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Students hope for 04 a sniff of success Help save lives this Bank Holiday in Nottingham NHS Blood and Transplant is urging people to make appointments to donate blood ahead of August bank holiday weekend. At Nottingham Donor Centre only 62% of appointments are full for the week ahead of the bank holiday. It is important blood is collected all year round to maintain healthy levels as blood donations cannot be stockpiled. Each donation can save the lives of up to three people. Jon Latham, Assistant Director of Do- nor Relationship Services at NHS Blood Young Rangers and Transplant, said: “We are incredibly 12 group expands grateful to all our loyal donors who take time out of their busy schedules at this time of year, to help save and improve lives. “Please make the time to come along to donate at Nottingham Donor Centre, the To make an appointment at centre is conveniently located at Trinity Trinity Square, North Church Street, Square, North Church Street and donating blood is so quick and easy the whole ap“If Nottingham NG1 4BR by using the you have an appointment booked but can NHSGiveBlood app, by calling the no longer make it, please remember to Donor Line on 0300 123 23 23, or cancel it so we can reallocate the slot to visiting www.blood.co.uk someone else.” Tee off for charity 12 with the Mayor Tram staff trek for charity

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grid D 2 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 New Guardian TRAM STAFF TREK FOR MACMILLAN Mayor launches Joins the Flock Two treks have put by the charity to cancer Earlier this year, page has been set up See page 9 a tram team on track sufferers and their NET operator, Keolis where customers can to raise over £2200 families. Nottingham, signed a make donations and the new business for Macmillan. NET Sarah explained: 12-month partnership hikes have boosted the employees recently “I lost both my agreement with fundraising efforts to surgeries completed Macmillan grandparents to cancer Macmillan following the tune of £2,214. Cancer Support’s Peak and Macmillan offered a unanimous vote by Donations can Executive Mayor of Mansfield Andy Abrahams District Mighty Hike a huge amount of staff who chose the be made at: www. has officially launched a new initiative by and another ‘mini hike’ support, not only to organisation as their justgiving.com/ Mansfield District Council to offer local from the Phoenix Park them, but to us as ‘charity of the year’. fundraising/nottm- employers and traders advice at a series of free tram stop to Clifton family. Alongside A Just Giving trams-macmillan business surgeries. South.Seven staff took emotional support, The surgeries, which offer one-to-one part in the hikes, but particularly for my business health checks and help with business the fundraising efforts Mum, they provided FROM planning, were due to be held once a month but were of particularly practical help with THE due to the popularity, more dates have now been special significance finances, homecare COVER added. for one member of and hospital visits. Future surgeries will be held at the civic centre the team. Sarah Eley, “Macmillan staff on 5 September and 19 September with the first a Customer Service were always on hand to slot at 9.30am and the last one at 3.30pm. Advisor who took part answer any questions Andy Abrahams said: “I was really pleased in the Peak District in person and we’ll to see these surgeries get to work on supporting Mighty Hike, has be forever grateful for our local businesses. We hope they will forge first-hand experience their support at such a a sense of trust and collaboration between the of the support offered difficult time.” council and the wider business community and send out the message that we are here to help them thrive, succeed and grow.” The free independent advice sessions are Green light for new violence reduction unit held in partnership other local expert business Nottinghamshire Police multi-agency violence It aims to treat vio- with implementation and support organisations, including NBV and Crime Commis- reduction unit to fight lence as a public health pull together the neces- Enterprise Solutions, D2N2 Growth HUB and sioner Paddy Tip- serious violence across issue by responding to sary resources to launch the East Midlands Chamber of Commerce. ping has welcomed the county. the social, economic, Nottinghamshire’s first They also serve as a one-stop shop find official approval of The PCC was one and cultural problems ever dedicated unit to out about council services for the business plans to develop a new of 18 nationally to which are closely linked tackling serious violence. community. These include: receive a provisional to crime and taking a “One of the key pri- • grants and funding share of a £35m Home holistic approach to orities of the VRU is to • commercial property searches Office grant to establish ensure communities are steer young people away • planning matters a specialist team to more resilient, healthier from crime and violence • environmental health tackle violent crime and safer. Paddy Tipping by providing positive • business rates and prevent young said: “I’m delighted alternatives. Through • licensing people from turning to the Home Office has the new unit, we will • training and masterclasses violence. Nottingham- endorsed our plans for continue to utilise the • subscriptions to local business news and events shire submitted detailed the new VRU which resources within our • access to local business networks. plans for the new involved the professional communities including The surgeries are part of a wide strategy to £880,000 unit to the input and experience of a our experienced youth support business growth and regeneration in Home Office last month vast range of health and mentors and positive role the district and encourage inward investment and received confirma- criminal justice experts. models to create new in the district. To book a slot visit https://invest. tion this week the model With funding secured, opportunities for young ashfield-mansfield.com. has been approved. 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Marathon man joins local charity as ambassador Theatre & Concert Hall A Nottingham charity to a group of the chari- and its fund-raising run- ty’s runners who are tak- gets new Director ners received a major ing part in the half mara- See page 7 boost this week, when thon event. He said: “I double Paralympic 200m am very proud to be part Gold Medalist Richard of this wonderful team Whitehead MBE joined in an ambassadorial role them to offer advice and and to hopefully be able inspiration ahead of their to play a small part in participation in the forth- helping these runners to coming Ikano Bank Rob- perform at their best but in Hood Marathon. most importantly, to just In 2013, Richard and enjoy what is an incred- Michelle Daniels set up ible day.” the charity after their Jo Sharp, Operations daughter Emily was Manager at Forever Stars stillborn. They went on said: “We are over the to found Forever Stars in moon to have such an Emily’s memory. inspirational person as Their major focus in Richard joining the char- Mark Goldby, Richard Whitehead MBE, Madison Murden (7) from 2019 is the funding and ity as an ambassador. The Clifton who is running the mile challenge with her mum Debbie, creation of a Remem- timing really couldn’t Greg Simpson of Press For Attention PR, student midwife Ridda Ali brance Garden on High- be better for our team of and Rose Killingbeck. fields Park. runners who are all work- “Richard has taken on all of the runners feel ambassador and cannot Richard was on hand ing so hard to get to the so many challenges in like anything is possi- wait to be able to share to share advice and a start line and of course to his personal and sport- ble. We are very fortu- our own stories from the major dose of inspiration raise funds for us.” ing life and he has made nate to have him as an day with him.” New role to help tackle youth anti-social behaviour Mansfield District Council has from the Nottinghamshire Po- opportunities and activities. welcoming destination for both been awarded funding to help lice and Crime Commissioner “It will be an exciting and people who live in the area and tackle anti-social behaviour will be used to employ a Youth challenging new project with a those who visit or work in the involving young people in the Partnership Co-ordinator. diverse range of aims, not least district. district. Funding of £37,000 Cllr Amanda Fisher, Portfo- the reduction of anti-social Elaine Quince, the council’s lio Holder for Communities and behaviour. We hope a more Community Safety Manager, Wellbeing, said: “We want to collaborative approach with said: “There are other partners ensure that young people here experts in the various fields working in this field, including are inspired to be aspirational will result in more positive and volunteers and charities, but and are given the opportunity meaningful engagement with they are currently working in to reach their full potential and young people in this area.” isolation. What we hope to do to move away from gangs and The Youth Co-ordinator post is bring everyone together to anti-social behaviour. Our aim is expected to be appointed help affect real change.” is to try to prevent anti-social next month and funding for it More information is avail- behaviour happening in the first will last initially until the end able from the Community instance by ensuring our young of the financial year. It supports Safety team by emailing com- people have access to the right the council’s wider strategy of [email protected]. support and plenty of engaging making Mansfield a safe and uk or calling 01623 463185.

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Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s Agnes Kiemel presenting Directors Dr Jon Day and Dr Heleen A van de Weerd from Cerebrus Associates with their Wildlife Guardian certificate whilst meeting the conservation grazing sheep team at the Trust’s Besthorpe Nature Reserve. New guardian joins Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Conservation Flock Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has announced a new work carried out by the Trust, so it wasn’t a difficult Wildlife Guardian has joined its Business Partner- decision to show our support and become a business ships ‘conservation flock’. member.” Directors of Cerebrus Associates Dr Heleen van de Holly McCain, of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Weerd and Dr Jon Day, recently joined the Trust’s said: “We are delighted that Cerebrus Associates, Conservation Shepherd, Agnes Kiemel, at the Trust’s who are ambassadors for improving animal wel- Besthorpe Nature Reserve who showed them the fare in the farming and food sectors using the latest conservation grazing sheep, also referred to as the scientific research and agricultural practices, have ‘Flying Flock’ as they move from site to site grazing joined our charity as a Wildlife Guardian business to improve the habitat for wildlife. member.” Heleen van de Weerd, Cerebrus Associates Direc- The support of Cerebrus Associates will enable tor, said: “We are really passionate about animal wel- Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust to create and restore fare and developing policies for businesses and the more habitat for wildlife including using traditional government based on scientific research. Our busi- Herdwick and Hebredian sheep breeds as a low-im- ness activities compliment the wildlife conservation pact method of grazing its nature reserves. Edwalton Day Nursery celebrates second Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ rating Edwalton Day Nursery in Nottingham is celebrating ‘two in a row’ following another Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ inspection report praising the staff team for achieving the “highest possible levels of care and education”. In the glowing report, teaching at the Melton Road day nursery was described as ‘highly effective’; the focus on learning as “excellent” and school readiness training sessions for parents as an example of the ‘high successful partnership’ that exists to ensure children realise their full potential. Edwalton Day Nursery Manager, Sarah Johnson, said: “We couldn’t be more proud or delighted but we won’t be resting on our laurels; the drive to improve on excellence continues with my wonderful team of dedicated professionals and our incredibly supportive nursery parents working together to give our children the best possible start in life.” Edwalton holds the ‘Food for Life Served Here’ Silver Award because children are not only served high-quality; ethically sourced, home-cooked meals and snacks, they are also learning about the foods that support healthy growth and development. Taking outdoor play and learning to a new level in the large and imaginatively designed garden – described as ‘highly stimulating’ in the inspection report - Edwalton holds the prestigious Eco-Schools ‘Green Flag Award’ for exceptional environmental awareness and conservation Childline gets rising number of calls on exam results A growing number of young In the charity’s Nottingham getting results. people are turning to Childline, base, 106 counselling sessions Peter Wanless, NSPCC chief deeply worried about their were delivered. executive said: “We know that exam results. In 2018/19, the Reasons for young people waiting for and receiving exam NSPCC-run service delivered seeking help from Childline results can be a difficult time for 1,414 counselling sessions include worries about whether young people, but they should to children and teenagers they will get the grades they never feel like they have to deal apprehensive about their grades need to get into university and with these worries alone. – rising by more than a half over not wanting to let down their “Reaching out to a parent, the past four years. Concern teachers and parents. teacher or by contacting us at peaked in August, with a fifth of Children and teenagers also Childline will hopefully put counselling sessions taking place told counsellors they felt worked things in perspective and make during the month when young up and on edge, with some them feel more positive about people receive their A-Level and saying they were not able to receiving their exam results and GCSE results. sleep because of the stress of what comes next.” 10 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879

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Brits are also for the Nottingham of their life talking times a day, lasting an more likely to bring up Hospitals Charity. Local about the weather, it has average of two minutes the weather when it’s golfers across the emerged. and 46 seconds on each unexpectedly hot – and Borough are invited Research revealed a occasion, adding up to 27 per cent think they to join Councillor resounding 84 per cent the whopping lifetime feel more positive when thermostats and first discussion Michael Brown for the of the nation admitted figure. The nation’s it is cold and sunny. apps to help us about whether tournament in aid of to a love of discussing obsession with talking The study was maintain tempera- it’s hot or cold by the Trent Cardiac Unit. the ever-changing cli- about the temperature conducted by Britain’s ture control in our exactly 09:47 in Last year 21 teams mate. According to the has also now spread first ever next-day-de- surroundings. the morning, most of golfers raised over to conversations with livery air conditioning “It’s no wonder we frequently to col- £1,500 for charity household tech devices. and boiler installers, are so fascinated by leagues after arriving and this year they are Of those who own a BOXT, whose CEO, the weather and how at work. Twenty seven hoping to beat that device with a voice Andy Kerr said: we can influence our per cent like to discuss total. The event takes assistant, one third get “Improving technol- environment through the effect it’s having place at Chilwell their daily fix from ogy has increased our technology to make on their sleep, and one Manor Golf Club on chatting to voice-acti- temptation to wax lyri- sure we are prepared in five are compelled Friday 20 September. vated services on the cal about the weather, for what is forecast.” to complain when their Tickets cost £40 phones or gadgets in from improved On average, those house feels too hot in and are on sale from their homes, querying forecasts, to automated polled will have their the sun. the civic office for the event. Golfers will receive bacon Young Rangers programme is a big success sandwiches and a Nottinghamshire Wildlife cies, later releasing them sessions allow me to gain one-course carvery Trust is so pleased with back where they were skills that will enable me along with a chance the success of its Young found. In total nine spe- to stand out in my appli- to win the prize for Rangers programme at cies were identified in- cation.” the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Idle Valley Nature Re- cluding meadow brown, The Trust is looking place teams, the prize serve near Retford it is gatekeeper, common for more young people for getting nearest the keen to expand the group. blue, speckled wood, red to join them and work pin or the prize for the The group, which now admiral and small skip- as a team. The charity longest drive. includes two sets of tri- per. The group also saw welcomes people that are Businesses are plets, is for young people lots of dragonflies and looking to collect hours invited to sponsor aged between 13 and 18 damselfly and identified for their Duke of Edin- one of the 18 holes for years old. Georgia and banded demoiselle and a burgh award, and like £30 in support of the James White are two of a common blue damselfly. Georgia, who are look- Mayor’s charity. set of triplets registered on Georgia stated: “What ing to study an ecology For more information the programme. Georgia I love about the Young or conservation course at contact Broxtowe White was the very first Rangers programme is university and are keen Borough Council on Young Ranger at Idle Val- that it allows me to have to demonstrate practical 0115 917 3210, email ley and it was her brother physical experience in a and volunteer experi- Tee off [email protected] James’ first session. career that I hope to have ence. For more informa- or visit www.broxtowe. Supported by Ranger in the future. Also, cur- tion then please go online for charity gov.uk/civic. Charleen Case, they rently applying for Ecol- to www.nottingham- James and Georgia White, Idle Valley spotted, caught and iden- ogy and Conservation shirewildlife.org/young- Young Rangers. Photo: Emma Osborne tified a number of spe- Biology at university, the rangers E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 NottinghamshireinFOCUS 13 14 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 Parents steer kids away from creative careers Parents are trying to steer their children away from pursuing lucrative 21st century careers, because they don’t understand the opportunities, a study shows. New research has revealed that despite the creative industries being one of the fastest growing sectors, with an estimated two million jobs available, there is still a sentiment from parents that they would not be happy if their child chose to pursue a creative career. The poll of 1,000 parents of under 18 year olds was commissioned by Escape Studios. When asked which degrees would be most valu- able from a lifelong career perspective – parents identified as their top three choices – computing (13%), medicine (12%) and engineering (11%). The arts ranked last at 2%. Due to parents’ lack of understanding of the career options available within the creative industries, almost half said they would try to influence the degree their teenager chooses to study at university. Dads (49%) are more likely to influence this than mums (39%). Parents stated that they would be happier if their children opted for career paths such as training to become an engineer (29%), a doctor (37%) or a scientist (23%), while the most disliked future career paths were identified as social media influencer (35%), bloggers (31%) and gamers (27%). Only 8% of parents wanted their child to pursue being a visual effects artist or animator, even though the creative industries can offer many lucrative job opportunities. Forecasts predict the UK could create up to 1 million new jobs in the sector by 2030. School’s out! Turn to page 19 for things to do and places to go... E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 NottinghamshireinFOCUS 15

house move stressful as they can become attached to Top tips for a stress-free move for pets where they live. At your new house, keep your cat indoors for a minimum of two to three weeks before Barratt and David Wilson Homes has teamed up Reduce stressful situations letting them out. with the UK’s leading animal charity the RSPCA to Try to keep your pet away from the all the commotion “This gives them time to get to become familiar provide pet owners with advice on making moving of the packing, unpacking, moving and cleaning to with the new house. When you first let them out home as stress-free as possible for their animals. help reduce their stress. make sure it’s before their meal time - if they are Dr Jane Tyson, Companion Animals Expert at the hungry you should be able to call them back for their RSPCA, said: “Moving house can be a stressful time favourite food. Let them go out for short periods to for everyone, and that can include pets as they get Ask your vet about calming products start with and build this up, as this will allow your cat used to settling into their new home. If to become more confident. you have a pet and are moving house, Speak to your vet about artificial pheromone “With dogs, as it is a legal requirement to have we strongly suggest that you plan ahead products, for example Feliway for cats your dog microchipped, it is so important to make and take the time to think about the best and Adaptil for dogs – these may help to sure you update your way to move your pet in a way which will make your pet feel more secure and settled address details on the minimise as much stress as possible.” Here in their new home. are the RSPCA’s top five tips for a happy microchipping data- move: Update your details base. On moving day, Update your contact details with your pet pack all your dog’s Plan your journey insurers, vets, microchip and any ID things – including food Make sure your pets are fit to travel tags. You may need to register with a and water bowls, food, and if in any doubt, contact your vet. new vet, depending on how far you are bed and toys – into one If you own an animal that is pregnant, moving. clearly-labelled box so seek advice from a vet before that you can find it eas- transporting her. Plan your route to Keep a routine ily when you arrive at minimise journey time and maintain When in the new house, try to your new home. Getting suitable comfort and environmental keep to the same routine with your out things that they are conditions. Never leave an animal pets as you had in your previous home. familiar with will help unattended in a vehicle. Jane continued: “Cats in particular may find a minimise their stress.”

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YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT. Credit is secured against your home. *Subject to status, Help to Buy Terms & be available in conjunction with any other offer. For full terms and conditions please visit lindenhomes.co.uk/schemes/part-exchange. ‡Assisted Move is available on selected new Linden homes only. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Conditions and available on selected properties in England only. Eligible applicants will be offered an equity loan up to a maximum of 20% of the purchase price (based on the open market value). Applicants are required to fund at least 80% of Assisted Move and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. Assisted Move may not be available in conjunction with any other offer. For full terms and conditions please visit lindenhomes.co.uk/schemes/assisted-move. Photographs and the purchase price by means of a conventional mortgage, savings/deposit where required. The equity loan is provided by Homes England and held as a second charge. This offer is not available in conjunction with any other promotion. Full details Computer generated images show typical Linden homes at Wilford Fields. Interior may include optional upgrades or extras available at additional cost. Prices and details correct at time of going to press. will be provided on request. †Part Exchange is available on selected Linden homes only. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Part Exchange of your current home and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. Part Exchange may not E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 NottinghamshireinFOCUS 17 WEST BRIDGFORD NG2 7RP National strength, locally delivered.

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YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT. Credit is secured against your home. *Subject to status, Help to Buy Terms & be available in conjunction with any other offer. For full terms and conditions please visit lindenhomes.co.uk/schemes/part-exchange. ‡Assisted Move is available on selected new Linden homes only. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Conditions and available on selected properties in England only. Eligible applicants will be offered an equity loan up to a maximum of 20% of the purchase price (based on the open market value). Applicants are required to fund at least 80% of Assisted Move and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. Assisted Move may not be available in conjunction with any other offer. For full terms and conditions please visit lindenhomes.co.uk/schemes/assisted-move. Photographs and the purchase price by means of a conventional mortgage, savings/deposit where required. The equity loan is provided by Homes England and held as a second charge. This offer is not available in conjunction with any other promotion. Full details Computer generated images show typical Linden homes at Wilford Fields. Interior may include optional upgrades or extras available at additional cost. Prices and details correct at time of going to press. will be provided on request. †Part Exchange is available on selected Linden homes only. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Part Exchange of your current home and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. Part Exchange may not 18 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879

We often think about improvements to our homes in terms of redecoration or new SAFE AS furniture – but home security should also be top of our list. By taking just a few HOUSES sensible – and often • Keep ladders and inexpensive – steps we tools stored away; can ensure our homes don’t leave them are as safe as possible. outside where they • Improve natural passports) in a secure Here are just a few could be used to surveillance at the place. helpful safety tips: break into your home front of your property • Mark your property • Always lock doors • Ensure side gates by trimming hedges. with your postcode and windows when are locked to prevent • Remove valuables and house number you leave the house – access to the rear of from view of ground • Think of joining even if you are only the property floor windows or starting a out in the garden • Ensure rear fencing is • Store any high value Neighbourhood (even just pegging in good repair items (jewellery, Watch scheme. out washing). • Hide all keys, including car keys, out of sight and away from your letterbox (remember thieves can push a hook through the letterbox if they see keys on show near your front door). • Think of installing a burglar alarm (just the sight of an alarm box on the outside of your home can make a burglar think twice about trying to break in). • Install outdoor lighting • Get a trusted neighbour to keep an eye on your property if you are going away or when you are at work. • Leave radios or lights in your house on a timer to make the property appear occupied • Make sure the fences around your garden are in good condition • Secure bikes by locking them to an immoveable object or keep them in a shed or garage.

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Team GB, Ice Hockey amazing volunteers ing all the challenges environment and these sign up - just turn up on UK and Nottingham’s known as I Am Team - skating, puck control, taster sessions will be the day for a fun after- National Ice Centre GB Games Makers. passing, shooting and available throughout the noon. Activities open (NIC) are teaming up to The event taking 1v1 - everyone can have afternoon.” from 4pm on Saturday offer the chance to go place at the NIC will a sense of achievement There is no need to 24th August. ice-skating and play ice include an ice hockey of becoming a hockey hockey for free. taster session, off-ice master. Inspired by the skills challenge and “All the challenges achievements of Team family skating session - have been specifically GB athletes and the all free of charge. designed to be simple amazing efforts of local Ryan Rathbone, whilst giving people a community heroes, I sports development taste of the sport. There Am Team GB have cre- officer at the NIC, said: will also be a free fam- ated the nation’s biggest “The events taking ily skating session from sports day, taking place place at the National 5:30pm to 7pm and we on Saturday 24 August. Ice Centre will include will also be offering There will be an off-ice skills chal- a series of ice hockey hundreds of free and lenge, enabling anyone taster sessions. This will fun activities across to become a hockey allow people to try ice the country, put on by master. By complet- hockey in a fun and safe

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its ancient trees and the wildlife that lives amongst The story of Sherwood them, to its deep history and stories of fabled characters. Sherwood Forest has many tales to tell and you can The walks are suitable for children from the find out more during a guided walk with one of the age of 6, but dogs are no allowed because of the forest’s knowledgeable guides. sensitivity of the wildlife in the forest. Organised by the RSPB, the walks last Dates and times: approximately 90 minutes starting at the visitor 14:00-15:30 on Fridays: August 23 & 30. centre and ending at the Major Oak. 11:30-13:00 on Sundays: August 25 & Sept 1. Learn how Sherwood has been shaped over For costs and further information go to: https:// thousands of years by natural and human forces www.visitsherwood.co.uk/event/the-story-of- to become the iconic place we know today. From sherwood-guided-walk/

Alpacas are on hand to greet you at Floralands Enjoy some fun days out with the kids Brilliant badge Farm Park. If you are looking for some The farm is heaven for Water Meadows Sundown making event at fun things to do with kids animal lovers of all ages before the school holidays with donkeys, pigs, sheep, – Mansfield Adventureland Gedling Library end, then here are just a pygmy goats and alpacas on The Water Meadows pool – Retford few places to visit across hand to greet visitors. There is a fun place to spend The theme park is built The team at Gedling Library Nottinghamshire: are also daily animal feeding time with the children. It especially to make will be celebrating the end of sessions, giving you a chance includes three water rides, amusement rides accessible this year’s Summer Reading Floralands to get close to your favourite a wave machine, rapids and to children under the age of Challenge with a badge making animals. water cannon. 10. Hop aboard the Jolly event on Thursday 5 September. Farm Park – Children can also have There are Pirate Boat Ride, search The free event takes place Lambley a go on the pedal cars and also swim- for your favourite from 2pm to 6pm at the library If you are looking for enjoy time in the play area, ming Sherwood Forest hero and gives children to go along somewhere to enjoy the complete with swings and classes on the Robin Hood and make a badge to celebrate. peace and quiet of the slides. for all train ride, take a There is also a picture country then Floralands The farm is on Catfoot ages and Tractor Ride, or learn colouring event for younger Farm Park may be just the Lane in Lambley. Tel: 0115 abilities to drive at Monkey children. The event is suitable place for you. 9268137 available. Mayhem Driving School for children of three and above. Water – that’s just a small taste There is no need to book, just Sundown Adventureland Meadows is of fun activities available. turn up on the day. For any situated on Bath Street Sundown Adventureland is enquiries call 01623 677 200 or in Mansfield. Tel: 0345 on Tresell Road, Rampton. email [email protected] 0000232 Tel: 01777 248274.

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Have fun New & Used There lots to see and do over the summer at competitions and other fun activities. Based in Pink Pig Farm in Lincolnshire. There will Holme near Scunthorpe, the farm is also home at Pink Mobility Scooters be a series of special themed events running to the Greedy Pig Café, so visitors can enjoy until the beginning of September to entertain a well-earned refreshment break. To find out Pig Farm Servicing £35 the children. Visitors can meet the farmyard what’s on over the school holidays visit the Pick up & animals, take tractor rides and enjoy an animal website at www.pinkpigfarm.co.uk or trail and well as taking part in a variety of call 01724 844466. delivery service Free battery test Visit Boultham Park Free advice FREE INSURANCE Just south of Lincoln is the beautiful 50-acre Boultham Park. Once a private estate it has been lovingly restored and is now open to the public, featuring with every mobility a lake and children’s playground which has been designed by local children. scooter purchase There is also lots of local wildlife to discover around the lake and in the park. For more information visit the website www.boulthampark.co.uk We also sell batteries for Motorcycle, Quad Bike, Scooter, Jetski & Golf Trolley 177 Roman Bank, Skegness PE25 1SD 01754 872898 [email protected] 24 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 NottinghamshireinFOCUS 25

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The Asylum Steampunk Festi- bassy at the Cathedral Centre val, one of the biggest annual are free and open to the public. events in Lincoln, is this year At the Cathedral Centre Kustom Kulture being held over August Bank visitors will find exhibitions, Holiday weekend (August talks, authors, artists and 23-26). The festival combines members of the steampunk Blastoff 10 kicks- art, literature, music, fashion, community on hand to answer comedy and family fun. At- questions. tractions at the festival are There is also a chance to off in style divided between free events, watch a steampunk parade Kustom Kulture Blastoff is packed full of eye-popping sights, glamour, ticket-only entry and wrist- through the Bailgate for free. colour and sheer visual delights to shock and inspire. bands which cover all of the The steampunk promenade The event takes place from 31 August to 1 September at Lincolnshire main day features. will take place along Bail- Showground in Lincoln. The Bazaar Eclectica, a gate on Monday, August 26 Hot rods, classic cars, trucks and more stretch as far as the eye can see. steampunk market of weird at 10am - wristbands are re- Owners invest in tricking out their ride to reflect their personality, with and wonderful items in Castle quired to take part but specta- themes ranging from Hollywood icons, to intricate designs and gold leaf Hill and the Steampunk Em- tors are welcome for free. work, to cartoon heroes. New for 2019 is Scooterama, a dedicated scooter village full of show-stopping, tricked-out beauties, including must-see special guest Dave Dickinson (DDK Airbrush). KKBO gives visitors the opportunity to experience, develop and learn. Choose from a ‘Have a Go’ airbrush and graffiti sessions, paint technique and sign writing demonstrations and beauty appointments. LINCOLN STEAMPUNK FESTIVAL The entertainment keeps on pumping with tonnes of live bands and resident DJs. The main marquee takes you back to the 50’s with rock & roll and rockabilly all weekend long. Don’t miss guest act The Blues Review Band, as well as the fantastic burlesque show. Whether you are taking a show-stopping kustom of your own or going to view the spectacle and get inspiration you will receive a warm welcome. For tickets visit https://www.kustomkultureblastoff.com/

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Latest figures show that footfall is up 10% at The Cornerhouse in Nottingham, with nearly half a million visitors between April and June of this year. Footfall up 10% at The busiest time during this period was the last week in April with the opening of the new Avengers - movie, Endgame. Cineworld hosted several sell- The Cornerhouse out midnight showings with over 3,000 customers visiting the venue during that week alone.

The new Ginsecco bar, which opened its doors in June, also boosted these figures with visitors trying out high-end Gin and Prosecco cocktails while taking in soaring views of the Nottingham skyline. Charlie Truman, centre executive at The Cornerhouse, said: “It’s been a great few months with many people basking in the sunshine on the rooftop at Alto and at our venues along Forman Street. The likes of The Lost City Adventure Golf and FunStation also continue to be popular attractions particularly with students and families. “As we are now in full swing into the summer holidays we have some big family films to look out for including Horrible Histories, Playmobil and Dora and the Lost City of Gold, which will attract the younger audience.” For more information on The Cornerhouse go to www.cornerhousenottingham.co.uk. Event Rooms Air Hall It’s a boy at Twycross! BBQs Buffets Terrace Since their romantic first date on Valentine’s Day this year, Twycross Zoo’s Afternoon Teas Victoria Crowned Pigeons, Pidge and Victoria’s relationship has gone from strength to strength, so much so that they have had their first chick together Coffee Shop & Tea Room – a boy called PJ. Named by his dedicated keepers, the healthy new arrival is doing well Available for Conferences and has even been spotted leaving his nest to explore his home in the tropi- Wedding Receptions, cal Butterfly Forest. Well known by the zoo keepers, Dad Pidge (9) is quite the cheeky chap and has been nesting at the zoo since 2014. Victoria (2) Private Parties, Funerals has been living with Pidge in the midland zoo’s Butterfly Forest since last September. Classed as Near Vulnerable on the International Union for the Conser- Hall Drive, Staveley, Chesterfield S43 3TN Tel: 01246 385200 vation of Nature’s (IUCN) Red List, the Victoria crowned pigeons are the All enquires to [email protected] largest of their breed and clearly know how to ruffle a few feathers with their striking royal blue features and high intelligence levels. www.staveleyhall.co.uk For more information go to www.twycrosszoo.org 28 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879

Step into Robin Hood’s world The Robin Hood Pageant, now 2 September. This unique and in its 38th year, has been com- highly immersive experience pletely re-imagined for 2019 and will see the grounds of the his- will be staged in a forest setting toric Newstead Abbey trans- close to the historic Newstead formed into a recreation of 12th Abbey for the first time ever century Nottingham, filled with whilst the Nottingham Castle is the sights, sounds and smells undergoing its £30m re- of Robin Hood’s time development. and offering the chance The spectacular event to come face-to-face will be themed around the with medieval minstrels, power struggle between artisans and colourful Nottingham’s best-loved characters, including the outlaw and his arch-nem- legendary Robin Hood esis, the Sheriff of Not- himself. tingham. It will offer a diverse The aim is to depict the life programme of entertainment and times of Nottingham’s including dramatic medieval re- iconic hero and some of the real enactments, a wealth of costumed historical figures of the time in a WALLOP! period characters, historic dem- captivating and historically ac- onstrations, hands-on activities, curate manner, celebrating the Rob’s in town theatre and much more. legend and keeping it alive for The Pageant takes place on future generations. Discounted Rob Beckett is back on tour with a brand-new Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 Oc- early bird tickets are available stand-up show WALLOP! It will be coming to tober 2019 from 11am to 4pm, now from Visit Nottinghamshire Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall on Wednesday and discounted early bird tickets – What’s On until Monday 2 6 November. will be available until Monday September. Besides hosting BBC One’s All Together Now and being team captain on Channel 4’s 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Rob has appeared on: BBC One’s Live At The Apollo and Would I Lie To You?, Channel 4’s 8 Out First-ever Party in the Square for Retford Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, BBC Two’s Mock This weekend will event, which has been organised act Mercury, vocal harmony the event has something for all The Week, ITV2’s Celebrity Juice, and Sky’s A see the first-ever by the North Notts BID and will group The Bowkers, The Little ages and every taste; it’s a great League of Their Own. Rob hosted this year’s Com- Party in the Square bring together headline acts, trib- Mix show and soul-funk outfit opportunity for local businesses ic Relief and last year’s Children in Need. Other TV in Retford on Bank ute bands and local musicians to Ginny Brown and the Collective. to shout about what the area is all appearances include The Jonathan Ross Show, The Holiday Sunday help promote the town and the Sally Gillborn, chief executive about.” Graham Norton Show, All Round To Mrs Browns, (August 25). local area. Hosted by North Notts of North Notts BID, said: “We’re The event takes place in Ret- Taskmaster, Hypothetical, The Royal Variety Per- Singer and newly- BID’s ambassador Joe Sentance really looking forward to bring- ford market square from 2pm to formance and Michael McIntyre’s Big Show. announced Hollyoaks and presenters from Trax FM, the ing in the crowds and celebrat- 7.30pm. To find out more about For more information go to www.trch.co.uk or star Jake Quickenden show will see performances from ing the great town of Retford. the events run by North Notts call the Box Office on 0115 9895555. will headline the free world-renowned Queen tribute There’s such a range of acts that BID visit northnottsbid.co.uk. E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879 NottinghamshireinFOCUS 29

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Nottingham MP visits rehabilitation centre Lilian Greenwood, MP for Nottingham South, vis- ited Queen’s Medical Centre (QMC), part of Not- tingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH), to meet the team that helps to rehabilitate children and young people who are recovering from brain injuries. The service offered by the BRILL (Brain Injury Living Life) Team is the first of its kind in the UK and offers bespoke packages of care for children following acquired or traumatic brain injury. Providing early intensive rehabilitation, the service also provides supported discharge so that children can continue to improve at home in their own environment. Entries for NUH awards close this week The BRILL team is made up of ten Physiotherapists, Occupa- Entries close this week for nominations tional Therapists, a Consult- for your hospital heroes for Notting- The service ant, a speech and language ham University Hospitals NHS Trust’s offered by the therapist, and a Clinical (NUH) annual staff awards. Health Care Assistant Liz Redworth BRILL (Brain Injury Psychologist. QMC is a regional has been nominated for Fundraiser of the Living Life) Team specialist centre for neu- Year. She was praised by her colleague is the first of its roscience for the East Jack Kelliher, who said: “Liz has spent kind in the UK Midlands, and therefore over 20 years helping NUH with her the majority of young peo- fund raising and charity work. ple in the region begin their “Whether it’s cake sales for Father’s neuro rehabilitation with the team. day, Mother’s day, Christmas, Easter Health Care Assistant Liz Redworth Last year, the BRILL team received over 70 refer- and more, Liz goes above and beyond to has been nominated for Fundraiser rals from across the region. raise funds for charity and for the ward of the Year Lilian recently spoke about childhood acquired allowing us to purchase new equipment brain injury (ABI) neurorehabilitation in Parliament, which has gone a long way to further en- money raised goes straight to purchasing where she praised Nottingham’s BRILL Team for hancing patient care.” new equipment for the department” setting the standard for children’s neurorehabilita- Liz Redworth said: “I’m delighted to The Team NUH awards are supported tion services in the region. be nominated for the Fundraiser of the and funded by Nottingham Hospitals Following a tour of the facilities Lilian comment- Year Award, it’s an honour and a privi- Charity. Nominations are open until 23 ed: “The BRILL Team is an incredible team that’s lege to be recognised, and a pleasant sur- August, so if you or a loved one has obviously making a huge difference to patients and prise to know my colleagues think so received great care or had a positive ex- families across the East Midlands. highly of me! perience with a member of staff you can “To see the work that they do for children and “I organise a range of fundraisers ranging nominate them for the recognition they their families is fantastic. I’m in awe hearing from from raffles, tombola, cake sales and I deserve. patients and families first-hand about the difference enjoy making knitted toys for Christmas To make a nomination go to: https:// that the team is making.” and decorations for the wards. All the www.nuh.nhs.uk/teamnuhawards Nottsin FOCUS To advertise in these pages please call our Sales Team 01159 313879 32 NottinghamshireinFOCUS E: [email protected] n Tel: 01159 313879