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<strong>Sept</strong>ember/<strong>Oct</strong>ober <strong>2021</strong><br />
WIN<br />
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3 x £100 Go Ape vouchers<br />
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inside for details!<br />
LASTING<br />
ROMANCE<br />
10 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £21.73 SQ YD<br />
(£25.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £16.71 SQ YD<br />
(£19.99 SQ METRE)<br />
Isense Velvet<br />
Collection<br />
20 yr WEAR WARRANTY<br />
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NOW £16.71 SQ YD<br />
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10 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
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(£17.99 SQ METRE)<br />
INVICTUS<br />
COLLECTION<br />
15 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £18.38 SQ YD<br />
(£21.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £12.53 SQ YD<br />
(£14.99 SQ METRE)<br />
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EAST MIDLAND<br />
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LASTING<br />
ROMANCE<br />
10 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £21.73 SQ YD<br />
(£25.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £16.71 SQ YD<br />
(£19.99 SQ METRE)<br />
Isense Velvet<br />
Collection<br />
20 yr WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £22.56 SQ YD<br />
(£26.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £16.71 SQ YD<br />
(£19.99 SQ METRE)<br />
STAINFREE<br />
ULTRA TWIST<br />
10 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £20.05 SQ YD<br />
(£23.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £15.04 SQ YD<br />
(£17.99 SQ METRE)<br />
£100 meal<br />
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Quaser Elite Parties<br />
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STAINFREE<br />
RUSTIQUE<br />
10 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £16.71 SQ YD<br />
(£19.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £12.53 SQ YD<br />
(£14.99 SQ METRE)<br />
INVICTUS<br />
COLLECTION<br />
15 yr STAIN/WEAR WARRANTY<br />
WAS £18.38 SQ YD<br />
(£21.99 SQ METRE)<br />
NOW £12.53 SQ YD<br />
(£14.99 SQ METRE)<br />
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Welcome<br />
We hope you are all having a great summer.<br />
Ours has involved lots of eating and drinking<br />
(as usual). I guess we are making up for lost<br />
time!<br />
This month we have some amazing<br />
competitions. You could win a Brew Experience<br />
for two. This fab prize includes lunch and dinner<br />
and plenty of beer tasting!<br />
If swinging through the forest, Tarzan style,<br />
is your thing, we also have 3 X £100 Go Ape<br />
vouchers up for grabs, but you need to be in it to<br />
win it. Good luck!!!<br />
One of our favourite new food trends is for<br />
lovely sharing platters - there are some great<br />
businesses out there who will also deliver<br />
them. We love this idea, so this month we have<br />
attempted to make our own. Check out the<br />
recipe pages for some inspiration.<br />
Happy reading<br />
Ali , Cat & Sarah<br />
To advertise call 0115 926 9777 or email:<br />
sarah@ngmagazines.org.uk<br />
You can read this magazine online at: ngmagazines.org.uk<br />
Contents<br />
Eat, drink and be merry 10<br />
Recipe pages 16-17<br />
Kids - Learn and play 18<br />
Kids diary 18-19<br />
Crossword puzzle 21<br />
Business and professional 24<br />
A helping hand when you need it 28<br />
Helping Hand group directory 34-36<br />
Sudoku puzzle 37<br />
Looking good, feeling great 38<br />
Pets and their people 41<br />
Home and garden 44<br />
For sale 48<br />
Free time and what to do with it 76<br />
Music roundup 78-79<br />
Community diary 80-84<br />
Useful information 86<br />
Puzzle solutions 86<br />
Index/List of advertisers 87<br />
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Sticky Cleaner<br />
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Lettuce Spinner<br />
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Why did the fi sh blush?<br />
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Graze boxes, sharing platters, nibbles –<br />
whatever you like to call them, these tasty,<br />
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the rage at the minute.<br />
There are loads of great local businesses that<br />
can deliver wonderful, ready made boxes<br />
for you to tuck into but if you fancy making<br />
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A bit of planning is essential. The size of<br />
your platter will depend on how many you<br />
are feeding. The ingredients will depend<br />
on whether you have veggies, vegans or all<br />
meat eaters. The contents will depend on the<br />
time of year and the event. You could have a<br />
theme like Mediterranean, round-the-world or<br />
traditional ploughmans.<br />
We would recommend a mix of homemade<br />
and shop bought produce – because let’s face<br />
it, life is too short!<br />
Try to keep it as bright as possible – with<br />
contrasting colours next to each other. Think<br />
about textures. You want some crunch as<br />
well as some soft (bread sticks next to a dip).<br />
As for fl avours, if you have spicy food fans<br />
then add some chilli jam, spicy sausage and<br />
Mexican cheese. For those who prefer things<br />
mild, add some traditional chutney and some<br />
mild soft cheese.<br />
Fruit is always a nice touch. Chopped<br />
strawberries, green and red grapes,<br />
blueberries, fi gs and kumquats all look<br />
amazing and go well with savoury.<br />
The recipes opposite are all easy and quick<br />
to make and will add a personal touch to your<br />
platter. Have a go, let your imagination run<br />
wild – and send us a photo!<br />
Ali Wale<br />
For our platter<br />
(pictured left)<br />
we used:<br />
Strawberries, Medjool<br />
dates, Mikado chocolate<br />
sticks, walnuts,<br />
homemade chilli jam,<br />
homemade salsa,<br />
homemade hummus,<br />
carrot and celery sticks,<br />
garlic and herb goats<br />
cheese, stilton, sourdough<br />
crackers, breadsticks<br />
wrapped in Parma ham,<br />
sliced chorizo and salami,<br />
green olives, grapes,<br />
cherry tomatoes and<br />
chorizo sticks.<br />
We served warm feta<br />
soda bread in a basket<br />
on the side.
Quick Salsa<br />
400g tin chopped tomatoes<br />
½ small red onion – finely<br />
chopped<br />
1 clove garlic – grated<br />
Splash of wine vinegar<br />
Juice of ½ lime<br />
½ green chilli – finely chopped<br />
(optional)<br />
2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander<br />
Pinch sugar<br />
Salt & pepper to taste<br />
Method<br />
Using a sieve – drain the tomatoes<br />
from the juice (save this for<br />
another recipe). Use a spoon to<br />
push the juice through the sieve.<br />
In a bowl mix all the ingredients<br />
together. Season to taste and<br />
store in the fridge until needed.<br />
Only add chilli if you want a really<br />
spicy salsa.<br />
Really Easy<br />
Hummus<br />
400g tin chickpeas – drained &<br />
rinsed<br />
2 tbsp tahini paste<br />
4 cloves garlic<br />
Juice of 1 x lemon<br />
1 tsp ground cumin<br />
6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil<br />
Plenty of salt to taste<br />
Method<br />
Place the chickpeas in a food<br />
processor (you could mash them<br />
if you don’t have one). Add all the<br />
other ingredients and whizz until<br />
well blended. It’s important to keep<br />
tasting and add extra salt and lemon<br />
juice if necessary. Make it to your<br />
taste. If it’s too stiff , add a splash<br />
of water. To serve, sprinkle with<br />
paprika and olive oil.<br />
This recipe is easy to adapt –<br />
sometimes we add chilli powder or<br />
a couple of roasted red peppers<br />
(peeled). You could add some<br />
coriander and more lemon. The<br />
possibilities are endless.<br />
Feta Soda Bread<br />
200g plain flour (+ extra for<br />
dusting)<br />
200g wholemeal flour<br />
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda<br />
1 tsp sea salt<br />
1 bunch chives – snipped into<br />
small pieces<br />
100g feta – crumbled<br />
200g natural yogurt<br />
100ml milk<br />
2 tsp herbs (thyme or za’atar<br />
work well)<br />
Method<br />
Heat oven to 200°C. We used a cast<br />
iron 24cm lidded casserole dish. You<br />
could use a baking sheet.<br />
Place the fl ours in a bowl along with<br />
the bicarb of soda, salt, chives and<br />
cheese. Mix the yogurt and milk<br />
together in a jug and add to the dry<br />
mix, bringing it all together. You may<br />
need to add a bit more milk. You are<br />
looking for an elastic dough, not too<br />
sticky. Place on a fl oured surface<br />
and shape it into a round. Dust the<br />
base of the casserole/baking sheet<br />
with fl our.<br />
Place the dough in the casserole/<br />
on the baking sheet. Deeply score<br />
the top into 4 x quarters. Brush with<br />
milk. Place lid on (if using) and bake<br />
for 30 mins. Then take lid off and<br />
bake for another 10. The top should<br />
be nicely browned and the bottom<br />
should sound hollow when tapped.<br />
On a baking tray it should take about<br />
40 mins. Serve hot with butter.
Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thurs: 7.15 - 9pm at National<br />
Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall. All ages welcome.<br />
Contact 07785 530256.<br />
Hucknall Boys Brigade & Girls Association - fun,<br />
games & adventure for ages 5-11yrs. Thurs evenings at Hucknall<br />
Central Methodist Church. 18thbb@gmail.com for more info.<br />
Hucknall Sports YCFC - always need new players, from<br />
U8’s to U18’s. Well established club (est.1977) provides<br />
organised junior football with qualified FA coaches in a safe<br />
& friendly manner on both Sat & Sundays. Contact www.<br />
hucknallsports.com or ring 0115 9521122 for further info.<br />
If you run a group or club for kids and you want it<br />
publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is<br />
not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free.<br />
All other groups pay just £5.50+vat per edition (under 150<br />
characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115<br />
9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk<br />
2nd Hucknall Scout Group - Mon: 6.30-8pm (Cubs),<br />
Wed: 6-7.15pm (Beavers), Fri: 7.30-9.30pm (Scouts). For<br />
more info please contact Duncan Stagg 07484 126483<br />
(meet at scout hut behind John Godber Centre)<br />
Applegarth Day Nursery - Robey Close, Linby, <strong>NG15</strong><br />
8AA. Open Mon-Fri: 7.15am - 6.15pm. Exceptional care for<br />
children, ages 6 weeks - 5 yrs & wrap around care for 8 local<br />
schools. OFSTED - GOOD. For further details please call<br />
0115 963 1296 or visit www.applegarthdaynursery.co.uk<br />
Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) - The<br />
Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 13-18yrs.<br />
Wed: 7pm - 9pm.<br />
Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills:<br />
fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport,<br />
BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs.<br />
For more info visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest<br />
Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645<br />
Edgewood Judo Club - meet Fridays at 6pm at The<br />
Grove, Hucknall United Reformed Church, Farleys Grove,<br />
Hucknall, <strong>NG15</strong> 6FG. For details call 0115 952 1346.<br />
Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Nottinghamshire HQ -<br />
0115 987 7220.<br />
Hucknall Mini’s Basketball - Hucknall Leisure Centre.<br />
Tues 7-8pm (7-10yrs) & 8-9pm (11-12yrs). £2.50. Call Adam<br />
McGrory on 0773 2211696.<br />
Hucknall Pre-school playgroup - Baptist Church,<br />
Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open Mon/Tue & Fri 9am - 3pm. Wed/<br />
Thur 9am - 12pm. For more info call 07544 510610.<br />
Hucknall Sports YCFC Soccer School - fun<br />
environment for 4 to 6yr boys & girls. Now outside at The<br />
New Wigwam, Kenbrook Rd, off Paplewick Lane, Hucknall,<br />
<strong>NG15</strong> 8HR. From 9.30am til 11am Sat & Sun mornings.<br />
Contact Alwyn Sears 07748 842156 or Derek Day 0115<br />
9521122 or visit www.hucknallsports.com for more info.<br />
Hucknall BABES Breastfeeding Group - Sure Start<br />
Centre, Broomhill Rd, every Mon:1pm - 2.45pm. An informal<br />
group for breastfeeding mothers & mothers-to-be who<br />
would like info & support on breastfeeding.<br />
Hucknall Bumps & Babies – Mon: 10am to 12pm at<br />
Watnall Road Community Centre.<br />
Kids Club - Thurs (term time) 5.30pm - 6.45pm at the<br />
Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, <strong>NG15</strong> 7HJ.<br />
Suitable for ages 5+. For more info call 0115 963 4881.<br />
little signers club online! - using sign language<br />
to communicate with your pre-verbal baby. Remove the<br />
frustration and the need for tears. Find out more: hannah@<br />
littlesignersclub.co.uk or Facebook @ Little Signers Club;<br />
North Nottingham<br />
Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing?<br />
NBC rehearses in Daybrook Baptist Church, Mansfield Rd,<br />
Daybrook, Wed - 6.15-8pm. Visit our website:<br />
www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or drop in on a rehearsal.<br />
Nottingham Youth Band - if you’re 8yrs+ and play a<br />
woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to Grade 2 or<br />
above, come along & try out our Youth Band. Rehearsals are<br />
Tues (NYB West Bridgford) & Thurs (NYB Beeston). For more<br />
info call 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org<br />
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Notts County Ladies Development Football Club<br />
- new players wanted to strengthen our successful squads<br />
from U9s (year 3). Junior teams compete in the Notts Girls<br />
& Ladies Football League. Join us for a training session<br />
on Wed: 6-8pm at National Cof E Academy, Hucknall.<br />
For more info call Carol: 07963 820612/secretary@<br />
nottscountyladiesfc.co.uk<br />
Nottingham Outlaws BMX Club - run coaching<br />
sessions Sat: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/<br />
Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX racing. For<br />
more info:email@nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or<br />
facebook: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www.<br />
nottinghamoutlaws.com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell.<br />
Nottingham Junior & Girls’ Voices & Nottingham<br />
Youth Choir - choirs for children 7-21yrs. Rehearsals<br />
take place Tues (term time) 6.15pm - 7.30pm (Junior &<br />
Girls’ Voices) & 7.30pm-9pm (Youth Choir) at Nottingham<br />
Emmanuel School. For more info call 0115 958 9312 or<br />
admin@music-for-everyone.org<br />
Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham,<br />
NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: nottinghamseacadets@live.<br />
co.uk W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs<br />
eves 7pm - 9.15pm.<br />
NOTTINGHAM Triathlon Club - Do you love to swim,<br />
bike and run or just want to get fitter? Then why not join our<br />
family triathlon club for adults and juniors aged 8+. Based at<br />
Bingham, Harvey Hadden and Bestwood. To find our more<br />
contact: hello@nottinghamtri.com<br />
Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - outdoor at<br />
Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Road, Bestwood Village, NG6<br />
8UN. Mondays & Fridays 6.30pm - 7.30pm, April - <strong>Oct</strong>ober.<br />
Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663.<br />
Oceans of Fun Indoor Soft Play Centre - Spring St,<br />
Hucknall - suitable for 0-11yrs. Open 7 days. Comfy area for<br />
adults & cafe. Parties from £6.60 per child. Outdoor play<br />
area with seating. Free car park. See www.oceansoffun.<br />
co.uk or call 0115 963 3961 for more info.<br />
Parent & Toddler Group - Mon (term time) from 9.30am<br />
- 11.30am at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St,<br />
<strong>NG15</strong> 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881.<br />
Papplewick Pre-School Group - Papplewick Village<br />
Hall, <strong>NG15</strong> 8FB. Session times: 9am-3pm Mon-Fri (term time<br />
only). Breakfast club from 8am Mon-Fri. We are a forest<br />
school setting. For more info call Kelly on: 0115 963 4913 or<br />
email: papplewickpreschool@gmail.com<br />
Ravenshead Pre-School Playgroup - Swinton Rise,<br />
Ravenshead. Open 9am - 3.15pm Mon-Fri, term-time only.<br />
Learning through play for children 2-5years. OFSTED-GOOD.<br />
Funded sessions available. For further details call 01623<br />
490707 or visit: www.ravensheadpreschoolplaygroup.co.uk<br />
Rolls Royce Soccer School - for 5 to 7 yr old boys &<br />
girls every Sun:10 til 12pm. Watnall Road, Hucknall. Contact<br />
head coach John Cheetham on 07920 154129 or www.<br />
rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk<br />
Rolls Royce Leisure JFC - Mon 6-7pm, Tues - 6-8pm,<br />
Wed - 6-8pm, Thurs -6-9pm. All age groups. Always looking<br />
for new players to join our family friendly club playing Sat<br />
am/pm & Sun am. Call John on 07920 154129 or www.<br />
rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk<br />
St John’s Ambulance Cadets - (10-18yrs) Tues at 6.30 -<br />
8.00pm approx. Seymour Road Baptist Church.<br />
Tumble Tots - Britain’s leading National Active Physical<br />
Play Programme for children from crawling to 7 years. Visit<br />
www.tumbletots.com/nottingham for details.<br />
Who Let The Dads Out?- group for dads, grandads or<br />
male carers and their children aged 0-10yrs. Meet every 4th<br />
Sat from 10-11.30am at West Hucknall Baptist Church. For<br />
more info email: wltdohucknall@outlook.com<br />
Join Leen Mills Primary<br />
School, we are a friendly<br />
primary school in Hucknall.<br />
Everyone is valued, nurtured and<br />
respected. Everyone is a learner.<br />
Everyone is an achiever.<br />
Together we make Leen Mills<br />
LEEN MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL<br />
Leen Mills Lane, Hucknall<br />
Nottingham <strong>NG15</strong> 8BZ<br />
Head Teacher: Russell Tew<br />
Tel: 0115 953 6688<br />
Email: office@leenmills.notts.sch.uk<br />
www.leenmillsprimary.co.uk<br />
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hillside school<br />
children raise funds for<br />
defibrillator<br />
literacy volunteers needed!<br />
by Literacy Volunteers<br />
by Hillside Primary & Nursery School<br />
HELP IMPROVE A<br />
CHILD’S LITERACY AND<br />
COMMUNICATION IN A<br />
LOCAL PRIMARY SCHOOL<br />
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS<br />
ENJOY MAKING A DIFFERENCE<br />
Enjoy a volunteering role that is<br />
Literacy Volunteers transforming the lives of children.<br />
work with children<br />
1-1 in schools to<br />
Just half a day a week commitment<br />
develop a love of<br />
from you can make all the difference<br />
reading and open doors in a child’s life. It’s fun for everyone.<br />
for life-long achievement<br />
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT<br />
dawn.claypole@literacyvolunteers.org.uk<br />
Children at Hillside Primary and Nursery School<br />
in Hucknall have been raising money for a<br />
defibrillator to be located on the school gates<br />
following their work on a ‘Healthy Hearts’ topic.<br />
Their ‘Healthy Hearts’ topic looked at the form and<br />
function of hearts and how to keep them healthy<br />
and as part of their work, children also held a virtual<br />
meeting with a gentleman who suffers from a heart<br />
condition to learn more.<br />
Charged with the planning and fundraising were<br />
Hillside Primary and Nursery School’s Year 6 children,<br />
who organised a series of events to raise the £1000<br />
necessary for the lifesaving kit.<br />
Now the school says its running total for the<br />
fundraising has doubled the original target and is<br />
currently at £2300 allowing children to fund a second<br />
defibrillator to serve the Hucknall community. On<br />
hearing about children’s efforts, Nottinghamshire<br />
Fire and Rescue Service donated a defibrillator case<br />
to the school.<br />
Pupil Lewis Boothby (Yr6) said, “We have planned a<br />
few events including a whole school fun day where<br />
you pay £1 to wear the clothes you want, and also an<br />
obstacle course for everyone to have a go at.”<br />
Hillside Primary & Nursery School have set up<br />
a Just Giving page at: https://justgiving.com/<br />
crowdfunding/hillsideyear6 for anyone wishing to<br />
contribute to the effort.<br />
Literacy Volunteers<br />
Registered Charity No. 1167357 Literacy Volunteers<br />
www.literacyvolunteers.org.uk<br />
Volunteers are needed to help primary school<br />
children with their reading and communication<br />
skills.<br />
Volunteers read and play word games with selected<br />
children on a one-to-one basis away from the<br />
classroom, to give them confidence and help them<br />
enjoy reading and communicating. Volunteers need<br />
to be able to commit to visiting a local school on<br />
the same morning or afternoon each week (for at<br />
least a year) and their own transport would be an<br />
advantage but is not essential. They do not need any<br />
formal qualifications – training and ongoing support<br />
is provided. Volunteers should like children, enjoy<br />
reading, be patient, flexible and reliable. Volunteers<br />
will be vetted through the Disclosure and Barring<br />
Service.<br />
If you are interested in this rewarding and fun role,<br />
please visit their website for more information www.<br />
literacyvolunteers.org.uk or ring 0115 876 5474 or<br />
email contact@literacyvolunteers.org.uk.<br />
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Musical Theatre in Ravenshead<br />
.... Is your child aged between 5-12 years? Do they<br />
have a passion for singing, dancing, and acting? Are<br />
you looking to build their confidence levels?<br />
If so, then why not get them to join New Youth<br />
Theatre for their production of “Peter Pan”<br />
Classes for Ravenshead are run on Wednesday Evenings at The Centre at St<br />
Peter’s, 55 Sheepwalk Lane, <strong>NG15</strong> 9FD<br />
Visit us on www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/nottingham<br />
Call Neil or Vicky on 01623 406284 or email nottingham@newyouththeatre.co.uk to<br />
arrange a free taster session or for more information. Rehearsals start <strong>Sept</strong>ember <strong>2021</strong><br />
Crossword (answers on useful info page)<br />
1 2 3 4<br />
5 6 7 8<br />
9<br />
10 11 12<br />
13<br />
14 15 16 17<br />
18<br />
19 20<br />
21 22<br />
Across<br />
5 Strangle (8)<br />
7 Defeat (4)<br />
9 Style of painting (13)<br />
10 Stage whisper (5)<br />
11 As a rule (7)<br />
14 Part of town (7)<br />
16 Penniless (5)<br />
19 Culinary measure (13)<br />
21 Serpents (4)<br />
22 Performs surgery (8)<br />
Down<br />
1 Longest English river (6)<br />
2 Hallway (8)<br />
3 Most creepy (7)<br />
4 Paradise (4)<br />
6 Protruding tooth (4)<br />
8 Agave fibre (5)<br />
12 Its capital is Little Rock (8)<br />
13 Cafe (7)<br />
15 Mountain range (5)<br />
17 Sickness (6)<br />
18 Fail or misplace (4)<br />
20 Speech defect (4)<br />
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Football almost came home<br />
the eve of the European Championship football<br />
final. We were all quite excited to put it mildly but<br />
it turned out not to be the win we all dreamed of<br />
despite Luke Shaw’s brilliant goal in the opening<br />
minutes. But, all told, it was a great experience and<br />
to a final. And up to that point, for me, that was the<br />
greatest tournament performance I had seen.<br />
Power forward to today and my kids now think that<br />
this level of football is expected from an England fan.<br />
tournament performances over the years. They<br />
Watching England play in a major tournament final<br />
was quite a big deal in our house. Personally I was<br />
delighted to see England get this far in a tournament.<br />
Over the last few decades it’s been a bit hit and miss.<br />
I told my kids this but I don’t think they really believed<br />
me. I told them they have been spoilt for football with<br />
England in the last few years as they have now got to<br />
a semi-final in the World Cup and now a final in the<br />
European Championships.<br />
moments of World Cup glory (I’m looking at you Italia<br />
tournaments. I think the first European Championship<br />
I remember watching was in 1988 when the<br />
Netherlands won it and Marco Van Basten scored<br />
what can only be described as a bit of a belter against<br />
Russia in the final. England’s own Captain Marvel<br />
shoulder injury, which seemed to rule him out of<br />
‘90’s. My best friend and I were so enamoured by the<br />
Netherlands that we spent many school lunch breaks<br />
bullet header past the despairing Renat Dasyaev. And<br />
because we were complete football nerds we decided<br />
your dad).<br />
I can categorically say that there was a tournament<br />
that made an indelible impression on me and<br />
probably every other England fan of that era. It was<br />
my last summer before University, Brit Pop was just<br />
around the corner, and we had a football team that<br />
scored that incredible goal against Scotland, we<br />
thumped the Netherlands and got desperately close<br />
it happened. And they love it. My son is obsessed<br />
with football, while my daughter can take it or leave<br />
it. But she watched all the recent England games and<br />
a fair few more besides. She drew Austria in a class<br />
sweepstake and was genuinely interested in their<br />
lack of progress.<br />
One of the benefits to watching these sorts of<br />
tournaments is seeing how the kids take it all in.<br />
Whilst my son is a walking rolodex of stats and<br />
work out how to pronounce the names of North<br />
Macedonian midfield. And we don’t replay the games<br />
with Subbuteo (seriously, it was massive back in the<br />
day), we recreate tournaments on the FIFA video<br />
game instead. And it’s a bit weird when you think<br />
about the whole concept: I’m not remotely interested<br />
born here, or even at all so to get obsessed by a flag<br />
or an indeterminate patch of ground is frankly absurd.<br />
But I do take pride in the performance of our sports<br />
teams, and I understand how that may come across<br />
So we sat down to watch the final as a family, our<br />
fingers were well and truly crossed. The start was<br />
worse when you experience it through your children.<br />
When Rashford and Sancho came on I fatefully joked<br />
to my son that one of them would probably miss a<br />
penalty as Man United always seem to offer up some<br />
form of scapegoated player in a major tournament.<br />
they won’t forget in a hurry.<br />
And we’re already looking<br />
forward to next years World<br />
say the least!<br />
Edging into my forties, I’m a wrangler of two young children who are either going to keep me<br />
eternally young or drive me to an early grave. I’ll be sharing some of my experiences of parenthood<br />
and my terrible attempts at staying relevant!<br />
noonelikessubtitles@gmail.com Dominic Murray
MONKEYING<br />
AROUND AT GO APE<br />
Go Ape in Nottingham is based at<br />
Sherwood Pines and they offer 4<br />
different tree top activities based<br />
on your age and ability. The Treetop<br />
Challenge (£34) aimed at adults<br />
and the more adventurous children<br />
(10+) over 1.4m. The Treetop Adventure<br />
Plus (£24) an extension of<br />
the Treetop Adventure for older kids<br />
over 1m. The Treetop Adventure<br />
(£19) that is suitable for challenging<br />
grown up kids over 1.2m and<br />
The Nets Adventure (£19) which is<br />
tree houses, netted walkways and<br />
bouncy nets full of inflatable balls,<br />
all high above the forest floor.<br />
Go Ape is open for tree swinging<br />
adventures every day of the week<br />
throughout the year and we chose<br />
to visit them on a Tuesday for their<br />
last session of the day which is 3pm.<br />
I took the whole family along for<br />
a tree climbing, swinging and zip<br />
trekking Treetop Challenge, including<br />
grandad, teenagers and Harry<br />
aged 10, all of whom should feel at<br />
home swinging through the trees.<br />
Our session started with a safety<br />
briefing, being strapped into a harness<br />
and then practicing using the<br />
safety equipment, clipping onto the<br />
safety lines and swapping from one<br />
obstacle to another.<br />
WIN 1 of 3 x £100<br />
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Win a brew experience day for 2 guests<br />
valued at £170 including breakfast, lunch, a full<br />
experience day and tasters of all the beers on site.<br />
DEADLINE<br />
30TH NOVEMBER<br />
<strong>2021</strong><br />
Just answer the following question:<br />
How many days of the week<br />
are Go Ape open?<br />
After this we were set free to traverse<br />
the course by ourselves. We<br />
climbed a ladder up into the tree<br />
tops and then decided which out of<br />
two routes to take. The trails involve<br />
crawling through barrel type tunnels,<br />
edging along tightrope wires,<br />
stepping across wooden slats, zip<br />
wires to the ground and much,<br />
much more. My favourite and scariest<br />
moment was swinging across<br />
into a cargo net after dropping a<br />
few feet first. The whole experience<br />
was great for someone like me who<br />
was determined to fight my fear of<br />
heights and have a fun day out with<br />
the family.<br />
The whole adventure from start<br />
to finish lasted about 3 hours and<br />
was a fantastic day out with lots of<br />
laughs and monkeying around.<br />
Did you know that the Go Ape idea<br />
was dreamed up by Tris and Becs<br />
back in 2001 when they were on<br />
holiday in France and came across<br />
a family swinging through the trees.<br />
They saw how much fun they were<br />
all having and came up with the<br />
idea of Go Ape. Thanks Tris and<br />
Becs we loved our adventure.<br />
For more information and to<br />
book your adventure visit:<br />
www.goape.co.uk<br />
Sherwood Pines Forest Park,<br />
Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire,<br />
NG21 9JH<br />
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now freedom day<br />
has come and gone...<br />
by Helen Jones<br />
As I write, we are a few weeks past Freedom Day and<br />
the easing of many restrictions which have dominated<br />
life over the past eighteen months or so.<br />
Employers are now able to dictate that staff should<br />
return to their places of work as WFH is no longer<br />
the requirement. However, research has shown that<br />
almost 75% of workers would like the flexibility of<br />
remote working to continue in some format. Many are<br />
anxious about the return to work and if employers aren’t<br />
sensitive to this shift then it could adversely affect staff<br />
engagement, wellbeing, recruitment and retention.<br />
Worryingly nearly a quarter of SME owners responding<br />
to a survey revealed that they would not be consulting<br />
with their employees on their return to the workplace<br />
policies.<br />
I have advocated in my articles many times for better<br />
mental health support for staff. Coronaphobia* has<br />
taken many different forms during the pandemic<br />
therefore any steps to relieve anxiety in people returning<br />
to work must be a big consideration. Even smaller<br />
companies with limited resources can access free<br />
guidance online with helping employees cope with<br />
changes. MIND the mental health charity has a number<br />
of free Wellness Action Plans.<br />
As life becomes busier again it’s imperative that<br />
communication is maintained in order to make the<br />
transition back to normality easier. Speak to your line<br />
manager about your fears and concerns and if you are<br />
a business owner LISTEN. When the pressure is on to<br />
increase revenue after the pandemic has eased it would<br />
be business suicide not to listen to the workers who are<br />
needed to reach those targets.<br />
*Coronaphobia has been defined as “an excessive<br />
triggered response of fear of contracting the virus<br />
causing COVID-19, leading to accompanied excessive<br />
concern over physiological symptoms, significant<br />
stress about personal and occupational loss, increased<br />
reassurance and safety seeking behaviours, and<br />
avoidance of public places and situations, causing<br />
marked impairment in daily life functioning.”<br />
MIND are online at www. mind.org.uk or call 0300 123<br />
3393<br />
congratulations to all our<br />
lucky competition winners!<br />
by NG Magazines<br />
Earlier this year we celebrated 15 years in<br />
business with a massive 15 prize competition.<br />
From chocolates to picnic baskets, vouchers<br />
to flowers there were some great prizes and we<br />
would like to thank all our lovely sponsors for their<br />
generous donations.<br />
We also had a very generous competition to win<br />
tickets to the Notts Maze and outdoor cinema<br />
tickets.<br />
Thank you to those of you that entered these great<br />
competitions, and the winners are:<br />
Notts Maize Maze Family Ticket<br />
Despoina, S Needham, S Ellis, K Walsh, P Biggs, C<br />
Dawson, K Jones, E Hardman, P Lacey & J Bird<br />
Outdoor Sunset Cinema Family Ticket<br />
T Sansom, D White, P Lacey & J Yeomans<br />
15 Prizes for 15 Readers<br />
C Mayfield, S Ellis, L Houghton, L Woodhouse, J<br />
Pring, S Dang, J Charlesworth, H Butler, C Andrews,<br />
C Murphey, M Wrightson, L Thompson, G Wilson, B<br />
Romaniw & G Holman<br />
We would like to thank B2B Events for the maze and<br />
cinema tickets.<br />
Every month we run at least two competitions with<br />
great prizes but you need to be in it to win it, so get<br />
entering!!!<br />
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YOUR LOCAL<br />
BEAT TEAMS<br />
HUCKNALL<br />
District Commander for<br />
Ashfield<br />
Inspector Mark Dickson<br />
Neighbourhood Policing Sgt<br />
Sgt 2399 Colin Morley<br />
PC 3388 Steve Read<br />
Phone: 310 3388<br />
PCSO 4891 James Walters<br />
Phone: 310 4891<br />
PCSO 8008 Simon Gazzard<br />
Phone: ext 310 8008<br />
PC 4526 Ebony Robinson<br />
Phone: 310 4526<br />
Nottinghamshire Police leading the way as crime<br />
plummets<br />
The overall fall in crime recorded in<br />
Nottinghamshire was way ahead of<br />
the national average and only bettered<br />
only by the City of London Police –<br />
which covers just a square mile of the<br />
capital.<br />
New national statistics, recently<br />
released, show robberies, burglaries,<br />
knife crime and other serious offences<br />
all plummeted, marking a sustained<br />
drop which started well before the<br />
impact of the pandemic.<br />
abundance of community intelligence.<br />
Many drugs operations were carried<br />
out by the force’s 12 different Operation<br />
Reacher teams in addition to the force<br />
Serious and Organised Crime Taskforce.<br />
Chief Constable Craig Guildford said:<br />
“Today’s figures confirm the continuation<br />
of some extremely positive trends<br />
witnessed before the start of the<br />
pandemic. I am delighted not only that<br />
we are out-performing almost every other<br />
force in the country, but also that some<br />
of the biggest falls have been reported in<br />
areas where we have taken the decision<br />
to invest in specialist teams of front-line<br />
officers and detectives.<br />
PCSO 4814 Rachel Swinney<br />
Phone: ext 310 4814<br />
PCSO 1655 Steven Timperley<br />
Phone: 310 1655<br />
PC 2711 Rich Howell<br />
Phone: 310 4456<br />
CALVERTON,<br />
RAVENSHEAD &<br />
VILLAGES<br />
Neighbourhood Policing Insp.<br />
Inspector Chris Pearson<br />
Neighbourhood Policing Sgt<br />
PS 2581 Neil Langham<br />
Team no: 101 ext: 318 9719<br />
PC 2280 Christopher Whild<br />
101 ext: 811 6604<br />
PCSO 4764 Kirsty Szeluk<br />
Tel: 101 ext: 853 4161<br />
Continued investment in specialist<br />
policing teams and more officers helped<br />
the force to record an overall annual fall<br />
in crime of 21% – comfortably ahead of<br />
the national average of 14%.<br />
The new figures, released by the Office<br />
for National Statistics, show 22,239<br />
fewer offences were recorded in the 12<br />
months to April <strong>2021</strong>.<br />
Burglaries fell by 34%, robberies by 36%<br />
and theft offences by 33% and serious<br />
sexual offences saw a significant<br />
reduction too.<br />
Offences of violence with injury fell by<br />
25% and knife crime by 15%, as officers<br />
continued with a raft of proactive<br />
initiatives in pursuing those who cause<br />
communities most harm and preventing<br />
offences.<br />
The force’s own figures for the same<br />
period showed trafficking in controlled<br />
drugs saw an 11% increase, a credible<br />
and much welcomed result based upon<br />
sustained targeting of dealers and an<br />
“Our two knife crime teams are now out<br />
and about every day in locations across<br />
the county and our network of Operation<br />
Reacher teams have been causing drug<br />
dealers and other criminals sleepless<br />
nights with a relentless series of early<br />
morning raids. They have now notched<br />
up more than 500 different raids and will<br />
continue to add to this number in the<br />
coming weeks and months.<br />
“Our designated robbery teams,<br />
meanwhile, have also overseen an<br />
increase in detection rates of more<br />
than ten percent – meaning that<br />
more criminals are being arrested and<br />
charged.”<br />
“Again, I am delighted by these excellent<br />
results and would like to extend my<br />
thanks to every officer and staff member<br />
who made them possible. In uniquely<br />
difficult and demanding circumstances<br />
they have risen to the challenge and<br />
allowed us to better support victims<br />
of crime, bring offenders to justice<br />
and build ever stronger links with the<br />
communities we serve. I am sure<br />
residents will also be reassured to know<br />
that during the same period we recruited<br />
an additional 202 new police officers to<br />
help us continue with our vital work in<br />
reducing the number of victims.”
Windows • Doors • Bi-Folding Doors • Conservatories • Orangeries • Soffits • Fascias • Guttering<br />
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(0115) 928 7984<br />
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there is still time to enter<br />
the alzheimer’s Society<br />
memory walk in september<br />
by Alzheimer’s Society<br />
Nottingham residents are being invited to don their<br />
walking gear, lace up their boots, and unite against<br />
dementia by signing up to Alzheimer’s Society’s<br />
Memory Walk taking place this Autumn.<br />
Hundreds of Alzheimer’s Society supporters will<br />
put their best foot forward at Wollaton Park on<br />
19th <strong>Sept</strong>ember <strong>2021</strong> alongside family, friends and<br />
colleagues to raise money for the charity.<br />
Over a year since the pandemic began, people with<br />
dementia are still bearing the brunt of coronavirus<br />
and demand for Alzheimer’s Society’s services is still<br />
increasing. Memory Walk will bring together people<br />
who have been personally affected by dementia,<br />
those who want to walk to remember a loved one, and<br />
people looking for a fun-filled activity to raise money<br />
for charity at 20 locations across England, Wales and<br />
Northern Ireland.<br />
Supporters can also opt to walk on their own, or<br />
with loved ones, on the paths, pavements, parks or<br />
pebbles in a location of their choosing throughout<br />
<strong>Sept</strong>ember.<br />
By marching out in support of Alzheimer’s Society,<br />
walkers will raise crucial funds to help the charity<br />
reach more people through its vital services, like the<br />
Dementia Connect support line, which have been<br />
used more than five million times since March 2020.<br />
The deadline for signing up is 15 <strong>Sept</strong>ember. You can<br />
sign up for free at alzheimers.org.uk/memorywalk.<br />
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Notts, <strong>NG15</strong> 0BF<br />
Turton Court is a retirement housing complex for the<br />
over 55s, tucked away in the small rural village of<br />
Newstead.<br />
You will have your own front door to a fully self<br />
contained fl at and access to a communal lounge.<br />
There is a laundry room, off street parking & access to<br />
a lovely landscaped garden. We offer well maintained<br />
serviced properties with the benefi t of a support coordinator<br />
who works every weekday morning.<br />
For more information call<br />
01623 722201<br />
No obligation viewings can be arranged.<br />
A range of incentives are available.<br />
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Contact Sarah<br />
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■ Local, family-run business<br />
■ Almost 20 years’ experience<br />
■ New, reconditioned and<br />
■ rental available<br />
■ Friendly, personal service<br />
■ Free, no obligation survey<br />
■ 24/7, 365 days call-out<br />
■ Repairs and servicing available<br />
■ Members of Age UK<br />
info@prioritystairlifts.co.uk<br />
www.prioritystairlifts.co.uk<br />
@Prioritystairlifts<br />
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PERSONALISED HOME<br />
CARE & SUPPORT<br />
• Help with washing & dressing<br />
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• Prompting with medication<br />
• Support with daily routines<br />
• Overnight support & live-in care<br />
• Respite services<br />
• Socialising & leisure activities<br />
• Accessing the community<br />
• Access to digital care records<br />
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For the affordable funeral, telephone<br />
0115 987 1237<br />
We are an independent company with experienced<br />
staff and a fresh approach to the funeral business.<br />
We offer an affordable, inclusive funeral with three<br />
basic options as well as a bespoke funeral tailored to<br />
your requirements.<br />
We can be contacted 24 hours a day to support and<br />
advise you on all aspects of a funeral when bereaved<br />
individuals are at their most vulnerable.<br />
Our pre-paid funeral plans reflect the price of our<br />
inclusive options plus a small admin fee from the<br />
funeral plan company.<br />
nottinghamshirefuneralservice@gmail.com<br />
11 Bexon Court, Foxhill Rd, Carlton, NG4 1SQ<br />
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Connect Service<br />
DO YOU NEED HELP OR ADVICE<br />
WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING?<br />
Welfare Benefi ts, Home<br />
Adaptations and Living Aids,<br />
Approved Tradespeople, Gardeners,<br />
Cleaners, Handyman Services,<br />
Support Groups, Social Activities,<br />
Shopping Services, Falls Prevention,<br />
Counselling, Carers Services …….and<br />
much much more.<br />
Drop in service 1st Friday of month @<br />
Hucknall Library<br />
To access this service please<br />
contact Connect:<br />
01623 488217<br />
We’re hiring!<br />
We have exciting opportunities<br />
for Band 5 Nurses!<br />
For more information about this role, or to<br />
arrange an informal visit, please contact<br />
Anne-Marie Rosak (Acting Head of<br />
Nursing) on 01509 638 000<br />
Apply via<br />
rainbows.co.uk/jobs<br />
Apply today!<br />
Registered Charity Number: 1014051<br />
NEW FAMILY<br />
MEDIATION SERVICE<br />
Smalleys Solicitors are pleased to<br />
introduce our new Family Mediation<br />
Service which was launched in April <strong>2021</strong>.<br />
Both of our family<br />
lawyers, Joanne<br />
Wilbraham and<br />
Deborah Bannister<br />
have undertaken<br />
extensive training<br />
in order to<br />
provideFamily<br />
Mediation Services.<br />
Many people find that using a Mediation<br />
Service is often quicker and cheaper<br />
than using Solicitors or going to Court.<br />
Parties often find that they can remain<br />
more amicable if they use the services of<br />
a Mediator.<br />
Located in the heart of Arnold directly opposite the Leisure<br />
Centre and Library, Smalleys is a local, friendly firm that aims<br />
to provide affordable, quality services to local people.<br />
Our Mediation appointments are based on a fixed fee and<br />
we can carry out appointments in person at our offices or by<br />
Microsoft Teams or Zoom.<br />
We also offer advice & assistance in relation to:<br />
Wills & Probate<br />
Residential Conveyancing<br />
Matrimonial & Family Law<br />
If you would like to find out more about our Mediation Services<br />
or have a chat to see if Mediation could work for you then<br />
call our Mediation Team on 0115 955 6555 or<br />
email mediation@smalleyssolicitors.co.uk<br />
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Welcoming<br />
new residents<br />
Enriching lives in award<br />
winning care homes<br />
Help yourself at the tuck shop, plant in the raised<br />
flowerbeds, or grab a pint from the pub – it's all<br />
happening at Buddleia House! This Milford Care<br />
home supports residents to enjoy meaningful<br />
activities that reflect their unique interests and<br />
retain independence.<br />
You can also be assured of Milford Care's 24 hour<br />
personalised care service, 'Outstanding-rated'<br />
effective practices in dementia care, high quality<br />
care, and our Band 5 Quality Score awarded by<br />
Nottinghamshire County Council.<br />
Effective<br />
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16 Croft Avenue, Hucknall, <strong>NG15</strong> 7JD<br />
*Subject to government guidance
Group directory<br />
If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know<br />
about it, why not list it here? Free listing for not-for-profit or charity<br />
groups. Call us on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk<br />
Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities?<br />
Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with<br />
like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email:<br />
allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk<br />
ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd Mon<br />
monthly 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Contact via the<br />
Facebook group: Nottingham Adult ADHD Support Group<br />
Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following<br />
the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after.<br />
For more info visit www.achingarms.co.uk<br />
Al_Anon - family group who meet twice weekly at 25<br />
Clarendon St, Nottingham to give support to family & friends<br />
who have or are living with the stress of alcoholics. . Mon<br />
7pm - 8.30pm & Fri 7.30pm - 9pm. For more info call 020<br />
7403 0888 or visit: www.al_anonuk.org.uk<br />
Anxiety management group - meet first & third<br />
Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community<br />
Centre, Mansfield Rd, Sherwood. For more info call Martha<br />
on 07948 191093 or anxietymanagementnottm@gmail.com<br />
arthritis action nottingham group - meet at St<br />
Mary’s Church, Wollaton Park, NG8 1AF. 2pm-4pm. To<br />
find out more & book your place - 0203 781 7120, info@<br />
arthritisaction.org.uk or www.arthritisaction.org.uk<br />
Ashfield Citizens Advice - we are at Hucknall market<br />
place every Friday from 9.30am - 2pm. Just come along to<br />
get the advice and info you need. See our website:<br />
www.ashfieldca.org.uk for more info.<br />
Bariatric Support Group Nottingham - support<br />
group for those who are waiting for, or have had any type of<br />
bariatric surgery. Carers, friends and family welcome. We<br />
meet 2nd Tues of the month 7pm - 9pm at the Hyson Green<br />
Community Centre, 37a Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green,<br />
NG7 6BE. For more info: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm<br />
Breathe Easy Hucknall - meetings held 4th Tues<br />
monthly 1-3pm at our NEW venue; Rolls Royce Leisure<br />
Fitness Centre, The Pavilion, Watnall Rd, <strong>NG15</strong> 6EP. Ample<br />
free parking. For more info tel: John on 07970 795399.<br />
Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm.<br />
Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more info call 07930<br />
713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk<br />
cocaine anonymous - problems with drugs and/<br />
or alcohol? So did we. We have weekly meetings across<br />
Notts. For free help from people who have recovered from<br />
their addictions please call 0800 689 4732 or visit https://<br />
centralukca.co.uk/ You don’t have to be alone with this.<br />
Cornwater Evergreens - offers activities & friendship<br />
for older people. Friendship club runs Mon, Wed & Fri, 10am<br />
- 2.30pm. Memory club runs Thurs 10am - 2.30pm. Please<br />
call 01623 491159 for further info.<br />
Connecting Families - for family matters. We are<br />
passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through<br />
courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott<br />
for info on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@<br />
connectingfamilies.co.uk<br />
Carers in Hucknall & surrounding areas - meet<br />
at John Godber Centre, Ogle Street on the 1st & 3rd Tues<br />
monthly. From 1.30pm to 4pm. All welcome.<br />
Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also<br />
one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To<br />
find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on<br />
07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com<br />
Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a<br />
registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, faceto-face<br />
advice to people with debt problems. Contact your<br />
local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or<br />
call 07973 113 882<br />
faith in families - For more info on adoption please visit<br />
www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811<br />
First steps - eating disorders in student<br />
services (ediss) - providing support to students, staff<br />
& alumni at both University of Nottingham & Nottingham<br />
Trent University struggling with their relationship with food<br />
& associated mental health difficulties. For further info<br />
contact: info@firststepsed.co.uk, to make a referral visit:<br />
www.firststepsed.co.uk<br />
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The Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support Group -<br />
support group for people with dementia, their carers, family<br />
& friends. Meet on 3rd Mon monthly from 1.30pm-3.30pm at<br />
Kirkby Trinity Community Centre Point, Diamond Ave, Kirkbyin-Ashfield.<br />
We welcome people from all areas to drop in for<br />
information, support and to meet others over a cuppa. For<br />
more info call Joan: 0776 3519196<br />
Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people<br />
into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers<br />
to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg.<br />
confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or<br />
email: eve@frameworkha.org<br />
FREE legal advice clinic - at the CORE centre, Calverton<br />
every Tues: 9.30 - 12.30pm. Lauren is a specialist family<br />
resolution lawyer and offers a minimum 45 min confidential<br />
free meeting. Call Lauren on 07990 806086 or email:<br />
lauren@focusfamilylaw.co.uk<br />
Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group<br />
meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961<br />
025780.<br />
Gingerbread - friendship group for single parent families<br />
from all walks of life, bringing up children on your own & kids are<br />
always welcome! Join Gingerbread for free at www.gingerbread.<br />
org.uk/membership and contact the Hucknall group at<br />
www.facebook.com/groups/hucknallgingerbread; email -<br />
hucknallgingerbread@outlook.com; or text 07950 780577.<br />
Gateway Women - to support women who don’t have<br />
children by circumstances not by choice. The Nottingham<br />
group meet 1st Sat monthly at Bill’s, 15 Queen St, NG1 2BL<br />
at 11am. For more info call Sally on 07796 318046 or visit:<br />
http://gateway-women.com<br />
Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary<br />
Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wed monthly 2-4pm at<br />
Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton & Hyson<br />
Green. Contact cardiac team for more info: 0115 883 4733<br />
Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider.<br />
Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs<br />
at Herbert Buzzard Court, Hucknall. Two course hot meal &<br />
daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our FB page)<br />
Irish Community Cancer Group - self help group for<br />
people affected by cancer in the Irish community. Meet<br />
the last Wed of the month 10.30am - 12.30pm at Self Help<br />
Nottingham, NG1 2EG. For more info call 0115 911 1661<br />
Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help<br />
support group for those who have experienced the suicide of<br />
a family member or someone close. For more info call 0115<br />
911 1661 (Mon - Fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk<br />
Marie Curie Helper Service - provided FREE of charge<br />
to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For<br />
a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit<br />
people in their homes offering companionship and support<br />
tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304<br />
8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.<br />
mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more info.<br />
My Sight Notts - provides support & advice for people<br />
with sight loss including aids & equipment, IT support,<br />
sighted guides & befriending, peer support & social groups,<br />
arts & choir, sports & healthy lifestyle activities. For more<br />
info call 0115 9706 806 or email: info@mysightnotts.org.uk.<br />
ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/fibromyalgia -<br />
MESH (M.E.Self Help) is Nottingham’s self help group for<br />
people with ME/CFS and/or fibromyalgia and their carers.<br />
For more info search for MESH Nottingham (M.E/CFS/<br />
Fibromyalgia) on Facebook or email: meshnottingham@<br />
gmail.com<br />
Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries<br />
- please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for<br />
an appt or email: mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk. Surgery<br />
2nd Sat monthly (10am-12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine<br />
Terrace, Hucknall, <strong>NG15</strong> 7HN.<br />
Mansfield & Ashfield Carers Support Group -<br />
meet 2nd Wed monthly, 2pm - 4pm at St Peter’s Centre,<br />
Churchside, Mansfield. We can offer friendship, info and<br />
advice to carers who support someone with mental health<br />
issues. Drop in for a warm welcome. For more info call Joy:<br />
01623 459681 or Cleo: 07824 838574.<br />
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struggling with money. Call 0115 908 1534. Email: info@<br />
moneysortedind2n2.org or visit: www.moneysortedind2n2.org<br />
MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in<br />
meeting, the 2nd Wed monthly at Brookfields Garden Centre,<br />
Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear<br />
of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of<br />
people affected by MS including carers and family. Just turn<br />
up or contact Doug for more info: 0115 966 3582<br />
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MYOtoNIC DYSTROPHY SUPPORT GROUP - 19/21 Main<br />
Road, Gedling, NG4 3HQ. Myotonic dystrophy is the most<br />
common and variable muscular dystrophy of adult life. Please<br />
call or email for more info: . 0115 987 5869. Email: contact@<br />
mdsguk.org. wwwmyotonicdystrophysupportgroup.org<br />
Nottingham Miscarriage Support - for anyone<br />
effected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who<br />
would like to meet with others who have shared similar<br />
experiences. Meet 3rd Thurs monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood<br />
Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115<br />
8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com<br />
Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if<br />
you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk<br />
to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our<br />
group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between<br />
7-9pm on the 2nd Thurs every other month. Partners<br />
welcome. For further info ring Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661<br />
Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit<br />
service providing high quality affordable counselling for<br />
anyone 16+ in Notts. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or<br />
email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located<br />
at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm<br />
weekdays. Minimal waiting times.<br />
Nottingham Aphasia Independent Self Help<br />
Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For<br />
more info contact June or Chris on 0115 927 9368<br />
Notts Peer to Peer Network - info for users of Mental<br />
Health services in Notts & their carers. Gateway Drop In,<br />
for mutual support, info, occasional outings and talks at St<br />
Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to<br />
3.30pm. For more info: Self Help UK on 0115 911 1611.<br />
Nottinghamshire Deaf Society - hard of hearing/deaf<br />
social group every Mon: 10am - 1pm. Lip-reading classes<br />
on Tues (daytime & evening). Welfare rights advice for deaf/<br />
hard of hearing. For further details phone 0115 970 0516,<br />
text 07817 275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk<br />
Nottingham Osteoporosis Support Group - Royal<br />
Osteoporosis Society. Our volunteer group works closely<br />
with clinical teams, meets monthly & runs a support line. We<br />
also provide annual medical updates, weekly tea dances,<br />
clinical support, awareness raising & newly diagnosed<br />
events. For more info or support call 07942 678692.<br />
Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Ileostomy &<br />
Internal Pouch Support Group - a charity which is a<br />
self help group for people with these medical conditions. For<br />
more info please go to www.nottsandderbyia.org.uk<br />
Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group<br />
- support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease.<br />
2nd Sat monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm<br />
at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call<br />
Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399<br />
Parkinson’s UK Nottingham Group - monthly support<br />
group, meet 3rd Wed monthly (except Jan & June) at St Judes<br />
Church Hall (405 Woodborough Rd, NG3 5HE). Friendly,<br />
informal group for anyone affected by Parkinson’s. We hope<br />
to offer something for everyone! To find out more email:<br />
parkinsonsnottingham@hotmail.co.uk or call 0808 108 8335<br />
Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support<br />
Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed<br />
with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first<br />
Tues monthly - 7pm-8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3<br />
3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com<br />
Run Talk Run - a 5k run with a twist! We run at the pace of<br />
the slowest runner, and provide a safe space to talk about<br />
mental health. Every Sunday at The Arboretum, meet at<br />
10am to run at 10.15am. Contact Katie on 07539 005781.<br />
Ravenshead Memory Lane Group - at St Peter’s<br />
Church lounge, Sheepwalk Lane, Ravenshead. Held 2nd Wed<br />
monthly. Come along for coffee & chat between 2-4pm, you<br />
will be made most welcome. For info call: Margaret - 01623<br />
798854, Kathryn - 01623 795886 or Jackie - 01623 439019<br />
Relate Nottinghamshire - offers family counselling,<br />
relationship counselling, sex therapy &young peoples counselling.<br />
Costs negotiated according to income. 0115 958 4278 (9am-9pm).<br />
Reach Out Residents - for all residents in West Hucknall.<br />
Reach out residents is a community group covering west<br />
Hucknall. At present we are unable to meet but please do<br />
follow us on FB for up to date community information.<br />
Run Talk Run - a 5k run with a twist! We run at the pace of the<br />
slowest runner, and provide a safe space to talk about mental<br />
health. Every Sunday at The Arboretum, meet at 10am to run at<br />
10.15am. Contact Maisie on 07717007023 for more details.<br />
SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control<br />
over their drinking, drugs & other addictions. Peer-led<br />
meetings held Thurs evenings & Sat mornings. New groups<br />
are also starting in the County. For meeting details contact<br />
Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661.<br />
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Three little words…<br />
We know physical movement,<br />
let’s call this exercise, of any kind, is<br />
beneficial for our health. Correct? If<br />
you agree just give me a little head<br />
nod to yourself.<br />
We also know that eating ‘healthy’ is beneficial<br />
for our body… Correct? We aren’t going to<br />
get into a debate around good nutrition in this<br />
article. It’s a minefield and frankly… we know<br />
we should eat well.<br />
So, if we’re not talking about exercise or<br />
nutrition… what else matters or affects<br />
our health?<br />
1. Rest… actually recovering from the stresses<br />
of exercise, nutrition/ dieting change as well<br />
as dealing with the day-to-day life stress<br />
we manage. Efficient recovery is almost<br />
ALWAYS underrated. It’s actually something<br />
we monitor very closely with our clients and<br />
members. So next time you’re feeling a little<br />
burnt out, ask yourself when did I last rest<br />
fully and allow my body to rebuild?<br />
2. Sleep… not the 4 hours we might brag about<br />
(I’m hardcore, I only need 4 hours sleep we<br />
might say) nor the 9 hours you HAVE to have<br />
because you can’t operate on anything less.<br />
We need 6-8 hours sleep to allow the body<br />
to recover. For those of us who struggle to<br />
get a night of unbroken sleep there are loads<br />
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eye-masks.<br />
3. Forgive… yourself. So many of us fail to<br />
change our lives because that one slice<br />
of cake has messed everything up. IT HAS<br />
NOT!!! It’s called normal human behaviour<br />
and we didn’t mess anything up. The effort<br />
it takes to begin a change of lifestyle is huge<br />
and punishing ourselves for one minor slip<br />
isn’t fair and truth be told, it’s exhausting<br />
starting over constantly.<br />
The summary I’d like to leave you with is<br />
to think a little further than just exercise<br />
and dieting.<br />
Let’s think about our whole selves and our<br />
wellbeing. And I can’t stress this enough,<br />
eating a chocolate bar isn’t the end of the<br />
world, it happens!<br />
Picking back up right away, regardless of<br />
what’s happened, is what is going to see your<br />
life change for the better. Don’t sweat the<br />
small stuff.<br />
Top Tips For ZZZZZ’s<br />
• Black out blinds or curtains<br />
• 1h before bed no social media (you aren’t<br />
missing anything)<br />
• Prepare for tomorrow, list of to do’s and<br />
clothes ready<br />
• No caffeine 6 hours before bed<br />
• Nothing can be changed while falling asleep<br />
so stop over thinking in bed<br />
A few things that improve sleep<br />
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Remember Coach Andy says…<br />
• Rest and recover when you hear the signals<br />
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• Get 6-8 hours of sleep every night.<br />
• Be kind to yourself ... you deserve it!<br />
For past articles and much more you can<br />
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NG STYLE<br />
The Thirty Pound Challenge<br />
Welcome to our new fashion page, NG Style. Each<br />
month we will be sharing our fashion tips and<br />
trends with you. Starting with our outfit challenge!<br />
We all love a bargain. It’s a great feeling, knowing<br />
you’ve had a good deal. Buying second hand or<br />
re-cycled clothes is not only better for the planet,<br />
it’s better for your purse and you can quite often<br />
end up with something a bit more unique.<br />
Our resident bargain hunter is Sarah. If there’s<br />
a deal to be had, Sarah knows about it. So, we<br />
decided to set her the challenge of dressing one<br />
of us (Cat), head to toe, for the princely sum of<br />
£30. As a mum of four, Cat has neither the time or<br />
inclination to go clothes shopping, so we decided<br />
to surprise her.<br />
After an initial consultation – what size are you?<br />
Do you want an outfit for work or going out? Do<br />
you like fitted or loose clothes? What size feet are<br />
you? What brands do you wear most often? Sarah<br />
was ON IT.<br />
Charity shops are great for picking up a bargain<br />
(while also supporting a good cause). We have<br />
spent many an afternoon trawling through the local<br />
high street shops looking for that hidden gem.<br />
Some, like Oxfam, have now also gone online –<br />
https://onlineshop.oxfam.org.uk<br />
Nottingham based White Rose sell recycled<br />
fashion and all their profits go to support the Aegis<br />
Trust, a charity that works towards the prediction,<br />
prevention and elimination of genocide. White<br />
Rose now have seven shops in Nottingham and are<br />
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So why not give it a try? Next time you’re in the<br />
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HOMES URGENTLY NEEDED FOR TRAINEE GUIDE DOGS<br />
by The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association<br />
Sight loss charity<br />
Guide Dogs urgently<br />
needs volunteers in<br />
Nottingham to care<br />
for trainee guide dogs,<br />
whilst they prepare to<br />
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guides. The charity’s<br />
volunteer Fosterers<br />
provide temporary<br />
homes for dogs, as they<br />
complete the latter<br />
stages of their guide dog training.<br />
Guide Dogs covers the cost of all the food, veterinary<br />
care and equipment required for each dog and provides<br />
volunteer Fosterers with full training and support.<br />
The organisation is in urgent need of at least 25 new<br />
homes in the Nottingham area for its future guide dogs.<br />
As part of the role, Fosterers would be required to<br />
drop dogs at the Nottingham Guide Dogs centre in<br />
Phoenix Business Park, just outside Bulwell, on weekday<br />
mornings and collect them again in the evening.<br />
A guide dog begins its formal training at around 12-14<br />
months old and, in normal circumstances, most dogs<br />
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Volunteer Fosterers usually care for dogs that are<br />
between 14-24 months of age.<br />
The two main breeds the charity uses are Labradors and<br />
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If you think you could provide a loving, temporary<br />
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POST-LOCKDOWN LIFE FOR DOGS<br />
by Scarsdale Vets<br />
It’s great news for us all that COVID-19 restrictions<br />
are beginning to ease. However, this may not<br />
be the case for some dogs, especially if you’ve<br />
acquired a furry friend during the beginning of<br />
lockdown.<br />
All these dogs have known is a limited number of<br />
people who have been able to have close contact<br />
with them. Their walks have been quiet, with limited<br />
noise, people and traffic. They haven’t experienced<br />
new places, different areas and new smells. What<br />
will life be like for your dog post-lockdown?<br />
Here are several tips to help your companion adjust:<br />
New situations<br />
Too many challenges will overwhelm them and can<br />
cause nervous behaviour which could develop into<br />
a fear phobia. It’s therefore a good idea to gradually<br />
introduce your dog to new situations.<br />
To prevent a fear phobia occurring, slowly build up<br />
new experiences by providing lots of praise and<br />
rewards. Linking new exposures to positive training<br />
methods will enhance your dog’s ability to cope.<br />
For example, instead of inviting friends into your<br />
house where your dog is not used to having<br />
strangers, you could arrange to meet up with friends<br />
and go for a dog walk which exposes your dog to<br />
new people paired with fun distractions.<br />
Out and about<br />
Take a trip to an outdoor shopping centre where you<br />
and your dog can sit and watch the world go by. Take<br />
treats with you to reward calm behaviours in a busy<br />
environment. Staying too long may overwhelm your<br />
dog so it’s a good idea to keep visits short but often,<br />
until they get used to different environments.<br />
Slow and steady changes<br />
Have you been working from home during the<br />
pandemic? Slow changes to your routine will help<br />
your dog adjust to their new way of life. Dogs often<br />
find it difficult to be left on their own as they’re very<br />
sociable, hence why they make great additions to<br />
the family. It’s a good idea to prepare them to cope<br />
without you at home. Start by leaving your dogs<br />
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closing the door behind you and sitting in another<br />
room.<br />
Keeping your dog company<br />
If you haven’t had time to get your dog used to being<br />
left alone, or you’ve recognised that your dog is not<br />
coping well, don’t ignore the situation. Act quickly to<br />
prevent it from getting any worse. While you go out,<br />
ask family or friends to sit with your dog or arrange<br />
for a dog walker to walk your dog when you go back<br />
to work. This will limit the time your dog is left on<br />
their own. If you are going to be away for a long<br />
period of time possibly look into a doggy day-care<br />
facility.<br />
Training<br />
Training classes can help you to deal with the<br />
adolescent teenage years of your dogs’ life. It is<br />
part of their normal development however, it can<br />
sometimes be a difficult time for dog owners as their<br />
beloved friend seems to have forgotten lots of what<br />
they were taught. A little help from a dog trainer can<br />
really help get your dog get back on track.<br />
At Scarsdale Vets, we offer a 4-week puppy training<br />
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challenges such as toilet training, socialisation,<br />
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Dogs smell – fact. They smell worse when they<br />
are wet and they smell significantly worse if they<br />
decide to roll in something, as I know only too well.<br />
Previously, I have mentioned that Gary and I have<br />
an odourometer – basically if we can get halfway<br />
home from a walk without gagging then Herbie has<br />
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the little scamp disappeared into the dunes. After a<br />
10 minute search, we found him in his high delights,<br />
rolling over a rotting seal carcass. After a struggle,<br />
Gary eventually managed to get a lead on him<br />
and literally drag him off the disgusting thing. He<br />
then proceeded to head dive into the sand and roll<br />
around in ecstacy for another 5 minutes (Herbie,<br />
not Gary).<br />
Heading back to the rented cottage, it slowly<br />
dawned on us that the putrid smell of death<br />
following us was in fact Herbie. Luckily, the cottage<br />
was within walking distance, but with no dog<br />
shampoo and an upstairs bathroom we had to<br />
innovate. After finding some kids shampoo and a<br />
mop bucket we kept washing him in the garden until<br />
he smelt more like watermelon than warthog.<br />
Worse for us, this time we had driven. There was no<br />
way he was getting in the car smelling like a corpse.<br />
After pondering all the options (leave him on<br />
the beach, take him home stinking, wash him in<br />
the sea), we proceeded to one end of the beach<br />
where Gary stripped down to his undercrackers<br />
and dragged the little sod into the sea where he<br />
attempted to wash him with a seaweed flannel.<br />
I helpfully recorded the whole sorry incident for<br />
social media whilst almost wetting myself. It was<br />
only as Gary emerged from the waves like 007<br />
(more like 005½) that we realised an elderly couple<br />
had perched on a bench at the back of the beach<br />
and were chuckling away whilst tucking into their<br />
pack-up. Who needs the cinema?<br />
Day three was thankfully incident free, however<br />
our final day held more olfactory delights. Beach<br />
number three. Dead seal number three (how<br />
can that be??) This one was buried in the sand,<br />
disguised as a rock. It was only when the rolling<br />
started that we realised what it was. Too late.<br />
Again. The damage was done. And this was just<br />
before we set off home so we had no access to the<br />
cottage and it was way too cold for another strip<br />
bath with Gary.<br />
Day two. Another beach. Another dead seal. Before<br />
we knew what was going on, Herbie was rolling all<br />
over the rotting pile of blubber. This one still had all<br />
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Late bloomers<br />
Autumn is the time some<br />
of us cut back and tidy up<br />
our gardens ready for the<br />
winter. But the autumn<br />
garden can be full of<br />
colour as some plants<br />
are just beginning their<br />
show. Here’s some of my<br />
favourite late bloomers.<br />
Chrysanthemums are well<br />
known house plants but there<br />
are lots of lessor known types<br />
that thrive in the garden and<br />
are safe to leave out over<br />
winter.<br />
is totally perennial and hardy<br />
in well-drained soils. It gets<br />
tall (4-5ft / 120-150cm) but<br />
doesn’t need staking. There<br />
are two varieties to look out<br />
for – the unnamed pale lemon<br />
one and “Hanneys Lemon<br />
Drop” that is sunshine yellow<br />
with pale yellow tips to the<br />
petals. These are spreading<br />
plants so give them some<br />
room and dig them up in<br />
spring annually to keep them<br />
in check. The flowers are very<br />
fragrant and loved by bees<br />
and butterflies.<br />
Helianthus, perennial<br />
sunflowers, are some of the<br />
best late bloomers adding a<br />
splash of sunshine colour and<br />
perhaps more surprisingly<br />
a whiff of chocolate scent<br />
to the autumn garden. The<br />
variety “Bitter Chocolate”<br />
is just starting to flower at<br />
the end of <strong>Sept</strong>ember, and<br />
they exude the unmistakable<br />
scent of drinking chocolate<br />
on a warm, sunny day. For<br />
more flower power, but alas<br />
no scent, try the well-loved<br />
“Lemon Queen”, the large<br />
flowered “Happy Days” or the<br />
“Dixter Orange” is a short,<br />
bushy plant that is absolutely<br />
smothered with bright orange<br />
double flowers from mid-<br />
August and into <strong>Oct</strong>ober it still<br />
puts on a brilliant show. “Clara<br />
Curtis” is more subdued, with<br />
pale pink single flowers.<br />
Hardy Chrysanthemums<br />
can be left in the ground all<br />
year but should be lifted and<br />
divided in spring every two<br />
years. Give them a sunny spot<br />
in well-drained soil and they’ll<br />
give you a wonderful autumn<br />
display every year.<br />
Another flower just coming<br />
into its own is Bidens aurea.<br />
Not at all like the tender<br />
Bidens we use in hanging<br />
baskets this is more like the<br />
annual flowered Cosmos but<br />
Japanese Anemones have<br />
also been looking good in late<br />
summer and will continue<br />
to flower into the autumn.<br />
Mostly their flowers come in<br />
various shades of pink or pure<br />
white, each with a bold yellow<br />
knob at the centre. We grow<br />
“Honorine Jobert” (white) and<br />
“<strong>Sept</strong>ember Charm” (pink).<br />
They can take quite a while to<br />
get established in the garden,<br />
sometimes a few years, but<br />
once they get their roots<br />
down there’s no stopping<br />
them! In fact, make sure you<br />
are certain of the position<br />
when you plant them as the<br />
deep roots of an established<br />
plant will keep on coming<br />
through for a long time after a<br />
plant has been moved.<br />
new variety “Helios”. All are<br />
putting on an amazing show<br />
and attracting an appreciative<br />
audience of bees and<br />
butterflies.<br />
These are just a few of the<br />
late bloomers on display in<br />
our garden through autumn<br />
so I don’t rush to put the<br />
garden to bed for the winter<br />
too soon.<br />
Martin Blow<br />
Janet & I organise Plant<br />
Hunters’ Fairs, specialist<br />
plant fairs at wonderful<br />
locations throughout the<br />
season including Southwell<br />
Minster and Thoresby<br />
Park. Please see www.<br />
planthuntersfairs.co.uk for<br />
details of 2022 plant fairs.
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A Special Wedding Day by Maureen Newton<br />
Local people had been looking forward to Tuesday the<br />
4th of December 1906 with a lot of pleasure. It was<br />
the day of the marriage of Miss Emily Ada Jackson of<br />
Broomhill House, Hucknall Torkard to Mr. Edwin Henry<br />
Story of Birtles Old Hall, Chalford, Cheshire.<br />
Members of the community had been active for<br />
ages working out plans for decorations to be seen<br />
as the carriages passed along the route from<br />
Broomhill House to St. Mary’s, the Parish Church.<br />
The bridegroom arrived at ten minutes to two with his<br />
best man Sir Francis Burdett. The two bridesmaids<br />
arrived at the same time waiting in the portal of the<br />
church for the bride. As they alighted from the carriage<br />
the bride with Captain Housman, who gave her away,<br />
passed under another amazing arch with the legend<br />
‘Long life and happiness’. An awning was fixed from<br />
the gates to the church porch by the Nottingham<br />
Catering Company, (a similar one was at Broomhill<br />
House) with decorations inside the church arranged by<br />
Mr. Swinton, florist, of West Street.<br />
Flags and bunting were everywhere. Starting in the<br />
neighbourhood of Broomhill House then moving on<br />
to Portland Road where Mr. George Elkington had<br />
erected a double arch. On one side it said ‘Long live<br />
the happy pair’ and on the other ‘Happiness to the<br />
bride and bridegroom’. Other garlands stretched<br />
along the way: one of them read ‘You will be missed<br />
when you have gone’, another ‘Give honour to whom<br />
honour is due’. On High Street there were decorations<br />
on an extensive scale by tenants under the direction<br />
of Messrs H. Brown, P. Howis and H. Mettam and a<br />
considerable number of evergreens had been given by<br />
Lady Chermside. Flags protruded from the buildings<br />
and scaffolding of the new shops being erected for<br />
the Misses Jackson and one streamer reached over<br />
the road to Mrs Cartledges house with the words<br />
‘Welcome’ on one side and ‘Health and happiness’ on<br />
the other. Other streamers bore messages such as<br />
‘Health, long life and happiness’ and ‘Good Luck’.<br />
The arrival of the guests was watched with interest by<br />
crowds of townsfolk despite the rain. Mr. Frank Slater,<br />
a rising organist in the county, played the Wedding<br />
March from ‘Lohengrin’ and ‘Benedictine Nuptiale’<br />
(Hollins) as the congregation assembled. Mr. W.<br />
Jacklin directed the choir and the full choral service<br />
was ably rendered.<br />
Meanwhile the clergy took their positions and soon<br />
a general ripple signalled the approach of the bride<br />
and the vast congregation rose. The Rev. E Roberts,<br />
vicar and the Rev. J. Read, vicar of Ollerton were<br />
the officiating clergymen. The vows were made with<br />
clear voices and after the ceremony was completed<br />
the newly married pair went into the vestry to sign<br />
the register. Several people signed the certificate as<br />
witnesses: W. F. Story; M. Cecilia Jackson; Francis<br />
Burdett; Mary S. Story; V. Knightly and H. M. Housman?<br />
(This one very difficult to read). As the couple walked<br />
back to their carriage they were saluted by the Boys’<br />
Brigade while the church bells pealed a blessing.<br />
The wedding dress was in Empire style of white satin<br />
with an overdress of net sewn with silver sequins and<br />
bands of satin and lace inserted at the foot; with this<br />
was worn a veil of old Brussels lace over a wreath<br />
of myrtle. Her jewellery was of diamonds and her<br />
bouquet was of white flowers. Bridesmaids, Miss<br />
Holden of Nuthall and Miss Salmond of Langton Hall,<br />
wore dresses of old rose crepon with bodices and<br />
sleeves of Valenciennes lace, carrying bouquets of<br />
pink carnations.<br />
A reception was held at Broomhill House for their<br />
guests and afterwards Mr. and Mrs. Story left for<br />
London. Grey was the colour chosen for the going<br />
away outfit. A dress with trimmings of embroidery and<br />
lace combined with a matching hat of grey beaver and<br />
long blue ostrich feathers. A coat with sable collar and<br />
sable muff completed the ensemble.<br />
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TAROSCOPES<br />
Air signs- Libra, Aquarius,<br />
Gemini<br />
(Judgment, Two of Cups, Two of Coins)<br />
A review and reassessment of your relationship<br />
landscape is on the agenda this week. The twos<br />
of cups and coins shows your closest bonds<br />
deepening and widening- you are welcoming<br />
new people into your world. Judgment shows<br />
that this marks a signifi cant turning point,<br />
a renewal of your whole relationship<br />
~landscape~. Be open to new relationships.<br />
Fire signs- Leo, Aries,<br />
Sagittarius<br />
(Seven of Coins, Two of Wands,<br />
Ten of Cups)<br />
You’re unsure what to do about a longstanding<br />
relationship in your life as shown by the loving<br />
ten of cups and the ~cross roads~ seven of<br />
coins. Things have changed, but should you say<br />
something or just let it work itself out? The two of<br />
wands acknowledges you’re unsure so have let<br />
things ~drift~, but you need to make a choice<br />
now. Have a heart to heart this week, and trust<br />
that your connection is deep enough to weather<br />
a little static.<br />
Earth signs- Capricorn,<br />
Virgo, Taurus<br />
(Queen of Swords, the Magician,<br />
Nine of Swords)<br />
Queen of swords, the magician, nine of swords<br />
Powerful energy is behind you this week with the<br />
creative magician and the solo-entrepreneurial<br />
queen of swords. Both cards are great omens<br />
for new jobs, projects, creative endeavours, side<br />
lines and ventures. The nine of swords shows that<br />
your doubts and fears have held you back from<br />
this hitherto, and the fi rst step towards action is<br />
to vent these anxieties. There’s<br />
nothing stopping you.<br />
Water signs- Cancer,<br />
Pisces, Scorpio<br />
(Eight of Cups, King of Cups, Nine of<br />
Wands)<br />
An emotional disappointment comes into<br />
focus this week, it’s something that has already<br />
happened (so don’t worry) but you haven’t<br />
really faced into it fully yet. It’s time to do so.<br />
Accept it, absorb it, and then leave it in the<br />
past. The eight and king of cups shows that you<br />
can overcome this setback, and take control.<br />
Better yet, the nine of wands shows that this<br />
disappointment will soon (in two months) prove<br />
to have a big silver lining.<br />
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Tanya About Town<br />
“Autumn carries more<br />
gold in its pocket than<br />
all the other seasons.”<br />
― Jim Bishop<br />
But does it carry much<br />
in the way of things<br />
to do in and around<br />
Nottingham? Read on<br />
to find out...<br />
goes dinosaur crazy as Dino<br />
Kingdom takes over Thoresby<br />
Park for two weeks this autumn<br />
with 100 prehistoric beasts set<br />
to be unleashed to roam across<br />
the plains and woodlands of the<br />
beautiful historic landscape! (15-31<br />
<strong>Oct</strong>)<br />
alternatively, you could stagger<br />
around the Nottingham Ale<br />
Trail. With over 40 breweries in<br />
Nottinghamshire and nearly 50<br />
pubs serving cask ale in the city<br />
centre, the event remains central<br />
to Nottingham’s pub scene with<br />
a month-long celebration of local<br />
pubs, breweries and cask ale. (3<br />
<strong>Sept</strong> - 3 <strong>Oct</strong>)<br />
Nottingham CAMRA’s annual<br />
Robin Hood Beer and Cider<br />
Festival also returns and will once<br />
again be held at Trent Bridge<br />
Cricket Ground (13-16 <strong>Oct</strong>).<br />
Arboretum Sunset, at the<br />
Arboretum Garden Bar and<br />
Bandstand, brought to you by<br />
DHP Family, continues every<br />
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday<br />
through until Sun 5 <strong>Sept</strong>. The<br />
entertainment doesn’t end there<br />
though, you can still visit the Green<br />
Flag award-winning park for a<br />
series of free brass concerts (19<br />
& 26 Sep).<br />
Wollaton<br />
Hall’s Titus:<br />
T. rex is King<br />
extraordinary<br />
exhibition,<br />
showcasing the first real<br />
Tyrannosaurus rex to be<br />
displayed in England for over<br />
a century continues, and Notts<br />
Say goodbye to the sitting room<br />
cinema and hello to the cinema<br />
under the stars! Nott’s Maze has<br />
outdoor cinema in partnership with<br />
Sunset Cinema Club continuing<br />
until 18 <strong>Sept</strong>. Fresh popcorn is<br />
available at the café as well as<br />
the full café menu and licenced<br />
bar. Food vendors offering tasty,<br />
hot food are on-site for all cinema<br />
nights. Bring your camping chairs,<br />
choose a spot in the woodland,<br />
and indulge in your favourite film.<br />
Notts Maze also has Forestry<br />
School <strong>2021</strong> – Suitable for<br />
5-10-year-olds during <strong>Sept</strong>ember<br />
and <strong>Oct</strong>ober.<br />
Speaking of films… Mayhem Film<br />
Festival will return this autumn to<br />
showcase the best in international<br />
horror, sci-fi and cult cinema<br />
(Thurs 14 - Sun 17 <strong>Oct</strong>).<br />
You could join thousands of<br />
runners for the Robin Hood<br />
Marathon events at the Victoria<br />
Embankment (26 <strong>Sept</strong>),<br />
For foodies, The Festival of Food<br />
and Drink returns to Clumber<br />
Park for its 8th year (18-19 <strong>Oct</strong>).<br />
With over 150 traders and street<br />
food flavours, the festival offers<br />
a range of fabulous artisan food<br />
producers , award- winning food<br />
and drink, special guest TV<br />
chefs , gorgeous gifts , crafts and<br />
homewares, delicious dishes with<br />
cuisine from around the world<br />
served by fantastic Street Food<br />
‘Pop Up’ cafés and bars!<br />
Thoresby Park Craft and<br />
Artisan Food Market also<br />
returns on 3 <strong>Oct</strong>, offering a<br />
range of stalls from homemade<br />
dog treats and homemade<br />
bee products to gin, chutneys,<br />
jewellery and much more.
If you’ve missed live music, look<br />
no further than the Theatre Royal<br />
and Royal Concert Hall. Rob<br />
Lamberti returns with his tribute<br />
to George Michael (3 Sep). Put<br />
on your red shoes and dance to<br />
the Bowie Experience (10 <strong>Sept</strong>),<br />
Belinda Carlisle returns with her<br />
Decades Tour celebrating 35 years<br />
as a solo artist (8 <strong>Oct</strong>) and Jason<br />
Donovan performs his hits and<br />
numbers from the musicals<br />
(30 <strong>Oct</strong>).<br />
Of course, we’ve missed our<br />
musicals! Nominated for 5 Olivier<br />
Awards including Best New<br />
Musical, the sell-out London<br />
smash hit SIX visits the Theatre<br />
Royal (7-12 <strong>Sept</strong>). From Tudor<br />
queens to pop princesses, the six<br />
wives of Henry VIII finally take to<br />
the mic to tell their tales, remixing<br />
five hundred years of historical<br />
heartbreak into an 80-minute<br />
celebration of 21st century girl<br />
power.<br />
Willy Russell’s legendary Blood<br />
Brothers is also back telling the<br />
captivating tale of twins who,<br />
separated at birth, grow up on<br />
opposite sides of the tracks,<br />
only to meet again with fateful<br />
consequences (14-18 <strong>Sept</strong>).<br />
Enter a world of magic and<br />
fantasy as Disney’s classic movie<br />
Bedknobs and Broomsticks<br />
makes its world premiere as<br />
an exciting new stage musical<br />
(6-10 <strong>Oct</strong>). The international<br />
musical phenomenon Hairspray<br />
also returns (11-16 <strong>Oct</strong>) as does<br />
Chicago (18-23 <strong>Oct</strong>), and we get<br />
a visit from Dolly Parton’s smashhit<br />
musical 9 to 5 (26-30 <strong>Oct</strong>).<br />
We also have the first signs of<br />
Christmas with A Christmas Carol<br />
(29/30 <strong>Oct</strong>).<br />
Down the road at the Motorpoint<br />
Arena, The Dreamboys promise<br />
a raunchy night out (10 <strong>Sept</strong>), The<br />
Specials hit the road again (17<br />
<strong>Sept</strong>) and The Drifters are back<br />
(15 <strong>Oct</strong>) with a brand-new show<br />
performing all their classic hits<br />
from the last six decades. ‘The<br />
One More Haim Tour’ will see<br />
the band performing their biggest<br />
UK shows to date. A welcome<br />
return for the Californian sisters<br />
(24 <strong>Sept</strong>).<br />
If it’s comedy you’re after, The<br />
Canalhouse Comedy Night is<br />
back featuring a mixture of new<br />
acts and established acts trying<br />
new material (8/22 Sep, 13 <strong>Oct</strong>)<br />
and Rob Brydon visits the Royal<br />
Concert Hall (12 <strong>Oct</strong>) with A<br />
Night of Songs and Laughter<br />
telling Rob’s personal musical<br />
journey from South Wales to the<br />
West End and beyond.<br />
Unless stated, always assume<br />
there is a charge for the event. I<br />
would still recommend you ring<br />
ahead or check online before<br />
making any journeys, and<br />
adhere to and respect any social<br />
distancing measures that remain<br />
in place.<br />
All details correct at the time of<br />
going to press.
Carrington Triangle Folk Club - meet Wed: 8.30pm<br />
at the Gladstone, NG5 2AW. All singers, acoustic musicians,<br />
poets & listeners welcome. For more info call Martin/<br />
Marion 0115 9552935 or m.smalley@ntlworld.com or visit:<br />
carringtontriangle.org.uk<br />
eastwood collieries’ male voice choir - meet every<br />
Tues 7-9pm at St Mary’s Church, NG16 3BS. Always pleased<br />
to see new faces.<br />
Fun Chorus - welcomes everyone! Groups in Gedling,<br />
Carlton, Kimberley, Bingham, Ravenshead & Arnold. For<br />
a FREE taster session please contact penny@funchorus.<br />
co.uk. All welcome. www.funchorus.com<br />
After many months we have decided to include the music<br />
groups directory once again. Not all groups will be back<br />
up and running and some may still be operating remotely.<br />
Please check with individual groups before turning up. For<br />
corrections to these pages please email Ali:<br />
ali@ngmagazines.org.uk<br />
Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Tues 7.30pm-9.30pm,<br />
Bestwood Village Social Club, Park Rd, Bestwood Village,<br />
NG6 8TQ. For more info: Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842<br />
or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk<br />
BLACKWOOD CLARINETS - represents most members<br />
of the clarinet family. We play a wide variety of music &<br />
perform all over the East Midlands. Find us on Facebook,<br />
Instagram or visit: www.blackwoodclarinets.co.uk We will<br />
be performing on Friday 3 <strong>Sept</strong>ember at 7.30pm at St<br />
Michael’s & All Angels Church, NG9 3HD. Tickets £10<br />
from the church or call 0115 941 0543<br />
Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock,RnB. Tues<br />
7.15pm-9.15pm @ Brinsley Church NG16 5AB. No audition.<br />
£5 ps. Call Charlotte 07581020959 e: yourcommunitychoir@<br />
gmail.com or visit www.yourcommunitychoir.com<br />
Burton Joyce Choral Society - welcome new<br />
members. Friendly mixed choir. Rehearse in BJ Village Hall<br />
Mon: 7.45pm -9.30pm. For more info call Mary: 0115 931<br />
2803 or pop in <strong>Sept</strong>-June (break for summer).<br />
Carlton Male Voice Choir - Do you have a male voice?<br />
Regardless of age or even gender, if you like singing and<br />
have a voice that can fit into one of our 4 TTBB singing<br />
sections; why not come along and give it a go. We rehearse<br />
at Gedling Road Methodist Church NG4 3EX every Wed:<br />
7-9:30pm or message via our facebook page or email:<br />
choirsec.cmvc@gmail.com or visit: www.carltonmvc.org<br />
The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, singing a great<br />
variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet<br />
in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri:<br />
7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.<br />
Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet<br />
every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Rd,<br />
Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm-10pm. Visit:<br />
www.gemconnection.org or just pop along & see us.<br />
Grand Central Chorus - sing in harmony every Wed:<br />
7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit<br />
www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855<br />
270803 or just turn up.<br />
‘In Accord’, chamber choir - mixed voice chamber<br />
choir that rehearses at St Martin’s church , Sherwood on<br />
Mon evenings. Director - Jon Wakefield 0115 9606236 or<br />
wakefield337@btinternet.com.<br />
Just Sing! - ladies community choir. If you love singing,<br />
you’ll love our choir...cheaper than therapy! For more info<br />
visit: https://justsing.cc or call Cate 07717 582507/cate.<br />
actually@gmail.com.<br />
Kings Community Choir - every Mon: 7.30pm-9pm (term<br />
time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring<br />
friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997.<br />
Lace City Chorus - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely<br />
School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call<br />
Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecitychorus.org<br />
Lyrical soNGbirds - small, friendly women’s choir for<br />
experienced or new singers. Currently have vacancies for<br />
sopranos & altos. Meet Tues: 10am-12 (term time) Bramcote<br />
Methodist Church, NG9 3HB. For more info:carolynmoore@<br />
btopenworld.com<br />
The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony<br />
every Tues: 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd,<br />
Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit:<br />
facebook.com/majoroakchorus<br />
nottingham bach choir - start rehearsals Tue 7 <strong>Sept</strong>,<br />
singing from 7.30pm at St John’s Church, Mansfield Rd,<br />
Carrington, NG5 2DP. For more info contact Heather: 07941<br />
121091/heather@ng7.org.uk
Nottingham Clarion Choir - a welcoming & inclusive<br />
choir, campaigning through international song for justice,<br />
peace & freedom. No auditions! We practice Sun: 7.30-<br />
9.30pm. For more info: www.nottinghamclarionchoir.net<br />
Nottinghamshire Rock Choir - STARTING BACK<br />
IN SEPTEMBER. Weekly sessions run in term time in<br />
Rainworth, Newark, Southwell, Beeston & West Bridgford.<br />
NEW MEMBERS always welcome, no need to audition or<br />
read music we’re all about singing for fun. Sign up for a free<br />
taster session today via our website www.rockchoir.com<br />
Nottingham and District Society of Organists<br />
(NDSO) - a society for pipe organ & choral music. Enjoy the<br />
benefits of membership to include visits to hear & play organs<br />
locally & further afield, workshops, talks, charity events,<br />
annual lunches, member recitals + a glossy mag. Search<br />
‘Notts Organists’ online, call Denis on 07815 510411/01773<br />
746890 or email us: ndsosecretary@gmail.com<br />
nuthall community choir - 7pm-8.30pm. Nuthall<br />
Methodist Church. For more info: Charlotte on 07581 020959<br />
Open Voices - friendly singing groups designed for adults<br />
with learning difficulties. Meet weekly in Beeston, West<br />
Bridgford (Tues 10am-noon) & Sherwood (Fri 10am-noon).<br />
For more info call 0115 958 9312 or visit www.music-foreveryone/whats-on/adult-music/open-voices<br />
The Rise - community singing group. No auditions, all<br />
welcome. Thurs: 7.30pm-9pm. Federation House, Claremont<br />
Rd, NG5 1BH. £4 (£2 conc.). First session free. Call Angela:<br />
07981 885013 or facebook.com/Sherwood Rise<br />
Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - at last, we are making plans<br />
again – although nothing is definite yet, we are hopeful<br />
that we will resume our rehearsals in <strong>Sept</strong>ember. We have<br />
much to organise to ensure we can comply with government<br />
guidelines, but our vaccinations are a huge boost to our<br />
confidence, and we will test mask inserts which may also<br />
help at rehearsals. We need some time, but once we are<br />
performance-ready we will announce future dates again.<br />
Please use the addresses below to follow our progress. Visit<br />
www.rocknsoul.org.uk or facebook.com/rocknsoulsingers<br />
for our contact information and links to our recordings.<br />
Soundswell - community choir meet Tues eve (term-time)<br />
at Bluecoat Academy, Aspley. A wonderful way to make new<br />
friends. Visit www.soundswell.org for more info.<br />
Sherwood Clarinets - meets on Tues: 7.45pm-9.45pm<br />
at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. If you enjoy playing clarinet<br />
& are of Grade 4 or above, why not come along? Contact<br />
Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details.<br />
Sherwood Chorus - friendly, relaxed group who enjoy<br />
singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank<br />
Holidays) 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Dr.<br />
NG5 2EN. £2. For info: sherwoodchorus@gmail.com<br />
Saturday Singers - come & try us. Members from all over<br />
Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm.<br />
9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available.<br />
Phone 0115 931 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk<br />
Sherwood Tuneless Choir -for people who love singing<br />
but think they can’t sing. Meet at Sherwood United Reformed<br />
Church, 1 Edwards Lane, NG5 3AA, 1st & 3rd Tues monthly:<br />
8pm-9.30pm. For info: www.tunelesschoir.com/sherwood<br />
Singsation Children’s Choir - ages 5-14. Tues: 6pm-<br />
7pm. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD.<br />
For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959.<br />
Sinfonia Chorale - friendly chamber choir. Rehearse<br />
Tues: 7.30pm-9.30pm at Daybrook Baptist Church. For more<br />
info call Sandra 0115 960 6236 or www.sinfoniachorale.uk<br />
Torkard Ensemble - community music group in<br />
Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 & above)<br />
& a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local<br />
charities. We are always looking for new members, but<br />
are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass<br />
singers. Contact us at: jen.beaumont@hotmail.co.uk<br />
Trent Valley Singers - a friendly, mixed voice choir who<br />
sing a wide variety of music.Having been unable to meet<br />
since the start of the pandemic we are excited to be starting<br />
rehearsals again on Thurs <strong>Sept</strong> 2nd with our new musical<br />
director Tina Hewitt. New members are very welcome<br />
so if you enjoy singing come & give us a try. There are no<br />
auditions & the ability to read music is not essential. We<br />
meet on Thursdays 1.45-3.30 in Burton Joyce. For more info<br />
phone Heather 0115 8440872 or Tina 07742 670732.<br />
Woodthorpe Singers - are looking to commence face<br />
to face rehearsals in St Marks Church (not the hall), Mon<br />
6 <strong>Sept</strong>, from 19:30hrs and shall be working towards our<br />
Christmas concert on 11 December <strong>2021</strong>. Anyone wishing to<br />
join us will receive a very warm welcome. If you wish to get<br />
in touch or would like more info please contact our musical<br />
director Tina Hewitt via email at tinahewitt51@hotmail.co.uk<br />
or text/call 07742 670732.<br />
Mirabilé Vocal Ensemble will be performing at<br />
St. Peter’s & All Saints Church, St. Peter's Square,<br />
NG1 2NW on Saturday, 9th <strong>Oct</strong>ober at 11am<br />
with the return of their popular Coffee/Lunchtime<br />
Concert Series. The short programme will<br />
feature pieces from Mendelssohn, Vivaldi, Pärt<br />
and a selection of contemporary choices. See St.<br />
Peter’s website for more details.
Community Diary<br />
If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not<br />
list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing<br />
is free. All other groups pay just £5.50+vat (under 150 characters)<br />
per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 926 9777 or<br />
email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk<br />
Abbey Gates W.I (Ravenshead) - meet every 2nd<br />
Wed monthly at Ravenshead Village Hall at 7.30pm. New<br />
members and visitors always welcome. For further details<br />
please phone 01623 798606.<br />
Adult Education Courses - beginners up to level 1; very<br />
small groups. Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Call<br />
0115 884 2749 or email: lisa.saunders@castlecollege.ac.uk<br />
Age UK Notts “Older Lesbian Network” - provides<br />
opportunities for older lesbians aged 55+ to meet informally<br />
at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1<br />
4FQ approx. every 2 months for networking and social<br />
activities. For further info call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@<br />
ageuknotts.org.uk<br />
Age UK Notts “Silver Pride” - a social group for older<br />
gay and bi-men. Offering a range of social activities, walks,<br />
discussions etc. Meeting at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House,<br />
12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ. 2-4pm on 1st Fri monthly.<br />
Cost £1. For further info call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@<br />
ageuknotts.org.uk<br />
Bulwell Foresters Archery Club - we are a small,<br />
friendly group that cater for anyone interested in target<br />
archery from 9 - 90 years! Pop along any Sun: 11am-2.30pm<br />
to Bestwood Road Sports Social Club, NG6 8UA or visit:<br />
www.bulwellforesters.co.uk or call 07983 518915 for more<br />
info.<br />
Badminton Club (ladies only) - needs more members.<br />
Exercise & fun rather than high level play. At Papplewick &<br />
Linby Village Hall, Mon: 4.30-6.30pm. Call in or ring Bernice<br />
on 0115 963 7228<br />
Byron Probus Club (Ravenshead) - spritely retired old<br />
codgers meet second and fourth Thurs monthly. 12 noon<br />
at Portland College off A60. Contact David Turner 01623<br />
793039.<br />
Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage<br />
Society - Meet first Tues monthly at 7pm, Blidworth<br />
Welfare. For further info contact the secretary Mrs Dale<br />
Smallwood on 01623 479978.<br />
Bootlace Buddies - walking group for single people<br />
over 50. We walk in the Notts, Derby & Leics areas. Walks<br />
between 7-11 miles, all grades, every Sun all year. We also<br />
organise weekends away & week holidays in the UK &<br />
Europe. Contact julieking1@hotmail.co.uk for the program.<br />
Bestwood Village WI - meet 4th Wed monthly 7.15pm-<br />
9.30pm at Welfare Pub & Kitchen, 1 Park Rd, Bestwood<br />
Village. For more info email: hellobvwi@gmail.com. Please<br />
contact our President Elizabeth on 0115 975 0787 for more info<br />
on our programme & activities.<br />
City of Nottingham Probus Club - a club for men<br />
over 65, meeting at The New Mechanics Institute, North<br />
Sherwood St, Notts on 3rd Wed monthly at 10am, meetings<br />
start at 10.30am. Interesting talks on many subjects plus<br />
optional lunch. Just turn up or call Robin on 0115 916 4774<br />
or email: r.west8@ntlworld.com<br />
Classic Car Meet - Horse & Groom, Linby. 2nd & 4th Wed<br />
in the summer months. On the rear field, free to enter & view.<br />
Cottage Crafts Group - feeling lonely? want to meet<br />
people and make new friends? Please come along to our<br />
group Mon: 10am - 1pm for a chat and refreshments. No<br />
need to be “crafty”. We meet at Under One Roof, 3A Vine<br />
Terrace, Hucknall. Tel: 0115 952 1236 for more details.<br />
Craft Club - alternate Wednesdays from 2-3pm at the<br />
Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, <strong>NG15</strong> 7HJ. For<br />
more info call 0115 963 4881.<br />
Duke of Edinburgh Open Award Group - meet<br />
fortnightly, Wed 7pm-8.30pm at Rolls Royce Leisure, Watnall<br />
Rd, Hucknall. Open to all ages from 13 ½ to 23 yrs. For more<br />
info Chris on 07906 312673.<br />
Erewash Valley Wood Turners Association - meet<br />
2nd Wed monthly at Greasley St Mary’s Church Hall, NG16<br />
2AB. For more info visit www.evwa.org.uk<br />
Ellenismos Greek Dancing – Mon: 8pm-9.30pm at<br />
St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members<br />
welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email:<br />
m.beedham@ntlworld.com<br />
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Edgewood Judo Club - meet Fridays at 6pm at The<br />
Grove, Hucknall United Reformed Church, Farleys Grove,<br />
Hucknall, <strong>NG15</strong> 6FG. For details call 0115 952 1346.<br />
Eric Coates Society - Meets Wednesdays, bi-monthly 7<br />
- 9pm at the Godber Centre. Contact Geoff 0115 9634662 or<br />
Peter 0115 953 7393. Actively promoting the life and music<br />
of Eric Coates.<br />
Enjoy a game of Whist? - then come and join us at<br />
6.30pm on Mon evenings at Papplewick Village Hall. Friendly<br />
mixed ability group would welcome new players including<br />
beginners. For further details ring 0115 963 4643.<br />
footloose walking club - meet friendly, like minded<br />
people 50+. Approx. 10 mile walks all year on Sundays &<br />
some Sats. Own transport required. Call Sue: 0115 9606 530<br />
or Peter: 07902 098676 or www.footloosewalking.org<br />
Ford Capri Club - meet at the Little John Pub, Main Road,<br />
Ravenshead on the 1st & 3rd Thurs monthly at 8.15pm. For<br />
more details call Alan Sutcliffe on 01623 438967, email:<br />
alan@capriclub2000.co.uk or www.capriclub2000.co.uk<br />
Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community<br />
group for all interested in supporting the Park. For more<br />
details check www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@<br />
ntlworld.com.<br />
Friends of Moor Pond Wood - Papplewick. A<br />
community group involved with woodland management and<br />
archaeology along the River Leen. Meets last Wed of the<br />
month in Papplewick Village Hall. Non members welcome.<br />
Visit: http://moorpond.papplewick.org/index.html<br />
Friends of Nottingham Museum - monthly meetings<br />
with speakers in The Mechanics, North Sherwood St. For<br />
details of meetings: Janet: 0115 922 1734 or janetlievesley@<br />
gmail.com<br />
Gedling Round Table - are you male, aged 18-45 with<br />
some free time? Why not try Gedling Round Table. It’s about<br />
having fun with a great group and trying something new<br />
every fortnight. Our contact details on FB: @Gedling RT.<br />
Email: Gedling RT@gmail.com<br />
The Greasley Players - small amateur dramatics<br />
group. We welcome new members interested in acting,<br />
set construction, producing or any aspect of stage craft).<br />
For details of our up and coming events or to get involved,<br />
please contact us via www.greasleyplayers.co.uk” or join us<br />
on Facebook.<br />
Greenwood STEP CLOG - rhythmic, percussive dancing.<br />
Mon: 8pm, Queen’s Walk Community Centre, NG2 2DF.<br />
Actively seeking new male & female dancers/musicians! Our<br />
aim - have FUN, keep fit & uphold a long tradition. Call Tricia:<br />
07731 679072 or Joy/Eric: 0115 978 6858. E: joy.foxley@<br />
gmail.com. www.greenwood-clog.org.uk<br />
Hucknall Round Table - we are a group of ordinary<br />
guys who get to do extraordinary things. Members have<br />
the chance to embrace life to the full & in turn support their<br />
local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info email:<br />
secretary@hucknallroundtable.co.uk.<br />
Hucknall & District Ladies Probus - looking for new<br />
members due to moving to larger premises. Meet 2nd Wed<br />
monthly at Cockliffe Hotel, Burntstump Country Park, NG5<br />
8PQ from 12 noon. For info call Geri Atkinson on 0115 964 0934<br />
Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thurs at National Junior<br />
School, Montague Rd, Hucknall from 7.15 - 9pm (term time).<br />
Contact 07785 530256.<br />
Hucknall Men’s Probus Club - for retired men. Meet<br />
1st Wed monthly at the Horse & Groom, Linby. 12noon.<br />
Probus movement seeks to give opportunities to retired men<br />
& women to meet socially & listen to speakers. For info call<br />
Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424.<br />
Hucknall Flower Arranging Group - meet on the<br />
first Wed monthly (exc Dec & Jan). 7.30pm at the John<br />
Godber Centre, Hucknall. New members & visitors always<br />
welcome. Contact 0115 963 6894 for more info.<br />
Hucknall Art Society - meet at Watnall Road<br />
Community Centre on Wed. Beginners welcome. Session<br />
lasts from 7pm to 9pm. Any queries please call Harry on<br />
0115 9279 481.<br />
Hucknall Over 60’s Social Group - Watnall Road<br />
Community Centre, Hucknall. Sequence dancing (no<br />
teaching given). Thurs 2-4pm & Mon, Fri & Sat 7.30pm -<br />
10pm. All welcome. Phone Christine on 0115 968 1530.<br />
Hucknall Heritage Society - meet second Mon<br />
monthly (except June, July, Aug & Dec). At 7.30pm, Central<br />
Methodist Church, Hucknall.<br />
Hucknall & Linby Dolphins Swimming Club -<br />
enjoy swimming? learning to swim? looking to improve<br />
stamina, speed & fitness? Are you interested in becoming<br />
more involved in competitive swimming? If so we<br />
are looking for new members. Please contact www.<br />
hucknallandlinbydolphins.org.uk or find us on facebook:<br />
www.facebook.com/hucknallandlinbydolphins<br />
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Hucknall Leenside W.I - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly.<br />
Central Methodist Church Hall at 7.15pm.<br />
Hucknall 50+ Table Tennis Club - for all ages &<br />
abilities. Wed: 7pm-10pm at United Reform Church,<br />
Hucknall, <strong>NG15</strong> 6EG. For more info call 0115 779 0329<br />
Hucknall Rotary Club - is for fellowship, helping the<br />
community & raising money for worthy causes both locally<br />
and worldwide. Meet at the Horse & Groom, Linby Village<br />
every Tues except after a bank holiday. For more details call<br />
Rtn. Robert Copley on 07778 996939<br />
Hucknall Taking Steps - meet at Under One Roof, Vine<br />
Terrace, Hucknall twice a week. Mon walk starts at 10am &<br />
lasts 1hr. Wed walk starts at 10am for 2hrs. For more info:<br />
0115 963 1916 or geoffcurtis@ymail.com<br />
Hucknall titchfield park bowls club - get active<br />
& make new friends. Qualified coach & friendly members.<br />
Outdoor season runs mid-April to mid-<strong>Sept</strong>. Visit Bowls<br />
Hucknall Facebook page or call Peter: 01159 630728<br />
Interested in Clocks, Watches & Horology - get<br />
involved in the work of the BHI Museum based at the home<br />
of the British Horological Institute in Upton nr Southwell.<br />
Free entry to museum events, regular newsletters &<br />
opportunities to get involved in projects & volunteering. New<br />
members welcome. £25 annual membership. Please call or<br />
email for details: bhimuseum@bhi.co.uk or 01636 817 601<br />
Kimberley & district striders running club - an<br />
inclusive, supportive & friendly running club for all abilities.<br />
Come and give us a try. Meet at Kimberley Leisure Centre,<br />
Wed 7pm. For more info: www.kadsrunning.com.<br />
Knit and Natter - newly formed craft group in <strong>NG15</strong>.<br />
Come along & create your craft with fellow crafters over tea,<br />
coffee, hot choc & cake! All ages welcome. At John Godber<br />
Centre, Hucknall. Wed: 7pm-9pm. Session fee £2.50.<br />
Kindred Spirits Notts - many social activities a month<br />
in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day<br />
trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by<br />
calling 0115 844 0011.<br />
Kirkby & District Hiking Club - we are a friendly hiking<br />
club who meet every 3rd Sun for a 9-10 mile hike, mainly<br />
Derbyshire. For more info call Brian or Cynthia on 0115<br />
9680813<br />
The Ladies Group - held in St Peter & St Paul’s Church<br />
Hall, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall. We meet once a month, on the<br />
3rd Thurs: 2pm - 4pm. For more info contact Mrs Chris<br />
Wood on 01623 752308.<br />
Learn partner dancing -No partner needed. Fun social<br />
night from 7.30pm, 18-80yrs. Mon-Radcliffe-on-Trent, Wed-<br />
Hucknall, Thu-West Bridgford. (Sue 07915671688 or visit<br />
www.cerocheaven.com<br />
Leen Valley Conservation Volunteers - no special<br />
skills, training given, variety of interesting sites. Weekdays<br />
& weekends, refreshments provided. Tel: Lee Scudder on<br />
07753 850758 or leescudder@hotmail.com<br />
Lively, Retired & Semi-Retired Professional/<br />
Business Men - meet socially for lunch on the second and<br />
fourth Thurs monthly. 12 noon at Portland College (off the<br />
A60). Contact Clive Abrahams (Sec.) on 01623 409502<br />
The Lovelace Theatre (amateur) Drama Group -<br />
meet Mon & Thurs at John Godber Community Centre, Ogle<br />
St, Hucknall. New members welcome. Also a junior group<br />
meets Wed. Visit our website: www.lovelace/theatregroup.<br />
co.uk or call Linda on 0115 968 1011 for further info.<br />
Linby Colliery Welfare Ladies Football Club -<br />
Wed 6pm - 8pm. Hucknall National School. All age groups.<br />
Always looking for new players. Competitive football played<br />
on Sun am. Call Carol 07963 820612 or email: carol@linbyfc.co.uk<br />
Making Tracks Walking Group - for single adults<br />
40+ who share a love for the outdoors. We walk every Sun<br />
throughout the year in Derbyshire, Notts & Leicestershire.<br />
Own transport essential. For more info visit: www.<br />
walkwithmakingtracks.org.uk. All new members welcome.<br />
natter - a relaxed, friendly group for anyone aged 60+!<br />
Meet every Wed in the coffee shop area of Watnall Road<br />
Baptist Church, <strong>NG15</strong> 7LD: 1.30pm-3pm for drinks, cakes & a<br />
good chat. For more info call Sue Clarke on 07443 914524.<br />
New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full<br />
programme of events each month - (daytime only) day trips,<br />
theatre, strolls, walks, meals out, places of interest. For<br />
further details contact Joan 929 0902, www.newlifenotts.<br />
org.uk or email: roy.watson4@sky.com<br />
the nottingham centre for the national trust-<br />
Winter talks twice monthly at Nottingham Mechanics, 3<br />
North St, NG1 4EZ. You need to be a member of the National<br />
Trust to join. It’s £6 pp per annum. Talks £3pp or £4 guests.<br />
For more info: Barbara McDonald on 0115 975 7800 or<br />
bmcdonald351@btinternet.com or www.ntnottingham.uk<br />
Nottingham Socialising - social group for 20 - 40’s.<br />
Events include pub nights, quizzes, walks, classical concerts<br />
and any other social event - find us on facebook.<br />
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Nottingham Oddfellows - are you lonely? Want to get<br />
out & meet people in a friendly atmosphere? Join us on the<br />
first Fri monthly @ 11am - Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North<br />
Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. For more info call Karen: 01476<br />
979572 or karen.pye-smith@oddfellows.co.uk. All welcome.<br />
The Nottingham Mechanics - 3 North Sherwood St,<br />
NG1 4EZ. Your friendly social centre, is now OPEN again<br />
and ready to welcome members and visitors back to enjoy<br />
our activities. These will be gradually resumed in a safe<br />
environment where you can relax with your friends. More<br />
information on: 0115 9145838 or 0115 9523048.<br />
Newark Speakers - meet at the Newark Town Bowls Club,<br />
NG24 1TS on Mon: 7.30pm. At your local speakers club,<br />
become a better speaker and presenter in a welcoming,<br />
supportive environment. Gain skills and confidence in public<br />
speaking. For more info: newarkspeakersclub@hotmail.<br />
co.uk. For meeting dates visit: www.newarkspeakers.org.uk<br />
Newstead Garden Tours - enjoy the glories of Newstead<br />
Abbey’s gardens on a walking tour with a knowledgeable &<br />
friendly guide. Free to clubs, societies or family groups of 5 +<br />
(charity donation appreciated). Dates to suit. Contact Philip<br />
on 01623 793453 or philedjones@yahoo.co.uk<br />
Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything.<br />
Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6,<br />
BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3<br />
1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk<br />
Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th<br />
Wednesdays (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We<br />
welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or<br />
unpublished - and all genres are catered for. For information<br />
email: info@nottinghamwritersclub.org.uk<br />
Nottingham Wayfarers’ Rambling Club - new<br />
members welcome to join our Sunday walks, usually into the<br />
Peaks, but other areas too. We often offer 3 different walks<br />
to suit all abilities. For more detail contact John on 01623<br />
469427 or see our website: www.nottinghamwayfarers.com<br />
Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Tues<br />
monthly at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For<br />
details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website:<br />
www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk<br />
Nottingham rspb group - are you interested in birds &<br />
nature? Why not join our group? We enjoy monthly meetings<br />
with guest speakers, outings & walks. For more info visit:<br />
www.rspb.org.uk/groups/nottingham<br />
Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet<br />
every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (<strong>Sept</strong>-June) at Wollaton Park<br />
Community Centre, 15 Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Excellent<br />
speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info<br />
visit: www.nnps.org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198<br />
The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant<br />
Society - welcomes all interested in plants & gardening.<br />
Meet 2nd Fri monthly from <strong>Sept</strong>-April at St Paul’s Church<br />
Hall, Boundary Rd, NG2. Doors @ 7pm for 7.30pm start. For<br />
more info visit: www.nottmhps.org.uk, e: hps.nottingham.<br />
group@gmail.com or call Carol on 0115 914 2474<br />
Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For info<br />
& support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal issues,<br />
coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on<br />
0115 934 8485 (Mon to Fri 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@<br />
nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040<br />
Nottingham Backgammon Club - meet Mon: 8.30pm<br />
at The Lion, Mosely St, NG7 7FQ. No membership fees, no<br />
playing fees. The Lion is a Real Ale Pub. Call Keith Gray -<br />
07717 058856 for more info.<br />
Nottinghamshire footpaths preservation<br />
society - guided walks every other Tuesday:10.30am.<br />
About 8 miles. Non-members welcome. Call Alan:07989<br />
62942 or www.nottsfps.org.uk<br />
Nottingham Flower Club - welcomes new members<br />
for demos & workshops. Thurs evening at Bluecoat School,<br />
NG8 5GY. For details www.nottinghamflowerclub.co.uk or<br />
Facebook or call Lucy on 0115 928 5117<br />
Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet<br />
people? Try new activities & help in your local community,<br />
nationally & internationally through volunteering and<br />
fundraising? Meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st & 3rd<br />
Thurs monthly. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham<br />
Nottingham Organ Society - Bonington Theatre. 1st<br />
Mon monthly: 7.30pm. Come along and listen to an evening<br />
of light musical entertainment. Tickets available at the<br />
Bonington Theatre, Arnold. Call 0115 956 0733<br />
Notts Fuchsia Society - We meet at Wollaton Park<br />
Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on<br />
the 4th Tues monthly. 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demos. All<br />
welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.<br />
Over 60’s & Friends - held in St Peter & St Paul’s church<br />
hall, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall. Meet on 2nd & 4th Tues monthly,<br />
2pm - 4pm. For info call Mrs Eileen Smith on 0115 837 0816.<br />
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Over 60’s Club – Thurs:1.30pm - 2.30pm at the Salvation<br />
Army Community Centre, High St, <strong>NG15</strong> 7HJ. For more info<br />
call 0115 963 4881.<br />
Papplewick Gardening Club - meet on first Wed<br />
monthly at Papplewick Village Hall at 7.30pm. This friendly<br />
group will welcome new members, from surrounding areas<br />
to enjoy speakers & outings. Contact Joan: 01159 632529<br />
Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet<br />
fortnightly from beginning of <strong>Sept</strong> to end of June on a Tues:<br />
2pm - 4pm @ Papplewick Village Hall. New members &<br />
visitors welcome. More info:Vera Preston on 0115 963 9990.<br />
Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley<br />
- Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and<br />
join us. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual<br />
membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 1<br />
Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670<br />
or Trish 07816 216418. All welcome.<br />
Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ professional/<br />
business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed<br />
& a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont<br />
Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: Ken on 07769<br />
834693 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk<br />
Ravenshead Flower Group - meet last Tue monthly<br />
(excl Jan & Dec). NAFAS demonstrators showcase their<br />
flower arranging talents. Come & join us at 7.15pm,<br />
Ravenshead Village Hall. http://www.flowersnorthmidlands.<br />
co.uk/club_info/ravenshead.html<br />
Ravenshead Calligraphy Group - friendly, informal<br />
group. Meet Fri: 10-12 (term time). Beginners welcome. Day<br />
workshops with tutors. Nominal fees to cover room hire &<br />
tutor. For info: isobel.dams@tiscali.co.uk or 0744 3858485.<br />
Ravenshead W.I - meet 3rd Wed, monthly. 7.45pm at The<br />
Centre,St Peter’s, Sheepwalk Lane, Ravenshead. Call: 01623 751307.<br />
Ravenshead petanque club - at Ravenshead Leisure<br />
Centre. Winter sessions: Wed & Sat 1.30 - 3.30pm. Visitors<br />
very welcome - no experience required. Refreshments<br />
provided. Just turn up and give it a try - or contact Martin<br />
07377 670728/e: ravensheadpetanque@gmail.com<br />
renew 34 - a quiet, shared space for adults where it’s OK to not<br />
be OK. We meet every Wednesday morning - 10-12 at Watnall Road<br />
Baptist Church. It’s a relaxed, friendly place to do craft and other<br />
hobbies, puzzles, colouring and activities or just have a cuppa and a<br />
chat. Please feel free to just drop in, we’d love to see you.<br />
Robin Hood Probus Club - for retired, partly retired or<br />
nearing retirement men. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tues at The<br />
Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Come<br />
along and meet a group of very interesting, like minded<br />
people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com<br />
Sequence Tea Dance - at Hucknall Leisure Centre on<br />
Tues: 1.30 - 3.30pm. Cost £3. For more info call Lynn Davey<br />
on 01773 813701<br />
Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures<br />
held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New<br />
members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For<br />
further info call 01246 276771 or www.egyptology-ssae.org<br />
Soroptimist International - a group of women who<br />
meet 1st & 3rd Mon monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts<br />
University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support<br />
women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun,<br />
friendship & to help with these projects. For more info &<br />
contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham<br />
Sunday Assembly - are you non-religious but would enjoy<br />
being part of a friendly community that celebrates the one<br />
life we know we have? Different topics every month. Why<br />
not join us on the 1st Sun monthly -11am-12noon at The<br />
Canalhouse, Canal St, Nottingham.<br />
Steady Netball Group- meets at Greasley Leisure<br />
Centre, Thurs: 11am - 12 noon. For more info call: 0115 952<br />
6487 or just turn up.<br />
Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday<br />
first Mon monthly for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley<br />
on 01159 619502.<br />
Why Not Try Dinghy Sailing On The River? - sessions<br />
on Thurs evening & weekends. Juniors from 8yrs welcome<br />
Saturday mornings, they have fun! Go to www.nottinghamsc.<br />
org.uk for more info or email: club@nottinghamsailing.club<br />
Watnall W.I - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly 7.15pm-<br />
9.30pm at Watnall WI Hall, Main Rd, Watnall. For more<br />
details call 0115 953 7679.<br />
Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society -<br />
meet at 7.30pm 4th Wed monthly: St Leonard’s Community<br />
Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village. Bus no.30/parking<br />
at rear. For more info. call Angela Gilbert 0115 928 3414 or<br />
see website www.spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical<br />
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a good read - book reviews<br />
by Willow Coby<br />
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig<br />
We all experience both<br />
good and bad in our<br />
lives. Some people<br />
seem pretty content<br />
with their lot in spite<br />
of adversity, and<br />
some are dissatisfied<br />
even when others<br />
feel they’ve been<br />
dealt a good hand.<br />
At some point all of<br />
us have wondered,<br />
what if? What<br />
if things were<br />
different?<br />
Nora certainly does. She’s in her 20s yet feels<br />
trapped. As a teenager she was destined to<br />
become an Olympic swimmer, but gave it up, went<br />
to university to study philosophy, and ended up<br />
working in a local music shop, living alone with<br />
her cat. Nora’s life seems to be going from bad<br />
to worse, so she decides to not go on living at all,<br />
and one night, just before midnight, she takes an<br />
overdose and writes a goodbye note.<br />
Suddenly she finds herself in a library; an infinite<br />
library where the time is always 00:00 – the<br />
Midnight Library. There she meets Mrs Elm, her<br />
old school librarian, who explains that this is where<br />
she can decide whether or not to live. But she<br />
doesn’t have to live her current life; she can live ANY<br />
possible life that she could ever have had. Every<br />
regret that she ever had has led to another version<br />
of her living that life in another possible existence.<br />
She now has the chance to decide if she would like<br />
to live one of those lives.<br />
The Midnight Library draws on classical<br />
philosophical ideas, and this thought-provoking<br />
novel will lead you to question what happiness is<br />
really all about. Will Nora decide to live and if so,<br />
which life will she choose?<br />
The Squirrels who<br />
Squabbled by Jim Field<br />
This picture book was<br />
loaned to me by the fouryear-old<br />
son of a friend,<br />
who said it was his favourite<br />
book and I should review it –<br />
and I can see why.<br />
It is autumn and all through the forest creatures are<br />
busy storing up the food they need for the winter.<br />
All that is except one squirrel: Spontaneous Cyril.<br />
As usual, he doesn’t bother with that. He imagines<br />
he can grab some food at the last minute. Then the<br />
last minute arrives and he spies a fat pinecone, full<br />
of lovely nuts. It is just what he needs, and he sets<br />
off to acquire it. But he isn’t the only one eyeing it<br />
up. Plan-Ahead Bruce has also seen it. His store is<br />
getting on nicely and this is the perfect pinecone to<br />
finish it off. Who will get to it first?<br />
With wonderful illustrations and text to match it,<br />
this book teaches the value of teamwork to young<br />
readers.<br />
The Queen’s Knickers –<br />
Nicholas Allan<br />
Ever wondered why<br />
the Queen’s Christmas<br />
Speech is so short? It’s<br />
the holly on her knickers.<br />
But they are not her most<br />
impressive pair – well, not<br />
compared to the special parachute-equipped pants<br />
that she wears for transatlantic flights, or the ones<br />
that inflate into a rubber dinghy...<br />
Confused? Don’t worry, Nicholas Allan explains it all in<br />
this gloriously mad and ever-so-slightly-rude fantasy<br />
tale about the Queen’s underwear choices. The text<br />
may be deadpan, but the illustrations show just how<br />
much fun the writer is having dreaming up all kinds of<br />
different knicker varieties. The Queen’s Knickers has<br />
become a modern classic. Go on, take a peek!<br />
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