The Nugget

18/09/2024

18/09/2024

Community come together to raise funds for local boy diagnosed with a tumour on his brain.

I’m sure many people in the Cossall and Awsworth area are aware of this family’s situation and the wonderful things that are being done locally.
But I wanted to get this out there to the wider NG16 community.

The Forty Bridges, The Hoggs Head and The Gate Inn have joined together to hold a joint raffle to raise funds for local boy Marley aged 8 and his family.
To create some pleasant experiences to ease the trauma of the situation and also to help the family with the cost of this life changing tragedy.
Many local businesses are not only contributing to the raffle with prizes and donations but are also offering treats for Marley and the family that fall within their expertise.
Some businesses are also assisting with the necessary structural alterations that need to be made at market home with no financial costs to the family.
The Forty Bridges, are holding a fundraising day on the Sunday 20th October and The Gate Inn are holding a fundraiser event on Saturday 2nd November. Please come along if you can!

If you can help in any way at all please do not hesitate to contact myself Alison at The Nugget, Lisa at The Forty Bridges or Kim at The Gate Inn.

Alison Awsworth and Cossall ambassador

18/09/2024

What a successful 2024 season Awsworth Bowls Club have had!

As you can see, Awsworth Bowls Club have secured promotion to Division 1 with a clean sweep of 10 Wins from 10 matches.
They also finished 3rd in the Heanor League, 3rd in the Heanor Afternoon League and 4th in The Heanor Cup.
They also play in the Ilkeston & District League where they finished 5th.

5 of Awsworth Bowls Club bowlers reached 8 Derbyshire County EBF Competition Finals and Christine & Keith Oldham reached the National EBF Mixed Pairs Finals losing in the Semi-final.

3 of Awsworth Bowls Club female bowlers have played for Derbyshire County EWBF and 4 of their male bowlers have played for Derbyshire County EBF this year.

Awsworth Bowls Club have proudly held 3 Derbyshire County EBF Competitions and 1 Derbyshire County EWBF Competition, at their home green, on The Lane Recreation Ground, Awsworth.

I sure we can all agree it has been a very good year for the club.

Awsworth Parish Council would like to thank the Club and all the players for their hard work over the season and are looking forward to continuing to support the Village Bowls Club and continue to build our strong working relationship.
Good luck for next season, lets hope this wonderful success continues.

Alison
Awsworth and Cossall ambassador

17/09/2024

Cycling excitement comes to our local villages.

We were very excited to have the 'TOUR OF BRITAIN' cyclists come through many of the villages of Broxtowe on Friday. It's always a great sight, although they cycle by so quick they're all gone in a flash, it's still fun to see.

Many of the streets and main focal points were lined with villages, some standing some sat on deck chairs etc to watch the spectacle. Before the cyclists come through the media, police cars and motorcyclist whizz past clearing the way, you can hear the helicopter over head, you wait in anticipation, are they coming now, more motorcyclists zoom past, the build up is happening.

Finally the first group cycle through, followed by a huge string of cyclists, as the main group just a little time back. They all streamed past, a long with the support cars, with bikes on roof racks, ambulance and more police cars, media sources.

It all happens in a flash, a few minutes and it's over.

Here in Brinsley - Ther Parish council, laid on chairs outside the car park on Cordy lane and drinks for the crowd, as well many of the streets were lined with the public. My Mum who's in her 80's wanted to watch it and bring a long her Union jack flag to wave at them.

Afterwards it was great to see around the villages other posts of videos, pictures from others who'd had a chance to view them cycle by.

The Nottinghamshire leg went through places such as: West Bridgford to Mansfield, cycling through, Hucknall, Kimberley, Eastwood, Brinsley, Underwood & Annesley.

Luckily we seemed to have one of those Indian summer warm sunny days, which made it an enjoyable event all round, with a local talking point for the rest of the week. Topping it off with how well we're doing in the Para-Olympics, it's a joyful week for Britain.

Written by Victoria Brinsley Ambassador.

16/09/2024

KIMBERLEY EVENTS

Kimberley Town Council has announced two parties coming to the area over the next month.

The Mayor’s Soul & Motown Night is being brought back for another year to Kettlebrook Lodge on Saturday 21 September.

Partygoers can enjoy music by Dave and Jeff Soul Generation and a bar from 7.30pm till 11.30pm.

Tickets are £6, with all proceeds going to Kimberley Community Garden, Rumbletums, and the 1st Kimberley Brownies, Guides and Rangers.

The night is for over 18s only. For tickets, contact Councillor Trevor Rood on 07721534879 or Councillor Sam Boneham on 07981269027. There will be limited tickets also available on the door.

The following month, on Saturday 26 October, Kettlebrook Lodge will be transformed into a haunted lodge for Halloween.

Featuring entertainment, music, games, fancy dress and a haunted hollow, children will not want to miss the event.

The night is being split into two parties, with an earlier one from 4pm till 6pm and the later from 6.30pm till 8.30pm.

The parties are for children aged 10 and under and are 50p a ticket, with free entry for those under three.

Tickets are available from Kimberley Town Council offices, which is currently located at the cricket club and is open 11am till 2pm, Monday to Friday, or phone 0115 938 2733.

Elkie
Kimberley Ambassador

16/09/2024

Cleaner - Grade 1 Vacancy at Larkfields Junior School
Larkfields Junior School, NG16 1EP have a vacancy for a cleaner, starting in September.

Please download an application form from the website and send completed applications to Mrs Bowley via email to [email protected] or post to Larkfields Junior School, Coronation Road, Nuthall, Nottingham, NG16 1EP.

The closing date is 20th September and Interviews will take place the following week.

Type of vacancy:
Fixed Term
Work pattern:
Part Time
Number of hours to be worked per week:
The role is for 15 hours per week, 6.00am - 8.00am and 3.30pm - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Location :
Larkfields Junior School, Coronation Road, Nuthall, Nottinghamshire, NG16 1EP
Salary or Hourly Rate:
Salary is £9,067 per year (FTE £22,366) which is Grade 1 point 2 on the salary scale.


The application pack is available to download from the school website.

Please send your completed application form FAO Maddie Bowley to [email protected]

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15/09/2024

At last Gemma does her skydive for Babbington dog rescue 🪂

Some of you may remember I covered this story back in March 2023….

On Saturday 3rd August 2024.
After 2 years and 4 cancellation’s due to weather.
Finally on the 5th time( that’s five times preparing yourself for a 14000ft jump over two years.
Gemma waited 6 hours to jump as the weather needed to to be clear.
She finally jumped to raise money for Babbington rescue, Babbington Lane.

Gemma was bought the jump last year in June 2022 for her 40th birthday.
Gemma wanted to give the jump a little more purpose and use the jump to support something that she is passionate about.

"I have a passion for animals and I donate to WWF and Cats Protection.... I work as a self employed cleaner and lots of my customers have pets. I sometimes help out with their pets and I do dog walking. I just like being around animals."

Gemma has friends and family members who have rescued dogs from Babbington in the past and had a lot of praise for the wonderful work that this local non-profit organisation does.

"I thought that I’d raise money for Babbington Rescue Kennels as they do a great job for animals and it’s also something that I’m passion about."

The jump was filmed and can be viewed on her page Gemma White cleaning services and pet services.
Every penny that Gemma has raised will be going to Babbington Kennels.

Gemma is trying to raise as much money as possible for such a wonderful cause.
Below is a link to direct you to her Just Giving page if you wish to donate.

https://buff.ly/47hRRyf

Gemma wanted to say a massive Thank you so so much to everyone that’s already donated, thankyou for all your support.
Please please donate to all those animals in need . Link is attached.

Gemma told me”
You can’t hear what we’re saying in the plane but he asked me how I am and how I’m feeling . I said I’m not so bad now and feeling alright but wasn’t earlier ( before getting on plane and waiting 6 hours due to weather)
Then he said well we’re only 6000ft and it looked like we were nearly there already as it was so high. We still needed to reach 14,000feet 🪂
Please watch the video on my page”

Well done Gemma from all at The Nugget.

Alison Awsworth and Cossall ambassador

14/09/2024

DEMENTIA CHARITY RAISES MORE THAN £2000

An Eastwood charity has thanked the community for its support after a hugely successful fundraising event in the town.

The Eastwood Memory Cafe (EMC) raised £2,145.87 at its event at The Three Tuns on Three Tuns Road with events including live music, a raffle and barbecue.

And with more money still being pledged, the final total will be past £3,000.

The money will be divided between the EMC, based at Plumptre Hall on Church Street, which is dedicated to helping people affected by dementia, and the Children’s Air Ambulance.
Posting on its page, EMC said: “We raised an amazing £2145.87 with a further £1000 pledged.

"Massive thank you to everyone who supported our event in whatever capacity, in the run up and on the day, so very much appreciated by us all.

"Heartfelt thank you to all our kind and caring helpers for giving their time, with a special thank you to our epic raffle sales lady, Jan and master baker, Beryl, all absolute stars.

"Huge thank you to Steve, Kath and Shep and all the team at The Three Tuns for all their time and effort in putting this together and to Duga Radulovic for getting the ball rolling on this event.

"A special thank you to the very lovely Jethro group for the most delicious barbecue food and for their amazing kindness and generosity, amazing folks doing amazing work.

"It was wonderful to see so many lovely EMC faces who all had a fabulous time and it is so heart warming to know that we have such incredible local support, helping us to make a difference to lives affected by dementia and create lots of happy moments – thank you.”
EMC also thanked staff and customers at the Dog & Parrot in Eastwood for their support in selling and buying raffle tickets for the event.

The Three Tuns added: “Wow that’s amazing, a great day was had by all and for such good causes, well done everyone.”

Founded in 2017 the aim of EMC is to help and support people affected by dementia and their carers by providing regular meetings, planned activities, events and trips out, alongside virtual support.

It also engages with the wider community to actively encourage awareness of and kindness towards people with dementia.

For more details or to volunteer with the group, visit https://buff.ly/4eeLKge

Source https://buff.ly/3Xw5Pt6

Peter Morley Eastwood and Greasley Ambassador

13/09/2024

Our villages are surrounded with colour:

Let's give a big thank you to the council staff who plant the planters and flowers we see around our villages, to Broxtowe Borough Council and Selston Parish Council.

Ironville also has a wonderful display of hanging baskets as you drive through the village.

Brinsley has it's usual yearly array just in front of the sign, by the seat.

Selston Parish council, staff - Paul and Lorraine do a marvelous job of planting and tending to the hanging baskets and displays through-out Underwood, Selston and Jacksdale. Often we don't see the silent workers who put in a lot of effort within the community to keep it bright, tidy public paths, collect rubbish, work on the public parks and empty bins etc.

There's some beautiful displays you can see as you drive around, if you love flowers and colour like me, then you will really appreciate the effort put into them to make the displays look so special.

We'd like to thank all the staff who have worked on these and make our community and villages look so colourful, if the sun is shining or if it's a grey summer day, the displays always look so cheerful and uplift the spirit......Thank you!

Written by Victoria - Nugget Ambassador.

12/09/2024

The Phoenix Kindergarten is a wonderfully nurturing, Steiner Waldorf inspired educational setting for children aged 3 – 6 years.
Situated 83 Awsworth Ln, Cossall, Nottingham NG16 2SA

It is a small run, nurturing, loving environment where children can develop a strong connection to nature in unhurried surroundings.
Steiner Waldorf inspired education is chosen for the slow paced and nurturing focus rather than an early academic emphasis. Play, song, craft, bread and soup making coupled with a grounded discipline and loving conflict resolution.

The ethos is to create a nurturing, secure and unhurried atmosphere for our children where their imagination is stimulated through creative play. Whilst the day has unstructured elements, there is a clear and regular rhythm to each day.

Children participate in a range of activities including drawing, painting, needlework, baking, singing, group games and story time. There is a big focus on play outdoors for gardening, games and self led play. Through all of these activities, imagination is stimulated which helps cognitive development, self confidence and problem solving skills.

The Phoenix Kindergarten Stay and play dates for the autumn term:

6th Sept - no session
13th Sept -blackberries
20th Sept -bugs and birds
27th Sept -Michaelmas
4th Oct - autumn wool crafts
11th Oct -autumn leaves
18th Oct - apples
25th Oct -half term, no session

Sessions are 10.30 till 1pm. There's no need to book and you can arrive and leave when you like. Sessions are £5 per family which includes a snack.
Sessions are aimed 5yrs and younger, but older siblings are welcome to come along and join in.

Seasonal crafts and activities will be available at each session but there's no pressure to join in. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor space for free play including mud kitchen, dress up, books and wooden toys. New families are always welcome!
Go along and give it a try.

Alison Awsworth and Cossall ambassador

11/09/2024

As the long summer days draw to a close and the excitement of a new school year approaches, it's wonderful to reflect on the lively and productive term Hollywell Primary School had. From creative & sporting activities to heartwarming fundraising efforts, the school community came together in a big way, making the most of every opportunity to learn, grow, and support one another. With a new school year on the horizon, we're sure these memories will inspire even more fantastic achievements in the months to come!

The Summer Term was a busy one at Hollywell Primary. The children from Year's 4, 5 & 6 had all been on their residentials, their amazing art work was on display in the EMET art showcase at the Bonnington Gallery at Nottingham Trent University. This year's Year 6 production of Matildia was just outstanding, and they are sure that someday, some of their children will be on Broadway! Plus, there was lots of teamwork during Sports Day and the school held their second fundraising Colour Run event.

This year the children and families have raised the amazing amount of £4265.55 at the colour run. The pupils ran and walked as many laps as they could of the school field and playground whist being blasted with colour. Children received sponsorships from families and friends to raise money for an outdoor reading area to further enhance the fantastic outdoor environment they have at Hollywell.

Head Teacher Elizebeth Ellis said, 'We have had such a lovely Summer term at Hollywell, the Colour run was the highlight event. I was so proud watching the older children really look out for the younger ones and it was evident that we have such a lovely family feel at our school. We would like to say a 'Big Thank You' to all our families.

Cathy
Arts & Nature Ambassador

09/09/2024

HAPPY MEMORIES OF SANDERS MENSWEAR

Of all the stores and shops that have disappeared from the town centre of Eastwood, none will be fondly remembered as much as Sanders Menswear.

Sanders Menswear of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire was the home of quality menswear and mens formal suit hire in the East Midlands region for 80 years!

Their two high street shops (in Eastwood and Alfreton, carried an extensive selection of menswear featuring some of the worlds finest brands including Anatomic & Co., Barbour, Benvenuto, Camel Active, Douglas, Jupiter, Magee, Meyer, Peter England, Remus Uomo, Rocola, Tootal, Van Heusen and Viyella, many of which are internationally renown for their supremely stylish premium quality menswear.

Furthermore, they provided formal suit hirewear services from the Peter Posh and Cameron Ross Hirewear collections, including Wedding wear, Ascot wear, Highlandwear / Kilts etc.
Sanders Menswear opened in May of 1935. The business was opened by Mr G C Sanders, who at the age of just ten years old, lost both his parents and had to move to Birmingham to live with a sister.

At the age of just fourteen, Mr G C Sanders managed to gain employment with Foster Bros Menswear, and eventually came to live in Heanor in Derbyshire to serve as manager of the Foster Bros Menswear branch there.

Together with the financial help of his wife, Mr G C Sanders managed to open the Eastwood branch of Sanders Menswear in Nottinghamshire. The Eastwood branch of Sanders Menswear was purchased in 1960. Subsequently, a further shop, positioned in a pro prominent high street location situated in the nearby town of Alfreton was added to form a solid portfolio of local Menswear and Formal Suit Hire wear shops.

Mr Brian Sanders, and then subsequently, Mr Robert Sanders became managing directors of the family firm which had an 80+ year history!

Robert Sanders told Nottinghamshire Live back in 2022 that the decision had been made as staff there wished to retire - but that the memories they had of running the shop and serving the local community is set to live on.

“In 1932, my grandfather opened the shop at 21 Nottingham Street - so just down the road from here.”

The menswear business planned to close on March 31st 2022.

Sanders Hirewear still continues however providing a wide selection of suits, tailcoats, waistcoats, neckwear, and kilts for all formal occasions, weddings, corporate events, proms, graduations, Royal Ascot, and more, and are pleased to be continuing the 87 year legacy of excellent, personalised customer service and attention to detail long associated with the Sanders Menswear brand.

Peter Morley Eastwood and Greasley Ambassador

08/09/2024

AWARD FOR EASTWOOD BORN WRITER’S CHILDREN’S BOOK

Eastwood-born teacher and writer Marie Harbon-Gruchelska – who uses the pen name Kitty May Gruchelsk – has won the Pencraft Summer Award for her debut children’s book, Steven F Seagull & The Missing Chips.

The story is a mystery adventure written from the perspective of a seagull, who sets out to discover the cause of the ‘chipocalypse’ along with his friends.

The Pencraft Seasonal Book Awards recognise books of remarkable literary quality, artistic excellence and popularity with their readers.

Marie said: “The Authors Reading website described the book as ‘a fun tale of adventure and a heartwarming reminder of the importance of friendship, perseverance and trust.

"Grab your favorite bag of chips and join Fitzy and the CIA team on their wild journey – you won’t regret it.”

This followed hot on the heels of five-star reviews on both the Readers’ Favourite and Literary Titan sites.

The latter’s reviewer raved: “The writer’s ability to craft a charming world filled with memorable characters makes this book a joy for readers of all ages.”

Marie’s book focuses on a seagull community on the British coast, where the gulls’ beloved fried friends suddenly disappear.

They form the CIA – Chips Investigation Agency – and track suspects such as the Deny the Fry Colony and Stefano Giacomo, a seagull mafia boss who has a dastardly plot to convert all seagulls to pizza and pasta.

Marie continued: “I grew up in Eastwood and went to school at Brookhill Leys and the formerly-known Eastwood Comprehensive School.

"I then lived in Nottingham before leaving the UK to travel and teach English around the world, but my family still live in Eastwood and the surrounding areas.”

After a stint in Uzbekistan, she is now based in the Middle East and plans to write more books, some of which will be influenced by her experiences abroad.

She is offering a free activity book on her website, which is based around the characters in her story.

Her book is also available to buy on Amazon.

Visit https://buff.ly/3z5Y4kc to download the free items and for more information.
Source https://buff.ly/47dexQ9

Peter Morley Eastwood and Greasley Ambassador

07/09/2024

DOUBLE WIN FOR KYLE RYDE

Jacksdale racer Kyle Ryde took two wins and a second place at Caldwell Park plus three trophies, to close the gap at the top of the Bennetts British Superbikes Championship standings.

The race marked the end of the Championship's main season, as the riders prepare to enter the Showdown in the final three rounds, when the points value increases.

Tommy Bridewell remains at the top of the points table, 19 clear of OMG GRILLA Yamaha’s Ryde with Glenn Irwin third, a further 41 points behind.

Ryde told the Eastwood and Kimberley Advertiser:

“To win three trophies this weekend, and both important ones that come with it, is a first for me – Rider of the Round as well,” said Ryde.

“So thanks to all my team, my sponsors and everyone who believes in me.”

Ryde beat local favourite Lee Jackson by 0.791secs in the opening battle of the weekend.

Peter Morley Sports Ambassador

06/09/2024

FIRST EVER BEER FESTIVAL A HUGE SUCCESS!

Eastwood Town Cricket Club’s first ever Beer Festival was held over the August Bank Holiday weekend and was a huge success. The club wish to thank everyone who came and supported the event as well as the amazing volunteers who worked so hard to put the event on.

Some very generous local people sponsored the barrels and they include Jane (in memory of Pete), Nick Limb, Mr UPVC Ltd, Andy at Foundation Restoration Specialists, HJB Driving, 1958 Coffee House, Ranyi Sahota (Tropic Skincare), Cuccio Beauty, Owen Taylor & Sons Ltd Butchers, Speedy Freight, DJB Building & Construction and Windmill Garden Services.

Thanks also go to Jade Watson for booking the very talented Warren Ireland who performed on Sunday evening followed by the equally brilliant Molly May Hodson - Music. Plan 46 entertained on Saturday and went down a treat 👏.

Over £1100 on the raffle was raised over the weekend and there are just too many people to thank for the prizes donated but the club really appreciate you all.

And last, but not least thanks go to Kathryn and Dave at Dog & Parrot: Real Ale House because this event couldn’t have happened without you.

However, the weekend wasn't all about the Beer Festival, some great cricketing memories were made.

On Saturday the 2nd XII played against Thrumpton in a top of the table promotion chase. A great Eastwood performance saw the home team come out on top, gaining promotion to Division K.

On the Sunday the club were honoured to host the EMWCL Super 8s finals day at The Breach during which we held their official artificial net opening ceremony.

It was a pleasure to welcome Milan Radulovic, Leader of Broxtowe Borough Council as well as Jemima Dalton who represented Notts Recreational Cricket as they both helped secure funding of £15k and £10k respectively.

The nets have proved invaluable whilst the ground recovered from the flooding and also during wet weather. The club are extremely grateful to these and other companies who helped to raise the amount needed for the nets.

To round off the weekend, the club hosted a women's festival on the Bank Holiday Monday and welcomed teams from Kimberley Institute Cricket Club, Southwell Cricket Club, Farnsfield Cricket Club, Blidworth Colliery Welfare Cricket Club, Sandiacre Town Cricket Club and Spondon Cricket-Club. A great day was had by all.

Photo credits to Paul and Lesley at Eastwood Photographic Society

Peter Morley Eastwood, Greasley and Sports Ambassador

30/08/2024

GETTING UP CLOSE WITH LOCAL BIRD LIFE:

I was invited by a friend who's a volunteer at the Cromford Canal & Codnor park Reservoir Group to Sunday July 28th event.

Here's how it was advertised:

'Don’t miss an exciting opportunity to get up close and personal with our local bird life. This is a joint venture organised by volunteers from the Cromford Canal and Codnor Park Reservoir Group and The Forge Nature Reserve, alongside The South Notts Ringing Group. The Ringing group have kindly offered to put on this event, keen to share their expertise, by educating others, plus any information gathered helps with future bird conservation actions.

The South Notts Ringing group is affiliated to the National Bird Ringing scheme run by the British Trust for Ornithology, collecting data which informs the national database to influence conservation policy decisions.

Mist nets will be set up on the Forge site to catch the birds, with ringing demonstration which will include detailed information about how to age, s*x bird species and assess their health.'

The Forge site is privately owned by Sally Fisher, managed primarily for butterfly conservation. Sally was happy for the land to be used for the netting, making it a great partnership all round.

The first public meet up/viewing happened around 7.30 am, being the most exciting one, with around 30 birds being caught, ringed and let go. I arrived on site about 8.30 am, whilst I was there, the volunteers went to check the nets and came back with around 12 birds of varying ages, I saw various t**s and the the chiff chaff.

Each bird was first put in a little cotton bag, then weighed on some scales, ringed and details noted, afterwards showing the individual bird to us, giving information on their age, by looking at their feathers, marking and colourings. After we'd all had a good look at the bird they let them fly off, back into the wilds.

I was advised during the morning session, 11 different specie of birds, 60 in total were caught and ringed, those specie were; robin, blue tit, great tit, willow warbler, chiff chaff, whitethroat, reed bunting, reed warbler, wren, blackcap and a wood pigeon.

Talking to the volunteers of South Notts Ringing Group, they advised they go out every weekend to ring birds, mostly being found at Attenborough and Holme Pierpont.

How the group was formed a couple of the members at a very young age of around 8, were taken out by their teacher at school in a big group to look at and ring birds. Two of them were very keen and carried this on, forming the group, which has been running about 50 years.

For more information about South Notts Ringing Group and read their blog posts visit: https://buff.ly/4dFIcUt

Why bird ringing and this kind of monitoring is important? Info taken from The British Trust for Ornithology website: https://buff.ly/3Mnr4XF

'Ringing generates information on the survival, productivity and movements of birds, helping us to understand why populations are changing.

The British and Irish Ringing Scheme is organised by the BTO. Over 900,000 birds are ringed in Britain and Ireland each year by over 2,600 trained ringers, most of whom are volunteers. You can help by reporting any ringed bird you find. The annual report on bird ringing is published in the Ringing Scheme journal Ringing & Migration.

Ringing birds is essential if we are to learn about how long they live and when and where they move, questions that are vital for bird conservation. Placing a lightweight, uniquely numbered, metal ring around a bird’s leg provides a reliable and harmless method of identifying birds as individuals.

Although we have been ringing birds in Britain and Ireland for over 100 years, we are still discovering new facts about migration routes and wintering areas. However, the main focus of the Ringing Scheme today is monitoring bird populations.

Ringing allows us to study how many young birds leave the nest and survive to become adults, as well as how many adults survive the stresses of breeding, migration and severe weather. Changes in survival rates and other aspects of birds’ biology help us to understand the causes of population declines.'

A little more information about Cromford Canal & Codnor park Reservoir Group - The bit of canal they work on is owned by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. DWT agree work plans with the group and let them do the work. The group meet every Thursday morning at 9am to do habitat management work, managing the area for wildlife and keeping the area accessible and free from litter for people to enjoy.

The group does a monthly wetland bird survey, submitting results to the British Trust for Ornithology, twice yearly water vole surveys and aquatic invertebrate surveys which help to check the quality of the water, submitting their wildlife sightings to Derbyshire Wildlife Trust's biological records department.

Huge Thanks to all the wonderful volunteers!

Written by Victoria Community Ambassador