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October 2021 FREE - MONTHLY Issue No. 48
Ruddington joins in with Fiver Fest
Ruddington’s independent shops and restaurants are joining inwith the Totally Local National Fiver Fest – an innovativecelebration of our independent high streets. Fiver Fest will takeplace from Saturday 9th to Saturday 23rd October.
During this time, thousands of independent businesses will cometogether to highlight their contribution to the great British highstreet.
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To show the importance of supporting our high streets,Ruddington is joining with other independent high streetsacross the UK to put on very special £5 offers across the twoweeks.
Mark Pinks from the RuddingtonVillage Centre Partnership (RVCP) said“The village took part in Fiver Fest lastOctober and it’s now a big part of ourpromotions for Ruddington. Theindependent shops and businesses arewhat makes Ruddington special andunique. The community support forlocal businesses has been amazingduring lockdown, so these offers are tosay ‘thank you’ to customers, and tohighlight the great value and economicimpact of shopping locally.”
Fiver Fest is a free-to-join campaign,devised and run by Totally Locally, agrass roots high street organisationthat’s been helping businesses andhigh streets help themselves since2010, with incredible results.
For Fiver Fest, Totally Locally ispartnering with Visa and together,they’re calling on shoppers to divert £5of their weekly spend to support thesmall businesses in their communities.
Fiver Fest is based around the now-famous Totally Locally £5 message:
“If every adult in Ruddington spent just£5 per week in their local independentshops and businesses, it would mean£1.4 million a year going directly intoour local economy.
“Which can lead to more jobs, a betterhigh street, a stronger economy & anicer place to live. Makes you think,doesn’t it?!”
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Fiver Fest has been runningsuccessfully in individual towns in theUK and abroad over the past sevenyears. In June, over 100 towns joinedtogether to make one huge Fiver Festacross the UK, from the north ofScotland to the very south of England.
Last year’s Fiver Fest offers inRuddington were imaginative andvaried from £5 meal deals and £5coffee and cake, to £5 pizzas, £5cocktails and £5 flower bouquets. Andwhere the community really got behindthe campaign, many businesses foundit to be their busiest time outsideChristmas.
“We know Fiver Fest isn’t going tochange the world,” said Chris Sands ofTotally Locally. “But small changes inspending habits can really make adifference to our high streets. Just bydiverting £5 of our weekly spend tolocal independents, we can give them afighting chance to thrive. Thepandemic has shown just what anamazing contribution they make to ourlocal communities – it’s a conversationworth having!
“It’s for this reason that the sixthnational
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National Fiver Fest is taking place. Thistime it’s even more important thanever, after how our world has changedduring 2021. YouGov research hasshown that 59% of shoppers have usedmore local shops to support themduring lockdown, and they want tokeep on supporting them. Fiver Festmakes that even easier.”
For any independent business wishingto participate in the Fiver Fest inRuddington, please email [email protected]. For more information,please visit @totallylocalrudd onFacebook and Instagram.
Mark Pinks, RVCP
Covid-19 vaccinations for under 16s
The Government has announced thatall children aged 12 to 15 will beoffered a single dose of the PfizerCovid-19 vaccine.
Whilst vaccinating children won’t stopCovid-19 spreading in schools, it’shoped that it will reduce the number ofcases and, in turn, reduce absencerates and associated disruption.
Evidence suggests that a single dose ofthe vaccine can reduce the risk ofcatching the Delta variant of Covid-19by 55% and also make it less likely thatyou’ll get seriously ill or pass the virusonto others.
Healthy children will be offered asecond dose of the vaccine in duecourse, but not before the spring term.
However, children with certain healthconditions, or who live with peoplewho are immuno-suppressed, will beeligible for a double dose.
Most vaccines will be administered byschools, and parents can expect toreceive a letter telling them when thejab will be available.
It’s important to note that vaccinationisn’t compulsory.
Parental consent will be sought, butchildren can choose to disagree withtheir parents and accept or refuse thevaccine if they can prove theyunderstand the benefits and risks ofbeing vaccinated.
The Government has also announcedthat booster jabs will soon be availableto adults who are most at risk and havealready received two doses. Eligiblepeople will receive a letter from theNHS in due course.
For the latest information on Covid-19and the vaccination programme, pleasevisit www.nhs.uk/coronavirus.
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Volunteers needed
As the Framework Knitters Museummoves towards re-opening in October,we’re looking for new volunteers.
Ruddington residents will probablyhave noticed that the museum hasbeen undergoing extensive buildingwork over the last few months, thanksto a grant from the National LotteryHeritage Fund.
This money has allowed us to create anew entrance, reception, shop and cafein the adjoining Gunn Cottage (picturedon page 5 with the museum’s newlogo), which means we have moreopportunities than ever to get involvedin the museum’s visitor experience.
Our volunteers come with a range ofinterests including history and craft,but all share the common goal ofhelping our visitors have a fantastictime and gain a greater understandingof this unique site and its importanceto Ruddington.
Gill has volunteered at the museum fora number of years and this is what shesays about her experience:
“When I made the decision to retirefrom full-time teaching, one of the firstthings I did was to enquire aboutbecoming a volunteer at the museum. Iwas accepted and now nearly sevenyears on I can't imagine NOT being avolunteer!
“I enjoy being in the shop welcomingvisitors
visitors and telling them about thehistory of the museum and frameworkknitting in general.
“The visitors vary from those whoknow nothing about frameworkknitting to those who are researchingtheir family history and frameworkknitting ancestors. Then there are thevisitors who live locally to those, likethe couple from New Zealand, whospecially included the museum in theirtravel itinerary!
“I discovered that my great-greatgrandfather, Isaac Orme, was aframework knitter in Basford. So it feelsonly natural that I should be avolunteer and help to spread the wordabout this important part of our localhistory.”
Hannah is a recent graduate who hasstarted volunteering over the summer.She says: “Volunteering at theFramework Knitters’ Museum began,for me, as a form of work experiencebut has quickly become much more.
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“The lovely staff and wonderful historyof the site have charmed me to mycore!
“History isn’t just important dates,names, and watershed moments likethe invention of the framework knittingmachine. It’s all aspects of past life,down to the most mundane morsel,such as what the Parkers had forbreakfast, how the children didn’t puttheir toys away, or how Mr Parkergreeted his family on returning fromwork.
“The Framework Knitters Museum is auniquely beautiful site in that it tellsthese stories, including the tinymorsels, in the context of thosewatershed moments.
“I volunteer here for many reasons, butone of the most important is that Iknow I’ll take so much from working insuch an incredibly loved and thoughtfulmuseum that will leave its visitors witha very personal, enjoyable and uniqueand
experience of history.”
Whether you have a day a week tospare or just a few hours – or perhapsyou just want to help out at specialevents – we’d love to hear from you.
All new volunteers are supported withtraining and information and there’salways someone to ask if you get atricky question from a visitor.
We’re a very friendly community andthe role is very varied, from welcomingvisitors and helping in our new cafe andshop to getting involved in school visitsor craft workshops. There’s alwayssomething interesting happening.
So, if this sounds like your cup of tea,email us at [email protected] or call 0115 984 6914.There’s also lots of information atwww.frameworkknittersmuseum.org.uk
Come and join our team. We need you!
Jan Perrett, Museum Assistant
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Below are the events we’ve been madeaware of so far for October. If you’d likeyour event publishing in The Rudd andon the Parish Council website, pleasesend us details by the 15hth of thepreceding month.
Saturday 2nd October
Ruddington Village Market
9am to 12 noon on The Green. Over 50stall holders offering quality crafts,produce and provisions to take away.
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A celebration of all things Ruddington!Takes place after the Village Market onThe Green and at St Peter’s Church.Games, competitions, comedy,storytelling, belly dancing, live music,dog show, community supper and more.
Saturday 9th to Saturday 23rd October
Fiver Fest
See pages 1 and 2 for details.
Every Monday
Nappuccinos
10am to 11:45am at The Hub, 62Musters Road. A group for parents andcarers with babies aged under 1. Coffee,cake and chat.
Renew Green Spaces
12 noon to 2pm, Hareham Allotments.Am opportunity to meet, grow plantsand grow relationships. Contact SamHackett at [email protected] to find out more.
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Ruddington DiaryFirst & third Mondays of the month
Ruddington Craft Group
10am to 12 noon at St Peter’s Rooms.Tuition, materials and refreshmentsincluded for a small fee. Contact ChrisGibson on 07967 245 308 for info.
Every Wednesday
Coffee Club
10am to 12 noon at St Peter’s Rooms.Hot drinks, biscuits and chat for over55s in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
Renew Café
2:30pm to 4pm at The Hub, 62 MustersRoad. Arts, crafts and games.
First Wednesday of the month
Methodist Fellowship
2:30pm at the Methodist Church. HolyCommunion, talks or activities.
Every Saturday
Methodist Coffee Morning
10am to 12 noon at the MethodistChurch. All welcome.
Parish Council MeetingTuesday 12th October
Parish Council Meeting - at St Peter’s Rooms commencing at 7.30pm. All meetings are open
to the public, you can share your views on any agenda
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Christmas Business Window Display Competition 2021
As I type this, the radio is announcingit’s just 100 days until Christmas! Withthat in mind, here’s a reminder aboutthe annual Window Competition.
It’s automatic entry for all Ruddingtonbusinesses with a storefront and thereare prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
We always try to tie the competition inwith the Christmas Market which, thisyear, will be held on Saturday 4thDecember – so get your thinking capson!
I’m sure everyone is looking forward toseeing the wonderful displays you allmanage to put on. Good luckeveryone.
Cllr. Marion Pell
MP’s village crime questionnaire
Crime in Ruddington is the focus of ashort new survey which droppedthrough residents’ letterboxes inSeptember.
It’s been produced on behalf ofRushcliffe MP, Ruth Edwards, followinga spike of crime here over the summermonths.
It was particularly the increase inhouse burglaries which prompted anumber of her constituents to write,expressing their concerns.
Our MP says she wants to listen to ourviews about crime in the community inorder to raise these concerns with ourlocal police and Nottinghamshire’s newPolice and Crime Commissioner,Caroline Henry.
The resultant questionnaire is, in fact,just seven questions, including how“safe” villagers feel; the policepresence in Ruddington; your biggestcrime concerns; whether you’ve been avictim of crime and, if so, how satisfiedyou were with the police response.
Ms Edwards told RUDDINGTON.info: “Ithink it’s really important that MPslisten to the concerns thatcommunities have around issues likecrime. I would encourage everyone totake a couple of minutes to fill in thissurvey so that I can get a good pictureof your concerns and make sure thatI’m raising them with the local policeand in Parliament.”
You can also complete Ruth’s shortquestionnaire online by visitingwww.ruthedwards.org.uk/news/ruddington-crime-survey.
Graham Wright via RUDDINGTON.info
u3a is back
We’re delighted to announce that,after an 18 month absence, theRuddington & District u3a are fullyoperating again. During the pandemic,various talks and some interest groupshave been held via Zoom or in outdoorspaces or venues when permitted.
The re-launch was started with a stallat the September Village Market andthen another one at the VillageHorticultural Show. This was asuccessful opportunity to shareinformation about our re-launch toexisting and potential new members.
It was a delight to see so many existingand new members at our first face-to-face general meeting held on Monday20th September at the MethodistChurch.
Attendees heard an interesting andinformative talk by award-winningspeaker John Smith, on the subject of“Reading Body Language – A Guide toPeople Watching”.
Following our pre-pandemic format,after the talk attendees had theopportunity to check the interestgroups available. They also had time tosocialise over a cuppa and a biscuit,which are provided free at eachgeneral
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general meeting.
In our commitment to make everyonefeel confident and safe when attendingour meetings, we adopted appropriatesafety measures including hand gel,chair spacing and supporting thoseattendees who elected to wear masks.
The high number of existing and newmembers attending was veryencouraging, perhaps showing theappetite of people to return to“normal” activities and being able tosocialise.
We meet on the third Monday of themonth at 2pm at the MethodistChurch, so our next meeting will be on18th October. The speaker will beCommander Neil Jarvis, on the subject“Submarine on Patrol.”
More new members would be verywelcome. If you’re retired, semi-retiredor not in full time employment andwant to meet others interested in thesame things as yourself, develop newinterests, make new friends or justsocialise, then enjoy yourself by joiningRuddington & District u3a.
You’re welcome to attend our nextmeeting to see what we offer. Or, youcan contact us by email [email protected] or on Facebookby searching for “U3A Ruddington andDistrict”.
We look forward to seeing you.
Ruddington & District u3a Committee
Hareham Allotments winner
Allotment-holder Susie Moore hasreceived the trophy for “BestAllotment” from Robin Crinage, Chair ofHareham Gardens Allotments inRuddington.
Susie has brought a previouslyneglected plot up to a high standard injust one year. Her hard work has beenrewarded not only with the trophy butalso with fruit, vegetables and flowerson her plot, which she has named “ThePink Shed”.
Susie says: “I’ve never understood whyvegetables in supermarkets comewrapped in plastic, so I’ve alwayswanted to grow my own. However,living in a first floor flat in the centre ofthe village with no outdoor spaceprevented this.
“I put my name down on the list andsoon got my allotment plot. It was in apretty unloved state, but I, my sisterand our dog, Ollie, took it on with greatpride. The pandemic actually helped usas it gave us the time to really get intoit. The need to be outside was strong inthose times and our mental andphysical
physical health benefitted greatly.
“What makes it so special is that we’vereused and recycled most things on theplot and so Little Pink Shed was born.Why buy new when you can paint anunloved shed pink, install lighting, akettle and a gin shelf and you’re off to agreat start!
“It's safe to say that what we don'tknow about gardening or allotments,we’ve made up for in enthusiasm. A bitof Gardener’s World also helps. Feelfree to follow our allotment story onInstagram @little_pink_shed.”
If you’re a Ruddington resident andwould like to join the waiting list for aplot at Hareham Gardens, please emailSarah at [email protected].
Events at the Methodist Church
The Methodist Church is holding a BookSale on Saturday 2nd October from10am to 12 noon. Coffee and tea willbe available.
The Methodist Church also inviteseveryone to join them at their HarvestFestival service on Sunday 10th Octoberat 10.30am.
All gifts of food will be gratefullyreceived and given to the Friary Drop-incharity to help homeless and vulnerablepeople in our area.
Please bring fresh food, packets andtins – but no pasta this time! Thankyou.
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Wednesday Coffee Club returns
For many years, the older residents ofRuddington and the surrounding areawere lucky enough to have a weeklyCoffee Club where they could enjoy awarm drink, a biscuit and a chat withothers in a friendly and relaxedatmosphere.
Unfortunately, Covid-19 came alongand put a stop to this friendly groupbeing able to meet.
As things return to normal, the lovelyLorna, who founded this Coffee Club,and her counterpart Pat feel that, sadly,they’re unable to restart the Club.However, two village residents, GwenEyre and Carol Jaggers, have stepped upand are more than happy – and reallyexcited! – to continue running this livelygroup.
If you’re over 55 and would like a warmdrink and a biscuit, and to meet withothers for a chat in a safe, warm andfriendly environment, come along to StPeter’s Rooms on Church Street onWednesday mornings from 10am to12noon.
Gwen and Carol will have the kettle onand look forward to welcomingeveryone.
New team at the tearoom
One of Ruddington’s much-lovedhospitality venues has reopened undernew management – and also with amore contemporary, new look.
The Old Bakehouse Tearoom on ChurchStreet had been closed since the startof July to allow for repairs andalterations to the interior by its newowner, Eve Kirk. She took over the reinsfrom Lesley Wells during this summerdue to Lesley’s retirement. Eve ispictured below (centre) with new staffmembers Jess (left) and Serena (right),who both live in Ruddington.
Eve explains: “I worked in a cafe forseven years until I was made redundantdue to Covid-19 last year. It was ablessing in disguise as it gave me theopportunity to open my own place. Ihad been looking for about 10 monthsat other cafes and tearooms.
“When I viewed The Old Bakehouse, itwas my favourite by far. It had plenty ofpotential – and the chance to havesomewhere in Ruddington was toogood an opportunity to miss out on.”
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She still wanted it to be a tearoom butwith more a modern twist, so she set towork on an internal refurbishment. Inthe end this took just a little bit longerthan anticipated!
“We’ve had a new toilet fitted as wellas all new taps including in the kitchen.There’s a new ceiling and we had one ofthe walls boarded and plastered. We’vedone quite a lot to the electrics –having many new plug sockets fitted –new lights and lots of unused electricalboxes removed.
“There’s a new worktop on the counteras well as everywhere being repainted.We’ve also got new tables, chairs,plates, etc” says Eve.
The first customers arrived bright andearly on reopening day, Thursday 9thSeptember, to take a look at what’sbeen done with the premises and tosample the new cuisine.
Eve adds: “On the menu are traditionalafternoon teas, breakfasts, paninis,pasta, etc. Of course, there are manyhomemade cakes, too! I’m offeringeverything on the menu as takeaway, allin eco-friendly packaging. We’re reallylooking forward to welcoming ourcustomers, old and new!”
Former owner, Lesley Wells, says: “I’dlike to take this opportunity to thankeveryone in my nine years of runningthe tearoom for all the support,laughter and fun we have all had.
“You welcomed me into your villageand shared my dream. I hope you’veenjoyed the tearoom.
“I miss all the people I’ve met already,but it’s my time for retirement and anew chapter in my life begins. I’mhoping this is only the start for thetearoom and it goes on serving thecommunity of Ruddington.”
Lesley continues: “A big thank you to allthe staff over the years: Leiske, Karen,Johnny, Leah, Debbie, Amber, Charlotte,Anna, Liam S, Ewen, Christine, Liam Band, of course, my fabulous husbandJohn who’s worked hard and supportedme behind the scenes. Love always!”
The Old Bakehouse Tearoom is nowopen Monday to Saturday from 8.30amto 4pm, at 58 Church Street.
Graham Wright via RUDDINGTON.info
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Financial Awards from the James Peacock Educational Foundation
Are you under 25 and live in Ruddington, or do youlive in Ruddington but your children are away atuniversity? If so, you or they could be eligible toapply for financial assistance from the JamesPeacock Educational Foundation.
James Peacock left money in his will to be used forthe education of Ruddington’s children. Today, theTrustees of the Foundation (a registered charity)have the responsibility of managing that money.
The Foundation accepts applications for financial assistance fromanyone under 25 who lives in Ruddington (or if they’re away atuniversity or other further education and their parents still live inRuddington) and are in need of financial assistance for an educationalreason. Previously, the Foundation has contributed towards the cost ofbooks, equipment, computers, placements abroad etc. However, theTrustees can’t assist with living expenses or tuition fees.
If you’d like more information or an application form to be consideredfor an award, please email us at [email protected]. Pleasenote that, quite often, where large amounts are needed, the Foundationwill give a contribution and, for accounting purposes, receipts will beneeded.
The Trustees generally meet in February, June and October. We lookforward to hearing from you!