At the recent meeting held in the Eagle Club, the members were pleased to hear that their bid for funding from Biffaward had been successful. This money will be used for renovating the area near the disabled toilet and for new kitchen worktops and sinks. The work is expected to begin during the school holidays. […]
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A walk from Watchorn in May
The May walk was changed as the current drought had made the planned route too muddy! Our walk started from Watchorn, Alfreton. The church, houses and park here were donated by Robert Watchorn who had left Alfreton to make his fortune in America. We crossed the golf course into Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve where we investigated […]
Walking Group
Sunday 1st April arrived sunny but cold and nine of us met at st. John’s Church for the monthly walk. On the outward journey. we were delighted to see a hare running across the fields. On arrival at Alstonefield, uch was taken on the green opposite the George Inn, surrounded by daffodils and watched by […]
Newbold Women’s Group
Sadly the intended April Visit to Bakewell Costume Museum had to be cancelled due to snow. However, we hope to arrange another in the near future. The meeting on 2nd May at 7.30pm in the Parish room will welcome speakers Mr.&Mrs. Henson, who are to talk about the Gambia Medical Centre. Any Women are most welcme to come […]