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Gedling borough weather Tuesday, April 16

Cool and cloudy start with early showers for some eastern parts. Soon brightening up from the west to sunny spells. Scattered showers breaking out through the afternoon, some of which may turn heavy and perhaps thundery. Breezy. Temperatures below average. Maximum temperature 11 °C.

Showers are forecast to soon fade this evening leaving clear spells. A weakening band of showers is expected to arrive from the north around midnight, clearing southwards overnight. Becoming chilly as skies clear. Winds easing. Minimum temperature 3 °C.

A dry and bright start is expected tomorrow. Cloudier spells Wednesday afternoon with well scattered showers developing, heaviest and most frequent in the east. Rather cold. Showers soon fading overnight and winds falling light. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Woodthorpe historian launches ambitious project to record details of every police officer who served in Notts

A historian and author from Woodthorpe is starting an ambitious project to attempt to record every police officer who served in the county of Nottinghamshire

Tom Andrews, who also served as a police officer, is attempting to create a database of the officers who served with the force since its creation in the city during 1836 and county in 1839. 

The database will contain information about their careers, such as postings, commendations, and promotions.

The author is really keen to hear from anyone who has a relative, ancestor, or family friend who was a police officer in the county and document their career, as well as currently serving or retired and resigned officers. 

Tom said: “This came about because I’m currently researching and writing a book about the history of policing in Nottinghamshire – a county boasting the only flag in the world which proudly displays its most famous criminal!

“During my research I kept reading about different police officers throughout history, who pop up associated with various cases or stations. I thought it would be great to compile a database to keep a record of when and where these officers served, as well as other interesting facts about them, with the aim of making this available to the public for future generations to research their ancestors, or historians to help with their research.”

The historian is now asking the public to complete an online form filling in details of any police ancestors, with what information people have about them for his Great Nottinghamshire Collar Number Project

This can be completed by a simple online form available at https://forms.office.com/r/fT6cYMAppror

Tom is also keen to hear from anyone who may have memoirs or recollections from relatives who were police officers, including photographs, both for this project, and for his book research. You can contact him by email at nottspolicinghistory@outlook.com or through his Facebook page Facebook.com/NottsPolicingHistory

Church in Gedling to hold ‘hymnathon’ to raise money for pipe organ repairs

A church in Gedling will be holding a “hymnathon” to raise money for work needed on the pipe organ.

On Saturday, May 11 the choir and organist of All Hallows Church will sing and play hymns continuously for 12 hours between 9am till 9pm. Hymns can be sponsored between 11am and 2pm.

Church members are fundraising to pay for repairs and update part of the electronic system of their pipe organ that dates back to 1874.

All Hallows Church in Gedling
PICTURED: All Hallows Church in Gedling

Steve Hicking, the organ and choirmaster for All Hallows Church said: “Since the Forster and Andrews organ was first built there has been a history of upgrades. In 1925 a special room was added to the church so the organ could be installed in it. In 1999 the organ was completely rebuilt and electronic systems were added. It is these systems which need upgrading. The work will be undertaken by local organ builders Groves.

He added: “The total work will cost £8000.00. We have had a series of events to raise money and we are looking for sponsors for this event.  Please do come and see us on the May 11. 

More details about the event and how to make donations can be found on the church website here: http://www.allhallowsgedling.co.uk/

E-scooter rider who stabbed total stranger in Mapperley chased down by police dog and arrested

A man on an e-scooter who stabbed a total stranger in Mapperley was caught thanks to an extensive manhunt and a dramatic chase by a police dog.

Junior Dietlin attacked the victim on Blyth Street on the evening of February 8.

He also later attacked four others in and around Mansfield town centre on the evenings of Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 February 2023.

Each of the victims reported being stabbed in the arm in unprovoked attacks by a man riding a lime green coloured electric scooter.

As the victims recovered from their injuries, Nottinghamshire Police began a major investigation to identify and arrest the then unknown attacker.

A very large amount of CCTV footage was reviewed, and plain-clothed officers were deployed to Mansfield area on subsequent evenings in a bid to catch him.

Dietlin was spotted on the evening of February 13 last year as he rode his scooter through the town.

After being challenged by an officer in Devon Drive, he turned around and fled at speed.

His scooter, however, was no match for the speed of Police Dog Wolf, who quickly chased him down, latched onto his arm and dragged him to the ground.

Junior Dietlin pictured on his e-scooter (PHOTO: Notts Police)
The electric lime green scooter that police say was used during the attacks (PHOTO: Notts Police)
Dietlin was chased down by police dog Wolf, who latched onto his arm and dragged him to the ground

Dietlin was arrested as other officers rushed to the scene.

The scooter he was riding and the clothes he was wearing closely matched the ones described by his victims. A locking style was found nearby.  A separate kitchen style knife was recovered from a bag found at a local address where Dietlin had been staying.

Mobile phone date also proved that he had been in the area of each attack at around the time they were committed.

Dietlin, of Ransom Drive, Nottingham, denied involvement in the offences and claimed someone else had to have been responsible.

He also claimed to be travelling to the shops at the time of his arrest.

The victims were all treated for cuts to their arms.

Dietlin, who has been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, continued to deny involvement in the attacks but was later found guilty of five counts of malicious wounding and four counts of possessing a bladed article in a public place.

Appearing at Leicester Crown Court on Friday (April 12)  he was made the subject of an indefinite hospital order. In order to protect the public he can only be discharged from hospital with the agreement of the Secretary of State for Justice.

Detective Constable Matthew Fagan, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “The victims in this case were simply going about their daily business when they were subjected to entirely unprovoked acts of violence by Dietlin, who, after stabbing them in the arm, calmly walked or scooted away from the scene.

“A very large number of officers were deployed to this case to help track down and arrest Dietlin and I would like to thank each of them for many hours of work they put in over those few days to identify this offender and bring him into custody.

“I would also like to pay tribute to the actions of the police dog and his handler who acted so quickly to bring this man down. It really is a great example of what a well-trained police dog and handler can achieve in the service of the public.”

Match Report: Matlock 41 – 38 Paviors

Papa John’s Cup First Round Saturday April 13

League games between the two clubs were very tight affairs, with Pavs taking a close win at Cromford Meadow and Matlock doing the same at Burntstump. To those used to the grim and muddy conditions of a Wintery Matlock, the warm and mostly sunny weather came as a welcome surprise. The underfoot conditions, looked somewhat dodgy and not conducive to running rugby, but the quality of the game that played out belied this. 

Pavs made a bright start to the game, keeping the ball through several phases. Eventually, fleet footed Will Taylor motored through the Matlock defence to touch down and give Pavs a 7-0 lead with the Billam extras on ten minutes. Prop Theo Collier received an abrasion and departed for treatment to be replaced by Conner Tomlinson. Matlock then found their feet in the game and levelled matters at 7-7 with sixteen minutes on the clock. The patched up Collier returned at the same time.

More was to come from Matlock as they gained in confidence and Pavs seemed to switch off. They scored three tries in the next ten minutes, two of which were interceptions to put them almost out of sight, interspersed by a try by the promising young flanker Bailey Mayo.

Half time score 31-12 Matlock.

During the break Craig Ward made his debut in replacing the injured Harry Pritchard.

Matters did not improve for Pavs at the beginning of the second half when the unfortunate Mayo took a team yellow and Matlock extended their lead to 34-12 with a penalty.

Fly half George Billam found a way through to score and convert his own try to bring the score to 34-19 on fifty six minutes.

Pavs could not keep the momentum going, however , and Matlock went further ahead on sixty minutes at 41-19.

At this point, Mayo returned and Jonty Green replaced Ben Taylor at scrum half as Pavs sought to change things up, as the phrase goes.

The final twenty minutes saw Pavs regain their vim and vigour and nearly snatch victory as the clock ran out.

On sixty five minutes Kieran Wells completed a powerful drive and in so doing boosted Pavs somewhat erratic confidence. Billam added the extras to bring the score to 41-26. Danny Green entered the fray for the injured Morgan Jones minutes later.

On sixty nine minutes the mercurial Green took a quick tap penalty before executing a truly fabulous cross field kick to wing Alex Rimmington to catch and touch down with the Matlock defence looking somewhat bemused. So Pavs back in touch at 41-31 with ten minutes left to play.

Young debutee Oliver Park replaced Alex Barton on the wing as the game moved into the final five minutes. Pavs kept pressing and Will Taylor went in for his second try and with the Billam extras brought them back on terms at 41-38. Unfortunately, for Pavs this was to be the last play, so the burgeoning sense of hope that they felt was cruelly dashed. 

For the spectator, this was a captivating game where fortune and form swung wildly. Pavs on top at the start, Matlock took the plaudits for a strong middle phase, while Pavs snatched the momentum back in the last twenty.

Pavs will rue the number of errors they made in open play, but will be relatively pleased by the overall style. The 2023/24 season now comes to an end. Lots to be pleased and proud of, yet a good deal to still work on. The squad will now have a period of rest and recuperation to refresh the bodies and most importantly the minds before they return to pre season training in the first week of July. Onwards……..!!!

Starting XV: Kieran Wells (1 try) +, Owen Taylor +, Theo Collier (VC), Harry Pritchard +, Alistair Plant +, Josh Flanagan +, Bailey Mayo (1 try) +, Phil Eggleshaw +, Ben Taylor, George Billam (1 try, 4 conv) +, Alex Rimmington (1 try), Doug Billam (C) +, Morgan Jones, Alex Barton +, Will Taylor (2 tries) +

Impacts: Craig Ward (46 mins), Jonty Green (60 mins) +, Oliver Park (74 mins) +, Conner Tomlinson (15-20 mins) +, Danny Green (65 mins) +, + Former Pavs Junior

+ – Former Pavs Juniors

Paviors Rugby Club play at Burntstump Hill, Arnold, NG5 8PQ and the club runs over twenty teams.

New players are always welcome – girls, boys, men & women, there is a team for all.

Further information about the club including contact details can be found on http://www.paviorsrfc.co.uk/ .

Match Report: Newton Aycliffe 1 – 3 Carlton Town

NPL First Division East – 13 April 2024

Carlton Town moved back into the playoff positions with a 3-1 win at fellow promotion contenders Newton Aycliffe.

The Millers responded in excellent style to the defeat against Hebburn from their previous game and goals from Nial Hylton, Niall Davie and Nat Watson had the game effectively won inside the first hour.  Aycliffe never gave up and Carlton had to rely on a number of fine saves from Felix Annan, but the home side only had a late consolation from Liam Jarvie to show for their efforts.

Tommy Brookbanks and Mark Harvey made one change from the side which had lost to the Hornets with Greg Tempest returning for Mamadou Sylla-Diallo who dropped to the bench.

In bright sunshine in the North East Carlton got off to the perfect start and were ahead within five minutes.  Watson played the ball across to Hylton on the right.  He darted past Toby Pascoe and from a narrow angle lashed the ball into the roof of the net before goalkeeper James Winter could react.

Winter then did very well to save from the dangerous Lamin Manneh before Aycliffe responded with their first attack of the game which was thwarted by a great tackle from Dan Brown.

Carlton though had control of the game and looked threatening every time they went forward and they extended their lead midway through the half.  Watson knocked the ball to Lewis Durow,  He fed Davie whose first shot was blocked.  The ball fell to Alex Howes and he slipped the ball into the path of Davie again and his effort from just inside the area beat Winter and nestled in the far corner of the net.

Newton Aycliffe did send over some dangerous crosses but Annan dealt with them all, albeit Jack Naylor went close when he hit the side netting.

The Millers almost added a third in first half stoppage time.  Manneh sped away down the left, beat three defenders and saw his shot saved by the outstretched foot of Winter.  The ball looped up into the air and Watson headed towards goal at the far post but the angle was too great and the ball went just wide.

However Watson only had to wait until nine minutes into the second half to get his goal and it was a lovely one.  A ball out of defence sent Manneh away on the left.  He showed great control after the ball had initially hit him on the back and he jinked into the area beating Naylor before pulling the ball back to Watson who smashed home to the delight of the small band of travelling fans behind the goal.

Aycliffe had the ball in the net a couple of minutes later only to see a linesman’s flag rule it out for offside and Annan had to save from Naylor shortly afterwards.

With games on Tuesday and Thursday to come Carlton made changes and Aycliffe enjoyed more possession in the final 20 minutes of the game.  The Millers defence held firm, with Brown and Khyle Sargent keeping the home strikers under control and Durow and David Adegbola dealing with the threat on the wings.

Howes impressed again in his deeper role and Annan frustrated the home side with some fine saves when needed, including an excellent stop from Jarvie.

Jarvie did get his goal on 89 minutes when Annan saved his first effort but could do nothing about the rebound but Carlton saw out the five added minutes to record a fine win and move up to fifth in the table with five games left to play.

Carlton Town: F Annan, D Adegbola, L Durow, D Brown, K Sargent, G Tempest (M Sylla-Diallo 65), L Manneh, A Howes, N Watson (A Hardwick 68), N Davie, N Hylton (M Jebbison 74).  Unused subs: D Freeman, L Gorman

Goals: N Hylton 5, N Davie 32, N Watson 54; Liam Jarvie 89

Carlton Town Supporters Club MOTM: Dan Brown

Att: 142

Gedling borough weather Monday, April 15

A band of heavy and blustery showers will soon clear to the southeast. A day of bright spells and scattered showers follows. Showers could turn heavy at times with the odd rumble of thunder. Feeling cooler with temperatures below average. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Showers will begin to ease during the evening with drier conditions gradually spreading across the region from the northwest. Remaining breezy. Minimum temperature 5 °C.

Tomorrow is expected to be cool and cloudy to start then brightening up from the west to sunny spells. A few showers breaking out in the afternoon but drier than Monday. Temperatures below average. Maximum temperature 12 °C.

Start your engines – Woods Motor Club welcomes all motor enthusiasts

Woods Motor Club was set up in 2020 by Carl Greensmith, a motor enthusiast who was looking for a way to connect with like-minded people who share his passion for all things motor related.

Gedling Eye caught up with Carl to hear about the club’s origins and the club’s plans for the year ahead. Carl said: “I have always had a passion for French cars and have tried to get away from them for many years but to no avail.

“Over the years I have been involved in a number of model-specific car clubs and whilst I have enjoyed them, I felt that I could offer a club that was all-inclusive for any type of motor, whether it be a car, motorbike, modern, classic, vintage or anything in between. So I created Woods Motor Club, an all-inclusive motor club.”


The club is based in the village of Woodborough but welcomes members from across the county and the next event is on Saturday April 20 at The Nags Head pub in Woodborough from 9:30am – 12:00pm with hot food and drinks available.

Carl added: “It is not about the car, motorbike or anything else you drive. It is about who you are, what you love, where you get your kicks from and if you share our passion, then you are in.

“We organise 3 or 4 events a year and you will always be warmly welcomed by one of the event organisers and our members.”

IMAGE: The club also raises money for charity at every meet (Courtesy of Carl Greensmith)

During the events the club also raises money for charity, which changes annually. This year the club are proud to supporting Cardiomyopathy UK – the heart muscle charity. 

Upcoming events :The Nags Head, Woodborough from 9:30am-12:00pm on Saturday April 20 with hot food and drinks available and The Four Bells Inn, Woodborough on Saturday June 15. 9.30-12.00, also with hot food and drinks available.

Further information of upcoming events and details on how to join the club can be accessed on the club’s social media channel HERE.

See the latest Gedling borough planning applications – w/e 12/4/24

These are the latest applications to have been submitted to and validated by Gedling Borough Council this week.

The round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers validated and published in a quiet week (w/e 12/4/24) with 24 validated applications published which include multiple extensions across the borough.

More details can be found on the Gedling Borough Council planning site HERE.


Single-storey garage and porch replacement and extension 

60 Main Street Lambley Nottinghamshire NG4 4PP.  Ref. No: 2024/0203 


Demolish existing attached garage and construct new detached garage and widen dropped kerb access to highway. 

27 Gretton Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG3 5JT.  Ref. No: 2024/0206 


Proposed ground floor rear extension and side extension 

20 Mayfield Road Carlton Nottinghamshire NG4 1JP.  Ref. No: 2024/0198 


Remove Sycamore tree due to honey fungus 

Arbor Lodge Blidworth Waye Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 8GB.  Ref. No: 2024/0196TPO 


Single storey rear extension, workshop and associated external works 

9 Lilleker Rise Redhill Nottinghamshire NG5 8HS.  Ref. No: 2024/0195 


Removal of dead-wood to various fir, holly and oak trees to front of property. 

Thorneywood House Foxwood Lane Woodborough Nottinghamshire NG14 6ED.  Ref. No: 2024/0193TPO 


Demolition of the existing dwelling and replacement of 1no. dwelling 

144 Nottingham Road Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9HL.  Ref. No: 2024/0190 


Remove self seeded willow and decayed cherry tree 

34 Bank Hill Woodborough Nottinghamshire NG14 6EF.  Ref. No: 2024/0192TCA 


Replacement refrigeration plant 

111-127 Front Street Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 7ED.  Ref. No: 2024/0183 


Front and rear dormers above garage 

8 Park Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4HR.  Ref. No: 2024/0182 


First floor rear extension, single storey front extension, garden cabin in the rear garden and a car port/log store in the front garden. 

426 Westdale Lane West Mapperley Nottinghamshire NG3 6DG.  Ref. No: 2024/0181 


Loft conversion with 2 front dormer windows 

40 Clementine Drive Mapperley Nottinghamshire NG3 5UX.  Ref. No: 2024/0184 


Proposed new agricultural barn

Silverland Farm 131 Main Road Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9JW.  Ref. No: 2024/0177 


Single storey side extension 

32 Greys Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4GU.  Ref. No: 2024/0180 


Proposed Conversion of Existing Buildings to 3 x Holiday Lets. 

314 Spring Lane Lambley Nottinghamshire NG3 5RQ.  Ref. No: 2024/0176 


Maple tree – 4 meter crown reduction 

41 Church Street Lambley Nottinghamshire NG4 4QB.  Ref. No: 2024/0174TCA 


2-storey side and rear extension 

12 Farnsfield Avenue Burton Joyce Nottinghamshire NG14 5GF Ref. No: 2024/0179 


Outline application with all matters reserved for 2 semi-detached properties 

8 Tudor Close Colwick Nottinghamshire NG4 2DR.  Ref. No: 2024/0170 


Single storey side/rear extension 

12 Lambourne Gardens Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4PA.  Ref. No: 2024/0187 


Proposed front and first floor extension with balcony to rear, alterations to existing garage with new pitched roof over. 

47 Bridle Road Burton Joyce Nottinghamshire NG14 5FS.  Ref. No: 2024/0171 


Single storey side and front extension 

37 Revesby Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4LJ.  Ref. No: 2024/0169 


Change of use to allow use of paved area in front of bar and restaurant for outdoor seating. 

31 Plains Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG3 5JU Ref. No: 2024/0168 


Demolition of existing garage. Two storey side and rear exension; creation of amenity space within attic and rear dormer; reclad external elevations with brickwork; creation of entrance portico and additional parking to front of property. 

764 Mansfield Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 3FH.  Ref. No: 2024/0154 


Proposed two-storey and single storey side extension, single storey front extension/porch and single storey rear extension 

8 Shorwell Road Carlton Nottinghamshire NG3 7HG.  Ref. No: 2024/0132 


Wooden outbuilding on driveway 

2 Lee Road Burton Joyce Nottinghamshire NG14 5GP.  Ref. No: 2024/0125 


Erection of 2 meter high wall. 

30 Fairview Road Woodthorpe Nottinghamshire NG5 4GW.  Ref. No: 2024/0076 


New Bar and restaurant planned for former TSB seeks pavement licence in Mapperley

Gedling Borough Council planners are to consider an application submitted by Paul Hicking Associates acting as agent on behalf of Alora Restaurant Ltd. for a pavement licence at 31 Plains Road, Mapperley.

The planning application relates to a paved area in front of the former TSB bank building referring to a ‘Change of use to allow use of paved area in front of bar and restaurant for outdoor seating.’

PICTURED: Proposed location for the pavement licence (Courtesy of Gedling Borough Council planning)

A Design, Access and Planning (DAP) statement provided in support of the planning application states that the site comprises of an area of block paving behind the main public pavement along the frontage of the existing former TSB bank building which is currently being converted and extended as part of the change of use for the Alora bar and restaurant. This paving also extends along the frontage of the adjacent shops and café.


The DAP statement further advises formation of the outdoor seating area is proposed to be by way of self-supporting screens and landscape planters placed onto the surface of the paving to form an informal enclosure with many points of access. Tables and chairs will then be placed within this area. The screens, planters and seating are not proposed to be fixed to the pavement and therefore are not permanent and can be removed at any time. The design of the screens, planters and chairs will link with the identity of the bar and restaurant and are of a bespoke design specifically made for the Alora bar and restaurant.

Full detail relating to planning application 2024/0168 can be found HERE.