serving Specials will also be there to chat about their experiences in the role. To find out more, please call us on 101, extension 800 2429 or visit the force website at www. nottinghamshire.police.uk and visit the recruitment section and follow the ‘Specials’ link.
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Choose your personal care assistant with confidence People in Nottinghamshire who need social care and support are being urged to use a directory of reliable paid workers. Support With Confidence, which has been set up by Nottinghamshire County Council, is a web-based directory of potential employees who can help older and disabled people with things like: • getting them out of bed, washed and dressed • taking them out for trips e.g. the pub or theatre • walking people’s dogs • helping out with shopping, housework or the garden. Everyone on the directory has received training and has been checked by the County Council. People who receive a personal budget* for their social care can then select who they want from the directory to provide a particular service. They will then interview that person and, if they are happy, offer them the job. Councillor Kevin Rostance, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health, said: “More and more people are now receiving personal budgets, which means they can manage their own social care. This is fantastic and it gives people real choice and control over which
services they have and who helps them. “Support With Confidence gives people the reassurance that these carers are reliable, so we would urge anyone who is thinking of hiring a personal assistant to use this scheme.”
To find out more about Support With Confidence and to use the directory phone 08449 80 80 80 or visit: w w w. n o t t i n g h a m s h i r e . g o v. u k / supportwithconfidence *Personal budgets are given to people who are eligible for long term social care support by the County Council. They have an assessment with a social care worker, where they decide how they wish to spend their money to best meet their needs.
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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 ÂŁ5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Dyslexia Action - Empowering Parents FREE Course - On 10th November from 10am - 1pm at 1a Bridlesmith Gate, Bottle Lane, Notts, NG1 2GR. To book or for more information please call 0115 948 3849.
Breathe Easy Nottingham West - Welcomes people with all forms of lung disease giving support for carers, friends & family. Plus weekly specially designed exercise group every Thursday. Meetings are held on 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1.30pm-3pm at Eastwood & District Victory Club, Walker St, Eastwood, Nottingham, NG16 3EN. Call Teresa on 01773 769068. 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 either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk
Notts Gosh - (Nottingham Gynae - oncology support & help group) support in the aftermath of various gynae
cancers. Support, information, understanding or simply a cup of tea. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Tues of the month in the Urology Seminar Room at Nottingham City Hospital from 7-9pm (meet in Maternity foyer at 6.45pm) For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162
Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected 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 ADHD - a support group for parents of adults with ADHD. Meet last 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 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 Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, faceto-face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor David Hall on 07973 113882 or email: david. hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org. Carers in Hucknall & surrounding areas - meet at Hucknall Library Meeting Room on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday,
monthly. From 1.30pm to 4pm. All welcome.
Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to carers of people with terminal cancer or other
life-limiting illnesses. For a few hours each week our trained volunteers are able to provide one to one emotional support, information and a short break from your caring role. For support, call 0845 304 8730, 0115 938 5906 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk. Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more information.
Indigo Kids - is a charity & support group for children on the autistic spectrum & related social & communication
difficulties including fragile x, their parents/carers and siblings. We have the Autism Resource Centre (The Arc) to help or just for a chat and a cuppa. We offer activities, youth club during school time and day trips during holidays. It is a safe place where the kids are not judged. We have a Parent Partnership Service drop in session every other week during school term. email: indigokids@live.com. Web: www.indigokids.org.uk or call 0115 952 5141.
Hard of Hearing/Deafened - for anyone who has a hearing loss & communicates in spoken English, Nottinghamshire Deaf Society runs a monthly Hard of Hearing Social Group (4th Friday, 10am-2pm) & evening lipreading classes (next course starts 3rd Nov). For further details contact Rachael by phone 0115 988 7576, text 07817 275253 or email: rachael.ravenlock@nottsdeaf.org.uk
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Do you have difficulty getting out to your Optician? We are able visit you at home and conduct a thorough eye test using the latest equipment. Eye Tests are FREE to people over 60 and other qualifying groups, we can also arrange NHS glasses for those who qualify. Free delivery & aftercare. Fully Qualified NHS registered, based in Nottingham NHS & Private Home Visits Large range of stylish frames All types of the latest lenses avail. All glasses delivered promptly Friendly & Quality Service Housebound only
(unable to make your own way to a high street optician) Optometrist: Mr. Timothy Deakin, BSc, MC Optom GOC 01-18851
Tel: 0115 9261 694 (Office) or 07854 207384 (Mob) a 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 ÂŁ5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780. 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 950 7836 from 9am to 9pm. Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info. The Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support Group - Support group for people with dementia, their carers, family and friends. Meet on 3rd Monday of each month from 1.30pm-3.30pm at Kirkby Trinity Community Centre Point, Diamond Ave, Kirkby-inAshfield. We welcome people from all areas to drop in for information, support and to meet others over a cuppa. For more info call 01623 556065 Hucknall Library Work Club - Meets Thursdays 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Contact: hucknallworkclub@gmail.com
Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries - Please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for an
appointment or email mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk. Surgery 2nd Saturday monthly (10am-12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall, NG15 7HN. 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: algodfrey@talktalk.net
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
Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind
Mobile Support Service The NRSB Mobile Support Service visits Hucknall Library approximately every 7 weeks providing information and advice on sight loss.
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Sept - Nov Dates for the Nottingham Centre (National Trust) Members of the Nottingham Centre enjoy a variety of talks, outings and holidays throughout the year, with the opportunity to join specialist groups on Local History, Gardens, and Walking. Thursday 13th Sept: “National Trust Gardens” by Frank Gibson at 2.15pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham. Thursday 27th Sept: “If Wishes were Horses” by Pam Littlewood (local author) at 7.30pm at the Mechanics (address above). Pam gives an insight into her books which are based in Nottinghamshire. Thursday 11th Oct: “The Commercial River Trent and Newark” by Les Reid at 2.15pm at the Mechanics (address above). Les will examine the interaction between town and river and talk about his own involvement in “The Leicester Trader” a barge renovation project with the heritage centre. Thursday 25th Oct: The Southwell Storytellers will entertain, concentrating on four stories of life inside Southwell Workhouse at 7.30pm at the Mechanics (address above). Thursday 8th Nov: “Far Eastern Russia” a talk by Roger Bennett on the countryside and wildlife of this fascinating region, at 2.15pm at the Mechanics (address above). Admission to all other meetings is £2 for members, £3 non-members. For more information: nottinghamcentre.webplus. net or ring Roger Wallis on 0163 6819102.
This ground-breaking arena show will see the loveable Ice Age characters embark on an actionpacked adventure full of drama, humour and fun. The whole family will love this brand new story which combines incredible music and song and spectacular set design with characters dancing, skating, flying and performing breath taking acrobatics and daring stunts!
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Hollygirt School to take boys aged 3 - 7 from September Hollygirt School is pleased to announce that it is welcoming applications for boys aged 3-7 to start from September onwards. It is not the first time that the school has taught boys; there were little boys here during the 1980s. For parents with both boys and girls, there are very few independent co-educational schools with a similar family-feel to Hollygirt and we are aware that for parents of young children, having to do multiple school drop-offs is challenging. Taking boys at a young age will not detract away from Hollygirt’s ethos and there are no plans to extend the age range for boys. Hollygirt helps children develop their individual strengths and abilities, whilst ensuring they are safe, secure and happy. All junior children spend a day with us to find
out if they will be happy in our environment. We take children of all abilities and each is assessed before they join, so that their educational needs can be met, wherever they are in terms of their ability. They all make excellent progress and we are proud of their achievements at whatever level. In our small school everyone knows each other and teachers have the time to get the best from each child. Your child can join Hollygirt at any age, from 3 up to the start of Year 10, subject to a place being available. Entry can be at any time, not just the start of a school year or term. Most new pupils join without knowing other children, but soon make friends in the warm and homely atmosphere. Our quality of care was rated as outstanding in the school’s last inspection.
Our next Open Morning is on Saturday 29th September at 9.30am. All are welcome. If you can’t make it, just call us to come in for a chat and a look around. We look forward to seeing you. Our Senior School Entrance Assessment for Year 7 entry in Sept 2013 is on Tuesday 27th November.
Independent school for girls aged 3-16 now also taking boys aged 3 - 7
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Elm Avenue Nottingham NG3 4GF 0115 958 0596 info@hollygirt.co.uk www.hollygirt.co.uk
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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: info@ng5.org.uk
BMX Race Club - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run regular races and coaching sessions. All ages welcome. Race bikes & helmets to loan for new members. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Call Phil on 07985 419101 or www.nottinghamoutlaws.com. Nottingham Boys Choir - We provide a structured environment for boys to sing some of the finest classical music ever written - and modern music too! Come and see why this makes us different. We meet every Wed eve in Carlton. Check out our website www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or call Michael Overbury on 01636 702054. Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 16yrs, all abilities. We meet Sundays 2.45 - 4.45pm (term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk 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 eves 7pm 9.15pm. Funky Feet Dance Class for Children - Street dance and dance games. Pay as you go. Call 0845 680 3865 or email: mapperley@funkyfeetunlimited.co.uk Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 4.30 - 6.30pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Carlton.9yrs +. For more info call Dave 0115 961 4114 or Shirley 0115 956 8395 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub. btik.com Scout Association - 0115 952 3617
Magical Movers - singing dancing and having fun in Hucknall and Bestwood Village. Call Helen on 07947 350760 - www.magicalmovers.co.uk Hucknall Pre-school playgroup - Baptist Church, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open Mon/Tue & Fri 9am - 3pm. Wed/Thur 9am - 12pm. For more info call 07544 510610. St John Badgers - (6 - 10yrs) Fri at 6pm - 7.15pm approx. Seymour Rd Baptist Church. Call Victoria McIndoe: 01158598167. St John Cadets - (10-16yrs) Tues at 6.30 - 8.00pm approx. Call Katie White on 0115 963 1307 or Steve Cross on 0115 952 9683. Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Nottinghamshire HQ - 987 7220. Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) Mon 7 - 9pm and Thurs 7 - 9pm. Hucknall Boys Brigade
- The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 12-17yrs.
- For more information and contacts see www.18thbb.org.uk
Hucknall Mini’s Basketball - Hucknall Leisure Centre. Tues 7-8pm (7-10yrs) & 8-9pm (11-12yrs). £2.50. Call Adam McGrory on 07732211696. Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursday 7.15 - 9pm at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall. All ages welcome. Contact 07785 530256. Dance Divaz - Dance for fun to all the latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced at £3.50 each & are available from 3yrs to adults, held every Thurs at Bestwood Village Social Club. For individual class times see www.dancedivaz.co.uk, also NEW Street classes now open in Arnold on Friday with J from Groundhogs. For venue & time please call 07954 418481 Oceans of Fun Indoor Soft Play Centre - Spring St, Hucknall - suitable for 0-11yrs. Open 7 days. Comfy area for adults & cafe. Parties from £6.60 per child. Outdoor play area with seating. Free car park. See www.oceansoffun.co.uk or call 0115 963 3961 for more info. Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Primary School, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346. Rolls Royce Soccer School - for 5 to 7 yr old boys & girls every Saturday morning 10 til 12pm. Watnall Road, Hucknall. Contact head coach John Cheetham on 07920 154129 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk
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‘Night in a Box’ is a Night to Remember for Hucknall Girls Girls from the Hucknall area were amongst nearly 1,000 members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire who slept outside in Nottingham’s Wollaton Park in July, all braving the elements to highlight issues faced by the homeless.
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‘Facilities were basic, entertainment was low-key and all non-essential belongings were left at home, so this was a real contrast to our usual jamboreestyle camps,’ said County Commissioner Kate Royse. ‘Whilst the mood was far from sombre, the evening encouraged the girls to think about the problems of homelessness and I think everyone gained a better understanding of how people especially teenagers and young people - manage without a place to call home.’ Night in a Box was the culmination of ‘People Like Me’, a training and information programme developed by Girlguiding Nottinghamshire with local charity Framework. Members of the Framework team – including mascot Roofus joined the girls for the evening, which also marked the final stage in Framework’s ‘Ten Days of Action 2012’. Girls at the event from 4th Hucknall Guides included Harriet (14) and Joanna (15) pictured above, who spent much of the preceding few days building their home out of boxes. The collaboration with Framework is the result of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire’s drive to develop ways of working within the wider community. Enquiries from other organisations or individuals are welcome: contact Kate Royse at county headquarters on 0115 987 7220, e-mail secretary@girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk or visit www.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk
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A SAD STORY: Why Hicks Memorial School was named The Rev. Henry Champernowne Hicks was first mentioned in a newspaper report on 6th March 1877. He had been appointed curate in charge of the new mission church of St. John the Evangelist, on Butlers Hill, Hucknall Torkard. Working hard, he built up the congregation, took care of pastoral duties and watched over the construction of the new church. Just a few of the things he was involved with are noted here. There was an excursion to visit Cresswell Crags where “after viewing the beautiful natural scenery the party returned by an evening train”. For the St. John’s branch of the Church Union “a most agreeable entertainment was given at the Reading Room on Whyburn Street. Mr. W. Bostock opened with a violin solo; Dr. Coates sang, a flute and harmonium duet was performed by Mr. Longland, R.E. and A.H. Bonser; a performance of ‘The Three Chafers’ by the Rev. H.C. Hicks, Dr. Coates and Mr. Cooke received an encore and Mr. C. Franks with his Lancashire sketch entitled ‘A neet in a Grave’ occasioned much laughter”. Refreshments and a debate on Trade Unionism concluded the evening. On Wednesday in Christmas week 1877 the Rev. Hicks presented prizes of bibles, story books and certificates to the children of St. John’s church Sunday school. Carols were sung by the choir and each child was presented with a bun at the close. A good natured baker had inserted threepenny pieces in some of them “much to the amusement of the children”. The following day the St. John’s Workers Association held a tea meeting in the school-room on Whyburn Street. After tea the Rev. H.C. Hicks and Dr. Coates put on an entertainment. By the summer of 1878 it was realised that he was suffering from overwork and ordered to take a holiday on medical grounds. He went to visit his brother John Hicks who worked as agent for Messrs. Woods and Co’s Bank at Alnwick, Northumberland. Shields Gazette and Shipping Telegraph of Wednesday July 17th reports: “A sad case of drowning which has cast a deep gloom over the little sea side village of Alnmouth occurred yesterday afternoon. The two gentlemen (Henry and John) came down from Alnwick on the 5.10pm train to Alnmouth for the purpose of bathing. They immediately took out a boat and pulled out into the sea in front of the sands. Having anchored the boat, they both undressed and the Rev. Hicks
plunged into the sea. Scarcely had he done so when his brother realised he was struggling below the water and hastily jumped in to his assistance. A fishing boat was in the vicinity and the fishermen attracted by the calls of Mr. Hicks for help hastily pulled forward. The drowning man was hastily reached by a grappling hook and brought back into the boat. Animation was completely departed but it was hoped life was not extinct. The body was taken with all speed to the coastguard station and medical assistance telegraphed for from Alnwick there being no medical man in the village”. The Rev. Henry C. Hicks was buried in the Alnwick cemetery on Thursday July 18th 1878. Back in Hucknall expressions of regret were being made by all sections of the community when they heard the sad news and St. John’s church was draped in black. A meeting of parishioners was held in the National School in August and it was unanimously resolved to erect a memorial to him in the shape of a block of buildings for Sunday school purposes. A site between the Board Schools and St. John’s church was chosen; Mr. Fred Gration was entrusted with the plans and a subscription list was opened. People readily responded to the appeal and the building work was soon begun.
Hicks Memorial Schools (right) 1962 Hicks Memorial School was built in the Gothic style with rough Bulwell stone and facings of Ancaster stone. It was hoped to accommodate about 200 children. The estimated cost was expected to be about £400 and the contractors were Messrs. Houldsworth and Green. The stone laying service was held in November 1878. The building, as a church hall, is still providing an extremely useful service for the community of Butlers Hill today. © Maureen Newton
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Rehearsals are doubling up for choir in Diamond Year!
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Additional rehearsals are helping to step up the preparation for the Bestwood Male Voice Choir’s Diamond Jubilee Concert on 23 September 2012 at the Albert Hall Nottingham. Following on from a wonderful exchange visit in May to Rotenburg in Germany, singing the National Anthem on BBC’s Radio 2 Royal Jubilee ”We are Sixty” programme on 3 June and singing in front of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, during the Queen’s visit on 13 June, the choir is now rehearsing hard to fine tune their repertoire for the Diamond Jubilee Concert. Special guests for the concert include BeVox, the truly inspirational and dynamic people’s choir, with over 100 members and David Butterworth on the fabulous Binns Organ. The concert programme will climax with a joint item with Bestwood MVC, BeVox and the Binns Organ, which is guaranteed to ‘lift the roof’!
one of the archivists from Nottinghamshire Archives will be at Hucknall library hosting a free drop-in session. For more info contact Hucknall Library: hucknall.library@nottscc.gov.uk 0115 9632035 or Nottinghamshire Archives: archives@ nottscc.gov.uk or 0115 950 4524
Ravenshead Flower Arranging Group Meet last Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Ravenshead Village Hall. New members and visitors welcome. Contact 01623 454520 for more information. Sept 25th - It’s All Booty - Penny Vincent Oct 30th - The Art Gallery - Clair Bond Nov 27th - Winter Wonderland - Lee Berrill
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Community Diary
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: info@ng5.org.uk ZUMBA with Charmaine! - (Licensed Instructor) Tuesdays 7pm - 8pm at Papplewick and Linby Village Hall. All abilities
welcome. Just turn up! Call/text 07741 448289 for info. Only £4. Easy to follow, burn calories and have FUN FUN FUN!
Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502.
Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting Tues at Five Ways, Valley Rd. Call Derek 962 1932 or derek.cordle@btopenworld.com
Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details
email:bestwoodcountrypark@hotmail.co.uk or visit our discussion forum website at www.bestwood-country-park.co.uk Classic Cars, Bikes & Custom - Likeminded enthusiasts meet at Cafe Janais, Cattle Market, Nott’ham. 2nd & 4th Wed every month. For info call Brian on 07836 794541. Leen Valley Conservation Volunteers - no special skills, training given, variety of interesting sites. Weekdays & weekends, refreshments provided. Tel: Lee Scudder on 07753 850758 or leescudder@hotmail.com Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wednesday and a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: Mike 0115 920 0164 or www.nottinghamroundabaout.co.uk Hucknall Dolls House Group - every 2nd Thursday at Bentinck Conservative Club, 5 Portland Rd, Hucknall from 7 - 9pm. For more info call Sofia on 07790 334540.
Linby Colliery Welfare Ladies Football Club - Wed 6pm - 8pm. Hucknall National School. All age groups. Always looking for new players. Competitive football played on Sun am. Call Carol 07963 820612 or email: carol@linbyfc.co.uk
Adult Education Courses - beginners up to level 1; very small groups. Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Call 0115 884 2749 or email: lisa.saunders@castlecollege.ac.uk
St Johns Ambulance (18+) - Baptist Church, Seymour Rd. Mon 7pm-9pm. Call Mr & Mrs Allcock on 0115 955 9755 Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Primary School, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346.
Hucknall Men’s Probus Club - for retired men.Meet 1st Wed in month at The Horse & Groom, Linby. 12noon. For information contact Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424.
Eric Coates Society - Meets Wednesdays, bi-monthly 7 - 9pm at the Godber Centre. Contact Geoff 0115 9634662 or Peter 0115 953 7393. Actively promoting the life and music of Eric Coates.
Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursdays at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall from 7.15 - 9pm (term time only). Contact 07785 530256.
Enjoy a game of Whist? - then come and join us at 6.30pm on Monday evenings at Papplewick Village Hall. Friendly mixed ability group would welcome new players including beginners. For further details ring 0115 963 4643.
Byron Probus Club (Ravenshead) - spritely old retired codgers meet second and fourth Thursday in month. 12 noon at
Portland College off A60. Contact David Turner 01623 793039.
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
Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet fortnightly from end of September to end of May on a Tuesday afternoon. Further information from Maureen Slack on 01773 786725.
Newstead W.I - meet every 3rd Monday of the month at The Station Hotel, Newstead Village at 7.30pm. All welcome. Come along and try our friendly WI. Further info on 01623 723437. Abbey Gates W.I (Ravenshead) - meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at Ravenshead Village Hall at 7.30pm. New members and visitors always welcome. For further details please phone 01623 793753/01623 793783. Watnall WI - meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Watnall WI Hall, Main Rd, Watnall. For more details call 0115 953 7679. Leenside W.I (Hucknall) - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly. Central Methodist Church Hall at 7.15pm. Ravenshead W.I - meet on the 3rd Wednesday, monthly. 7.45pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Sheepwalk Lane. Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Bestwood Village Community Centre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. To check out our programme of events go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: secretary@bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk
Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents and let the kids play with other Spanish speaking children? Then get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com
Community Diary cont.....
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: info@ng5.org.uk Hucknall Flower Arranging Group - meet on the first Wednesday of each month (exc Dec & Jan). 7.30pm at the John
Godber Centre, Hucknall. New members & visitors always welcome. Contact 0115 963 6894 for more infio. Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423. 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 Janet-0115 9375861. 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. National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Tues in month 7pm-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org Kirkby & District Hiking Club - we are a friendly hiking club who meet every 3rd Sunday for a 9-10 mile hike, mainly Derbyshire. For more info call Brian or Cynthia on 0115 9680813 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. Kimberley Association of Artists - invites new members to attend our weekly meetings at Nat Puri Community Room, Kimberley School, Newdigate St, Kimberley. We meet 7pm til 9pm every Monday (except bank holidays). Contact Ann Wheat on 07944 487278
Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 9pm at the Horse & Groom, Radford Rd, NG7 7EA. No membership fees, no playing fees. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info. Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony with the GCC. 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.
Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tuesday, 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room.
Entrance fee. Refreshments. Sept 25th: Cranio Sacral Therapy - Philip Humphreys & October 23rd - Full Movement Method. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.
Hucknall Heritage Society - meet second Tuesday of the month (except June, July, Aug & Dec). At 7.30pm, Central Methodist Church, Hucknall.
The Greasley Players - is a small friendly drama group. We welcome new members who are interested in acting, set
construction, producing or any aspect of stage craft. If you want to know more please contact us through our website at www.greasleyplayers.co.uk. Our next production takes place 15th to 17th November 2012 (please quote NG MAGS when contacting us). Friends of Moor Pond Wood - Papplewick. A community group involved with woodland management and archaeology along the River Leen. Meets last Wed of the month in Papplewick Village Hall. Non members welcome. Visit: http:// moorpond.papplewick.org/index.html Hucknall Wine Circle - meet 3rd Monday every month at National School, Hucknall at 7.15pm. For more information phone 0115 952 7138. The Nottingham Branch of the Hardy Plant Society - meet on the 2nd Friday monthly (Oct-April) at West Bridgford Community Hall, Church Dr, West Bridgford, NG2 6AY at 7.30pm. Programme of guest speakers. In summer coach trips to inspirational gardens. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:muzb@btinternet.com Torkard Ensemble - Community music group based in Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 standard and above) and a choir. We make beautiful music and raise money for local charities through local concerts. We are always looking for new members, but are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass singers at the moment. Contact us at: jen.beaumont@hotmail.co.uk Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage Society - Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, Blidworth Methodist Chapel. For further information contact the secretary Mrs Dale Smallwood on 01623 479978. Age UK Notts Membership - over 40 social activities a month in and around Nottingham - everything from coffee mornings to table tennis! Call 0115 841 4473 for more information. Rolls Royce Leisure JFC Tues - 6-8pm, Wed - 6-8pm, Thurs -6-9pm. All age groups. Always looking for new players to join our family friendly club playing Sat am/pm & Sun am. Call Andrew on 0750 6040864 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk 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 Judith on 0115 953 1695.
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Success in the National Championships in May has not reduced the Chorus’s desire to expand the interest in its style of singing. As already reported last month they are to hold an open night at their rehearsal on the 19th September, specifically aimed at educating singers in the style, but they would welcome visitors of any gender at any rehearsal if there is a desire to hear them sing. The rehearsal address is Harrington School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ, every Wednesday at 7.15.pm. Those who may wish to see the Chorus perform can do so at the Ladies Association of Barbershop Singers Convention being held at the International Centre, Telford, TF3 4JH over the weekend of the 26th – 28th October, 2012. The Chorus are performing in the Saturday evening show which starts at 7.30pm. It will include the top Ladies Barbershop Chorus along with both male and female quartets. Anyone requiring entertainment should contact Peter on 01530243822 or e-mail publicity.gcc@gmail.com. Any number of singers can be provided from four to forty. Fees are negotiable. Quality is guaranteed. For enquiries regarding sponsorship contact Mitch on 07866519837 or e-mail as above. To find out more about the Chorus visit the website www.grandcentralchorus.com
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Diamond Celebrations
There was great excitement when members of the Nottinghamshire branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild were asked to exhibit their textile art at Vernon Park for the Royal visit. Like the Queen, the Nottinghamshire Branch of the Guild is celebrating its Diamond Anniversary this year. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge came to see the display and Eileen Tilley presented the Duchess with a textile posy trimmed with lace and a lace butterfly. Many people at the event enjoyed seeing the varied work of the group on display. Some members are new to embroidery; others have been members of the Guild for over 25 years. The group meets monthly in the city centre and there is usually a speaker. The topics are very varied and it is fascinating to see the work of others and hear of what inspired them. This year they look forward to talks about using recycled materials, lace and the recreation of Lady Peacocks dress. Some of the members go to Sherwood Community centre for weekly evening classes and/or a monthly workshop. The Embroiderers’ Guild is a registered charity. There are many other activities and events in the region that members can enjoy. This friendly group meet at the Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood Street on the first Tuesday of the month at 1-30pm. If you have a love of and an interest in textiles why not come along? Visitors are very welcome. For more information contact - Judith Hanley: Tel - 0115 9531695 Email - tedjudyhanley@ntlworld.com Web site http://www.emreg.org.uk/branches/ nottinghamshire
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Ballroom Dance Night
The Henley Farrell Big Band Cotgrave Welfare Club Woodview, Cotgrave, NG12 3PJ
Saturday 6th October Saturday 3rd November Doors open 7:00pm
Music for dancing 7:30pm - 10:30pm Tickets £7 on the door
The Dover Beck Flower Club
Burton Joyce Village Hall 7.30pm - £4 for visitors - All welcome Sept 20th -’Autumn Inspirations’ - June Borrowdale Oct 18th - In the midst of..’- Diane Fair Nov 15th - ‘Jingle All The Way’ - David Fawcett-Ropner For more information and tickets please call 0115
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Papplewick and Linby Village Hall Papplewick and Linby Village Hall is nestled between the picturesque villages of Papplewick and Linby in Nottingham. We are able to offer an attractive, affordable venue which is ideal for catering for any of the following type of events:
Wedding Receptions • Children’s Parties • Meetings Birthday or Anniversary Parties • Community Events etc. The Village Hall comprises of the Evelyn Gray Hall, which has a capacity of 200 and the Bradbury Suite, a comfortable lounge/bar area with a capacity of 50. There is also a well equipped kitchen, plenty of parking and a cleaning package which will allow you to relax and enjoy your evening.
We look forward to helping you host your special event. To arrange a viewing or to discuss your requirements, please call 07817 649643 or email
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