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07/09/2023

Inn for a Penny in Carlton to close in October for major refurbishment

A Carlton pub is to temporarily close next month as it enjoys a huge overhaul.

The Inn For A Penny pub, in Carlton, will pull its final pint on October 1, before revamp work begins on October 2. It will reopen ‘towards the end of the year’.

Major renovation work is to be carried out on the pub’s interior and exterior as part of the significant investment in the building.

The pub will be fully redecorated, with new lighting, flooring and bric a brac. The garden will feature a covered pergola, with loose and fixed seating, as well as a children’s play area.

The pub will be zoned to provide space for pub sports, socialising, dining and a live acts area. TV screens will be strategically placed, to ensure the best viewing experience without dominating.

The Penny is currently a Greene King pub, but the firm will reopen it as part of its Hive brand.

Each pub under this marque is set up by Greene King, and is run as a franchise.

The company aims to convert 170 sites to the Hive brand over the next five years. More than 30 have been converted so far.

A spokesperson for Greene King said: “Plans are underway for a full refurbishment of the Inn for a Penny, both inside and out.

“We’re looking forward to opening this great community pub under the Hive Pubs umbrella, with classic pub food, an excellent drinks range, entertainment and live sport, towards the end of this year.”

The planning application is pending consideration by Gedling Borough Council.

Fines to tackle irresponsible dog owners in Gedling borough who don’t pick up their dog’s mess will continue

Gedling Eye

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07/09/2023

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Fines to tackle irresponsible dog owners in Gedling borough who don’t pick up their dog’s mess will continue

A legal order allowing Gedling Borough Council’s wardens to fine people £100 for not clearing up after their dogs has been extended for another three years.

Over the last three years, the Labour-run authority’s neighbourhood wardens have been running extra patrols and installing signs and pavement stencils in areas where there has been a significant number of complaints.

Under a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO), if an offence is witnessed by a warden the offender can be fined £100, and may face court and a £1,000 fine if they fail to pay.

While offences have been decreasing, from 244 reports of dog fouling in 2020/21 to 190 in 2022/23, the council says the issue is still a problem.

During a cabinet meeting on September 7, councillors agreed to extend the order for another three years across the entire borough, with the existing order due to come to an end in October.

Cllr John Clarke (Lab), the leader of the council who represents Netherfield, said: “You know the area I live in, in the Carlton area, there are absolutely piles of the stuff all over the place.

“And the subsequent work and the yellow signs are exceptionally good because there is a lot about now.

“It just focuses the mind because sometimes people forget and sometimes this ‘we are watching you’ business, which sounds a bit draconian, [works].

“But I’m afraid the mess that was being left in suburbs and places like that, not so much in town centres, but certainly around people’s homes, was unacceptable.”

Cllr Jenny Hollingsworth (Lab), for Gedling, added: “I’m very pleased to see we’ve got the opportunity to extend this.

“I think really we need to be clear that 99.9 per cent of dog owners are responsible and don’t cause this problem, it is just a very small percentage who leave us with a large problem, and quite large sometimes, and people complain about it.

“Can I just thank wardens who last year, when I gave them a problem on a new development, were able to very quickly have a presence there and reassure people.

“That was the other issue in that people did not think they were covered by this PSPO if it was a new development, so I think we need to make it clear that it is the whole of the borough, and whether or not it is a new development it is included in this order.

“It is a problem, it continues to be a problem, enforcement isn’t that easy unless the warden is on site and just happens to spot somebody, but it is education and I like the stencils on the ground, I think it is helpful.

“I know some years ago there was some resistance to that but I think they do work and it is a visual reminder when people are walking along to make sure they clear up after their dogs.”

Man formerly of Carlton Hill jailed for violently attacking woman before bludgeoning male with imitation handgun

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07/09/2023

Man formerly of Carlton Hill jailed for violently attacking woman before bludgeoning male with imitation handgun

A violent rapist has been jailed after he after sexually assaulted a woman before bludgeoned a man with an imitation.

Lukasz Feliks, 40, raped and strangled the woman on March 15, 2023 at an address in Nottingham before confronting another man outside.

Feliks was holding an imitation handgun as he ran towards the man and struck him repeatedly over the head it.

Nottingham_Crown_Court — PICTURED: Nottingham Crown Court

As he was arrested by armed police a short time later, he admitted attacking the man and claimed the victim was lucky he didn’t ‘chop him up.’

The gun was later found to be an imitation weapon and Feliks was remanded into custody.

While awaiting trial, he then sent a series of letters to the woman he raped urging her not go give evidence at his trial.

Feliks, formerly of Carlton Hill, denied charges of rape, sexual assault and intentional strangulation but was found guilty last week by a jury at Nottingham Crown Court.

He admitted to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and was also convicted of possessing an imitation firearm, and attempting to pervert the course of justice.

He was sentenced on Friday to a total of 12-and-a-half years in prison.

Detective Constable Melissa Brown, an officer specialising in rape and serious sexual assault offences at Nottinghamshire Police, said:

“Feliks committed an appalling act of sexual violence that left his victim in fear of her life.

“He then caused a similar level of fear to the second victim in this case as he ran towards him holding what looked like a real firearm.

“He is very clearly a dangerous and violent criminal and I am pleased he will now spend a very significant amount of time in jail.

“The woman he raped has shown considerable courage in this case and was absolutely determined to see this case through to its conclusion – despite Feliks’s best efforts to dissuade her.

“My colleagues and are full of admiration for her and hope this sentence will come as some comfort to her in the months and years ahead.”

Local charities benefit from successful Gedling Gala event

Justin Doddy

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07/09/2023

Local charities benefit from successful Gedling Gala event

Gedling Gala organisers delivered another successful Gedling Gala this year and the Gala has distributed a massive £2500 to local charities.

Zanda Dibbo-Pajączkowski, Gedling Gala Chairman spoke with Gedling Eye about those charities that have benefited from this years event.

Zanda said: “From the money we raised at Gedling Gala this year, we’ve just given cheques of £500 to each of the three charities, that were voted for by the public on Facebook Footprints – Conductive Education Centre, St George’s and Loco Centre – Netherfield and St Paul’s Breakfast Club – Carlton.”

Pictured: St Paul’s Breakfast Club – Reverend Wendy Murphy & Zanda Dibbo-Pajączkowski (Courtesy of Gedling Gala)

Zanda added that “During lockdown because we’d already said at the next Gedling Gala we’d be giving to two charities, we still gave £500 to each of the charities after lockdown (2021) – Gedling Play Forum and Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group.”

Pictured: Footprints – Conductive Education Centre – Sneinton – Zanda Dibbo-Pajączkowski, Ronnie Woodward (Gedling Gala Hook-A-Duck Manager), Amy Spinks (Fundraising Manager). (Courtesy of Gedling Gala)

Although the Gala is over for another year, Zanda is already thinking about next year and said “For Gedling Gala to keep growing successfully, we need a lot more people helping in any way they can, and if people join our Facebook Group, that way we can all stay in touch – so that we can bring the community together.”

Further details about Gedling Gala including contact details and photographs can be accessed HERE.

The Vibe – your guide to what’s going on in Gedling borough (8 September – 14 September)

Justin Doddy

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07/09/2023

“A miraculous achievement” Independent ★★★★★

The Vibe – your guide to what’s going on in Gedling borough (8 September – 14 September)

Here’s our latest round-up of latest events taking place from Friday September 8 to Thursday September 14 across the borough.

Friday, September 8

Gina Gee – Waggon & Horses, Redhill / Arnold, 6.00pm

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Catch-up Screenings: Barbie (12A) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Fri 8 – Thu 14 Sep, Various Times £6.80pp

From Oscar-nominated writer/director Greta Gerwig (Ladybird, Little Women) comes Barbie, starring Oscar-nominees Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as Barbie and Ken! Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colourful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

Telegraph ★★★★ Little White Lies ★★★★ Empire ★★★★ Metro ★★★★

Directed by Greta Gerwig
With Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling,
1hr 54 mins // US 2023

Memphis Flash – Sashas Bar, Arnold, 8.00pm

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 (12A) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Fri 8 – Thu 21 Sep, Various Times £6.80pp / £5.00pp on Tuesdays

From writer and director Nia Vardalos, the worldwide phenomenon My Big Fat Greek Wedding is coming back to theatres with a brand-new adventure. Join the Portokalos family as they travel to a family reunion in Greece for a heartwarming and hilarious trip full of love, twists and turns. Opa!

Directed by Nia Vardalos
With Nia Vardalos, John Corbett
1hr 32 mins // US 2023

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Friday Quiz Night – Burnt Stump Inn, 8.00pm

The quiz is a Web based quiz so a phone tablet or laptop will be needed – don’t worry if not 100% with technology it’s really easy and our team are on hand to support if needed

The Little Sam Lyons Show – Top Spot, Carlton

Saturday, September 9

Disney 100: 101 Dalmations (U) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Sep, 10:30am £4pp

To celebrate 100 years of Disney, join us in ‘Celebrating Timeless Memories’ with a limited screening programme celebrating 100 years of Disney’s classic, ground-breaking films. The chance to watch these titles on the big screen!

101 Dalmations (U)
Directed by Stephen Herek
1hr 39 mins // US 1996

Gran Turismo- Based on a True Story (12A) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Sep, 1:30pm £6.80pp

Gran Turismo is based on the unbelievable true story of a team of unlikely underdogs – a struggling working-class gamer (Archie Madekwe), a failed former racecar driver (David Harbour), and an idealistic motorsport executive (Orlando Bloom). Together, they risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world.

Gran Turismo is an inspiring, thrilling, and action-packed story that proves that nothing is impossible when you’re fuelled from within.

Directed by Neill Blomkamp
With David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe
Run-time TBC // US 2023

Family Fun Afternoon – St Judes Community Centre, Mapperley, 3.00pm – 6.00pm

Burton Joyce Community Market – Burton Joyce Village Hall, 10.00am – 1.00pm

Design 3 – Calverton Working Men’s Club, Calverton

Lambley Village Show – Lambley Village Hall, Lambley

Karl Cooper – Crossing Club, Carlton

Sunday, September 10

Artists Makers & Fine Foods Market – Woodborough Village Hall, Woodborough

Jack Scrimshaw – The Pit @ Newstead, 3.00pm

This Summer Sunday Session coincides with Suicide Prevention Day so it only seems right that we have teamed together with ‘In Sams Name’ for this event. Richard from the local mens talking group will be on hand for a chat and to provide info on the local meeting. Of course there will be damn fine music too. Jack Scrimshaw will be delivering us a range of acoustic covers and originals. Prepare to be amazed!

As always bring a camping chair, sit back and enjoy!

3p.m. – 5.30p.m.

FREE ENTRY

Sunday Quiz Night – Larch Farm, Ravenshead

Sunday & Wednesday evenings

Sunday Quiz Night – Old Volunteer, Carlton

Monday, September 11

Monday Quiz Night – The Arrow, Arnold, 7.30pm

Pub League Poker – The Brick Yard, Carlton

Free pint to the winner of the night for season 2, along with the cash pot from player buy ins (£5 a head) and 100 points on the leaderboard.

Monday Quiz Night – Bread & Bitter, Mapperley

Monday Quiz Night – Four Bells, Woodborough, 7.30pm

Tuesday, September 12

Pub Quiz – The Brickyard, Carlton

Booking advised due to popularity of event.

£2 buy in per person, £25 bar tab to be won and a rolling higher or lower jackpot

Bike Night – The Gleaners, Calverton

Wednesday, September 13

Wednesday Quiz Night – Larch Farm, Ravenshead

Wednesday & Sunday evenings

Wednesday Quiz Night – Robin Hood & Little John, Arnold, 8.30pm

Thursday, September 14

Thursday Quiz Night – The Gleaners, Calverton, 8.30pm

DJ Scott, Throw Back Thursdays – Top Spot Club, Carlton, 8.00pm

Old School with some great tunes from Reggae, Ska, Northern Soul, Motown, 70’s and 80’s.

Plus 25% discount on all Drinks.

Thursday Quiz Night – Sashas Bar, Arnold

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Dog Show – Rivendell View Care Home, Stoke Bardolph, 1.30pm – 3.00pm

Thursday Quiz Night – The Vale Hotel, Woodthorpe, 8.00pm

Weekly quiz night in support of local food bank.

Thursday Quiz Night – Copper Mapperley, 7.00pm

Thursday Quiz Night – Gedling Inn, Gedling, 8.00pm

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High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire to open Lambley Village Show

Justin Doddy

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06/09/2023

High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire to open Lambley Village Show

The annual Lambley village Show will be held on Saturday September 9 and Professor V M Pickering DL, the High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire will be formerly opening the event.

The event will be held in the Village Hall, Catfoot Lane, Lambley and on the adjoining field.

We spoke with one of the organisers, Alison Moss who told us all about this years event. She said that this year they are fundraising for village projects such as the refurbishment of the play ground equipment.

Alison said “There are craft, cookery, children’s section, flower, vegetable, photos and alcoholic drink classes on display in the hall, along with some fabulous catering by Lambley WI.

“The WI will be serving hot bacon and sausage cobs from 9.00 am alongside teas and coffees. In the afternoon delicious cakes will also be available, with tables and chairs available for a sit down.

“The show is being opened by the high sheriff of Nottinghamshire, Veronica Pickering.

“On the field there will be a fun dog show, with 5 classes, open to all dogs, entry on the day, commencing at 12.30 pm. Please note only assistance dogs are allowed in the hall.

“There will be a tug of war competition commencing at 1.30pm and a dance exhibition by the children of Brittany’s Dance School at 12 noon.

“Craft, charity and food stalls will open on the field at 11.30 am, alongside a mini funfair and ice cream van. A bar will also be available on the field provided by Fishkey Micro Brewery, The Woodlark.”

Pictured: The High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire, Professor V M Pickering DL (Courtesy of The High Sheriff’s Association)

Alison added “A tombola and raffle will also be held and an auction of produce and donated items will be held at approx. 3.45 pm following the presentations of the trophies for the horticultural show.”

“It would be lovely if we had lots of entries for the show, it’s just a bit of fun and not at all like the RHS! You have to be in it to win it. “

Lambley Village Show starts at 11.30am on Saturday September 9 and there is still time to enter a class for baking, crafting or horticulture.

There is lots to see and do including 30 stalls from local businesses.

Further information including contact details can be found on The Lambley Village Show social media account HERE.

Arnold man who was roadie for Nottinghamshire band Paper Lace jailed for historic child sex offences along with former guitarist John Chambers

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06/09/2023

Arnold man who was roadie for Nottinghamshire band Paper Lace jailed for historic child sex offences along with former guitarist John Chambers

An Arnold man who was once a roadie for Nottinghamshire band Paper Lace has been jailed for historic child sex offences along with their former guitarist.

Andrew Polkey, aged 57 and John Chambers, aged 73, and were jailed for a total of 26 years last week after officers uncovered a litany of sexual abuse against boys.

The men took it in turns to abuse one vulnerable boy over several years – plying him with drugs and alcohol after inviting him to their homes.

Chambers, a former guitarist with Nottingham-based band Paper Lace, exploited his status as a minor celebrity when he befriended the boy more than 30 years ago.

He later introduced him to former band roadie Polkey as the pair took turns to exploit him for their own sexual gratification.

It was during the course of that investigation that two further victims were identified who had each been abused by Polkey.

Detectives at Nottinghamshire Police initially started to looking onto the allegations in 2017 when the victim – now an adult – came forward to report what had happened to him.

The trail then ran cold after the victim decided not to continue his complaint with a formal statement. When he reengaged with detectives two years later they were able to move the case forward.

Detective Sergeant Lee Kirk, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:“As is often the case with non-recent allegations this victim simply did not feel ready to speak in more detail about what happened to him, so there was little we could do to move forward the matter forward.

“The victim decided to re-engage with us. His evidence was utterly compelling and forensic in detail in places, including details of Chambers home and of vehicles linked to his former band.

“In it he painted a picture of a predatory and manipulative child abuser who very deliberately groomed and exploited a secondary school age boy.

“When Polkey, a known associate of Chambers, was also identified as an abuser by the first victim our investigation really gathered pace. Polkey was then identified by another man and we prepared to make arrests.”

Both men were arrested in 2020 and interviewed about the allegations.

Both denied the offences but later pleaded guilty to multiple sexual assaults.

Chambers, formerly of Crowley Close, Bilborough, pleaded guilty to eight assaults against one boy and Polkey, formerly of Glade Hill Road, Arnold, admitted to 17 against two boys.

Appearing at Nottingham Crown Court last Thursday (August 31) Chambers and Polkey were jailed for ten-and-a-half years and 13 years respectively.

Both men were also made the subject of Sexual Harm Prevention Orders, which will closely restrict their behaviour once thy are released from prison.

A third man, 46-year-old Matthew Mardell, of Glade Hill Road, pleaded guilty to two indecent assaults on a boy and was given a 20 month prison sentence suspended for two years.

Superintendent Natasha Todd, head of Public Protection at Nottinghamshire Police, said: “These men thought they could commit these offences with impunity, but they simply hadn’t reckoned on the bravery of their victims and the determination of Nottinghamshire Police to hold them to account.

“Two of them will now spend a very considerable amount of time behind bars and I hope this brings some comfort to their victims.

“I hope this case also serves as a warning to others about just how seriously we treat offences of this nature.

“Regardless of how old allegations are, we will investigate and we will go where the evidence takes us. In this instance it led us to two calculating and predatory sex offenders who groomed and assaulted young boys over a number of years.

“Finally, I would like to pay tribute not only to the detectives in this case, but also to the victims who have shown such remarkable determination during this process. We never lose sight of how hard it is for victims to relive these experiences, but we will always do our utmost to get them the justice they deserve.

“So I urge anyone who was abused as a child to come forward and help us hold their abusers to account.”

Arnold and Carlton branches of Wilko not on closure list – but futures remain uncertain

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Arnold and Carlton branches of Wilko not on closure list – but futures remain uncertain

The Arnold and Carlton branches of Wilko have not been included on a list of stores earmarked for closure next week, but the store’s future remains uncertain.

The 52 Wilko shops set to close next week due to the chain’s collapse have been named, after the chain collapsed earlier this year.

Administrators PwC have revealed that 26 shops will close next Tuesday (12), with a further 28 on Thursday September 14, due to the absence of viable offers for the whole company, making around a thousand staff redundant.

PICTURED: Wilkos in Carlton Square (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)

The Arnold and Carlton stores are not on the list, but their future remains unclear after administrators said they couldn’t rule out further branch closures across the country.

Edward Williams, joint administrator, said: “In the absence of viable offers for the whole business, very sadly store closures and redundancies of team members from those stores are now necessary. The loss of these stores will be felt not only by the team members who served them with such dedication, including through the uncertainty of recent weeks, but also the communities which they have been a part of.

“We are enormously grateful for the support of team members during this difficult period and remain committed to doing all we can to help affected staff, assisting them with processing redundancy claims and working with relevant parties to help secure new employment as quickly as possible.”

“Active discussions with parties interested in buying parts of the business continue and the administrators remain committed to preserving as many jobs as possible. However, depending on the outcome of those talks, it is possible that further store closures may regrettably be necessary.”

Match Report: Linby Colliery Welfare FC 0 – 1 Pinxton

Peter Mann

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06/09/2023