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BINGHAM GIRL HAS HIGH
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DANCE CAREER
Bingham-born and raised Alice Shepperson had
a promising professional dance career ahead of
her until last year, when she had to have invasive
surgery to remove her appendix. Alice was
forced to put her future dance career on hold.
Determined to continue dancing though, she
fought back, picked up her dancing feet and after
just a year endured an intense two-day audition
for Jasmin Vardimon’s Professional Development
Certificate Course (JV2).
Alice gained a place on the course that starts
in October. It will allow her to work closely with
one of the UK’s leading contemporary dance
choreographers, Jasmin Vardimon, who is also
an associate artist at Sadler’s Wells, a worldrenowned contemporary dance venue in London.
JV2 involves learning the repertoire from Jasmin
Vardimon Company, teaching classes and a
national tour of two dance theatre works.
Alice said: “I didn’t think that just a year after
my operation I would be privileged enough to
be chosen for JV2, I’m very honoured. I admire
Jasmin Vardimon and her company, all the work
created is such an inspiration to me.”
With a sincere request for help, Alice said: “It is a
lot of money but a career in dance is my life-long
She also became an understudy for Tangled
Dance Company and assisted at Dance4’s Centre
for Advanced Training (CAT) in Nottingham, where
six years ago she experienced her first taste of
contemporary dance.
Alice continued: “My first ballet class was
taught by Shan Jones when I was seven years
old at Bingham School of Dancing. I was then
introduced to Dance 4’s CAT, the scheme helped
me develop my devotion and dedication towards
contemporary dance. After three years at CAT
I successfully auditioned for Northern School
of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) where I have
graduated twith a BPA-First Class Honours.”
Alice’s Mum and Dad, Karen and Fred, who
have lived in Bingham for nearly 25 years, said:
“We are so proud of Alice and have continually
supported her throughout her dance training. Any
support others can give to aid Alice in her future
career aspirations would be brilliant.”
goal and I know this course will bring me one
step closer. And I will continue to work to raise
money for the course. I would be so grateful
for any donations received, big or small. And I
appreciate support towards my development as a
young dancer and an evolving artist.”
Throughout this year, Alice has already worked
for Berlin-based artist Tino Sehgal, and Lina
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with a hefty price of £5,825. Alice is looking at
ways in which she can help raise some of the
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Chris Brinklow, her partner, is a professional
dancer that already knows how difficult it can
be in the performing arts profession. However,
he believes that with her determination she will
excel. He said: “I am so humbled by everything
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Park - the only event without age categories.
After getting through their first-round matches,
the siblings were drawn against each other.
Mark (48) and James (37) suffered from a
hereditary disease alports syndrome, which
affects males in their early 20s. Mark was on
dialysis for 20 months before a successful
transplant 21 years ago. James spent nearly
three years dialysing before his kidney transplant
11 years ago at St James’s hospital in Leeds.
The first competition was archery, with honours
even as the brothers both won silver in their
age categories. James attaining a better arrow
average than Mark and claimed first blood.
A close match, scored by their dad Roger and
watched proudly by their mum Joan, saw Mark
winning and eventually progressing to the final
and taking the silver medal.
James said: “was hoping we’d play each other
in the final. All sibling rivalry aside, it was great to
be at the Games with my brother and our parents
there to support us.”
Bumping into a fellow competitor met at the
Winter World Transplant Games, Mark got
enlisted in the basketball - a trial event for the
first time at the Games.
Over 700 transplant recipients, including
Ruddington resident Mark Brown, descended
on Newcastle and Gateshead to participate in
the 38th British Transplant Games. Four days of
sporting competitions in world-famous venues,
including Gateshead International Arena and St
James’ Park, saw competitors and spectators
meeting up with friends from previous Games
and forging new friendships in a competitive
environment. Mark was joined by his brother
James for their third Games together.
The brothers, who have both had kidney
transplants, decided to go head-to-head in three
disciplines and came home with five medals
between them.
Mark said: “I’ve not played basketball since
secondary school, and told my friend John I
didn’t have any shorts with me and couldn’t play
in my jeans. Unfortunately one of my team-mates
was stood next to me and said I could have his.
My wife Jo texted James to come and have a
laugh watching me, but soon got roped into
playing himself.”
Two-and-a-half strenuous hours later, with burst
blisters and aching limbs Mark hobbled off court
with a gold medal, James with a bronze. That
evening the opening ceremony saw the athletes
parading through the centre of Newcastle to
the town hall for the opening ceremony. The
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seeing the look of delight on the young
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to rapturous applause.
The closing ceremony, held at Gateshead
Sage, saw trophies awarded to the bestperforming athletes and teams - all being invited
into the green room with Jeremy Kyle - who also
did a mock-up of his show on stage with some of
the athletes.
Mark concluded: “The Games are an excellent
showcase for the benefits of transplantation. “Since the local paper in Newcastle started
promoting the Games, over 23,000 have signed
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Victoria told The Local News: “Our motivation
for this is our son, Finn, now almost three, who
contracted pneumococcal meningitis when he
was just nine months old. “It struck quickly. He was fine when he went
to bed the evening before, but running a high
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He pulled through and we are incredibly lucky
that he appears to have no lasting effects.
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COTGRAVE PRIMARY
ACADEMY RECOGNISED
AT AWARDS CEREMONY The Flying High Trust has hosted a glittering
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the outstanding contributions of individuals and
the academies within its group. Seven groups
of awards reflecting the trust’s ethos were given
out on the night, including the Aspiration, the
Responsibility, Creativity, Pride, Confidence,
Perseverance and also the Enjoyment Awards.
Guests at the event included Jason Beaumont
and Barry Mallon from Confetti and Tim Bush
from architects Baily Garner. An inspirational
speech was also delivered by Andrew Garner
who for seven years was chairman and CEO of
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Mr Garner said that he believed that The Flying
High Trust, and its CEO Chris Wheatley, had
courage and vision. "I am humbled at introducing
the awards to be honest,” he said. “I think this
is an extraordinary opportunity for everyone
associated with the Flying High Trust to recognise
the potential here, and that is from parents to
children. There is no Oxford and Cambridge in
primary education, - there is now, and it’s The
Flying High Trust. “You must therefore see this as an opportunity
to build on this phenomenon and the spirit
behind it that you have all witnessed tonight.
Just think what can happen in your children’s
lifetime and what that can do to help us overcome
life’s obstacles. ”
The Flying High Trust has member primary
academies all over Nottinghamshire, including
Cotgrave Candleby Lane (Cotgrave), Bilsthorpe
Flying High Academy, Peafield Lane Academy
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to control speeding in the town. A team of six
Cotgrave residents have been trained to work in
conjunction with the local police using the latest
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Electronic speed monitor devices will be placed
at a roadside location in problem areas. These
signs will flash up the speed of oncoming
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by a speed gun when approaching the roadside
team. The speed recorded should be within the
limit for the road. If they haven’t reacted then
details of the vehicle will be passed to the police.
Local resident, Harry Burrows, who has led the
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The south of Nottingham now has an exciting
link to Nottingham City Centre and beyond with
the opening of the new tram extension. The
new lines, one of which goes through Compton
Acres and Wilford, opened for service at the end
of August. It has been a long project and local
people have been very patient, but the area now
has a state-of-the-art method of transport.
Councillor Jane Urquhart, with lead responsibility
for NET at Nottingham City Council, said: “This
is a really great day for Nottingham. It marks the
dawn of a new era when NET becomes a true
network and, with trams running from every seven
minutes, it is all set to provide easier access to
key locations right across the city of Nottingham.
“The tram provides the backbone to the city’s
integrated transport network, underpinning all
the efforts to reduce congestion, improve the
environment and make Nottingham an even
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to ride on Nottingham’s new tram system after
winning a competition. The Local News offered
a chance for residents to join dignitaries and ride
on the tram through Compton Acres and Wilford
before it was officially opened to the public.
Dan Stannard and his four-year-old son were
joined by Carol Pink and her husband, who
own local locksmith company, Nottingham Car
Keys. The excitement for all the guests was plain
see, especially on the face of Dan’s young son
(pictured below).
The winners were also able to spend time sitting
in the driver’s seat looking at the controls and
guests were treated to a buffet and drinks,
while a magician was on hand to keep everyone
entertained throughout the day.
Further details about fares and the new services
are available by visiting the NET website online
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Alongside the construction of 17.5km of new
lines, the project has also seen the creation of
more than 2,000 free spaces at new park & ride
sites and a new tram stop at the redeveloped
Nottingham Station.
NET marketing manager, Jamie Swift, said:
“We know the construction process has
caused inconvenience and disruption for some
communities, but we hope they will soon start to
see that it has been worthwhile.”
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the city and from the 1960s to the 1980s featured
some of the iconic bands of the country.
Dave Sharp, an active member of Nottingham
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scene since the early 60s.
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from the ‘Tea and Toast’ fund which provides
refreshments for crews training at the weekend.
Dave regards life at the rowing club as a lifesaver
since retiring from his graphic design business.
His latest project, put together by Ray Cross
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of the bands that have played at the Boat Club,
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In the 60s, Spencer Davies recorded ‘Keep on
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and culture of Guatemala, as part of a new
GCSE Spanish module. To end the pilot course,
the students held ‘Esperanza!’ - a huge Latino
festival that included singing, cooking, games
and dancing. This was undertaken to raise money
for poverty-stricken children in the CentralAmerican country. They also released 1,000
balloons in the colours of the Guatemalan flag. Dan Hardy, in Year 7 at Rushcliffe, was one of the
performers at the festival. He said: “I didn’t even
know where Guatemala was. I didn’t realise how
poor people were there. I thought that sort of
poverty was only in Africa and Asia. It makes me
thankful to be living in Nottingham.”
The Guatemala course, which has been trialed in
the school with Year 9 students, was created by
Eva Vicente, Rushcliffe’s head of languages and
Chantal Fritz from the EFTC charity.
Thousands attended the festival, including
pupils, parents and staff from Rushcliffe, its
feeder primaries and its partner schools, The
Farnborough Academy and Arnold Hill Academy.
Next year the module will be introduced into the
school’s GCSE Spanish curriculum and further
developed so it can be rolled out to other schools
around the UK. It was a huge success raising £2,600 for their
counterparts at The School of Hope, a school
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The church Wellspring CGC, based in Upper
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the change in their name this month. It has been
called Wellspring for almost 20 years but the
current pastors believe that the time is right to
change the name. The pastors, Dave and Lizzi Baskeyfield, have
a big vision for the church and lots of plans to
make it more relevant and influential in the local
communities. They decided, therefore, that a new
name would better represent the new direction
that the church is taking.
The church currently holds twice-weekly parent
and toddler groups. It has just started to help
maintain and improve the local estate’s public
gardens and it holds numerous events throughout
the year, such as community fairs, children’s
parties, quiz nights and Christmas events. Dave and Lizzi want to significantly increase the
services it offers to the local community and are
planning to hold marriage courses and youth
nights in the near future.
The church has also recently launched a
fundraising project called Operation Heatwave,
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SAVE CUB SCOUT PACK Some updates from the Keyworth Medical
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Bingham Gemini Cub Scout pack has been saved
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Flu Vaccination Day October fundraiser
Last year this raised £355 which was brilliant,
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Dementia suffers and their carers
Do you care for someone with dementia? If
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associated with dementia. Meetings take place
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Lane Keyworth from 10:30am to 12 noon.
Keeping up the tradition of naming leaders after
characters from Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle
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and Peter will be Mowgli (The Man-cub).
Both have been involved with scouting in the
past and felt that it was the right time to return
and help the community by volunteering on a
regular basis.
Getting an appointment
If you can try for Tuesday or Thursday as these
days are quieter and you have more chance
to get the doctor and time you would like. Do
remember though that all the doctors can access
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As a result, Gemini Pack have now been able
to organise a full programme of events for the
autumn term, which includes a charity dodgeball
game, a hike, a conker contest, Halloween party,
campsite cooking and work towards the artist,
DIY, collectors and emergency aid badges.
Patients who work
As a PPG and patients of this practice, we know
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women’s team from 1975 to 1980.
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swimmers to compete.
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"Most parents encourage their children to swim
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asked how a youngster might get involved in
swimming as a sport, but not as often as I would
like. It does seem to me that we do not publicise
the benefits and accessibility of competitive
swimming enough.
“Research shows that boys in particular prefer
team sports, but people don’t realise that
swimming is intensely team-based. I wish more
children, especially boys, had a chance to
experience the exhilaration, fitness, friendship
and self-confidence that club swimming
generates. There is a real concern everywhere
that youngsters are not taking up the sport and
I would like to see all clubs, including mine,
making better links with schools and pools
to promote swimming as a sport. If you are a
primary school teacher involved in sport, we
would love to hear from you.
LADIES’ BACK TO HOCKEY
West Bridgford Hockey Club are running a series
of Ladies Nights hockey sessions - and they are
inviting anyone who would like to either get back
to hockey, or try the sport for the first time, to go
along and join in.
West Bridgford Hockey Club was formed back in
1928 and boasts 10 men’s, five ladies, a mixed
team and junior squads for both boys and girls at
under-10, 12, 14 and 16s.
Sessions will be held weekly from 6:30pm to
7:30pm, starting on 9th September at the club’s
home pitch in the grounds of West Bridgford
School, on Loughborough Road (NG2 7FA).
Further details can be found on the club’s
website by logging onto wbhockey.co.uk, or by
contacting the club's lead coach Bob Douglas by
calling 07738 762897.
“It’s possible to go all the way from, say,
Keyworth pool to the Olympic Games, but
however far you go there is a huge amount to be
gained from such a social and non-aggressive
sport. Many teachers will refer swimmers with
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Local man Ben Nichols is seeing his smoothies
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Ben started SoSmoothies – a fruit drinks
company – in his own kitchen as a teenager with
some entrepreneurial flair.
After a dramatic rise to success, he encountered
some of his first major problems.
He told The Local News: “I decided to take a
giant leap and order ingredients from abroad.
“Somewhere in France the fruit delivery went
missing, so it left me with no fruit, or money to
buy new supplies. I was in a bad place towards
the end of last year. All my money was tied into
fruit and I didn’t have anything to sell.”
So, Ben went to see his pals at Harry & Parker - a
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their new fruit tea.
They were talking so much that their tea went
cold. Ben then drank it and it was at this moment
that he had the eureka moment.
He said: “Why don’t we make iced tea? Over
the coming weeks Ben worked with the tea
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range of iced teas.
“We have a two-strong range, Berry & Vanilla
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taste and quality of the products totally unique.”
The products are on sale in delis and
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Are you passionate about issues affecting
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COMMUNITY WEBSITE
GETS FUNDING
The future of a popular community website,
run by local volunteers in Cotgrave, is being
safeguarded by two local homebuilders, thanks
to a cash donation. Cotgrave Community
Website, which was set up in 2011 and is used
by Cotgrave residents to share local news, events
and information, is being funded until 2020 by
Barratt and David Wilson Homes.
The developers, who are currently building the
first of 450 new homes in Cotgrave at Hollygate
Park, are funding the website, which was
originally set up by residents in collaboration with
small social enterprise VillageGreen Networks.
Sally Ward, director of VillageGreen Networks,
said, “Thanks to this donation from Barratt and
David Wilson Homes, Cotgrave can continue to
benefit from this website, which has proved a
brilliant resource since it was set up.
“I’d like to encourage new Cotgrave residents
moving into Hollygate Park to join the website to
discover more about their local area.”
The developers are donating £1,000 to the
website, which already reaches 25% of all
households in Cotgrave.
More than 800 local residents voluntarily signed
up as members, as well as representatives from
local groups, including the local Neighbourhood
Watch, Friends of Cotgrave Country Park and the
local branch of the Royal British Legion.
COTGRAVE’S CLAIRE WINS
SHOPPING PRIZE
Cotgrave’s Claire Jeffreys has won free shopping
for a whole year. The competition, which was run
by Banks’s Beer, was circulated in pubs across
the country with customers simply entering the
competition by sending the word ‘shopping’ via
text or online.
Claire says she is delighted as she has recently
purchased a small business with her husband
and that the money will be a great help towards
the family food shops, with a few little treats
along the way. “I’m really surprised I won the
competition,” she said. “It is a fantastic amount
to win and it will certainly come in handy over the
next couple of months.”
VOLUNTEER APPEAL
Ruddington group Riding for the Disabled
are looking for volunteer helpers to join them
on Tuesday afternoons (term-time only). No
experience is necessary as training will be
given, but it does help to have a sense of fun and
a willingness to help local disabled children ride
a pony.
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NEW STUDIO FLOOR AT
DANCE SCHOOL
Called ‘Hit The lights’, it takes place at
Loughborough Town Hall Theatre on 10th and
11th October. NEW DOG TRAIL NOW
OPEN IN RUDDINGTON
Ann Marchant and Kirsty Callender, principals at
Keyworth School of Theatre Dance, are looking
forward to the pupils and teachers starting back
to classes after the summer break. The Keyworth School of Theatre Dance
opened its doors nearly 40 years ago with a
handful of pupils and now has over 200 attending
weekly classes.
The Copper’s Dog Activity Trail at Rushcliffe
Country Park in Ruddington - Nottinghamshire’s
first playground for dogs – is now open to
the public. They will be returning to a refurbished studio at
Webster Hall in Keyworth. A sprung dance floor
has been installed and the whole room has been
refurbished.
Recent exams in July resulted in all pupils
attaining either Merits or Distinctions through the
International Dance Teachers’ Association.
The activity trail contains a series of obstacles
for the dogs and these include tunnels, ramps
and see-saws.
Pupils and their friends have had a busy summer
attending Musical Theatre Workshops based on
Bugsy Malone and they put on a fantastic show
to parents on the final day.
There are also special signs containing
instructions to help owners guide their dog
through each challenge.
This is just in time for the last few weeks of
rehearsals before the dance school’s charity
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Fellow student Victoria Thomas got four A*s,
seven As and a B and agreed that support was
available at the school.
PERFECT A-GRADES FOR
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“I am really happy and so is my family,” she said.
“I’ll stay at Nottingham Emmanuel and take A
Levels now.
“It’s a really good school that offers support
when you need it. There is always someone for
us to speak to, especially if we were stressed at
exam time.”
Caitlin Hill who achieved one A*, seven As and
two Bs is also staying at the school to do her
A Levels.
“Every day we could go to the teachers for help
and they would stay for as long as we needed
them to,” Caitlin said.
The Nottingham Emmanuel School saw many
success stories on the recent GCSE results
day, but none could top the excitement of the
five girls pictured. All of the girls did better than
they themselves expected and one very happy
student, Noon Nassr (far left), thrilled her family
by achieving an exciting seven A*s, three As and
three Bs.
Noon said: “My results are better than I thought
they would be. I want to do A Levels now and
perhaps go onto Medicine.”
Her family were with her to collect the results
and her Mum was particularly pleased with the
outcome, saying: “I am happy and proud of her. I
would like to thank the teachers and staff. Noon
has worked hard and we are very happy because
the staff have worked hard with my daughter and
she got what she wanted.”
“They would do anything for us. That’s why I want
to stay here to take my A Levels because I know
the teachers are definitely here for me.”
Naomi Towner was also pleasantly surprised at
her results and she said: “I got a lot better than I
thought I would.
"I am staying here to do A Levels next term. We
had tons of support for these exams from staff
and at after-school clubs.”
Andy Wolfe, vice-principal at Nottingham
Emmanuel School, said: “It is great to hear
students say that we are providing good support
when they need it, but they should be delighted
that their own hard work has paid off.
“We are happy that so many of our students
will now join our sixth form and complete their
A Levels with us. We can’t wait to see their
future triumphs.”
Local News distributor Andreas Halner is
celebrating after perfection in his A Level results.
The Nottingham High School teenager achieved
five A*s in Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
Mathematics and Further Mathematics - and has
been accepted by Oxford University to study
Medicine. This is on the back of 13 A*s at GCSE
at Rushcliffe School two years ago.
He told The Local News: “I studied Biology,
Chemistry and Physics on timetable but
Mathematics and Further Mathematics off
timetable. It is pleasing to have scored five A*s
at A Level and for that I would like to thank my
family - and in particular my Dad - for the support
they provided me throughout my studies.
“I believe that studying Medicine at the University
of Oxford will provide me with an excellent
foundation to realise my passion for the sciences
and helping people."
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THE EAST MIDLANDS ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
arrives in The White Lion, Nottingham Road, and offers
local people the unique opportunity to come along and
have a free valuation of any item and possibly be made a
firm spot cash offer without any obligation.
Mr Franks recalls an instance the last time East Midlands
Antiques were in the area, when a couple came along
with a selection of old broken and incomplete rings, a few
items of unusual jewellery and an old broken gentleman’s
wristwatch, expecting only a small amount and they were
totally amazed to receive over £2,000.
Another astonishing story was when a crystal vessel
estimated at just £100-£200 was sold for £220,000. So
why not take this chance to search through your attic,
drawers and cupboards, to see if you could also be sitting
on a fortune. Don’t be afraid or embarrassed. You will find
our representatives most helpful, courteous and friendly.
There is no obligation to sell, so if you just require a free
evaluation, no problem. All transactions are strictly cash.
Mr Franks said the reasons for choosing the area are
numerous. Many valuable articles were found in the last visit
to the area. For instance on one occasion this year a Rolex,
valued at £2,000-£3,000 fetched a staggering £48,000.
The pub is well known to local residents and is well placed
with plenty of car parking available.
So on Friday 25th September you have the chance to
visit the hotel and see our accredited buyers and valuers
absolutely free. Mr Franks has over 20 years experience of
professional valuations and now his expertise is available at
no cost to you. Specialising in oil paintings, water colours
and many other articles. Medals, decorations and orders
are one of the most collectable items and East Midlands
Antiques has a waiting list of collectors and customers
willing to pay for these articles.
Listed below are a few items we require, but due to limited
space not everything is listed, so if you are in any doubt,
bring it along!
LADIES – LOOK IN YOUR JEWELLERY BOXES
If you have any old broken rings, chains, earrings, old gold
wrist watches or items with stones missing, then bring
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BUSINESS FOCUS
NELSONS SOLICITORS
OF NOTTINGHAM
STRENGTHENS DISPUTE
RESOLUTION TEAM
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“I will also continue to work with clients and
contacts from London, including developers,
surveyors and property consultants with whom I
have worked for a number of years.”
Nelsons Solicitors has expanded its dispute
resolution team in Nottingham to 16 members
following the hire of James Beat (pictured below)
as an associate.
Originally from the East Midlands, James moved
to Child & Child in London where he qualified
in 2007.
He then gained eight years’ post-qualification
experience with the firm, predominantly in
property litigation.
James’ arrival at Nelsons is part of an ongoing
growth strategy for the firm. His role will again
focus on property litigation, including party wall
and rights of light disputes.
He will also use his wide experience to assist
Nelsons’ dispute resolution team with commercial
disputes including landlord and tenant issues,
contractual disputes, rights of way, planning
appeals, boundary disputes, disrepair and
nuisance claims, and injunction applications.
Nottingham dispute resolution partner, Chris
Adams said: “James will bring significant
experience to the team which will build on and
strengthen the range of services which we offer.
“I welcome James not only to Nelsons but also
back to the East Midlands and look forward to
working with him.”
Nelsons has offices throughout the East Midlands
in Nottingham, Leicester and Derby, providing
legal services for businesses and legal advice
for individuals.
They have grown from a cold start in 1983 into
a regional firm of solicitors capable of handling
everything from buying or selling your business
through to helping you plan your family's future
security. The firm is recommended by Chambers
and Partners.
NEW CONCEPT STORE
IS NOW OPEN IN
WEST BRIDGFORD
Country Home Interiors is a new concept store
for West Bridgford, located at 2 Gordon Road.
It specialises in inspiring interior design, soft
furnishings and home décor.
You can choose from a wide selection of soft
furnishings, wallpapers, paint and interiors whilst
enjoying a leisurely browse through our range of
fabrics and home accessories.
As well as our ever-changing mix of eclectic
and interesting pieces for the home, we offer a
made-to-measure curtains, blinds, furniture and
re-upholstery service.
Country Home Interiors also offers a full
interior design service where our consultants will
work with you to design and produce anything
from a simple pair of curtains to a complete
house furnishing.
Whilst we specialise in period homes and
farmhouses, we have worked on just about every
style of home up to the ultra-modern. Our stock
of gifts and accessories is constantly changing
with prices to suit every budget.
James said: “The Nottingham dispute resolution
team is ranked in tier one in the Legal 500 and is
well respected across the region. It took the right
role to persuade me to make the move and this
position very much suits my expertise.
Our wealth of experience in the years since our
sister shops opened in Southwell means that we
are able to source exciting and unusual items
from British suppliers together with a team of
suppliers from around the globe from as little as
£2 to £3.
“I’m excited about developing the property
litigation services for a firm of Nelsons’ standing
and I very much look forward to meeting and
assisting the firm’s existing clients.
So next time you’re in West Bridgford call in and
see what everyone is talking about…
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BUSINESS FOCUS
NELSONS SOLICITORS
OF NOTTINGHAM
STRENGTHENS DISPUTE
RESOLUTION TEAM
Nelsons Solicitors has expanded its dispute
resolution team in Nottingham to 16 members
following the hire of James Beat (pictured below)
as an associate.
Originally from the East Midlands, James moved
to Child & Child in London where he qualified
in 2007.
He then gained eight years’ post-qualification
experience with the firm, predominantly in
property litigation.
James’ arrival at Nelsons is part of an ongoing
growth strategy for the firm. His role will again
focus on property litigation, including party wall
and rights of light disputes.
He will also use his wide experience to assist
Nelsons’ dispute resolution team with commercial
disputes including landlord and tenant issues,
contractual disputes, rights of way, planning
appeals, boundary disputes, disrepair and
nuisance claims, and injunction applications.
Join the debate on Twitter @Nottslocalnews
“I will also continue to work with clients and
contacts from London, including developers,
surveyors and property consultants with whom I
have worked for a number of years.”
Nottingham dispute resolution partner, Chris
Adams said: “James will bring significant
experience to the team which will build on and
strengthen the range of services which we offer.
“I welcome James not only to Nelsons but also
back to the East Midlands and look forward to
working with him.”
Nelsons has offices throughout the East Midlands
in Nottingham, Leicester and Derby, providing
legal services for businesses and legal advice
for individuals.
They have grown from a cold start in 1983 into
a regional firm of solicitors capable of handling
everything from buying or selling your business
through to helping you plan your family's future
security. The firm is recommended by Chambers
and Partners.
NEW CONCEPT STORE
IS NOW OPEN IN
WEST BRIDGFORD
Country Home Interiors is a new concept store
for West Bridgford, located at 2 Gordon Road.
It specialises in inspiring interior design, soft
furnishings and home décor.
You can choose from a wide selection of soft
furnishings, wallpapers, paint and interiors whilst
enjoying a leisurely browse through our range of
fabrics and home accessories.
As well as our ever-changing mix of eclectic
and interesting pieces for the home, we offer a
made-to-measure curtains, blinds, furniture and
re-upholstery service.
Country Home Interiors also offers a full
interior design service where our consultants will
work with you to design and produce anything
from a simple pair of curtains to a complete
house furnishing.
Whilst we specialise in period homes and
farmhouses, we have worked on just about every
style of home up to the ultra-modern. Our stock
of gifts and accessories is constantly changing
with prices to suit every budget.
James said: “The Nottingham dispute resolution
team is ranked in tier one in the Legal 500 and is
well respected across the region. It took the right
role to persuade me to make the move and this
position very much suits my expertise.
Our wealth of experience in the years since our
sister shops opened in Southwell means that we
are able to source exciting and unusual items
from British suppliers together with a team of
suppliers from around the globe from as little as
£2 to £3.
“I’m excited about developing the property
litigation services for a firm of Nelsons’ standing
and I very much look forward to meeting and
assisting the firm’s existing clients.
So next time you’re in West Bridgford call in and
see what everyone is talking about…
Hill Decor
Painter and Decorator
Scott Hill
Tel: 0115 989 0578
Mobile: 07876 524755
Email: hill2decor@yahoo.co.uk
Internal & External
Free Estimates  Competitive Rates
LC PLASTERING
SERVICES
07974 209985
CEILINGS RESKIMS
DRYLINING
STUDWORK
ALL ASPECTS OF RENDERING
FREE Quotations
and advice
Competitive Rates
Quality Reliable
Service
City & Guilds
Qualified
ADN Floor Sanding
The leader in sanding and re-sealing
•
•
•
•
•
Specialising in renovating all
types of wooden flooring.
Hardwood, softwood, parquet
Domestic and commercial
15+ years experience
Free quotations
Andrew Nicholls
West Bridgford based
Email : adnfloorsanding@hotmail.co.uk
Twitter: @ADNFLOORSANDING
079733 81652
Email us your good news stories editor@nottinghamlocalnews.com
SEPTEMBER RECIPE:
APRICOT AND
ALMOND TART
By Kath Oakley
Grab the last of the summer apricots and enjoy
this easy and delicious dessert.
RECIPE
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Dust with icing sugar and roll out the marzipan to
the same size as the pastry. Heat the Apricot Jam with two tabsp water and
brush over the marzipan.
Then place the apricots on top, brush with the
remaining jam and sprinkle with the almonds.
Bake for 25 to 30mins. Serve warm with cream,
or ice cream and enjoy. I think you will really enjoy it as it really is a
great recipe.
If you can’t find any apricots, you could try using
tinned apricots. It really is lovely.
With the summer coming to a close, this is a
good one to enjoy. Ingredients
- 100g Apricot Jam
- 320g sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry
- Icing Sugar
- 250g Marzipan
- 10-12 fresh, ripe and juicy Apricots cut in
half and stones removed, or two tins Apricots,
drained
- A sprinkling of Flaked Almonds
Method
Pre-heat the oven 200c, gas mark 6. Unroll
the pastry sheet and place on a large greased
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EDUCATION
NOTTINGHAM GIRLS’
HIGH SCHOOL CONQUERS
KILIMANJARO
A team of 14 of Nottingham Girls’ High School’s
bravest, boldest and most adventurous students
have been welcomed home after conquering Mt
Kilimanjaro as part of a challenging three-week
expedition to Tanzania.
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"Our girls have accomplished so much in
Tanzania and know that with hard work, passion
and a drive to succeed, anything is possible. It
has been fantastic.”
In preparation for the trip, the school's Sixth
Form girls, aged 16 and 17, started training in
earnest 10 months ago with a training expedition
weekend in Staffordshire.
Since then they have followed a programme of
events designed to equip them with the skills
needed for a Tanzanian trek. The girls in the selfnamed ‘Kili Kids’, who were selected for the trip
based on the results of fitness tests and a written
application, raised over £50,000 for their trip to
Tanzania through a series of individual and group
fundraising events and activities.
The team visited the Swahili Coast and Dar es
Salaam, as well as completing an ambitious
12-day trek, ending up at the summit of Mount
Kilimanjaro, before spending three days
constructing a primary school classroom in the
village of Machame.
The expedition was led by Aysa Hardy from the
trip organisers World Challenge, alongside the
school’s head of outdoor learning, Jen Lynn.
She said: “The girls’ who took part in this
expedition have truly had their limits tested but
they faced their challenges head on and achieved
their goals.
"They worked hard, had fun and made some
incredible memories. It was an inspiration and
privilege to share this experience with them.”
Nottingham Girls’ High School head, Sue
Gorham, said: “We’re all so proud of our
students. A trip like this takes real strength of
character, commitment and courage – attributes
the team have shown in spades.
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Tel: 0115 9744050
Email: admin.office@rushcliffe.notts.sch.uk
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First presentation starts at 5.30pm,
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OFSTED inspection with a policy of inclusiveness and achievement,
in a stimulating, secure and supportive environment.
For more details please contact the school.
We Need
Teachers…
Based in West Bridgford, we have immediate requirements
for a number of long term positions to start immediately.
We urgently require experienced Qualified Teachers and
NQT’s who are able to teach in the following areas:
Primary:
Early Years, Foundation, KS1 & KS2
Creative Workshops
for Adults
Monday 26th October 2015 9.30am - 3.30pm
Keep Calm and Learn to Relax
With Louise Page
www.vale-hypnotherapy.com
The stresses of everyday life can sometimes be difficult to cope with, our Keep Calm and
Learn to Relax workshop will give you some practical and usable relaxation techniques
which can be applied easily when you find yourself in a stressful situation.
£15 per person
Mosaics
With Andrew Wynne, Artist
www.andrewwynne.co.uk
Suitable for beginners with no experience, everyone will make a mosaic using a selection
of materials including cut and shaped coloured ceramic, mirror and found materials. You
may wish to bring along something which you would like to incorporate into your
mosaic. Don’t worry if you have nothing in mind, examples and visual resources will be
available on the day, so feel free to turn up and be inspired. Your creation could be the
perfect Christmas present for friends or family!
£25 per person, includes all tools and materials
An Introduction to Digital Photography
With Professional Photography Trainer,
Bob Rowe ARPS, CPAGB
www.robertroweimages.co.uk
Would you like a fun and informative lesson on how to get the most from your camera
and to improve your knowledge about photography? Then this workshop is perfect for
you. We will begin to cover the essential principles you need to take great shots with
your camera. The main focus of this workshop is beginning to understand some of the
key elements of photography. You will receive hints, tips and practical advice to help you
start discovering the world of digital photography. No experience is necessary. For all
camera types, but owners of bridge and digital SLR cameras will find it particularly
useful. £20 per person
Secondary:
Teachers, Cover Supervisiors in all subject areas
Toot Hill Big Band
• Earn up to £158 per day
With Tony Farrell
• Plus tax efficient payroll system (no umbrella companies)
• Teacher training seminars and social events
FREE
Toot Hill Big Band is open to everyone, as well as Toot Hill School students.
Rehearsals are held on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday every month, 7pm - 8.30pm at
Toot hill School. We are available for bookings!
ANNUAL CONCERTS
Aslockton Hall - September
Achiever's Evening, National Conference Centre - September
Bingham Bonfire, Butt Field - November
Christmas Concert, Toot Hill School - December
Spring Concert, Toot Hill School - April
Call us at Vision For Education
now on 0115 981 7355 or email
claire.daley@visionforeducation.co.uk
To book on our one day workshops:
1. Telephone - 01949 863044 (school time, term time only).
2. Email - toothillextra@toothillschool.co.uk.
3. Post - Toot Hill Extra, Toot Hill School, The Banks, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8BL
Places on all workshops are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Closing date: Monday 12th October 2015.
“Students make good progress
as a result of effective
teaching...a sense of community
spirit and a collective
(Ofsted, May 2013)
sense of purpose”
www.southnottinghamshireacademy.org
 Ofsted has rated us ‘Good’ in
all areas with examples of
outstanding teaching
 Through our strong and excellent
academic provision, we ensure
that our students realize their
potential
 A brand new purpose built school
opening Easter 2016
 GCSE Exam results A*-C grades
68% English Language/Literature
70% Maths
 A Level 2014 best ever results
A2 pass rate 98%
 A level 41% A*-B grades
 With small class sizes and the
highest levels of pastoral care,
every child matters
To find out more, or to arrange a visit, please call Julia Marks on 0115 9110091
or email: main.office@southnottinghamshireacademy.org
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TRAFFIC CONGESTION
By Arnold Butler
During my daily work I travel several miles and
encounter severe and sometimes light traffic
congestion. Sometimes the congestion is
inevitable and other times it can be caused by
fellow motorists.
There are many examples which can exasperate,
frustrate or even anger a driver when congestion
occurs. However, a driver must learn to accept
these conditions and make sure they are not
contributing to the situation. I can remember a
situation when with a pupil. It must have been
about 5:30pm. We joined a dual carriageway by
a slip road. There was a vehicle behind us with
two bikes on the roof rack, (not important, just for
recognition) also joining the dual carriageway.
There are other examples which contribute to
congestion. Always assume when you come to a
junction or a crossroads, there is a box junction.
Wait till you can get past it before progressing,
so as not to stop across the junction and stop
other drivers entering or leaving the other road,
especially if it is an emergency vehicle.
Road positioning is very important. Make sure
when turning right into a road, if the road you
are on is wide enough make sure you position
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Remember - be considerate, patient and if you
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then we caught him up and passed him. He then
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
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MAKING YOUR
DREAM WEIGHT
A REALITY
“Aideen and I have been friends for many years,”
said Bex. “And like most people, started this year
with vows to do something positive about losing
some weight.
"I had baby weight that insisted on not shifting
and Aideen had a wonderful family cruise booked
to get trim for, but the thought of dieting was not
appealing as both of us lead busy lives and need
energy, as well as wanting to enjoy ourselves and
not be miserable.
"We saw an advert for Slimming World in our
local shops and thought that we must at least
give it a try. What had we got to lose? Feeling
unsure of what going to a group to lose weight
would be like, we joined together.
"How different the reality was to the one we
thought it would be - seeing too many TV
sketches of slimming groups! The members
where so welcoming and friendly and put us at
our ease immediately. The consultant talked of all
the food we could have and to be honest we left
thinking this can’t possibly be true - eat all that
food and lose weight?
"Food optimising is about eating normal, real
foods. With making simple changes in cooking
methods neither of us has looked back. The
weekly sessions are when we all share both
recipe ideas, as well as ways to cope with the
week ahead and any of its challenges.
"We both cook for families and they don’t even
realise the lasagne, roast dinners, curries and so
on are healthier Slimming World recipes. As part
of a group we realise the ups and downs faced
by all of us and that weight-related issues are
common to most of us and it’s the group help
that helps us manage these things.
"We have both lost the weight we wanted to
lose, in fact five dress sizes between us and
we feel great. Energy levels have never been so
high and we can both say, hand on heart, that
our once low self-esteem has improved and
we’re so thrilled that we’re both now becoming
consultants and want to help you reach your
goals and feel as good as we do.
"I re-launch the Radcliffe-on-Trent group from 7th
September and Aideen re-launches the Bingham
groups on 8th and 9th September - and all the
details can be found on the next page."
NEW
INTERMEDIATE
FUN FITNESS CLASS
NEW
less than a high intensity workout
- more than a 50+ class
7.40 pm Wednesday EVENINGS
Sports Hall Entrance, The Becket School,
Wilford Lane, West Bridgford
Call ERIKA 07967 190442 • info@virth.co.uk.
50+ FUN FITNESS
SEP
T
1st
Bingham
Women’s Institute – Tues 11am
Cotgrave
Welfare – Weds 9.15am
East Leake
Village Hall – Fri 9.15am
Keyworth
Village Hall – Tues 9.15am
Ruddington
Village Hall – Mon 11am
Ruddington
Village Hall - Mon 10am (from Sept 21st)
West Bridgford Community Hall / Lutterell Hall – Weds 11am
Erika
Sonnenvirth
West Bridgford Sir Julien Cahn Pavillion West Park – Thurs 11am
ERIKA 07967 190442 • info@virth.co.uk.
Friendly, gentle paced dance inspired class with NO JUMPING and NO FLOOR WORK
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Join a warm and friendly group
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RUSHCLIFFE
CLIFTON
WEST BRIDGFORD
Keyworth
Methodist Church Hall
Selby Lane
5pm OR 7pm
Royal British Legion
(Side of Wilko’s)
Southchurch Drive
5pm OR 7pm
Joanne: 07795 984 346
NEW CONSULTANT
FROM 15TH SEPTEMBER
MONDAY
Naomi: 07734 791 608
MONDAY
NEW CONSULTANT
FROM 7TH SEPTEBER
Radcliffe-on-Trent
Royal British Legion
Main Road
5pm OR 7pm
Bex: 07738 947 883
MONDAY
Ruddington
The Jubilee Clubhouse
Loughborough Rd
5pm OR 7pm
Wendy: 07870 830097
TUESDAY
Cotgrave
Cotgrave Futures
Candelby Lane
7pm
Maria: 07718 999 033
TUESDAY
NEW CONSULTANT FROM
8TH SEPTEMBER
Bingham Rugby Club
Brendon Grove
5pm OR 7pm
Aideen: 07795 492 609
WEDNESDAY
NEW CONSULTANT FROM
9TH SEPTEMBER
Bingham
Rugby Club Pavillion
Brendon Grove
9.30am
Aideen: 07795 492 609
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0844 897 8000
MONDAY
TUESDAY - NEW VENUE
United Reformed Church
Southchurch Drive
7pm
Angela: 07968 625 176
WEDNESDAY
Gotham Memorial Hall
Nottingham Road
NEW TIME 7.00pm
MarIon: 0115 974 5177
WEDNESDAY
Royal British Legion
(Side of Wilko’s)
Southchurch Drive
9.15am OR 11.15am
Joanne: 07795 984 346
WEDNESDAY
Clifton Community Centre
Southchurch Drive
3.30pm, 5.30pm, 7.30pm
Jackie: 07877055117
FRIDAY
Royal British Legion
Southchurch Drive
8am OR 10am
Joanne: 07795 984 346
SATURDAY
Clifton Community Centre
14 Southchurch Drive
9.30am
Marion: 0115 974 5177
save
up to
£5
– ask in group
for more details
*More people in the UK choose to attend a Slimming World group each week than any other weight loss group.
TUESDAY
Edwalton Municipal Golf Course
(off Wellin Lane), Edwalton
7pm
Sacha: 07515 172 984
WEDNESDAY
Gresham Sports Pavilion
Gresham Park Road
(Off Wilford Lane)
7pm
Shirley 07946 727077
THURSDAY
The West Park Sports Pavilion
Loughborough Road
5pm OR 7pm
Athena: 07792 045 221
FRIDAY
The West Park Sports Pavilion
Loughborough Road
9.30am
Athena: 07792 045 221
SATURDAY
West Bridgford RFC
The Memorial Ground
Stamford Road
9.30am, 8am OR 10am
from 5th September
Naomi: 07734 791 608
EAST LEAKE
TUESDAY
East Leake Academy Cafeteria
Formerly Harry Carlton School
(Use staff car park)
Lantern Lane
5.30pm OR 7.30pm
Meg: 07792 943 873
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- AN ANXIETY
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TO NOTTINGHAM
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"My life spiralled out of control and led to panic
attacks, hyperventilation and no energy.
"I didn’t want to leave the house, had a lack
of concentration and an overwhelming feeling
of losing control. I spent years looking for help
and trying to find a magic pill, before finally
discovering that there isn’t one.
An inspiring bespoke, day-long workshop designed to help reduce stress and eliminate
worry - is coming to Nottingham, hosted by
experts Rob Holcroft and Tracy Collins.
"At last, with the help of life coaches, I have
recovered and that’s why I want to help others.
This has totally changed my life and I wanted the
opportunity to share that with others/"
The Freedom Liberte De-Stress Workshop was
the idea of West Bridgford businesswoman,
Susan Shaw.
The workshop takes place on Wednesday
30th September 2015 in the idyllic setting of
Swancar Farm, set amidst 250 acres of rolling
Nottinghamshire countryside.
She said: “Since the age of 17 I have been an
anxiety sufferer when the death of my Nana
triggered my deterioration.
For further details call Sue on 07803 730301 or
email susan.purenails@hotmail.com.
DO YOU WANT AN
EVENING FITNESS
CLASS THAT IS AT AN
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL?
Yes, you want to keep fit, but perhaps to push
yourself to breaking point is not what you are
looking for? Well, by popular demand, Erika will be running an
intermediate level fitness class on a Wednesday
evening at The Becket School, which is located in
West Bridgford. She will be setting the class at a level higher than
her popular 50+ daytime classes, but keeping it
lower than the high-intensity fitness classes that
are currently trending. Even then, the choice of how high or how low
you take it will be yours.
Erika says that everyone is welcome to give her
class a go, no matter what gender, shape or age
they are, so just give her a call.
Maybe you want a fun activity to relieve the
days stresses or perhaps you are just not that
competitive anymore but know that you still want
some exercise to keep your heart strong and to
help maintain or achieve a healthy body weight.
Erika’s intermediate level classes will tick all
those boxes.
They start on Wednesday 2nd September at
7:40pm at The Becket School, Wilford Lane,
West Bridgford.
For more details give Erika call on 07967 190442
or email info@virth.co.uk.
- Regular muscle or joint pain in your feet, legs or back?
- Frequent injuries during exercise?
- Difficulties getting comfortable well-fitting footwear?
- Instability when walking, or weakness in your legs?
MUM & BABY
PLIATES CLASSES
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Jane Shread A.Inst.FHP
Qualified & experienced I offer a professional and caring service in
the comfort of your home providing a range of foot care treatments.
With excellent prices and flexible appointments that work around
your needs, I can ease your foot problems.
Give me a call today.
0115 989 3735 or 07801 821 635
Covering the Rushcliffe area
Kate Blatherwick
Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy
Change your mind,
Change your world
New Monday Evening Clinic in Bingham
To book please call Oakwood Physiotherapy on 01949 831648.
For other locations, times or queries please call 07563 712031 or email
eleanor@totalorthotics.co.uk
Freedom Therapy
07508 072372
TEL: 07747 656550
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NOTTINGHAM FOOT CLINICS
SEEKING THERAPISTS
Chiropodists,
Massage Specialists,
Reflexologists,
Nutritionists
Nail Technicians,
Physiotherapists,
Chiropractors,
Osteopaths,
Acupuncturists,
Hypnotherapists,
Bo Tox Specialists,
Beautician’s, Tattooists,
Makeup Tattooists,
Counsellors and other
health practitioners.
Nottingham Foot Clinic have just opened a new
premises at Bingham. We have a busy clinic, with an
online booking system in place, and are looking for
looking for specialists who want us to take bookings
for them for either regular slots, or just as and when
they need a room.
If you are interested please call either
Mark or Dawn on
07815811421 or 01949 836146
or email us at
nottinghamfootclinic@gmail.com
www.nottinghamfootclinic.co.uk
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FREE TASTER SESSIONS
INCREASED BUT
NUMBERS ARE LIMITED
Robin Baxter Simms and his team have run
many very popular and successful Open Days
and Free Taster Sessions over the last five
years, introducing several hundred people to the
benefits of Pilates exercise.
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Please see The Modern Pilates advert below for
details of the Free Taster Sessions and Beginner
Courses. Each Free Taster Session is limited
to 12 participants, so you must book in. Early
booking is advisable to secure a place.
To book a place on a Free Taster Class, book
a place on a course, or make further enquiries
please phone the Modern Pilates Booking Line
on 07936 590866 or send email to them at
modernpilates@outlook.com.
Constantly looking to improve the service that is
offered, Robin and his associate teacher Chris
Long have decided to offer new one-and-aquarter-hour Free Taster Sessions in the month of
September to people considering trying a course
of Pilates.
“This has really come from Chris,” said Robin.
"When we reviewed the Free Taster Sessions
we did in April, Chris felt that although we had
given the people who came along a good sample
of what Pilates is all about, by the time we had
completed the administration side of things
and talked a little about Pilates and answered
people’s questions - all important aspects of
the session - we only had enough time for an
abbreviated class.”
So, this time around, Chris and Robin are hoping
that the extra quarter of an hour will allow them
to complete a fuller class whilst covering all the
other aspects.
Opening times
Monday - Saturday
8am- 11pm
Sunday
10am- 8pm
MODERN PILATES
EDUCATING MINDS TO STRENGTHEN BODIES
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the clinical approach to pilates exercise
Gentle Effective Exercise for a Modern Lifestyle
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Free Taster Sessions and
New Beginner Courses
Starting September 2015:
Day
Venue
Time
FREE
Taster Session
Beginner Course Cost
Monday
Grange Hall
Radcliffe on Trent
12.00 noon - 21 September
(12noon - 1.15pm
1.00pm
28 Sep – 19 Oct £34
(4 sessions -must be pre booked) £28 if paid by 22 September)
Join an existing intermediate course on Mondays 10-11am, or Fridays 11am-12noon at end of beginner course
Tuesday
Grange Hall
Radcliffe on Trent
6.00-7.00pm 22 September
(5.45-7pm must be pre booked)
29 Sep -20 Oct
£34
(4 sessions £28 if paid by 23 September)
Join an existing intermediate course on Tuesdays 7-8pm or Wednesdays 8-9pm at end of beginner course
Open late and weekends
(including Bank Holidays)
Flu Jabs £8
Early bird discount £7
(If booked in Sept)
Repeat prescription
and delivery service
Wednesday Abbey Road School
West Bridgford
6.45-7.45pm 23 September
(6.45-8pm must be
pre booked)
30 Sep – 21 Oct £34
(4 sessions £28 if paid by 24 September)
Join an existing intermediate course on Mondays 6.15-7.15pm or 7.15 – 8.15pm at end of beginner course
Travel service
and
Pharmacy advice
Thursday
The Old School
Cropwell Bishop
1.00-2.00pm 24 September
(12.45-2pm
must be pre booked)
1 Oct – 22 Oct
Join an existing intermediate course on Thursdays 2-3pm at end of beginner course
Thursday
Candleby Lane School 6.15-7.15pm 24 September
Cotgrave
(6.00-7.15pm
must be pre booked)
1 Oct – 22 Oct
Tel: 0115 9371536 | www.kmp-pharmacy.co.uk
£34
(4 sessions
£28 if paid by 25 September)
Join an existing intermediate course on Thursdays 7.15 – 8.15pm at end of beginner course
Keyworth Primary Care Centre, Bunny Lane, Keyworth , NG12 5JU
£34
(4 sessions
£28 if paid by 25 September)
All the Free Taster Sessions must be pre booked
All the above courses are suitable for beginners.
Mats & equipment provided • Numbers are strictly limited to ensure quality of tuition
Enquiries and booking please telephone The Bookings Line on 07936 590866
or email us at modernpilates@outlook.com
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GARDENING
GARDENING DIARY
SEPTEMBER 2015
By John Draper
As we move into autumn, temperatures start
to drop and things start to slow down in the
garden, but there’s still plenty to be getting on
with. Weather-wise, there’s always the chance
of the first autumn frost, so keep an eye out and
be prepared to protect tender plants to keep
them growing.
Severe downpours are also possible, but
conversely there is also the possibility of
lovely sunny weather – even an Indian summer
heatwave. Keep an eye on the weather and
be prepared to water your plants whenever
necessary in dry conditions.
Flower beds & borders
For months of colour from winter to late spring,
you can’t beat spring-flowering bulbs. Planting
now will reap rich rewards next year and for many
years to come. September is the main planting
month, but you can still plant in October and
even November, if you don’t get round to it now.
If your summer bedding is starting to look
scrappy and going over, remove it and replace
with winter and spring-flowering bedding, such
as winter-flowering pansies, violas, polyanthus,
primulas, wallflowers, Sweet William and
bellis daisies.
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It is important to plant these sooner rather than
later to give them time to establish before the
colder weather arrives. The bigger the plants by
the end of autumn, the better they’ll perform.
Patio gardening
Don’t be fooled by autumn showers. No matter
how much rainfall your garden receives, your
patio pots, planters and hanging baskets still
need to be watered regularly.
Always aim to keep the compost evenly moist –
not bone dry, then waterlogged. Regular feeding
with a high potash liquid plant food will help
your plants to continue flowering until the first
severe frosts.
Once your summer plants are past their best,
replant containers with winter heathers, trailing
ivies, dwarf evergreen shrubs and springflowering bedding plants to ensure great displays
through winter and into spring.
Replenish the compost with fresh and add
a controlled-release feed to keep the plants
growing and flowering well.
- Over seeding
- Autumn feed
Grow your own
Vegetables
Continue to feed tomatoes still in crop with a
liquid tomato food – as the days shorten, this
liquid feed can be invaluable in helping ripen the
last fruits of the season. This high potassium
plant food will also speed up the ripening of
sweet peppers, chillies and aubergines.
Maincrop potatoes should be ready to harvest
when the top growth starts to die down and
has turned brown. Cut off the dead stem and
then leave for 10 days before starting to dig up
the tubers.
Garden Diary is written by John Draper of
Greener Gardens, your local independent
lawncare specialist. For help with all aspects of
your lawn telephone us on 0115 837 8439 or visit
the website greenergardens.co.uk.
Lawns
The autumn is a busy time for lawn care, in order
to get it back into tip-top shape after the summer,
and to get it ready for the onslaught of winter
weather and the spring ahead.
The jobs you’ll need to get on with, include...
- Controlling moss
- Aerating & scarification (if required)
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C.B Trees and Landscapes are experts in all areas of
tree work and landscaping.
We specialise in tree work, fencing, gravelling and
turfing. All trees, hedges and shrubs carefully
topped, pruned, shaped or felled.
All waste removed and recycled.
Drivesway’s pressure washed sanded and sealed.
If you are considering making improvements
to your trees or garden, contact Chris anytime
for free advice and quotations.
E: c.btreeandgardenservices@hotmail.co.uk
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AUTUMN LAWNCARE
After a summer of hard wear and periods of dry
weather, your precious lawn deserves a helping
hand so that it can recover this autumn. Here are
a few tips from Lawnkeeper on how to prepare
your lawn for the winter and make sure it is thick
and healthy for a really green start next spring.
Keep the surface clear
If fallen leaves are becoming a problem in your
garden, try to remove them from the lawn as
regularly as possible. If you wait until all the
leaves have dropped, your grass will be fighting
for survival under a cold damp blanket of moist,
rotting vegetation.
If you don’t treat the moss with a suitable moss
killer before raking it out, you may inadvertently
spread the spores around the lawn and make the
problem worse.
Compaction is one of the biggest problems
with lawns.
Aeration in autumn will quickly help to strengthen
the grass by improving drainage.
Without help, vital rainwater may run off a dry
lawn and be wasted.
Lawnkeeper can aerate the lawn which will allow
rain, air and nutrients to penetrate more deeply
and at the same time relieve any compaction.
Feed the Lawn
After the constant mowing of summer, the
grass deserves a feed before the onset of winter,
so that it is strong and green. Lawnkeeper
chooses a special autumn fertiliser which
contains balanced nutrients and some slow
release nitrogen.
This ensures that you will be rewarded with a
greener lawn this autumn and in spring with a
lawn which is sturdy and refreshed, ready for
another summer’s use.
For a free lawn analysis, please call Peter on
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lawnkeeper.co.uk or visit lawnkeeper.co.uk
Try to do the job at least weekly throughout
autumn to avoid any problems of disease. A rake,
besom broom or mechanical collector will help
you collect the leaves for your compost heap.
Alternatively choose a lawn mower, which will do
the job quickly and easily.
Rake the surface
If you have left the grass box off the mower
during the summer or you have a hover
machine which doesn’t collect the grass cuttings,
then a layer of thatch will have formed on the
soil surface.
Not only does this layer prevent rain water
getting through, but it prevents grass plants from
spreading and encourages diseases.
There are plenty of tools which can be used to
remove this thatch – a spring-tine rake, ordinary
garden rake or a mechanical raker. A couple of
weeks before you carry out this scarifying, check
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Mistakes are only made when this process is
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A final but important touch is the operator using a
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It is durable yet soft to touch. Make sure you
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Shock pads can even be added under the grass
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Anyone listening to the David Vine show on BBC
Radio 2 may know that using artificial grass is a
hot topic. It seems to be a marmite product, you
either love it or hate it.
Artificial grass is here to stay as it provides an
alternative landscaping surface that was not
available before.
How its reputation prospers depends on it being
used sensibly in the right situations.
For some people, their lawns are just a
constant struggle because of poor soil, shade or
excess wear.
Replacing the lawn with artificial grass is
becoming increasingly popular.
The appearance of the modern generation
is so real it is often indistinguishable from the
real thing.
It has a fraction of the maintenance requirements
and looks lush and green all year round, even in
drought conditions.
If you happen to be away a lot, there are
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You achieve a better looking lawn for less effort
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No more muddy paws coming back into the
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It can also be successfully used to cover over
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Even electric mowers need servicing. The mower
is easier to use and saves energy and possibly
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But please remember that artificial grass is not a
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Often neglect catches up with you at the most
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It should be viewed as a 20-year plus product. To
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Thursday 1st October
Radcliffe-on-Trent U3A's guest speaker is Dr Ann
Featherstone on 'The Victorian Fair: Freaks and Fisticuffs'.
It takes place at Grange Hall in Radcliffe (1:30-3:30pm). For
more details please call Anne Spencer on 0115 933 5273.
Saturday 3rd & Saturday 17th October
Ruddington Medical Centre will be holding flu clinics from
9am until 12noon. If you are eligible for a vaccination you
don't need to book an appointment. These clinics are for the
following groups of people: over-65s, liver problems, asthma/
COPD, carers, renal problems, immunosuppressed, heart
problems/stroke and diabetes. Friday 9th, Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th October
The Upper Broughton Arts Show takes place over this
weekend. The venue is Upper Broughton Village Hall, Main
Road, Upper Broughton, LE14 3BD. For more information
visit upperbroughtonartshow.org.uk.
Sunday 11th October
East Midlands Orchid Society are holding their Annual Orchid
Show at Grange Hall in Radcliffe-on-Trent from 10am until
4pm. Admission is £2.50 with accompanied children free.
For more details please send an email to Melvyn Smith on
melv_and_hil@hotmail.com or call 0115 919 8124.
Sunday 11th October
Grantham Canal Society are hold their Discovery Day from
10am until 4pm. It takes place at the Carpenter's Shop Canal
Depot, Woolsthorpe by Belvoir, NG32 1NY. More details can
be found online at granthamcanal.org.
Tuesday 13th to Friday 16th October
East Bridgford Drama Group presents 'The secret lives of
Henry and Alice' - a comedy by David Tristram - at 7:30pm
each evening. It is directed by Geoffrey Soar and tickets cost
£8. Concessions (Tuesday only) £7. For tickets call the Box
Office on 01949 20675 or email boxoffice@ebdg.co.uk.
Every Monday
Bingham Juniors Netball Club train at Bingham Leisure
Centre from 7-8pm. The cost is £2 per session and you get
the first week free. Contact Stef on 07876 683946, email
stephanie.orr@ntlworld.com or visit binghamnetball.co.uk.
Every Monday
The Ruddington and District Choral Society meet from
7:15pm. For further details telephone 0115 921 1451 or visit
their website at ruddington-choral.org.uk.
Every Tuesday
Fencing classes for children and adults at Clifton Leisure
Centre. Contact 0115 911 0050 or visit the website by
logging onto radcliffeswordclub.co.uk.
Every Tuesday
Radcliffe and Bingham Chess Club meet from 7:15pm. The
venue is the British Legion Club in Radcliffe.
Every Tuesday
Outreach Badminton Club are on the lookout for new
members. The club meet at Cotgrave Leisure Centre,
Woodview in Cotgrave (post code: NG12 3PJ) from 10am
until 12noon. This is a mixed club with reasonable standard,
no coaching provided, so not suitable for beginners. Call
Barbara on 07792 209884 for more information.
Every Wednesday
Bingham & District Choral Society meet from 7:15pm
to 9:30pm at Carnarvon Primary School, Nursery Road,
Bingham. For more details visit binghamchoral.co.uk.
Every last Tuesday Positive Birth Group meet for free in Bingham. Facilitated by
an antenatal teacher. Please call Tina 01949 876203 or email
tina@pregnancytobirth.co.uk.
Every Thursday
Shelford’s Little Stars meet at Shelford Village Hall (10am11:30am). £2 entry fee includes tea, coffee and biscuits. A
local playgroup offering a fun and stimulating environment
for mums, dads, bumps, babies and children up five years
old. For more details email shelfordslittlestars@gmail.com.
Every Tuesday (Mondays May until July)
Bingham Ladies Netball Club train at Bingham Leisure
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week free. Please email Stef at stephanie.orr@ntlworld.com,
call 07876 683946 or visit binghamnetball.co.uk.
Every Tuesday and Thursday
Mobilising aquacare sessions take place in Cotgrave Leisure
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019 49 837327 for more details.
Every Tuesday morning & Thursday evening Bingham Model Railway Club meet in their own clubrooms.
For more details please call Graham Dean 01949 877 779 or
email grahamdean.bmrc@ntlworld.com
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday
Royal British Legion Ladies’ Section have bingo sessions.
They take place at 2:15pm at Tavern Public House, located
in Keyworth.
Every 2nd Tuesday
Radcliffe and District Probus Group meets at Ashmores
Restaurant in Radcliffe at 12noon for lunch and a talk from
a guest speaker. Please contact Angus McKechnie on
0115 8486239 or David Brooker on 0115 9372418.
Every Wednesday
Radcliffe-on-Trent Bridge Club meet for duplicate bridge at
the Grange Hall from 7pm. There’s a table fee of £1. Please
telephone 0115 933 3217.
Every Wednesday
Radcliffe Ladies Choir meet in St Mary’s Hall on Main Road
in Radcliffe from 7:30pm-9:30pm. For further details please
call Sheila Brumfitt on 0115 912 3660.
Every Wednesday
Radcliffe Knights Badminton Club are on the lookout for new
members. The club runs from 7:30pm-9:30pm at the South
Nottinghamshire Academy, Glebe Lane in Radcliffe. This is
a mixed club with reasonable standard, so not suitable for
beginners as coaching isn’t provided. Telephone Kenneth on
07966 293743 or email kenneth.curtis@curtisparkinson.com.
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
The Vale of Belvoir Probus Club meet at The Haven in the
Vale at 10:15am. Call 01949 836134 for details.
Every Thursday
Radcliffe-on-Trent Male Voice Choir rehearses at the
Methodist Church on Shelford Road at 7:15pm. For further
information please call 01509 853 700.
Every 1st Thursday
Nottingham Astronomical Society meeting at the British
Geological Survey, Keyworth. Visitors very welcome. Doors
open at 7:30pm. For more details visit the website by logging
onto nottinghamastro.org.uk.
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday
Radcliffe-on-Trent Lions Club meet at the Horse Chestnut on
Main Road at 8pm. For more details please call the secretary
on 0115 845 0771.
Every 2nd Thursday
Ruddington and District Ladies’ Probus Club meet at the
Methodist Hall, Charles Street, Ruddington, NG11 6HB at
2pm. Please call 0115 921 1118 for further details.
Every Friday
There’s a coffee morning at Radcliffe Methodist Church on
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Every Friday
Ballroom and Latin American dancing for children and
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further information.
Every last Saturday of the month
There’s coffee, cake and chat on the last Saturday of every
month from 10am-12noon. It takes place in the Old School in
Cropwell Bishop.
Every Sunday
Ruddington Shotokan meet from 10:30am at the Village Hall
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Trent Bridge will host one-day international
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and Pakistan on Tuesday 30th August in 2016.
Tickets for the pair of floodlit fixtures, each with
2pm starts, are yet to go on sale but supporters
can register their interest at trentbridge.co.uk to
stand the best possible chance of attending.
The match against Sri Lanka is the first in the
five-match series, where as the third one-day
international against Pakistan will follow clashes
at the Ageas Bowl and Lord’s.
Interest in next summer’s international
programme has been heightened by England’s
recent Ashes triumph and the explosive nature of
the 3-2 ODI series victory over New Zealand.
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The international season in 2016 will start with
England facing Sri Lanka across all three formats
from May to early July, followed by Pakistan’s
first tour of this country since 2010 from July to
early September.
“Alastair Cook was absolutely right to
acknowledge the contribution of England’s fans
to our Ashes success,” said ECB chief executive
officer, Tom Harrison.
“They have been unwavering in their support this
summer and we would urge as many as possible
to return to our venues next summer and get
behind our men’s and women’s teams again.
”Both Pakistan and Sri Lanka will also attract
strong support from their own communities in
this country, which all adds up to another exciting
summer of international action played in front of
packed houses for all three formats of the game."
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The first all-year round goaltending academy for
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Ice Centre in Nottingham. The Nathan Craze Elite
Goaltending Academy will get under way this
month. Craze is a former Great Britain netminder
and played domestically for Cardiff Devils, Belfast
Giants and Edinburgh Capitals.
There are two sessions running on a Wednesday
night. One from 6:30-8:30pm and the other from
7:30-9:30pm and will involve on and off-ice
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The cost is £30 per week or £95 for a four-week
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The latest news is online nottinghamlocalnews.com
The Nottingham girls are funded from the Carl
Smith Memorial Fund. In their first round they
won convincingly to qualify for the semi-final of
six boats, with three going to the A final.
The girls, stroked by Anna, had a good win
ahead of Canada and Switzerland, with Romania,
Denmark and Argentina going to the B final.
KATIE & ED TAKE BRONZE
AT WORLD UNDER-23
ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS
In a tense and hard-fought A final race, over
the full 2,000m Olympic distance, the crew was
sandwiched between Germany and the United
States, with Canada, Switzerland and France in
the other lanes.
Two local girls have just returned from Rio-deJaneiro with big smiles on their faces and a
silver medal in their hands from the Junior World
Rowing Championships.
These championships doubled as a pre-Olympic
test event and initially the quality of the water in
the rowing lake was a major concern, but this
was overtaken by the weather and the threat of
strong winds meant that all finals were brought
forward a day to the Saturday.
The rowing lagoon is 10 minutes away from
Ipanema Beach, with the spectacular backdrop
of mountains, the Tijuca Forest and the iconic
Christ the Redeemer statue at Corcovado, which
can be seen by those paddling on the lake.
Anna Thornton from Nottingham Rowing Club
and the Becket School, along with club-mate
Kyra Edwards from the George Spencer School,
were joined by Suzannah Duncan and Molly
Harding for the GB Women’s Quadruple Scull.
It was quite choppy with a strong crosswind.
Germany took an early lead, Great Britain were
second and pushing hard, the USA third and
France fourth.
The ‘A’ finals of the World U23 Rowing
Championships were held in Plovdiv in Bulgaria
over 2,000m of perfectly flat water and featured
two local rowers. Crews from 51 countries with
800 competitors raced at the event.
These positions remained the same throughout
the race, with Switzerland fifth and Canada sixth.
Suzannah Duncan told The Local News: “We had
a good start, caught two crabs before the 1,000m
and took the silver.
"Most importantly we have no regrets. We had
the best row we could and we are pleased with
the result.”
The crew is coached by British Rowing’s Ade
Roberts, a one-time West Bridgford resident who
now lives in Draycott.
President of Nottingham Rowing Club, Keith
Atkinson, said: “The club is proud of our girls,
they did brilliantly.
“It follows Katie Bartlett’s bronze in Bulgaria and
Grace Clough is off to the World Championships
in Aigubelette in France. It is all showing the club
in a very good light.”
Ed Fisher, who now rows from Leander Club,
rowed bow in the lightweight coxless four. Katie
Bartlett, called up by Rowing Team GB for the
ninth time, rowed two in the women’s eight. In
a dash to the line with the GB women closing
rapidly on the Russians, they were declared
bronze-medal winners. Ed too was a bronzemedal winner in a race won by Italy, with Germany
in second place.
Katie is in a strong group of rowers that have
Tokyo 2020 in their sights. A loyal member of
Nottingham Rowing Club, she has local sponsors
like ‘Insideland’ and trains at the National
Watersports Centre at Holme Pierrepont. Since
early success at the National Schools Regatta,
she has followed the club’s pathway to success
and now has two World Championship medals.
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