For March, Ruddington Women’s Institute meeting will also have singing! That’s because the charity has speakers and/or activities – like gin tasting to Tai Chi – as part of its meetings. Our local WI says: “All women are very welcome to come along and join in singing with Simon Thompson from West Bridgford Social Singers.” The WI evening starts at 7.15pm on Wednesday 13th March 2024 in St Peter’s Rooms. Ruddington WI has been around since 1924 – it has a friendly bunch of members and they’d love you to go along to…
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This is an event for you to find out about Qi Gong – the traditional Chinese technique of gentle movement, breathing and meditation that practitioners believe supports mental and physical health. “Qi Gong is suitable for all ages and abilities. Whilst usually done in a standing position, it can also be done seated. Qi Gong is a holistic system of self-healing exercises which include gentle flowing movements, breathing techniques, healing postures and visualisation” explains certified Qi Gong teacher Caroline Challender. She will lead the wellbeing session that is hosted by Ruddington Women’s…
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Regular visitors to Rushcliffe Country Park here in Ruddington may already have noticed two rather ‘striking’ new additions between the children’s play area and outdoor gym/new skatepark. Officially called ‘Shade Sails’ (pictured top), they have been erected among the picnic benches to provide welcome shelter from the sun during the summer months, and protection from rain during the wet, winter months. They were funded by a visitor who made a generous donation in her will to a favourite park she had visited many times over the years. It’s possible the new structures rather…
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There’ll be an Indian Music Workshop hosted by Ruddington Women’s Institute, where non-members and members are all encouraged to come along to its evening session. Barbara Wheeler says: “Ruddington WI is in its 99th year and would like to welcome more local women to join us. Visitors are welcome and asked for a small contribution to cover refreshments, usually £4.” This event is at the WI monthly meeting on Wednesday 11th October at 7.15pm in St Peter’s Rooms. Ruddington WI has been around since 1924 – it has a friendly bunch of members…
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Get an insight into the island country located in the North Atlantic Ocean, ‘Iceland – Land of Fire and Ice’ is a talk by Peter and Margaret Foss – hosted by Ruddington Women’s Institute. It says the couple “have travelled extensively in Iceland and will be sharing photographs and their experiences of the landscape, culture and people”. The event is at the WI monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th August at 7.15pm in St Peter’s Rooms. Ruddington WI has been around since 1924 – it has a friendly bunch of members and they’d…
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This Sunday, 30th July, Ruddington is marking the 40th anniversary of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) vacating the area of our village which is now home to the Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre and Rushcliffe Country Park. The Mere Way site is holding a day of recollection via photographs, guided walks, artefacts and visiting ex military vehicles, some of which were originally sold at the Ruddington sales. Entry to this event is £2.00 per adult with children free. Due to the visiting vehicle exhibits, you’re advised there’ll only be limited onsite parking,…
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Find out about the process of Wet Felting – it’s a fascinating combination of what a bit of friction with soap and water can do to make felt out of wool fibres, from flowers to bowls! Feltmaker & Fine Artist Rachel Morley will reveal all and lead this workshop, hosted by Ruddington Women’s Institute. The event is at the WI monthly meeting on Wednesday 12th July at 7.15pm in St Peter’s Rooms. Ruddington WI has been around since 1924 – it has a friendly bunch of members and they’d love you…
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Today you can drive Thomas and friends – for just a couple of pounds. If you like model railways then you’ll love this Show which continues today from 10am to 4pm at the NTHC Ruddington – Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, next to Rushcliffe Country Park. Entry to the Ruddington Model Railway Club is FREE – but donations are welcome. You’ll only pay a fiver to access the main Model Railway Show being hosted this weekend by the NTHC. Organisers say you can expect the following events on Sunday 2nd July: – Our indoor…
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If you like model railways then you’ll love this Show which starts today, from 10am to 5pm at the Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre next to Rushcliffe Country Park. Entry to the Ruddington Model Railway Club is FREE – but donations are welcome. You’ll only pay to access the main model railway show for £5.00 hosted by the NTHC Ruddington – Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre. Organisers say you can expect the following events on Saturday 1st July: – Our indoor layouts in full operation – Outdoor island running a range of G…
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It’s the inaugural ‘Vintage, Retro Items and Collectable Vinyl Fair’ at Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre (NTHC) in Ruddington. As the name suggests, this is not a general ‘boot’ sale as organisers want to offer something a little different and in keeping with the Heritage Centre venue. You can hopefully pick up a much cherished item on Sunday 25th June 2023 from 10am to 3pm. Also open onsite will be The Heritage Cafe, Bric-a-Brac and the bus garage – which will be offering guided tours. Ruddington Model Railway Club will be in operation from 10.30am. Miniature…
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