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Carol Ravenscroft ran the London Marathon in aid of cancer research
Here is Carol's story
On Sunday 3rd October, I was lucky enough to take part in the London Marathon. I got the place through the ballot which I applied for in the previous year and it was my first ever marathon.
It was a fantastic experience, even better than I had hoped and it was something I had always wanted to do ever since the very first one took place in 1981.
I ran past several famous landmarks,... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:42 by Matthew Pitt
Garden Waste Collection is running late by about 8 days
From Amber Valley BC website -
Service has resumed but, due to the current driver shortage and weight of garden material being collected, the service is currently running about 8 days behind schedule.
The collection due on 7th October was made on 15th Oct. It is not yet known how late the next collection (due 21st Oct) will be.
Posted: Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:22 by Matthew Pitt
Barn Close Recreation Ground is open
Barn Close Recreation Ground is now open for visitors to use the Trim Trail and play equipment, and enjoy relaxing at the picnic tables.
Health and Safety
- We have had a lot of rain, so be careful on the field.
- Please avoid the coned off area at the top of the field until drainage works and reseeding are complete.
- Read the 'how to use' information next to the Trim Trail equipment before using it.
- Golf holes;... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 06 Oct 2021 17:31 by Clare Turner
Barn Close Recreation Ground Update
The Trim Trail and play equipment should be available for use by Saturday 11th October.
Once RoSPA have inspected the equipment for safety the protective fencing will be removed.
Items for installation team's use only, to be removed shortly:
- Portable toilet - Skip
Please remember:
This playground is for the use of people of all ages.
Please treat it with respect and care for the wildlife
Well-behaved dogs... Read More »
Posted: Sun, 03 Oct 2021 16:52 by Clare Turner
Roadworks, Church Road, 4th - 6th October
Church Road near Curzon School. Delays likely. Diversion in operation.
Click on link below for map and more information.
Posted: Thu, 30 Sep 2021 19:42 by Clare Turner
Road Closure, the Common, 7th October
Closure form 0930 to 1530.
Click on link below for map and more information
Posted: Thu, 30 Sep 2021 19:39 by Clare Turner
Beech Avenue Road Closure, 7th September
There will be a road closure at Beech Avenue on Tuesday 7th September from n0930 - 1530. A diversion will be in operation.
See the link below for more information.
Posted: Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:31 by Clare Turner
