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Bowls club not being included in plans to upgrade Carlton leisure centres ‘at this stage’ as proposals move forward

Work will now progress on the detailed design and business case for the Carlton Active project

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Carlton man charged with murder of 20-year-old Marley Gascoine

A Carlton man has been charged with murder by police investigating the death of 20-year-old Marley Gascoine.Officers were called to Abbotsford Drive in St...

‘Vulnerable’ future ahead for Gedling bowls club as council pushes back key decision

The Richard Herrod-based club, that has been running since 1987

Major EMR timetable shake-up sees more trains for Burton Joyce and Sunday service boost for Carlton

Burton Joyce and Carlton will be the beneficiaries of a major shake-up of East Midlands Railway timetable next month - with both stations set...

Over 1,000 sign petition calling on Gedling Borough Council to reverse exclusion of bowls club from leisure centre plan

A petition with more 1,000 signatures is calling on the council to reverse its decision to not include a bowls club in its leisure...

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

TONY CAVE: Hourly train service from Carlton begins next month – and is being warmly welcomed by passengers

PROMISE TO PAY The following email was received from the Community Ambassador at East Midlands Railway (EMR) in response to my queries around how to...

MILLERS STAY TOP Corby Town 0-1 Carlton Town: Hylton goal enough to see off Corby

Niall Hylton’s second half goal was enough to secure Carlton Town a first ever win at Corby Town and extend their lead at the top of the NPL Midlands division to three points.

Carlton school set to benefit from £7.5 million improvement fund

Standhill Infant School is one of nine sites that have been identified as needing a slice of cash from the fund to pay for much-needed repairs. 

Warning as section of Westdale Lane to close overnight for almost two weeks from Monday

The works are taking place between Hartington Avenue and Elmhurst Avenue

Carlton developer’s multi-million pound city apartment project takes another step forward

Riverleen House in Electric Avenue, Nottingham is a former Experian office block. It has already secured planning approval for its conversion

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Council agree to fix beer-bottle shaped pothole in Carlton cul-de-sac after press get involved

The Glendale Close hollow turned into a two-metre long crater over time.

BREAKING: Police respond to incident on Westdale Lane

A cordon is also in place at Woodborough Road in Mapperley

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Carlton developer’s heartfelt thanks as £151K fundraiser sends scores of children to Lapland 

Arran Bailey, managing director of ALB Group, hosted a ‘Night at the Fair’ charity black tie ball at Goosedale in Papplewick on Saturday, October 11, 2025.   

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

‘IT’S LIKE A DUCKPOND!’: Carlton resident says ‘faulty workmanship’ has led to two-metre pothole in road

For more than three years, Michael Taylor has been calling on the councill to repair a pothole outside his home

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

30 real ales to feature at Wetherspoon beer festival taking place at Gedling borough pubs

The pubs will host the festival from Wednesday, October 1 to Sunday, October 12.

‘Closing club will shorten people’s lives’: Indoor bowls club will be made homeless if Carlton leisure centre plans get go ahead

Gedling Indoor Bowls Club has over 230 members aged between 25 and 92 and runs 2,200 indoor bowling sessions each month

Plans for new leisure centre in Carlton move a step closer

The state-of-the-art multi-use facility would be built the site of the existing Richard Herrod Centre.

UNFARE: Rail passengers boarding at Carlton Station without tickets will now be fined

Rail passengers travelling at Carlton Station without a ticket will be fined later this month where they could previously buy tickets on board.

Councilor calls for ‘national change’ after second Traveller encampment in Carlton

A Gedling borough councillor says ‘national change’ needs to happen with Traveller encampments after a local park was used twice this summer.Traveller caravans were...

Revamped £113k tennis courts unveiled at Carlton park

Gedling Borough Council and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have now finished refurbishing the public park tennis courts at Conway Park.

Petition to save indoor bowls club facilities at Richard Herrod Centre attracts more than 1,000 signatures

The Gedling Indoor Bowls Club have set up the petition following proposals to redevelop the current Carlton Forum Leisure and Richard Herrod Centres

Carlton Foodbank puts out an appeal for soup donations

The service is appealing for tinned and cup-a-soup donations.

Sadness as Carlton Square greengrocers store announces it will close its doors later this month

There has been an outpouring of sadness online over the imminent closure of a family-run greengrocers on Carlton Square.Many say Fresh Weigh stocks 'wonderful...

TONY CAVE: ‘New fare dodger posters should be less threatning’

NETHERFIELD AND CARLTON STATIONS NEWSPosters have gone up to say you must buy.a ticket before boarding a train, or you may be subject to...

Carlton-based developer ‘leens’ into vision of city living with multi-million pound project

A major office block in Nottingham could soon be transformed into nearly 120 new apartments under new plans submitted by Carlton-based developer ALB Group.Riverleen House,...

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Have say on future of Carlton leisure centres

Residents are being asked to have their say on the futures of leisure centres in Carlton.Gedling Borough Council has said two of their leisure...

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Carlton Town learn National League Midlands opponents as line-up is announced – with six local derbies on the fixture list

The Millers have finally moved back to the Midland League after three years in the Northern Premier East League

Carlton man jailed for his part in £700,000 drugs plot

He was among five members of a drugs gang that first came to police attention during a routine traffic stop

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Carlton residents call new crossing on Westdale Lane a ‘waste of money’

Nottinghamshire County Council approved the proposals for a new puffin crossing in Westdale Lane

CARLTON HILL: Police appeal as woman glassed while getting into taxi after leaving pub

he victim, aged in her 50s, was attacked shortly after leaving a pub in Carlton Hill

Carlton Tesco colleagues raise more than £20,000 for cancer charities

Colleagues from the Carlton Hill store joined with workers from across Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Nottinghamshire to carry out a gruelling 13-mile walk

Carlton playground reopens after £100,000 refurb with new zip line, swings and trampolines

The newly refurbished Valley Road Playground in Carlton was officially opened yesterday

Carlton disqualified driver jailed after flouting ban

Alex Dale, aged 26, had been banned from the roads in 2023

More than 200 Everton fans boost Carlton Town coffers with ground visit before Forest encounter

200 Everton fans descended on the Bill Stokeld Stadium in Gedling before their encounter at Forest

Carlton Academy to get new £220,000 games area amid ongoing expansion project

The school on Coningswath Road has been handed £219,260 by Nottinghamshire County Council to create a new games area.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Search is on for new leader of Greater Carlton Town Board who have been handed £20m to help regenerate area

The search has now begun following the resignation of Sir John Peace, who stepped down as the interim chair this month.

Work set to start on £100,000 revamp of Carlton play park

Work to transform Valley Road Playground will begin on March 24, thanks to a grant from FCC Communities Foundation.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Carlton man jailed after being caught with thousands of indecent images of children – some of them babies

A Carlton sex offender has been jailed for four years after detectives discovered a thousands of horrific child abuse images at his home.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Local people to get more say on where £20m regeneration cash aimed at revitalising Carlton will be spent

Gedling MP Michael Payne has today confirmed that the funding has now been officially signed off

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

MATCH REPORT: Sheffield 1-2 Carlton Town

A last gasp stunner by Niall Davie saw Carlton Town win 2-1 at relegation-threatened Sheffield.

Underground tank that can hold 500,000 litres of rainwater installed in Carlton to protect borough from flooding and sewage spills into River Trent

Severn Trent has now installed a massive underground storage tank which is hidden from view underneath the car park of the Richard Herrod Centre on Foxhill Road.

Beloved sensory garden in Carlton Hill overhauled thanks to cash from growth fund

Gedling Borough Council has been working with Nottingham-based contractors to develop the Garden for the Blind on Carlton Hill.

Carlton man criticises council over ‘diabolical’ removal of mother’s grave tributes

Paul Mason, 54, from Carlton Hill, has complained to the council over items being removed from his mother’s resting place at Wilford Hill Crematorium

Police dog PD Rocket unleashed in Carlton after suspect fled vehicle stopped by officers

PD Rocket found the suspect lying in a hedge in a back garden in Carlton

New crossing approved for Westdale Lane in Carlton which is ‘used by 9,000 vehicles a day’ – despite objections from residents

Some residents living nearby objected over parking, but the council has given the go-ahead

CARLTON: Council and LTA serve up tennis court refurbishments at Carlton park

The project is part of a £30million nationwide investment by the UK Government and LTA Tennis Foundation

‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts remain in place near Trent with Stoke Bardolph most ‘at risk’

The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Social club worker was taken to hospital with face injuries after being attacked at Carlton Hill venue

Officers have now released an image of a man they wish to trace after the assault.

Dental surgery plan for former social club in Carlton

A 'change of use' request for the former Crossing Club building on Station Road has been sent to the council by Nationwide Healthcare Providers Limited.

Carlton developer celebrates success of Nottingham’s ‘Carnaby Street’ creation 

A Carlton-based developer has celebrated the realisation of his vision of creating a thriving 'Carnaby Street' in Nottingham. 

Carlton man jailed after carrying out ‘planned revenge attack’ in street

Yasir Alyas hit his victim repeatedly to the top of his head with the machete

‘Please don’t eat’: Tesco issue recall of festive favourite Red Cabbage & Apple

The products were incorrectly labelled with a December 29 date instead of the correct December 11 date.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Police appeal after man was assaulted during altercation at Carlton petrol station forecourt

Officers were called after reports of people fighting at the Texaco in Westdale Lane East

Carlton Tesco’s hosting donation drive to aid foodbank at Christmas

They will be collecting today at the superstore between 10am and 3pm.

‘Inadequate’ care home in Carlton put into special measures over safety concerns

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) decided to take action against Charnwood Care Home following an inspection in July and August.

‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts issued across parts of Gedling borough as heavy rain sees river levels rise

The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent

Town Board tasked with regenerating Greater Carlton with £20m investment meet for first time after funding is secured

Gedling will retain its full £20 million allocation for local towns funding in the greater Carlton area

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Diversions in place as road closes following serious crash on Carlton Hill

Drivers are facing rush hour chaos in Carlton following a collision.

New camera enforcement to be put in place to tackle parking at Gedling borough bus stops

Nottinghamshire County Council is to install three new enforcement cameras at sites across the borough following the success of five cameras installed in September 2023.

Knife, air gun and ‘stolen’ belongings thrown from Carlton flat window as police visit

A man has arrested after weapons were thrown from a flat window in Carlton Square.

Wetherspoons reveal which dishes are on Christmas menu at their pubs in Gedling borough – and it includes a turkey dinner for £12

Wetherspoons has revealed its Christmas menu for 2024 that will be served up at its three borough pubs - and it includes the return of some fan favourites.

Carlton Art Week to celebrate town’s creativity and community

Carlton Art Week will feature a series of exhibitions by local artists, an afternoon showcasing the community’s creative talents and two heritage walks.

Gedling Eye readers tell us about their favourite lost pubs

Gedling Eye readers had plenty of suggestions last week as we asked them which long-gone pub they would bring back on our Facebook page.

Carlton park £100k revamp project moves forward with zip line planned

Valley Road Recreation Ground will soon be refurbished thanks to funding from FCC Communities Foundation

Watch as historic steam locomotive passes through Gedling borough

Steam enthusiasts in Gedling borough were able to see a record-holding locomotive on the tracks today (October 12).The GWR Castle Class locomotive was spotted...

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Road closure leads to diversion and delays for Carlton bus passengers

Morley Road will be closed from today (11) and will reopen on Thursday, October 17

Vintage locomotive to steam through Gedling borough this weekend

The GWR Castle Class locomotive will be steaming past Carlton and Burton Joyce stations on Saturday morning (12)

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Wetherspoons set to host 12-day beer festival at Gedling borough pubs

A Wetherspoon Beer Festival will get under way on October 9 at UK pubs - three of them around the borough

‘BE PREPARED’: Flood alerts issued across parts of Gedling borough as heavy rain sees river levels rise

The flood alerts have been given to areas close to the River Trent

Fake Carlton landlord scammed tenants out of £1000s on Facebook Marketplace with ‘cruel’ rental scam

Gullriaz Tajpuri, aged 49, used Facebook Marketplace to fraudulently advertise two properties for rent in Nottingham that he did not own.

Three Gedling borough stations to offer free wi-fi to passengers

East Midlands Railways (EMR) is to install new free Wi-Fi at Carlton, Netherfield and Newstead stations.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

TONY CAVE: Passenger numbers at Carlton and Netherfield Stations are now higher than before Covid

Station adopter and train enthusiast Tony Cave brings us the latest news from our local railway stations

Wetherspoons to slash prices on food and drink later this month at borough pubs

The chain is offering customers a 7.5 per cent reduction to celebrate Tax Equality Day, it has confirmed.

Zombie-style blades discovered by police at Carlton property

A sword and dagger with serrated edges were among a collection of weapons found in the property by police.

‘Inadequate’ Carlton care home placed into special measures over safety concerns

Braywood Gardens will now be been prevented from admitting new residents without CQC’s permission

Students at two Gedling borough schools celebrate A-Level success as results roll in

The day marks a significant milestone for these young individuals, with results reflecting years of hard work and dedication.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

New Greggs store could open on Carlton Hill

Planning permission for Greggs signage to be placed at the old Lloyds Bank branch has been submitted to Gedling Borough Council.

Further arrests made following Carlton Hill street fight where teenager received potential life-changing injuries to leg

Officers were called to Carlton Hill, Carlton, on Wednesday night (24 July) following reports of violent disorder.

Burglary suspect tracked down by police on Carlton Hill after nearby house break-in

Police have arrested a suspected burglar after a break-in during the early hours of Monday morning in Carlton.

17-year-old left with potentially life-changing injuries following Carlton Hill street fight

Police have arrested two suspects after a teenager was injured in a street fight on Carlton HillOfficers were called yesterday (24) following reports of...

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Council reveals plans for new state-of-the-art leisure centres in Arnold and Carlton.

Gedling Borough Council has unveiled plans for two new and improved leisure centres in Arnold and Carlton that could save £1.2 million a year.

Carlton burglary suspect was caught thanks to a high-tech fan taken during West Bridgford burglary

A burglary suspect from Carlton was tracked down by police thanks to a high-tech electric fan stolen during a break-in.

See how Gedling borough locations have changed in 16 years of Google Street View

It's now 16 years since Google Street View cameras started appearing on the roads of Gedling borough and capturing our towns and villages digitally.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Dangerous driver found hiding in bush after leading officers on pursuit through Carlton and Mapperley streets

A dangerous driver was found hiding in a bush after leading officers on a pursuit through residential streets in Carlton and Mapperley.

‘Laughing gas’ haul and knife seized from car by police on patrol in Carlton

Officers were out on patrol in the area at around 1.45am on Sunday (June 30) when they noticed a parked car in Coningswath Road

TONY CAVE: New survey reveals how train travel has changed since Covid

Train enthusiast and station adopter Tony Cave brings us the latest news from Gedling borough's railways

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 28/6/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 28/6/24

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

‘Pride’ as Hogarth Academy in Carlton receives good Ofsted judgement

Hogarth Academy has received a 'good' Ofsted rating after being praised for its ‘ambitious’ curriculum

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

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 21/6/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 21/6/24

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

Let the games begin as Carlton pub plans free retro video games night

The Beacon Hill on Burton Road is hosting a retro games night on Wednesday, July 3 from 6pm.

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 14/6/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 14/6/24

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

Rock Guitarist takes home first prize as Nottingham’s Music Maker Competition Winners Announced

The Competition is run by Carlton Male Voice Choir as a way of giving something back to help encourage talented young musicians.

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 7/6/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 7/6/24

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

Carlton cat almost died after cruel thug shot him with pellet gun

The owner found the cat bleeding in their lounge on Bank Holiday Monday

Wetherspoons pubs in Gedling borough set to welcome back menu favourite for Father’s Day weekend

The brunch burger will be making a comeback next month for the weekend of Father’s Day

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 31/5/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 31/5/24

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

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 24/5/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 24/5/24

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 17/5/24

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

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 17/5/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

How every Wetherspoons pub in Gedling borough got their names and the stories behind them

The budget pub chain has a reputation of renovating old buildings, and these are the stories the buildings hold.

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 10/5/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

Carlton men were part of gang that ‘flooded’ Nottingham’s streets with drugs

Two Carlton men were part of a gang that flooded Nottingham’s streets with cocaine, cannabis and other drugs

The dry ski slope in Carlton that was loved by tea-tray sledgers and became a popular venue for birthday parties

The slope peaked in popularity during the 70s and 80s and was heavily used during snowy weather

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 3/5/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 3/5/24

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

Match Report: Stockton Town 2 – 0 Carlton Town

Carlton Town’s season came to an end as they were beaten 2-0 at Stockton Town in the NPL East playoff semi-final.

Match Report: Brighouse Town 2 – 0 Carlton Town

A much-changed Carlton Town ended the regular season with a defeat at relegation-threatened Brighouse Town.

DECISION MADE: See the latest Gedling borough planning applications to have been decided – w/e 26/4/24

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have now decided 
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