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Controversial plans for battery farm between Lambley and Burton Joyce approved

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Controversial plans for battery farm between Lambley and Burton Joyce approved

Plans to create a new battery farm between Lambley and Burton Joyce were given the green light last night by councillors.

Gedling Borough Council’s planning committee debated whether the plans to create this will go ahead – and many voiced concerns.

They were debating the application from Grenergy Renewables UK Ltd to create a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and associated infrastructure on land at Burton Wood Farm on Spring Lane.

BESS are now being built across the UK to help balance the electricity grid, which is becoming increasingly powered by renewables.

The systems hold electricity generated from renewable sources such as wind turbines and solar farms.

Developer Grenergy said that fire safety and preventing noise pollution would be at the ‘forefront of all considerations’ at the proposed site.

They also claimed the site would power 300,000 Houses per hour and save 1.77 tonnes of carbon over a 40-year period

Many councillors raised concerns around noise and fire risks during the meeting.

Cllr Sam Smith, who represents Trent Valley ward on Gedling Borough Council, told the committee he would be voting against plans.

Land earmarked for the new BESS site near Lambley (IMAGE: Google)

He said: “I’ve read in the report the Fire Authority are inconclusive on whether this application is safe. Well, I’m not inconclusive of whether we should risk the life of residents as a result of passing this application. It’s complete nonsense.”

Cllr Russell Whiting, who represents Colwick ward, also raised concerns about fire risk.

He said: “I don’t think we should be being asked to support an application that the Fire and Rescue Service are not in support of.

“There are, there are obviously issues around battery fires. There was a recent incident in Mansfield, and I know there are issues with putting them out. I know that paragraph 12, one of our report says, quote, fires are rare, and there have only been two. But I suspect the people living near those two sites might take a different view to whether fires are rare or not.”

Despite concerns, nine councillors voted to approve plans and seven voted against which resulted in planning approval.

Gedling mayor to take on gruelling 80-mile cycle ride from Notts to Skegness for Parkinson’s cause

David Bratton
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Gedling mayor to take on gruelling 80-mile cycle ride from Notts to Skegness for Parkinson’s cause

Gedling’s mayor is gearing up to ride more than 80 miles from Nottingham to Skegness in a bid to raise cash for charity.

The Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Ron McCrossen will cycle from Nottingham to Skegness on May 3, 2025 to raise funds for Parkinson’s UK.

His wife and fellow councillor, Viv McCrossen, will join him on this ride, which will be on a route that covers over 130 kilometres – which is more than 80 miles.

Councillor McCrossen has chosen Parkinson’s UK as his chosen charity for his year in office.

He aims to raise £1,000 through this event and is well over 70% of the way there with supporters have already contributed £669 towards this goal.

He wants to raise £10,000 in total for Parkinson’s UK charity by the end of his Mayoral year in May.

Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Ron McCrossen said: “Parkinson’s is a condition that affects so many people and their families. I wanted to do something that would help raise awareness and support the vital work of Parkinson’s UK.

“Cycling to Skegness will be a real challenge, but with Viv by my side and the support of local people, I’m determined to get there. Any donations, big or small, will make a real difference.”

To donate, visit his JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/mayorgedlingbikeride2025

Boost for market in Arnold as cash from prosperity fund pays for upgrade to stalls

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Boost for market in Arnold as cash from prosperity fund pays for upgrade to stalls

Cash from a Government fund has paid for improvements to stalls on Arnold Market – providing a much-needed boost to traders.

Over £20,000 is being spent on the market and has so far paid for new table tops, canopies and skirts for the stalls permanently based in the town’s Eagle Square.

The cash is coming from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.

The fund also paid for recent changes to the landscape of Eagle Square to make it more accessible.

PHOTO: GBC

The market temporarily relocated to Eagle Square in 2022 following the creation of the town’s AMP building, but will now reside there permanently following a consultation.

More than 130 shoppers, business owners and traders were asked for their views by Gedling Borough Council.

The authority said 48% of residents were in favour of the permanent relocation, while 62% of business and all market traders supported the plans.

Suggestions from the consultation included more variety in market stalls, regular deep cleaning of the area, and introducing specialist markets such as farmers’ or artisan events, the council added.

Following the consultation, council leader John Clarke said: “Arnold Market is a key part of the town’s identity, and keeping it at Eagle Square is the right decision for the community.”

The council is now looking for new traders to take up stalls on the market.

If you are interested in trading on the market, visit Gedling Borough Council’s trader information page and download the Market Traders Application form: https://orlo.uk/7Dt5Z

Red noses at the ready – Rivendell View care home residents team up with local school children to raise cash for Comic Relief

Emily Sanchez
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Red noses at the ready – Rivendell View care home residents team up with local school children to raise cash for Comic Relief

Staff and residents at Rivendell View Care Home in Stoke Bardolph teamed up with pupils at a nearby school to hold a bake sale to raise money for Comic Relief’s 40th Red Nose Day on March 21.

The residents were joined by pupils from Rivendell Flying High Academy for the sale that raised almost £200 for the BBC charity.

The care home’s talented chefs whipped up an irresistible array of homemade cakes, which were sold after school at Rivendell Flying High Academy by pupils and care home residents.

Pupils from Rivendell Flying High Academy with residents and staff from Rivendell Care Home at the cake sale for Comic Relief

Leading the charge were head boy Alix and head girl Alice, who teamed up with Brian, Janet, and Rita from the care home to charm the crowds and sell out the treats.

Every penny raised went straight to Comic Relief and the donations make it possible to help fill the shelves of baby banks, community food centres and fund vital community-led services.

Cara Stockill, HC-One’s Rivendell View Care Home Manager, stated: “I am so proud of everyone involved to collaborate with the school and students to raise an amazing amount of money for such a worthy cause.”

Morrisons in Netherfield to open ‘mums-only’ checkout lanes and make them feel truly special with free chocolate to celebrate Mothering Sunday

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Morrisons in Netherfield to open ‘mums-only’ checkout lanes and make them feel truly special with free chocolate to celebrate Mothering Sunday

Morrisons in Netherfield is opening mums-only checkouts this Mothering Sunday to speed up the shopping trip and help make all mums feel truly special.

The Mums’ Lanes will be opened on Mother’s Day (30) for one day only, and the supermarket giant will also be giving away boxes of Guylian chocolates at these checkouts to ensure mums leave the store with a smile and a sweet treat.

The new checkouts will feature signage so they can’t be missed by mums and be staffed by Morrisons welcoming Customer Assistants. Assistants will offer to scan items at a speed to suit each individual mum and help with packing the shopping should mums wish them to. 

The new checkouts will feature signage so they can’t be missed by mums (PHOTO: Morrisons)
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The lines will be open for one day only at Morrisons in Netherfield

In addition, Morrisons Customer Assistants will help entertain the children – by asking them to identify different sorts of supermarket products and by inviting them to see how they operate the tills. The aim is to make the shopping experience as easy and enjoyable as possible for mums and their family. 

Gareth Lloyd, head of marketing events at Morrisons, said: “The reality is that many mums still end up doing chores like the weekly shop on Mother’s Day – even though it is supposed to be the day that they are spoiled! Therefore, we’ve launched Mums’ Lanes in stores to give a little something back to all the mums shopping with us on their special day.”

Latest Gedling borough crime map: what’s been reported on your street?

Gedling Eye Reporter
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Latest Gedling borough crime map: what’s been reported on your street?

Hundreds of violent and sexual offences were reported to police in Gedling borough in January 2025.

Each month Gedling Eye charts every crime in the borough on an interactive map for readers to stay on top of what is happening and where.

Vehicle theft

The map can be found below.

This month, our map reveals the location of every crime reported to Nottinghamshire Police in January 2025 (the latest available full month of data).

The map shows location, type of offence, and outcome or current status of the police investigation.

Readers can use the online tool to see what happened near their homes, schools and places of work and build an understanding of the county’s crime hotspots.

By far the greatest number of reported offences were violent and sexual offences, with a total of 211 such offences reported in the borough

This was followed by anti-social behaviour 97 reports, shoplifting with 64 reports, criminal damage and arson 43 reports, public order offences 38 reports, 27 reports of people in possession of drugs, burglary with 23 reports and 21 reports of vehicle crime.

The least reported crimes were possession of weapons (6), bike thefts (5) and robbery (4).

Women in Gedling borough invited to join new weekly classes that will ’empower them’ through strength training

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Women in Gedling borough invited to join new weekly classes that will ’empower them’ through strength training

Women in Gedling borough are being invited to sign up for new weekly fitness classes being organised by the council that will empower them through strength training.

The classes are being set up as part of a new partnership between Gedling Leisure and Her Spirit – a community-driven sport and fitness app designed to help women access safe, inclusive sports and physical activities. 

With this new partnership, Gedling Leisure have introduced weekly ‘Couch2Kilos’ strength training classes designed exclusively for women.

The classes begin from March 31 at Calverton, Carlton Forum and Redhill Leisure Centres and aim to empower women by providing additional support, expert coaching and a welcoming environment, to build confidence in strength training, including teaching how to lift weights safely.

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre is one of the venues hosting the new classes

Research from UK Active shows that women often experience insecurities and anxiety about exercising. In response, the new strength training classes will offer structured guidance to help women develop their fitness skills and become more active with confidence.

Women can also sign up for a free 12-month premium membership to the Her Spirit app via the Gedling Leisure website. The app provides access to a supportive community, fitness advice, online workouts and challenges. By signing up to the Her Spirit app, women can also claim a special 2-week Gedling Leisure pass to try out the ‘Couch2Kilos’ classes for free, as well as other exercise classes, the gyms and swimming pools at Gedling Leisure Centres. 

The new ‘Couch2Kilos’ strength training sessions will be available at Calverton, Carlton Forum and Redhill Leisure Centres. These instructor-led classes will cater to women and girls aged 16 and above, focusing on teaching the fundamentals of weightlifting, improving strength, and boosting overall confidence in a safe and inclusive setting. Additionally, they provide an opportunity for women to connect with like-minded people and make new friends.

Councillor Kathryn Fox, Portfolio Holder for Life Chances and Vulnerability said: “We know that many women face barriers when it comes to exercise, whether it’s due to a lack of confidence, time, or not knowing where to start with exercising. Too often, women feel that strength training isn’t for them, but we want to change that perception. It is especially beneficial for women going through menopause, as it helps to maintain bone density and it can reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

“The aim of these new strength training classes is to help break down those barriers providing a welcoming, supportive environment where women of all ages and abilities can feel empowered to build strength, improve their health, and gain confidence in their fitness journey.

“This exciting partnership with Her Spirit is an important step towards making fitness more inclusive and accessible, helping more women to stay active, connect with others, and feel strong in both body and mind.”

More information about how to get the free Her Spirit app membership offer and when the new ‘Couch2Kilos’ classes take place can be found on the Gedling Leisure website: www.gedling.gov.uk/Her-Spirit.

Gedling borough weather Wednesday, March 26: Fine and dry with warm sunny spells

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Gedling borough weather Wednesday, March 26: Fine and dry with warm sunny spells

Early morning low cloud and fog will slowly lift and clear to leave a fine day, with bright or sunny spells. Feeling warm in the sunshine, with light winds.

Maximum temperature 16 °C.

Tonight:

It will remain dry with clear spells overnight. Some mist, fog and low cloud forming by dawn. A touch of frost is possible in some sheltered rural spots. Light winds.

Minimum temperature 2 °C.

Thursday:

Early fog and low cloud will slowly lift and clear to give another fine and dry day, with plenty of warm sunshine. Light winds. Cloud and rain arriving overnight.

Maximum temperature 17 °C.

Outlook for Friday to Sunday:

Early rain gradually clearing to leave mostly dry and bright conditions Friday. Dry and bright Saturday. Some patchy rain is possible overnight. Dry with sunny spells Sunday. Temperatures near normal.

Gedling borough’s latest petrol and diesel prices – and where’s the cheapest to fill up

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Gedling borough’s latest petrol and diesel prices – and where’s the cheapest to fill up

Gedling Eye has compiled a list of the cheapest petrol pumps in Gedling borough. The data is sourced from PetrolPrices.com, which covers major service stations including brands like BP, Shell, and Texaco as well as supermarkets, smaller chains and independent stations.

The website combines price data from Catalist with its own crowdsource data, which comes from website users and forecourt owners. The site says it hopes to have “the most up to date and reliable price data across the industry”.

The UK’s average fuel price is 139.46p per litre for Unleaded and 146.29p per litre for diesel, according to data from RAC

The following prices were reported locally on 26/03/25

Here are the latest prices from across the borough…

UNLEADED…

Arnold

Sainsbury’s Arnold – 129.9p

Asda Arnold – 129.7p

BP Daybrook (Mansfield Road) – 131.9p

Esso Maid Marion (Mansfield Road) – N/A

Carlton

Texaco Burton Road – 132.9p

Shell Carlton Square – 135.9p

Texaco Westdale Lane (East Lane Service Station) – 134.9p

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Colwick

Sainsbury’s Colwick – 129.9p

Lambley

Lambley Motors – N/A

Mapperley

Asda Express Mapperley – 131.7p

Netherfield

Morrisons – 129.7p

DIESEL…

Arnold

Sainsbury’s Arnold – 135.9p

Asda Arnold – 135.7p

BP Daybrook – 138.9p

Esso Maid Marion (Mansfield Road) – N/A

Carlton

Texaco Burton Road – 138.9p

Shell Carlton Square – 142.9p

Texaco Westdale Lane (East Lane Service Station) – 142.9p

Colwick

Sainsbury’s Colwick – 136.9p

Lambley

Lambley Motors – N/A

Mapperley

Asda Mapperley – 137.7p

Netherfield

Morrisons – 136.7p

Town history celebrated with new wooden sculptures at Arnold park

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Town history celebrated with new wooden sculptures at Arnold park

Four new sculptures have been installed in an Arnold park to celebrate the town’s rich history with visitors.

The wooden carvings have been created and placed in Arnot Hill Park to tell the story of key points in the history of the local area.

The sculptures have been created from a beech tree that was felled in the park in 2024.

This sculpture celebrate the history of early Arnold (PHOTO: GBC)

They have been created by artist Peter Leadbeater, who has worked with Arnold Local History Group, the Friends of Arnot Hill Park and other local heritage enthusiasts to identify themes for the sculptures.

The sculptures celebrate the history of early Arnold, the Luddites, the town’s mill and industry.

Each sculpture has a QR code attached to it, where you can find out more information on the council’s website about each of these themes.

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