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Local contacts

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Dentist 01623 798611

Rainworth Library, Warsop Lane

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Childline: 0800 1111

NHS Direct: 0845 4647

Online help at: http://www.nhs.uk/NHSDirect

Age UK: 0800 00 99 66

Asthma UK Advice line: 08457 01 02 03

Domestic violence helpline: 0808 2000 247

FRANK: 0800 77 66 00

Stroke Helpline: 0845 303 3100

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Rainworth Miners Welfare, Rainworth Village Hall, St Simons & St

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Rainworth Miners' Welfare Football Club is preparing to compete next season at

their highest level ever, following their promotion to Division One South of the Northern Premier League.

The Wrens, whose nickname comes from the popular local pronunciation of the

village name, finished runners-up to Bridlington Town in their first season in the Northern Counties East League Premier Division last season, to secure their second successive promotion and their third in five years since the arrival as manager of local celebrity Rudy Funk.

Now, at long last, the club has emerged from the shadow of that famous

achievement in 1982 when, as a humble Nott's Alliance club, they reached the Wembley final of the FA Vase. They will now be plying their trade in the fourth tier of English non-League football, just three divisions below neighbours Mansfield Town.

Average attendances at the Kirklington Road Stadium in the season just ended

were 100, but a large proportion of that support came from outside the village community. So club officials are calling on Rainworth people to get behind and back their own local club and they are offering a wonderful deal to entice the local populace through the gates at Kirklington Road.

Admission charges in the new league will be £6, with concessions at £3. But the

Wrens are offering season tickets at £80 (£40 concessions), which represents a massive saving over the 21 home league matches, (if all league matches are attended), of £46 (£23).

So why go out of the village for your football? Support and be proud of your local team? For further details or to obtain your season ticket contact club secretary Les

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Introductions &

Invitation to Get Involved 2

Hot News & Information 3

Looking Good & Feeling Great in 2010 4-5

Our Young and Our Future 6 & 7

What’s On Locally & in the

Surrounding Area 8-11

Marathon Media: Building Businesses 12-15

Making a House a Home 16-17

Marathon Media: Strengthening

Communities 18 & 19

A Healthy/Sporty Village & Last

Minute News 20

GREAT NEWS AND FEEDBACK WELCOMED

Thank you to those who keep emailing regarding local news, events and feedback. Please address to the Editor; email: [email protected]. Postal address available on request. Deadline for news articles is Friday 6th August 2010. Please keep sending information so we can keep the newsletter ‘hot and fresh’!

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Welcome to the July/August 2010 edition

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Although we stand as an independent, non-political newsletter we get asked so many questions regarding various local issues including; the incinerator, the wind turbines, the swimming pool and the various regeneration programmes currently being considered; including the Lindhurst Scheme by the Mansfield D.C. (see www.mansfield.gov.uk/lindhurst consultation).

Previously we have avoided political/sensitive issues, but we now recognise as a community newsletter you want to know what is happening. Therefore we are going to provide as much information as possible regarding these concerns in our village, over the next few months. . However, I am only the messenger and please if you have any issues, complaints or concerns do not write to me as all contact details will be given for the relevant people. Got any questions, please either email me or place on the comments section of our blog on www.rainworthreporter.wordpress.com and we will try to find the answer and print in the next newsletter.

We have taken a brave decision to take the above on board so we trust that you will respect us for this. My view is only that I want a stronger support system in place for everyone in Rainworth, more opportunities for our local businesses, a better chance for our young and a more caring community for the lonely and the elderly. Full stop. C/O Diane Carter. Editor Marathon Media Thank you

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Marathon Media: Strengthening Communities

Rainworth & Blidworth District Branch of the Royal British Legion Meet at The Venue, formerly Potters on the first Thursday of month at 8pm. Ring: 01623 797975 for more information

Blidworth and Rainworth

Women’s Institute We meet every first Thursday of the month at our usual venue of Blidworth Methodist Church Hall at 7.30pm. Come along for friendship and fun. It was lovely to see new members in June‘s meeting and more new members always welcomed. At the June meeting we had a talk from the National Trust . On the 1st July we are looking forward to a presentation by the Voluntary Services Overseas. There is no August meeting.. For more details contact Mary Ledger on 01623 799095 or Jean Richards on 01623 795403.

Blidworth & District Art Club For experienced and any budding artists, the above club would like to remind you that they meet at Blidworth Methodist Church each Tuesday from 7pm – 9pm This is a group of enthusiasts who use the medium of their choice to paint in the company of others and exchange ideas and help. Interested visitors are always welcome

For more details contact Jean Richards on: 01623 795403

Dates For Police Surgery Rainworth Village Hall

Wednesday 14th July 10 and Wednesday 18th August 10

Police News Rainworth: Now the warmer weather is upon us, the young people are gathering at various ven-ues to socialise. Sadly, we have seen an increase in juveniles being sold alcohol in outlets around both Blidworth & Rainworth. We are keen to continue these operations and will act robustly due to the connection of young persons committing criminal activi-ties when under the influence of alcohol. At 5.30pm on Friday 30th April 2010 PCSO's Walker, Arins and Sue Miller, (Anti Social Behaviour Officer) seized alcohol from an adult male on Preston Road who had just been given £10 payment together with the cost for the alcohol in order to enter an off licence and purchase alcohol for 2 juvenile females. All three persons were issued with stop forms and checks were made within the store to ensure ID checks were carried out of the driver. The driver of this vehicle later admitted to myself in interview that he had been paid by the juveniles to supply the alcohol and had done this many times due to being paid for the task in hand! He was later out of pocket by being issued with an £80 fixed penalty notice for this offence. I previously reported that the Anti Social Behaviour Officer; Sue Miller, together with the Blidworth & Rainworth Beat Team had been conducting street consultations and door to door visits along Rufford Road, Lime Tree Place and Birch Avenue, Rainworth. The young offenders identified have been interviewed and dealt with by a police record and 6 month acceptable behaviour contracts. The evaluation letter is being delivered by hand to residents today (Sunday 23rd may 2010). I am confident that the anti social behaviour issues and the damage to residents fences have ceased but I encourage your feedback when we revisit your area. We are experiencing increased levels of anti social behaviour on Preston Road and the surrounding areas once again. The latest incident was at 02:30 am this morning (Sunday 23rd May 2010) where numerous young persons were drinking alcohol and smashing bottles about. This includes littering and groups of young persons intimidat-ing residents and shop owners. Please do report any incidents on the following num-ber as without your support we cannot analyse where to focus our presence. 0300 300 99 99. We have changed our shift patterns to police this ongoing trend and welcome your thoughts on specific times and days when areas are targeted. Now that we have completed the consultation process on Rufford Avenue and sur-rounding areas, Sue Miller, ASBO, PCSO Deb Walker and I, will be organising a street consultation within the Preston Road and surrounding area, in order to focus on your concerns. Please look out for the letter which we will be delivering through your door and please spend a few minutes completing the three questions asked of you. We will then collect the letters 2 weeks after the date delivered and begin the process of targeting those areas you have highlighted. This is not a quick fix but a slow and ongoing process which I am confident will reduce the anti social activity and increase public confidence once again. We targeted this area in 2008 with a huge amount of success and I aim to restore the balance to what we achieved back then. This area will be focussed on for a minimum of 3 months taking us into the summer period. There has been a rise in burglaries within the cluster area of Sherwood and whilst we are fortunate enough not to have suffered any burglaries within Blidworth & Rainworth, please do not become complacent by leaving doors and windows insecure. If you spot anyone acting suspiciously or do not recognise individuals within the area you live then please contact us on 0300 300 99 99 or alternatively if you feel you need to contact us urgently, then please ring 999. We will never criticise your concerns and will always welcome any information that help to keep our communities safe. Thank you for your time once again, I will be available on the contact numbers and email below alternatively please ring 0300 300 99 99 to report any non urgent inci-dents. C/O PC 505 Annette Johnson. Beat Manager for Blidworth & Rainworth area [email protected]


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Local Church Services St Mary’s and St Andrews

St Mary's Blidworth: Sunday 9.15am Holy Communion St Andrew's Blidworth: Wednesday 9.30am Said Holy Communion & 1st Sunday each month 12.30pm Said Holy Communion St Andrew's Blidworth: Coffee Morning 1st Saturday in the month 10.00 am -12.00 noon

St Simon & St Jude's Rainworth Sunday 8.00am Said Holy Communion & 10.30 Holy Communion (2nd Sunday each month an All Age service). Thursday 9.30am Said Holy Communion St Simon & St Jude's church coffee shop is open Thursday-Sat 10.00-12.00. C/O Rev Hazel Robinson

Methodist Church Sunday Services Blidworth 10:30 am

Rainworth 10:30 am and 6:00 pm Farnsfield 10:15am and 6:15 pm (not every week) Bilsthorpe 10:30 am

C/O Rev David Greenwood Methodist Minister

St George's Catholic Church, Rainworth Sunday Schools CONFESSIONS St Patricks Nursery & Primary 8.30 am - 8.50 am 01623 478090 MASS- 9am All Saints HOLY DAY MASS 7pm 01623 474700 Weddings & Baptisms by Arrangement. Parish Priest: St Patricks, Forest Town Tel: 01623 622705 www.stpatricksandstgeorge.org

Local Associate Priest Due to Retire

Beryl Allsop, Associate Priest at the churches of St Mary of

the Purification, Blidworth and St Simon & St Jude’s,

Rainworth is retiring at the end of June.

She has been ―vicar‖ in the village for over nine years and has

become a familiar figure in Blidworth and Rainworth, becoming

involved in many aspects of community life. Possessing a gift for

working with children she not only occupies Thursday evenings with

the ―Jesus and Me‖ (JAM) club but is also a governor at Blidworth

Oaks School and a Guide leader. She engages with adults and young

people with learning difficulties at ―Faith and Light‖ at Rainworth,

and is active in initiatives such as ―Churches Together‖ whereby

different denominations plan joint events to develop closer

relationships between them.

I had very unusual parents: they never went into debt.

Let me say that again as it is hard to believe; they never had a car loan,

a mortgage or any other form of debt in their lives. Not getting mar-

ried until well into their 30‘s meant that their joint savings allowed

them to buy their first house with cash – nothing grand, just a terraced house with a cellar. Everything else was then saved up for. If my sister

and I wanted something we had to save up for it - no advances on

packet money. When I was given an autograph book by some well-

meaning relative one Christmas, Dad wrote in it ‗Look after the pen-

nies and the pounds will look after themselves‘.

I know that I am lucky. I was able to go to University with my tuition

paid for, with Local Authority grants to live on, and left with about £10

in my bank account but no student loan to pay off. Young people to-

day have no alternative if they want further qualifications, but to go

into debt (unless their families can afford to subsidise them). In my

first job I was saving up for a deposit on a house, today I would have

been paying off thousands of pounds of loans.

Forcing young people into debt has been, and still is, Government pol-

icy. As we now realise, the whole of our economy has been built up

by borrowing, it has become an accepted and essential part of our

culture. As a country we owe billions and now we have to start paying

it back. The first cuts have been announced, more will come in a few

weeks, more will come in the Autumn and even more will come in

each of the next few years. My parents‘ ideas may have been boring

but they did avoid a lot of trouble.

What can the churches do? Firstly, we have an alternative to the

‗borrow and spend‘ culture. We have a gospel which proclaims that

you are loved by God whether you have the latest fashion or gadget

or not; that says that giving and sharing are much more important than

keeping and possessing. It is a gospel that says that the person you

are, is infinitely more valuable than the stuff you have accumulated.

This isn‘t a judgemental ‗We told you so‘, but an alternative to the

consumer society. However, this is not all.

Public Services will be affected and others will be expected to pick up

the pieces. Churches are one of the community groups that people will look to. Already, the Sherwood Forest Community Church has

the Money Advice Centre and the Turnaround shops. But I am sure

that there are other things we can do and should do. So, over the

next few months, as services are cut, what could the local churches be

doing to help. Please let us know.

Article C/O David Greenwood (01623 491474)

On a more functional level there have been several

improvements to St Mary‘s during her time here

including the installation of a toilet, decorating, re-

wiring and fitting a loop system for the hard of

hearing. However the people who have met her in

the course of her duties will remember her as a

warm, friendly and easily approachable person who

puts them at ease in what can sometimes be difficult

or stressful situations.

Never a person to sit around, plans for retirement

include ongoing work on her home, getting to grips

with craft activities that she has not mastered and

of course spending more time with her grandchil-

dren.

Article C/O Susan Payne, Church Warden, St

Mary‘s Blidworth.

News and Information


Update on the Energy Recovery Facility on the Former Rufford Colliery Site c/o Veolia

―Veolia ES Nottinghamshire has recently written to the Planning Inspectorate to confirm to them that we wish to proceed with the Inquiry into our plans for an Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) at the former Rufford colliery site. Following recent meetings with other stakeholders, the additional ecological assessment work requested will be undertaken in the next few months and this will be put into the public domain prior to the reconvened Inquiry. Since early 2006, we have worked very closely with Nottinghamshire County Council and the Rainworth community to deliver a multi-million pound Energy Recovery Facility on the former Rufford colliery site. The facility will divert Nottinghamshire‘s residual waste away from landfill and deliver huge economic investment and new jobs to the Rainworth area. We are very much looking forward to reconvening at the Public Inquiry on 28th September to continue to work through the planning and legal process to achieve this. Article C/O Amy Roberts Waste Awareness Officer. Veolia Environmental Services Nottinghamshire Ltd. Unit 4, Chase Park, Daleside Road, Nottingham, NG2 4GT. www.veolia.co.uk/nottinghamshire

Inspector gives Veolia one last chance C/O P.A.I.N. Campaign At the Pre-Inquiry Meeting held on Monday (7th June 2010) at

the Rainworth Village Hall the Planning Inspector, Mr. Rupert Grantham, granted Veolia a final opportunity to provide additional evidence to the Inquiry into proposals for a Sherwood Forest incinerator. Veolia now have until the end of July to circulate a shadow appropriate assessment of the potential impacts of building and operating a waste incinerator on the Greenfield site owned by UK Coal. The site, once a car park servicing the former Rufford Colliery in Rainworth, near Mansfield, is currently a nesting site for endangered birds. Surveys carried out this year show four breeding areas for woodlark and nightjar in and around Veolia‘s application site, strengthening the case for declaring it part of a Sherwood Forest Special Protection Area (SPA). Veolia has so far failed to provide evidence that would rule out significant adverse effects on the integrity of the potential SPA. To date Veolia have not been able to agree a methodology or a definitive list of sites to be included in any assessment with either Natural England or the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. The Inspector has now set a strict deadline for the assessment, warning Veolia that failure to rule out adverse effects could mean that the Secretary of State would refuse planning permission for Veolia‘s incinerator proposal for this reason alone. Both Natural England and the Wildlife Trust agreed to continue to assist Veolia by supplying information, and by continuing to seek agreement regarding the scope of the assessment. It remained unclear how Veolia would be able to meet the deadline, and there was disagreement that their report would be sufficient. The Pre-Inquiry Meeting also confirmed that People Against Incineration (PAIN) will be allowed to submit further evidence arising from the release of previously redacted portions of the £850 million waste contract between Veolia and Nottinghamshire County Council. Veolia‘s report is due to be released by the end of July, with Statements of Common Ground to be agreed by 6th August. Any new Proofs of Evidence will need to be submitted to the Planning Inspectorate no later than 10th September, to enable the Inquiry to resume on Tuesday 28th September when Natural England are expected to give their evidence and be cross examined. C/O Shlomo Dowen.

To discuss, contact Shlomo Dowen, Co-Chair of the Legal & Research Team for People Against Incineration (PAIN) on 01623 640134 or [email protected]

RAINWORTH INCINERATOR FROM BOTH SIDES

Take That Tribute Comes to Rainworth For

‘Party In The Forest’ On 4th July. If you are looking for the Greatest Day out this summer then head down to

the picturesque forest of Ransom Wood, and enjoy the top line up of music

acts on stage for ‗Party In The Forest 2010‘.

The event, which starts at 12pm and goes on till 11pm will feature headline

‗Fake That‘, the first and most popular tribute band to Take That including a

Robbie Williams tribute. Popular local reggae acts Rankin Steady and rock

band Polaroyd are amongst the 14 strong band line-up on the day.

Profits will go to Dancing Eye Syndrome which affects organiser Paul Jones‘

three year old daughter Taylor. She was diagnosed with DES last year after

she began to struggle to walk, talk and use her hands.

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given causes are remarkably similar: ―I was

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raking...moving the lawn…‖

The sudden burst of sunshine will tempt many into their first bout of manual work for

months; to trim back the ravages of winter and those all gales.

―Sadly this happens year after year‖ say local chiropractor Thomas Jeppesen of 20 St John

Street, Mansfield. ―It is very important to look after your back, especially when undertaking a

form of exercise that you are not used to. If you want to stop gardening back pain and be

able to appreciate all the hard work the next day, then follow these top ten tips:

Gently stretch your muscles and ligaments for a few minutes before and after gardening; but

don‘t bend down and touch your toes – this can cause damage. Wear light but warm clothes and make sure your back is covered at all times. Kneel on one led rather than bending your back repeatedly. Use long handled tools to prune tall plants. Use only a small spade/form for digging and keep your back gently hollowed. Do not always work to one side, vary your position. Don‘t do the same task for long period, vary your tasks. Keep your back straight when carrying. When finished have a hot bath or shower. Do not sit for too long in your favourite armchair afterwards. Stand up and regularly walk

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Making a House a Home


GARDENING TIPS We are all out there enjoying the sun. Gardens are looking great but a few jobs to keep in mind!

Watering – water early morning or late afternoon, droplets on the lawn, flowers or foliage can cause scorching in the mid day sun.

Remember water needs to go deep down to the roots. A good soaking once or twice a week is more beneficial than a light dusting

every day. If putting in new plants soak well in a bucket before planting

Tubs/Pots – same applies for these. In this heat baskets and pots will require regular watering once or even twice a day. A liquid

feed should be applied to keep plants in top condition

Ponds – need a general check. If algae appear remove

immediately. Ensure oxygenating plants are still there and

add more if required. If warm weather is causing

evaporation be careful to top up slowly – if too much water

is added in one go the temperature may drop.

Fruits – if like me you grow your own strawberries feed

them with a liquid fertilizer high in potassium. Try to pick

ripe fruits with the crown attached, the fruit will last longer

and the plants less prone to infection. Remove straight

suckers from fruit trees.

General – fertilize borders and hedges. Although lawns

need mowing, leave slightly long as the heat will scorch

short turf. Roses need dead heading and a feed. Remove

flowers from perennials when past their best as a second

flowering could be achieved.

Enjoy those lazy summer days , C/o Annette G.S

Gardencraft 01623 796653/07895 042610


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Tel: 01623 490301 or visit our shop for individual support & advice. 63—65 Mansfield Rd, Blidworth

NEWARK & SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL

OFFER 3RD WHEELIE BIN!

Newark and Sherwood District

Council is conducting a survey to

see how many households would be

interested in having a third wheeled

bin for garden plant waste. The

service would cost around £26 per

year, with additional bins being

available for an extra charge.

Newark and Sherwood District

Council needs at least 4,500 people

to say they would like the service

before it can go ahead. So if the

response to the survey is low the service may not happen at all! The area included in the

survey is likely to be much bigger than the area serviced by

any resulting pilot scheme so to give Rainworth Parish

Council the best chance of being included we encourage you

all to respond if you‘re interested.

You can tell the council that you would be interested in the

service on their website:

http://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/gardenwaste

By calling 01636 655 600 or by filling in the form on one of

the leaflets being circulated around the area.

Professional Touch Kitchen and Bathroom Specialist

Tel: 01623 870 393 or Mob: 07973 624 777

www.professional-touch.co.uk

We offer a professional installation service

using our own fitting teams, who are fully

qualified in the following trades:

Joinery * Electrics * Plumbing * Tiling

* Plastering


Looking Good and Feeling Great Summer 2010

TIRED, SORE, UNCOMFORTABLE FEET?

Do you suffer from corns, calluses, ingrown nails,

overgrown nails, thick nails (which are difficult to cut)

hard skin? These can all be treated simply

Are you diabetic? Please look after your feet as this is can be an

area for problems.

Do you suffer from sore, cracked, dry heels? Do they bleed?

These are called fissures which need to be ‗pared‘ down removing

all the dead skin in order for new skin to knit together to heal the cut. Paring means reducing the

dead skin which is painless and easy to do. Feet will be soaked in a foot spa containing softening

crystals before skin is removed. This treatment doesn‘t take long and is very effective.

I can help relieve and treat any of the above. For any information or advice please call me and

I will be glad to help.

HOLIDAY FEET!

Why not get your feet ready for summer? Treat those cracked, dry heels so they look good and

are ready to bare in your sandals. For a visit in the comfort of your own home. Fully insured

and registered, for professional treatment and advice call:

07985 252028. C/O Foot Health Practitioner. Tracy Inwood, DipCFPH, MPSPract, MVR

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Tracey Inwood DipCFHP MPSPract MVR

Home Visiting Practice

Tel: 07985 252028

To arrange an appointment

Nail Trimming

Corn/Callus Removal

Verruca Treatment

In growing Toenails

Diabetes Treated

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NEW FASHION EDITOR FOR MARATHON MEDIA

Hello Everyone, my name is Rebecca Hall and I am 17 years old. I am currently studying English Language,

Biology, Art Textiles and Media Studies at AS level. In my free time I have job in in a local pub, I also enjoy

socialising with friends, shopping, figure skating and looking at fashion. In the future I would love to become

a journalist, a fashion journalist to be specific. Diane kindly said I could write a small piece in this newsletter

to get a good taste of what writing editorial articles is like and to give me experience which will help me in

the future. My first fashion article is below. Hope you all enjoy reading it.

Festival Fever — From Glastonbury and Bestival to T4 on the beach and V - festival dressing is about one

thing: preparation, preparation, preparation. This edition I have searched the high street for perfect and affordable festival gear.

A Few Tips — Make like Kate Bosworth, Camille Belle and Rosie Huntington-Whitely at Coachella - while the sun is shining, indulge in jazzy, geometric and bold prints. In case of downpours and mudslides, pack a Peruvian poncho, or a favourite for this summer – an Eva Nip canvas hood. Accessories should be hardy but lightweight. Ditch your Chanel clogs (useless on uneven terrain), in favour of espadrilles, gladiators or Hunters.

Ice Wash cut off gilet Topshop - £30

Canvas Boots

Topshop - £35

Beige Crop Crochet Cami

Miss Selfridge - £18

Floral print geeky

glasses – Asos - £10

Floral Playsuit

Urban Outfitters - £52

Bum Bag

American Apparel - £9

Classic Surplus Jacket

Urban Outfitters - £65

Floral spandex leggings

American Apparel - £36

Rebecca Hall — Fashion Editor

Our Young and Our Future


The Local Libraries

Summer Reading

Challenge this

year called "The Space Hop" is to be

held at Bilsthorpe,

Blidworth, Farnsfield

and Rainworth

Libraries. They include Blast Off -

to create a display in your library

Alien Encounter - make an alien friend

Space Chase - create a flying saucer

Hanging out in Space - make a planet mobile

Ages 5-9 years All are free admission No booking needed

Dates: Bilsthorpe Fridays 30th July,

6th August, 13th August 10.30-11.15am Blidworth Mondays 26th July, 2nd & 9th Aug 2.30-3.15pm

Farnsfield Fridays 30th July, 6th & 13th Aug 3.00-3.45pm Rainworth Tuesdays 27th July, 3rd & 10th Aug 11-11.45am

Launch Day is Saturday 17th July 11-12am 4-12 years with activity sheets, word searches, decorate your shapes etc. Come along and enjoy the fun at your local

libraries. C/O Ann Whitworth Rainworth Cluster Manager (jobshare). Bilsthorpe/

Blidworth/Farnsfield/Rainworth Tel: 01623 793775 or 01623 796347

FAMILY SUPPORT WORKERS REQUIRED

HOME-START DUKERIES based in Edwinstowe require

Family Support Workers. Unpaid positions but with

generous travel expenses and loyalty bonuses. A great

introduction to family support work - many of our

volunteers gain employment.

We have a new course starting in September 2010.

For further information please call tel: 01623 823353.

(Parenting experience is an essential requirement and all

volunteers are subject to enhanced CRB)

In partnership with

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Marathon Media— Building Local Businesses

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Data recovery & Hard disk cloning. Quotes for full system builds, laptops or system upgrades to the latest Windows Se7en

operating system, or just increasing speed for business or gaming.

Portland Print Services

Portshel Printing has re-launched as Portland Print

Portland Print provides quality print services to a

variety of highly satisfied clients.

Origination and Design

Litho printing

Colour copying

Digital printing

Free quotes and consultation

e-mail: [email protected]

Portland Print: 01623 491255

Fit to work? What every

employer needs to know

From April 6th 2010 the current ‗sick note‘

has been replaced with a ‗fit note‘. The new system entitled ‗Statement of

Fitness for Work‘ has been introduced by the Government to try and tackle

absenteeism problems, which cost the UK economy an estimated £100bn a

year. Employment lawyer, Phillip Harding, of Tallents Solicitors in Newark,

comments,

“Previously GPs could only comment that an employee was „unfit for work‟ but under

the new rules the doctor can comment that the individual may „not be fit for work‟ or

„may be fit for work and may set out comment to assist in a return to work‟. This

means that GPs can advise employers of the employee‟s ability to return to work

under certain conditions, such as temporary working arrangements.”

The HSE estimates that 32.9m working days are lost annually from people

taking time off because of illness. This new system will help people return to

work more quickly, relieving the associated business pressures like overtime

for staff covering for absent employees, lost production time or missed

deadlines. Phillip continues,

“The doctor can now comment on how the patient‟s medical condition will impact

upon their ability to carry out their working responsibilities and also help the

employee and employer engage in a discussion about how the employee can

gradually resume their previous role.

This may entail a phased return to work, changes to duties or working hours or

possibly physical changes to the workplace itself.”

Employers are not legally bound to comply with the doctor‘s

recommendations but they must be careful not to fall foul of the Disability

Discrimination Act, so it is wise to seek legal advice if unsure of what to do.

Also, the changes do not replace the role of occupational health advisers in

the workplace. Phillip finishes, “The new system is not designed to force people to

return to work before they are ready but rather to encourage sick employees to

speak to both their doctors and employers about how they can effectively return to

work with the emphasis on what they can do, rather than what they can‟t. ”

Tallents can advise both employees and employers on their rights and legal

position regarding the new ‗fit note‘ system. Contact Phillip on 01636 671881

to arrange an appointment.

For more information, contact Tallents on 01636 671881

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CHILD BENEFITS & TAX CREDITS

There is a lot of information available from the government web sites, but you do have to look around and be patient to get the information you require.

Useful numbers and web sites run by HMRC are Phone 0845 300 3900 (this line is busiest between 9-30am and 2-30pm and after 4-00pm Text phone 0845 300 3909 Web site http://www.direct.gov.uk/tax credits Use your internet browser (Google) and put in tax credits Working Tax calculator see: www.workingfamilies.org.uk HMRC tax credits – Do I qualify – www.taxcredits.hmrc.gov.uk

You can employ people to act as advisers. These people require the completion of an authorisation notice – TC689 - This covers relatives, friends, employers and 3rd party organisations (which are registered) such as Citizens Advice – not accountants

My advice is: Keep a file and notes of times, dates and the identification of any person you have spoken to,

together with as much confirmation as possible. Copy any forms/correspondence you may have completed and sent. Make sure you keep

notes/letters you may have as a follow up to that particular form/letter. Speak to 3rd parties if you are unhappy with advice given, use people like Citizens Advice as

they are trained in this type of thing and may even direct you to other sources of information. Make sure you inform the relevant people of any changes whatsoever as soon as possible. If

not before. If you have an accountant, although they are not covered by the TC689, include them in the

completion of the forms, as doubtless they will need to supply financial information if they act for you.

Have your file/information ready if you make a call to the Revenue – such as any identifying references together with current information regarding income for yourself and your partner if you have one – details of any benefits you may currently have together with any which have just stopped – your usual number of working hours – the average amount you spend each week on childcare (which has to be from a registered supplier)

Best of luck and fingers crossed that the new government gives us the help we need when we need it.

Article c/o Keith Knight of Knights Accountants

The Hard Facts

Time was when you started work at 16, worked till State Retirement age and

finally retired to live happily on your pension. Now we are all living longer and

retirement is more complicated. Many people are considering working past

retirement age: some because they want to, some because they have to.

A common question is ‗Do I have to take my retirement income all at once?‘

Well it‘s entirely up to you. You may wish to take the tax-free cash and delay

taking income or you may wish to take just a portion of the available income.

There are now over 10 options for today‘s retiree! Make sure you know

what these are before making any decisions

In today‘s retirement market, 9 out of 10 people buy a lifetime annuity from

their existing pension provider without exploring their ―Open Market Option‘

and miss increasing their increasing their income by up to 40%

In April 2010 the minimum pension age rose to 55 years and State Pension

for Women is moving from age 60yrs to 65yrs in 2020 – do you know your

entitlement to State Pension?

If you think you will be affected by these changes, or wish to discuss how on track

your pension is, please contact:

Shirley Skeels for a free initial consultation

Office : 0115 9665079 Mobile : 07801 290172

Email : [email protected] Website : www.itmakessense.net

Sense Financial Solutions Ltd is an Appointed Representative of Mint Financial

Services Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services

Authority

Our Young and Our Future


A Starry Night at The Joseph Whitaker School

The recent Joseph Whitaker School‘s 2010 Year 11 Achievement Evening was a sparkling success, thanks to the hard work and achievements of our pupils... and two very popular guest presenters!

Twiggy and Emma, hosts of the Radio Trent FM Breakfast Show, joined members of staff along with Head Boy; Laurence Russell and Deputy Head Girl Grace Lowe on the stage to present pupils with their Record of Achievement. Dozens of pupils also received special Faculty Awards; The Derrick Newey Award, The Headmasters Award and The Governors‘ Award, which reflected their efforts in academic areas, their individual contributions to the school and extra-curricular achievements.

Awards were also presented for 100% attendance and outstanding representatives for each Year Group.

Special guests Twiggy and Emma were so impressed with our students‘ successes, effort and presentation on the night that they mentioned the school several times on their show the following morning, describing our students as ‗fantastic.‘

Guest presenter Twiggy said: ‗Having struggled myself at school and chosen to do things the hard way, it‘s great to see so many young people at The Joseph Whitaker School doing things the right way.

‗The level of achievement we have seen tonight is fantastic. We have visited a few schools where we weren‘t sure about their ethos, but the atmosphere at The Joseph Whitaker School is brilliant.

‗We were made to feel welcome by all the staff and students from the moment we walked through the doors.‘

Headmaster John Loughton said: ―It really was a fabulous evening. I am very grateful to Twiggy and Emma for taking the time to come to the school and for making the evening special with their particular and infectious brand of humour. It really was good of them to spend so long with us, particularly as I know what time they have to start work on the breakfast show. I am biased, but I endorse entirely Twiggy‘s view of the school. Our young people are exceptional and their achievements should receive fulsome recognition. It was an evening they deserved and will remember for the rest of their lives.‖ Article C/O Joseph Whitaker School PR Department.

I think the world is magic


Just because it‘s there

So many things to look at

So many things to share

Magic could help me listen

If I could not see

When stars and moon glisten

They would speak to me

Magic could help me see so well

If I could not hear

So many wonderful colours

And all so crystal clear

Magic helps me smell and taste

Touch textures coarse and

fine


For it‘s YOURS and MINE

A poem from Thynks publications

Thynks Publications

This light hearted poem (on the left) is from the children's poetry book; Hats for Cats, by local author;

Christine Michael.

Watch this space for regular poetry and short stories from Christine

Christine also publishes adult poetry and short stories and is available for public presentations. Website:

Http://christinemichael.org/bardsa

tblidworth

Contact Christine Michael

[email protected]

"I would just like to say a great big thank you to Mark Walker of Mark Walker Photography, for coming along and taking some photos of me to update my business portfolio. Mark made me feel relaxed as I find photo shoots terrible scary. We did some serious photos and some fun too.‖ ―Thanks Mark". Diane Carter. Editor.

What's on Locally and in the Surrounding Areas


Formerly Potters

FREE balloons and head

‗wobblers‘ for children* COME ALONG TO SUPPORT ENGLAND

England v USA

Saturday 12th June 7.30 pm

England v Algeria

Friday 18th June 7.30 pm

England v Slovenia

Wednesday 23rd June 3.30 pm

Special Drink Offers During the Games

*Must be accompanied by adults

The Venue Kirklington Rd Rainworth

THE VENUE, formerly Potters Snooker and Social Club on Kirklington

Road, Rainworth has changed its licence in order to welcome everyone. The membership requirement is now in the past as THE VENUE is the future and open to ALL. The premises have undergone a refurbishment and offers excellent facilities for socialising and all functions, from informal parties to that romantic wedding. There are two stylish function rooms and there are NO ROOM HIRE CHARGES to pay. The popular Sunday Lunch Carvery continues and will be extended in July to Wednesday evenings from 5 to 8pm. It's the same quality with the same value. From Tuesday to Saturday THE VENUE has an extensive Bar Meals menu. THE VENUE has a lovely decked beer garden where families are welcome.

THE VENUE retains Potters Snooker and will continue to offer 7 excellent snooker tables. There are also pool tables, darts, dominoes, a golf society and the Rainworth, Blidworth and District branch of the Royal British Legion to join and of course, an excellent drink of John Smiths Smooth, Carling, Fosters, Strongbow, Guinness and many more products to enjoy at favourable prices with regular offers and promotions.

Look out for nights of 'live' entertainment and special events throughout the year. There is also Sky & Sky Sports to watch on the TV or Big Screen and of course THE VENUE will be showing those World Cup matches. Come on England!!

Come on Everyone to THE VENUE!! See advert top left for contact details.

C/O Sandra Overton.

The Venue

BBQ‘s & Sweepstakes

THE PERFECT VENUE FOR

YOUR WEDDING DAY

The Classic or

Regent Room Small or large weddings Full Catering Service Available

25 years experience of organising your perfect day.

Call Sandra now : 01623 797975

Also available for Parties, Anniversaries, Meetings, etc

Formerly

Potters

Kirklington Road, Rainworth

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Business Support Group

The White Post Restaurant, Farnsfield,

Mansfield. NG22 8HN

Next Meetings Tuesday 6th July & Tuesday 3rd August 2010

7.30 am—9 am

ONLY £5.00 for attendance - Includes light refreshments

Scared you May be Made Redundant?

Thinking of Starting Your Own Business?

Want to Promote Your Business?

Why not come along to the NNN Business support Group

Great way to make lots of new Business Contacts

July Meeting: Question and Answer Forum

The Budget:

How will it Affect YOU?

Accountant: Keith Knights from Knights Accountants and Independent Financial Advisor: Irvin Robinson from

St James Place and Chairman of Mansfield 2020 will be

here to answer your questions.

To book please contact: Chair; Diane Carter

Tel: 01623 404299

or email: [email protected]

ww.nononsensejustnetworking.wordpress.com

Want to Lose Weight ? This is the time of year when suddenly we may

realize that a few pounds or more have sneaked on! There are various remedies out there to assist with losing weight including;

special diets, various weight loss support groups and exercise programmes, DVDs, etc. It can all be confusing and do they work?

We spoke to one of our regular advertisers and NNN members: Margaret Turner who offers alternative

remedies for people who are fed up with dieting but want to lose weight permanently.

Margaret stated “Our methods are unique as they help to change our client‘s relationship with food, enabling them to

effortlessly lose weight, become the size and shape they desire and then stay in control of their eating. Our methods retrain the

subconscious mind, which is the part of the mind that holds all our habitual patterns of behaviour and food related beliefs.

Whilst having the treatment, our clients also start to feel physically more relaxed, mentally calmer and, so much more confident within themselves‖.

Do these techniques last though Margaret as so many people lose weight only to put it back on again?

When people go on diets they are restricted in what they can eat and sometimes feel deprived of the food they love, maybe it is

biscuits, cake or chocolate. Because they feel deprived it‘s easy to go back to the bad habits and the yo-yo process starts losing

a few pounds and then putting it all back on. Our treatments have nothing to do with dieting but they do change the way clients

think about food, changing bad habits for good ones, and in our experience the results are usually long lasting.

You advertise alternative remedies such as ‘Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy’, ‘EFT’, ‘NLP’? What are they?

Why not visit our website to find our more or call us and we can explain further. All of these techniques have been proved and

tested over many years and much of our work comes from recommendations from clients we have treated in the past. C/O

Margaret Turner. The Clem Turner Hypnotherapy Cognitive and Behavioural Practice. Call: 01623 556234

www.clemturner.co.uk (See advert front page).

Welcome on board new members: Clem and Margaret Turner of

the Clem Turner Hypnotherapy Practice. Please read their

introductory membership article below:-

http://www.clemturner.co.uk



A NEW DIRECTION AND APPROACH TO BETTER BUSINESS

Thank you once again to our Specialist Business Advisors:--

Shirley Skeels of Sense Financial Solutions Shirley offers regular advice on handling your finance correctly and planning for the future. See article page 14.

Keith Knight of Knights Accountants

Keith our very ‗honest‘ accountant provides us with lots of information

regarding tax issues within your business. See his article page 14 related

to working tax credit and how to ensure you keep up to date and don‘t receive a fine or ‗back-pay‘ bill.

Tallents Solicitors

Tallents offer various articles related to legal issues in business and on

the domestic front. See article on ‗Fit for Work‘ page 15.

Have any questions you would like to ask our Specialist Business

Advisors? Please send via email to: [email protected] by the

30th July. Please send your name and address, (can be withheld) and

telephone number.

This is your business section and we are here to help support you at

whatever stage of your business.

Diane Carter, Editor & Managing Director of

Marathon Marketing

FACT OR FICTION?

FACT: The best form of marketing is ‘Word

of Mouth’. However, if you are a new business you

need a client base to put this into operation and

advertising can be a great option, whether in a

newsletter, magazine or through posters, fliers or

business cards. The message needs to be out there! Once you have some

customers then set up a good recommendation scheme to win more business

through these clients who ‗love you. Watch this space for the 3 ‗R‘s of

recommendation in the next edition

FICTION: Advertising is a Waste of Money! As in the words of Henry

Ford ―50% of advertising words and 50% doesn‘t—it is just finding the right

50%‖. All advertising should be budgeted, targeted, monitored and assessed.

One off advertising RARELY WORKS. Advertising should be part of your

marketing package and a good media outlet such as Marathon Media., offers

advice and support to ensure you get value for money, effective advertising.

Look out for our 5 Great Advertising tips in the next edition.

Have any questions give me a call on: 01623 404299 or email:

[email protected]

Marathon Marketing Company Ltd www.marathon-marketing.co.uk

Business Support and Advice Business Link —Offers support no matter what stage your business is at. Regular grant availability & information related to beneficial events and networking www.businesslinkeastmidlands.co.uk Nottinghamshire Business Ventures:-For business advice and support. Call: 0844 576 3611 or email: think [email protected] www.nbv.co.uk Newark & Sherwood D.C. Enterprise Scheme Information, grants, workshops for new & expanding businesses. Tel: 01636 655277


What’s on Locally and in the Surrounding Areas

THE BARDS POETRY GROUP Next meeting is at Blidworth Library

July 17th - 10a.m. to 12p.m

'IMPROVING YOUR POETRY FOR PAGE AND STAGE'

A workshop with Maureen (Mo) Richardson of Momentum (Entry £5

per person to Maureen as her expenses include fees for her assistant as

Mo is disabled) Your written poem(s) will be critiqued on the day

August 21st - 10a.m. to 12p.m.

Bring your poems to read out and share and discuss with the group

Website: ttp://christinemichael.org/bardsatblidworth

Contact Christine Michael

[email protected]

A Thank You from Labour's Emilie It was a huge privilege to be Labour‘s candidate for the recent

General Election in Sherwood – I was born in Rainworth, went to

School in the constituency and have lived Sherwood the majority of

my life. I am writing to thank everyone who has shown me such

support and friendship over this time.

I would particularly like to thank those who supported me in the

recent election. While thousands of people across the area put their

trust in me, on this occasion it was not enough. I wish our new

Conservative MP, Mark Spencer well and congratulate him on his

victory. I hope he always puts Sherwood people first and serves local

people as a full-time MP as he pledged to do in the election campaign.

I take from the campaign many memories and huge inspiration from

the people I met across Sherwood. Whether it was the mother in

Clipstone whose life had been transformed thanks to the local Sure

Start centre; the local people of Rainworth who together campaign

to safeguard our local environment; the people of Bilsthorpe who

give up their own time to re-establish the village hall; the family in

Farnsfield who knew what a difference the Child Tax Credit made or

the pensioner in Blidworth who told me the free concessionary bus

pass had given them huge freedom.

Despite our defeat, I am certain that the Labour Party in Sherwood

will continue to be a strong voice – campaigning to protect jobs,

families and public services which are so important for local people.

Over the next few months I will be out and about talking to local

people about local issues and particularly the impact of decisions by

the new Conservative-Liberal government. Some of the decisions

already announced will have a serious impact on local people such as

the cuts to job programmes, cuts to university places and cuts to

abolish the Child Trust Fund.

Our hard working Labour councilors and I will keep a close eye on

the impact of cuts in local government too – whether plans to

continue rebuilding our schools will now be torn up – affecting

Dukeries in Ollerton, Joseph Whitaker in Rainworth and Holgate in

Hucknall.

For my part, I will continue to do what I can to hold our new

Conservative MP to account and to help to make Sherwood an even

better place to live. Once again, thank you for your support maybe

next time!

C/O Emilie Oldknow

Labour Parliamentary Candidate for Sherwood 2010

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We have invited Mark Spencer our elected Sherwood MP to offer

input and hope we shall have an article from him in the September /

October edition.

Table Top Sale 16th July St Andrew’s Mission Hall The Crescent,

Blidworth, Time: 6pm – 8 pm (setup from 5pm)

Cost per Table: £3.00 Refreshments available Contact Mary Harris on: 01623 794389 or

Sharon Winders on: 01623 793312

Monthly Coffee Morning at St Andrew’s Last Saturday of the

Month. C/O Sharon Winders St Mary‘s P.C.C.

LAKE VIEW SUCCESSES We have had a very successful time in school over recent weeks. Choir: Our school choir entered the Mansfield Music & Drama Festival. They performed really well in all the 4 categories they entered gaining a 1st, a 2nd, a 3rd and a merit. Many congratulations to the choir and Miss Hall who comes in on Wednesday’s to teach them. Netball: The school‘s netball team came Runners Up in the annual Kirkby in Ashfield District Netball Tournament. They played five matches winning four and narrowly losing to the overall winners.

Lake View also won the Joseph Whitaker High 5‘s Tournament and now go on to compete in the Newark and Sherwood Finals on 19th May. Many congratulations to Mrs. Hall, Miss Kirby and the girls.

Mixed Basketball: The Basketball team won the Mansfield Rally winning all three games. Many congratulations to Mr. Hoult and the players. Boys Football: The Y5 Boys Football Team won the recent Dukeries 7-A-Side Tournament. They now go forward to the County Finals next year. Girls Football: The Girls Football Team won their Cup Semi-Final against Heatherley, winning 3 – 2 in extra-time. This is the girls first success for a few seasons as they have been through a period of rebuilding and are still a predominantly young team. Many congratulations to Miss Beaumont and the girls.

Reading

Staff and parents were really pleased to see 72 children achieve Gold reading awards for last half-term. Thirteen children achieved Silver awards and 13 more children achieved Bronze awards

C/O Mr. Foster, Lake View

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RAINWORTH MINERS WELFARE Events:

Mon Night 7.45 – 10.30pm 50 50 Dancing, bingo & ‘Open the Box’ £1.50 Tues Night 7.30-11pm Blitz modern jive lessons & dance to follow £7.00 FOR lessons Wed Night 7.15 – 9.15pm Family bingo. Great cash prizes. Raffle –Children allowed Thurs Night 5.30 - 9.00pm Karate classes - All ages for children

Thursday in Lounge Bar—Darts & Domino knockout competition with prizes. Entry Fee applicable for Darts & Dominos. Fri Night 7.45—10.30pm C/Room Dancing, 50/50 & Bingo £1.50 Dancing

Sat Night 8 - 10.30pm Family bingo – children are welcome, FREE colouring books & crayons Sun Night—Sequence Dancing as well as the regular Quiz and Bingo—call the welfare for times £1.50 Dancing

Fancy a party—room hire only £35 Members, £70 Non-members—up to 6 hours Bouncy castle £30, Disco £45 for 2 hours £70 for both. Great fun party! FREE clown with Disco

Northern Soul - Last Friday in every month - 8 pm to 12.30 am - £3 entry - payable on the door.

RAINWORTH VILLAGE HALL Events:

Ballroom & Sequence Dancing—Friday & Sunday 8—10 pm—Dancers Welcome Learn How to Paint and Draw Anything!—Step by Step instruction with local artist. Contact R.V.H.

The Big Training Company— Enhance your Computer, Maths and English skills. Tues and Thurs. 10am to 4pm Details call: 01636 705174 Royal British legion—meet at Potters Snooker Club 1st Thursday of the month—8pm call: 798844 4th Rainbow Brownies—For five to seven year old girls. Held at St Simon & St Jude’s Church. Friday 4.45—5.45 pm. New members

welcome. Call Pat Holmes on: 01623 795239

3rd Rainworth Brownies meet at Rainworth Methodist Church at 6m on Fridays. More details please phone:01623 629879

Hire our facilities for your family functions, business events. Bar available, also bouncy castle and children’s

parties

TO AMEND ANY OF THE ABOVE PLEASE CONTACT EDITOR ON: 01623 795623 OR EMAIL:

[email protected]

Rainworth Village Hall Kirklington Road, Rainworth, Notts.

Tel: (01623) 490382 For hire for Weddings, Parties, Functions, Dances, etc

www.rainworth-village-hall.co.uk

Bar also available

CHALLANDS FARM BOARDING KENNELS

COLLECTION AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE

FURTHER DETAILS

CONTACT: YVONNE

BOOTH

TEL: 0115 965 2073

MB SERVICE CENTRE

Independent Mercedes-Benz

A NEW LOCAL SERVICE & REPAIR CENTRE

Leach Way, Burma Road, Blidworth.

Specialised MB Technicians

Over 18 Years MB Experience

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Tel 01623 792948



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Ingoldmells Highbury Caravan Site

Quiet setting -10 minutes

walk from market and beach

All dates available from

Saturday to Saturday

Tel: 01623 797431 or Mobile:07748937949

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Decorating .

Household Goods.

299 Southwell Rd, Rainworth.

Tel: 01623 795875

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YOUR LOCAL FENCING FIRM IN

RAINWORTH

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GENUINE TANALISED TIMBER

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TELEPHONE OFFICE:01623 462072

MOBILE: 07971 839345

RAINWORTH MINERS WELFARE

Great facilities for Weddings

birthday parties, anniversaries etc

Catering and disco available

Concert Room Hire (up to 250 people) from £35

Bouncy castle £30 Disco

GREAT PRICES - A SUPERB

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Call: 01623 792495

Kirklington Road, Rainworth

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Stump grinding available

Any variety of hedges trimmed & lowered

All types of fencing & gates supplied & erected

Professional service — Fully Insured

Based in Rainworth

Tel: 01623 798268 or

Mob :07899 746 866



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