Wollaton Grapevine April 2022

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Editors Note Hello everyone, This month we have: For all gardening enthusiasts, we have Gardener Steve again with his informative column, plus a chance to go out for the day on a coach trip to Dorothy Clive Garden & Bridgmere Garden World Saturday 21st May 2022 organised by Blue Skies The Limit Events.

Book now to avoid disapointment!

Competitions this month: WIN 2 TICKETS TO: Steve Harley Acoustic Band in Nottingham High Kings in Brimingham Red Hot Chilli Pipers in Nottingham.

Do you have any craft fairs, fun days, walking events , or community get togethers this year, and want to let our readers know? get in touch!

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Until next month,

Christine

Christine Gough - Editor Grapevine Competition Winners: Mr Owen- 2 tickets for the Irlam Festival Mrs Fouton - 2 x tickets to see Ashanti Congratulations!

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Photo competition launched to celebrate Nottinghamshire in 2022.

A special photographic competition which celebrates Nottinghamshire and all it has to offer has been launched to help mark a Jubilee year of landmark events in the county – including the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend, County Day and the Tour of Britain.

Nottinghamshire in 2022 is being led by Nottinghamshire County Council and Lord-Lieutenant Sir John Peace, who are encouraging residents to get out their cameras to showcase why our county is a great place to live, work and visit.

Photographers of all abilities can enter the competition, which has two categories – under 18s and over 18s.

Nottinghamshire and Nottingham have a wealth of stunning landmarks and beauty spots which can be captured on camera, from Newark Castle to Wollaton Hall and Clumber Park to Newstead Abbey.

Entries can also include photographs of events you have attended or will attend in the county during the coming year – such as gigs or concerts, festivals and even sports matches.

The special competition will also provide a unique opportunity for people to capture life through a lens in the county during the extended Bank Holiday weekend from Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 June, as well as milestone dates such as Nottinghamshire Day on 25 August and the return of the Tour of Britain cycle race on 8 September.

Sir John, who will form part of the judging panel, said: “The competition presents a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate our great county pictorially and all it has to offer – and what better way to do this than during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year.

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themselves perfectly to be captured on camera, but your submission doesn’t have to be a building or landmark.

“Perhaps there’s a favourite spot in the county which holds a special memory for you, whether it be a hidden gem, a view or somewhere you go for a walk or bike ride?

“If so, we’d love to see your photos of our wonderful county as well as finding out more about the story behind the picture.

“It is a going to be a fantastic year for us all to look forward to and remember and what better way to document it than through our Nottinghamshire in 2022 photography competition.”

Anyone can enter our Nottinghamshire in 2022 photography competition. You don’t need to be a professional photographer.

HOW TO ENTER • Entries should be sent to platinumjubilee@nottscc.gov.uk • Entries must include the photographer’s name, the category they are entering (adults or under 18s), a contact email address and phone number (of a parent or guardian if under 16), the name of place/subject where the photo was taken.

• There is no limit to the number of photos entrants can submit.

• All entries stand a chance of being featured in future council exhibitions and to be included in Nottinghamshire Archives to document Nottinghamshire in 2022.

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Hello Gardeners…

Welcome to April's gardening, I have been contacted by a few of you with gardening questions which is great so please do get in touch with your questions, to share a gardening event or send me a seasonal garden photo, I would love to hear from you. Spring is now in full swing with everything bursting into life, riots of colour everywhere but also it is a busy time in the garden, and especially with the Easter holidays and that’s when many venture out into their gardens with lots of jobs to do and those weeds will be starting to make more of an appearance! but remember whilst you're out in your garden take a moment sit in the sun, listen to the birds, and admire any colour you have in the garden and enjoy.

Some jobs to be doing in April • Lift and divide perennial plants now to improve their health and create new plants for your garden.

• Divide Hosta's before they come into leaf.

• Plant summer-flowering bulbs such as Lilies, Gladiolus and Crocosmia into borders or containers.

• Apply a high nitrogen lawn fertiliser, mow the grass regular but keep the blades fairly high for the first few cuts • Mulch your beds and borders with layer of well-rotted manure or garden compost to prepare for the growing season. You can also work in a general-purpose fertiliser such as pelleted chicken manure.

Small garden... Small tree!

There’s nothing nicer than having a small tree within your front garden, with lots of variety now for small or dwarf tree’s making it easier to have one in the smallest of garden’s.

This month I have been creating a new border in the front garden and from the start I wanted a small tree with plenty of interest all year round so I selected this beautiful tree an Amelanchier- it was a tough decision as there a lot of small and beautiful trees to choose from!

Amelanchier × grandiflora 'Ballerina' Amelanchier are small deciduous trees or shrubs with showy white flowers in early spring, glowing fruits, and often good autumn colour 'Ballerina' is a vigorous small tree or large shrub with bronze-tinged young leaves which turn orange to brown in autumn. Flowers are white and relatively large, the fruit, a small red berry, which is good for wildlife.

Ultimate height 4–8 metres and time to ultimate height is 10–20 years with a spread of 4–8 metres soil conditions a moist but well–drained Grown for Stem, flower, foliage, and fruit.

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colour is achieved when grown in full sun.Prefers Full sun / Partial shade - grow in moist, lime free, well-drained soil. The best autumn colour is achieved when grown in full sun.

Garden Day Trips Are Back Next Month!

Next Month will see the return of our garden day trips organised by Blue Skies The Limit Events and Adventure, we last hit the road in March 2020, and we are so excited to get them coach wheels turning once again. If you enjoy visiting gardens, flower shows, botanical gardens, stately homes, garden centres and meeting new friends and wanting a great day out why not join us on our next day trip which is to...

DOROTHY CLIVE GARDEN & BRIDGEMERE GARDEN WORLD. Saturday 21st May 2022 Blue Skies the Limit Events and adventure are pleased to announce details of our first garden day trip for 2022 in May and it's great to be getting back out on the road again and we are heading to Staffordshire. Dorothy Clive Garden is an intimate and inspiring garden located in the woodland quarter of Staffordshire close to both the Shropshire and the Cheshire borders, this lovely garden has delights and surprises whatever the season, I have been many times and cannot wait to return.

There are many areas of diverse interest within this 12-acre, hillside garden. These include an edible woodland, a woodland quarry with waterfall, an alpine scree and pool, rose walk and amazing seasonal borders. The garden has several notable collections of plants including Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Camellias, Sarcococca and Hydrangeas.

Spectacular displays of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Laburnum & Alliums can be seen throughout May There is a tearoom situated in the heart of the garden selling a range of refreshments and mouth-watering light lunches It’s then a short drive up the road to Bridgemere Garden World, Bridgemere is one of the largest garden centres in Europe and receives around 1.8 million annual visitors. The garden centre sells over five thousand plant varieties, most of which are grown locally.

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With a full day ahead of you, your day starts off with a breakfast roll and a hot drink from our pick-up points either the Navigation Inn, Breaston or the Plough Inn, Sandiacre.

Cost for this trip is £40.00 price includes breakfast and entrance at Dorothy Clive. For more information or to book your place, You can call the booking line on 07413408751 or email infoblueskiesthelimit@gmail.com places are limited, and popular, so early booking is advised.

Remember please keep getting in touch with your stories, photos, events, general gardening advice and help with plant identification just email me at gardenersteve24@live.co.uk Look forward to hearing from you and See you all in May Steve TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

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As part of Broxtowe's Green Futures initiative, this month the Council teamed up with The Friends of Watnall Green and Spinney to work on a project promoting the conservation of the borough's vital parks and open spaces.

On Friday 11th March 2022, The Broxtowe Parks Team worked in partnership with The Friends of Watnall Green and Spinney to host a practical conservation event at Watnall Spinney, a local nature reserve in Kimberley.

The Friends were joined by an enthusiastic team of volunteers from E-ON as part of the Company’s commitment to supporting environmental sustainability in the community. This is the first time that Broxtowe Borough Council has worked alongside a private business on a conservation project.

Before commencing, the parks team explained the importance of good management in woodlands and provided a practical demonstration on the safe use of tools. Then, with over 20 participants, the group undertook woodland management to benefit biodiversity, including removal of invasive shrubs and the creation of habitat stacks.

Other tasks included a thorough litter pick and pruning back along paths to improve accessibility. The pleasant early spring weather was a bonus and participants enjoyed the opportunity to learn new conservation skills.

Local ward Councillors Jill Owen and Robert Willimott, along with County Councillor Philip Owen were on hand to provide support and were highly impressed with the turnout and enthusiasm.

The Friends group are committed to working with the Borough Council to manage the Green and Spinney to benefit wildlife and the local community.

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HEMLOCK HAPPENING BRAMCOTE HILLS PARK Saturday 4th June 2022 from 1pm to 10pm

Celebrating the Queens Platinum Jubilee This event is free to enter Lots of activities: Live music stage featuring new bands and old favourites with music throughout the decades plus some favourites from the 50’s to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Accession to the throne.

A community stage and dance arena showcasing a host of talent from local schools, dance organisations and community performers Arts and crafts and community stalls Craft and trade stalls and foods stalls and bar on site The event will close at 10pm with a fireworks finale.

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A Career in Ruins - A talk by Julian Richards - Wollaton Hall Sunday 11th May 2022 Juian Richards spent his childhood and teenage years in Wollaton, is an archaeologist, writer and broadcaster perhaps best know for his BBC series 'Meet The Ancestors' and 'Blood of the Vikings'.

In this illustrated talk Julian will explore his 50 years in archaeology, from amazing discoveries, bizarre encounters and the joys of chemical toilets Julian really has had a 'career in ruins'. Tickets £11.

Drinks reception at 7pm. Talk begins at 7.30pm. Car parking included in ticket.

One hour talk. To book tickets go to www. buy.myonlinebooking.co.uk/wollatonhall/ The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present As You Like It- Wollaton Park , Nottingham. Thursday 7th July 2022 - Your are invited you to join them this summer for the sparkling comedy, As You Like It. One of the UK’s finest touring theatre companies present this great play as Shakespeare first saw it performed – in the open air, by an all male cast and with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.

Take a picnic and enjoy! Gates open: 6 pm Start time: 7 pm Individual ticket price £11.00 - £18.00* Group ticket price £50.00* * Booking fee applies. Any enquiries call 0208 852 5761 or e: boxoffice@tlcm.co.uk Ibiza Orchestra 2022 Saturday 20th August 2022 Wollaton Park, Nottingham This summer, for the first time ever, the Ibiza Orchestra will be performing live in the grounds of the iconic Wollaton Hall.

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Tours of the Walled Garden give you an opportunity to see the 4-acre site with 12 foot high walls and Head Gardens Cottage built between 1783 – 1788. Explore the work done by volunteers over the last three years to reclaim the site from the ravages of time and the encroachment of ivy and brambles, to grow flowers and vegetables once again.

Join the tour: Tuesdays at 10:15 am. Tours lasts approximately 1 hour.Payment by £5 donation on entry to fundraise for the Walled Garden project.Car parking charges apply.Ours start at the black gate at Mr Man’s restaurant (inside Wollaton Park from Wollaton Road) – Nearest car park is opposite the 508 café inside Wollaton Park, so allow time to enquire in the 508 café if unsure of the tour meeting point.Safety: Due

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Sunday 24 April 2022 at 3.30pm Albert Hall, Nottingham NG1 5AA

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An entertaining afternoon of foot-tapping music from well known films and musicals.

Come and enjoy favourite songs from Les Misérables, The King and I, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma and Irving Berlin’s Let’s Dance.

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Also featuring orchestral numbers by the Nottingham Concert Orchestra and solo items from our guests Kate Taylor and Simon Theobald.

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JOHN FLYNN OPTICIANS AN INDEPENDENT PRACTICE IN THE HEART OF BEESTON NEW LOW VISION AND EYEWEAR STYLING CONSULTATION SERVICE FOR NEW AND EXISTING PATIENTS!

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Increase your presence in the community - get a stall at one of the local markets.

Are you the owner of a local business in Broxtowe?

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We are passionate about supporting independent traders across the borough and we want to help you get your business noticed!

We currently have weekly markets that take place in Beeston, Kimberley and Stapleford - they have all benefited a wide variety of traders by increasing footfall in a way that is cost effective.

We are looking for traders from all sectors and we will be happy to hear from you – it does not matter what type of products you sell!

Markets in Town Centres Markets are a great and cost effective way of increasing the retail presence and diversity in areas, whilst at the same time providing a powerful tool for generating extra footfall for local businesses.

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centres and facilitate regular markets of all types across the Borough, including Night Markets and Street Food events.

In addition to regular markets, the Council will continue to host oneoff, seasonal and specialist markets throughout the year, including the hugely popular arts and craft fairs.

Market Traders Note The weekly markets in Beeston, Kimberley and Stapleford are now managed directly by the Council. For more information about the weekly markets including registering interest for a stall, please contact our Markets Officer - Clair Storey on 0115 917 3588, 07510 304615 or Markets@broxtowe.gov.uk.

Privately ran markets Other markets, such as the Beeston Monthly Farmers’ Market are managed by external market operators, not the Council. To make enquiries about markets ran by external operators, including registering your interest for a stall and plot fees, please do so directly through the relevant operator/s.

Beeston Farmers’ Market Manager - Sharon Astill, 07849 888 752 or Merakimarkets@outlook.com.

Stall holder charges for Council ran market days.

Beeston Stall holder ground rent for a single market day per 3x3m plot, is charged at £15 (ad-hoc bookings/trial days).

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markets more regularly, can benefit from a reduced ground rent of £10 per single market day, per 3x3m plot. In order to qualify for this reduced tariff, a stall holder must pay for an entire month in advance. (For example, a stall holder that wishes to attend every Monday market only during February 2022 (four Mondays), on a 3x3m stall plot, can pay a reduced tariff of £40 to do so.) Otherwise, single market day tariff applies per 3x3m plot.

(Note: All prices quoted correct when going to print April 2022) Stapleford- As an introductory offer, ground rent in Stapleford is charged at a reduced rate for new stall holders to encourage new traders and establish a core group of regular traders. Stall holders wishing to stand at our newly established market in Stapleford can benefit from: New stall holder ground rent for a single market day, is FREE for the first six weeks for a 3x3m plot. Larger/multiple plots will need to be agreed prior to trading with the Markets Officer.

Following the introductory free period of six weeks, traders wishing to continue trading at the market can do some at a reduced rate of £5 per 3x3m plot, for the following twelve weeks.

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Kimberley The Kimberley market launched on Tuesday 1 March 2022. As an introductory offer, ground rent in Kimberley is planned to be charged at the same reduced rates as the Stapleford market (details above) to encourage new traders and establish a core group of regular traders.

Stall holders expressing an interest in standing at the Kimberley market, should contact the Markets Officer for an informal discussion.

Beeston Monthly Farmers’ Market, The Square* 9:00 - 14:00 Every Third Saturday in each month Beeston General Markets, The Square 9:00 - 15:00 Every Monday and Wednesday Weekly ( *The Monthly Farmers’ Market in Beeston is ran by an external operator) .

Stapleford General Markets, Walter Parker V.C Memorial Square 8:00 - 14:00 Every Thursday Weekly Kimberley General Market, Toll Bar Square 8:00 - 14:00 Every Tues Weekly Cancelled Market Days Both the Council and external market operators reserve the right to cancel a market at any time.

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Open Air Theatre at Wollaton Hall Nottingham NG8 2AE The Gun Powder Plot- Book now!

Date: Thursday 16th June 2022 Gates open: 6 pm Start time: 7 pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets As You Like It by William Shakespeare By the UK’s Premier all Male Cast Date: Thursday 7th July 2022 Gates open: 6pm / Performance starts: 7pm 50+ tickets available: Price Individual ticket price £11.00 - £18.00* Group ticket price £50.00* Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) *booking fee applies Any enquiries please call 0208 852 5761 or email boxoffice@tlcm.co.uk Heartbreak Open Air Theatre presents - David Walliams - Awful Auntie Date: Sunday 17th July 2022 Gates open: 5 pm Start time: 6 pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare Date: Tuesday 19th July 2022 Gates open: 6pm / Performance starts: 7pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years)Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book :www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets Cinderella -Date: Wednesday 3rd August 2022 Gates open: 5pm / Performance starts: 6pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakepeare Date: Thursday 1st September 2022 Gates open: 6pm / Performance starts: 7pm Prices: Adult – £18 Child – £11 (5 – 16 years) Family – £50 (2 adults & 2 children) To book: www.wollatonhall.gigantic.com/open-air-theatre-2022-tickets

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What”s on in Nottingham Nottingham Poetry Festival is returning for 2022!

6th May to 15th May 2022 Nottingham Poetry Festival shines a spotlight on the city’s thriving literary scene.See the full line-up of events on their website www.nottinghampoetryfestival.com.

Robin Hood Tours Fletcher Gate, Nottingham You may live locally, but do you know Nottingham? Now is your chance to hear the stories and explore with Robin Hood as your tour guide around Nottingham.

Tours most afternoons up to October 2022 to book : http://visitnottinghamshire.gigantic.com/robin-hood-town-tour-tickets Fancy a guided walk around Nottingham to learn about The Bendigo Story that celebrates the life and times of William ‘Bendigo’ Thompson, Nottingham’s legendary Prize-Fighter and All England Champion?. 1 Jan 2022 to31 Dec 2022 Born in Nottingham during the early 1800’s and despite being illiterate and poor, his physique and agility as a prize fighter brought him success.

He went on to become the undefeated Champion of England . His reputation was known throughout the world and the city of Bendigo in Australia is named after him.

The Bendigo Story – Guided Walking Tour1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 Saturday - Sunday 14:00 - 16:30 * The Bendigo Story is scheduled for every Saturday and Sunday but group bookings can be arranged (minimum 6 persons). Join your tour guides and gain an insight into what Bendigo’s town of Nottingham was like in the 1800s.The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours, is along pavements and involves no steps. It is a walking tour that is suitable for wheelchair access Pre-booking is encouraged to ensure your place. Private Tours are available (even at short notice).

Contact Alan at bendigofund@gmail.com or message 07910663233

Festivals

Dot to Dot Festival- Nottingham 29th May (waiting for line up) for more info on Dot to Dot www.festicket.com/festivals/ dot-dot-festival-nottingham/ Detonate Festival 2022! Saturday 4th June 2022 Colwick Country Park. The festival has sold out in advance for the past 3 years. General release tickets are available now, get one while you can! https://bit.ly/Detonate2022 Splendour Festival, Nottingham Saturday 23rd July 2022 & Sunday 24th July 2022 Lots of acts, including Richard Ashcroft, Anne Marie, Human League, Belinda Carlisle, Melanie C, The Selecter, Magic Numbers, Razorlight, Supergrass,Craig David, OceanColour Scene, Example and more tickets: www.splendourfestival.com TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

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Lemon Chicken Quick and Easy Meal for 4 Method

Ingredients

1. Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. 200C 2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them in a baking/roasting dish.

3. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to create a thick paste. Coat the chicken breast with seasoning paste.

4. Using the same bowl mix together the white wine, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, brown sugar and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Pour over chicken breast.

5. If using, place the lemon slices between the chicken bake for 15 minutes, baste the chicken with the pan juice, bake for another 15 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165 F. 6. Use the sauce to baste the chicken as it bakes adding more of the flavour.

Bake in the oven until cooked

4 Boneless Chicken breasts (take off skin) 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tsp oregano, dried 2 tsp thyme, dried 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper 1/2 cup dry white wine, 2 tbsp minced garlic (6 cloves) 1 tbsp lemon zest (2 lemons) 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 lemon, cut into 6 slices, optional

Optional: Add chopped parsley if required

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THE SINGING REBELS Can't Sing? Won't Sing?

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The High Kings are Finbarr Clancy, GRAPEVINE READERS Darren Holden, Paul O' Brien and Brian COMPETITION TO WIN 2 TICKETS Dunphy. Between them they play 13 TO SEE THE IRISH FOLK BAND instruments, creating their unique sound THE HIGH KINGS! and atmosphere in the folk idiom and re-energise great Irish ballads. They have THE HIGH KINGS are delighted to had great success over the years including Best Folk Act at Ireland's Music Awards. announce June 2022 UK Tour Dates Their reputation has grown tremendously, coming to BIRMINGHAM – Town Hall and they have had enormous success both on Friday 10th June 2022! within the US and Ireland.

After 11 years at the top of their game, they are still selling out venues around the World to an ever- growing army of loyal fans.

They have charted across the world and performed for hundreds of thousands of fans, as well as in many prestigious situations including for the Prime Minister of England (2011), Barak Obama (2012) & George W Bush (2009 at The White House and at The Pentagon in 2015). They have made numerous coast to coast TV appearances including Good Morning America, Good Morning LA, The View & The Today Show.

Notable live performances include Glastonbury, the Isle of Wight Festival (3 times) headlining in 2015 and performed in Times Square as well as headlined the St Patrick’s Day concert in Trafalgar Square London in 2015.

The High Kings continue to set the bar extremely high for Irish folk bands across the world and are widely regarded to be the standard-bearer for their genre in 2020.

They are, essentially, marking out a new and bright era for Irish folk music.

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Highlights include: * 7 Studio Albums. * 2 Top 10 albums in the American Billboard Charts. * Debut album reached no 2 on Billboards Worldwide Charts. * It reached no 3 in Ireland, no 11 in the UK and no 7 in Germany. * The album spent a total of thirty six weeks on the billboard chart. * Their follow up album also reached no 2 on the Worldwide Billboard Charts. * A total of 6 studio albums charted top 10 in the Irish charts. * A massed over 130k fans across their collective social pages. * Back to back sold out shows across the USA, UK, & Ireland 20/21. * International appeal & recognition including UK, Germany and the US.

To Win 2 x Tickets for the HIGH KINGS in Birmingham Town Hall for June 10th 2022 Please send in your name address and phone number, by post or email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk High Kings Competition, Grapevine, 50 Beech Avenue, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EH. Closing Date: 15th May 2022 (Must be over 18.)

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The most Famous Bagpipe Band in the World, ever!

WIN 2 TICKETS TO SEE THE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS! AT THE ALBERT HALL NOTTINGHAM 28TH APRIL 2022

There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, from their formation in 2002 and a cameo appearance at T in the Park in 2004 with the Darkness to opening the main stage in their own right in 2014. The past fifteen years has seen the Red Hot Chilli Pipers become the most famous bagpipe band on the planet…ever!

The band’s achievements have reached incredible heights with their groundbreaking fusion of traditional Scottish music and rock/pop Anthems which they proudly call “Bagrock”. The Red Hot Chilli Pipers are a genuinely unique experience.

The Chillis have never been more in demand for their infectious style of feel good music which appeals right across the age range to people all over the world. They have collected together an impressive group of musicians, dancers and singers from Scotland and further afield, many holding World Championship titles and all seriously good players with impressive credentials and qualifications.

In 2014, The Chilli Pipers released a new live DVD and CD entitled `Live at the Lake`. In an explosive evening of entertainment captured on this live DVD and CD, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers recorded their most adventurous project to date, bringing 16 musicians and dancers across the Atlantic to perform at Milwaukee Irish Fest, the US spiritual home of the band. They captured the unique and explosive power of the Chilli Pipers in one unforgettable evening by the shores of Lake Michigan. Tracks include Insomnia, Gimme All Your Lovin', Thunderstruck, Everybody Dance Now, Amazing Grace, Fix You, Chasing Cars, Wake Me Up, Don’t Stop Believin and We Will Rock You.In February 2019, the Pipers and Tom Walker released a new version of his massive hit “Leave a Light On”. The release is in aid of Nordoff Robins, the music therapy charity and it went straight into the iTunes top five. The collaboration came about after Tom performed with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers at Murrayfield Rugby Stadium before the Scotland v Italy Six Nations match.

In June 2019, the Red Hot Chilli Pipers released a new studio album, entitled "Fresh Air”. An exciting fusion of brand-new songs and carefully selected covers. In a new departure for the Red Hot Chilli Pipers many of the songs include lead vocals. Some of the highlights are “Leave the Light On” featuring Tom Walker on vocals. Leonard Cohen´s “Hallalujah” and “Shut Up and Dance” from the American band Walk the 54

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the Moon, both songs feature the incredibly talented singer Chris Judge on vocals.

Some facts and figures about the Red Hot Chilli Pipers:

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Gold disc for over 100,000 UK sales of their first album - `Bagrock to the Masses‘.

To date, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers have performed live to over 1 million people.

Triple platinum status for the album and DVD - `Blast Live`.

Awarded twice for `Best Live Act in Scotland`.

Over 4.5 million views on YouTube of their viral cover of the Avici track `Wake me up`.

Sell out gigs and tours in USA, China, Australia, Germany, Switzerland and Australia.

Winner of the BBC TV prime time talent show `When Will I be Famous` hosted by Graham Norton.

A Big Hearted Scotland nomination for their charity work.

Performances at BBC Proms in Hyde Park, T in the Park, Wacken Open Air Festival.

Performances at major sporting events including NBC Olympics Studio and the Rugby World Cup. Over 350,000 Facebook followers.

Tickets for the RHCP - April / May & June 2022 - UK Tour Dates are available from: Thursday 28th April 2022 NOTTINGHAM – Albert Hall Great Hall Friday 29th April 2022 SCUNTHORPE – Bath Halls Sunday 1st May 2022 MANCHESTER – Royal Northern College of Music Thursday 5th May 2022 HASTINGS – St Mary In The Castle Friday 6th May 2022 LONDON – Cadogan Hall Saturday 7th May 2022 SOUTHEND ON SEA – Palace Theatre Thursday 12th May 2022 ALDERSHOT – Princes Hall Friday 13th May 2022 HARROGATE – Royal Hall Thursday 19th May 2022 PETERBOROUGH – Cresset Friday 20th May 2022 NEW BRIGHTON – Floral Pavilion Theatre Saturday 21st May 2022 TELFORD – Oakengates Theatre Thursday 26th May 2022 CHELTENHAM – Town Hall Friday 27th May 2022 BATH – Forum Friday 3rd June 2022 BARROW – Forum Saturday 4th June 2022 BUXTON – Opera House Sunday 5th June 2022 BLACKPOOL – Grand Theatre

Tickets are available from: www.thegigcartel.com/Artists-profiles/Red-Hot-Chilli-Pipers.htm To Win 2 x Tickets for the RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS at the Albert Hall in Nottingham for APRIL 28TH 2022 Please send in your name address and phone number, by post or email: sales@beechpublications.co.uk RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS Competition, Grapevine, 50 Beech Avenue, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EH. Closing Date: 20th APRIL 2022 (Must be over 18.)

No cash alternatives. Data protection: Contact details of ALL entries sent to Grapevine, WILL NOT be passed onto any other party, or third party. Grapevine- Beech Publications will not use any of these details for marketing or further promotions. Only the winner’s name(not the address or phone number will be passed to the promoter for ticket collection only TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

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Hair & Beauty professionals leave better equipped to support client health.

Hair & Beauty professionals from across Beeston and Nottingham are now better equipped to support their clients on personal matters including Skin Cancer and Domestic Abuse after attending a recent event.

More than 30 professionals went to the awareness event on 29 March at Beeston’s Youth and Community Centre to learn about the signs of skin cancer and Domestic Abuse they could look out for in their clients. The event was covered by Notts TV. Natalie from Jova Skin said: “I’ve got a great relationship with my clients, and I like to think my little clinic is a safe space that they could approach any concern with me. I’m now armed even further with the resources to refer my clients to the places that will make a huge difference.”

Meg from Just Peachy Waxing said: “A massive thank you to all the wonderful charities and organisations that bought us the Domestic Abuse and Skin Cancer Awareness event. It’s so refreshing to see the industry get together, learning new skills and educating ourselves further.”

Chris Harris, Partnership Manager for local Domestic Abuse charity Broxtowe Women’s Project, who spoke at the event, said: “Those who work in Hair & Beauty know only too well that they are often trusted with confidences, or that they are close enough to clients physically and emotionally to notice changes. This event equipped them with some useful knowledge, and also was the start of their awareness journey.”

The event was organised by South Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Partnership, Nottingham West Primary Care Network, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Clinical Commissioning Group and Broxtowe Borough Council.

Skin Cancer Awareness and Prevention was provided by Skcin - a specialist skin cancer charity that work closely with at risk and influential audiences including primary schools and nurseries.

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What to do if you need urgent police help through the 999 service, but can’t speak If you’re in an emergency situation and need police help, but can’t speak, Make Yourself Heard and let the 999 operator know your call is genuine.

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GRAPEVINE COMPETITION WIN 2 TICKETS TO SEE STEVE HARLEY ACOUSTIC BAND AT THE ALBERT HALL NOTTINGHAM MAY 7TH 2022!

Widely considered one of the most charismatic performers on stage, Steve Harley continues to play to sold-out venues across the UK and Europe.

For Steve, life on the road is more than just a job: it is almost his life’s blood.

And with the February 2020 release of the all-acoustic CD, “UNCOVERED”, the original Cockney Rebel shows no sign of slowing down.

The Acoustic Band for 2022 will find Steve supported by long-standing violinist/ guitarist Barry Wickens, and Oli Heyhurst on double bass, with Dave Delarre on lead acoustic guitar.

Steve has been playing Live shows around the world for over 45 years and the thrill of another night in another place to another audience has not dimmed at all.

“We have real adventures on tour, “says Steve. “I’ve seen the Northern Lights, the Midnight Sun and dozens of wonderful galleries, museums and great cities, all on my down-time. I have a great life as a Wandering Minstrel!”

“UNCOVERED” includes a re-recording of Steve’s popular song “Love, Compared With You” with a newly composed third verse, plus eleven other songs he’s always wanted to perform. The album features Barry Wickens on viola and acoustic guitar, Oli Hayhurst on double bass, Tom Hooper on percussion and the Roots Music Legend, Martin Simpson, on guitar. Steve also sings a duet with the amazing Scottish singer, Eddi Reader.The acoustic sets for 2022 will include songs from the new CD, plus a selection from the vast and eclectic Harley Songbook. Mr Soft, Judy Teen, Sebastian and the legendary Make Me Smile will all be re-produced in the unique acoustic style.

Close-Up Culture stated: “It was an intimate night in the presence of a great musician.

An individual whose passion for live performance and perfection (it shows in his face) remains undiminished.”.

Rod Stewart, who covered Steve’s song “A Friend For Life”, describes him as “One of the finest lyricists Britain has produced.”

MOJO said simply, “Harley creates rock songs that are proud, lyrical and full of yearning.” Steve has also been described as “A consummate performer at the top of his game,” and this show will bear that out. Steve received a Lifetime Achievement Award for Acoustic Music from the Acoustic Festival of Britain in 2018.

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Switch from liquid soap to a bar of soap- much cheaper and lasts longer

Try using your microwave more.

It's usually cheaper than an oven.

Microwaves are high wattage but tend to be used for shorter time periods, and crucially they only heat the food.

With an oven, you're heating a much larger area so there's waste.

To cook a jacket potato in the microwave, is often substantially less than 25% of doing it in an oven.

Don't leave things on overnight to charge - once they are full your charger will still use power.

Plug it in to charge in the evening and turn it off before bed.

Safe too.

Use your oven to cook multiple things/meals, then freeze the ones you don't need and reheat in the microwave.

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Take food out of the fridge to warm up to room temperature before heating in the oven or hob. May save a little on the bills Some frugal recipes go to https://cookingonabootstrap.com/ A tip to keep warm: Try sitting down in sleeping bag, at least your bottom half. Even better if you put a hot water bottle in the bottom. Warm with no draughts.

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Come with a friend Do you enjoy singing?

Would you like to be a member of a choir?

Open Voices is Music for Everyone’s latest community Reg. Charity No. 1153412 project. The idea is to provide especially designed singing sessions for adults with learning difficulties or disabilities. Linking in with the expertise of Open Wings (based in Sherwood) and Reach (based in Southwell), MfE hopes to create a whole network of Open Voices singing groups in Nottinghamshire.

Come and try it for free. The first session you attend will be a free taster session.

After this, there will be a fee of £2 per session, covering everything you need, plus a ‘half-time’ cup of tea or coffee + biscuits! Subsidised places are available.

Interested? – please send us an email to: admin@music-for-everyone.org to let us know you are coming along, or just turn up at the first session.

Let’s get everyone singing!

These sociable groups are especially suitable for adults with learning difficulties or disabilities. The music chosen will be varied, with everything from pop songs to classics. The singing session will include a break for refreshments.

Come and sing with Open Voices!

Music Leaders: Victoria Barlow, Cliff McArdle.

Open Voices Beeston Open Voices Beeston meet on a Tuesday morning during school term time from 10.30am – 12.30 at Middle Street Resource Centre, Beeston NG9 2AR. The final session of each term will include an informal performance to friends and family.Full dates for 2021/22 are below.

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