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Revamped play area in Arnot Hill Park opens this week

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Revamped play area in Arnot Hill Park opens this week

A popular play area in Arnold is to reopen this week following a £124,000 refurbishment which includes a new 2.9 metre slide in the shape of an iconic local landmark.

Work to improve Arnot Hill Park play area in Arnold is due to be completed this week and will be opened by councillors and local school children on Thursday (June 14), at 10am.

The park now boasts a junior and toddler zone, new swings, climbing walls and a 2.9 metre slide in the shape of the iconic Arnot Hill House – which is situated next to the play area in the idyllic surroundings of Arnot Hill Park, Arnold.

The play area was improved thanks to funding from WREN’s FCC Community Action Fund, a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community projects from funds donated by waste and resource management company FCC Environment through the Landfill Communities Fund.

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How Arnot Hill Park play area used to look before the revamp

WREN provided £50,000 towards improving the park and has, in recent years, provided a number of grants to improve play areas across Gedling. The funding was granted thanks to a joint bid from volunteers from the Friends of Arnot Hill Park working alongside Gedling Borough Council.

A further £74,000 of funding came from planning obligations of local developers, known as section 106 agreements. The payments are part of a property developer’s obligation to provide a financial contribution where there is development that could lead to the loss of open space.

Local school children from Arnold View Primary School will be at the opening alongside the newly elected Mayor, Councillor Barbara Miller and portfolio holder for parks, Councillor Peter Barnes.

Cllr Peter Barnes said: “We are absolutely delighted that the new play is ready for the young children to use. We have to say a huge thank you to WREN for the funding, they have been brilliant supporters of our borough and this park will be something children can enjoy for many years to come.

“We must also congratulate the Friends of Arnot Hill Park who made the successful bid for the funding. ”

Cheryl Raynor, WREN’s local grant manager says: “It’s wonderful to see something we have funded finally open and ready to make such a difference to children in the local area.

“WREN is always happy to consider grant applications for projects that benefit local communities and this is a great example of what can be achieved.”

Hundreds of reports of abuse against elderly in Gedling borough

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Hundreds of reports of abuse against elderly in Gedling borough

There were over 300 reports of abuse against residents over 65 in Gedling borough over the past year, new figures have revealed.

There were 353 abuse reports made to Nottinghamshire County Council relate to people aged over 65 according to 2017/18 figures.

The figures have been released to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day this Friday (15 June),

The awareness day aims to educate people how to prevent abuse, or how to get help if they or someone they know are being abused or are at risk of abuse or neglect.

There were 2,786 abuse reports relating to people aged over 65 in 2017/18, 1,575 warranted further enquiries with people by the Council, and examples of abuse include physical, sexual, financial and neglect.

The Nottinghamshire Safeguarding Adults Board carries out training with key professionals such as social workers, care home managers and police officers to help ensure they report safeguarding concerns effectively.

The district breakdown of abuse reports affecting residents aged over 65 are as follows:

DistrictReports of AbuseLeading to full enquiry
Ashfield442249
Bassetlaw441278
Broxtowe307164
Gedling353181
Mansfield411252
Newark and Sherwood472279
Rushcliffe312153
Out of area4819
Total2,7861,575

Councillor Stuart Wallace, Chairman of the County Council’s Adult Social Care and Public Health Committee, said: “We receive more reports about abuse affecting older people than any other age group and World Elder Abuse Day is shining a light on this important international issue.

“We should never tolerate any form of abuse so we encourage local people to keep an eye on older people they may know and report anything of concern to us, particularly if you believe they are being subjected to abuse or neglect.”

People who have concerns about an adult being abused should contact the County Council on 0300 500 80 80. For more information visit www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/abuse

Hospice in Mapperley on hunt for new Trustees

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Hospice in Mapperley on hunt for new Trustees

A charity in Mapperley is seeking volunteer Trustees for its Board who can bring their knowledge and expertise to support people with a terminal or life-limiting illness.

Nottinghamshire Hospice say they are particularly keen to hear from people with a background in health, social care, law, marketing or business, or with experience as a carer or volunteer.

Tracy Madge became a Trustee in 2016 after a career spanning 37 years in nursing, and NHS management. Tracy is a registered general and mental health nurse who has been Director in a Primary Care Trust – said the hospice values inspired her to join.

“She said: “The hospice has always been an icon for supporting people at the end of their lives. I wanted to volunteer for an organisation that has wonderful values and that puts patients’ needs first; the hospice does that. I knew a Trustee role would use my senior management and clinical experience to support and shape the organisational strategy,”

The role entails attendance at up to six Board meetings and six sub-committee meetings a year plus the AGM and strategic planning days. Trustees are also encouraged to represent the charity at public events and take part in promotional events.

Tracy draws on her experience to influence decision making, manage risks and develop policies and is soon to spend two days a month talking to patients and staff and visiting other hospices to share best practice. She also champions the hospice with former colleagues in the NHS and social care to promote the benefits of working together.

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PICTURED: Nottinghamshire Hospice

“The hospice needs skills from all corners of the spectrum.” Tracy added. “I bring board skills such as governance and strategy but across the group we bring finance, clinical, planning, business, retail and other experience to support the hospice.

“It’s a privilege to be part of the hospice and it gives me enormous satisfaction knowing I am making a difference to people’s lives, not only those that are dying but those that care for them. I also thoroughly enjoy the hospice social side, such as joining in the quiz night to raise money whilst having a fab night out with great food!”

Becoming a Trustee offers opportunities for personal and professional development plus the chance to be part of a team of skilled people passionate about helping others. Relevant training is provided and Trustees are reimbursed for expenses incurred through the role.

To apply or find out more, please contact Rowena Naylor-Morrell on 0115 910 1008 extension 234, or visit www.nottshospice.org/jobs/trustee/ for a Trustee Recruitment and Information Pack.

The closing date for the current round of recruitment is Friday 22nd June 2018

Residents call for action over road damage and potholes on Carlton Hill

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Residents call for action over road damage and potholes on Carlton Hill

Angry residents are calling for action over the state of a road in Carlton which they say needs urgent attention.

People in the area say the potholes on Carlton Hill are damaging vehicles and also causing cyclists to swerve in an attempt to avoid the holes.

Residents also told Gedling Eye they are ‘questioning the professionalism’ of VIA East Midlands, who maintain the roads on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council, after fresh road markings were painted across a number of the potholes, which they say should have been repaired first.

Philip Parr is one of the residents unhappy with the current state of the road.

Mr Parr said he met with Via East Midlands last month to discuss the issues with them.

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DAMAGE: A picture residents say shows where road markings have been painted over a damaged section of the road (PICTURE: Philip Parr)
Photos showing damaged sections of the road leading to Carlton Hill (PICTURES: Philip Parr)

He told Gedling Eye: “I met with VIAEM some weeks ago but had mixed views with their responses.

“I am fully understanding that they have to work within an agreed budget but I have received emails from them giving assurances that extensive work would be carried out on Carlton Hill. The road has been deteriorating over the past few years

“I am aware of some cars having damaged caused and cyclists have to avoid the large holes in the road.

Mr Parr was also critical of recent work which took place on Carlton Hill.

He said: “Not only have VIAEM failed to repair the damage road surfaces but they have then proceeded in painting white lines over the surface of the damaged road – in some cases across the potholes

“I do not know what their reasoning is to painting a road that firstly requires repair. It would seem sensible to repair the road first, then re-paint the road.

Gedling Eye contacted VIA East Midlands and Nottinghamshire County Council for a response.

Councillor John Cottee, Chairman of the Communities and Place Committee, at Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “Our primary objective is to keep the roads in Nottinghamshire safe

“Officers from Via East Midlands have been in extensive contact with Mr Parr, including a face-to-face meeting with a Senior Officer.

“Mr Parr’s concerns were discussed and these included worn hatch markings on the road surface which have now been renewed.

“We also advised Mr Parr, along with other local residents, how to report any potholes with a depth greater than 40mm which constitute a safety defect.

“Carlton Hill is inspected on a monthly basis and inspectors make any safety repairs as necessary. They also report back on the overall condition of the road and whether it should be considered for inclusion on any future programme.”

2018 Tour of Britain: Route includes villages in borough

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2018 Tour of Britain: Route includes villages in borough

The 2018 Tour of Britain will come through the borough as the race heads through the county for the third year running.

Nottinghamshire has been chosen to host the penultimate – and longest – stage of the OVO Energy Tour of Britain cycle race.

Ravenshead and Newstead have been included in this year’s route.

The biggest free-to-attend sporting event returns to Nottinghamshire this year on Saturday, September 8 starting in West Bridgford and ending in Mansfield.

The announcement comes on the back of last year’s successful event which attracted 210,000 supporters on the day – one of the biggest turn-outs across the eight stage race across the UK.

The race boosted the Nottinghamshire economy by more than £3.4m.

With a global TV audience of millions, once again the eyes of the world will be on Nottinghamshire when 120 of the world’s top cyclists race the longest stage which is approximately 223 km long (139 miles)

The route will take in key Nottinghamshire landmarks such as the new Sherwood Forest Visitor centre, Newstead Abbey, Clumber Park and Trent Bridge Cricket Ground.  The race will travel through many town and villages in the south of the county as well as taking riders over the iconic Trent Bridge for the first time.

Councillor Kay Cutts, Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council said: “We are absolutely delighted that the race will be returning to our great county on Saturday 8 September – and will take in every district, including the City area.

“Last year’s event really was a fantastic day and shows that Nottinghamshire has what it takes to host a sporting event of this scale.

“We hope even more residents and visitors will turn out in force  to experience this fantastic event this year – and let’s hope the county reaps even bigger economic benefits”

Mick Bennett, Tour of Britain Race Director added: “The turn-out for the Nottinghamshire stage last year really was incredible.  The viewing figures for ITV4 show that Stage Four was popular with the audience at home too, with half a million people tuning in to watch the highlights– attracting the highest ratings of any of the other seven highlight shows.

“So we are delighted to be returning to Nottinghamshire as this year’s route  makes it seem like  a completely different county!  We are taking in a lot of new areas, approaching a significant part of 2017’s route  from the opposite direction as well as having hillier sections this time.”

The economic impact report [PDF] commissioned by national Tour of Britain organisers showed that spend on food and drink was by far the biggest contributor to the local economy last time (almost £1.13m) followed by accommodation costs (£611k).

More than 39 per cent of those who turned out to watch the race had travelled from outside the county – therefore attracting around 81,000 visitors to Nottinghamshire.

Other figures shown in the report include:

  • Average daily spend for day visitor was more than £27
  • Overnight visitors spend more than £101 on average
  • Almost two-thirds of spectators said the race had inspired them to cycle more
  • Half of those attending came with their families.

For further details of the route and how to get involved check our website.

Check out further details of the full national route.

“Be vigilant” say police after Woodthorpe burglaries

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“Be vigilant” say police after Woodthorpe burglaries

Police have issued a warning to homeowners after four vehicles were stolen during burglaries taking place over the past week.

Four cars were stolen from two different properties in the Woodthorpe area of Arnold by means of burglary.

They both occurred overnight and both the attacked properties were left insecure.

Now police are warning residnets to  ensure their properties are more secure.

A spokesman for Gedling Police said: “Securing your home is the best way to reduce the chance of you becoming a victim of burglary.

“Most domestic burglaries are committed by opportunist thieves looking for the easiest way of getting into your home without being seen or disturbed. Sometimes they don’t even have to use force – they get through an open window or door.

“Look at your home through the eyes of a burglar. Are there places where a burglar could break into your home without being seen? How would you get in if you had forgotten your keys? If you could get inside, so could a burglar.

They added: “Can we ask that you remain extra vigilant and if you see anything or anyone acting suspiciously, please do not hesitate to contact us on 101 or if an emergency, 999.

WhatsApp warning issued to people in Gedling borough over Alton Towers free ticket giveaway scam

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WhatsApp warning issued to people in Gedling borough over Alton Towers free ticket giveaway scam

People in Gedling borough have been targeted by a convincing new scam which promises free tickets to Alton Towers.

We were contacted by readers who were keen to warn others not to fall for the scam message being sent out over WhatsApp.

The apparent trick message spoofs the theme park’s website and offers five tickets to 500 families.

Once the link has been clicked on, people have to answer a series of questions before being asked to share the offer via WhatsApp and enter their details.

PICTURED: An example of the scam message doing the rounds on WhatsApp

Pat Gibson from Carlton got in contact and urged us to alert readers to the scam.

He said: “I received one of these on my phone. I was tempted to click so I could take the grandchildren.

“It said the tickets were being given away to celebrate the park’s ‘110nd birthday’.

“I remember the park opening so I then realised this was a bit suspicious. It’s only when I looked online and saw lots of others receiving the same message that made me delete it.”

A spokesperson for Alton Towers said: “We are aware of a ticket offer being shared on social media that claims to be from Alton Towers Resort. This is NOT a genuine offer, or in any way affiliated with Alton Towers.

“Action is being taken to remove this offer and we urge guests not to share their personal details or forward the offer to their contacts. The safest way to buy tickets is always to go directly to our website www.altontowers.com.”

Pupils treated to Biogas bus trip through borough for book launch

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Pupils treated to Biogas bus trip through borough for book launch

Children from a city school were treated to a ride through the borough on one of its new fleet of biogas buses, which then dropped them off for an action-packed morning at Gedling Country Park.

Around 60 children from William Booth Primary and Nursery School, in Sneinton, took a trip on Greta the Gas Bus on Thursday, as part of the launch of the latest in a series of books promoting sustainable transport.

Greta drove the children up to Gedling Country Park, where the youngsters learnt about solar energy and went on a butterfly walk, before being given copies of the book, which aims to inspire young children to use environmentally-friendly public transport and help them travel safe.

Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke said; “I was delighted to meet the children off the biogas bus and to welcome them to Gedling Country Park.

“The park is the perfect place to talk to the young people about clean air and renewable energy and we are fully supportive of the work Nottingham City Transport are doing to create cleaner ways to travel.”

BOOK: Greta the Gas Bus

Anthony Carver-Smith, marketing manager at Nottingham City Transport, said: “We’re delighted to support the launch of this initiative and we’re looking forward to welcoming these pupils to a tour at our gas fuelling station in the near future.”

Greta the Gas Bus is the fifth in a series of books that began with Ellie the Electric Bus, and also includes Marvin the Medilink. Last year, the series was shortlisted last year in the Marketing Initiative of the Year category at the UK Bus Awards.

Copies are distributed to local schools, and libraries throughout Greater Nottingham. They can also be viewed online here.

The event comes ahead of Clean Air Day on June 21, during which all citizens are encouraged to do something to tackle air pollution – however small. This could include walking or cycling to school, or taking the bus or tram.

Latest news from Calverton Preservation & History Society

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Latest news from Calverton Preservation & History Society

In this month’s column we chart the history of the Calverton Preservation Society to mark their 50th anniversary.

The early years….

The Society was formed in June 1968 by Eileen Cupitt and several local residents with the aims of developing a spirit of communal pride, the protection of a rural atmosphere, preservation of the natural, visual and historic amenities and the establishment of a village museum.

During 1969 concerns were raised regarding the number of neglected cottages in the village which could be potential homes, road widening which could lead to an increase in traffic speeds and plans for 150 new homes on Bonner Hill.

Pres members also helped “clean up” Georges Lane where 20 tons of rubbish, including old motor cycles and washing machines which had been dumped in the hedge bottoms, was collected in just one day!

Also about this time the Pres supported a public petition against plans for a petrol station and garage on the site of the old Co-op shop in Main Street.

PICTURED: The former Calverton Co-op Shop, with the White Lion in the background

The following year (1971) a small derelict cottage on Main Street was presented to the Society for use as a Museum and during the next few years various events, such as social evenings and garden parties, were held to raise money in order to restore the cottage. Many people, including pupils from the Frank Seely School, helped in the renovation of the building.

PICTURED: A local farmer provided transport for a framework knitting machine to be installed in the Museum

Also in the early 70s the Pres was concerned about the threat of demolition of Windles Square and cooperated with the Notts. Building Preservation Trust in a renovation scheme to secure the future of the area.

In another project at that time the Pres collaborated with the local branch of the Workers’ Educational Association to undertake a thorough survey of the village. The final Report was used by Notts. County Council as the basis for the establishment of three Conservation areas, Labray, Burnor Pool and Windles Square.

After several years of hard work, the Folk Museum was finally opened in July 1975.

PICTURED: Eileen Cupitt, founder of the Preservation Society, standing outside the Museum

By the early 1980s several sites in and around the village were under threat, principally green belt land at Dark Lane. The “Green Belt Inquiry” continued for several years until in 1985 the Dark Lane was protected from the risk of development…..for the time being!

To be continued.

PRES CLIPS

  • A planning application has been submitted to GBC by Oscar’s Lounge and Restaurant for permission to retain existing external advertisements and signs for 5 years.
  • A few years ago a planning application which would have created a natural cemetery between the top of George’s Hill and the entrance to the Calverton Hill Hospital was withdrawn. Recently the plan has been revived as apparently Redhill cemetery is nearly full and additional space is required in the area. The proposed new cemetery providing for about 100 funerals a year would have 3 areas, conventional, woodland and natural sections, together with a car park which would be accessed by updating the existing track on the bend near the Hospital entrance. In addition it is proposed to create a new footpath leading from the bus stop.
  • The Environment Agency has applied to GBC to install a Ground Mounted array of Solar Panels close to a boundary at Calverton Fish Farm on Moor Lane.
  • Work is due to begin soon to replace a gas main on Mansfield Lane which is likely to cause disruption to traffic.
  • Calverton Folk Museum is open for visitors 2 till 4 pm. Sunday June 24th.

For more information call 0115 9654843 or email  pressoc@ntlworld.com

Borough gears up for annual Arnold Carnival

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Borough gears up for annual Arnold Carnival

This year’s Arnold Carnival is just around the corner and will once again take place in the grounds of Arnot Hill Park

This free event, which takes place next weekend (June 16-17), boasts one of the best line ups in the carnival’s history.

Over 40 live music and dance acts will be performing on the main stage during the weekend and there will also be arts and crafts activities, a fun dog show, fun fair, BMX and skateboarding sessions and a memorial flypast.

Saturday’s headliners are THAT 80’S ROCK SHOW will be performing some of the biggest 80’s glam and hair-metal rock classics and power ballads from bands such as Def Leppard, Kiss, Whitesnake and many others.

Sunday’s headliners will be bringing the stadium rock to the park. There will be performances from Queen tribute act Real Magic and Take That and Robbie Williams tribute Take@That.

HEADLINERS: That 80s Rock Show will be entertaining the crowds on the main stage on Saturday night

HEADLINERS: That 80s Rock Show will rock the crowds on the main stage on Saturday nightAlong with performances from professional musicians, there will also be a variety of community music, dance groups, local school bands, choirs and solo artists performing over the weekend.

The carnival has more to offer besides music, with over 150 craft, charity and trade stalls and a dedicated food and drink court with a fully licensed bar. Children’s arts and crafts activity sessions will be hosted by Gedling Play Forum and a fun dog show will also be taking place over both days of the event.

The event is free to attend on both days with something for all the family to enjoy.

Parking is limited but there will be, for the first time, additional spaces available at the Home Brewery car park on Sir John Robinson’s Way, thanks to Nottinghamshire County Council who has opened the staff car park for the weekend.

For more information about the carnival go to www.gedling.gov.uk/events

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