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See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 8/12/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Wrangler jeans, born in the USA and raised in Calverton

Calverton literally launched the jeans brand in the UK where its warehousing and distribution, sales teams and marketing hub were based.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 1/12/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

CALVERTON: Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas …

The Parish Council Christmas light up in the centre of Calverton every year is one of the most popular, totally free days of the year

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 24/11/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Calverton’s Ramsdale Park chari-tee fundraising surpasses £40,000 in 2023

Ramsdale Park Golf Centre has raised a grand total of £40,000 for its chosen charities, Maggie’s Cancer Care and Emmanuel House in Nottingham

Revamped Calverton Co-op store set to reopen on Thursday

The village store on Collyer Road will again welcome shoppers from tomorrow (23) following an eight-week programme of improvements.

New ‘on-demand’ bus service to launch in Calverton and Netherfield

It is part of a £5m investment to improve and expand bus services across the county.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 17/11/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Where to see Christmas lights switch-on events in Gedling borough

There will be plenty of events across the borough to enjoy, with a variety of festivities including markets, funfairs and live entertainment.

New-build housing demand continues to be strong in Calverton

Calverton continues to be a popular choice for new home buyers

New landlady lays out ambitious plans for well-loved Calverton pub The Admiral Rodney

Calverton resident Hannah Lloyd will become the new landlady of The Admiral Rodney on Thursday, November 16

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 10/11/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Dangerous driver leads police on high-speed pursuit through Calverton

A driver mistakenly thought he’d be able to evade arrest and outrun police after being spotted, followed, and caught following a pursuit.

Planning: Five detached properties planned for farm in Calverton

There are five detached dwellings proposed: three X five bedroom and two X four bedroom residential properties, each has two associated garage spaces and a minimum of 2 parking spaces proposed.

Gedling swimming pools handed more than £127,000 to keep afloat by Government support fund

The Swimming Pool Support Fund was announced in the March Budget to support facilities in response to increased operating costs.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 3/11/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 27/10/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Calverton man due in court after bike thefts

Neighbourhood police investigating the theft of bicycles in West Bridgford have charged a man from Calverton.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 20/10/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Calverton Parish Council showcases new community units with open day

The event takes place on Saturday, October 21 from 10.00am to 3.00pm and provides an opportunity to get a first glimpse of the new units.

Man suspected of being unlicensed Gangmaster arrested after farm raid in Calverton

A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of acting as a gangmaster without a licence after police carried out a raid of a farm in Calverton.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 13/10/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 6/10/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 29/9/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 22/9/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Burton Joyce dad gets on his bike to raise funds for 4G football pitch in Calverton

Tim Richardson, a busy football dad from Burton Joyce runs a new under 10’s football team for Calverton Miners has announced plans to cycle a 1000km to support the club.

Brazen thief banned from entering Calverton Co-op and Sainsbury’s for three years

Martin Gregg, from Calverton, was handed the order when he appeared in court after pleading guilty to two counts of theft.

Gedling Borough Council plan expansion of Calverton business park

Gedling Borough Council will construct the new units at Hill Crest Park in Calverton.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 8/9/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 1/9/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 25/8/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Five Gedling organisations set to receive share of £233k capital grant funding.

Community projects which include improvements to sporting facilities, play areas and the local visitor experience are set to share more than £233,500 worth of...

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 18/8/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Wanted man caught after police find his secret hiding place in Calverton

A wanted criminal was arrested after police found him hiding in a loft space behind a chest of drawers at a property in Calverton.Magistrates...

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 11/8/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Calverton Folk museum now reopen after shutting its doors for two years

After being closed for over 2 years, due Coronavirus restrictions and the death of the Museum Keeper, the Folk Museum reopened at the end of April 2023.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 4/8/23

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

New jobs to be created by expansion of Calverton business park

Gedling Borough Council will construct the new units at Hill Crest Park in Calverton.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Investigation launched after man in 60s dies in crash near Calverton involving car and lorry

An investigation has been launched after a man in his 60s died following a collision near Calverton.

Villagers in a flap as mystery peacock takes up residence in Calverton

Mystery surrounds the appearance of a peacock that seems to have become rather taken with a Gedling borough village.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

CALVERTON: Memorial barrows plan at newly-approved burial ground could be refused

Funeral director and applicant A W Lymn first received planning consent for the burial ground, off Georges Lane, Calverton, in the summer 2022.

Calverton quarry gets 20-year extension so 1.5 million tonnes of sand can be extracted

Calverton Burntstump Quarry, on the A614, was first granted planning consent for sand and mineral extraction in 2001 and is operated by Tarmac.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Wildlife area in Calverton reopens after vandal attack on newly-planted trees

The Wildlife Area Footpaths are based at William Lee Memorial Park on Park Road.

Notts Maze: Enforcement launched and plans refused for activity hub unlawfully operating on greenbelt

The land, off Lime Lane near Arnold and Calverton, has been used for several recreational activities over the past four years.

Memorial Cherry tree planted in Calverton Heritage Garden

The planting of the cherry tree was made to memorialise all those from Calverton Village that have been lost over the years.

Gedling borough planning applications: House-to-shop plan in Arnold and consent wanted to turn home into classroom

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Calverton thief jailed after leaving blood at scene of burglary in Arnold

A burglar from Calverton who left his blood at a crime scene in Arnold after stealing a car has been jailed.John Wilson, aged 39,...

CORE Centre hopes to become ‘the number one community hub’ in the borough

The charity was created in 1994 by a local vicar to provide free and low-cost education resources for Calverton residents.

New health and wellbeing studio opens with views of ‘stunning’ countryside around Dorket Head

A new health and wellbeing studio has opened it's doors in a discreet setting, overlooking a vista of rolling hills in a truly stunning location in Dorket Head.

Nottinghamshire’s first barrow cemetery could open in Calverton next year despite opposition

The East Midlands’ first barrow site is set to open next year in Calverton following a recent planning application submitted by a funeral service company.

From a Japanese POW camp to running Calverton Lido: Daughter honours promise made to dying father with new book sharing his unique story

John Geoffrey Lee (always known as Geoff) and his wife owned Calverton Lido from the 1960s through to the 1990s.

Over 3,000 celebrate coronation in Calverton sunshine

On Sunday (7) Calverton Parish Council (CPP) joined the national Coronation celebrations and organised a mass picnic in William Lee Park. 

Two men arrested after break-in at Calverton takeaway

Officers were called to Planet Pizza, in St Wilfrids Square after the break-in took place at around 2.15am on Monday (8).

Landlord turfs nail bar out of Calverton premises

A nail bar in Calverton has been repossessed by landlords.Customers of 'Nails Bar' were shocked to find the business on St Wilfrid's Square locked...

Ramsdale Park charity fundraising surpasses £10,000 in just three months

Last year they set the bar incredibly high when it came to raising funds for charity, but they’re looking forward to taking that even higher in 2023!

Seaside theme for Calverton village get together

This year the event will be held on Sunday May 14 at the Calverton Scout & Guide Supporters Building

Driver led cops on 95mph chase after being spotted mounting grass verge to overtake car in Calverton

Ondrej Kralik, 30, reached speeds of 95mph during the pursuit, which lasted for ten minutes.

Gedling borough swimming pools recycle used flip flops and floats

The Leisure Loop Recycling Scheme makes it easier for swimmers to recycle many common items at their local centres.

Chari-tee effort: Golf club has raised over £250k for charity in the last twenty years

Charity drive sees Ramsdale Park raise close to £20,000

Dedicated police team cracks down on off-road bikers across Gedling borough after complaints from public

Officers conducted high-visibility patrols on their off-road motorbikes as part of ongoing efforts to prevent and combat the issue in the borough.

Arrests made after hundreds of pounds of meat and laundry products were stolen from Calverton stores

Calverton beat teams carried out proactive arrest attempts at two nearby addresses.

Maggie’s Nottingham Firewalk at Ramsdale Golf Club in Calverton

Take part in firewalking for Maggie's Charity

Calverton Park Bowls Club prepares for new season

Calverton Park Bowls Club is set in beautiful tranquil gardens to the rear of the Village Hall on Park Road East, Calverton

Gedling borough planning applications: Plans for 33 new homes in Ravenshead and updated signage for supermarket

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Gedling borough planning applications: Plan to convert barns to houses and proposal for outdoor sports and recreation site

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Gedling cops tackle underage drinking and anti-social behaviour ‘blighting’ parts of borough

Gedling police cracked down on underage drinking and antisocial behaviour blighting parts of the borough over the weekend.

Calverton man who slashed victim across the face with knife during workplace row is now behind bars

Steven Brett punched the victim and bit him on the neck before pulling out a blade during the violent attack at a building site in Bingham.

Rod licence cash boost helps Calverton site produce more than half a million fish a year to restock our rivers

First opened in 1940, Calverton Fish Farm has gone on to become one of the largest freshwater fish-rearing facilities in England

Man dies after car crashes into wall in Calverton

Nottinghamshire Police told the BBC that officers were called to Main Street in the village just after 20:00 GMT on Friday.

Gedling borough planning applications: HMO plan for Carlton dwelling and new pub signage proposal

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

History of Bestwood, Newstead and Calverton covered in new Notts audio walks series

Sherwood Voices is a series of six audio walks written and directed by local performer Andy Barrett.

Volunteers sought to help create new woodland in Calverton

Two tree planting sessions are being held on Sunday, February 12

Group brings January joy with traditional Plough Play at borough pubs

If you are in any of the following venues between the 12 – 14 January, be prepared to witness one of Nottingham’s oldest and most respected respected folk traditions that is based upon a script dating back to 1890.

Parish councillor accepts he intimidated colleague after investigation

A parish councillor says he now accepts the findings of an investigation that said he intimidated a colleague

£89k spent on boosting CCTV equipment across Gedling borough

Equipment in Arnold Town Centre, Carlton, Netherfield and Calverton has been upgraded

Christmas lights failure sparks anger from Calverton residents

Around 2,000 people turned up to watch the festive lights switch-on in the village on Saturday (26) night.

Gedling Borough Council reduce Christmas opening times at leisure centres

The council says the move will allow staff to take annual leave during the festive days and will address previously “unpopular” opening times.

Allotment plots for hire in Calverton

Applications are now open to residents for allotments on both Collyer Road and Bonner Lane sites.

Calverton man charged after ’tills attacked’ at Woodborough Post Office

A quantity of cash was stolen after tills were attacked at the address in Main Street

Pumpkin dumping is a scary threat to wildlife this Hallowe’en says Woodland Trust

The Woodland Trust has issued an urgent plea to people in Gedling borough not to endanger wildlife by dumping pumpkins in woods.

Cannabis plants and cash seized as cops raid Calverton home

Officers from Gedling’s Operation Reacher team executed an early morning warrant at an address in Flatts Lane.

MP Mark Spencer’s column on mini-budget, energy bills and tributes to The Queen

In this month's column, Sherwood MP Mark Spencer MP discusses the mini-budget, reflects on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and shares what he has been up to in Sherwood

Police ‘concerned’ for missing Calverton teen

Dylan Young, 15, was reported missing from the Calverton area on Monday, September 26

Bungling Calverton thief jailed after pushing stolen fridge freezer in wheelbarrow

Michael Wilson, was arrested at his home address where police found the fridge freezer still in its packaging.

Burial ground proposed in open countryside near Calverton to ease shortage of grave space in Arnold

Developers want to build a burial ground in open countryside outside Calverton following concerns there is not enough grave space left in Arnold.

‘Harmful impact’: Plea made to Gedling Borough Council over plans to demolish ‘historic building’ for new shops

Residents have also aired their feelings over the plans, saying they will “chip away” the history of the area, which has close links to the knitting industry.

Calverton residents being urged to have say on community woodland plan

The Calverton Parish Council wants to turn a former Pitch and Putt site located next to the William Lee Memorial Park into an area for both wildlife and people to enjoy.

UK’s competition watchdog kicks off investigation into Morrisons’ rescue bid to takeover convenience chain McColl’s.

Morrisons was named as McColl’s buyer after the convenience store group fell into insolvency, putting 16,000 jobs at risk.

Children’s wildlife artwork goes on display at new housing development in Calverton

School children in Calverton have expressed their wildlife-themed artistic flair, supporting a new housing development in the village.

Jobs and stores in Carlton and Calverton saved as Morrisons wins battle to takeover McColls

The new offer from the supermarket giant will see McColl’s stores and workforce preserved in their entirety.

Morrisons and Asda owner make fresh bids to take control of the collapsed convenience store chain McColls

Morrisons and Asda-owner EG Group, run by the billionaire Issa brothers, are battling to takeover the chain after it went in to administration last week.

Convenience store giant McColl’s could call in administrators on Friday

The chain, which has stores on Carlton Hill and Calverton could call in administrators as early as Friday, according to Sky News

New ‘state of the art’ recycling centre in Calverton approved despite opposition from residents

Plans for the new “state of the art” site to replace the current HGV dismantling depot were passed by councillors on April 19.

Opening hours now extended at Calverton Recycling Centre

Calverton Recycling Centre will now be open from 8am right through until 8pm every day until Friday, September 30.

Police warning as thieves target cars in Calverton

Incidents reported last weekend, and which remain under investigation, include bank cards stolen from cars and cash taken from vehicles which were left insecure.

MP says he will continue to ‘stand up for Sherwood’ after securing new cabinet role

Sherwood MP Mark Spencer expressed his delight after being announced as the Leader of the House of Commons in Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Cabinet...

Calverton 11-year-old plans to sleep outside in tent for over a month for homeless veterans

Joshua Partridge has started sleeping in a tent in his garden to bring in funds for the annual Great Tommy Sleepout appeal

Plan unveiled for new cemetery to be built on land near Calverton

Plans have been submitted to Gedling Borough Council to create a new burial ground on land off George’s Lane outside the village.

Councillor ‘can’t commit’ to keeping all Notts recycling centres open

Nottinghamshire County Council is undertaking the strategic review to address problems raised at the county’s 12 sites, including issues with traffic and congestion.

Public meeting to be held over recycling centre plan concerns in Calverton

Plans were put forward in December to convert a lorry dismantling site into a materials recycling centre on land off Hollinwood Lane.

Council to review Calverton recycling centre facilities to ensure they meet residents’ needs

They will assess on-site access, facilities, and capacity in order to highlight any potential opportunities for improvement.

MP Mark Spencer welcomes £1 billion in additional support for businesses in Gedling borough

Sherwood MP Mark Spencer has welcomed the Chancellor’s announcement that the businesses most affected by the spread of the Omicron variant will be supported by £1 billion of Government funding.

Thousands of fish from Calverton Fish Farm used to restock Devon river after pollution incident

More than 6,000 fish from a fish farm in Calverton have been used to restock a river in Devon after a pollution incident.

Christmas opening times for Calverton Recycling Centre

No-one wants Christmas to be 'rubbish' - that's why Calverton's recycling centre will stay open throughout the festive period.

Covid: Map reveals worst hotspots for coronavirus in Gedling borough over seven-day period

The data reveals most places have seen a significant drop in cases in the weekly period up until January 5.

First homes go on sale at Willow Rise development in Calverton

Bellway East Midlands say they are delivering 82 new homes at the development, including 16 affordable properties for local people

Beavers plant hundreds of bulbs to help Calverton bloom

The youngsters from Calverton Beavers buried hundreds of bulbs along the grass verge on Bonner Lane to compliment the newly-installed village sign.

Artist behind new village sign design invited to see work on display

Christine Hall is an artist from Southwell and provided artwork for the new signs welcoming people to the village.

Primary school places: Apply now for Gedling borough schools in September 2022

Applications will be accepted from today for school admissions open tomorrow for both reception and infant to junior/primary school places.

Operation Reacher team make arrests after thefts and drug seizures in Arnold and Calverton

Gedling's dedicated Operation Reacher team made a number of arrests this week during patrols in Arnold and Calverton.

Drugs seized during raids on properties in Calverton

Officers targeted the properties in the village on Saturday (October 30) morning.

REVEALED: This is the amount of potholes repaired in Gedling borough since 2016

tholes were fixed by the Nottinghamshire County Council across Gedling borough between 2016/17 and 2020/21,

NCT announce bus fare hike ‘to help balance books’

The fare increase will come into force from Sunday, October 31.

Covid: Map reveals worst hit areas in Gedling borough over seven-day period

The data reveals most places have seen a significant drop in cases in the weekly period up until January 5.

Drivers warned to be on their guard after spate of thefts from vehicles in Calverton and Woodthorpe

Officers are currently investigating eight different thefts in the areas that have occurred over the last two weeks

New signs welcoming villagers to Calverton installed

The welcome signs have been designed to reflect the history of the village with reference to farming, William Lee’s Stocking Frame and recently the coal mining industry.

39 restaurants, pubs, cafes and businesses in Gedling borough that have received a perfect food hygiene score in 2021

These restaurants, pubs, cafes, takeaways and pubs in Gedling borough have all been given a five star hygiene rating so far this year by the Food Standards Agency.

5G mast proposed for Calverton

The 18m mast, which will increase mobile internet speeds in the area, is planned for a grass verge in Calverton.

HAIR WE GO: Calverton pupils lop off locks at Arnold salon to help kids with cancer

KH Hair in Arnold cut a total of 256 inches of hair off the girls, which will now be sent to the charity to use to make wigs.

Police step up patrols after spate of burglaries and catalytic converter thefts in Arnold, Carlton, Calverton and Woodthorpe

Officers are currently investigating reports of house and garage burglaries in the Carlton, Woodthorpe and Calverton areas as well as an attempted burglary and thefts from cars in the Arnold area

Police team called in to carry out speed checks in Calverton following concerns from residents

Officers from Gedling's Operation Reacher team were sent down to the village on Sunday after hearing Main Street was a hotspot for speeding motorists.

Aldi considers Carlton, Calverton and Gedling as locations for new stores

Aldi has revealed it is targeting new stores in Gedling borough.The UK's fifth largest supermarket is currently opening on average one new store a...

Van damaged in suspected Calverton arson attack

A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson and criminal damage after a van was set on fire and a kitchen window was smashed.

Changes planned in Gedling as part of planned electoral boundary shake-up announced today

Big changes are planned in a shake-up of Gedling borough's electoral boundaries.

MP hails environmentally-friendly features of new Sainsbury’s store off Colwick Loop Road

The MP was yesterday given a guided tour of the site and shown how work on the new store was progressing.

MP Mark Spencer urges residents to take part in survey to aid pet theft prevention work

Mark Spencer hopes the findings in the survey will help police crackdown on pet thefts in the area.

Local elections 2021: All you need to know about voting in Gedling borough on May 6

On Thursday, May 6, people across Gedling borough will head to the polls to have their say on who represents them on Nottinghamshire County Council.

Local elections 2021: All you need to know about Gedling candidates and how to vote in the election on May 6

On Thursday, May 6, people across Gedling borough will head to the polls to have their say on who represents them on Nottinghamshire County Council.

Ramsdale Park Golf Centre in Calverton unveils new £400k driving range which includes simulation technology used by the world’s top players

Ramsdale Park Golf Centre is now the first club in the region to install pioneering TrackMan Range technology

Council issues recycling rules reminder after reports of ‘big queues’ at Calverton tip

The recycling centre in Calverton remains open but only for items that can not be stored safely at home until after lockdown ends

Rogue trader warning after Calverton woman is targeted by men offering gutter repairs

They demanded £250 for materials and left with a promise that the amount would be paid to them via bank transfer.

Police in Gedling recover Class A drugs and cash after stop search of vehicle

One of the passengers tried to discard a number of wraps of drugs but was spotted by the officer

Man, 24, facing drugs supply charges after being snared by Gedling Operation Reacher team

Officers had spotted a vehicle in the Calverton area whose occupants were suspected of dealing drugs.

Two men arrested after reports of street fight and cannabis being stolen from property in Calverton

Masked men were witnessed on the street by residents with metal bars and shouting, before leaving the scene in vehicles.

Calverton Plough Play tradition moves online due to Covid

The performance of a Plough play is believed to have started in Nottinghamshire around the 17th century

Calverton recycling centre will remain open during national lockdown restrictions

Calverton Recycling Centre will remain open during national lockdown restrictions.The tip on Hollinwood Lane will remain open between 8am and 4pm daily during lockdown.Nottinghamshire...

Calverton Recycling Centre opening times at Christmas and New Year – and what waste you can take

Residents across Gedling borough are reminded that opening hours at their local recycling centre change over Christmas.

Youngsters in Calverton to be taught first aid after housebuilder donation

St John Ambulance Training Centre in Calverton has received £1,000 from the Persimmon Homes Community Champions scheme

Gedling Borough Council reveals what to expect when their leisure centres reopen next week after lockdown ends

Gedling Borough Council has set out how it will reopen leisure centres next week when lockdown comes to an end and tier three restrictions are introduced.

They asked – you let them know: Residents tell police where to catch speeding drivers in Gedling borough

Officers put out an appeal last week on social media inviting locals to let them know where they should be targeting their efforts.

Burglar brothers from Calverton jailed after stealing 4,000 scratch cards from Netherfield store

The charges relate to a burglary in the morning of December 22, 2019 at a convenience store in Victoria Road in Netherfield.
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