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Our WI is 99 … and Still Counting

6th October 20238th October 2023 Graham Wright

Did you know that Ruddington Women’s Institute has been active in our village for ninety-nine years? Ahead of their centenary celebrations, current members are extending a warm welcome to any woman to join them, regardless of age. They’re also keen to dispel some common misconceptions. Committee member Barbara Wheeler says: “Contrary to popular belief, the WI is not all about baking and jam making! Some of us enjoy doing that, but others like to go on visits in the local area, join in the various activities at our meetings or…

Solar Farm Approved

4th October 20238th October 2023 Graham Wright

After years of planning, then two public consultation events in our village in March last year, followed by a detailed submission to Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) twelve months’ later, proposals for a large ‘hybrid renewable energy project’ on agricultural land south west of Ruddington have now been approved. On Monday (2nd October 2023) RBC planners gave the go-ahead for Ridge Clean Energy (RCE) to construct ‘Fair Oaks Renewable Energy Park’ at Fields Farm off Asher Lane. The green power generation scheme will pair 49.9MW of solar panels with 49.9MW of battery storage capacity – said to be enough…

Searching for Ruddington Superstars!

30th September 202330th September 2023 Graham Wright

The hunt is now on for unsung community, sporting, business and health heroes in Ruddington for this year’s Celebrating Rushcliffe Awards. Residents and groups across the whole Borough are being invited to acknowledge volunteers, businesses, clubs, organisations, environmentalists, sports clubs and athletes and the best of its health and wellbeing and food and drink sectors. Organised by Rushcliffe Borough Council it’s an annual opportunity to reflect on so many groups and individuals who play essential roles in our community, bringing out the best in people and enterprise. Previous Rushcliffe Award…

‘Framework Church’ Launches

21st September 202321st September 2023 Graham Wright

A less ‘formal’ form of churchgoing is now available in Ruddington thanks to a new initiative hosted at The Framework Knitters’ Museum. Held on alternate Thursdays from 11am in the Old Methodist Chapel, off Parker’s Yard, organisers say everyone’s invited to ‘Framework Church’. The name was chosen because of the meeting location rather than any connection with the venue itself. Jane Gray, of St Peter’s Church, explains: “A steering group of 7 of us have been meeting in the space for about a year, exploring the idea of a church…

Parachuting Toys’ Fundraising Total Revealed!

19th September 202319th September 2023 Graham Wright

Organisers of Ruddington’s biennial ‘Teddy Bear Parachute Jump’ – which took place at St Peter’s Church over the weekend – have hailed their event another success. Jane Piggott, a fundraiser for Save the Children‘s South Notts Branch, says: “Thank you so much to everyone who came along on Saturday (16th September 2023). We were so fortunate to have a fine, warm and partly sunny afternoon and I’m delighted to say the event was once again a great success and raised £600 for Save the Children!” Around seventy children brought along their…

Another New Police Inspector for Ruddington!

7th September 20237th September 2023 Graham Wright

Nottinghamshire Police has announced there’s again a different head of neighbourhood policing in Ruddington – the second change at the top in as many years. Rushcliffe Police‘s latest new man in charge, Inspector Tim Cuthbert (pictured inset above), is vowing to engage with the public – as his team continues its fight against rural crime, antisocial behaviour, car meets and shoplifting. With more than 20 years of policing experience, after previously working as an officer in intelligence and international crime, Inspector Cuthbert says he is looking forward to “a new forward-facing role making…

A Feast of Free Trees!

1st September 20231st September 2023 Graham Wright

For the past six years, Ruddington residents have been offered the chance to make our properties greener by applying for ‘free trees’ from Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC). Over 10,000 trees have been distributed since the start of this campaign in 2018. In previous years the authority has given villagers an option of TWO trees to apply for. For 2023 the choice has been doubled to FOUR possible alternatives. However, due to the previous high demand, we’re now only being offered ONE free tree per household. This year, a further one…

Green Memory Café to Continue

14th August 202321st November 2023 Graham Wright

After successfully trialling the idea a couple of months’ ago, organisers of a new initiative in Ruddington for people living with memory loss (and their carers) is set to be held here every two months. The ‘Rushcliffe Green Memory Café’ will continue to take place in and around the newly refurbished Visitor Centre by the lake in Rushcliffe Country Park – with the next one happening this Wednesday 16th August. Once again you’re invited along to experience nature-based activities, short walks or simply to relax, socialise and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Indoor and…

Creating A Warm Welcome At Lace Fields

18th July 202311th October 2023 Featured Content

Nottinghamshire mum Lindsey Taylor is helping to build a welcoming community at William Davis Homes’ Lace Fields development here in Ruddington. Lindsey has set-up a popular Lace Fields Facebook group for neighbours there to get to know each other and share information, such as trusted local traders and favourite eateries. It’s been such a success that residents on the development have already held a number of in-person social events. “We’re all new here but there’s already a strong sense of community” says Lindsey, who moved-in to a four-bedroom Beamish with her husband…

This is your invitation to join Ruddington Parish Council’s Events Team! Find out more at the Council’s meeting on Thursday 13th July at 7pm in St Peter’s Rooms. Some events organised in our village are Community litter picking, Historical walks (with Gavin Walker) and St. Peter’s Church’s annual Hootenanny. RPC says: “We are always looking for new members and new ideas, and you don’t have to be a councillor to join! Nottingham Shakespeare Company have been and gone and were enjoyed by many, and we have lots more to do!