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…
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Ruddington & District Choral Society (RDCS) is hosting its ‘come and try us‘ session on Saturday 16th September at 10.30am in St Peter’s Church. Organisers say: “Come along for a sing through and bring a friend if you can. These initiatives are to help those who are thinking about joining us by giving a time outside of usual rehearsals for anyone to come along and see what we are and what we do. Music is provided.” You can contact RDCS if you’d like more information >>HERE<<. You may like to…
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Challenge your teddy! Is your bear brave enough to make a parachute jump from a Church tower in the village to raise funds for Save the Children? Ruddington’s ‘Teddy Bear Parachute Jump’ is taking place from 2pm to 5pm on Saturday 16th September at St Peter’s Church. Organiser Jane Piggott explains “The idea is for children (and any adults who might be interested) to make parachutes for their teddies or other soft toys and then bring them along on the day to register to make the jump from the church…
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Theres a choice of two ‘walk and talk’ events to find out more about the history of our village. Dr Gavin Walker, curator of The Village Museum, will be your guide as you stroll around Ruddington on Bank Holiday Monday 28th August for ‘Pit to Paradise’. It’s a guided walk around Wilford Road, Woodley Street, Clifton Road and Manor Park, supported by Ruddington Parish Council, and is FREE to attend. So do you remember ‘The Rendezvous’ or the ‘Marl Pits’? Are you intrigued and wish to know more about our village’s past? Meet…
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Ruddington was alive with the sound of music yesterday – as around 170 voices demonstrated the joy of singing at various venues around our village. Organised by Ruddington Community Choir, ‘The Big Sing’ was back – after a five year absence due to COVID-19 and other factors – and it seems participants from near and far quickly and eagerly picked up from where it had left off. The big day (Saturday May 20th 2023) started with a ‘Mass Workshop’ in St Peter’s Church where singers learned ‘I’m Into Something Good’ and…
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It’s been rather a long wait, partly due to COVID-19 restrictions, but Ruddington’s much loved singing festival is finally back this month. As before, the aim is to enjoy singing together, and anyone can take part, whether you can sing or not! ‘The Big Sing 2023’ is run by Ruddington Community Choir, who hope it will be a welcome boost to our village economy, too. Organisers estimate over 160 people will gather between 9am and 6pm on Saturday 20th May, with the event starting and ending at St Peter’s Church. Participants will…
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You’re invited to a classical occasion to remember on Saturday 13th May at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Church. ‘Long Live The King, Long Live The Choir!’ says the Ruddington & District Choral Society and the Ruddington Chamber Ensemble as they celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III – in the Choir’s 60th Anniversary year. Pat Beale says: “An evening of England’s musical heritage by the two great composers of royal music and pageantry: Purcell & Handel. Enjoy Purcell’s glorious “Come Ye Sons of Art” (the Birthday Ode for Queen Mary) and his sublime “Funeral Music for Queen…
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As part of Ruddington’s celebration of The King’s Coronation is a FREE Puppet Show on Monday 8th May. “A Village Coronation – The Lost Shoe” starring ‘The Royal Family and their animal friends’ at the puppet theatre in St Peter’s Church. Liz Mack, from St Peter’s Leadership Team, says: “One of our team has written an original script for the puppet show. It features all the main family members of the royal family plus an assortment of animal puppets, with a special appearance by Megan and Harry. There also be will be…
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Happy Easter! You can join Ruddington Church services and events – as always, all welcome. St Peter’s Church on Church Street, Ruddington, NG11 6EL Ruddington Baptist Church, 62 Musters Road, Ruddington NG11 6HW Disclaimer: RUDDINGTON.info publish all diary events in good faith and can’t be held responsible for any changes or cancellations of the activity. We run our calendar as a community service and details were correct at the time we promoted them, so advise you to contact the organiser before attending. Thanks.
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