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Papplewick and Linby Village HallPapplewick and Linby Village Hall is nestled between the picturesque villages of

Papplewick and Linby in Nottingham. We are able to offer an attractive, affordable venue which is ideal for catering for any of the following type of events:

Wedding Receptions • Children’s Parties • MeetingsBirthday or Anniversary Parties • Community Events etc.

The Village Hall comprises of the Evelyn Gray Hall, which has a capacity of 200 and the Bradbury Suite, a comfortable lounge/bar area with a capacity of 50. There is also a well equipped kitchen,

plenty of parking and a cleaning package which will allow you to relax and enjoy your evening.

We look forward to helping you host your special event.

To arrange a viewing or to discuss your

requirements, please call 07817 649643 or email

[email protected]

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Bakes & Banquets is a small local cooking company with a passion for great food, specialising in beautiful cakes and bakes, and exclusive at-home dining, parties and celebrations. Whether a special dinner for two, or a buffet for fifty, call us for a no-obligation chat about your entertaining and catering needs, or visit the website for some great ideas. Call Gary on 07977 457567

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Dear Readers

Welcome to our Spring edition...

It seems like only yesterday we were stuffing ourselves silly with Christmas treats and already the shelves are groaning under the weight of Easter eggs. Arghhhh

We have included our own Easter egg hunt on page 8. Have fun!

If you need a chocolate fix then why not try making the double choc muffins on page 10. So easy and absolutely delicious.

As always please keep in touch with any community news. We love to hear from you.Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Helen

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The job prospects of more than 100 people got a kick start last year thanks to the Nottinghamshire County Council funded Wheels to Work scheme.

Wheels to Work provides a six month loan of a moped or helps fund other transport solutions for people who have been offered a job but have no other way of getting to and from their place of work or training.

The moped loan scheme costs just £15 per week and includes:

A six month moped loan •Moped tax, insurance and breakdown cover •Servicing and maintenance of the moped •Protective clothing (including helmet) and heavy •duty lock for your moped Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) •

To qualify, users of the scheme need to be 16 or over, live in Nottinghamshire, have a provisional (or full) driving licence, been offered a job for a minimum of 16 hours per week and have no other reasonable means of getting to their place of work.

During the moped loan period, users of the scheme need to plan for their transport needs when their time on the project ends, such as

saving up for their own vehicle. They are encouraged to deposit regular savings with Nottingham Credit Union.

Thanks to the County Council funding, the scheme has recently expanded its fleet upto 40 mopeds. It operates out of bases at Kirkby-in-Ashfield,Bingham and Retford and is run by Rural Community Action

Nottinghamshire (RCAN).

Nottinghamshire County Council has provided £50,000 to fund the running costs of Wheels to Work this year which was used to buy the new mopeds and for other running costs. The scheme is also funded in the Rushcliffe area by the Rushcliffe Community partnership.

For further information visit the Wheels to Work website, www.wheelstowork.org.uk or call 01623 727 620.

Transport scheme puts people on the road to employment

EASTER EGG HUNTfind the 5 Easter eggs hidden in the magazine

jot the page numbers down and send them, along with your contact details to:

Easter Egg Competitionng magazines

5a Stanhope CrescentArnold, NG5 7AZ

1 lucky winner will receive a £20 Argos voucher

Closing date: Sat 30 March


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EASTER EGG HUNTfind the 5 Easter eggs hidden in the magazine

jot the page numbers down and send them, along with your contact details to:

Easter Egg Competitionng magazines

5a Stanhope CrescentArnold, NG5 7AZ

1 lucky winner will receive a £20 Argos voucher

Closing date: Sat 30 March

Help in paying for treatment for a young cat called Belle, who has severe injuries, is being sought by a Nottinghamshire charity.Belle was found straying in Nottingham before being taken to a vet practice. Experts believe her injuries are consistent with having had boiling water poured on her – possibly deliberately – thus severely damaging her skin. The vet practice called local animal charity, Animal Accident Rescue Unit (AARU), which has agreed to pay for five month old Belle's treatment and to find her a home.The treatment costs are already mounting to hundreds of pounds. With a long road of treatment ahead of bathing, painkillers and antibiotics, AARU is appealing to the local community to help.Robina Varley from the charity explains: ‘Despite her injuries Belle’s doing well and is an affectionate and trusting cat. Her wounds are open and sore so she’s being bathed daily, she’s on constant pain relief but coping well. We’re committed to providing whatever treatment and care she needs.’Belle is being fostered locally but will eventually need a new home. If you want to help this poor cat, please visit AARU's website at www.animalaccident.org.uk, email: [email protected] or call 0115 931 4274 on how to donate and to find out about rehoming.All other calls to the charity must be made using its Lifeline number 0115 932 1555.

Severely injured young cat rescued by local animal charity

Approx 2000 healthy animals are put to sleep every week in the UK

Low cost speying & neutering schemes for pets available in the

Nottingham area

reg charity: 702569

[email protected]

Martins Farm

Tel: 0115 926 8703

Dorket Head Farm, Arnold, NG5 8PU

Tack Shop • Country Clothing • AccessoriesAnimal Feed • Supplements • Hay/Straw

Shavings • Electric Fencing • GatesFencing Materials • Rug Room

Equestrian & Feed Supplies

www.martinsfarm.co.uk

Muffin Madness!!!Cheese and Bacon Muffins

4 rashers steaky baconsmall onion250g plain flour1 tbsp baking powder100g cheese2 large eggs150ml milk150ml sunflower oilblack pepperchilli powder (opt)

methodHeat oven to 200°. Put 12 cases in a muffin tin. Chop bacon and onion and fry in a little olive oil until cooked, set aside. Sift flour and baking powder into a large bowl. Add pepper, chilli powder and cheese. Then add the bacon and onion. In a jug mix eggs, oil and milk. Pour into the dry ingredients. Mix to combine but don’t beat too much. Divide between the muffin cases. Bake for about 30 mins, delicious when still warm. Makes 12

Gooey Chocolate Muffins250g SR flour2 tbsp cocoa1 tsp baking powder250g choc chunks180g caster sugar2 large eggs175ml milk150ml sunflower oil1 tsp vanilla essence

methodHeat oven to 190° or 170° fan. Put 12 cases in a muffin tin. Sift flour, cocoa powder and baking powder into a large bowl. Add sugar and chocolate. In a jug mix eggs, oil, milk and vanilla essence and add to dry ingredients. Mix well and spoon into muffin cases. Bake for about 25 mins until well risen. Best served warm. Makes 12

Banana and Choc Muffins225g plain flour100g caster sugar1 tbsp baking powderpinch of salt100g chocolate chips1 large eggs4 tbsp milk4 tbsp sunflower oil2 ripe bananas

methodHeat oven to 200° or 190° fan. Put 12 cases in a muffin tin. Sift flour into a mixing bowl, add baking powder, salt, sugar and choc chips. In a jug mix the milk, egg and oil. Mash the bananas and add to the liquid. Pour into the dry ingredients. Mix well. Spoon into muffin cases and bake for 20-25 mins.


looking good, feeling greatMuffin Madness!!!Cheese and Bacon Muffins

4 rashers steaky baconsmall onion250g plain flour1 tbsp baking powder100g cheese2 large eggs150ml milk150ml sunflower oilblack pepperchilli powder (opt)

methodHeat oven to 200°. Put 12 cases in a muffin tin. Chop bacon and onion and fry in a little olive oil until cooked, set aside. Sift flour and baking powder into a large bowl. Add pepper, chilli powder and cheese. Then add the bacon and onion. In a jug mix eggs, oil and milk. Pour into the dry ingredients. Mix to combine but don’t beat too much. Divide between the muffin cases. Bake for about 30 mins, delicious when still warm. Makes 12

Gooey Chocolate Muffins250g SR flour2 tbsp cocoa1 tsp baking powder250g choc chunks180g caster sugar2 large eggs175ml milk150ml sunflower oil1 tsp vanilla essence

methodHeat oven to 190° or 170° fan. Put 12 cases in a muffin tin. Sift flour, cocoa powder and baking powder into a large bowl. Add sugar and chocolate. In a jug mix eggs, oil, milk and vanilla essence and add to dry ingredients. Mix well and spoon into muffin cases. Bake for about 25 mins until well risen. Best served warm. Makes 12

Banana and Choc Muffins225g plain flour100g caster sugar1 tbsp baking powderpinch of salt100g chocolate chips1 large eggs4 tbsp milk4 tbsp sunflower oil2 ripe bananas

methodHeat oven to 200° or 190° fan. Put 12 cases in a muffin tin. Sift flour into a mixing bowl, add baking powder, salt, sugar and choc chips. In a jug mix the milk, egg and oil. Mash the bananas and add to the liquid. Pour into the dry ingredients. Mix well. Spoon into muffin cases and bake for 20-25 mins.

Ballroom, Latin & Freestyledancing for children 3yrs +

Saturday MorningsWatnall Rd Baptist Church, Hucknall

Contact Rachel - 07764 746959www.annculleyschoolofdance.co.uk

Foot Health PractitionerNail Trimming • Corns/Callus Removal • Verrucas

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NORDIC WALKING IN BESTWOOD COUNTRY

PARKWhy not try Nordic Walking? Classes are held in Bestwood Country Park. Poles can be supplied. Nordic walking is suitable for everyone who can walk whatever their level of fitness.Classes:Wednesday: 10.30 - 11.30am from Winding Engine Car Park, Park Road, Bestwood Village, NG5 8TQWednesday: 12.30-13.30 from Bestwood Lodge Drive Car Park, Arnold, NG5 8PDFriday: 10.30 -11.30 from Winding Engine Car Park address details as above. This session focuses on more advanced technique for those who have already learned to Nordic Walk.Saturday: 10.30-11.30 from Winding House Car Park - details as before. Followed by a visit to the Dynamo House Cafe for coffee and a chat.Newcomers to Nordic Walking are requested to contact Glynis on 07889 038495 to arrange a free 30 minute introduction to the technique before attending their first class.Cost is a voluntary contribution of £3 per class.


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ANN CULLEYSchool of Dance(Ann Culley Fellow & Examiner IDTA)

Tel: 0115 9633428Mob: 07711 946335www.annculleyschoolofdance.co.uk

Central Methodist Church, Baker St, HucknallMon: 7pm to 8pm beginners 8pm to 9pm improvers

Papplewick Village HallWed: 8pm to 9pm improvers

Childrens classes are held at the Baptist Church Hall, Watnall Road, Hucknall every Saturday morning (full details on request)

First steps through the door are the most difficult - DANCING MADE EASY!!!

BALLROOM - LATIN SEQUENCE

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What’s On Easter 2013At Making it! Discovery Centre, Littleworth, Mansfi eld

Reward yourself with a few hours peace – leave your children with our experienced staff

Visit our website to download a full pdf www.makingitdiscoverycentre.co.uk or phone for booking information 01623 473200

SPECIAL EASTER CRAFTS

Help us fi nd the chocolate that the Easter Bunny left behind!!

This activity is suitable for children 8+ yrs when accompanied by a full

paying adult

Decorating Easter Bunny Biscuitsand cupcakes all wrapped

up in a specially decorated box

Create your fi rst few pagesusing photographs and items from

special memorable days

Learn basic knitting techniques, choose your own wool and make a

mobile phone cover or purse

This workshop will teach and develop children’s sewing skills

using hand and machine stitching

Make a large torch to helpScooby & Shaggy fi nd their way

home in the dark

Create your own adorable family of “Critter Creatures” and make a

“Crazy Critter House” to carry them all home safely.

Learn basic knitting techniques, Create your own adorable family

KIDS DIARYIf you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: [email protected]

BMX Race Club - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run regular races and coaching sessions. All ages welcome. Race bikes & helmets to loan for new members. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Call Phil on 07985 419101 or www.nottinghamoutlaws.com.Nottingham Boys Choir - We provide a structured environment for boys to sing some of the finest classical music ever written - and modern music too! Come and see why this makes us different. We meet every Wed eve in Carlton. Check out our website www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or call Michael Overbury on 01636 702054.

Funky Feet Dance Class for Children - Street dance and dance games. Pay as you go. Call 0845 680 3865 or email: [email protected]

Scout Association - 0115 952 3617

Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: [email protected] W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs eves 7pm - 9.15pm.

St John Cadets - (10-16yrs) Tues at 6.30 - 8.00pm approx. Call Katie White on 0115 963 1307 or Steve Cross on 0115 952 9683.

Hucknall Pre-school playgroup - Baptist Church, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open Mon/Tue & Fri 9am - 3pm. Wed/Thur 9am - 12pm. For more info call 07544 510610.

Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 4.30 - 6.30pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Carlton.9yrs +. For more info call Dave 0115 961 4114 or Shirley 0115 956 8395 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btik.com

Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Nottinghamshire HQ - 987 7220.

Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) - The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 12-17yrs. Mon 7 - 9pm and Thurs 7 - 9pm.Hucknall Boys Brigade - For more information and contacts see www.18thbb.org.uk

Hucknall Mini’s Basketball - Hucknall Leisure Centre. Tues 7-8pm (7-10yrs) & 8-9pm (11-12yrs). £2.50. Call Adam McGrory on 07732211696.Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursday 7.15 - 9pm at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall. All ages welcome. Contact 07785 530256.

St John Badgers - (6 - 10yrs) Fri at 6pm - 7.15pm approx. Seymour Rd Baptist Church. Call Victoria McIndoe: 01158598167.

Dance Divaz - Dance for fun to all the latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced at £3.50 each & are available from 3yrs to adults, held every Thurs at Bestwood Village Social Club. For individual class times see www.dancedivaz.co.uk, also NEW Street classes now open in Arnold on Friday with J from Groundhogs. For venue & time please call 07954 418481

Magical Movers - singing dancing and having fun in Hucknall and Bestwood Village. Call Helen on 07947 350760 - www.magicalmovers.co.uk

Oceans of Fun Indoor Soft Play Centre - Spring St, Hucknall - suitable for 0-11yrs. Open 7 days. Comfy area for adults & cafe. Parties from £6.60 per child. Outdoor play area with seating. Free car park. See www.oceansoffun.co.uk or call 0115 963 3961 for more info.Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Primary School, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346.Rolls Royce Soccer School - for 5 to 7 yr old boys & girls every Saturday morning 10 til 12pm. Watnall Road, Hucknall. Contact head coach John Cheetham on 07920 154129 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet Thursdays 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information.

Rolls Royce Leisure JFC - Tues - 6-8pm, Wed - 6-8pm, Thurs -6-9pm. All age groups. Always looking for new players to join our family friendly club playing Sat am/pm & Sun am. Call Andrew on 0750 6040864 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

All correct answers will be entered into a draw. The winner will be notified by Monday 8 April 2013. The tickets are for the 7.30pm

performance on Monday 22 April 2013.

Just answer the following.....Who was Flavia’s partner in the 2012 series of Strictly

Come Dancing?Send your answer & contact details on

or before Friday 5 April 2013 to:ng magazines, 5a Stanhope Crescent, Arnold, NG5 7AZ

WIN Two TICKETS!!

for the opening night of

Midnight Tango,

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Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace

Midnight Tango will be at the Theatre Royal

from April 22 - 27.For tickets and info:

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1. Check out which subjects your child really enjoys. Enthusiasm is a powerful motivator.2. Take a look at your child’s progress. Doing well in a subject is a sign that your child is quite happy to meet the challenges of further study in that area. 3. Encourage your child to talk to their teachers or go for a chat yourself. They can give advice on what the course entails and whether it suits your child’s particular talents4. But make sure that your child is not planning to choose a course based on their current subject teacher. 5.The same goes for friends’ choices. Keep an eye on decisions based upon friends’ options choices and influence. 6. Take a close look together at how the course is structured. Look at the balance of exams and assessment for each course and check that this suits how your child works best. 7. In fact balance is a good theme to follow. Your child’s choices will ideally represent a good variety of subjects that will keep their options wide open for the future.8. If your child has ideas about what they might want to do as a career, then take a look at which subjects will best support them in this endeavour – it all helps!9. Beware of falling into the pushy parent trap! Be open-minded about the paths your children will walk and embrace their talents!10. Talk to the school about how they keep an eye on your kids as they start this new journey.

It’s the start of a new year and for those with children in Year 9 (or year 8 at some schools) there begins the nail biting process of choosing the subject options that they will see through to their GCSEs or equivalent in Year 11.

So the team at Arnold Hill Academy in Nottinghamshire have put together their top tips for parents to help them support their children at this important stage of their school career.

TEN TOP TIPS FOR PARENTS!

If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: [email protected]

Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email [email protected]

Notts Gosh - (Nottingham Gynae - oncology support & help group) support in the aftermath of various gynae cancers. Support, information, understanding or simply a cup of tea. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Tues of the month in the Urology Seminar Room at Nottingham City Hospital from 7-9pm (meet in Maternity foyer at 6.45pm) For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or [email protected]

Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: [email protected]

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Carers in Hucknall & surrounding areas - meet at Hucknall Library Meeting Room on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday, monthly. From 1.30pm to 4pm. All welcome.

Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: [email protected]

Indigo Kids - is a charity & support group for children on the autistic spectrum & related social & communication difficulties including fragile x, their parents/carers and siblings. We have the Autism Resource Centre (The Arc) to help or just for a chat and a cuppa. We offer activities, youth club during school time and day trips during holidays. It is a safe place where the kids are not judged. We have a Parent Partnership Service drop in session every other week during school term. email: [email protected]. Web: www.indigokids.org.uk or call 07905 586 910 or 07549 170490.

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

Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-to-face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor David Hall on 07973 113882 or email: [email protected].

Hard of Hearing/Deafened - for anyone who has a hearing loss & communicates in spoken English, Nottinghamshire Deaf Society runs a monthly Hard of Hearing Social Group (4th Friday, 10am-2pm) & evening lip-reading classes (next course starts 3rd Nov). For further details contact Rachael by phone 0115 988 7576, text 07817 275253 or email: [email protected]

Breathe Easy Nottingham West - Welcomes people with all forms of lung disease giving support for carers, friends & family. Plus weekly specially designed exercise group every Thursday. Meetings are held on 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1.30pm-3pm at Eastwood & District Victory Club, Walker St, Eastwood, Nottingham, NG16 3EN. Call Teresa on 01773 769068.

Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship and support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: [email protected] Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more information.

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - MESH is Nottingham’s self help group for people with ME/CFS. We have socials & run weekly relaxation, gentle moves & breathing sessions. Some joint events with people who have fibromyalgia. Contact Richard on 0115 925 2586 or email: [email protected]

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

Positive Outcomes - a self help group for people who aim to control their drinking - cutting down or cutting it out. Meet Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm, Nottingham City Centre. For group contact details: Self Help Nottingham Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: [email protected]

The Cornwater Club for Older People - meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am - 2.30pm in Ravenshead. Offers friendship and a variety of stimulating activities. A freshly cooked 2 course meal provided at every session. You can attend as many weekly sessions as you like. Transport available for people living in Blidworth or Ravenshead. All welcome from any area of Nottinghamshire. For a free, no obligation taster day please phone Maxine Dakin, Manager on 01623 491159.

Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: [email protected]

If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: [email protected]

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Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.ukRelate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 950 7836 from 9am to 9pm.

Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.

Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or [email protected] for more info.The Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support Group - Support group for people with dementia, their carers, family and friends. Meet on 3rd Monday of each month from 1.30pm-3.30pm at Kirkby Trinity Community Centre Point, Diamond Ave, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. We welcome people from all areas to drop in for information, support and to meet others over a cuppa. For more info call 01623 556065Hucknall Library Work Club - Meets Thursdays 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Contact: [email protected]

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“Shared Lives is a vital scheme which will help older or disabled people to experience ordinary life with real relationships. Please get in touch if you think you can help.”

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Could you picture someone else in your family?

A new campaign was launched in January to recruit an army of local carers to support adults who need help to live independently.

Shared Lives, which is being run by the County Council, aims to recruit carers from across the county to help support people with physical or learning disabilities, older people or mental health needs. All carers will receive training and ongoing support and will be paid depending on the needs of the person or people they care for.

Shared Lives is looking for carers who can provide a range of support:

• Long term accommodation and support: people who have room in their home and are willing to have someone to live as part of their family for some time. This may be months or years.

• Short breaks: people who can offer a short break for someone while the people who normally support them are having a holiday or have to be away.• Regular short-term support: people who can offer support in the day to promote independence and help people become part of their community.

Councillor Kevin Rostance, Chair of the Adult Social Care and Health Committee, said: “We are looking for caring people who have some time and space in their lives to help an adult. You may be a retired person who has room in your home; a parent who has spare time in the day or someone who works in the week, but has evenings or weekends free.

“Shared Lives is a vital scheme which will help older or disabled people to experience ordinary life with real relationships. Please get in touch if you think you can help.”

Anyone who is interested in becoming a Shared Lives carer can visit www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/sharedlives, email: [email protected] or phone 0300 500 80 80.


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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR SAFER

NEIGHBOURHOODS TEAMS

HUCKNALL POLICE STATION

Watnall Road, HucknallOpening hours:

10am – 6pm Mon to Fri, Closed Sat & Sun

Tel:101, ext. 804 4747

www.nottinghamshire.police.ukHUCKNALL CENTRAL

PC Shaun RadfordTel: 07872 678181

PCSO Simon GazzardTel: 07525 226763

Email: [email protected]

HUCKNALL EASTPC Nigel Malik

Tel: 03003009999 ex: 804 4747

PCSO Rachel HarveyTel: 07595 011962


HUCKNALL NORTHPC Dave Nicks

Tel: 07595 074407PCSO Martin ChiltonTel: 07702 141847


HUCKNALL WESTPC Steve Kirby

Tel: 07702 141762PCSO Simon Zacharia

Tel: 07595 074207Email: hucknallwestbeat@

nottinghamshire.pnn.police.ukTo find out more about

events in your area visit www.nottinghamshire.

police.uk and enter your postcode in the postcode

search tool.

I am pleased to say that crime and disorder has continued to fall rapidly over the past 12 months.

Crime in Hucknall and the surrounding villages has dropped by more than 19% and there were 460 less victims of crime than the previous year.

Damage has reduced by 26%, theft by 33% and burglary by 16%.

We have done this by closely managing offender behaviour and deploying specialised teams in hotspot areas, while working with other agencies.

We have spoken in schools regarding road safety, antisocial behaviour and criminal damage and the effect these offences can have on victims.

We have also pioneered restorative justice in Nottinghamshire in which offenders have to face up to their actions and make reparation.

We continue to read the Neighbourhood Priority Surveys you send us and these form the basis of our local policing priorities. The existing priorities can be viewed at the following web address – www.nottinghamshire.police.uk

Operation DIVOT to tackle burglaries in Hucknall has had a positive outcome – in the last two weeks we have

arrested more than 15 known offenders and executed 12 search warrants. Many of these offenders have been sent straight to prison.

Inspector Nick Butler from Ashfield south and Hucknall said: “Burglars are very often opportunists who will look for homes which have insecure windows and doors, or keys left in locks. There are very simple steps that householders can take to ensure they do not fall victim to similar burglaries.

“They include locking all entrances and windows when you go to bed at night, or even when you leave a room. Keep keys in a safe place out of view and make sure valuable items are not left out on display.

“If you have a flap for a dog or cat, it is best to have one that can only be opened from the inside.”

Plenty of useful crime prevention advice is available on the Nottinghamshire Police website www.nottinghamshire.police.uk

Anyone with information about crime in their area should contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101 ext 806 3633 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Inspector Nick ButlerAshfield South and Hucknall

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NEIGHBOURHOODS TEAMS

HUCKNALL POLICE STATION

Watnall Road, HucknallOpening hours:

10am – 6pm Mon to Fri, Closed Sat & Sun

Tel:101, ext. 804 4747

www.nottinghamshire.police.ukHUCKNALL CENTRAL

PC Shaun RadfordTel: 07872 678181

PCSO Simon GazzardTel: 07525 226763


HUCKNALL EASTPC Nigel Malik

Tel: 03003009999 ex: 804 4747

PCSO Rachel HarveyTel: 07595 011962


HUCKNALL NORTHPC Dave Nicks

Tel: 07595 074407PCSO Martin ChiltonTel: 07702 141847


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Tel: 07702 141762PCSO Simon Zacharia

Tel: 07595 074207Email: hucknallwestbeat@

nottinghamshire.pnn.police.ukTo find out more about

events in your area visit www.nottinghamshire.

police.uk and enter your postcode in the postcode

search tool.

I am pleased to say that crime and disorder has continued to fall rapidly over the past 12 months.

Crime in Hucknall and the surrounding villages has dropped by more than 19% and there were 460 less victims of crime than the previous year.

Damage has reduced by 26%, theft by 33% and burglary by 16%.

We have done this by closely managing offender behaviour and deploying specialised teams in hotspot areas, while working with other agencies.

We have spoken in schools regarding road safety, antisocial behaviour and criminal damage and the effect these offences can have on victims.

We have also pioneered restorative justice in Nottinghamshire in which offenders have to face up to their actions and make reparation.

We continue to read the Neighbourhood Priority Surveys you send us and these form the basis of our local policing priorities. The existing priorities can be viewed at the following web address – www.nottinghamshire.police.uk

Operation DIVOT to tackle burglaries in Hucknall has had a positive outcome – in the last two weeks we have

arrested more than 15 known offenders and executed 12 search warrants. Many of these offenders have been sent straight to prison.

Inspector Nick Butler from Ashfield south and Hucknall said: “Burglars are very often opportunists who will look for homes which have insecure windows and doors, or keys left in locks. There are very simple steps that householders can take to ensure they do not fall victim to similar burglaries.

“They include locking all entrances and windows when you go to bed at night, or even when you leave a room. Keep keys in a safe place out of view and make sure valuable items are not left out on display.

“If you have a flap for a dog or cat, it is best to have one that can only be opened from the inside.”

Plenty of useful crime prevention advice is available on the Nottinghamshire Police website www.nottinghamshire.police.uk

Anyone with information about crime in their area should contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101 ext 806 3633 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Inspector Nick ButlerAshfield South and Hucknall

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Demand from industry and transport for coal to drive machinery, railways or ships was the reason for the incredible expansion of the coal mining industry between 1800 and 1900. Early coal mines were fairly small. Until around 1840 few mines were worked by more than 50 men, but as technical advances allowed the working of deeper seams, more men were employed and the capital necessary to start a new colliery increased proportionately.

References to coal mining in the East Midlands are found in charters dating back to the Medieval period. Leicestershire owners took advantage of the coal outcrops or shallow seams around Swannington, Coleorton and the Swadlincote area of the Leicestershire Wolds. In 1822 at Whitwick borings were made by William Stenson which located several seams and resulted in his opening a small colliery in 1824. Stenson and a man called John Ellis consulted the Stephenson’s of Northumberland about the feasibility of building a railway line to serve this pit and others nearby. It was Robert Stephenson who surveyed the route and was engaged to undertake the work. While work progressed on this railway Robert sank Snibston coal mine.

Early Nottinghamshire collieries were located on the western boundary with Derbyshire; from Radford and Wollaton in the south to Teversal and Sutton in the north but were mostly small scale operations. The twenty pits working around Notts. listed by Farey in 1808 were unlikely to have had more than 1,000 to 1,500 men between them and were found to be on what is known as ‘the exposed coalfield’, The ones nearest to Hucknall Torkard were in the Bulwell or Greasley areas which were owned by Thomas North and the Barber Walker Company.

In the first part of the nineteenth century Thomas North and partners sunk a few pits east of the exposed coalfield line. Then several more miles eastwards, early in 1861, something happened which was to breathe more life into Hucknall – the first spadefuls of earth were turned up by Edward Shipley Ellis, his brother Alfred, William Paget and William Walker – the partners of Hucknall Colliery Company. All the men were from Leicestershire.

Eliza Ellis wrote in a letter dated 28th March 1861; “On the edge of my window lies a specimen of the stone first turned up on Wednesday in commencing the new coal pits at Hucknall. My brothers and John Edward (my nephew) and the working partner went over on that day to take possession and each person dug a spadeful of earth and then a cheer was raised for the new company”.

John Ellis the father of the Ellis family already mentioned, was one of the promoters of the successful Leicester to Swannington railway. It opened in 1832 and its engine ‘The Comet’ was the first locomotive to run south of Manchester. He had obviously been carefully watching events as Stenson sank Whitwick and the Stephenson’s sank Snibston Collieries and encouraged his family to emulate them when the chance arose.

Even with this example before them the partners of Hucknall Colliery Company must have needed courage and capital to consider sinking what was to become Hucknall No 1 Colliery (Top Pit) so far east of previous mines. It was the first pit to be sunk in the Leen Valley. Land for this colliery was rented from the Duke of Portland from Lady Day – 25th March 1861.

“Hucknall Torkard was a village of 2,836 people in 1861 whose inhabitants were mostly engaged in agriculture” but also included framework knitters. It was similar to many other villages and was dominated by some of the more prosperous tenants and the agent of the chief landowner who was the Duke of Portland. A visitor said “the houses are built without much regard to regularity or taste and in nearly every instance of the warm local tinted limestone; many are much dilapidated”. White’s Directory of 1864 stated that Hucknall was a “considerable and well built village consisting of one long street where many of the population are working as framework knitters making wool or shetland shawls or falls”. Obviously these are contrasting views of Hucknall in the 1860s but the village was certainly going to change drastically as No.1 Colliery came into coal production and sinking commenced at No.2.

(To be continued)

HUCKNALL PITS AND PEOPLE by Maureen Newton

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References to coal mining in the East Midlands are found in charters dating back to the Medieval period. Leicestershire owners took advantage of the coal outcrops or shallow seams around Swannington, Coleorton and the Swadlincote area of the Leicestershire Wolds. In 1822 at Whitwick borings were made by William Stenson which located several seams and resulted in his opening a small colliery in 1824. Stenson and a man called John Ellis consulted the Stephenson’s of Northumberland about the feasibility of building a railway line to serve this pit and others nearby. It was Robert Stephenson who surveyed the route and was engaged to undertake the work. While work progressed on this railway Robert sank Snibston coal mine.

Early Nottinghamshire collieries were located on the western boundary with Derbyshire; from Radford and Wollaton in the south to Teversal and Sutton in the north but were mostly small scale operations. The twenty pits working around Notts. listed by Farey in 1808 were unlikely to have had more than 1,000 to 1,500 men between them and were found to be on what is known as ‘the exposed coalfield’, The ones nearest to Hucknall Torkard were in the Bulwell or Greasley areas which were owned by Thomas North and the Barber Walker Company.

In the first part of the nineteenth century Thomas North and partners sunk a few pits east of the exposed coalfield line. Then several more miles eastwards, early in 1861, something happened which was to breathe more life into Hucknall – the first spadefuls of earth were turned up by Edward Shipley Ellis, his brother Alfred, William Paget and William Walker – the partners of Hucknall Colliery Company. All the men were from Leicestershire.

Eliza Ellis wrote in a letter dated 28th March 1861; “On the edge of my window lies a specimen of the stone first turned up on Wednesday in commencing the new coal pits at Hucknall. My brothers and John Edward (my nephew) and the working partner went over on that day to take possession and each person dug a spadeful of earth and then a cheer was raised for the new company”.

John Ellis the father of the Ellis family already mentioned, was one of the promoters of the successful Leicester to Swannington railway. It opened in 1832 and its engine ‘The Comet’ was the first locomotive to run south of Manchester. He had obviously been carefully watching events as Stenson sank Whitwick and the Stephenson’s sank Snibston Collieries and encouraged his family to emulate them when the chance arose.

Even with this example before them the partners of Hucknall Colliery Company must have needed courage and capital to consider sinking what was to become Hucknall No 1 Colliery (Top Pit) so far east of previous mines. It was the first pit to be sunk in the Leen Valley. Land for this colliery was rented from the Duke of Portland from Lady Day – 25th March 1861.

“Hucknall Torkard was a village of 2,836 people in 1861 whose inhabitants were mostly engaged in agriculture” but also included framework knitters. It was similar to many other villages and was dominated by some of the more prosperous tenants and the agent of the chief landowner who was the Duke of Portland. A visitor said “the houses are built without much regard to regularity or taste and in nearly every instance of the warm local tinted limestone; many are much dilapidated”. White’s Directory of 1864 stated that Hucknall was a “considerable and well built village consisting of one long street where many of the population are working as framework knitters making wool or shetland shawls or falls”. Obviously these are contrasting views of Hucknall in the 1860s but the village was certainly going to change drastically as No.1 Colliery came into coal production and sinking commenced at No.2.

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Grand Central ChorusA Champion Year Ahead

Fundraising is at the forefront of the Chorus activities this year to support them in competing, as British Champions, at the International Barbershop Convention in Toronto, Canada.

An auction is being held on the 6th April, 2013, at the Long Eaton Silver Prize Band Hall, Salisbury Street, NG10 4BA. Viewing 12 noon to 1pm when the auction commences. Come along and pick up a bargain, household goods and collectables are coming under the hammer.

The next concert is at 7.30pm on the 20th April, 2013 at the Emmanuel Church, Forest Road, Loughborough, LE11 3NW. On the bill is the Chorus, their two quartets ‘Grand Dads’, the Chorus seniors and ‘Homespun’ featuring a Dad and his three lads plus the very talented Act One Youth Musical Theatre Group from Shepshed. One other act is to be announced. The Compere will be BBC Radio Leicester presenter Dave Andrews. Tickets £8 on the door or from Peter on 01530243912.

Draw tickets, with a first prize of £400, are being sold. If you would like some they will be available at the above events or contact us at the e-mail address below. See the website www.grandcentralchorus.com for up to date information.Sponsorship is being sought from East Midland businesses. Nelson on 07967091202 is the man to call if interested.If you are seeking an entertainment contact Peter on 01530 243822 or e-mail as below. Fees are negotiable. Quality is guaranteed. E-mail [email protected] with any enquiry.

Rehearsals are at Harrington School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ at 7.15.pm every Wednesday. If you are a potential singer, sponsor, booker or just curious you will be welcome.

chorus roundupHucknall &

Linby Mining Community Brass

Hucknall and Linby Mining Community Brass travelled to Skegness Butlins in the snow to

take part in the10th annual Butlins Mineworkers Open Brass Band Festival.

105 bands from across the country competed in 7 sections for the largest prize money awards in the country. Hucknall and Linby played in the third section with the set test piece of music called “ A Gallimaufry Suite by Philip Harper”. They were awarded the magnificent N.U.M. Challenge Trophy for the best performance by a mining band in their section. They also were awarded second prize in the competion winning £1000.

The bands musical director Paul Whyley (pictured)praised the entire band for the hard work they had put in to achieve this high standard of technical playing. Needless to say this young band celebrated their winning streak well into the night! Paul praised the winning band Boarshurst Silver from Saddleworth who just pipped our band to the first prize, he also reflected on what our band had achieved in recent contests.

Bolsover Music Festival. Oct 2012. 1st PlaceLeicester Brass Band Open. Nov 2012. 1st

PlaceButlins Mineworkers Open. Jan 2013. 2nd

Place

Paul also thanked the people of Hucknall for their continued support

and encouragement for this talented band.

Grand Central ChorusA Champion Year Ahead

Fundraising is at the forefront of the Chorus activities this year to support them in competing, as British Champions, at the International Barbershop Convention in Toronto, Canada.

An auction is being held on the 6th April, 2013, at the Long Eaton Silver Prize Band Hall, Salisbury Street, NG10 4BA. Viewing 12 noon to 1pm when the auction commences. Come along and pick up a bargain, household goods and collectables are coming under the hammer.

The next concert is at 7.30pm on the 20th April, 2013 at the Emmanuel Church, Forest Road, Loughborough, LE11 3NW. On the bill is the Chorus, their two quartets ‘Grand Dads’, the Chorus seniors and ‘Homespun’ featuring a Dad and his three lads plus the very talented Act One Youth Musical Theatre Group from Shepshed. One other act is to be announced. The Compere will be BBC Radio Leicester presenter Dave Andrews. Tickets £8 on the door or from Peter on 01530243912.

Draw tickets, with a first prize of £400, are being sold. If you would like some they will be available at the above events or contact us at the e-mail address below. See the website www.grandcentralchorus.com for up to date information.Sponsorship is being sought from East Midland businesses. Nelson on 07967091202 is the man to call if interested.If you are seeking an entertainment contact Peter on 01530 243822 or e-mail as below. Fees are negotiable. Quality is guaranteed. E-mail [email protected] with any enquiry.

Rehearsals are at Harrington School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ at 7.15.pm every Wednesday. If you are a potential singer, sponsor, booker or just curious you will be welcome.

chorus roundupHucknall &

Linby Mining Community Brass

Hucknall and Linby Mining Community Brass travelled to Skegness Butlins in the snow to

take part in the10th annual Butlins Mineworkers Open Brass Band Festival.

105 bands from across the country competed in 7 sections for the largest prize money awards in the country. Hucknall and Linby played in the third section with the set test piece of music called “ A Gallimaufry Suite by Philip Harper”. They were awarded the magnificent N.U.M. Challenge Trophy for the best performance by a mining band in their section. They also were awarded second prize in the competion winning £1000.

The bands musical director Paul Whyley (pictured)praised the entire band for the hard work they had put in to achieve this high standard of technical playing. Needless to say this young band celebrated their winning streak well into the night! Paul praised the winning band Boarshurst Silver from Saddleworth who just pipped our band to the first prize, he also reflected on what our band had achieved in recent contests.

Bolsover Music Festival. Oct 2012. 1st PlaceLeicester Brass Band Open. Nov 2012. 1st

PlaceButlins Mineworkers Open. Jan 2013. 2nd

Place

Paul also thanked the people of Hucknall for their continued support

and encouragement for this talented band.

Mansfield’s new theatre, based at Vision West Nottinghamshire College on Derby Road, has an exciting new season of performances planned.

March 2013Stand Up ComicsWed 6 at 7.30pmFinding JoySat 9 at 7.30pmA Lyrical Dance ConcertMon 11 at 7.30pmSomeone Like MeWed 13 & Thurs 14 at 7.30pmLittle Shop of Horrors Fri 22-Sat 23 at 7pm

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Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents and let the kids play with other Spanish speaking children? Then get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on [email protected]

Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502.

Classic Cars, Bikes & Custom - Likeminded enthusiasts meet at Cafe Janais, Cattle Market, Nott’ham. 2nd & 4th Wed every month. For info call Brian on 07836 794541.

Hucknall Dolls House Group - every 2nd Thursday at Bentinck Conservative Club, 5 Portland Rd, Hucknall from 7 - 9pm. For more info call Sofia on 07790 334540.Linby Colliery Welfare Ladies Football Club - Wed 6pm - 8pm. Hucknall National School. All age groups. Always looking for new players. Competitive football played on Sun am. Call Carol 07963 820612 or email: [email protected] Education Courses - beginners up to level 1; very small groups. Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Call 0115 884 2749 or email: [email protected]

Hucknall Men’s Probus Club - for retired men.Meet 1st Wed in month at The Horse & Groom, Linby. 12noon. For information contact Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424.Eric Coates Society - Meets Wednesdays, bi-monthly 7 - 9pm at the Godber Centre. Contact Geoff 0115 9634662 or Peter 0115 953 7393. Actively promoting the life and music of Eric Coates.Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursdays at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall from 7.15 - 9pm (term time only). Contact 07785 530256.

Enjoy a game of Whist? - then come and join us at 6.30pm on Monday evenings at Papplewick Village Hall. Friendly mixed ability group would welcome new players including beginners. For further details ring 0115 963 4643.Byron Probus Club (Ravenshead) - spritely old retired codgers meet second and fourth Thursday in month. 12 noon at Portland College off A60. Contact David Turner 01623 793039.

Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details email:[email protected] or visit our discussion forum website at www.bestwood-country-park.co.uk

Leen Valley Conservation Volunteers - no special skills, training given, variety of interesting sites. Weekdays & weekends, refreshments provided. Tel: Lee Scudder on 07753 850758 or [email protected]

Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Primary School, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346.

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk

Leenside W.I (Hucknall) - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly. Central Methodist Church Hall at 7.15pm.

Watnall WI - meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Watnall WI Hall, Main Rd, Watnall. For more details call 0115 953 7679.

Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet fortnightly from end of September to end of May on a Tuesday afternoon. Further information from Maureen Slack on 01773 786725.Newstead W.I - meet every 3rd Monday of the month at The Station Hotel, Newstead Village at 7.30pm. All welcome. Come along and try our friendly WI. Further info on 01623 723437.Abbey Gates W.I (Ravenshead) - meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at Ravenshead Village Hall at 7.30pm. New members and visitors always welcome. For further details please phone 01623 793753/01623 793783.

Ravenshead W.I - meet on the 3rd Wednesday, monthly. 7.45pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Sheepwalk Lane.Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Bestwood Village Community Centre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. To check out our programme of events go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: [email protected]

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wednesday and a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: Mike 0115 920 0164 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

ZUMBA with Charmaine! - (Licensed Instructor) Tuesdays 7pm - 8pm at Papplewick and Linby Village Hall. All abilities welcome. Just turn up! Call/text 07741 448289 for info. Only £4. Easy to follow, burn calories and have FUN FUN FUN!

DEVINE FITNESS - exercise to music. Keep fit the fun way. A friendly group that welcomes all ages and abilities. Tues 7-8pm at the Empire Club, Morven Ave, Hucknall NG15 7RE. Only £3. Fully qualified & insured. Member of the Register of Exercise Professionals. Just turn up or ring/text Jane on 07946 183058 for more info.

Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at Longbow, Calverton Rd, Arnold, NG5 8FQ. Speaker & lunch. Call Derek 962 1932 or [email protected]

Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at St Margarets Church Hall, Aspley Lane, Nottingham, NG8 5GE on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

Ford Capri Club - meet at the Little John Pub, Main Road, Ravenshead on the 1st & 3rd Thursday every month at 8.15pm. For more details call Alan Sutcliffe on 01623 438967, email: [email protected] or www.capriclub2000.co.uk

Community Diary cont.....If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: [email protected]

Hucknall Flower Arranging Group - meet on the first Wednesday of each month (exc Dec & Jan). 7.30pm at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall. New members & visitors always welcome. Contact 0115 963 6894 for more infio.

Hucknall Heritage Society - meet second Monday of the month (except June, July, Aug & Dec). At 7.30pm, Central Methodist Church, Hucknall.

Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Janet-0115 9375861.Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities & help in your local community, nationally & internationally through volunteering and fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.

Kimberley Association of Artists - invites new members to attend our weekly meetings at Nat Puri Community Room, Kimberley School, Newdigate St, Kimberley. We meet 7pm til 9pm every Monday (except bank holidays). Contact Ann Wheat on 07944 487278Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 9pm at the Horse & Groom (8 cask ales, sandwiches, friendly atmosphere), Radford Rd, NG7 7EA. No membership fees, no playing fees. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info.Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony with the GCC. Every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied.

Friends of Moor Pond Wood - Papplewick. A community group involved with woodland management and archaeology along the River Leen. Meets last Wed of the month in Papplewick Village Hall. Non members welcome. Visit: http://moorpond.papplewick.org/index.html

Kirkby & District Hiking Club - we are a friendly hiking club who meet every 3rd Sunday for a 9-10 mile hike, mainly Derbyshire. For more info call Brian or Cynthia on 0115 9680813

Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423.

The Nottingham Branch of the Hardy Plant Society - meet on the 2nd Friday monthly (Oct-April) at West Bridgford Community Hall, Church Dr, West Bridgford, NG2 6AY at 7.30pm. Programme of guest speakers. In summer coach trips to inspirational gardens. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:[email protected]

Hucknall Wine Circle - meet 3rd Monday every month at National School, Hucknall at 7.15pm. For more information phone 0115 952 7138.

Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage Society - Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, Blidworth Methodist Chapel. For further information contact the secretary Mrs Dale Smallwood on 01623 479978.

Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. We meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nottingham (close to the Royal Centre) on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Judith on 0115 953 1695.

Torkard Ensemble - Community music group in Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 standard & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities through concerts. We are always looking for new members, but are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass singers. Contact us at: [email protected]

The Greasley Players - is a small amateur dramatics group. We welcome new members who are interested in acting, set construction, producing or any aspect of stage craft (e.g. props, lighting, prompt, sound, front of house etc). If you want to know more please contact us through our website at www.greasleyplayers.co.uk”. Our next production takes place 25th to 27th April 2013. (please quote “NG Magazines” when contacting us)

Age UK Notts Membership - over 40 social activities a month in and around Nottingham - everything from coffee mornings to table tennis! Call 0115 841 4473 for more information.

National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Tues in month 7pm-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org

Kimberley Shokotan Karate Club - Tue 7-8pm (beginners), Thurs 6-8pm, Sat 10.30am-12.30pm at the Temple Centre, Nuthall, NG16 1DP. £2.50 per session. For details call 075844 20606 or 07547 382677

Hucknall Art Society - meet at Watnall Road Community Centre at 7pm. Beginners welcome. Session lasts from 7pm to 9pm.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir - enjoy singing? then why not consider joining us for rehearsals on Tuesday nights from 7.30pm until 9.30pm at Bestwood Village Social Club. Singing is healthy, good fun, very sociable and supports many good causes. Tenors are especially welcome! For further details please contact Barry Heath on 01159 177083

Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tuesday, 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. March 26 - Philip Humphries; April 23 - Korean Hand Therapy; May 28 - Graphology - Pam Brown; June 25 - Crystal Therapy - Denise Pole. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.St Johns Ambulance (18+) - Baptist Church, Seymour Rd. Mon 7pm-9pm. Call Mr & Mrs Allcock on 0115 955 9755

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Ashfield Distict Council..............01623 457284Gedling Borough Council..........0115 901 3901Notts County Council...............08449 80 80 80Council Tax................................01623 457400Housing.....................................01623 608888Refuse Collection......................01623 457857Tax Credits...............................0845 300 3900

Leisure CentresHucknall....................................0115 956 8750Edgewood.................................0115 956 8790Ravenshead..............................01623 491522

Police........................................101QMC Hospital...........................0115 924 9924City Hospital.............................0115 969 1169NHS Direct................................0845 4647

Emergency UtilitiesElectric.....................................0800 056 8090Gas...........................................0800 111 999Water........................................0800 783 4444

National Rail Enquiries..............08457 484950Nottingham City Transport........0115 950 6070Trent Barton Buses....................01773 712265NET............................................0115 9427777Nott’ham East Midlands Airport.08719199000DVLA........................................0870 240 0009

Local TaxisA2B..........................................0115 956 57 57Trent Cars................................0115 979 7400

Local Community CentresAccacia Avenue.........................01623 457091Healdswood...............................01623 457091Watnall Road.............................01623 457091

Late night ChemistsCurtis Health Centre (7pm).......0115 9633387Tesco,Ashgate Rd (10.30pm)...0115 9807700Sainsburys, Mansfield Rd(10pm)01623623379Boots (Mon-Sat12am,Sun 8pm)01623 653926

24 Hr Garage-Hucknall Bypass 0115 9633163

Local MP - Mark Spencer.........0115 968 1186Hucknall Market DaysOgle StreetThurs - flea market 5-8pmFri - regular market 9am - 4pm01623 551385

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HUCKNALL TOURISM &

REGENERATION GROUP

Hello to everyone

We are fast approaching our busy season and we are looking for people who could spare two hours per week. We are looking for volunteers to staff our Information Point in Hucknall Library, training will be given. If anyone is interested they could be trained to be an escort and/or tour guide on our very popular free guided bus tours.

Full details of the planned tours will be available on our website www.hucknalltrg.btck.co.uk, on facebook www.facebook.com/HucknallTRG on twitter @HucknallTourism, in the Hucknall Dispatch and on leaflets available from the Information Point, towards the end of March. Bookings will be accepted on a first come first served basis from 1st April by telephoning 0115 9638566. There will be 3 tours on offer, 2 will be half-day ones and the third one will be a full day. Full details will be on the above website, and on the leaflets.

May we take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Happy Easter from all our volunteers, some of whom are pictured above.

Aerials/TV’s/Audio1st Astral Aerials 27New Wave Aerials 37Phil Chapman 20Sinclair Sound & Vision 32TV Confused 24

ArchitectsJosef Architecture 35

Bathrooms/Kitchens/BedroomsCPS Kitchens & Bthrms 26,45Haydn Interiors Ltd 29KDS 30Sliding Door Wardrobes 35Spacemasters 41Wood & Water 36

Beauty/NailsTop to Toe 11

Building Services / Roofers / FasciasArnold Building & Roofing 37Canterburys 28,47CnD Properties 42Ernhale Roofing 32The Fascia Company 47Nottm Roofing 39PG Stapleton 41Mick Roofer 24

Carpets/FlooringByron Carpets 23

Catering/CakesBakes & Banquets 4

Chimney SweepsHome Sweep 36

Cleaning/Drive CleaningBelle Casa 19John Beresford Cleaning 36

Computer Repairs/ITGiggle Computers 7Webtronix 7

CraftsMaking it! 13Making it! Brewhouse 53

CruisesPrincess River Cruises 5

Dance/Theatre SchoolsAnn Culley 12Phase One 11

Domestic Appliance RepairsC.Moore Service Ltd 37

Drainage/ Pipe ClearanceADK Drains 36

ElectriciansD J Hill 20Electrical Connections 31

Entertainment/LeisureCobra Automatics 7

EquestrianMartins Farm 9

Estate/Lettings AgentsBairstow Eves 46Homes 4 Rent 2Lasting Impressions 31

FencingBusy Bees 19Premier Fencing 46

FlooringR.Taylor 47

Foot HealthMobile Foot Clinic 12Suzanne Gratton Fisher 11

FramingKeith Wilkinson 40

GaragesEzy Fit Autocentres 1 Garden CentresFloralands 43

Gardening / Groundwork / LandscapingAurora Landscapes 41B & P Paving 21Fairmead Garden Serv 36Garden Upkeep 39Gary Kirk 19Littlegreen Landscapes 46Mulhollands 37

Hair Salons/MobileKarens Mobile 12Top to Toe 11

Handyman ServicesDMG Handyman 41

Health & FitnessThe Health Food Store 11

House Clearance/RemovalsAndy 40

Joiners/TimberworkBeecroft Joiners 46JM Joinery 32

Opticians/OptometristsSpecsavers 56

Oven Cleaning/RepairsOven Repairs 4U 27

Painting/DecoratingJames 39Room Revivers 24P.Thorpe Decorating 46Paul Tinsley 47Lee Wright 32PetsDial a Dog Wash 9

PlasteringC J Plastering 24

Play CentresMouse Trap 13

Plumbing & HeatingAll Weathers 22Bryn Vernon 27P.Byrne Plumbing 39Kingfisher P & H 19MS Waterworks 41

Property MaintenanceJason Craddock 36IWR Handyman 32Philip Ward 24

Skip HireKSH Skip Hire 20

Solar PanelsArnold Electrical 33

Tiling/Tile RetailersRoom Revivors 24

TheatresCreate Theatre 49

Trade DirectoriesAge UK 17

Tree SurgeonsCharnwood Trees 22Mulhollands 37

Upholstery/FabricChris Hemmings 37

Watches/JewellerySimon Trumper 7

Windows/Doors/ConservatoriesEast Midlands Windows 3JAS Windows 24Leivers & Millership 25

Index of Advertisers

Nottingham Flower Club28 Mar “Hold The Dream”by Beryl Cotton - National Demonstrator 11 April Workshop25 April “Catwalk Calling” by Julie Woods of Cambridge

Bluecoat School, NG8 5GYDoors open

6.45pm for 7.15pmAll Welcome. Visitors £5For info: 0115 937 5861

Lace Market Theatre presents....

based on a true story of a father’s fight to clear his son’s name

11 - 16 March at 7.30pmmatinee 16 March at 2.30pm

Further info at www.lacemarkettheatre.com

0115 9507201

The Winslow Boy

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Rufford Art Society ExhibitionRufford Country Park10 March – 16 April10.30am – 4.30pmClosed on MondaysAdmission FreeMany works from local artists for sale

Wonderland Classic & Sports Car Festival

June 8th & 9thFerry Farm, Hoveringham, NG14 7JP

for more info:01623 490605

[email protected]


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