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Enjoy the comfortable surroundings of Le Belle and transport yourself away to a place of tranquillity and pampering.

Our fully trained and friendly staff will provide that special touch and ensure you are left feeling valued and revitalised.

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Full set of acrylic nails (with free nail art and gems) £25 Full set of Nouveau lashes £55

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Welcome to the first of our Autumn editions...

Haven’t we had a fantastic summer!

We hope you have enjoyed every minute of it. Now most of us have packed the swimsuits and shorts away for another year we thought we would sneak in a few naughty pudding recipes. Go on...indulge yourselves!

From sun to snow....Remember only one edition left before Christmas so if you want any festive events publicising please get in touch by mid-October.

We are very excited to announce the launch of our seventh magazine!

NG13 will be delivered to Bingham, Bottesford, East Bridgford and surrounding villages.

For more information about the new mag please give us a call.

Happy Reading Ali, Cat and Sarah

Quality Watches

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Martins Farm

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Tack Shop • Country Clothing • Accessories Animal Feed • Supplements • Hay/Straw Shavings • Electric Fencing • Gates Fencing Materials • Rug Room

Tel: 0115 926 8703 www.martinsfarm.co.uk

Dorket Head Farm, Arnold, NG5 8PU

Disco Lights to hire Ideal for parties Call Gary on 07977 457567

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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR SAFER NEIGHBOURHOODS TEAMS HUCKNALL POLICE STATION Watnall Road, Hucknall Opening hours: 10am – 6pm Mon to Fri, Closed Sat & Sun Tel:101, ext. 804 4747

When I turned on my radio the other day I realised someone must have been messing around with the settings because instead of Talk Sport it was Take That blasting out of the speakers.

HUCKNALL CENTRAL PC Shaun Radford Tel: 07525 226711 PCSO Simon Gazzard Tel: 07525 226763

It Only Takes A Minute… chorused Gary and co and while they were singing about falling in love I could say the same (although somewhat out of tune) about falling victim to burglary.

www.nottinghamshire.police.uk

Email: hucknallcentraltcbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

HUCKNALL EAST PC Nigel Malik Tel: 0773 8549044 PCSO Rachel Harvey Tel: 07595 011962

Email: hucknalleastbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

HUCKNALL NORTH PC Dave Nicks Tel: 07595 074407 PCSO Martin Chilton Tel: 07702 141847

Email: hucknallnorthbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

HUCKNALL WEST PC Steve Kirby Tel: 07702 141762 PCSO Simon Zacharia Tel: 07595 074207

Email: hucknallwestbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk To find out more about events in your area visit www.nottinghamshire. police.uk and enter your postcode in the postcode search tool.

from Inspector Nick Butler.....

Burglary in the Hucknall and Ashfield areas has been a concern to me in recent weeks. The good news is that we’ve made some significant arrests in this area but I don’t want any of you to become a victim.

The warm weather is a friend to the opportunistic thief who might chance his/her luck at trying an unlocked front door, or using an open window to snatch whatever goodies are on offer, unbeknown to home owners who are sat in the back garden.

I hate to say it but the nights are drawing in and before we know it winter will be on the way. Just because your windows are closed and you’re turning the central heating back on please don’t get complacent.

Take time to make sure your doors and windows are locked and consider installing security lights around your home. The best way to ensure our communities are pleasant places to live is by keeping vigilant.

Keep an eye out for unusual or suspicious activity in your street.

Who is walking down your road?

Who is visiting your neighbour?

Recently we celebrated Office of National Statistics figures which showed that in Nottinghamshire between 1 April 2012 and 31 March 2013 there were 9,324 fewer victims of crime, a fall of 12 per cent on the previous year.

Over the last decade crime has fallen by more than 90,000 offences.

Police Crime Commissioner Paddy Tipping said that Nottinghamshire Police is one of the fastest improving forces in the country and Deputy Chief Constable Sue Fish has agreed that this year’s reduction in crime is to be a further 10 per cent.

This is good news for all of us and I’m also pleased to add that Ashfield South has one of the highest public satisfaction rates in the county.

I want to build on this success and make sure we all work together to make our community a safe and pleasant place to live.

For more information call 101 or sign up for advice and crime alerts at: www.nottinghamshirealert.co.uk.

If a crime is in progress call 999.

Special Constabulary Recruitment - Are you interested in becoming a Special Constable? To find out more about our pre-recruitment awareness events please contact us on 101 ext: 800 2429 or visit www.nottinghamshire.police.uk and follow the Specials links

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Lace Market Theatre presents....

The Entertainer

John Osbourne’s classic play about music hall

16 - 21 September at 7.30pm matinee 21 September at 2.30pm Further info at

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The Dover Beck Flower Club Burton Joyce Village Hall 7.30pm - £5 for visitors - All welcome

Sept 19th - Angles & Tangles - Pat Billing Oct 17th - Inspirations - Eileen Barraclough Nov 21st - Deck the Halls - Nigel Whyles For more information and tickets please call 0115

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MUSICAL roundup If you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you. Every month, space permitting, we will include the latest news, concert information and forthcoming events. You just need to email us at: info@ng5.org.uk by the first Friday of the month.

Sing with the best in the Country (and 20th in the world!)

Saturday 28 September 7pm

On Friday 5th July, 45 members of Grand Central Chorus walked out onto the dark stage of the Air Canada Centre, Toronto. An explosion of light and sound revealed a massive arena with 6000 applauding Barbershop followers. The CD waved his arms and the Chorus burst into song.

2013 UK Champion Ladies Six minutes later it was all over and the Chorus Barbershop Quartet were walking off to rapturous applause. The results revealed that the Chorus had achieved their highest Fortuity are representing the UK at the International Championships in Hawaii score ever at International, 78.8%, and placed 20th, that’s 20th in the world, a real achievement.

The day before, the Chorus performed at Also starring: the Fairmont LACE CITY CHORUS Royal York Four time UK Ladies Barbershop Chorus Champions Hotel Concert THE EMERALD GUARD 2013 UK Champion Mens Barbershop Quartet Hall in the World Harmony LADY LUCK Ladies Acappella Octet Jamboree Show Arnold Hill Academy, Lower School, NG5 6NZ which featured Tickets £10, contact Jo Messom top Barbershop performers from all over the world. An 0115 956 6745 / tmessom@me.com exciting week!

The next opportunity for you to see the Chorus perform is at 7pm on the 21st September, 2013, at St. Mary’s Parish Church, Melton Mowbray LE13 1AE. Tickets £8 obtainable at 01664851457 or 0166450057.

On Wednesday 4th September there will be an ‘ Open Night’ on the regular rehearsal night at the usual venue, Harrington Junior School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Sing with the Chorus or just sit and listen but come along if you are male and 16+. Learn the basics of Barbershop harmony and voice production. It’s free!

Bring along a friend. If you cannot manage that evening come along any Wednesday, you will be welcome. Ring Martin on 07855270803, 01664 411400, e-mail publicity.gcc@gmail.com to register, or just turn up on the night.

See the website www.grandcentralchorus.com for further information.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir

After an extremely busy and successful Diamond Jubilee Year in 2012, followed by 7 concerts in the first half of 2013, Bestwood MVC is now entering a period of more concentrated rehearsing before it’s next concert on the 7 September 2013.

This is a Charity Concert, organised by choir member Claude Dilks, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support and Treetops Hospice.

The concert takes place at The Duchess Theatre, Chatsworth Arts Centre in Long Eaton at 7.30pm.

Bestwood MVC will be joined on this occasion by the Imari Ladies

Chorus, who sing ‘A Capella’ or without musical accompaniment. Tickets are £5 available from Claude Dilks on (01159) 726747 or Peter Fletcher on (01773) 715819.

Bestwood MVC will be holding its’ Annual Gala Concert at the Albert Hall, Nottingham on Sunday 29 September 2013, at the new time of 3pm. This year the choir will be joined by the well renowned Thoresby Colliery Band and so the audience will be treated to a rich combination of brass and voice.

Tickets are £10 and are available from Derrick Nurse on (01159) 285055.

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Winners will be notified by Friday 25 Oct 2013.

The tickets are for the 7pm performance on the openinig night, Wednesday 6 November.

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Linby wins ‘Best Kept Village’ Award

Expert workmanship carried out with pride

Tel: 07504 333830 E: philip.ward16@yahoo.co.uk

Linby village is celebrating success after beating 35 villages to the title of “Best Kept Village”. Linby won the Category D award for villages with a population under 300. The competition, run by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CRPE) and sponsored

by Wilkinson, judges villages on its looks, cleanliness, and overall community spirit.

The village will receive a cheque for £125 but more importantly the title of Best Kept Village along with a framed certificate and a sign that will be presented to the village at a special ceremony on 13 November.

Some of the comments by the judges included that the village was all around excellent, that the centre of the village is very clean and tidy and they also noticed that there was no litter in the streams.

Councillor Patricia Andrews, who represents the Linby area said;“We are delighted to win this prestigious award and I would like to thank all of the residents of the local community, especially the members of Linby Parish Council for all their efforts putting the submission together and we are thoroughly looking forward to the presentation on 13 November, it will be a very proud moment for the village.”

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REGENERATION GROUP The Hucknall International Byron Festival has just finished. This has possibly been one of the best ever festivals.

On Saturday 29th June, Hucknall Market Place was alive with motor scooters and VW camper vans as they met there in preparation for their drive to Newstead Abbey, where there were many events being held during the whole day. Plans are already being made for next year`s event.

Our FREE guided bus tours are still going very well. In fact, this year an extra tour was run at the request of a group from Nottingham Circle. This tour went down very well and has helped us to increase the popularity of Hucknall further afield and to a new audience some of whom did not believe that there was so much to offer in our area.

One lady said; “it feels like I have been on holiday”. Comments like this make all the effort very worthwhile.

We are continuing our support for the churches of St Mary Magdalene with their restoration fund and St John`s at Butlers Hill with their asbestos problems, doing what we can to help.

Hucknall Christmas tree festival will again take place alongside the Christmas Carnival, on Wednesday, 4th December. Hopefully we may get more trees this year and plans have already begun.

For further information on everything happening in Hucknall, please keep an eye on our website: www.hucknalltrg.btck.co.uk, and also our facebook page /HucknallTRG, and twitter @HucknallTourism

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Bestwood Hosts a Big Lunch w w w. h a y d n i n t e r i o r s . c o . u k

On Sunday 2nd June Bestwood Country Park hosted the ‘Big Lunch’ – part of the national ‘Love Food Hate Waste’ campaign.

The Big Lunch and its ‘Feed a Thousand’ challenge was part of this year’s road show led by Nottinghamshire County Council and their waste contractors Veolia Environmental Services. The aim of the challenge was to feed a thousand people with the average amount of food a family waste in one year - £680.

As part of the wider event, and to celebrate the start of National Volunteers Week, Gedling CVS also hosted its ‘Volunteers Picnic’, where local voluntary groups showcased the valuable work they do.

The event was a roaring success with over 1000 lunches being served whilst coffee and cake was provided by volunteers from Friends of Bestwood Country Park and Bestwood Village WI. The Winding Engine House volunteers played host to hundreds of people, offering free guided tours around this Heritage Lottery-funded local treasure.

The event brought many new visitors – many of whom have since returned with family and friends. Local brass band The Black Diamonds & close-up magician Peter Presto entertained hundreds in the glorious sunshine.

You can visit the Winding Engine House and Dynamo House café on Saturdays from 10am until noon. For more information, visit www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/bestwoodcp or phone 0115 976 2422

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HUCKNALL’S THEATRE ROYAL by Maureen Newton It all began on 15th February 1900 when Hucknall Urban District Council received a plan from Thomas Woodhouse. It concerned building a theatre on Annesley Road with the owner listed as Sydney Spenser. From the Rushcliffe Advertiser comes a report to say the first stationary theatre in Hucknall is to be built of timber on the open space facing Carlingford Road. An application was made to Shire Hall for a licence for plays and to sell beer but only the licence for plays was granted on condition that no intoxicants were sold and the county surveyors report of the building was favourable.

There is a spacious scene dock and the scenes will be worked from the flies; the most up to date system.

Artistes are accommodated in 8 dressing rooms or other convenient rooms ready for the performance.

Seating arrangements have been worked out carefully. 40 front seats are tip up stalls upholstered in plush velvet with arm and back rests; 60 pit stalls are tip up seats in walnut; the pit contains 270 seats on a slight incline enabling the audience to watch without undue neck craning; lastly there are 420 seats in the gallery. Underneath the gallery was a restaurant, the managers office and four places of convenience for ladies and gentlemen.”

In case of emergency the exit doors allowed 800 people to leave in two minutes. Fire buckets and a hydrant had been provided as a routine measure and the building was well ventilated and lit.

Everything was ready for the Grand Opening Night on April 29th 1901. Several councillors were invited

by Sydney Spenser the proprietor and general manager to see the burlesque pantomime Robin Hood performed by Mr. Horace Barry’s company.

Main characters were Miss Cissie Kingsley (Robin Hood), Miss Ethel Gilchrist (Maid Marian), Harry Carmen (Baron Badlot) and Tom Rae (Max Boxer).

“Laughter and applause were constant in a play full of ludicrous situations and the costumes were bang up to date.”

The stage arrangements worked wonderfully well considering the newness of the structure. “There was an orchestra of Five Hucknall musicians who seemed thoroughly at home and everybody from stall to gallery had a good view of the stage.” Mr. Spenser himself came before the curtain during the interval and asked if the audience liked the theatre. There was a loud chorus of “Yes”. He read messages of congratulations, one of them from Sir Henry Irving which read “Heartily wish you all success of all kinds, at all times, for yourself and for your theatre”. People thought it was most appropriate to commence with a piece about Sherwood Forest and there was a full house for opening night.

The external appearance of the building was considered to be ugly as it was made of corrugated iron but once inside the spectators were agreeably surprised at the layout. “The stage measures 11yards by 8yards. Down below the footlights the musicians enter the orchestra from below the stage.

Mr. Spenser said that he and his wife had come to make Hucknall their home and thanked the population for support during the first dramatic season. Various friends and admirers arranged a performance of local artists for Mr. Spenser’s benefit in December 1901. Councillor T. Metcalf opened a show of music with some comedy. The artists were: St John’s Glee Singers – namely A. Kingstone, H.G.M. Henderson, W. Baxter, Henry Gandy, Ruby Bramley and the Temperance Silver Band.

The theatre was still going strong in January 1903 when the show was the musical comedy “The Rajah of Ranjaupore” which had played at Mansfield the week before. But - in November 1904 Mr Spenser made a shock pronouncement from the stage that the theatre would close the following week. The theatre was dismantled and moved by goods train to Glossop.

So - for 3 ½ years Hucknall had a Theatre Royal. Despite the external appearance it must have provided a touch of glamour for local people and an occasional dash of magical escapism.

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Sweet treatS

Banoffi Pie

Kieran’s Key Lime Pie

300g ginger biscuits 70g butter 397g tin condensed milk or caramel 3 bananas 300ml whipping cream chocolate for decoration 20cm spring based cake tin Method

This recipe is adapted from a BBC Food recipe.

375g gluten free digestive biscuiits 150g butter 8 large limes (zest & juice) 1 pint double cream 397g tin condensed milk to decorate (optional) 85g creme fraiche If using condensed milk - place tin in a 1 tsp lime zest large pan of boiling water - making sure the tin is completely covered. Boil the tin for 2 to 3 hours. Keep checking and topping up with boiling water. This is very important. If the tin isn’t covered it could explode! If this is too much for you just use a tin of caramel.

Grease the tin. I line with greaseproof paper to make it easier to get the pudding out.

Crush the ginger biscuits (I use a food processor) to fine crumbs. Melt the butter in a saucepan. Once melted, add the biscuit crumbs and mix well. Line the bottom of the tin with the mixture and press up the sides. Use a flat bottomed jar to press the mixture firmly then place in fridge to set for a couple of hours. Slice the bananas and place on the biscuit base. Pour over the caramel (if using boiled condensed milk be very careful when opening the tin).

Whip the cream and when cool cover the top with cream. Decorate with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.

Method

Crush the biscuits either in a food processor or in a bag with a rolling pin. Melt the butter in a pan and stir in the crushed biscuits. The mixture can be split between 2 x 18cm tins or 1 x 23cm tin. Press mixture into tins & chill in the fridge. Put lime juice, condensed milk & cream in a bowl and whisk for 1-2 mins. Add lime zest to mixture (save a tsp for decoration) and stir in. Pour mixture onto biscuit bases and chill for 2 hours or overnight. Decorate with crème fraiche and lime zest

Strawberry Tart

This recipe is adapted from one by Jocelyn Dimbleby in a Sainsbury’s cook book called Sweet Dreams.

175g plain flour 60g caster sugar 100g butter 300ml creme fraiche 350g strawberries 3 tbsp strawberry jam finely grated rind & juice of 1 orange (3 tbsp) Method

Sift flour & sugar into a bowl. Melt butter in a pan along with the orange rind and 2tbsp juice. Once melted add to bowl and mix well until a smooth dough is formed.

Press mixture into a 24cm flan tin. Using hands press over the bottom & up the sides then chill in fridge for 30 mins. Heat over to 200°C. Bake pastry blind for 20 mins until edges are pale golden colour. Take out oven and pour in creme fraiche then return to oven for 10 mins.

Once tart is cold decorate with strawbs. Gently heat the strawberry jam with a tbsp of orange juice and spoon over the top to glaze. Chill until ready to serve.

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We all know there’s nothing worse than making plans with friends and being forced to cancel them because our pockets are empty. I’m personally fed up of hearing my parents tell me that “money doesn’t Ella Higginbotham aged 15 grow on trees” (what a silly saying, it’s a bit obvious isn’t it!) when the majority of us under 16s can’t get jobs, but we really don’t want to miss out on a social life: we can’t win!

When our purses are sparse there are just a few little things we can do to make sure we aren’t completely broke: 1) Get a Terramundi money pot- its saves money and looks pretty, genius!

It’s different because what you put in you can’t get out until it’s full up and ready to be smashed. So you know that random change lying in your jean pocket or in the bottom of your bag? just chuck it into the terramundi and before you know it it’s time to smash it and you have a whole load of cash. Plus you get the added bonus of getting the hammer and whacking it open; it’s a lot of fun or can act as an excellent stress release which is perfect for all our teenage traumas!

2) Don’t buy food and drink-starve! No but seriously if you’re going for a day out in town or in the park don’t waste money on buying food, just take it with you. Wrap up a sandwich at home because it’s just as yummy and completely free!

3) Do little jobs- you’ve got to break the teen catchphrase of “can’t be bothered” (however heart-breaking it may be) and don’t be lazy, it only takes ten minutes to wash some pots or iron a few pairs of jeans. Ask your parents for just 50p every now and then by helping around the house and it will all add up. Oh and don’t forget the puppy dog eyes if you’re really desperate.

4) Compare where you shop- don’t buy the first thing you see. You can probably get the same thing elsewhere for a much better price. Be patient and window shop for a bit until you find the ideal, cheap purchase.

5) Babysit- it’s a doddle (Hopefully!) You get paid to spend your evening watching TV whilst the kids are in bed, plus everyone tells you to help yourself so that means free food! You can’t go wrong! You or your parents must know families with young kids so ask around and do a good job of it; that way word gets around and you will eventually have loads of Next business.

It’s the little things that you can do to make sure you’ve always got some money spare to do the things that you want to do.

Keep it sensible and realistic and you should never be searching for scraps of money around your bedroom again because, trust me, that’s a lost battle.

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If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk BMX Race Club - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run regular races and coaching sessions. All ages welcome. Race bikes & helmets to loan for new members. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Call Phil on 07985 419101 or www.nottinghamoutlaws.com.

Nottingham Boys Choir - We provide a structured environment for boys to sing some of the finest classical music ever written - and modern music too! Come and see why this makes us different.

We meet every Wed eve in Carlton. Check out our website www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or call Michael Overbury on 01636 702054.

Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 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.

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

Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 4.30 - 6.30pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Carlton.9yrs +.

For more info call Dave 0115 961 4114 or Shirley 0115 956 8395 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub. btik.com Scout Association - 0115 952 3617 Hucknall Pre-school playgroup - Baptist Church, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open Mon/Tue & Fri 9am - 3pm. Wed/Thur 9am - 12pm. For more info call 07544 510610.

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

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

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 Notts County Ladies Development Football Club New players wanted to strengthen our successful squads from U9s (year 3). We offer some of the best coaching in the county, structured sessions, great team spirit & a safe, friendly environment. Junior teams compete in the Notts Girls & Ladies Football League. Come and join us for a training session on Wednesdays 6-8pm at National Cof E Academy, Hucknall. For more info contact Carol: 07963 820612/secretary@nottscountyladiesfc.co.uk

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Indigo Kids - kids club on Wed evenings 5.30pm - 7.25pm. For children & their siblings on the autistic spectrum

& related social & communication difficulties. Cost £2.50. For further information contact Indigo Kids on 0115 952 1164 (10am - 2pm Mon-Fri term time), email: indigokids@live.com or visit www.indigokids.org.uk

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.

Dance Divaz - NOW OPEN IN ARNOLD, dance for fun to latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced £3.50 each from age 3 to adults, held every Monday at Arnold Welfare (opp Greyhound pub). Also Street classes with J on a Friday at Arnold Mill School age from 6 to 18. For class times and more information see www.dancedivaz.co.uk or call 07954 418481.

Oceans of Fun Indoor Soft Play Centre - Spring St, Hucknall - suitable for 0-11yrs. Open 7 days. Comfy area for adults & cafe. Parties from £6.60 per child.

Outdoor play area with seating. Free car park. See www.oceansoffun.co.uk or call 0115 963 3961 for more info.

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

Rolls Royce Soccer School - for 5 to 7 yr old boys & girls every Saturday morning 10 til 12pm. Watnall Road, Hucknall. Contact head coach John Cheetham on 07920 154129 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

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

Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Breathe Easy Nottingham West - Welcomes people with all forms of lung disease giving support for carers, friends & family.

Twice weekly exercise class, Tues & Thurs 11-12, PLumptre Hall specially designed for respiratory/cardiac patients. Meetings are held on 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1.30pm-3pm at Out Lady of Good Counsel Parish Hall, Hill Top, 280 Nottingham Rd, Eastwood, NG16 2AQ. Call Teresa on 01773 769068.

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 Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk Notts Gosh - (Nottingham Gynae - oncology support & help group) support in the aftermath of various gynae cancers.

Support, information, understanding or simply a cup of tea. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Tues of the month at Maggies Cancer Care Centre, City Hospital from 7-9pm (meet in Maternity foyer at 6.45pm) For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162 Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@ hotmail.com ADHD - a support group for parents of adults with ADHD. Meet last Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info.

Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk

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

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: info@selfhelp.org.uk Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@frameworkha.org Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com

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.

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

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

Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to 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: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie. org.uk/helper for more information.

Indigo Kids - is a charity & support group for children on the autistic spectrum & related social & communication difficulties including fragile x, their parents/carers and siblings. We have the Autism Resource Centre (The Arc) to help or just for a chat and a cuppa. We offer activities, youth club during school time and day trips during holidays. It is a safe place where the kids are not judged. We have a Parent Partnership Service drop in session every other week during school term. email: indigokids1@gmail.com. Web: www.indigokids.org.uk or call 0115 952 1164, 07905 586 910 or 07549 170490.

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

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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: info@ng5.org.uk Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.

Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like

minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 950 7836 from 9am to 9pm.

Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info.

The Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support Group - Support group for people with dementia, their carers, family & 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 556065 Hucknall Library Work Club - Meets Thursdays 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Contact: hucknallworkclub@gmail.com Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries - Please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for an appointment or email mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk. Surgery 2nd Saturday monthly (10am-12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall, NG15 7HN. Coping with Anxiety - meet first & third Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Road, Sherwood. For more info call Albert Godfrey on 0115 967 9409 or email: algodfrey@talktalk.net Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk

Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led

meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk Dyslexia Action Nottingham - support for literacy and numeracy difficulties by specialist teachers. Adults and children welcome, we can help with dyslexia, dyscalculia & other learning difficulties. We can provide revision techniques, study skills, organisation & memory strategies fro school or the workplace. We can also do assessments & training. Please phone 0300 303 8350 for further details & a free consultation.

Reach Out Residents - we are a group that is for all residents in West Hucknall. We meet about 5 times a year to discuss issues affecting our area and many statutory bodies including the police, Ashfield Homes, Trent Buses and others attend our meeting. We invite you to come along and have your say to make the area a better place to live. Together we can make a difference! Tel 07527 070459 or reachoutresidents@gmail.com. Next meeting 24 September (inc. agm) at Hillcrest Centre, Holgate School at 6.30pm Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Support Group - a charity which is a self help group for people with these medical conditions. For more information please go to www.nottsandderbyia.org.uk

Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page)

Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed

with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Wednesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk

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

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ASHFIELD CULTURE HEALTH AND WELLBEING FESTIVAL 2013 Saturday 14th September Sunday 13th October Four weeks of visual and performing arts events promoting personal and community health and wellbeing Sept 14 -The Falling Leaves Folk Festival Sept 14 - Kirkby Open Art Studios Sept 18 - Creative Guided Walk Sept 21 -Photograph the Wonders of Teversal Trails Sept 27 - A King in Patagonia Sept 28 - Poetry Fun Day and Performance Event Oct 5 -The Big Draw in Portland Park Oct 6 - Wind Band Playing Workshop Oct 11 - Senior Citizens’ Sing-a-Long Choral Event TBA - Village Ventures Rural and Community Performance Programme For more information or to book a place, contact John Tattersfield: e:j.tattersfield@ashfield-dc.gov.uk

Tel: 01623 457339

Can you help?

Do you have a free hour or two once a month?

Action on Hearing Loss (previously the RNID) has set up free hearing aid drop-ins around Nottinghamshire.

It takes time to adapt to using hearing aids – getting used to new sounds as well as managing the hearing aids themselves and we are looking for people to help us run free drop-in clinics to support hard of hearing people in the local community.

You can find us at: Papplewick and Linby Village Hall Last Monday of the month 10am-12pm We are looking for people who can spare a couple of hours each month to support the local community officer and help with any of the following jobs: • Re-tubing hearing aids and battery replacement • Greeting people using the service • Completing paper work • Giving advice and support to people to make the most of their hearing aids We will give you full training, expenses and all the support you need. One current volunteer says ‘It’s very satisfying to know that the two hours I give the charity each month benefits so many people.’

If you are interested or would like more information please contact: gayle.wand@hearingloss.org.uk heartohelp.nottingham@hearingloss.org.uk

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VOLUNTEERING IN HUCKNALL

Do you have any time that you could offer back to your community?

There are hundreds of volunteer opportunities available. Here are just a few examples:-

Volunteer Drivers (expenses paid) to take older people shopping, to hospital or doctor

appointments, etc.

Furniture Project assistance required with sorting, reception and sale of furniture which is offered at a nominal cost to others in need.

Cottage Crafts a volunteer group interested in making things which are then sold in aid of different charities, card making, knitting, sewing, etc.

Further information on these and many other volunteering opportunities from UNDER ONE ROOF,3a Vine Terrace,Hucknall Tel – 0115 952 1236 Open: Mon – Fri : 9am – 3pm

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Community Diary

If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk DEVINE FITNESS - Social life in need of a boost?! Come along and join our small friendly exercise to music class.

Get fit and make friends at the same time. All ages and abilities welcome. Experienced instructor, registered exercise professional. Tuesday 7-8 pm, Empire Club, Hucknall. Only £3 per class. Just turn up or ring/text 07946 183058.

Zumba with Charm! - (Licensed Instructor) Tues 7 - 8pm Papplewick & Linby Village Hall. All abilities welcome, easy to follow. Just turn up! 07741 448289 only £4 Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502.

Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at Longbow, Calverton Rd, Arnold, NG5 8FQ. Speaker & lunch. Call Derek 962 1932 or derek.cordle@btopenworld.com Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details check www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@ntlworld.com. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village.

Nottingham Socialising - social group for 20 - 40’s. Events include pub nights, quizzes, walks, classical concerts and any other social event - find us on facebook.

Leen Valley Conservation Volunteers - no special skills, training given, variety of interesting sites. Weekdays & weekends, refreshments provided. Tel: Lee Scudder on 07753 850758 or leescudder@hotmail.com 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.

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: Joy on 07790 624374 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk Hucknall Dolls House Group - every 2nd Thursday at Bentinck Conservative Club, 5 Portland Rd, Hucknall from 7 - 9pm.

For more info call Sofia on 07790 334540.

Linby Colliery Welfare Ladies Football Club - Wed 6pm - 8pm. Hucknall National School. All age groups. Always looking for new players. Competitive football played on Sun am. Call Carol 07963 820612 or email: carol@linbyfc.co.uk

Adult Education Courses - beginners up to level 1; very small groups. Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Call 0115 884 2749 or email: lisa.saunders@castlecollege.ac.uk

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

Hucknall Men’s Probus Club - for retired men.Meet 1st Wed in month at The Horse & Groom, Linby. 12noon. For information contact Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424.

Eric Coates Society - Meets Wednesdays, bi-monthly 7 - 9pm at the Godber Centre. Contact Geoff 0115 9634662 or Peter 0115 953 7393. Actively promoting the life and music of Eric Coates.

Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursdays at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall from 7.15 - 9pm (term time only). Contact 07785 530256.

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: alan@capriclub2000.co.uk or www.capriclub2000.co.uk

Enjoy a game of Whist? - then come and join us at 6.30pm on Monday evenings at Papplewick Village Hall. Friendly mixed ability group would welcome new players including beginners. For further details ring 0115 963 4643.

Byron Probus Club (Ravenshead) - spritely old retired codgers meet second and fourth Thursday in month. 12 noon at

Portland College off A60. Contact David Turner 01623 793039.

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet fortnightly from end of September to end of May on a Tuesday afternoon. Further information from Maureen Slack on 01773 786725.

Newstead W.I - meet every 3rd Monday of the month at The Station Hotel, Newstead Village at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Come along and try our friendly WI. Further info on 01623 723437.

Abbey Gates W.I (Ravenshead) - meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at Ravenshead Village Hall at 7.30pm. New members and visitors always welcome. For further details please phone 01623 798606.

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

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

Ravenshead W.I - meet on the 3rd Wednesday, monthly. 7.45pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Sheepwalk Lane.

Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Bestwood Village Community Centre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. To check out our programme of events go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: secretary@bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents and let the kids play with other Spanish speaking children? Then get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com

Community Diary cont.....

If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Nottingham Reiki - teaches reiki in weekly classes every Thursday. All welcome. 7pm - 9pm at St Johns Community Hall, 1

Nottingham Road, Hucknall, NG15 7QN. Call 0789 627 9350 for details.

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

Any queries please call Harry on 0115 9279 481.

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

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

Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Janet-0115 9375861.

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

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 Community Produce Market - Seymour Road Baptist Church, 10am - 12. All pitches £1. Next few dates: Sat 13 July, Sat 10th Aug, Sat 7 Sept. All local producers & buyers welcome. For bookings & further enquiries: 0115 963 1433 National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 1.30pm for 2pm-3.30pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. 30 Sept: Lisa Newport-McCabe will speak about her work with young offenders. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org Lively, Retired & Semi-Retired Professional/Business Men - meet socially for lunch on the second and fourth Thursdays in the month. 12 noon at Portland College (off the A60). Contact Clive Abrahams (Sec.) on 01623 409502 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 Nottingham 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.

Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tuesday, 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room.

Entrance fee. Refreshments. August 27 tba; Sept 24th tba; Oct 22 - Helping Hands in Bosnia - Trish Drew; Nov 26 - Xmas social (members only). 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 Hucknall Heritage Society - meet second Monday of the month (except June, July, Aug & Dec). At 7.30pm, Central Methodist Church, Hucknall.

The Greasley Players - is a small amateur dramatics group. We welcome new members interested in acting, set construction, producing or any aspect of stage craft (e.g. props, lighting, prompt, sound, front of house etc). For details of our up and coming events (including a series of play readings from 5th Sept – all are welcome) or to get involved, please contact us via www.greasleyplayers.co.uk” or join us on Facebook.

Friends of Moor Pond Wood - Papplewick. A community group involved with woodland management and archaeology along the River Leen. Meets last Wed of the month in Papplewick Village Hall. Non members welcome. Visit: http:// moorpond.papplewick.org/index.html Hucknall Wine Circle - meet 3rd Monday every month at National School, Hucknall at 7.15pm. For more information phone 0115 952 7138.

The Nottingham Branch of the Hardy Plant Society - meet on the 2nd Friday monthly (Oct-April) at West Bridgford Community Hall, Church Dr, West Bridgford, NG2 6AY at 7.30pm. Programme of guest speakers. In summer coach trips to inspirational gardens. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:muzb@btinternet.com 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 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: jen.beaumont@hotmail.co.uk Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage Society - Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, Blidworth Methodist Chapel. For further information contact the secretary Mrs Dale Smallwood on 01623 479978.

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

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.

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

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Leisure Centres Hucknall....................................0115 956 8750 Edgewood.................................0115 956 8790 Ravenshead..............................01623 491522 Police........................................101 QMC Hospital...........................0115 924 9924 City Hospital.............................0115 969 1169 NHS Direct................................0845 4647 Emergency Utilities Electric.....................................0800 056 8090 Gas...........................................0800 111 999 Water........................................0800 783 4444

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National Rail Enquiries..............08457 484950 Nottingham City Transport........0115 950 6070 Trent Barton Buses....................01773 712265 NET............................................0115 9427777 Nott’ham East Midlands Airport.08719199000 DVLA........................................0870 240 0009 Local Taxis A2B..........................................0115 956 57 57 Trent Cars................................0115 979 7400 Local Community Centres Accacia Avenue.........................01623 457091 Healdswood...............................01623 457091 Watnall Road.............................01623 457091 Late night Chemists Curtis Health Centre (7pm).......0115 9633387 Tesco,Ashgate Rd (10.30pm)...0115 9807700 Sainsburys, Mansfield Rd(10pm)01623623379 Boots (Mon-Sat12am,Sun 8pm)01623 653926 24 Hr Garage-Hucknall Bypass 0115 9633163 Local MP - Mark Spencer.........0115 968 1186 Hucknall Market Days Ogle Street Thurs - flea market 5-8pm Fri - regular market 9am - 4pm 01623 551385

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Turn up and Play Football sessions nr Council Football changing Block on West Park Long Eaton

or equipment needed just lots of enthusiasm!

All coaches CRB checked, parents welcome

For more information contact Tracey 07939 224105 redhill.ladies.hockey@live.co.uk

0115 955 8835

To advertise call 0115 926 9777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk

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Landlords

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Penny Wright New Business Manager

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Tracy Egginton Branch Supervisor

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