The Grill Master’s Guide: Selecting the Right Barbecue for Your Space

A barbecue is more than just a cooking appliance; it’s the centrepiece of outdoor entertainment and the heart of any garden gathering. Whether you’re a seasoned grill master or a novice looking to hone your skills, selecting the right bbqs and grills can transform your outdoor space and your culinary creations. Here’s your ultimate guide to choosing the perfect barbecue for your garden.

Understanding Your Space

Before diving into the different types of bbqs and grills, it’s essential to understand the dimensions and layout of your outdoor area. Measure the space where you plan to place your barbecue to ensure it fits comfortably without crowding the area. Consider the flow of movement and accessibility to make sure your setup is both practical and stylish. You should also consider the type of BBQ set up you’re hoping for? Do you want a simple place to BBQ your burgers and move to another area or do you want a BBQ that offers placement either side for plates and dishes as well as space for accessories? 

Types of BBQs and Grills

There are various types of bbqs and grills, each offering unique benefits. Here’s a detailed look at the most popular options to help you make an informed decision:

Charcoal BBQs

Charcoal bbqs are beloved for their ability to impart a rich, smoky flavour to food. They are perfect for traditionalists who enjoy the process of building and maintaining a fire.

Advantages:

  • Rich, smoky flavour
  • Typically more affordable
  • Portable options available

Disadvantages:

  • Longer heat-up time
  • Requires more cleanup

Gas BBQs

Gas bbqs are popular for their convenience and efficiency. They heat up quickly and allow for precise temperature control, making them ideal for those who enjoy hassle-free cooking.

Advantages:

  • Quick heat-up time
  • Easy temperature control
  • Minimal cleanup

Disadvantages:

  • Typically more expensive
  • Lacks the smoky flavour of charcoal

Electric Grills

Electric grills are perfect for those with limited outdoor space or where open flames are not permitted. They are easy to use and require an electrical outlet.

Advantages:

  • Suitable for small spaces
  • Easy to use and clean
  • No need for fuel storage

Disadvantages:

  • Requires an electrical outlet
  • Lacks traditional BBQ flavour

Portable BBQs

Portable bbqs are designed for those who love grilling on the go. They are lightweight and compact, making them perfect for picnics, camping trips, or small outdoor spaces.

Advantages:

  • Highly portable
  • Easy to store
  • Versatile use

Disadvantages:

  • Smaller cooking area
  • Limited features

Features to Consider On Your BBQs And Grills

When selecting a barbecue, consider additional features that can enhance your grilling experience:

Cooking Surface

The size of the cooking surface determines how much food you can cook at once. Ensure the barbecue you choose has enough space to accommodate your typical cooking needs. A large BBQ grill will mean an expansive cooking area, perfect for hosting large gatherings.

Temperature Control

Accurate temperature control is crucial for perfect grilling. Look for bbqs with adjustable vents, multiple burners, or digital controls. A precision temperature gas BBQ will offer excellent temperature control, ensuring evenly cooked meals.

Build Quality

Durable materials such as stainless steel or cast iron can withstand high temperatures and the elements. Investing in a high-quality barbecue ensures longevity and better performance. A heavy-duty stainless steel BBQ will be built to last, offering robust construction and superior heat retention.

Enhancing Your Grilling Experience

Beyond the barbecue itself, consider accessories that can enhance your grilling experience:

BBQ Tools

High-quality tools such as tongs, spatulas, and brushes are essential for efficient grilling. A premium BBQ tool set should include everything you need for a seamless grilling experience.

Covers and Storage

Protecting your barbecue from the elements prolongs its life. Invest in a durable cover like a weather-resistant BBQ cover to keep your grill in top condition.

Thermometers

A reliable thermometer ensures your food is cooked to perfection. A digital BBQ thermometer provides accurate readings, helping you achieve perfection every time.

Buying BBQs And Grills

Selecting the right barbecue involves understanding your space, considering different types of grills, and evaluating essential features. Whether you prefer the traditional appeal of charcoal, the convenience of gas, the compactness of electricity, or the portability of camping grills, there’s a BBQ out there for everyone.

Train app Seatfrog launches ‘secret fare’ offering East Midlands customers up to 50% off journeys

Train ticketing app Seatfrog has launched a new Secret Fare ticket option offering passengers in the East Midlands up to 50 per cent off selected journeys

Seatfrog’s secret fare option offers an opportunity for those who are flexible with their travel times to secure the best possible fare on selected East Midlands Railway routes.

Customers can book their Secret Fare ticket from when services open for reservation – which is usually around three months before and up until two days before the journey takes place.

EMR train at Carlton Station
An EMR train at Carlton Station (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)

Unlike with other pre-booked tickets, customers choose a slot in either the morning, afternoon or evening, but the time of the journey will be allocated 24 hours before departure when Seatfrog email across the discounted ticket.

East Midlands Railways say customers choosing the secret fare option could travel with them between Nottingham and London, and Derby and London, for as little as £12 or between Sheffield and London from £16, as well as between Sheffield and Liverpool from just £4.

Customers can use Seatfrog’s app or head to the Secret Fare webpage: https://secretfare.seatfrog.com/ 

East Midlands Railway’s customer service director Philippa Creswell said: “We’re excited to bring this innovative and money-saving fare to our customers.

“Secret Fare is all about making it even easier to find a great fare. It’s perfect for those with flexible schedules. Whether you’re planning a spontaneous getaway or looking for a budget-friendly way to visit family and friends, Secret Fare provides a simple, efficient way to travel.

“It’s also ideal for those who weren’t planning to travel but might have some spontaneous last-minute plans. So ditch the car and grab a bargain with Secret Fare.”

Iain Griffin, Seatfrog CEO, said: “We’re really excited to launch Secret Fare with EMR, giving passengers up to 50 per cent off train tickets.”

Seatfrog secret fare journeys available from EMR

Sheffield <> St Pancras from £16

Nottingham <> St Pancras from £12

Derby <> St Pancras from £12

Liverpool <> Sheffield from £4

Liverpool <> Nottingham from £10

Nottingham <> Norwich from £16

VIDEO: Off-duty police officer describes moment he tackled knife-carrying shoplifter in Arnold town centre

A police officer has described the moment he jumped into action and chased down a knife-carrying shoplifter in Arnold town centre.

PC Rishi Thobhani was off duty on Thursday 30 May and was walking through the High Street when he noticed Poundland staff chasing after a man.

The man in question was Michael Delaney, aged 32, a prolific shoplifter known for intimidating staff and using threats of violence.

He had just stolen a number of items from the store.

PC Thobhani identified himself as a police officer and instructed him to stop. When Delaney refused, a foot chase ensued.

The shoplifter was in possession of a kitchen knife

Delaney then produced a large kitchen knife and threatened to stab the officer if he continued to follow him.

PC Thobhani said the incident took place in the middle of the day with members of the public present and he refused to let Delaney get away.

As he attempted to detain him, Delaney threatened to stab the officer, with the tip of the blade only a few centimetres from his face.

Luckily, he managed to pull the knife away and ensure he was detained before further officers arrived on the scene to take him into custody.

Describing the ordeal, PC Thobhani, who joined the force back in September 2022, said: “My role at that moment was to make sure no harm comes to anyone. I didn’t think twice about what harm I would come to.

“I trusted my instincts and skills to apprehend Delaney.

“There’s always going to be that fear that I’m going to get assaulted whilst I’m at work but if I continued to live with that fear for the rest of my life, I would not be able to do my job properly.

“I’ve not joined the job for money or medals. I know why I’m in the police and it is exactly why I did what I did on the day.

“Even if I wasn’t a police officer, I’d have done the same thing. I joined the police to protect the community.

“I knew that if Delaney didn’t hurt me, I strongly believed he was going to hurt someone else.

“Had I arrived a few moments later or did not see the chase, I have full faith Delaney could have harmed one of the Poundland staff chasing him.”

Delaney, aged 35, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged. He pleaded guilty to a number of shop thefts, possession of a bladed article and threatening a person with a bladed article.

He is due to be sentenced later this year.

Nottinghamshire Police has joined other forces across the country to celebrate Response Policing Week of Action, which started on Monday (24), and is an opportunity to highlight the difficult, demanding, and unpredictable work that response officers and staff do to keep people safe.

Chief Inspector Paul Hennessy said: “What PC Thobhani did that day was remarkably brave. He went above and beyond to ensure a dangerous offender was taken off our streets.

“Response officers put themselves in harms’ way every day to protect the public and ensure the streets of our city and county are safe.

“It is why they do what they do and this example is a fitting testament to their outstanding work in our communities.”

NHS Nottinghamshire warning as junior doctors begin strike tomorrow

NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire has issued a warning about pressures they will be facing during the junior doctors strike.

Junior doctors will be striking from 7am on Thursday, June 27 to 7am on Tuesday, July 2.

The strikes are due to impact the city and county’s hospitals, mental health services, GP practices and other NHS services.

Dr Dave Briggs, medical director at NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, has reminded the public to think about which services they need during this action and plan ahead for the period of disruption.

He said: “Junior doctors do a vital job, so losing this part of our workforce will inevitably have a knock-on effect and you may find there are longer waits to be seen.

GP
Junior doctors will be striking from tomorrow

“During the industrial action we will be prioritising patients that need our services the most so if it’s not a life-threatening emergency, an urgent treatment centre can help with the most common problems people go to A&E for, such as suspected broken bones, minor head injuries or burns. If you think you need medical help right now but you’re not sure what to do, NHS 111 can help.

“Make sure you have plenty of your prescriptions available in advance of the period of disruption and consider using your local community pharmacy for minor health concerns like insect bites, sore throats and sinusitis. They can also sign post you to the right place to receive care.”

Due to the reduction in staff across the system, planned surgery and outpatient appointments may be affected. If you have not been contacted, please attend your appointment as planned. The NHS will contact you if your appointment needs to be rescheduled due to the strike action.

Regardless of any strike action taking place, it is really important that patients who need urgent medical care continue to come forward as normal, especially in emergency and life-threatening cases by calling 999 or going to A&E. Where the situation is not life-threatening, alternative support is available through NHS111 online, your nearest pharmacy or at urgent treatment centres.  

Pharmacies can offer over-the-counter advice and treat common conditions including urinary tract infections, middle ear infections, skin infections including impetigo, infected eczema and infected insect bites.

Find out more about services available at pharmacies.

Gedling borough weather Wednesday, June 26

The Met Office forecast any early mist and fog patches will soon clear to give a fine day with light winds and plenty of sunshine. Staying dry with some fair weather cloud in the afternoon. Very warm. Maximum temperature 29 °C.

Dry with plenty of late sunshine in the evening. Feeling warm and muggy overnight, with light winds and various amounts of high level cloud. Minimum temperature 14 °C.

Tomorrow is expected to see a warm and sunny start ahead of a narrow band of cloud arriving from the west. Breezy and cooler in the afternoon, with sunny spells and the odd light shower. Maximum temperature 24 °C.

General Election 2024: Gedling candidates on why you should vote for them

Gedling candidates standing in the upcoming general election have shared their list of priorities if they were to become MP.

Residents will take to the polls across the country on Thursday, July 4, to vote for the next MP to represent them.

Candidates have spoken about their ambitions and goals as they battle to win votes from constituents.

This is what each candidate will prioritise if elected in their own words.

Dominic Berry – Green Party

Green candidate Dominic Berry

Why should people vote for you?

“It is not so much voting for me it is more about voting for the Green Party. I am not so naive as to think I can win here. I would be lucky to get 10 per cent of votes. The main thing is putting some pressure on the main two parties.

“It is most definitely going to be Michael Payne in government and they have already gone back from £28bn on climate to £8.3bn.

“It is not just about the vote itself, in the current system it is quite hard for small parties to get in, the only part of our system that is proportional is funding. So say if we get 10 per cent of the vote, we get a certain amount of funding for that.

“It also means if we get a decent vote this election it will build up every time. You look at the results in Brighton Pavillion, it starts off small but in four elections’ time you might get a win.”

What are the most important issues in Gedling?

“I’m not going to pretend I’m a local with in depth knowledge. What I do have is an open ear and what I have heard from friends in the Green Party who live here and people who have come up to me is flooding and housing.

“Housing is not so simple to fix. The Green Party has an approach to try and build 150,000 council homes every year and ending the right-to-buy, so hopefully that would make a dint.

“As for flooding it is more of a difficult one. It is not so much about building more infrastructure, it is about using the natural resources, flood plains, re-wilding, giving farmers incentives to do that.”

What has Gedling got going for it?

“Just look around. You have the high street, Mapperley Top, all the parks around here, Gedling Country Park. The main draw as to why me and my partner want to move here is the location.

“It is pretty perfect, it is inward facing towards Nottingham so you get all the amenities, and then you also have the outward facing side where you get more of the countryside. We are quite close to Sherwood Forest constituency which has Newstead Abbey, all the nice places around there.”

Simon Christy – Reform UK

Reform UK candidate Simon Christy

Why should people vote for you?

“I think we’ve arrived at the point in British politics where people realise that the only way that they’re going to get any change or improvement in their life is to vote for a new party, with the fresh ideas, that is not take everybody down the same route that they have in the past.

“That’s why I believe that this is an ideal opportunity for people to vote for Reform and have a different perspective on how people’s lives can be improved.”

What are the most important issues in Gedling?

“There’s a slight distraction in that we’ve got two leaders who are absolutely, unbelievably charismatic, very, very good at their job, they’re just fantastically believable people with great ideas.

“Now the problem with that is that you can end up coming to Arnold, or Gedling or Carlton and talking about national issues. Now, one of the main issues in Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, every city and town, is crime and anti-social behaviour.

“The Reform Party has pledged at least 300 policemen [per 100,000 people in the population] because it is the thin end of the wedge. Shop-lifting first, then knife crime – the whole thing escalates until you end up with a similar situation with, say, San Francisco where the town is taking over.

“It is on everybody’s lips, local problems, and it is crime and safety and basically we need more police and we need to help them more.”

What has Gedling got going for it?

“It’s very, very easy in the United Kingdom at the moment, probably post-Brexit, to get this idea that the British public are at odds with each other and they’re fighting over everything and they have different views on things.

“All the statistics from the big London universities that actually look into this sort of thing say that the British people very tolerant and they get on perfectly well with each other, even though they’ve got diverse views.

“However, there is a group of people, possibly some in the media, some in business, who want to try and create division.

“I think the biggest asset that people of Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, the UK have got, is it we’re generally very kind, empathetic people who get on. We do get on and long may it stay like that.”

Michael Payne – Labour

Labour candidate Michael Payne

Why should people vote for you?

“After 14 years I think it is time for change here in Gedling.

“Too many crimes are going unpunished, we can’t even fix the potholes on our roads. The Conservative-run County Council has lost control of our roads and our potholes here.

“People can’t see a GP here in Gedling. Children can’t get into an NHS dentist. The economy has been tanked by Liz Truss, Boris Johnson, Rishi Sunak, David Cameron, and I think it is time for a fresh start, time for a change.

“I am proud to be from Gedling, born and brought up here in Arnold, and if I am elected as the MP here in Gedling in a few days time, I’ll proudly fight for our area.

“We need more investment in our town centres, we are stood here in Arnold town centre, right behind me is the new Arnold Market Place (AMP) and as deputy leader of the council for the last 12 years I’m really proud that we’ve invested in local areas.

“This is a Labour-run council, investing in Arnold town centre, but the travesty is we’ve had a Conservative Government that hasn’t given a single penny to places like Arnold or Netherfield or Mapperley or some other towns here in Gedling.

“So, I think in a few days time at the General Election, there is a clear choice here in Gedling. There are 679 votes between the current Conservative MP and myself, there is a chance to turn a page on the carelessness and decline of the last 14 years and elect a Labour government and a Labour MP here in Gedling that will fight people’s corners in the communities across Gedling.”

What are the most important issues in Gedling?

“Without a doubt, on every single door, people have been raising the shocking state of the roads and what’s unforgivable is three quarters of council tax here in Gedling goes to Conservative-run Nottinghamshire County Council.

“They’ve been running the County Council since 2017. I’ve lived in this area my entire life, the roads have never been worse.

“How on earth can you trust the Conservative Party to carry on running the country if they can’t even sort the potholes out on the roads here in Gedling and in Nottinghamshire?

“We have also had both of our police stations closed down as a result of Conservative cuts, there are far too few police on the neighbourhood here and there is a chance to elect a Labour government in a few days time who will do something about it.

“A million more potholes fixed every year, with new money from a Labour government, 13,000 neighbourhood police back on the streets, patrolling our town centres and our neighbourhoods.

“New dental appointments for children so that they can get in to see an NHS dentist, ending the 8am scramble for people trying to get a GP appointment and finally doing something about the nearly eight million waiting lists on our hospitals here at City Hospital and QMC and hospitals across the country.

“I think what we’ve seen in the last 14 years is promises made by a Conservative government, broken promises, a cost of living crisis hitting people here in Gedling, there is a big choice to make in a few days time at the General Election.

“It is a clear choice with us in Gedling between the Conservatives and Labour and I hope if people put their trust in me, they will see I’ll be a visible, hard working, strong talking, independent minded MP for the place that I’ve been proud to call home and I owe everything to.”

What has Gedling got going for it?

“I’m really proud of Gedling, the people here are amazing people.

“I wouldn’t have the opportunity to stand as a member of parliament were it not for the opportunities afforded to me by the community here in Gedling.

“Great local businesses, great local people, great community organisations. In the last few years one of the things I’m proudest of that we’ve done is to create the 588-acre Gedling Country Park, that was a Labour-run council here, of which I am the deputy leader, out of a former colliery site.

“We have some fantastic parks, some brilliant town centres; Mapperley high street, Arnold, Carlton, they need some extra investment but there are great businesses here, great people, and if I’m their member of parliament I’m going to argue tooth and nail for them.

“I’m afraid to say in the last four years with a Conservative MP, it has felt like he’s been Westminster’s voice in Gedling, not Gedling’s voice in Westminster.

“For me the job as the member of parliament is to go down to Parliament, argue for your area, rattle the doors to the Prime Minister, and the Chancellor, and Ministers, and make sure your area gets the fair share of funding that it deserves.”

Tom Randall – Conservative Party

Conservative candidate Tom Randall

Why should people vote for you?

“It has been an absolute privilege to have been the Member of Parliament for my home town, standing in my home town, of Arnold. Over the last four years we have achieved a lot locally.

“We have smashed our police recruitment targets. We’ve got money for Carlton that has just been secured but there is a lot more to do, so I am standing for re-election because I want to finish the job, carry on the projects that I’ve been working on to see them through to completion and serve the people of Gedling even further.”

What are the most important issues in Gedling?

“I’m standing on a six point programme which has been influenced by what people have told me. For me it is fixing our roads, getting more investment into our roads.

“That has probably been the top issue in my inbox over the last few years and I’m the only candidate who has secured extra funding from the treasury. I want to press on with that, getting even more money, but it is also things like improving how we get around Gedling, improving our transport connections, getting better health outcomes and getting access to the GP when you want it, and protecting our green spaces.

“Particularly here we are on the edge of our conurbation, we have got to protect our green spaces, which also means we can protect ourselves from flood risks.”

What has Gedling got going for it?

“I’m from Arnold and I’ve always thought this is a lovely place to live and work.

“It can be better and we can improve things. I’ve always thought we are in a quite fortunate position actually, we’ve got a fantastic city on our doorstep, Nottingham, but we’re near the open countryside as well.

“So we’ve got that sweet spot, I think, where we’re in a really nice position, lovely towns, lovely villages here in Gedling, but also in a great position as well.

“There’s lots of opportunity, we’ve got the freeport opening, lots of new jobs opening, lots of potential in our area and I think if we can capitalise on that we can make it an even better place to live.”

Tad Jones of the Liberal Democrats and Independent Irenea Marriott did not meet us in Arnold or provide statements answering our questions. 

Borough brass band and choir come together to offer afternoon of free music in Arnot Hill Park this Sunday

Gedling borough’s biggest brass bands and choirs have come together to put on an afternoon of free music this Sunday (30) at an Arnold park.

Arnot Hill Park is playing host to the Singing in the Park event taking place between 1pm and 3.30pm.

The free event has been organised by the Friends of Arnot Hill Park and Gedling Borough Council

Arnot_Hill_Park
Arnot Hill Park will play host to the free afternoon of music this Sunday

The afternoon of music will be provided by Carlton Male Voice Choir and Burton Joyce Community Brass Band.

The choir will kick off the event with a performance at 1pm and it will be closed at 3.30pm by Burton Joyce Community Brass Band.

The choir and band will perform two sets each during the afternoon’s entertainment.

All the scams people across Gedling borough should know about this week

People across Gedling borough are being urged to be careful as more new scams emerge.

Action Fraud, Which? and Nottinghamshire County Council Trading Standards constantly issue scam warnings to make people aware of the latest attempts by fraudsters to get them to part with their cash or personal details.

Here are the most recent scam warnings it has issued to people across the borough.

Bosch drill set offer for completing scam Screwfix survey

Action Fraud has received 616 reports in a two-week period of scam emails purporting to be from Screwfix offering a free Bosch drill set.

The emails include links to dodgy sites which ask you to fill in a survey and give away your personal and financial information.

You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.

Dodgy websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.

Fake Facebook email claiming business account has been blocked

Examples of scammers hijacking Facebook profiles to send phishing emails to business accounts on Facebook have been discovered.

After taking over someone’s Facebook account, the fraudster changes the display name on the account to ’24 Hours Left To Request Review. See Why’ and changes their profile picture to an orange icon with an exclamation mark. 

They then publish posts from the hacked Facebook page, tagging business accounts. This then triggers the business to receive an email from Facebook saying their account has been blocked. 

These dodgy emails include a link to ‘dispute the decision to block your account’. If you click through, you will be asked for your page name, first and last name, phone number, date of birth and the email address or phone number linked to your Facebook account and your password.

McAfee scam emails

Emails have been flying around claiming to be from computer security software company McAfee and telling you that your antivirus subscription needs to be renewed.

The emails lead to malicious websites which attempt to steal your personal and financial information.

Action Fraud say it has received 4,531 reports of these scam emails since April 2024.

You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk and phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.

You can also report fraudulent scams impersonating McAfee to scam@mcafee.com.

Fake political ads

The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBIJ) has found over 8,000 adverts featuring false information about politicians on Facebook.

The ads also include AI-manipulated videos and images, with one stating that Labour leader Keir Starmer had been involved in a banking scandal.

Many led to websites which mimic newspaper articles to push dodgy investment platforms.

These websites will most likely try to obtain your personal details. 

Scam ads on Facebook can be reported by selecting the three dots in the top right corner and pressing ‘report.’

5 reasons why a card machine is essential for a company

Technology has infiltrated nearly every aspect of life, significantly influencing consumer shopping behaviors. Among the innovative solutions that have gained popularity are payment terminals, along with the quick and convenient cashless transactions they enable. As businesses evolve to meet these changing consumer needs, embracing technologies that facilitate ease of transactions can set them apart from competitors and align them closer to market demands.

Owning a payment terminal provides several benefits that can significantly enhance the operation and management of your business. Here are some key advantages:

Convenience 

Let’s start with what cashless transactions are immediately associated with: convenience. Thanks to the ability to pay with a card, phone, or watch, there is no need to carry cash, ensuring seamless transactions. For larger purchases, there is no trouble of running out of cash in your wallet and needing to find an ATM. Similarly, the problem of waiting for change is eliminated. For some customers, the availability of cashless transactions is a deciding factor in where they choose to shop.

Versatility and connectivity

Card machines can be equipped with built-in Wi-Fi and 4G LTE connectivity, ensuring that you can process payments both in-store and on-the-go without interruption. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses that operate both at fixed locations and in the field.

All-In-One management

Terminals are more than just payment processors; they function as comprehensive business management systems. They come with a range of built-in features such as inventory management, staff scheduling, and customer relationship management tools.

Real-Time business insights

Terminals provide valuable real-time data on sales, revenue, and customer behavior. This data is crucial for making informed business decisions and can help you understand what products or services are performing well.

Ease of use and customer experience

The terminals feature user-friendly interfaces, such as high-resolution touchscreens and integrated receipt printers and barcode scanners. These features not only simplify the checkout process for your staff but also enhance the overall customer experience.

Summary

Considering the growing number of people using cashless transactions, it’s safe to assume this trend will continue to strengthen. For this reason alone, it’s worth thinking about implementing a payment terminal. When you take into account all the benefits mentioned above, the motivation can be even greater. In a world where efficiency and security are paramount, the strategic integration of payment terminals into your business operations not only meets the immediate needs of consumers but also positions your business for sustainable growth and enhanced customer satisfaction.

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough

A number of roadworks, and changes to the roads, are set to take place on Gedling borough’s roads during the next few weeks.

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Most of the roadworks are being undertaken by Nottinghamshire County Council while a couple are being led by Severn Trent Water, National Grid and OpenReach

These are the roadworks and closures you need to know about

Arnold Lane, Gedling
26 June
Roadworks and delays likely
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Broom Road, Calverton
01 July – 05 July
Roadworks and delays likely due to road closure
Responsibility for works: National Grid

Collyer Road, Calverton
01 July – 02 July
Roadworks and delays likely due to road closure for large bespoke patching from Collyer Road junction with Hollinwood Lane to Seely Avenue.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mansfield Lane, Calverton
02 July – 11 July
Roadworks and delays likely due to road closure for large scale bespoke c/w patching repairs from junction of Park Road to junction of Hoyle Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Westdale Lane East, Gedling
26 June
Roadworks and delays likely
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Carlton Hill, Carlton
25 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Cavendish Road, Carlton
26 June – 27 June
Roadworks and delays possible for installation of bus shelter
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Church Road, Burton Joyce
01 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Collyer Road, Calverton
26 June
Roadworks and delays possible to overlay potholes
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Colwick Loop Road, Colwick
01 July – 03 July
Roadworks and delays possible due to lane closure near the First Avenue junction.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Foxhill Road, Burton Joyce
26 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Gedling Road, Arnold
01 July – 02 July
Roadworks and delays possible for resurfacing Works
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Georges Lane, Calverton
26 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Hazel Grove, Mapperley
02 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Main Street, Papplewick
25 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Main Street, Woodborough
27 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Main Street, Burton Joyce
01 July – 05 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Main Street, Lambley
01 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mansfield Road, Ravenshead
25 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Mapperley Plains, Arnold
28 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Marlborough Road, Woodthorpe
27 June
Roadworks and delays possible to overlay potholes
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Padleys Lane, Burton Joyce
30 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Porchester Road, Mapperley
25 June – 27 June
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Prospect Road, Carlton
27 June
Roadworks and delays possible to overlay potholes
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Stoke Lane, Gedling
01 July
Roadworks, Delays possible to overlay potholes
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Westdale Lane East, Gedling
28 June – 01 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Severn Trent Water

Wheatsheaf Court, Burton Joyce
01 July – 05 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Responsibility for works: Openreach

Whinbush Lane, Calverton
01 July – 04 July
Roadworks and delays possible
Works location: From A614 Old Rufford Road roundabout to B6386 Oxton Road.
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council

Yew Tree Lane, Gedling
02 July
Roadworks and delays possible to overlay pothole
Responsibility for works: Nottinghamshire County Council