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HAPPY 2016

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We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas holiday full of laughter and love!

January is traditionally a month when we set ourself goals for getting fit, shedding pounds, drinking less booze, the list goes on...in reality it’s probably the worse time of year for deprivation of any kind. In this edition we have some light hearted advice to help you get through these dark months with a smile on your face.

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contents eat, drink & be merry!

8 recipes 10 business, IT & finance 11 looking good, feeling great 12 sudoku 14 free time 16 community diary 16 - 17 kids 19 kids diary 21 home and garden 23 classifieds 32 crossword 34 safer neighbourhoods 40 a helping hand 50 helping hand directory 50 - 51 useful information 52 puzzle solutions 52 index / list of advertisers 54

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The Embankment is a newly refurbished venue, situated on Trent Bridge.

It was clear from the moment we walked in that the team at The Embankment are proud of the heritage of their building.

Formerly the Boots “No.2” store in the company’s home city it also became the firm’s social club. The pub has been tastefully refurbished and adorned with Boots memorabilia, pharmaceutical antiques and striking wall art, some of which includes photographs of the local area from bygone years.

The £600,000 investment is said to have ‘transformed the worst bits of the old interior and made a virtue of the best’. Original features - like the parquet floor, oak panelling, and stained glass - have been brought back to life, and complimented with contemporary features.

With two bars, a restaurant, a conservatory, function rooms plus a planned gig venue downstairs, it lends itself well to community use.

The adults only ‘Dispensary’ bar is particularly attractive and atmospheric, walking comfortably down the line between contemporary and tradition, and showcasing an excellent selection of real ale and craft beer.

Their aim is to produce traditional food but with a Mediterranean twist and some British-style tapas – things like mini fishand-chips or cottage pie.

We ate from the Sunday lunch menu.

Starters were £2.95 to £3.95. We chose Serrano ham bruschetta topped with honey dressed watercress & pomegranate.

A delight!

For mains our choices were steak, stilton & stout pie £9.95, chicken tikka masala £8.50 (both these were filling and delicious) or bangers & mash with onion gravy for £7.95 (chosen and enjoyed by our children).

Our family were looked after well by Ryan. The meal was good quality and affordable and the place relaxing and casual. A good, honest venue serving great value food.

In terms of The Embankment as a venue for your events like business seminars, conferences and meetings, team activities, training days, weddings, family celebrations and themed events they are happy to help you to plan your event and ensure you don’t pay more than you need to.

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1.2kg cubed lamb (shoulder or leg) olive oil 1 head garlic - chopped 1 tin chopped tomatoes 1tsp caster sugar 2 tbsp tomato puree 2 onions - chopped 20g plain flour thyme - few sprigs 1 tsp marjoram 2 or 3 bay leaves 2 tbsp chopped parsley 35cl red wine optional - 50g extra fine capers or 100g olives or both!

500g farfalle 50g grated parmesan Method Use a cast iron pot with lid. Brown lamb in olive oil.

Remove meat, discard fat.

Add more oil, fry onion & garlic gently. Do not allow to brown.

Add meat along with all other ingredients, season with salt & pepper. Top up with water to bring liquid level with meat.

Bring to simmering, cook 45 mins to 1 hour depending on age of lamb. Serve with pasta and cheese. Serves 6.

4oz melted butter 10oz caster sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla essence 4oz plain flour 5 tbsp cocoa Method Sieve flour & salt into a bowl. Add sugar. Mix eggs together then pour into the mixture. Add melted butter & vanilla essence. Stir. Pour into a well greased 8” spring form cake tin. Place in pre-heated oven (170°C) for about 30 mins.

Check after 25 mins.

Curried Carrot Soup Michael Caines, a Michelin star chef, kindly contributed this recipe.

500g carrots - peeled & chopped small 150g onions - chopped 150g unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic - peeled & crushed 1 tsp cumin seeds 2g madras curry powder 300ml chicken stock 500ml water 1 bouquet garnie fresh coriander leaves Method Sweat onion, garlic & carrots in a saucepan with a pinch of salt for 5 mins. Careful not to brown. Meanwhile toast cumin seeds in a dry pan. Then add madras powder & toasted cumin seeds to the vegetables & sweat for 2 mins.

Add the stock, water and bouquet garnie. Bring to boil & add a little salt. Reduce to simmer for 30 mins. Then blend to a fine purée, pass through a sieve, return to a clean pan, season and garnish with coriander leaves.

There are still a few books for sale. They cost £10 each and all proceeds go towards helping Alec go to Borneo for a month to work with local communities. If you would like a copy please email: alecboaden28@gmail.com.

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Community Diary

If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list is 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 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.

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.

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.

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

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 777 204/07764 412942 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk The Carousel Singers ladies choir, well established, singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Friday’s - 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.

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 Jenny on 01623 491331.

Middleton Townswomen Guild - meet at 2pm, first Tuesday of every month at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton. Guest speakers, social events, art & craft group. New members very welcome. Call 0115 928 9399 for more information.

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.

Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wednesday monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome.

Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Wollaton Dovecote Ladies Probus - meet at 10 for 10.30am on 3rd Monday monthly at St Leonard’s Community Centre.

Tea/coffee, speakers, outings. New members very welcome. For more information call Daryle on 0115 928 5780.

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

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.

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 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 Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month 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 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 Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome, including potential members. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www. lacecity.net Wollaton Natural History Society - meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm at St Leornard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village.Guest speakers, guided walks & outings. Call Graham Birkett on 07528 753470 or email: graham.birkett@ntlword.com or see website www.spanglefish.com/wollatonnaturalhistory 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 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.

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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 Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Lindsay Morgan Hall, Marshall Hill Drive, Mapperley, NG3 6FY. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook.com/majoroakchorus Phoenix Friends Group - we are a thriving group of outgoing, young at heart people mostly over 50 years of age, who enjoy a wide range of activities. If you are interested in forming new friendships & boosting your social life we would be delighted to hear from you. No membership charges. For further details email: phoenixfriendsgroup@aol.co.uk Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 1950s and 1960s.

We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more information visit www. bootlace-buddies.org.uk Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come and try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available on premises. Phone 0115 931 3965 or www.saturdaysingers.org.uk 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 Kindred Spirits at Age UK Notts - over 150 social activities a month in and around Nottingham, including coffee mornings, day trips, walks and exercise classes to name but a few! Call 0115 841 4473 to find out more.

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together on Tuesdays - 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.

New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full programme of events each month - 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 Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734

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.

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Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society Winter Events All events are free for WHaCS members or £2 for visitors and everyone is welcome.

We meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday monthly at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton (opposite Wollaton Library).

Wed 27 January: “Edward Carver, a Journey into Family & Local History” by Peter Hammond.

Wed 24 February: “Wollaton Hall, Comfort & Security in the 19th Century” by Pete Smith.

Further details from Angela Gilbert 0115 9283414 or see website http://www. spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical

Nottingham Flower Club

Feb 25 - Social evening & club demonstration Mar 24 - “Yesterday Today and Tomorrow” by David mason

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Bingham Model Railway Club were recently visited by a photographer from a national model railway magazine.

He was so impressed by what he saw that he has already planned another visit. If you would like to see what so impressed him why not go along for a visit to their exclusive Newton Clubrooms? They have members from all over Nottingham and beyond.

The club meet Tues from 10.30am and Thurs from 7.30pm. If you would like to arrange a visit or for more information please call Graham on 01949 877779 or email: grahamdean.bmrc@ntlworld.com.

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Be Kind To Yourself The first couple of months of the new year can be cold, dark and miserable. Party season is over. You’ve drunk far too much, eaten your own body weight in chocolate oranges, not moved off the settee for a fortnight (reaching for the remote doesn’t count!) and spent the GNP of a small country on presents.

Does it really make sense to suddenly pledge to lose 3 stone in three weeks, join a gym and go every night and not spend another penny until next December? I don’t think so!!

A few years ago I decided to give up making resolutions on new years eve. The pattern was the same every year. Setting myself up to fail, then beating myself up when, surprise, surprise, I achieved nothing.

As a general rule January and February can be pretty bleak. Depriving yourself of things that make you happy doesn’t help.

Forget resolutions and instead focus on being nice to yourself.

I recently came across an old Facebook page called “Be Kind To Yourself Challenge”. All you had to do was come up with one complementary thing about yourself every day for a month. What a lovely idea. It beats starving yourself anyway.

If you must set yourself some goals for 2016 then at least make them realistic. Be honest with yourself.

Setting rules like no chocolate/alcohol/ spending money for four weeks rarely works. Instead why not try avoiding chocolate from Monday to Thursday?

Knowing there is a light at the end of the tunnel makes a massive psychological difference.

Same goes for exercise. Think about what you enjoy. I tried a Zumba class once.

Never again. I was awful. But plenty of people love it. And if you love something you are much more likely to stick with it.

If you hate the idea of a gym then maybe long walks would work. Small changes can make a big difference.

There are loads of great apps to help you achieve goals. Here at ng magazines we have all done the C25K. None of us could run at all let alone 5k. We all used the app , gradually building up at our own pace and it works! We can all now run 5k without stopping.

So let’s enjoy these first few months of 2016. Let’s celebrate what we have! Let’s take small, realistic steps towards our goals. If we feel like a bar of chocolate then lets have one!

Eat well, sleep lots, drink plenty of water, move more, be mindful of your surroundings, say one nice thing about yourself everyday and things suddenly don’t seem too bad. © Ali Wale

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d Spectre: James Bon Shaken... le t it L a I’m After the pretty much perfect Skyfall, I was more than pumped for the next Bond film, especially as the team who made Skyfall were sticking around for it. And while the trailers for Spectre didn’t really seem to be hinting at the heights that Skyfall had accomplished I still had full faith in returning director, Sam Mendes, and team to deliver another sensational Bond. Sadly the small nagging feeling in the back of my mind turned out to be correct and not only was this a disappointing follow up to Skyfall but a mis-shaped end to Craig’s tenure as Bond.

The story of Spectre sees Bond attempt to hunt down and eradicate the shadowy force known as Spectre. A a force that seems to be the horrifying puppet master to many of not only the world’s misfortunes but many of Bond’s own personal tragedies too.

While that synopsis of the story makes this film sound like an emotionally charged conclusion to Craig’s Bond saga, surprisingly, emotional impact is one of the things sorely missing from this film.

One main reason for this is the romance. While I am completely fine with its inclusion, its execution was flimsy at best.

Another reason is the completely disappointing villain.

Spoken of in only scared whispers for the majority of the film, not only does Waltz’s character, Ernst Stavro Blofeld, enter way too late into the game, but his connection to Bond is never really explored in any satisfying or interesting way.

Having said that, Daniel Craig delivers stellar work here, maintaining the iconic persona of Bond in almost every action he does in this film. From jumping from a collapsing building, seducing a target for vital information, or effortlessly gunning down incoming enemy soldiers, every movement and look just oozed cool.

However, even with such a smooth character at its disposal, the building collapsing set pieces never really seemed to grab me or make my heart race like the tube sequence in Skyfall did.

This may have been, in big part, due to the shoddy CGI on offer in Spectre. Even with bad CGI and lacklustre set pieces one thing that saved and heightened much of this films moment to moment enjoyment was the fantastic cinematography on show here. Many of the shots were angled beautifully as Bond could be seen heroically standing over a jaw dropping vista as its setting sun tinged the whole image an intoxicating yellow hue.

Even in a considerably disappointing car chase, the way the speeding cars were shown to move and drift, with their amazing looking chassis, through the picturesque streets of Rome, made the set piece if not on-the-edge-of-your-seat exciting then definitely a joy to watch.

Overall this film was more of a let-down than a success. With a disappointing villain, not-quite-there emotional core, lacklustre set pieces and horribly executed romance this seems like an unfitting end for Craig’s Bond.

However the experience is uplifted through some amazing acting, with the ever smooth Bond shining in every aspect of his adventures; a massive positive that can be said of all the cast members, with some also bringing a fresh and welcome dose of comedy to proceedings.

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If you enjoy singing then Carlton Male Voice Choir is looking for new members.

You don’t need to be able to read music (you will be issued with CD’s) or be an ‘opera’ singer, just keen and reliable. We are a friendly, good humoured bunch with a good social life.

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Bingham and District Choral Society On 6th January 2016 we begin rehearsing for our Spring Concert, which we will perform jointly with Mansfield Choral Society in Southwell Minster in May. We will be singing the beautiful Fauré Requiem and Poulenc Gloria. If you would like to sing with us, do come and join us for our weekly rehearsals at Carnarvon School, Nursery Rd, Bingham each Wednesday evening from 7.15 to 9.30. There are no auditions and you will receive lots of support and a warm welcome. For further details, contact Janet Chapman on 0115 9332834.

Nottingham Symphonic Wind Orchestra is one of the leading amateur wind orchestras in the UK. Guided by musical director Keiron Anderson, highlights include broadcasts on Radio 3 and Classic FM. Concerts are given in support of charity with over £100,000 raised since 1987. In 2016 NSWO are supporting Rainbows Hospice.

Nottingham Bluecoat Singers are an inclusive group of singers who perform at a dozen or more concerts and events each year in Nottingham. There are around 40 members. We have an excellent Musical Director in Lynda Harvey and an equally wonderful pianist in John Sands.

The choir performs for a number of local organisations and charities, both for their enjoyment and to raise funds for their good causes.

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Please turn up on a Friday evening if you are interested or ring Jean Krzeminski on 0115 930 5052 to find out more information.

Our website is www.bluecoatsingers.org Mirabilé forthcoming concert: Saturday 13th February 2016: Concert at Nottingham Castle for enquiries or audition details please contact: join_us@mirabile.org.uk. We rehearse on Monday 8-10pm in West Bridgford.

Next Concert Stage and Screen Spectacular Saturday 6th February 7:30 pm The Crossing Church and Centre, Newcastle Street, Worksop, S20 2AT Tickets £10, conc £9, under 16s £4 available from Windblowers 0115 9410543 and The Crossing - 01909 475421.

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Connection Ladies are preparing for our Third “Be A Gem For A Day” which is to take place at The Long Eaton School, Thoresby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 3NP on Saturday May 14th.

This event is becoming increasingly popular and is open to ladies of all ages who would like to join us for a day full of fun and a chance to sing in unaccompanied four part harmony with our award winning chorus.

Ladies wishing to participate in this event will need to register for a place by contacting Maralyn on; 01332 761394 or 07917 312281 or email; singwithgemconnection.org The day costs £25; this includes an information pack, drinks and a lavish buffet lunch.

To save disappointment early booking is recommended.

The Gilbert and Sullivan opera "The Sorcerer" is being performed at the Ravenshead Village Hall between Tuesday 16th February and Saturday 20th February 2016.

For full details and tickets please ring Karen Turner on 01623 796928

Join a choir in 2016!

If you have been thinking of joining a choir, come along in the New Year to Ruddington and District Choral Society.

We will be singing the Nelson Mass

by Haydn and the Vivaldi Gloria, both great pieces and enjoyable to sing, with rehearsals starting in January.

We meet Monday evenings at St Peter’s Junior School, Ruddington NG11 6GB at 7 15 pm. You can come along to try it out before deciding to join. Phone 0115 9211451 and see Woodthorpe Singers very warmly welcomes our website www.spanglefish.com/ new members, of all abilities, both gentlemen ruddingtonanddistrictchoralsociety/ and ladies. No auditions, no need to be able to read music. We sing a variety of light classical music and show songs. Rehearsals are in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe on Mondays 8.00 - 9.30pm., weekly, term time only, culminating in a fund raising Concert for a chosen charity and a social evening for our members. For more information please ring our Musical Director Marjorie Rogers on 0115 9313965 Come and Sing

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Sliding Door Wardrobes Celebrates 20 Years In Business!

On the 20th anniversary of Sliding Door Wardobes Ltd trading, they celebrate their busiest year so far.

The success of this business lies in the fact that at its core has always been customer satisfaction and value for money.

There’s that extra reassurance with a family business that there is always someone on the end of the phone, should the need arise.

Just like the big companies, everything is guaranteed for 10 years, but because Sliding Door Wardrobes Ltd produce exclusively sliding door wardrobes there is an incredible array of choice with literally thousands of permutations.

The time from ordering to installation is two weeks! This is because everything is made in-house, phew… Long waiting times are now a thing of the past. Drop in sometime… have a look around!

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We also recommend you wear a rear light on your back pack or your helmet for extra visibility. The additional height of the light will be at eye level for most motorists You should also ensure the batteries in your lights are always in full working order and not running low.

Staying visible on the roads during the winter months is important; it doesn’t cost the earth and can help you have many hours of safe cycling.

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Exciting stuff is happening in Bilborough.

In 2014 the Hidden Treasures Project at St Martin’s Church, which lies hidden within the housing estate between Wigman Road and Strelley Road, was awarded £744,000 by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

At almost 700 years old, the medieval church is the oldest building in Bilborough.

Now, thanks to the grant, the building has been beautifully and lovingly restored and it’s a warm, welcoming place for the whole community to enjoy.

The grant also paid for the restoration of two hidden wall paintings by Evelyn Gibbs.

But, it’s not just the building that has hidden treasures, people do too and we’re inviting you to come and discover yours. We’re running lots of events, including heritage, art and family fun days, and we need lots of volunteers in different roles, from tour guides to IT, making the tea to event organising. If you already have skills – come and share them – or come along to learn new ones.

The project is open to everyone, those of faith, differing faiths or no faith.

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Survivor of Alton Towers Smiler Crash Says Injury Is Not Worth The Compensation Leah Washington, one of the survivors of the Smiler crash at Alton Towers in June this year has spoken out about how her life has changed since the accident and highlighted that the compensation payment she received is not a windfall, whilst also discussing the abuse she has endured online.

Leah described how she has received upsetting messages from people through social media who said they would be prepared to lose a leg for £1 million compensation, after having to have her leg amputated after the crash.

“People say ‘Oh, I’d lose a leg for millions of pounds’, but they wouldn’t because they don’t understand everything else that comes along with it - the pain, the physio, the learning to walk again,” she said.

“It is so much and so not worth the money.”

Wayne Vickers, Personal Injury solicitor at Rothera Dowson says: “The purpose of claiming damages is to restore an injured person to the position they were in before being harmed through another’s negligence, or breach of duty.

A catastrophic injury may well result in a significant damages settlement; however, there is a misconception within society that such settlements are akin to winning the lottery. The public, probably due to misreporting by some in the media, do not really appreciate that when an injured person brings a successful personal injury claim, following life changing injuries, the majority of the damages may be needed to fund future costs, relating to care; rehabilitation; equipment; accommodation; and even retraining, which may enable the injured person to return to the workplace.

The actual sum received for the injury may be relatively small in comparison.

We, as a society, tend to see a significant damages settlement as a pot of cash, rather than thinking how the money will be spent.

The alternative to claiming damages would be for the state and so us as tax payers, to pick up the bill. This is because an injured person may have no option but to claim state benefits if they are unable to work because of their injuries. They may also need to receive treatment and rehabilitation via the NHS. Thankfully, the majority of accidents do not result in catastrophic injuries. Regardless as to the seriousness of the injuries sustained, we need to remember that innocent accident victims do not ask to be injured. It is only correct and proper that in a just society, where a person is injured through no fault of their own, they should be adequately compensated, to allow them to return to normality, which is particularly the case when injuries are life changing”.

If you need to seek any Personal Injury advice please contact Rothera Dowson’s Personal Injury Solicitor Wayne Vickers on 0115 9100 600.

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Nottingham has been announced as England’s official Home of Sport, following a national campaign by tourism board VisitEngland, in a bid to find England’s top sporting destination.

Having received more nominations than any other English destination, Nottingham was the ‘People’s Choice’ going into the public vote, and then went on to be a clear winner with 38% of the overall vote.

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James Berresford, VisitEngland’s Chief Executive, says: “Live sporting events are great drivers for tourism, worth £3.2 billion to the sector. With this accolade, Nottingham has been put firmly on the tourist trail as a must-visit destination for any sports fan. As the site of our glorious Ashes win this summer, the setting for the critically acclaimed I Believe in Miracles film and the home to the National Water Sports Centre, Nottingham offers visitors plenty to see and do.”

Simon Starr, Director of Sport Nottinghamshire, said: “I am absolutely delighted that Nottingham has been recognised as England’s Home of Sport.

We are blessed with fantastic and iconic facilities, great teams, great coaches and some amazing athletes but more than that, Nottingham is a city that lives and breathes its sport. The title is well deserved and I hope it will help to inspire even more people in Nottingham to lead healthy and active lives” Councillor Dave Trimble, Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture, Nottingham City Council, said: “Nottingham is a very worthy winner of this accolade, being voted England’s Home of Sport 2015. Our city offers world-class sporting facilities and events for both local people and for visitors to the area. I’m particularly pleased that we were the ‘people’s choice’ as it shows how proud the people of Nottingham are of their city’s sporting achievements.”

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Following a very successful AGM last October at Wollaton Hall, thirty-one people volunteered to become paid-up members of the Friends of Wollaton Park and therefore eligible to join other meetings and activities.

Rob Kirkwood, the Chair, opened the session with an update on the group and its projects, Helen Mitchem (Secretary) gave a bright illustrated talk on current and future plans, Kevin Beswick outlined task days and what they involve, and Chris Daniel (Treasurer) spoke briefly about current finances.

This was followed by a Q & A session of general interest but much focussed on the future of the Walled Garden and the group’s plans, this being a major undertaking and of concern to all.

There was also an enlightening and enjoyable tour for everyone to see the rarely seen Jackson quarters, with Peter Forster and Mick suitably attired in WWII fireguard outfits leading the troops.

Anyone not a member of the group may join for the sum of £5.00 for an annual subscription by contact via email or phone. Friends of Wollaton Park committee meet on the first Wednesday of every month and invite anyone interested in joining to contact wollatonpark@hotmail. com or telephone Rob Kirkwood, Chair of the Group, on 07855-151658. Volunteer activities normally take place on the third Saturday and fourth Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome. Look for us on Facebook.

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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list is 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 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 Wollaton Memory Club - meet at St Leaonards Community Cafe, Bramcote Lane, NG8 2ND on 2nd Tuesday monthly from 10am - 12noon. This is a friendly, informal, welcoming place for anyone with dementia & their carers to gain practical information & emotional support. For more information contact the Alzheimer’s Society at Castel Heights 72 Maid Marian Way, Nottm NG1 6 BJ. Tel: 0115 9343800 or 0115 9343811 Email: nottsdass@alzheimers.org.uk. This is a free service.

NottsGOSH - (Nottingham Gynae - Oncology Support & Help group) offer 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, Notts City Hospital from 6.30-8.30pm. 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 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

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.

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

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 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 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.

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 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm.

Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and 3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk

Dizzy Self Help Group - is for anyone in the Nottingham area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s bi-monthly meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers and for mutual support. Meetings take place between 2 and 4pm at Self -Help Nottingham, 32-34 Pelham Street, Nottingham. Just turn up at a meeting or ring Jeff on 0115 8451360 Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.

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

Positive Outcomes - a self help group for people who aim to control their drinking - cutting down or cutting it out.

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a helping hand - group directory Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption.

Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 5.30pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. Presentation at 6.30pm. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 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 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 Tuesday 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 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 - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation.

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

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