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Hello from The Sherwood Newsletter Inside this issue: Editor: Diane Carter and Sub Editor: Andy Jones both local residents with Introductions & Invitation to Get Involved 2 local businesses! News & Information 3

Welcome to the July edition of the Sherwood Community Newsletter Looking Good & Feeling Great in 2011 4 Can we just say a big thank you to all those new readers in Ravenshead and Edwinstowe who now receive the Sherwood newsletter. Thank you for getting involved with our Our Young and Our Future 6 community newsletter and your support both with news and advertising.

Times are currently very tough but Sherwood people seem to keep smiling and we are The Rainworth Reporter 8-10 inundated with lots of news of local groups, organisations and clubs near you so make The Blidworth Focus 11-13 sure you check them out. Also as you can see from our front page article, we have a new The Village Voices 14 local business set up to brighten our Rainworth main street; Angela Jane Bridal and 19 Evening Wear. Thank you to Angela for inviting the Sherwood along to help ‗cut the Ravenshead News opening ribbon‘. We have lots of other new businesses too in the area up and coming FREE Indoor entertainment section and keep an eye out for them in the magazine. We really want to support you with any 15-18 new ventures and if you wish us to come along and promote your open day or business Book, DVD and TV Pull out guide launch please let us know.

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GREAT NEWS AND FEEDBACK WELCOMED Thank you to those who keep emailing regarding local news, events and feedback. Please address to the Editor; email: [email protected]. Postal address available on request. Deadline for news articles for this edition is by Friday 8th of July. Please keep sending information so we can keep the newsletter ‘hot and fresh’! Advert requests and payments by Friday 8th of July. Any feedback or news must be supported by name & address, that can be withheld on request. Contact: Diane, Editor: 07916 245 367.

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Mark Spencer MP Update COMPETITION WINNERS I like to think I’m a man who’s known for looking on the bright side of life, so you 2 x Family Fun Day Passes to know I’m not being melancholy or melodramatic when I say that I believe within a the Southwell Racecourse. generation the lights are going to go out. I simply do not believe that our current energy infrastructure is sufficient to support our growing needs and I believe that Question: What is the cost for there is an urgent need for action. Service and MOT at Renault Coop?

But don’t take it from me; a recent report by the Centre for Policy Studies said Answer: £89 “The UK has installed electricity capacity of 77GW; it is expected that by 2016, it will face a shortfall of 32 GW as older coal, nuclear and oil plants are closed, and The Winners of the Family Fun Day Passes are: as demand increases” and there isn’t a house in Sherwood unaware of the recent 1. Steve Beamish climb in energy prices. All this at a time when we import Russian gas and are 2. Nick Allen laying cables under the Channel to buy French nuclear. So what to do? Well I think Well done to our Winners. the answer lies pretty close to home. Those of you aware of my politics on energy will know that I believe firmly that as a country we need to have an non-emotive and constructive debate on nuclear power, but nuclear is academic when it comes to COMPETITION: Win 2 Tickets for our immediate needs: we simply wouldn’t get the plants up and running in time. For those keen on wind or solar power (currently providing just 0.4% of global energy demand) I fear their role will, at least in the Southwell Racecourse short term, only ever be an auxiliary one. All of which leads me to coal. Referring to Tony Lodge’s report: “Coal is plentiful, indigenous, relatively Ladies day on 14th August cheap, flexible and responsive to peaks and troughs in demand, can be stored, is not prone to outages, and Courtesy of the Co-operative Motorgroup Mansfield is not vulnerable to geo-political risk. Only nuclear power can match these advantages.” So those are the Question: Name the 3 prizes on offer advantages, what’s the downside? Traditionally, coal has always been criticised on environmental grounds and those criticisms were largely for Ladies on Race day? founded. Times are changing. Clean coal technologies are online and available to us right now: for example See the website for details and hints! in Yorkshire, Powerfuel’s new clean coal site is even backed by Friends of the Earth. There are various options; carbon abatement/capture (CCS) “capturing CO2 from power plants, transporting it, usually in pipe www.southwell-racecourse.co.uk lines and finally storing it”, flue gas desulphurisation where watered down limestone is sprayed into Entries to the Editor by 12th July please. chimneys, harnessing flue gas as gypsum and reducing CO2 emission or integrated gas combined cycle [email protected] (IGCC) which is a near zero emissions clean coal solution. Domestically, embracing clean coal technologies would offer us unparalleled fuel reliability and bring down significantly electricity bills in the home. Internationally, developing countries like China and India (China is currently constructing the equivalent of two, 500 megawatt coal-fired power plants per week) could use their own coal reserves in an environmentally acceptable way - vital since at present their projected fossil fuel usage would dwarf any carbon savings we made here in the UK. Economically, clean coal offers better value for money and greater reliability than wind power: generating costs for onshore wind are 3.7 pence/KWH, offshore is 5.5 pence/KWH while retrofitting an existing coal fired plant would cost 2.0 pence/KWH and IGCC with CCS would cost 2.8 pence/KWH. Regarding security of supply, I refer to Denmark and quote Tony Lodge one last time “Denmark...has the most intense concentration of wind generation in Europe...Danish power stations used 50% more coal than TRUMAN TRAVEL in 2005 to cover wind’s failings whilst wind turbines generated 21.7% of electricity, down from 29.4% in PRIVATE HIRE 2005” – Denmark’s carbon emissions rose as the grid had to fall back on fossil fuel generated power to cover the shortfall of underperforming wind farms. Your Local Friendly, Reliable So as I see it, the arguments for clean coal are compelling both for the environment and the economy but most excitingly, for Sherwood. Rekindling the coal industry in the UK using clean coal technology would Private Hire Company have major benefits for our area whether directly from employment or indirectly through cheaper electricity. In short, I think the future looks a little brighter for this generation. For 1-8 Passengers

As ever, if you would like to discuss this or any other matter with me, please do not hesitate to get in touch Airport & Coastal Runs at [email protected] or via my constituency on 0115 968 1186. For more information or to Wedding Venues arrange an interview with Mark Spencer MP, contact: Madeleine Burns, office: 0115 968 1186 Any Occasion Catered for Email: [email protected] For Further Information please Contact

Pickles rejects Sherwood Forest incinerator Mark Truman

Following a public inquiry, the Secretary of State Eric Pickles has refused planning permission for Tel: 01623 798330 Veolia’s proposed 180,000 tonne waste incinerator in Rainworth, Nottinghamshire. The public inquiry, which was presided over by Inspector Rupert Grantham, opened in October 2009 and was Mob: 07815118705 adjourned twice at the request of Veolia to allow them time to submit further evidence. Email: [email protected] The greenfield site, owned by UK Coal and subject to a planning condition requiring restoration to heathland and woodland, is in the heart of Sherwood Forest, and is used by rare and protected bird species such as woodlark and nightjar. Local campaign group People Against Incineration (PAIN) were joined by Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and Newark & Sherwood District Council in opposing the application at the public inquiry. There was also a community evening where local residents voiced their opposition to the incinerator. In the Planning Inspector’s view: “...Veolia have failed to show use of the Rufford facility would not prejudice further movement up the waste hierarchy...Recognition that the site is not previously developed land would have ruled it out at an early stage in the site selection process. I have also identified significant shortcomings in the subsequent assessment of this and other shortlisted sites. To my mind, the appraisal of alternative sites has not been robust”. PAIN’s Chairman, Bernard Thompson, said: “This is a happy day for the people of Rainworth, and for all who care about Sherwood Forest. I would like to thank everyone involved. Local support remained solid over many years of campaigning. We have utmost respect for the Planning Inspector, Mr Rupert Grantham, who treated all parties fairly and arrived at the right conclusion.” Newark & Sherwood District Councillor Linda Tift said: “I am overjoyed to hear that this beloved site will be protected from development. The site is clearly important to nature conservation and is surrounded by Sites of Special Scientific Interest. I hope that UK Coal will now honour their promise to return the site to heathland so that the community’s vision for the area to be restored and included in a Sherwood Forest Regional Park can be realised.” An electronic copy of the Secretary of State's decision and the planning inspector's report is available upon request. Article c/o Shlomo Dowen P.A.I.N.

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New Bespoke Bridal & Evening Wear Shop Comes to Rainworth SHOP NOW OPEN Continued from front page...... Angela Jane, 244 Southwell Road, Rainworth offers a wide range of individually tailored made wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, evening wear, prom dresses, shoes and accessories. Owner; Angela Limb has been in business for many years and 409466 decided that due to her increased success she needed an outlet to display her outfits To view a variety of designs, full and increase her stock. She opening hours and frequently asked questions. has built the business purely on We warmly invite you to drop in or call recommendation and loves the or email to make a personal feeling that she has made appointment with Angela someone feel and look so beautiful on the most important day of their life. The event was officially opened by Diane Carter, Editor of the Sherwood Community Newsletter and Chair of the local ‗No Nonsense Networking‘ Business Group. Diane stated ―This is fabulous to have such a wonderful new business in Rainworth. I have no doubt Angela Jane will be a huge success as the dresses are amazing with superb style and quality. It is great for Rainworth too as I have no doubt shoppers will come from far and wide to visit the Angela Jane shop as it is so unique‖. Angela can design and tailor a dress of your choice and has years of experience to ensure you look fabulous whatever the occasion. She also offers a beautiful range of Trudy Lee Designer Wedding Dresses. In addition she offers a full alteration service. Angela wanted to thank all her friends, family, former clients and guests who came to the opening. In addition she wanted to offer a large thank you to Doug of Doug Plews Photography who came along on the day to take some Grand Opening pictures!

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Don’t let back pain creep up during the long summer days With Summer finally there (keeping the fingers crossed!), the days are longer and more people will be relaxing in the sunshine. Health on Hand Mansfield warns that this additional time in the sun may lead to more than just a sun tan and has looked at ways in which the nation can enjoy these lazy summer days, without feeling the strain. New consumer research* found that over half (51%) of the UK population are currently experiencing back pain, whilst more than two thirds (68%) have suffered from back pain at some point in their lives. With this ailment proving so common, even the most innocuous things like lying in the sun for too long can trigger symptoms of back pain. Chiropractor Thomas Jeppesen, thinks the effects of sitting and lying down for extended periods of time could have a negative impact on people’s posture, “The nation already suffers the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle, particularly during the long winter months. Unfortunately, we cannot let our guard down in the summer either. Long, warm, sunny days make us feel more inclined to take in the sun or remain in sedentary positions outdoors for long periods of time. Whilst getting fresh air is great, as sunshine boosts vitamin D levels and calcium absorption into the bones, the effects of prolonged lying or sitting can have a negative effect on the back”. Health on Hand Mansfield has some simple pointers to enjoying the long summer days ahead: Stand up and move around every twenty to thirty minutes; just stretch and shake out your limbs, to allow your muscles to relax. Using something like the Straighten Up UK *(see below) exercises would be ideal. You can combine this with fresh applications of sun cream or taking a drink of water. If sunbathing and catching up with the latest book club read, try not to lie on your tummy, with your back and neck arched back. Put the reading matter on the floor, so that you can view it over the edge of the sun bed with your head and neck in a more neutral position. If lying on a sun-mat or towel, listen to an audio book instead! For more information or a FREE pre holiday check up, call Health on Hand Mansfield on 01623 635333 or visit www.healthonhand.co.uk

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RAVENSHEAD OUT-OF-SCHOOL CLUB SUMMER HOLIDAY CLUB We will be running our Holiday Club again throughout the summer holidays, from July 25th – Sept. 5th, every day 7.30am – 6.00pm, with various sessions to suit all, welcoming all children from the community, aged 2 -11 years. Open every school holiday, we have weekly local trips and different weekly themes, plus many art & crafts, games, sports, and outdoor play. Children may pay on the day they attend for one-off occasions, or weekly / monthly if regular sessions are required. Please telephone to book and register your child. Based at Ravenshead C of E Primary School, Swinton Rise, Ravenshead, we strive to offer greater flexibility at an affordable price for the local community. Our Ofsted inspection for 2011 graded us “Good” with several “Outstanding” features. The Inspector noted that “planning of activities was varied, interesting and stimulating to suit all ages and children were engaged”. We look forward to seeing you.

Michelle Simms. Manager, Ravenshead Out-of-School Club. Tel: 0781 1900985

Joseph Whitaker School Successes

Joel scores again in Leicester! Joel Barker-Klein (photo right) has added more medals to his recent haul – by picking up a gold and two silvers at the Simon Coope Karate Schools Open Championships (part of the W.I.K.F: Wado–Ryu International Karate Do Federation) in Leicester. After a brilliant start to 2011, Joel (Year 7) will soon be moving up to the 12-13yrs category. Joel is currently one of the top-ranked competitors in the country in his category, and is hoping to stay at the top of his game in his next competition. The WKF 4 Nations Open Karate Championships (for England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales) takes place at Ponds Forge in Sheffield on Saturday 25 June – so good luck Joel!

Stephanie runs for charity Stephanie Wykes (photo left, 9SSE) laced up her running shoes on Saturday 4 June in a bid to raise money to help fight cancer. Tesco‘s ‗Race for Life‘ event in Nottingham aims to bring hundreds of women together with one goal in sight – the 5km race finishing line. Stephanie completed the course easily – and raised a fantastic £250.00 in the process! Well done Stephanie!

JULY 2011 Library information Bilsthorpe 2nd July Saturday Art Club 10.30-11.15a.m. 5-10 years free event Blidworth 2nd July Saturday Art Club 10.30-11.15a.m. 5-10 years free event Blidworth 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Knit and Natter 10.30-11.30a.m. Learn to knit and crochet with a coffee and a chat. Small charge for refreshments. Bilsthorpe 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Knit & Natter 10.30-11.30a.m. Learn to knit & crochet, coffee and a chat. Small charge for refreshments. Bilsthorpe 8th 1.45-2.15p.m. Reading Group. Enjoy a coffee and chat with discussion on latest chosen books. Small charge for refreshments. Blidworth 20th 4.00-4.30p.m. Reading Group. Enjoy a coffee and chat with discussion on latest chosen books. Small charge for refreshments. Rainworth 15/7/ 11 3.30-4.30p.m. Launch of the Summer Reading Challenge for children 5-10 years. Come along & join us in the fun for "Circus Stars". Bilsthorpe/Blidworth/Farnsfield/Ravenshead 16/7/11 10.30-11.15a.m. Launch of the Summer Reading Challenge for children 5-10 years. Come along and join us in the fun for "Circus Stars". Farnsfield 25/7/11 S.R.Challenge 10.30-11.15a.m. Rainworth 26/7/11 S.R.Challenge 1.30-2.15p.m. Blidworth 27/7/77 S.R. Challenge 2.30-3.15p.m. Ravenshead 28/7/11 S.R. Challenge 10.30-11.15a.m. Bilsthorpe 29/7/11 S.R.Challenge 2.30-3.15p.m. (* S.R.C. Summer Reading Challenge) - all free

BLIDWORTH AND RAVENSHEAD LIBRARIES ARE OFFERING FREE ONE HOUR COMPUTER LESSONS. LEARN HOW TO GO ON-LINE, E-MAIL FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND SEARCH FOR JOBS. PLEASE RING FOR MORE DETAILS. 01623 793775 REMINDER - BLIDWORTH LIBRARY DOES NOT HOLD THE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU ANY LONGER Ann Whitworth, Ravenshead Cluster Manager (job share) Bilsthorpe / Blidworth / Farnsfield / Rainworth / Ravenshead Base - Blidworth Library, 01623 793775, or Ann/Tracey office 01623 796347 Children, Families and Cultural Services, Nottinghamshire County Council

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Hi there Rainworth Folk, Rainworth Residents have highlighted a number of issues, especially about the untidy state of our village, RAINWORTH MINERS WELFARE over the last few weeks and we are dealing with each Great facilities for Weddings point. Rest assured that all your concerns will be addressed. However, it won‘t happen overnight so be birthday parties, anniversaries etc patient and be confident that each and every one of your Parish Councillors is working on your behalf. Catering and disco available The grass verges have eventually been cut by Nott‘s County Council, Concert Room Hire (up to 250 people) from £35 unfortunately, not very well. The Parish Council is endeavouring to Bouncy castle £30 Disco rectify this as soon as possible. You may have noticed some new 3 tier planters on Warsop Lane, the recreation area on White City and near GREAT PRICES - A SUPERB the Spar. These are a joint donation from County Councillors, Geoff CELEBRATION Merry and Martin Wright and will complement the existing planting arrangement in the centre of the village. Also, 3 trees have been Call: 01623 792495 planted on the corner of Churchfield Drive, in readiness for the new village sign which will hopefully be in situ soon. Kirklington Road, Rainworth Unfortunately, we are experiencing graffiti and vandalism on our Preston Road Play area, so if you see anything please contact the police on the non emergency number 0300 300 9999 or the Parish Council, 01623 490259, and help us keep this area safe for our children to use. Just a reminder that the play area at the Village Hall is for 5year olds and under and should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Developer creates new homes for Rainworth The Parish is considering various options to deal with fly tipping. We Local homebuilder Davidsons has created a new range of homestyles for would remind you that large items can be collected for a charge by its ‗Lavender Fields‘ development at Rainworth. contacting Newark & Sherwood District Council on 01636 650000, or The homes are designed to appeal to first time buyers as well as families, email [email protected] and there are 3 and 4 bedroom options.

Last month I suggested that we might encourage a voluntary reduction Externally the range has a traditional feel. Some of the homes feature in speed to 20mph on our estate roads, especially with the school elements of Georgian styling, such as large square pane windows. Others holidays about to start. Kids, dogs and footballs can be particularly reflect a ‗cottage style‘ look. But while the exteriors have traditional hazardous!! Posters are available from the Parish Office if anyone is influences, internally the homes offer exciting modern design. still thinking about giving it a try. ‘20 is plenty‘. ———————————————————————————————————— There is a good specification in all of the new homes including kitchens which feature a Neff integrated oven, hob and microwave. There are also Any Parish Councillors available meet informally on Wednesday lots of ways to personalise your home by choosing different colours, doors, mornings in the Parish office about 10 ish and welcome any residents handles, paint and many other details. to come in for a cuppa. Stephanie King, Head of Sales at Davidsons, said ―At Davidsons we always Linda Tift: 01623 796336 email: [email protected] aim to make the development a part of the local area, and we think these Chairman, Rainworth Parish Council, Newark & Sherwood District Councillor homes with a more traditional exterior are just right‖. The Parish Office is open Monday, Wednesday to Friday 9am-2pm. The ‗Lavender Fields‘ development at Rainworth has a range of 3 and 4 Our Parish Clerk , Dawn Jones is available on 01623 490259. bedroom homes from £119,000 to £199,995. Next Parish Council meeting . Thursday 14th. July 7pm For more information visit: www.davidsonsgroup.co.uk or call 07917 th Next Police Surgery at the Parish office – Monday 25 July at 10am. 010692 Thursday to Monday. [Advertorial] From John Middleton and John Bradbury – your new Newark and Sherwood Labour District Councillors for Rainworth May we thank you all for your support in the elections in early May. You have put your trust in us. Now it is our task to live up to it! John Middleton and John Bradbury Firstly can we congratulate the Oxburgh Style New Home Ashley Style New Home village on the result of the Public Inquiry over the proposed incinerator on the old Rufford Colliery Site. This has resulted in keeping the Protected Are of Rufford Heath safe and now we wait for Nott's County Council to enforce the restoration condition imposed when the site first became a coal blending and delivery area. The action of our local activists certainly put Rainworth on the map – especially when they took on a multimillion multinational company and won – not only in the Inquiry, but also in the High Court regarding the release of information they did not want us to know. They did a miracle on a shoe-string and showed how David can win against the international Goliath! We were told, before the election that people were concerned about the state of the village. Nott’s County Council has reduced the number of grass cuts along the main roads in Rainworth from six to three per year. We are now taking steps to get some additional cutting done by the Parish Council to add to the County’s cuts and make Rainworth a welcoming place. We are having problems with fly-tipping on Little John Field, Amber Close field and at the top of the NSDC end of the White City field (up near the flats) and with graffiti on the play equipment on Preston Road playing field. We are looking to see what we can get done. We are also looking into reports of surface water flooding in the St Peters Drive/St Jude’s Way areas and are in contact with Severn Trent over this. You will probably see John M around the village, but John B does have mobility problems and can’t get out so much so if there is any way we can help and you do not see us in the street please get in touch with.. C/O John Middleton Tel: 01623 799394 & John Bradbury Tel: 07973 422839 Email [email protected] or Email: [email protected]

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RAINWORTH MINERS WELFARE Events: Mon Night 7.45–10.30pm Sequence Dancing £1.50 Admission, bingo, card bingo & ‗Open the Box‘ (lounge & concert room) Tues Night 7.30-11pm ‗Blitz‘ modern jive lessons & dance to follow £7.00 admission (please call club to ensure the class is on) Wed Night 7.15–9.15pm Family bingo. Great cash prizes & Raffle. Children welcome with an adult. Thursday 4.30pm to 5.30pm and 8.30pm to 9.30pm IRISH DANCING Thurs Night 6 –8.00pm Karate classes - For all ages & 8.30—9.30pm Zumba Dancing workout Fri Night 7.45—10.30pm Modern sequence Dancing, £1.50 Admission. Bingo and Card Bingo (Lounge and Concert Room) Sat Night 8 - 10.30pm Family bingo & Raffle. Children welcome with an adult. FREE colouring books & crayons Sun Night—Sequence Dancing (concert Room) £1.50 Admission. Quiz (Lounge Bar) and Bingo & Open the Box (both rooms). FANCY A PARTY OR CELEBRATION? —room hire only £35 Members, £70 Non-members—up to 6 hours KIDS PARTIES—Bouncy castle £30, Disco £45 for 2 hours (£70 for both) Local League Darts & Domino Knockout competition. Held in the concert room Monday nights until 7th July. Snowball Bingo & card bingo will be in the Lounge on Monday nights as usual with guaranteed prize money . RAINWORTH VILLAGE HALL Events: Ballroom & Sequence Dancing — From 11th July—Friday & Sunday 8 — 10 pm — Dancers Welcome, plus Bingo and Card Bingo in the Lounge & Concert Room. Tuesday Night—Blitz

At The Venue—Royal British legion—Rainworth, Blidworth & District Branch meet at The Venue each Thursday —7.30pm St Simon and St Judes Church—4th Rainbow Brownies—For five to seven year old girls. Friday 4.45—5.45 pm. New members welcome. Call Pat Holmes on: 01623 795239 Rainworth Methodist Church—3rd Rainworth Brownies at 6m on Fridays. More details please phone:01623 629879 Surestart Children’s Centre, Rainworth water road. Families can contact us on 01623 499900 to confirm details of groups or if they are running during the school holidays. Monday 9.00am-11.15am Lakeview Toddler and Baby Group-open to all (call to confirm ) Wednesday 1.15pm-3.00pm Busy Feet-open to all (please call to confirm during the holidays) Thursday 1.15pm-3.00pm Toby's Twos Group -suitable for children 24 months+ (Term time only) Friday 9.30am-11.00am Wobbly Ones-suitable for toddlers 12-24 months 11.00am-12noon Jelly Babies-suitable for babies birth-12 months TO AMEND ANY OF THE ABOVE PLEASE CONTACT EDITOR ON: 01623 795623 OR EMAIL: [email protected]

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 Competitive all year round prices Newark and Sherwood D.C.  Supply & Fitting Walk for Life Government Initiative.  Quality Products & a Professional Service Why not come join our group in this great FREE and fun initiative in the Blidworth area, Tel: 01623 490301 but welcome to all local residents. Linda, or visit our shop for individual support & advice. from the Blidworth Community Centre, is leading this new venture and has built up a regular group of 20 63—65 Mansfield Rd, Blidworth walkers who meet every Sunday at 10am at the Leisure centre. Linda is trained in first aid and has put a great deal of effort into The Bards at Blidworth WHY? by Carol Haynes getting this club off the ground. These led walks are completely free and are there to try and encourage the community and the Summer holidays are on their way Why do we turn a page? less active into taking part and getting healthy. As these walks are and when it happens it is lovely to To reveal life's treasures free of charge to whoever wants to take part. There is a different see the gorgeous blue skies to lift Why do birds fly? walk each week, dependent upon the weather and centre the spirits and inspire poetic souls To ride the winds of time to get their words from soul and bookings. Why do we cry? mind and onto paper! The poems NEW— Thursday walk at 3pm. EASY Walking to suit for inclusion in the first Bards at To wash away the tide all people Blidworth and Beyond Anthology What is in a voice? Interested contact: Linda Elliott at Blidworth 01623 466266 or go have been selected by Chris Antcliff Warmth, comfort, sweet music on the Walk 4Life website and click on Blidworth to find out more and we hope to have a book launch Why do we have light? at the Black Bull as well as the about the walks. To show us the way library. The beauty of the collection Why do stars twinkle? is the range of 'voices' and styles. To put a sparkle in our eyes We have had most enjoyable The Churches Together Kidz Klub Why are giraffes so tall? evenings at the Bull with the music Taking place on Mon 25th - Wed 27thJuly, and culture night. The music so far Because we love gentle giants 10.00am -12.00noon at is predominantly folk, some oldies, Why are monkeys The Sherwood Forest Community Church in Blidworth. Irish jigs, mining songs, poems, mischievous? c/o Rev Hazel Robinson storytelling and with great Because they are childlike performers.

Blidworth and Rainworth All are welcome to the Bards group at the library, every 3rd Saturday Women’s Institute (W.I.) morning of the month and to the Music night at the Bull, every Monday eve from 8pm . Info at http://www.christinemichael.org/bardsatblidworth meet at the Blidworth Methodist church hall New Road and Meadow Road Pensioners on the 1st Wednesday Association (The Monday Club) Thursday 13 July 2011, The club and members are all well. of every We have a lovely trip to look forward to this month. Members month at Men in Sheds is and friends are going on an afternoon trip into Derbyshire calling 7.30. opening its doors at Matlock and then onto Teversal Grange Restaurant for a meal. Come and join in our small Plans continue for our Garden Party which is to be held on friendly group. to everyone. Saturday 16th July at 7 New Road, Blidworth starting at Call Mary on 01623 799095 See What’s On 2pm. There will be a range of stalls including: raffle, tombola, for details. It's not all jam and cream teas etc. Jerusalem! section page 22 This is being advertised on posters in and around both Blidworth

C/O Mary Ledger for full details and Rainworth. All very welcome. regards to everybody— Harry Allcock

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Blidworth Miners’ Welfare Social Centre ‘Weekly Events’ Monday Salsa Class “Salsacise” at 6pm with Ace Salsa. (see full advert page 5). Also Free Pool Sunday 7th August Tuesday Dominoes Handicap from 8:30 Blidworth Miners Welfare Wednesday Bingo Night plus ‘Sticky Thirteen’ Card Games Thursday Poker Night from 8:00 6-a-side Cricket match Friday Live Entertainment, Members Draw and ‘Sticky Thirteen’ Card Games BBQ Bouncy Castle Saturday Live Entertainment and ‘Sticky Thirteen’ Card Games Sunday Quiz Night and ‘Sticky Thirteen’ Card Games Cheap Drinks Private Room available for Hire – suitable for Birthdays, Anniversary & Wedding Celebrations and Meetings. Contact 01623 793361 (Kevin) or 0788 7977350 (Dave) for details. Starts 10am

Weekly Events SureStart Centre Tuesday Homestart Group-open to all (please call to confirm during the holidays) 9.15am-11.15am Wobbly Ones-suitable for toddlers 12-24 months (Term time only) 1.30pm-3.00pm Wednesday Jelly babies-suitable for babies birth-12 months (please call to confirm during the holidays) 1.30pm-2.30pm Child Health Clinic-open to all 2.30pm-3.30pm Thursday Family Play Session-open to all (please call to confirm during the holidays) 1.00pm-3.00pm Friday Blidworth Oaks Toddler Group £1.00 per family (Term time only) 9.30am-11.00am Rhyme Time (Term time only) 2.00pm-3.00pm St Andrew’s Mission Hall Tues Bingo with Stephen Fox 2.00 - 3.30pm Tues 1st St Mary’s Brownies (term time only) Tel Kathy Straw 490920 5.30 - 7.00pm Wed Needlecraft Club 6.30 - 8.30 pm

Blidworth Doctor’s Surgery Wed Citizens’ Advice Bureau 9.30am Sherwood Forest Community Church Thu Art Class 2.00pm - 4.00pm Blidworth Methodist Church Thu Teen Drop in Club (11 - 15yrs) (Term time only) 6.00pm - 8.00pm Fri Toddler Church (Term time only) 10.30am - 11.00am Fri Parent Support Group (Term time only) 11.00am - 12.30pm The Drill Hall (New Rd) Mon/Wed Army Cadet Force 7.00 - 9.00pm Belle Vue Playing Field Tues/Thu FC Training (17+ new players welcome) 7.pm This page is yours to update with any local events that are taking place in the coming year. Please contact the Editor to leave your details and information entry.

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BLIDWORTH PATIENT PARTICIPATION (PPG) Blidworth Play with Pride at the Park - is now up and running and we are moving “Wow that was amazing” was the verdict forward to be directly involved in the development of Blidworth under 9’s football team as and monitoring of local Health Services in they left Pride Park, the home of Derby Blidworth. County, victorious in their knock out cup The practice now has a website: final. It’s the kind of experience any www.blidworthandravensheadssurgery.co.uk and football mad 9 year old dreams of: a the PPG is to have a Facebook page in the autumn chance to play in a stadium, use the to ensure all patients have access to health information locally. We do facilities and run out of the tunnel, and need to involve the younger members of our community and we want that is what awaited the boys after representation from those between the ages of 18 and 50, from all groups in proceeding undefeated through the knock our community to ensure we have equal representation for all. To ensure out stages of the Kick Start league’s all have the opportunity to attend, the group is now to meet later in equivalent of the FA Cup. evening to provide access to those at work or mothers who perhaps can be The semi final went all the way to involved later in the day, when care for children can be shared. penalties, but well taken penalties and great saves by the goal keeper, meant Blidworth Please remember at this time all of us can have a say in local Health Care Welfare under 9s were through to the final and planning a trip to Pride Park. provision, more so than previously and to ensure this we are doing a survey The parents hired a bus for the boys to travel together with their coach, just like the of local health care needs and to prioritise resourcing for the next two professionals do, and they played the best football they possibly could to win 3-1 against years. We need feedback from as many patients as possible and to ensure Drezden Colts. Well done boys, your Coach, parents and supporters have never felt so proud! this the short questionnaire can be completed on line, on the surgery website above. The form is also available at Blidworth & Ravenshead Surgeries at reception. Spending two minutes filling in this personal Kyle Chadburn, information will definitely make a difference to you and the community Kian Sketchley, locally as to what services are needed in the villages. We can then see what is a priority and projects for the future. PLEASE NOTE ALL INFORMATION IS Callum Burrows, CONFIDENTIAL. Should you need further information or advice please Joss Kowalski, contact the Practice Manager Sally Haywood on 795461 or speak to a doctor Dillon Hodgkinson, if you have an appointment. Lewis Godson, I hope now the people of Blidworth can see the value of having an active William Godson, role in health care development and monitoring. Being a member of the Joseph Parker. PPG is a new and unique role for patients’ involvement in the Mascot Reilly commissioning and development of the GP practice including exploring Hodginson, Coach ideas of other services on offer in Blidworth and Ravenshead. Scott Chadburn PLEASE NOTE Next meeting at Blidworth Surgery telephone 795461, Wednesday 20th July 7.30 to 8.30pm. For further information e-mail me [email protected] or telephone 01623797138

FRIENDS OF TIPPINGS WOOD. Blidworth & District Well at last some rain after the driest spring for a hundred years. Good Historical and Heritage for us but not so good for the farmers and the forest. The cherry trees Society are well laden but the lack of rain could stop the cherries getting very big. At our June meeting,32 members As ever, thanks to the community minded individuals who keep collecting and guests were present. the litter. And the mysterious mower of the compound! We‘re seeing There was a presentation on the more and more bike riders!! Are they all on a ‗Keep Fit‘ course? Much evening by our guest speaker Peter Hammond, who gave a better to cycle round Tippings Wood rather than on a static bike, going talk and displayed artefacts from the Victorian period. His nowhere and looking at nothing!! theme was "Middens and muck" which was very well received. The lupins are nearly finished but we now have the delight of the dog Also on the evening there was a display of old photographs of daisies in large swathes and the perfume of the rambling roses. One old Blidworth, accompanied by Bill Richards who could identify local resident is regularly taking photos so hopefully we will have ‗A Year most of the photographs from memory. in Tippings Wood‘ to look forward to. There have been more sightings of Member Gordon Turner has invited any interested members to the deer, although we haven‘t been lucky enough to catch up with them join him on a walk around the site of an ancient fort near to yet. Keep letting us know what you see as it helps us keep records of Oxton village. just how well the site is doing. Details of our society, which includes dates and events can be Anti social behaviour and damage to the site has calmed down but if you found on our website: should see anything that concerns you please report criminal damage to WWW. BLIDWORTHHISTORICALSOCIETY .CO.UK the non-emergency Police number on 0300 300 9999. They may not attend, but it is important to record any issues so that further action can The date of our next meeting is Tuesday July 5th at 7pm in be considered. Blidworth Methodist church. There will be a talk on Blidworth We are always looking for volunteers to rake up the cuttings and prune colliery "before and after the mine" Also there will be a back over hanging branches but through the summer months, the presentation and photographs of footpaths in the parish by two strimming season, we have no regular schedule as we have to take members of the society. advantage of the dry days. If you would like to join us for a day please ring mobile number 07950646620 to check where we are. If time permits there will be a continued display of old

Blidworth photographs. For further information contact the c/o Bob Clifford, Team Leader, Tippings Wood. secretary John Durkin on 430830.

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Farnsfield Parish Council http://www.farnsfield-pc.gov.uk/ BILSTHORPE TAXIS mailto:[email protected] LONG & SHORT DISTANCE  AIRPORT  STATIONS Contact the Council, The Village Centre, New Hill Farnsfield, Newark, Nott's NG22 8JN Tel: 07970 880479, Fax: 01623 882899 01623

Edwinstowe Parish Council Meetings: All take place in the Council Chambers at 7.00 p.m. 870356 Edwinstowe Parish Council, Village Hall, Mansfield Road Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, NG21 9NJ tel: 01623 824243 email: [email protected]

68 YEARS OF SERVICE Farnsfield Parish Council recognised the outstanding service of three Parish Councillors who retired at the recent May elections. Councillors Derek Jepson and Geoff Stafford each completed 20 years while Frank Reynolds had served 28 years on the Farnsfield Parish Council. The message of the three was how proud they had been to serve the village and urged the next generation of Councillors to step forward. They cautioned them not to expect lavish praise for jobs well done, but all remarked it had been enjoyable and fulfilling to have worked for the village on the council. Following the May elections Farnsfield welcomed two new Parish Councillors, Pete Smith and Lawrence Ward and will be co-opting one more. Anyone wishing to put themselves forward should contact the Clerk to the Council at the Village Centre on New Hill or speak with a council member. FARNSFIELD TENNIS CLUB Left to Right: Derek Jepson, Geoff Stafford, Matt COACHING SESSIONS AND TIMES Hamilton Chair Farnsfield PC and Frank Reynolds. SATURDAYS OPEN TO MEMBERS & NON MEMBERS 9.30 – 10.30 TOTS TENNIS 3-5 yrs 10.30-11.30 MINI TENNIS RED AND ORANGE 5-8 yrs 11.30– 12.30 MINI TENNIS GREEN 9YRS + TEENS What's on in Egmanton Village Hall ADULTS 12.30-1.30 Please contact the coach for further details Tuesday evenings 7:30pm - Yoga with Greg. WEDNESDAYS Wednesday mornings - 9:30am Photo processing skills, 11:30 4-5PM MINI TENNIS RED AND ORANGE 5-8 yrs photography skills. The processing course is no longer suitable for 5-6 PM MINI TENNIS GREEN 7-11yrs beginners, but there are a few spaces on the skills course with the 6-7PM JUNIOR IMPROVER 11-15yrs coming of summer and people taking breaks. These will be allocated 7-8PM JUNIOR IMPROVER LEVEL 2 11-15YRS first come, first served. Please call 01777 871171 to book or for CLUB NIGHTS details. MONDAYS 6- 8.30 PM LADIES See www.egmantonvillagehall.org.uk for further details WEDNESDAYS 4 -9.0 PM JUNIORS C/O Dik Allison THURSDAYS 6 - 8.30 PM MEN FRIDAY 6 - 8.30 PM MIXED SOCIAL

Farnsfield Village Centre FREE TRIAL SESSION ON A SATURDAY. Fun Songs Games, Stories, Crafts & Cakes Individual coaching can be arranged with the club coach: Matt The Churches of Farnsfield invite pre-school and Benford tel: 07960727656. Club chair: Lesley Healy 01623 882252 primary age children and their families to Check on the progress of the mini tennis red and orange teams, The junior Aegon teams and the Adult leagues on The Happening www.nottinghamshiretennis.net Every month in the Village Contact:01623 882214

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The Reluctant Gardener J JOYCE TREE & FENCING SERVICES At the time of writing the lack of rain is a major topic amongst gardeners and other growers, a  Trees Felled & Lopped hosepipe ban is threatened so it may be along summer of toting watering cans around the  Fencing Erected garden. Now is the time to collect herbs and  flowers to dry, I always collect lavender. Try 25 Years Experience and pick on a dry day when the flowers are fully  Professional & Fully Insured open and hang to dry in a cool airy place. Take cuttings - dianthus species plants such as  Property Left 'pinks' can be increased by taking cuttings this Clean & Tidy month. Also take cuttings from argyranthemums, hydrangeas, pelargoniums,  All Rubbish osteospermums and from non-flowering shoots of shrubs that have finished flowering such as ceonothus, philadelphus, forsythia, flowering Removed current, escallonia, weigela and lavender.  ALSO After the first flush of flowers give your roses some organic fertiliser. Doing this will help your roses produce a good second flush in late Hardwood summer. Remember to keep removing faded flowers. Spray your gooseberries with an insecticide to keep caterpillars, greenfly Logs for Sale and other insects at bay, if you haven‘t already picked them as everything seems so early this year. Looking ahead to later in the year, feed dahlias and chrysanthemums to CALL NOW FOR QUOTE: ensure plentiful flowers. Tel: 01623 7958789 Mob: 07974 856 775 C/O Sue Jackson, Avid Gardener & Broadcaster on Boundary Sound Discount for O.A.P.s

Robin Hood’s Sherwood — Maid Marian Early stories and ballads of Robin Hood feature a ―maid‖ or queen Holy place of Edwin‖ after that Robin ―pines‖ for as a means of building a good story for May the Saxon King Edwin Day celebrations. However these early ballads at about the 16th who was killed near Century often have grains of truth in them. In the performances, Cuckney (then called Marion would have been played by a male actor and it is hinted that Hatfield) and buried in a there is a parody, lewd in nature between Robin and Friar Tuck about clearing near the present Marion‘s honour. church in Sherwood Forest. Local people were It is thought that Marian (Marion) or Matilda (her real name) was the already calling him ―Saint‖ daughter of the Earl of Robert Fitzwalter or Sir Richard at the Lee. Edwin, possibly prompting Earl Robert had to flee England after attempting to assassinate King the building of a church. John. Marion would not have been a Fitzwilliam (son of.) but ―daughter of Robert‖. Legends claim that Matilda (Marian) was Another favoured courted by King John, but she rejected his advances. historical legend has

Popular myth has Marian as a ward of King Robin as the Earl of Huntingdon and that Matilda (Marian) and he Richard and that King John attempts to marry and she becomes the Countess of Huntingdon. It is known that arrange a marriage with Guy of the Fitzwalters‘ family tree has links to the Huntingdon family and Gisborne. She is often portrayed in this Robert was given castles that belonged to the Huntingdon earldom. guise and her court links enabled her to Related to Robert Fitzwalter was William de Lovetot, who became spy on the King and report this back to Lord of the Manor of Hallamshire and Loxley. We know Robin Hood Robin. Indeed the character in the 1938 as Robin of Loxley in some parts of the legend. film ―The Adventures of Robin Hood‖ is Searching for the real Marian is difficult as she is wrapped into the given the status of Ward and Robin (Errol Flynn) same legend as Robin and Sherwood. The love story has a romantic convinces her of the bad intent of Guy, King John and the Sheriff of tinge that appeals to everyone who enjoys our local myth. Nottingham. Olivia De-Havilland played the part and is regarded as the modern day depiction of the legendary character. (see photos). Andy (sub-editor) My local favourite legend is that Robin and Maid Marian were married Next Month— The final Chapter in this series in Edwinstowe St Mary‘s Church, sadly the present church is not old enough for this function, but there was a church from the days of King Article may not be entirely accurate due to historical differences, myths , John. In 1086 the Domesday book mentions Edenstou as a church legends and folklore references— contained on the internet. with priest and slaves. The present name of Edwinstowe means ―the

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Welcome to our business section of Business Breakfast The Sherwood Meeting & Do you feel like you are struggling on your own through the recession? Would you like to talk to people that face similar Start Up Support Group issues? Would you like to meet business people who have found solutions through sharing their problems? Do you want to gain business through building better business relationship? Next Meeting If so -No Nonsense Networking is the event for you? We are a Tuesday 12th July 2011 friendly, informative and inspirational group of local SME business people who have been meeting for over 5 years to support each 7.30 am—9 am other with our businesses. Many of us work together in business, having built up trust including light breakfast and relationships through the networking aspect of the group. No quick fixes! At our June meeting Michelle McAreavey, Project Manager at NBV Enterprise Solutions Meet Like Minded business people in your area

offered a short introduction into ‘Evolve Mentoring’ highlighting the benefits of having a supporting mentor for your business. Visit www.evolvementoring.co.uk for more details Come and join us at the friendly and informal Simon Meadows of Sterling Business Coaching offered a motivational, inspirational and No Nonsense Networking Group informative presentation entitled “Sterling’s Business Success Curve”. This very common sense approach to business whilst achieving fabulous results workshop can be found on Follow us on our Blog: the No Nonsense information site on www.nononsensejustnetworking.wordpress.com www.nononsensenetworking.wordpress.com

The group is held at the White Post Inn, Ollerton Road, Farnsfield on the second Tuesday To book please contact: Diane of every month. We warmly invite you to come along to our next meeting to be held on Carter, Chair on: 01623 795623 the 12th July. The agenda will be released shortly onto the information site. Membership is optional and you can come along as many times as you like as a guest. We would love Or email: diane@marathon- to meet you. marketing.co.uk Call Diane Carter; Chair on: 01623 795623 or email: [email protected]. www.nononsensejustnetworking.wordpress.com Diane Carter Editor of Marathon Media and Director of Marathon Marketing Co Ltd. NNN is a well established business group No formal dress code required

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Clem Turner Five ‘P’s for Effective Networking Hypnotherapy Clinic 1.Preparation  Why are you there and what are your objectives? Build business relationships. Gain new business  Find out the meeting agenda, costs, attendees, opportunities. Venue: The White Post Inn  Research into attendee’s businesses via website or local media or colleagues 2.Plan Ollerton Rd, Farnsfield  Ensure you have your promotional materials ready and up to date  Prepare a short ‘elevator pitch’ basically a one-minute introduction of your business (not always required but even on a one to one a good idea to have so people are clear

of the services and products you offer)  Make sure you keep the business cards you are given and follow up. Q. What is No Nonsense Networking?  ‘Cherry pick’ the right events for your business – many are free but your time isn’t! A. A group of local businesses who meet once a month 3.Persistence Q. What is the Purpose of the Group?  Effective networking is not a quick fix and people are easily put off by hard sell A. To meet like minded business people  Listen to other people and what they say about their businesses To form and build business relationship  Develop trust through building business relationships For fun, friendship and support  Regularly attended and be committed Q. Is there a Membership Fee?  Also join with attendees via social media to communicate in between A. Optional £25 Membership but no obligation to join! 4.Passion Q. What are the Membership Benefits?  You are going to be keen to tell everyone about your business but take it easy A.Numerous, including:  Always be passionate though – if you aren’t how can others 1.The opportunity to do a business presentation at the group  Always present your business in the best capacity 2.Low cost advertising within the NNN section of „The Sher-  Remember you have a few seconds for people to form an opinion of your business. wood‟ Tread carefully 5.Pace 3.FREE articles in NNN section of „The Sherwood‟  Networking takes time and costs – plan in your budget 4.FREE data of all members to promote your business  Choose the correct networking groups to benefit your business 5.Opportunity to place special offers/promotions on our informa-  Don’t forget you have to gain business and deliver – so don’t over-network tion site FREE  See networking as a great way to gain business in time and can take from 6 months – 6.And so many more 1 year or more – don’t quit! Q. WHY NOT COME ALONG ? A. WHY NOT!!! See you there! Networking is a fabulous way of making new contacts, sharing experiences, supporting each other and gaining a better understanding of the local business community.

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Family Procedure Rules 2010 – changes affecting divorce and separation

“Anyone considering divorce or separation should be aware of major changes to family court procedures from 6th April 2011”, says Lisa Turner, family lawyer at Tallents in Southwell. “The Family Procedure Rules 2010 have been made by the government in the hope that this will reduce the number of contested issues being dealt with my the courts, as children and money disputes will hopefully be settled during mediation instead.” She continues, “All divorcing or separating couples with disputes over children or financial issues will be referred to mediation before being allowed to go to court. “Couples will have to attend an initial discussion, known as a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting, to see if disputes can be settled more harmoniously than by entering into court proceedings. The new rules intend to save not only court time, but also reduce costs for clients.” The family law team at Tallents have significant experience in helping clients resolve child and financial matters arising from divorce or separation, as partner Andrew Stout is also a Collaborative Family Lawyer. In addition, all family law team members have been fully briefed on the recent changes. Lisa finishes, “At a very emotional time, we understand that clients want to reach an agreement that is fair for both sides and in the best interests of any children involved in the process. We work closely with our clients to reach an acceptable agreement without protracted and expensive court proceedings.” Lisa will be able to see clients at Tallents’ Southwell office by appointment, call 01636 813411 to discuss any issues you may have.

For more information, contact Tallents on 01636 671881 Tallents Solicitors, 3 Middlegate, Newark, www.tallents.co.uk

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As part of the council’s commitment to bring sustainable jobs and economic prosperity to Nottinghamshire, I have agreed to allocate resources to work with Nottingham City Council to build on the success of its “Invest in Nottingham” (IIN) brand. This decision to “county-fy” the Invest in Nottingham offer was made in recognition of the strong international profile enjoyed by Nottingham to potential investors, and of the added value Nottinghamshire as a whole could bring to that offer. As part of this project, we will be working with the City Council and district and borough councils across Nottinghamshire to identify and develop strategic themes to strengthen the Invest in Nottingham brand and to encourage inward investment in the county. Factors such as the attractiveness of available sites along the M1 corridor and the newly-widened A46 are expected to feature as part of the expanded Invest in Nottingham portfolio. Sherwood Regional Park is also expected to feature as part of this process. Sites such as Sherwood Energy Village will enhance the “green” credentials of the IIN brand and the international reputation of Sherwood Forest and its rural communities will further enhance the attractiveness of the IIN brand in terms of the Quality of Life offer to potential inward investors and as a tourist destination. By working together on the development of the IIN brand, we hope to build on the complementary strengths of the city and the county in order to make the area as a whole more attractive to international investors, bringing new and sustainable employment opportunities to the area as a whole, including Sherwood.

I will keep you up to date, through this newsletter, of the progress made by the team. Councillor Keith Girling, Nottinghamshire County Council

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Celebrating Women in Business.

Offering support, advice, guidance, information and motivation for all women in business and career minded ladies.

Featuring: Success Stories

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‘A day in the life of __’ Looking behind closed doors into the lives of busy local business ladies.

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It’s Women’s Business Club is proud to announce the following events for your diary:

Thursday 21st July—Ladies at Lunch at Lambs at the Market Nottingham Road. Mansfield. Time 12.30 pm Menus: Tapas, Dessert & Coffee £10. Limited spaces so ensure you book

Our last Business Lunch celebrated the IWB 1st Anniversary. The Ladies enjoyed a superb business lunch and topped off the celebration with a special cupcake sporting the IWB themed logo provided by BJ Bakery at Blidworth. See photo to the right.

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The latest news from your local Neighbourhood police Team for Blidworth and Rainworth.

PC Johnson and PCSO Deb Walker are both off work at the moment, so it has been left to me, PCSO John Arins, to update you of local issues that are happening in the Blidworth/Rainworth areas.

Number plate thefts. There has been an increase in the theft of number plates in the area, so could you please keep an eye out anyone acting suspiciously near parked vehicles. The increase we feel is partly due to the high cost of fuel as these stolen number plates are being fitted to similar vehicles which then fill up at a petrol station and then drive off without paying for the fuel.

Drinking on parks. It is getting to the time of year when underage youngsters tend to obtain alcohol and then drink on local parks creating problems for local residents. We can inform you that there will be an increase in patrols around the local parks and anyone caught drinking alcohol will have their alcohol confiscated. We would like to remind all local residents that both Blidworth and Rainworth are designated areas which means that no street drinking or drinking in public areas is allowed for people of any age.

Blidworth Woods on Rigg Lane, Haywood Oaks Park and Blidworth Bottoms Park. A Police Operation jointly with Newark & Sherwood District Council and the Forestry Commission is currently ongoing where posters have been erected and Officers are conducting high visibility patrols in each car park and will be available to speak with residents and visitors.

Nottinghamshire Police Summer Drug Driving Campaign. It is business as usual because no matter what time of year there will always be some drivers who show no regard for their own safety or the safety of other road users, these will be targeted and dealt with. The fine weather brings out the BBQs and accompanying booze. Then there are the drug users, just as anti social, just as lethal but not always obvious. If any vehicle is committing a moving traffic offence or involved in a collision the driver can expect to be breathalysed. If you have any suspicion that someone is driving under the influence of drink or drugs please call Nottinghamshire Police on 0300 300 99 99 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. You just may save someone‘s life !

Surgery. The date for the next police surgery in Blidworth is on Wednesday 20th July 10:00 at Rookwood Centre. This is an opportunity to discuss any issues or problems you may have in the area.

Thank you for taking the time to read our update, you may find appeals and other useful information on our Police website at www.nottinghamshire.police.uk

Crimestoppers. Working in partnership with the community and other organisations is an important part of policing, with communication being a key element of enabling us to address concerns and respond positively to issues. We understand that not everyone will talk directly to the police and should anyone approach you with information relating to any crime, we would be grateful if you could encourage them to contact 'Crimestoppers' on 0800 500 111 or via their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org to report the information

PCSO John Arins, Neighbourhood Police Team Blidworth Blidworth Contact Point , Dale Lane, Blidworth, Nott's Tel 0300 300 9999 ext 856 3370, Mobile 0759 5074258

Nottinghamshire Crimestoppers achieves significant rise in arrests and charges from information received

Nottinghamshire Crimestoppers has achieved a 44% per cent increase in arrests and charges along with a 4% increase in information received over the last year of April 2010 – March 2011, exceeding the national average increase for the charity. Glynn Gilfoyle, Chairman of Nottinghamshire Crimestoppers, said: “A huge thank you must go to the people of Nottinghamshire for using the charity to pass on information about crime. We’re extremely proud that Crimestoppers continues to play such a vital role in helping to make our local community a safer place to live. “I’d like to reassure the public that our service is completely anonymous and in the 23 years that the charity’s been running no one has ever been identified. The service is run for you, the public, to help make your community a safer place to live. We’re not part of the Police or government, we’re an independent charity, so by contacting us you’ll never have to give a statement to the Police or go to court.” Over the last year Nottinghamshire Crimestoppers has led a number of high-profile campaigns to tackle crimes affecting the area including the Rat on a Rat campaign which aimed to reduce drug related crimes. Nationally, the charity has achieved a one per cent increase in actionable information and a ten per cent increase in the number of people arrested and charged as a result of information passed to Crimestoppers. This shows that the quality of information Crimestoppers has received during the past year has been of high quality, whilst there is only a one per cent increase in information, many more individuals have been arrested as shown by the ten per cent increase year on year. Crimestoppers operates the 24/7 0800 555 111 telephone number for people to pass on information about crimes anonymously. Information can also be passed via the charity’s website www.crimestoppers-uk.org. C/O Sue Langley, East Midlands Regional Manager on 07818 567 696 or [email protected]

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Thought for the day: Local Church Services

Blidworth -St Mary's A man is walking along the beach and finds an old bottle. 1st & 3rd Sunday in month Holy Communion 9.15am He pulls out the cork and out pops a genie. 2nd & 4th Sunday in month Morning Worship 9.15am 'Thank you for freeing me from the bottle,' says the genie. 2nd Sunday in month Holy Communion 8.00am 'In return I will grant you three wishes.' Midweek - Wednesday Holy Communion 9.30am St Andrew's Mission 'Great' says the man. 'I've been thinking about this and I Monthly Last Saturday in month 10.00am Coffee Morning St Andrew's Mission know just what to ask for. First I would like a billion pounds 1st Sunday in month 12.30pm Holy Communion St Andrew's Mission in a Swiss bank account.' There was a flash of light and a piece of paper floats down with the account number on it. Rainworth -St Simon & St Jude 'Second, I would like a brand new Ferrari' 1st Sunday in month All Age Worship 10.30am There was another flash of light and the gleaming car 3rd Sunday in month Morning Worship 10.30am stood at the side of him. 2nd & 4th Sunday in month Holy Communion 10.30am 'Third, I want to be irresistible to women.' Midweek -Holy Communion Thursday 9.30am There is another flash of light and he turns into a box of chocolates. Monthly 1st Monday in month Holy Communion 7.00pm Be careful what you wish for - you just might get it!

Also wondered if you could put a community ad in for the Methodist Church Sunday Services summer fair at Rainworth church please: Morning Services Evening Services Blidworth 10:30am Blidworth 6.00pm Rainworth 10:30am Rainworth 6.00pm Rainworth St Simon & St Jude's Church Summer Fair. Farnsfield 10:15am Farnsfield 6.15pm Saturday16th July from 10.00am (raffle drawn at 1.00pm) Bilsthorpe 10.30am Any one wishing to have a stall please contact Anne Note: There are not evening services every week, please check the 01623 794132 notice boards for details. C/O Rev David Greenwood Methodist Minister thanks, Hazel Rev Hazel Robinson

Priest in Charge Blidworth & Rainworth

DARE Heading for Secondary Schools

Whilst DARE continues to work with young people in the Midlands and St George's Catholic Church, Rainworth elsewhere in Primary Schools in order Sunday Schools to help them develop suitable life skills CONFESSIONS St Patricks Nursery & Primary in a drug aware world, we are now 8.30 am - 8.50 am 01623 478090 poised to continue the good work in MASS- 9am All Saints Secondary Schools. Development of a programme for older children, called Keepin‟ it REAL, is well under way with a brand new DVD being produced by the RSA School in Weddings & Baptisms by Arrangement. Tipton together with Brunts school in Mansfield. This DVD will form Parish Priest: St Patricks, Forest Town the heart of the new programme which will help young people in the Tel: 01623 622705 www.stpatricksandstgeorge.org first years of secondary school to deal with the increased pressures that they face. We hope that schools will benefit from this programme in the Sherwood Forest Community Church Services latter half of the Autumn Term this year. Every Sunday 10.00 am Morning Worship Alongside this new programme, DARE have also produced a new Sherwood Forest Community Church – Weekly Events resource that will be free to download from our web site or will be Wednesday 9.30 – 11.30 am “Sunbeams” toddler group (Term time only) obtainable from us in DVD form, dealing with internet safety and „legal Thursday 2.00 – 4.00 pm Art class highs‟. This comes in the form of “The DARE Game” and is a Sherwood Forest Community Church – Sunday Services is June fascinating new approach. Watch out for this and also a complete Sunday 5th 10.00 am Morning Worship revamp of our web site, currently under way (www.dare-uk.org) Sunday 5th 6.00 pm “One” A time of praise and worship Finally, all you parents who have children about to go through the Sunday 12th 10.00 am Morning Worship DARE programme, there is always an opportunity at the beginning of Sunday 12th 5.00 pm Churches Together in Blidworth and Rainworth the sessions for you to receive a briefing about what your child will Tea and Family Service learn. Please take advantage of this. If you have not heard from your Sunday 19th 10.00 am ‘Father’s Day Family Service’ child‟s school about a parents‟ session, please contact them to ask when th it will take place. Sunday 26 10.00 am Morning Worship and Communion

To learn more about DARE and the work that it does, please telephone 0300 111 3273.

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