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This month Abby aka The Fishwife’s Kitchen has given us some fabulous recipes that include ingredients that can be found growing wild.

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With summer well and truly on the way we love a good evening walk in the sunshine. Now we will be keeping our eyes peeled for wild garlic, elderflowers and nettles so we can make these delicious recipes.

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We all love a good holiday - whether it’s a staycation or the trip of a lifetime. Reading Ella’s History page really made us appreciate how lucky we are, with the choices we have these days. Wherever you go and whatever you do - ENJOY!!

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Can you help Tinkerbell?

A lovely but overlooked cat is appealing to readers for a home!

‘Miaow, I’m Tinkerbell. I’m 3 years old, but I had a rough life before Animal Accident Rescue Unit helped me. I was shy and nervous, but my patient fosterer has helped me – all I need is a nice, quiet home without young children or pets. I’m not interested in going outside, but that may change once I settle in. I so hope someone will give me a chance because I am affectionate … just hear me purr!’

Like all the charity’s cats, Tinkerbell has been FIV/FeLV-tested and is negative. She is spayed, flea and worm treated, micro-chipped and litter-trained, plus vaccinated for one year – with the new owner responsible for annual vaccinations.

The charity recommends all cats are kept indoors for 6-8 weeks, to allow bonding time with the new owner/home, and safely kept indoors at night.

To discover more on Tinkerbell, contact the Adoption Officer at admin@aaru.org.uk, who will reply as soon as possible. All potential adoptions need a successful homecheck. Cats are not rehomed on or near busy roads, unless indoor-only.

Animal Accident Rescue Unit is volunteer-run, and constantly needs cat fosterers. With no premises, animals are fostered in volunteers’ homes around Nottingham. The charity does not cover healthy strays/unwanted pets, but helps neglected, injured and vulnerable animals and birds. Anyone finding an animal needing emergency transport to a vet should leave a detailed message on 0115-9321555.

For all rescued animals needing homes, see www.animalaccident.org.uk.

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Veterinary Nurses A Veterinary Nurse or VN works as a member of the veterinary team, providing expert nursing care for sick animals and works in close partnership with the vets.

VN’s carry out technical work and are skilled in undertaking a range of diagnostic tests, medical treatments and minor surgical procedures, under veterinary direction.

They take blood tests and place patients on intravenous drips, they can redress wounds and alongside the vet, monitor and maintain the anesthetics during a pet’s surgery.

VN’s also look after inpatients and patients recovering after surgery - these animals need extra special care and our nurses give that extra love and care to help make the pets feel more at ease.

To train to be a VN you can either do a vocational course within a practice or enroll at college and do a full time degree course. After qualifying you are eligible to be enrolled onto the RCVS list of registered Veterinary Nurses.

As well as working in a practice - with small, exotic, equine and large animal patients, VNs can also work in industry, research and education roles. Locally Nottingham Trent Uni and Bottle Green training at Melbourne both run nursing courses. Alternatively the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeon or British Veterinary Nursing Association websites give more information/links.

At Oak House our nurses play a significant role in the education of owners about maintaining the health of their pets. They give specific advice about caring for your new puppy or kitten and they run clinics to help support owners to get their pets to lose weight or demonstrate how to look after your pet’s teeth by brushing.

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Charities Allowed to Appeal in Supreme Court Ruling Over Woman’s Will A Supreme Court ruling earlier this year could have a major impact on future challenges to Wills. The Court overturned a previous decision to award an increased sum of money to the daughter of a mother who had left her entire estate to a number of charities.

in Ms Ilott’s award being reduced to the original £50,000.

It is believed that this ruling will bring clarity and confidence to people that when they make their wills, their final wishes will be fulfilled.

Chris Millward, Chief Executive of the Institute of Legacy Management stated: “We can now be more confident that having an up-to-date and professionally written Will means that final wishes will be honored, and our members can continue to fulfil these wishes and ensure every charitable legacy gift achieves its greatest potential.”

In Ilott v Mitson, Ms Ilott, who was estranged from her mother Melita Jackson for 26 years, applied under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. The Act sets out who, within a classified relationship to the deceased, can apply for “reasonable financial provision” from the estate. Ms Ilott was awarded £50,000 by the county court in 2007, on the grounds that her mother had acted in an “unreasonable, capricious and harsh” way towards her. In 2011 Ms Ilott went to the Court of Appeal claiming that the initial sum was not sufficient, and was awarded £143,000 to buy the property she lived in and an additional £20,000 to supplement her state benefits.

However, in the judgement Lady Hale stated that although the ruling might bring clarity to an extent, the ‘unsatisfactory state of the current law’ means that there is currently no guidance on the factors to be taken into account when deciding whether an adult child is deserving of maintenance.

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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: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Breathe Easy Gedling - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. We meet the 2nd Tues each month from 1pm-3pm at the Scout Hut, Calverton Road, Arnold, NG5 8DP

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 Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone affected 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 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 ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd 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

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

Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a reg.charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-to-face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 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 Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit service providing high quality affordable counselling for anyone

aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area. Accredited services include individual, couples & employer assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times.

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 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.

Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after.

For more information visit www.achingarms.co.uk Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up.

Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm.

Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153

Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Sam or

Alison: 0115 962 1153.

Breathe Easy - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. The Nottingham North Branch welcomes people from Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, Mapperley & Sherwood areas. We meet the 2nd Thurs each month at St Georges Comm Centre, Victoria St, Netherfield at 1.30pm. Further info from Jim Bennett 847 7639.

Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday of each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100

Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group - support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease. Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Saturday at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399 Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.

Sherwood Lunch Club - £3.20 for a 3 course meal with tea or coffee. Contact Sam or Alison: 0115 9621153.

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

Tea Dance - run by Nottingham Osteoporosis Society. Every Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm at Sherwood Community Centre. £2.50 includes tea and biscuits. All welcome.

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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.

Nottingham Adult Sibling Group - do you have a brother or sister with life-long learning disability or autism? Would you like to meet others with similar experiences? Come along to our support group & gain information & support as a sibling. To register to attend the group visit www.sibs.org.uk Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers & bingo. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959 Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com 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 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) Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and their carers.

Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more information email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or write: Self Help Nottingham, Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham St, NG1 2EG or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com Chernobyl Children’s Life Line (CCLL) Nottingham - providing respite care holidays for children from Belarus & Ukraine who are affected by the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Interested? Tel: 01949 842383 or email: ccllnottm116@aol.com or visit: www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham MS Society - Nottingham & District Branch Drop-in meeting, 2nd Wed every month at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. Meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS inc. carers & family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or call Doug for more info: 0115 966 3582 Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Patisserie Valerie at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

Bariatric Support Group Nottingham - Nottingham’s first support group for those who are waiting for, or have had

any type of bariatric surgery. Carers, friends and family welcome. We meet 2nd Tues of the month 7pm - 9pm at the Hyson Green Community Centre, 37a Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, NG7 6BE. For more infol: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm Dizzy Self Help Group - for anyone in Notts area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers & for mutual support. Meet at The City Mission, Parliament St. For more info ring Jeff on 0115 8451360.

Recovery from Separation & Divorce Course - an 8 week course starting soon to help anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. At a city centre location. Contact Judy or Phil on 0115 779 1315 or email: judy. collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org

Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption.

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Nottingham BikeWorks Roles Out New C&G Bike Mechanic Courses N o t - f o r - p r o f i t organisation, Nottingham BikeWorks are delighted to roll out a new training provision from highly regarded training body, City and Guilds.

Executive Director, Tom Barber was himself inspired to learn a new skill and take a career change; his love for bikes, resulted in him quitting his 9-5 and opting for a vocation of passion. “I’ve always cycled everywhere and been interested in bikes” says Tom. “So when the idea to start Nottingham BikeWorks gathered momentum it seemed too good an opportunity to miss.”

Tom and co-founder Anthony Hopwood, had a clear desire to help disadvantaged children and adults in the local community learn new, practical and usable skills around bicycle repair and maintenance.

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Mapperley Place School

by Bob Massey

In January 1828, an advert appeared in the Nottingham Review for a school at Mapperley.

This was to be a preparatory school for young gentlemen from 4 to 8 years of age.

It was operated from Mapperley Place which is still there today situated at the bottom of Private Road. The house at the time had a breakfast room, dining and drawing rooms as well as a kitchen, back kitchen and larder on the ground floor. The first floor had five good size bedrooms and there were cellars in the basement. Out front the grounds had ornamental flower beds and a large fruit garden and orchard.

There were also out-houses with a two stalled stable and coach house.

The pupils were all to be borders, no day pupils allowed, and there were to be no vacations. It was therefore a full boarding school intended for parents who were serving abroad or in distant parts of the country. The cost was £15 per annum (£1,500 in today’s money) for board and instruction. Lessons covered the first principles of English, French and Latin along with writing and arithmetic. It was stressed that there was to be no corporal punishment which was very unusual for schools at the time. The fees were all inclusive with no extras except for cost of doing washing and any medical expenses.

sleeping up to two per room. This is typical of the many small schools that existed at this time. The Fletchers themselves, it appeared, lived in the house next door. It would be normal that there was at least one servant who also looked after the children, cooking, cleaning etc. The two main rooms downstairs were being used as classrooms.

The school was also advertised as “having a good supply of most salubrious air, an extensive prospect and hard as well as soft water.”

The intention, it was stated, “was to manage the pupils entirely on the plan of a domestic establishment. It is no new attempt to burden the mind of the children with an oppressive load of learning but to use such unremitting endeavours to develop the infant faculties as may make the path to learning easy and pleasant.”

With most schools of this type there were extra costs to cover classes from outside teachers such as drawing and science.

These could be added to the childs education or not as required. These options were not offered at this establishment.

Again this was unusual as it was a way for schools to gain extra money.

This appears to infer to a homely and non pressurised approach to education.

The school was run by Mrs and Miss Fletcher who were mother and daughter.

The house had space for 8 or 10 young gentlemen so they would have been

It seems likely that this attempt at a different approach to education was too modern for the Victorian tastes and was not a success...

Several adverts for the school appeared throughout 1828 but none appear after the end of the year. In 1830, Mapperley Place changed hands and no other reference to the school has so far been found locally.

I am researching the history of Mapperley and would be very pleased to hear from anyone with more details or information. Email: bob.m.massey@gmail. com or post via NG5 magazine.

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Spring Concert with Newark Choral Society on May 13th (further details at www.binghamchoral.org.uk) Summer Singing: There will be four rehearsals, culminating in a 45 minute lunchtime performance at St Mary’s Church, Newark on 17th June. The cost will be £20pp and anyone who would like to sing with us will be warmly welcomed. It would be an ideal opportunity to give our choir a try if you have been thinking of joining. The rehearsals will take place at Carnarvon School, Nursery Rd Bingham NG13 8EH on May 24 & 31, June 7 & 14 - 7.15 - 9.30pm. For a registration form, please contact Janet Chapman on 0115 9332834.

The Rock’n’Soul Singers We continue to enjoy our singing as we go from strength to strength and with an ever increasing reportoire of pop and rock songs. We meet on Wednesday evenings to rehearse at Underwood church from 7.15pm-8.45pm.

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Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www. gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.30pm-9.30pm at Hucknall URC Church, Farleys Grove, NG15 6FG. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony 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.

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis. sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details.

Sherwood Chorus - is a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Please email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com to ensure up-to-date details and for further information.

Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us.

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Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook.com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - warmly welcomes members of all abilities. No auditions or need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.45pm, term time only. For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732.

The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.157.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.

Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall. We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions.

Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965.

Kings Community Choir - every Mon 7.30pm-9pm (term time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997.

Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www.yourcommunitychoir.com Cranmer Company of Singers - want to sing more in 2017?

Annual Come & Sing event at Bottesford Church on 14 April.

Faure Requiem. Datesaver for now. More details later.

Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am11am. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959.

Ruddington Choral present Music to Hear – light choral music for Spring

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Choral Society takes on a new direction!

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Wildwood are a small collection of restaurants that serve freshly prepared food with a European theme. As the name might suggest they are very conscious of their social and environmental responsibilities with regards to the food they source, how their restaurants are run and the work they do in the local community. In fact they protect 1 acre of rain forest per year per restaurant, so right now they are protecting 19 acres!!

We started our meal with Toasted Focaccia Bread (£3.95), ‘melt in the mouth’ Meatballs with tomato sauce and melted cheese (£5.65) and the Baked Mushrooms with melted gorgonzola cheese, spinach, walnuts and focaccia (£5.95) absolutely delicious. For mains the kids chose Breaded Chicken, Chips and Peas (£5.95 with a dessert) from the kids menu, with real chicken strips they went down a treat. My teenager decided on the Margherita Pizza (£7.75) which was absolutely amazing as it was cooked in a

proper pizza oven and reminded us of Italy. Brett had the Sirloin Steak (£15.95) which was cooked to perfection and served with a delicious peppercorn sauce. I went for the Wild Boar & Chorizo Burger(£11.65) with jalapenos and mayo, it was absolutely scrummy and a great twist on a classic.

We were all suitably stuffed but couldn't resist the desserts! The kids had ice cream as part of the kids menu and were spoilt again with cones, sprinkles, sauce and marshmallows! Brett chose the Mixed Berry Crumble (£5.50) from the specials board which was delicious and being a chocoholic I had the Chocolate Honeycomb Fudgecake (£5.75) which was divine and I will definitely be returning but not just for that!

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Have Your Fill From Nature’s Larder Foraging has, of course, been a part of the human eating experience from the beginning, but in modern times you are more likely to pop to your local supermarket or, if you’re feeling adventurous, to your local farmers’ market for your supply of veg, fruit and salad than you are to grab a bag and head into the woodlands and hedgerows.

But in recent years the appetite for foraging has grown in strength, as people enjoy the authenticity of local, seasonal, usually indigenous and, of course, free, food.

So in demand has foraged produce become, wild mushrooms in particular, that some places have banned people from picking for personal use altogether, as restaurants and markets have employed those in the know to hunt out the best sites or have turned a blind eye to their sources and picking has been on an almost industrial scale, spoiling the fun for the rest of us.

But there is still much to be found in the English countryside, if you just take the time to look. The pièce de résistance of foraging for many is the amazing array of wild mushrooms and fungi that appear from late summer to late autumn. I used to go mushroom hunting a lot when I was younger, morels, chanterelles, field mushrooms and boletes, but I find as I’ve got older I have

become increasingly risk averse and am no longer prepared to take a chance on mistaking my innocuous field mushroom for the deadly similar Deathcap. Whilst there isn’t much to beat wild fungi on the flavour front, I strongly recommend you only gather them with a qualified expert at your side, or better still, pop to a local market and find the farmed versions.

Even without mushrooms though, you’ll find a host of edible species in the fields, woods and hedgerows from early spring to late autumn, favourites such as elderflower and wild garlic, nettles, blackberries, sloes and rosehips and the less well known wild sorrel, mallow and fat hen - perfect for creating your own salads, cordials, jams, beers and soups, pretty much for free.

There are rules though! Never pick or eat anything you are unsure of, if in doubt, leave well alone, only take from plentiful supplies and never dig up or remove any kind of plant, take only what you intend to eat and always seek permission from the landowner if you are on private land. You can find further advice from the Woodland Trust on-line. If you do fancy dipping into nature’s larder though, here are a few really simple recipes to get you started.

Abby Brennan is a former café-owner, food writer, speaker and small/start-up food-business mentor.

You can find her blog at fishwifeskitchen.com

Wild Garlic and Nettle Soup (April/May)

Elderflower Cordial (June/July)

Bramble Jam (August/ September)

Play around with the recipe as you see fit, a dash of white wine and/ or double cream (at the end) make great additions. (Caution, unless you know you are gathering “dead nettles” with the white or purple flowers, make sure you wear gloves, the sting goes once the nettles are cooked but not before!)

Ingredients 2.5 kg white caster sugar 2 lemons (unwaxed or washed, zested and sliced) 20 fresh elderflower heads (trim off the stalks) 85g citric acid (most chemists sell this)

Ingredients 450g brambles (wild blackberries), rinsed well.

450g white granulated sugar (blackberries can be low in pectin so you might what to improve your chances of a good set by using “jam sugar” which has pectin added) Juice of 1 large lemon.

Ingredients (serves 4-6) 1 tbsp vegetable oil 25g butter 1 onion finely diced 1 leek, 1 celery stick & 1 carrot finely diced (the last optional) 1 small potato, peeled and diced Approx 1 ltr of good chicken or veg stock Roughly 300g young nettle leaves (washed) Roughly 200g wild garlic leaves (washed) 3 tbsp milk Method Heat oil & butter in a large pan, add onion & potato (& other veg if using) add a generous pinch of salt, stir well & allow to sweat for around 15 - 20 mins on a low heat.

Add stock & simmer for 10 mins then add nettles (in batches) and garlic leaves. Simmer for a couple of minutes.

Remove from the heat & blend using a stick blender. Return to the heat & add milk (or cream). Season to taste.

You can also use the young wild garlic stems as a side dish, simply place in a pan with a tight fitting a lid, add a splash of water & a knob of butter & let the stems & leaves steam for a few minutes until wilted.

(makes about 4 litres)

Method Put sugar & 1.5 litres water into a large saucepan. Heat gently (without boiling) until all sugar is dissolved.

Bring the pan to a boil then remove from the heat.

Gently rinse the flowerheads in a washing-up bowl or bucket to remove any dirt & insects, shake off the excess water & add the flowers, lemon slices, zest & citric acid to the syrup. Stir well, cover & leave to infuse for 24 hrs.

Line a colander with a clean tea-towel or piece of muslin & place over a large bowl, ladle in the syrup and allow to drip slowly through. Discard any bits and then use a funnel to fill freshly sterilised bottles. The cordial will keep for about 4 weeks in the fridge. Add to soda water or sparkling white wine for a refreshing summer drink.

(should make a couple of jars)

Method Put the brambles in a pan & add the lemon juice, simmer gently for around 15mins. When the fruit is cooked, add the sugar & cook over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved.

Turn the heat up & bring to a boil, keep at a rolling boil, & keep stirring for around 15 minutes until setting point is reached. (Either a temp of 104.5C or when a spoonful of jam dropped on a freezing cold saucer wrinkles and sets when pushed with your finger).

Fill your sterilised jars with the jam, seal & allow to cool before storing in the fridge.

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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 £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Mapperley Artists - meet at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Thursday 1.30pm. Call John Tanner on 0115 960 2614.

Pranyog Yoga Classes - every Tuesday 6pm - 7.30pm. At Raja Sahib Temple, 196a Mansfield Rd, NG3 4GG. Classes are

FREE with £2 donation for venue/heating/lighting. Tel 07803 149781 or visit www.pranyog.co.uk Mapperley & Arnold Rotary Club - meet Wednesdays@ 6.30pm at Mapperley Golf Club. For more info contact the secretary Peter Radford on 0115 966 3385 Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX. Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

Arnold Local History Group - all new visitors or members welcome. We meet 3rd Tuesday of the month with a break in July, August & December. Meetings at Bonington House (Labour Club), High St, Arnold. Details: www.arnold-history-group.org.

Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB Mapperley and District U3A - meets 10am, 4th Thursday in the month at Mapperley Plains Recreation & Social Club on Plains Road, Mapperley. For more info: 07913 399362

Mapperley Knit & Natter Club - first Monday of each month. 6.45 - 9pm at Killisick Comm. Centre, Arnold, NG5 8DB. New members welcome. For more information call Ann Mathews on 0115 927 9365.

Woodthorpe Huffers & Puffers Running Club - for all abilities - 2 miles to marathon! Meet at Thackerays Lane Park (behind

Vale pub) 3 times a week. Learn to Run courses if you are new to running as well as walking group. See website for details: ww.woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk Marie Curie Mapperley & Arnold Fundraising Group - have been together for a successful year now but would love to have some new members on the board. We meet most months and aim to host 2 or 3 events a year. If you’re able to join the group or would just like to help with collections please call Zoe on 07790 299838 Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 07973 872213.

Arnold Arts Society - at the Pond Hills Arts Society, Pond Hills Lane, Arnold. Meetings are on Tuesday/Thursday mornings and Wednesday evenings. For more info call Eric Wileman on 01623 793923.

Coffee Morning - at the Wesleyan Reform Church, corner of Burford/Furlong Street, Arnold. On the 2nd Saturday of each month. 10am - 11.30am. Cakes, home-made marmalade etc on sale.

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.

Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every 2 weeks on Thurs eve at Pond Hills Community Centre. Photography skills from the complete beginner to the accomplished amateur. For more info visit www.arnoldanddistrictcameraclub.org.uk Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am (except bank holidays)at The Town House, 1-5 High St, Arnold, NG5 7DA. For more info call 07939 899 213.

Prospect Players - meet at 7.30pm on Tues & Fri at the Pondhills Lane Community Centre, Arnold from September to May. For more info call Fiona Shaw on 07984 987216 or visit www.prospect-players.com Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents? Then we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com

Mapperley Scrabble Club - Arrive at 6.30pm every Thurs at Haywood Rd Community Centre. Newcomers & experienced players welcome.For more info contact Greg on 07910 048162 or visit www.mapperleysc.org.uk.

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

South Notts Alive & Kicking - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-11.15pm. South Notts N.C.D.S.W is for the divorced, separated & widowed. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154.

Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tues every other month (Jan, March, May, July, Sept) 7.30

to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.

British Sugarcraft Guild Nottingham Branch - meet 2nd Wed monthly at The Dales URC Church, Bakersfield, NG3 7GL - 7-9pm. Visitors welcome, novice to experienced sugarcrafters. Contact Jackie Taylor: 07708 035311 or taylorj786@btinternet.com Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips.

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Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation

House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

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 Jane Walden - 0115 937 5343.

Card Club - Are you an old hand at card games or want to give it a go? Come & learn Tichu, a card game for 4 people; more

strategic than poker, less complex than Bridge & great fun. We meet every 2 or 3 weeks in a relaxed & non-competetive atmosphere. All ages welcome. For further details contact sarah.mulholland@gmx.de City of Nottingham Probus Club - a club for men over 65, meeting at The New Mechanics Institute, North Sherwood St, Notts on 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am, meetings start at 10.30am. Interesting talks on many subjects plus optional lunch. Just turn up or call Robin on 0115 916 4774 or email: r.west8@ntlworld.com Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - all genres catered for. For info please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098 Nottingham Organ Society - Bonington Theatre. 1st Monday in the month at 7.30pm. Come along and listen to an evening of light musical entertainment. Tickets available at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Nottingham. Call 0115 956 0733 Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities and help in your local community, nationally and internationally through volunteering and fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thurs monthly. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.

The Nottingham Mechanics - 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contat: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 10.30-12pm followed by lunch 12.30-2.30pm at Masonic Hall, West Bridgford. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org

French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Gedling Local Members’ Group - meets regularly throughout the year for local walks & hosts an informative talks programme each autumn/winter in Burton Joyce. For details of activities & events please visit: www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/category/gedling or contact Gay Wood on 0115 920 5940 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.

The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant Society - welcomes everyone interested in plants & gardening. Meet 2nd Friday monthly from Sept-April at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford. Doors open @ 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For more info visit: www.nottmhps.org.uk, email: hps.nottingham.group@gmail.com or call Carol on 0115 914 2474 Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Daybrook Bowls Club - friendly club, 5 league teams together with social bowling. Functions throughout the year. New members welcome. Green: Sir John Robinson Way, Daybrook (behind Sainsbury’s car park). Contact 0115 926 2705 or 0115 952 5692 Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 50s & 60s. We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more info visit www.bootlace-buddies.org.uk

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Arnold Townswomens Guild - meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm in the Meeting Rooms of Arnold Library. New members are always welcome. For more details please contact 0115 960 2596 or bl_hales@hotmail.co.uk Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Monday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk Burton Joyce Bowls Club - The Poplars Sports Ground, Station Road. Further information on 0115 844 7167 Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. Meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North

Sherwood St, Nottingham on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Jenny on 01623 491331.

Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 8.30pm at The Lion, Mosely St, NG7 7FQ. No membership fees, no playing fees. The Lion is a Real Ale Pub. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info.

Soroptimist International - a group of women who meet 1st & 3rd Monday monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun, friendship & to help with these projects. For more info & contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham Making Tracks Walking Group - is for single adults aged 40+ who share a love for the outdoors.

We walk every Sunday throughout the year in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire.

Own transport essential. For more information visit: www.walkwithmakingtracks.org.uk. All new members welcome.

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Foxhill Evangelical Church Coffee & Cake - every Wednesday 10.30am til noon. Why not call in for a coffee, cake and

chat?

Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com

Bonington Players - meet for rehearsals at 7.45pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August to May at the Old Peoples

Welfare Centre, Nottingham Road, Arnold. Productions are staged at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold. For more info call Linda on 0115 953 2807 or visit www.boningtonplayers.co.uk.

Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley - Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and join us. Have fun and keep fit. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 11 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME Friends of Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734

Kindred Spirits Notts - Many social activities a month in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by calling 0115 844 0011.

New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full programme of events each month - (daytime only) day trips, theatre,

strolls, walks, meals out, places of interest. For further details contact Joan 929 0902, www.newlifenotts.org.uk or email: newlife.notts@virginmedia.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 City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU entrance opposite former Fiveways pub. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. Suitable for all ages. New members welcome, first 3 vists free.

Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tues at The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interesting, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wed monthly at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village. Bus no.30/parking at rear. For more info. call Angela Gilbert 0115 928 3414 or see website www.spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical

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Arnold Branch of the U3A - for retired or semi-retired people. Meet at 1.30pm on the 1st Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - www.arnoldu3a.org or Pat Jackson: patjackson181@hotmail.co.uk

Bonington Film Club - Membership £1 per year. Film admission £2.50. Films shown regularly to members in the Bonington Theatre. To join contact Pauline Allan: 0115 967 6722 or pauline.allan1@ntlworld.com

Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. Light exercise (chair exercise) £3 inc. tea, biscuits & freshly prepared meal.

Every Wed 11am-2pm. St Marks Church Hall, De-Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Tel Surjitsingh on 0115 958 3244 for more info.

Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 9939106 after 7pm for info. New members welcome.

Nottingham CHA Walking Group - would like to invite new members to local weekday or weekend walks further afield.

For more details please call 0115 927 4869 or email: margnewell11@virginmedia.com.

Nottingham Oddfellows - are you lonely & want to get out and meet people in a social & friendly atmosphere? Come

along & meet us on the first Friday monthly @ 11am - Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. For more info call Karen on 01949 843727 or karen.pye-smith@oddfellows.co.uk. All welcome.

Get Going In Gedling - provides volunteer-led short health walks most days of the week. If you enjoy walking and socialising, how about joining us. These walks are a great way to start exercising in a safe and supportive environment.

For more info call Fiona Hextall on 0115 901 3635 or visit www.gedling.gov.uk and search for Get Going in Gedling.

Hucknall Round Table - we are a group of ordinary guys who get to do extraordinary things. Members have the chance to embrace life to the full& in turn support their local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info contact Daniel Hayes on 07889 725 836 or email: secretary@hucknallroundtable.co.uk.

Keep Fit Association - exercise for mature ladies. At Mapperley Community Centre every Tues 10.30am from Sept 6th. For more info 07979 866406 or 0115 943 0403 Seated Yoga Class - Thursdays 2-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton.

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Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley Primary School, Catfoot Ln, Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk

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Are you beach ready?

I write these articles a couple of months in advance so there is unfortunately a chance that, by the time you read this, we have already seen the best weather that our British Summer has to offer us this year but I have my fingers crossed that it isn’t the case.

You might be asking yourself, what does a psychotherapist know about getting beach ready?

Surely someone who deals with matters of the mind isn’t going to be of much use in helping me to look good in a bikini? You’d be quite right – there are other people far more knowledgeable than me in matters of diet and exercise to help you look your best on the beach if that is what you want to do. I am speaking to the rest of you. Those of you who would maybe like to put in the time and effort to diet and exercise but know that realistically, that’s probably not going to happen this year. Should you resign yourself to buying a cheap tent from Decathlon and wearing that on the beach?No. I firmly believe that everyone has the right to feel comfortable in their own skin, no matter what size they are, no matter whether they have scars, stretch marks, folds of skin or any of the other bodily attributes that tend to get airbrushed out of media coverage. That doesn’t mean that if you wish to change your shape or lose weight that you shouldn’t try to do that - just that it doesn’t help you to feel bad about yourself right now. Very few people manage to make positive changes to their lifestyles or their lives by beating themselves up and tearing themselves to shreds. In actual fact, that is more likely to get in the way of positive change – after all, who feels like doing something positive for themselves after taking a verbal battering?

One of the most important things you can do for your own body confidence is forget all about the

images that you get fed through the media every single day. Those images are not a true reflection of how real people look – even the people in those images don’t look like that in real life. The images are so digitally manipulated – stretched, slimmed down, every single human flaw edited out at the click of a mouse – that you will never be able to achieve that in real life and will only make yourself miserable trying. Nobody is perfect, not even the models that smile down on us from the billboards, and you will find it much easier to be at ease with yourself physically if you no longer try to live up to such unrealistic standards.

In reality, when you are sat on the beach in your swimsuit, no one will actually be paying as much attention to you as you think they are. We tend to think that everyone is looking at us, most likely thinking negative thoughts about how we look or what we are doing, but really those people are doing exactly what you are doing, sat there wondering what everyone is thinking of them in their swimsuit.

The truth is, most people are usually too busy thinking about their own stuff and their own lives to be paying too much attention to you and your life.

Just to finish, whilst writing this article I came across a great tip for body confidence and I love it. The tip is... smile more. If you catch someone looking your way, give them a big smile as though you are brimming with confidence – not only will the other person think that you are indeed brimming with confidence, you will make yourself feel better too. Wear what you like on the beach as long as you wear it with a huge smile and spend more time having fun and enjoying your life than worrying about what you look like.

Marie Scott is a CBT therapist and psychotherapist, based at Maple House Clinic in Eastwood, NG16 3BD. She deals with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress and anger amongst many others. For more information about Marie and the issues she can help with, please visit www.chrysalistherapyservices.co.uk or give her a call on 07791 894227. Marie provides all clients a safe and confidential space in which to deal with their issues.

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Coach Excursions These include a trip to Coventry Cathedral and Leicester Guildhall, Hughenden Manor (NT), Lichfield Cathedral and the National Memorial Arboretum, and in September, Waddesden Manor(NT).

Walks Several walks are planned, some of which start from Nottingham by public transport (that’s my kind of walk) to places of particular interest. In June there’s a walk from Bonsall to Rowsley in Derbyshire, in July, a walk from Knowle to Packwood House(NT), in August it’s Crich Stand to Cromford Mill, and finally, in September, Greetham to Edith Weston via Rutland Water.

Holidays The short walking holiday in May has become a popular annual event. This year members will enjoy the beauty of Tintern and the Wye Valley. Two other holidays are planned: one in June - ‘Southern Delights’ will explore Hayling Island and Hampshire, while the break in September offers an opportunity to visit Lancashire Hotspots – in particular the Hotspots of Manchester!

Garden Group Visits planned for this popular group include Thoresby Hall Gardens and Chatsworth RHS Flower Show.

Local and Family History Group In addition to the delights listed above this group offers visits to Ruddington Museums, Stoneywell, the charming recently acquired Arts and Crafts house in Leicestershire (NT), and Beauvale Priory in Nottinghamshire.

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Summer 2017

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Donations As supporters of National Trust members are delighted to be able to donate to various properties in need. In 2017 the following sums will be given to NT properties in the East Midlands: To Belton House - £700.00 towards the purchase of two urns and plinths for the gardens.

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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus

So, what’s next?

You’ve been working hard, and making progress. But, as with all endeavours, you’ve reached a plateau. The momentum’s slowed, your focus has drifted; it’s hard to stay 100% motivated 100% of the time. So, relax. CHILL. Then set a new goal; small, but tempting enough to get that bit back between your teeth. Soon you’ll be charging forth again.

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Determined to prepare for the worst to the point it can infect the good times you should be enjoying. If you must adhere to this ‘vigilant’ energy then invest it productively: making improvements to your home, work or creative projects. Success attracts success; there’s more to come if you’ll let it in.

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WHAT’S NEW AT WEST MIDLAND SAFARI PARK? Staff at West Midland Safari Park have a fun-filled 2017 planned for their visitors, with brand new events, some exciting new arrivals and the chance to meet the latest babies.

The Park’s busy events calendar has been updated to include four new exciting conservation weeks, where guests will get the chance to take part in unique VIP experiences, enter competitions to win some amazing money-can’t-buy prizes and learn just what they can do to help, even from the comfort of their own sofa.

This year, the Park will be hosting Protect Bats Week from 6-14 May and Protect Lions Week from 17-25 June. There will also be Rhino Week for May half term, to support Save the Rhino International.

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In August and September, the Park welcomed Embu and Emali, two baby Rothschild’s giraffes. Then on 14 January 2017, another baby giraffe was born. Named ‘Fennessy’ by his keepers, the baby boy already stood at six-feet-tall when he was born.

Also new for 2017, a family of gigantic pterosaurs soared into the grounds of West Midland Safari Park and made it their new home. With a wing span averaging around 11 metres, quetzalcoatlus was the largest animal to have ever taken to the skies.

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We’re at that time of year again when a percentage of the population are gearing up taking exams. As with most anxiety inducing situations the simple answer is to take control:

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• Preparation – It’s essential to know what you should be revising and that you have all notes, books and information sources to hand.

• Plan – From a revision plan to understanding your exam timetables make sure you have planned meticulously. Vary your revision habits intermittently so that you don’t get bored.

• Productivity – We all work differently and I’ve always found that studying in the early morning was my most productive time. If you’re an early bird or night owl recognise what works for you and plan your revision accordingly.

• Rest – It’s a proven fact that the mind can only concentrate for about 45 minutes at one stretch. Take regular breaks from your revision so that you can retain information more effectively.

• Eat & Drink Well – To avoid blood sugar levels fluctuating and causing energy dips try to eat a high protein/low sugar diet. Avoid processed foods and snacking on biscuits and chocolates. Similarly, sugary drinks can mess with your energy levels. Stick to water to keep hydrated.

• Exercise – Walk the dog ( if you don’t have one – borrow one!) swim or cycle …..anything to boost those happy hormones which will reduce your stress levels.

• Perspective – Above all else remember that exam stress won’t last forever and adrenaline levels on the day will potentially help carry you through. When it comes to employability later in life most employers look for more than just exam results when assessing candidates – attitude, communication skills and selfconfidence are also important.

I wish you the very best of luck in your endeavours! © Helen Jones

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If you run a group or club for kids this is the page for you. For not-for-profit or charities it’s free. Other groups pay £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Call 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - 10 June & 16 Sept: 2pm-4pm at The Good Shepherd Church. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

Marcia Jones School of Dance - Street, Tap, Ballet & Modern Theatre classes. Every Wednesday, St James Church, Mapperley. There has never been a more exciting time to enrol. Perform in our dance show extravaganza to be held at the Nottingham Royal Convert Hall Sunday 25th June 2017.

For more info tel: 0115 9226499 or visit www.marciajones.co.uk Air Cadets - 138 Sqn, Carlton TA Centre, Carlton, NG4 3DX. Tues & Thurs 6.45pm-9pm. Girls & boys 12-17yrs. Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, DofE, BTECs & more. Tel: 0115 940 4308 St Judes Toddler Group - Tues & Thurs (term time only), 9.30am - 11.15am at St Judes Church Hall, Woodborough Rd. Call Jenny on 0115 985 6131.

Dance Divaz - Dance for fun to latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced £4 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.

Foxhill Evangelical Church Mums & Toddlers Group - every Tuesday, term time - 9.30am 11.30am. £2 per family. Newborn to 3½yrs. All welcome.

Iona School Toddler Group - a gentle & supportive session for parents/carers and their little ones.

Tues & Wed 9.30am - 11.30am (term time only) at Iona School, 310 Sneinton Dale. Call 0115 941 5295 or www.theionaschool.org.uk. We are a registered charity.

Mapperley Methodist Playgroup - Every Thurs 10am - 12 at Mapperley Methodist Church, Woodborough Rd, Mapperley (ring for Hall). Relaxed play for babies and toddlers. £2 per family, includes tea and biscuits. Contact Danielle on 07535 521727.

Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Mon (except Bank Holidays) 10-12. Friendly, busy group.

Suitable from bump to sitting babies only. Small play area with baby toys. Various events organised. Some weeks “chill and chat”. FREE admission. Contact Paula for details 07967 252784 or paula@babydaze.me St Jude’s Youth Club - Wednesdays, 6-8pm (term time only) for 11-16 yrs. 50p entry. For more details please visit www.stjudesyouth.org.uk 1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Monday night (term time): 5.30pm - 7.30pm. Open to all ages 5-18 yrs - boys and girls. At St Andrew’s Community Hall, Chestnut Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5AD. Contact: bbga@standrewsnottm.org.uk or 0115 912 0098 Forest Kids Nottingham - every Thursday 10am - 12 noon at Woodthorpe Grange Park. Meet at the Mansfield Road gates for nature activities, games and general mucking about in the fresh air. Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/forestkidsnotts or email: forestkidsnotts@gmail.com Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group- A fun & friendly group for babies & pre-schoolers. Mon 9.3011.30am & Fri 2-4pm (term time) at The Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, 3 Thackeray’s Lane,NG5 4HT. £3 per family. E: little.lambs@virginmedia.com, visit www.facebook.com/littlelambswoodthorpe or follow on Twitter @littlelambsng5 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.

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.

Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Mon & Fri 6.30pm - 7.30pm April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport, BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs. For more information visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645 Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org Good Shepherd Pre-School - OFSTED registered for children aged 30 mths upwards. Children from all families welcome, with places available now. 15 mths group; parents & toddlers welcome.

Weds 1-3pm £3.Please contact Melanie Saunders on 07971 382837 for more information.

Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info call 0115 808 4508 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btck.com Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7-11 yrs, along with hardball teams for 11-15yrs. Contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details.

Mapperley Junior Netball Club - Are you in year 7,8 & 9 and love netball? New junior netball club. Mon 6pm - 7pm at Carlton Le Willows Academy, Wood Lane, NG4 4AA (Indoor). £2 per session. Coach led. Contact Sarah - sarahhumphrey@ btinternet.com

FOR SALE.......

Sell your unwanted items for FREE. Call 0115 926 9777 Magimix Le Duo Combi Juicer. Chrome.

Centrifugal and citrus options. Includes all attachments & instructions. £25. 07800 633101 GIANT Kids Mountain Bike. Good condition.

Suit 10-14yrs. £30. 07800 633101 Garden 2 Seater Swing Chair. Green/white. £30 (frame may need dismantling). 0115 960 5122 (ng3) Pair of 15 Pane Glass Dividing Doors. £15 ono. 0115 929 3557 White Bathroom Cabinet. With sliding mirror doors. 30.5”x20”x6”. £25. 0115 840 3847 Wheelbarrow. With soft tyres. £20. 0115 840 3847 Glass Topped Large TV Stand. L 134cm x W 50cm x H 55cm. £20. 0115 952 8056 Solid Oak Flooring. 20mm thick. Approx. 4 sqr mtrs left over from my living room. £125 ono.

07894 078815 Apple iPad Air. Silver. 32gb. In box with charger. Ex.cond. £225 ono. 07894 078815 Suzuki M1800R Full Exhaust for B.O.S.S. Been on bike for 800 miles only. £285 ono.

07894 078815 HTO1 Battery Long Reach Hedge Trimmer.

Includes 1 x extra battery. £50. 01773 786028 BRYSS 12 Ltr Dehumidifier. Used once. Half price. £75. 01773 786028 Jay-be Folding Bed. With duvet. As new. £75.

01773 786028 Adagio Seated Walk-In Bath. 5 yrs old, cost £4800, rarely used, good working order. Easy to enter, use & fill. £800. 01159 287647.

Garden Gate. Strong timber. Treated 4ft H x 3ft W. Unused. £15. 07434 417841 Timber. 4” x 2” x 10ft long - 10 lengths. £25.

07434 417841 White Soft Close Toilet Seat (Cavalier).

Brand new. £9. 07757 285888 Electric Cement Mixer. Used once. £100 boxed. 01773 779414 Garden Gate. Strong timber. Treated. 6ft H x 3ft W. Unused. £25. 07804 828017 Food Processor. 1.2L, 500 watts. 2 speed with pulse function. VGC. £15. 0115 950 1358 Mini Chopper. 120 watts. As new. £5. 0115 950 1358

WANTED. Any old fishing gear wanted by collector. Reels, tackle, full set-ups. Also men’s watches. Cash waiting. 07855 994605 Merritt Sewing Machine. Ex.cond. And brand new fabric cutting board. £50 for both. 0115 965 5680 3 Piece Suite. Draylon. Beige 3 seat settee, 2 chairs. Ex.cond. £150 ono. 0115 9202 731 Knightsbridge Cane Furniture. Cost £1000.

Needs recovering. Bargain £250. 0115 966 1154 Cardale Garage Door. Used, bare wood, ready to stain. 4m x 260mm x 2m105mm. With frame & Stanley door opener. Cost £2800.

Bargain £450. 0115 966 1154 Old Books. 238 old books to sell. Dickens, Lewis Carroll, Lawrence etc..Open to offers.

07497 341316 Halogen Oven. Unwanted gift, still boxed. £25.

0115 919 7630 Mahogany Corner Cocktail Cabinet. 6ft high.

VGC. £75. 07989 621771 Large Solid Mahogany Coffee Table. 3ft x 3ft.

Very heavy. £75. 07989 621771 Football Referee’s Kit. Never worn. Size medium. Inc. stop watch, whistle & cards. £40 ono. 0115 923 3189 Ladies Dark Brown Faux Fur Jacket. Never worn. Size 14. £40 ono. 0115 923 3189 Brother Overlock Machines. For threading. £150. 0115 962 2714 Expanding Mannequins. For sizes 12, 14, 16 & 18. With cover. £70. 0115 962 2714 Gents New Leather Jacket. Size 42. £70.

0115 962 2714 Garden Groom Safety Hedge Trimmer.

Immaculate condition. £40. 0115 965 5680 Cane Chair. £20. 0115 981 7160 Cane Sofa. 4ft long. £40. 0115 981 7160 Teak Dresser/Display Unit. 2 cupboards & drawers. Part glazed. £75. 0115 981 7160 Masport Petrol Lawn Mower. Briggs & Stratton engine. 350 18 cut. Self propelled. £400 new. Want £175 no offers. 0115 963 5427 Retro Style Dining Room Display Unit.

Medium brown wood. 3 drawers, 2 cupboards.

Approx.120cm H x 125cm W. £50 ono. 0115 833 2654

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FOR SALE.......

Sell your unwanted items for FREE. Call 0115 926 9777 80 x Jigsaw Puzzles. 500-1000 pieces 50p to £1.50. 07751 444056.

Logic Radio/CD Player. Inc. usb port. Almost new. £5. 07751 444056.

Beldray Metal Step. Height 5ft2”. £4. 07751 444056.

2 Tier Rabbit Hutch. Good cond. 5ft x 3.5ft.

Was £250 new. Wanting £30. 01773 771264 Bresser Lyra Telescope.

Ex. cond. As new. 4 lenses. inc. a 3 x Barlow lenses, 2 compasses & guide to universe book. Viewing recommended. 01773 530047/07484 095133 Bowls Equipment. 4x Thomas Taylor woods size 4; 4 wood holder; 2 tier wheeled bag with handle; bowls lifter; 2 measures & other items inc.waterproof coat & cricket jumper. Asking £70 ono. 01773 530047/07484 095133 Quest Leisure Windsor Porch Awning. VGC. £100 ono. 07751 444056.

Set of 3 Suitcases. Never used. Good condition. £25. 0115 876 0703 4 Berth Tent, Table (seats 4), 2 Ring Cooker (with grill), Double Air Bed (with pump), Food larder & Cooker Stand . All as new & boxed. £200. 0115 920 8549/0794 1958809 Contents of 1990s Craftman’s Garage for sale:. Black & Decker H552 2 speed hammer action drill; Black & Decker D390A finishing sander; Bosch PHO Planer; Black & Decker BD5385E electronic auto scrolling saw, variable speed; Black & Decker DN66 plunge router; Draper FS325A 13’ fretsaw; Clarkes CBG 6RC bench grinder (right hand guard missing); Black & Decker KS/850 1110W circular saw; Mitre saw framing guide 550mm; Draper D13/5A 5 speed bench press drill (solenoid switch control needs replacing); Black & Decker workmate + 3 boxes of various tools & materials. £290.

NOT SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 0115 928 6042 3 Pairs Curtains. Dark brown with gold, floral design. 2000mm drop x 1500mm wide each curtain. Ex. cond. £60. 01949 829199 Folding Bike. With gears & mud guards. As new with protective covers. Small wheels. £160. 0115 928 2467 Unused Magnet Stainless Steel Splashback.

60cm x 80cm. £20. 0115 878 1054

WANTED. Horizontal framed picture of Last Supper. Other formats considered. Also Bubble Boy picture wanted. 0115 956 8471 Metal Shed. 6ft x 4ft. Plus 6 x slabs. All free to take away. 01773 768755 Thomson Wide Screen 38” TV. Good working order. £25. 07724 410109 84 Books. Mostly paperbacks by James Patterson & co-authors + several Patterson book shots. All good cond. Suitable for car boot/market. £20. 0115 953 3266 17 Ordnance Survey Maps. £20. 01773 786742 Bowls. Set of 4 woods. Taylor Elite. Size 4.

Plus bag. £40. 0115 928 6475 Singer Sewing Machine. Model 6235. Lovely cabinet with stool & drawer. £150. 01623 793852 Power Plus Electric Mower. £50. 01623 793852 Petrol Hedge Strimmer. £40. 01623 793852 Stannah Stairlift. Takes up to 160kg. Needs to be dismantled & collected. FREE. 0115 976 0847 Indoor Water Feature. With elephant figures & flowers. Brand new water pump. Cost £65.

Accept £35 ono. 0115 9621529 Actim 31 Day Wall Clock. Black cased. 15” drop, 9” wide. £20 ono. 0115 9621529 Car Ramps. Good condition. £20. 07787 982245 Bosch Washing Machine & Separate Dryer.

7 mth use only. Cost £764. Will accept £255.

Can deliver. 07587 421812 Bosch Fridge. Under counter. Frost free.

Ex.cond. Cost £324. Will accept £75. 07587 421812 Medium Size Indoor Rabbit Cage. £10.

07913 737710 Pet Carrier. £5. 07913 737710 Jumbo Dog Cage/Crate. As new though tray slightly cracked). £80 ono. 07913 737710 Riding Equipment For Sale. New & used. All good cond. Boots, jodpurs, hat + much more...

Sell total package £250 or can sell individual items. Call for detailed list & more info. 0115 984 7498

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Stay safe summer

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can rise rapidly, which can make dogs very distressed.

The clocks have leapt forward and with lighter and longer evenings, it’s important to ensure your home is secured – especially with the weather improving as we head into the summer months.

When the weather is warm owners should always ensure that your pets have plenty of cool, fresh drinking water available to them. Cars, conservatories and caravans are not suitable for dogs to be left in.

With the April heatwave giving us all a taste of what’s hopefully to come for 2017, it’s good to be prepared and ensure your property is secure.

Security outside your home Many of you will have gone on bike rides, gone to the local park with friends and family and had your first BBQ of the year recently. It’s important whilst you aren’t in your property that you ensure that is secure.

Ensure your doors and windows are shut and that your keys are kept in a safe place and out of sight, when outside.

By leaving your house open in the warmer climate it can entice thieves to your belongings, so please don’t let them have this opportunity.

Dogs trapped in hot cars Please do not leave dogs in cars – even for a few minutes – as temperatures inside vehicles

Find your Safer Neighbourhoods team by entering your postcode on the homepage of www. nottinghamshire.police.uk

If the animal is starting to show distress but the situation is not life threatening, try to locate the owner to make them aware. If you are in a car park anywhere that may have a public address system, ask for an announcement to be put out.

In the meantime, please contact the police on 101, giving as much information as you can about the vehicle, registration number and location as officers can arrange to attend and try to make contact with the registered keeper of the vehicle to make them aware.

If the matter is getting near life or death for the animal please call Nottinghamshire Police on 999 stressing the urgency.

If you would like to speak to your local police, call us on 101. There is also plenty of information and advice guides on our website: http://www. nottinghamshire.police.uk/ advice

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Artificial Grass Supergrass

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Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Haydn Interiors Ltd 6 Revival Beds 23 Shower Doctor 43 Sliding Door Wardrobes 34 Blinds/Curtains/Shutters The Bay Track Co. 27 Bella Blinds 54 Building / Roofers / Fascias AKJ Contracts 57 Arnold Building & Roofing 60 B & P Paving 45 Bilborough Building 22 Canterburys 48 DMI Roofing 27 Ernehale Roofing 41 Hudsons Contracts 39 John White Builders 50 Notts Building & Roofing 25 Nottingham No Leak 43 Nottm Roofing Service 57 Property Dev. Ltd 59 J Power Builders 53 Premier Roofing Sols 55 PG Stapleton 55 W A Builders 28 Burial Grounds Tithe Green

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Butchers Country Fine Meats

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Buying/Selling Simon Trumper

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Cakes/Chocolate Retailers Cocoa Bake 63 Car Sales/Repairs/Parts Promech 51 T.I.M Motors 26 Care/Support Services Notts City Homes Nottingham on Call

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Chimney Sweeps Homesweep Supersweep

28 22

Cleaners:Homes, Windows, Carpets, Drives, Cars Aquablast 24 Bright & Beautiful 27 Brooklands Drive Clean 32 Chewing Services 41 Derwent Cleaning 38 Dustbusters 56 JWS Window Cleaning 59 MJ Cleaning 29 Red Carpet Cleaning 55 Complementary Therapies Heal @ Home 79 Computer Repairs/Sales Sola 68 Cruises Princess River Cruises

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Dance/Drama classes SFW Start Dancing Studio 3

84 79 83

Day Nurseries/Pre Schools Hollies Day Nursery 4

Golf Clubs Oakmere Golf Club

Dentists/Denture Clinics Kevin Manners 79 Sherwood Dental Care 81

Health & Fitness Clubbercise Gedling Leisure Linda Boston Pilates Notts Guided Walks Pilates with Claire SFW Ladies Gym Studio 3

79 85 83 75 85 84 83

Home Improvements Colin Allen Handyman Jason Craddock Man about the House Tony Smith Handyman

56 60 29 38

Joiners/Timberwork Beecroft Joiners DD Joiners MC Joinery D Moore Joinery Glen Myers M.Thompson

42 28 38 61 22 41

Ladies Fashion Gerties Fashion Agency Mazzi Boutique

82 79

Locksmiths Chris Tyas

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Opticians Specsavers

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Oven Cleaning/Repairs Ovenu

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Painting/Decorating Glen Birch Chris’ Decorating James Phil Sargeant Paul Tinsley Waters Colours

57 27 59 41 42 28

Pest Control MW Pest Control

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Pet Services Mutts & Poodles Wiggle Butts

12 12

Design & Print Print Toaster

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Domestic Appliance Engineers C. Moore Ltd 56 Notts Appliance Repairs 21 Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains 56 Electricians Steve Earnshaw DElectrix D J Hill Electrical J.A.N Electrical Perkins & Son R2D Electrical Equestrian Martins Farm Estate/Lettings Agents CDF Estates Kingswood Residential NZB Property Tristrams

62 21 23 39 43 59 12 35 69 29 1

Events/Gigs/Shows Arnold Carnival Family Fun Day

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Fencing Ace Fencing Premier Fencing

37 21

Fireplaces/Woodburners/ Stoves Homesweep 28 Stonebridge Fireplaces 53 Flooring/Carpets Brightwood Flooring The Little Carpet Co.

52 44

Foot Health Fixing Feet @ Home Suzanne Gratton-Fisher

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Funeral Directors/Plans Notts Funeral Services 17 Garden Centres/Nurseries Hilltop Nurseries 56 Garage Repairs/Doors JB Doors

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Gardening/Groundwork/Paving/ Drives Anderson Gardening 57 B & P Paving 45 DF Garden & Property 54 Heatherview Landscapes 32 Internet Gardener 7 James Joseph 55 LittleGreen Landscapes 42 Marriots Gardens 28 Nott’shire Drives 32 Premier Paving 22 Resin Drives 96 Smart Blox 25 Walkerscapes 52 WRS 23 Gas Engineer MCB Plumbing & Heating 41

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Photography/Restoration Detail Photography 75 Plastering Richard Brooks C J Plastering GM Plastering Matt the Plasterer MB Plastering

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Plumbing,Heating, Air Con Agua Gas 32 P.Byrne 49 B & M Plumbing 53 Coles P & H 59 PHS Plumbing 60 Stonebridge 62 Tony Jones Plumbing 38 Woodthorpe Plumbing 43 Property Maintenance Services DD Joinery 28 DF Garden & Property 54 M A Britton 62 JJ’s Jobs 50 Removals/House Clearance A & K Removals 3 ACS Removals 32

Gifts/Engraving Job Lot Trophies & Gifts

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Glass Specialist Sines Glass

Restaurants/Takeaways/Bars Dolcino 63 Wildwood 65

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Schools/Colleges New College Notts

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Shoe Repairs 3D Shoe Care

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Solicitors Rothera Sharp

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Tiling/Tile Retailers Grout & About JNB Tiling

22 42

Tree Surgeons Charnwood Trees Tindle Tree Care Woodthorpe Trees WRS

49 60 62 23

Travel Agents Forest Travel

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Tuition Language Tuition

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Upholstery Oak Tree Upholstery

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Vets Oak House Vets

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Will Writers ALH Legal Rothera Sharp

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Windows/Doors/Conservatories Acorn Windows 33 A & M Windows 36 We-Fix-Windows 30

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