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Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Over the past 60 years, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has worked to protect and enhance some of the most important places for nature in Nottinghamshire. We’re passionate about creating a healthy natural world which benefits us all, by putting nature’s recovery at the heart of everything we do.
The Chesterfield Canal Trust
Winter On The Cut

The Chesterfield Canal Trust has run Santa Special cruises for decades. This year, our tripboat Seth Ellis will be running them from the Chequers Inn at Ranby on 2nd & 3rd, 9th & 10th, 16th & 17th and 23rd December.

Nottingham Motorpoint Arena & National Ice Centre
Experience an Epic Christmas at Nottingham Motorpoint Arena & National Ice Centre

Retford Christmas Market & Lights
Retford Christmas Market & Lights Switch-On on Sunday 26th November 2023

Exhibiton at The Gallery on Bridgegate, Retford.
AL_ONE, Photographs By Nicola Davison Reed. 11 Nov - 23 Dec
Nottingham Central Library
Date Announced For Opening Of Nottingham Central Library
Residents in Nottingham will be able to experience the fantastic new Central Library soon, when it opens at the heart of the Broad Marsh regeneration area on 28 Nov 23.
Nottingham’s care leavers
Care Leavers’ Week
Recognising the value of Nottingham’s care leavers during Care Leavers’ Week
Hockley Hustle - Nottingham
THIS WEEKEND! Biggest Ever Hockley Hustle - Nottingham’s Music Scene
Biggest Ever Hockley Hustle Will Be An Inspiring Showcase of Nottingham’s Music Scene
Nottingham’s care leavers
Care Leavers’ Week
Recognising the value of Nottingham’s care leavers during Care Leavers’ Week
Hockley Hustle - Nottingham
THIS WEEKEND! Biggest Ever Hockley Hustle - Nottingham’s Music Scene
Biggest Ever Hockley Hustle Will Be An Inspiring Showcase of Nottingham’s Music Scene
Quick & easy to make recipes
Love Your Leftovers
Quick & easy to make recipes to use up your festive odds & ends.
By Teresa Bovey.
In The News

Babworth Arts Festival 2023 Saturday 18th November 10am-4pm & Sunday 19th November 12noon-4pm All Saints’ Church, Babworth, DN22 8EP
At the 2023 Babworth Arts Festival, there will be a fantastic range of original paintings and
other works from artists and art groups based in and around Retford.

Retford Christmas Market & Lights Switch-On on Sunday 26th November 2023
The 2023 Retford Christmas Market & Lights Switch-On will be on Sunday 26th November 2023 from 10am to 6pm…… bigger and better…….brilliant!

Date Announced For Opening Of Nottingham Central Library
Residents in Nottingham will be able to experience the fantastic new Central Library soon, when it opens at the heart of the Broad Marsh regeneration area on 28 Nov 23.

£1,000 for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
East Midlands Dressage Group raise over £1,000 for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance

Retford Christmas Market & Lights
Retford Christmas Market & Lights Switch-On on Sunday 26th November 2023
The 2023 Retford Christmas Market & Lights Switch-On will be on Sunday 26th November 2023 from 10am to 6pm…… bigger and better…….brilliant!

Nottingham Central Library
Date Announced For Opening Of Nottingham Central Library
Residents in Nottingham will be able to experience the fantastic new Central Library soon, when it opens at the heart of the Broad Marsh regeneration area on 28 Nov 23.

Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
£1,000 for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
East Midlands Dressage Group raise over £1,000 for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
Designing A Shower Space
With so many styles and options to choose from, designing a shower space can be overwhelming.
Made

Dene Wood, Head Gardener at Clumber Park.
Autumn Gardening
Dene's gardening tips for the next few months ahead.

Fairfax & Porter Custom Designed Bathrooms & Kitchens.
Transforming Your Bathroom
Tips for a stunning renovation, by Jayne, Fairfax & Porter.

Ellicar Gardens. By Sarah Murch.
Are you looking for a change in lifestyle? Why your garden might be the answer.
Gardens offer escapism and relaxation for busy individuals. For others, they are a place to relax and unwind, to enjoy spending time with family and friends. Gardens give us a sense of purpose, a chance to potter and grow simply for pleasure. Every garden should feel like a sanctuary that nurture...

get your garden winter ready
Your Winter Garden
The nights are getting darker and we’re all feeling the familiar wintery chill in the air, but there are plenty of reasons to pop on some warm layers and get outside. Here’s our top tips to inspire you to step outside and make the most of your garden this winter.
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Wildlife Friendly Farming
Wildlife friendly farming is essential to nature’s recovery.
Erin McDaid, Head of Communications & Marketing, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.
healthy change
Changing Habits For Health
In our last issue we looked at taking a fresh approach to your perfume and how a little change can mean a lot. In this issue Clare Wildman, member of The Wellness Network looks at making new habits as part of a healther lifestyle and looking at how to approach making those changes and some key ti...
healthy change
Changing Habits For Health
In our last issue we looked at taking a fresh approach to your perfume and how a little change can mean a lot. In this issue Clare Wildman, member of The Wellness Network looks at making new habits as part of a healther lifestyle and looking at how to approach making those changes and some key tips to focus on.
lets get thriving
Thrive in 2022
Thrive Health Management's founder Pete Edwards is a strength coach and personal trainer.
words of wisdom
Wellness Experts Combine To Show You How To Have A Heart Led Business
Members of the Wellness Network offer gems from their individual expertise.
you are the change
Too Busy To Burnout
Sometimes the best thing you can do to revive your business, and you yourself, is to share the load.
The question is how to find time to fit it in?

(In A Nutshell)
The Power of Loyalty
Marketing Insights by Jon Rogers, Managing Director of Createinn Ltd.
Health & Fitness
Getting Through The Festive Season
I know you may not like it and lots of us don’t like to hear the ‘C’ word this early. However, before you know it, Christmas is going to be upon us and I, in the past have certainly used it as an excuse to eat what I like, drink what I like and not really take care of myself. Leading to feeling exhausted in the New Year, alongside digestive challenges like bloating, coming down with a cold and experiencing January blues.
Katie Hogg
lay the debate to rest.
The Truth About Carbs
For decades now nutritionists and other vested parties have argued about carbs. One camp says they’re guilty of being uniquely fattening and metabolically damaging.
Katie Hogg
in good health
The R.E.S.T Practice
The R.E.S.T Practice
Spend a little time on yourself, refocus and find your centre.
Katie Hogg
John Flynn Opticians
Katie Hogg
World First Aid Day
Katie Hogg
Focus On Fitness, Not Fatness
Katie Hogg
John Flynn Opticians
Katie Hogg
How To Get In Great Shape
Katie Hogg
Opinion
Girl About Town...Retford
Location Location
Retford is located eight miles east of the town of Worksop, 16 miles south-east of Doncaster, 31 miles from Nottingham, 23 miles west of Lincoln and 129 miles north of London. It nestles peacefully in the valley of the River Idle and the heritage-rich Chesterfield Canal passes through it’s centre.

Gemma-Louise King
In this edition it’s Worksop’s time to shine…
Girl About Town... Worksop
Our Girl About Town reporter, Gemma-Louise King, brings you neighbourhood know-how and a round up of places, people and things to look out for, with of course the 'Made' sparkle.

Gemma-Louise King
Exploring Bawtry
Girl About Bawtry...
Our Girl About Town reporter, Gemma-Louise King, brings you neighbourhood know-how and a round up of places, people and things to look out for, with of course the 'Made' sparkle.
In this edition she visits the rather lovely Bawtry…

Gemma-Louise King
Girl About Nottingham...

Gemma-Louise King
Girl About Town

Gemma-Louise King

Norwood Park Weddings
Norwood Park Awaits…
Norwood Park is an exclusive private country estate in Southwell that has been lovingly restored to its original grandeur and plays host to year-round weddings, events and celebrations. Made caught up with some of the venue’s wedding and event's team members to find out more about its exquisite wedding offerings.

wedding fair fun
Wedding Fairs...
Join these multiple venues on a wedding extravaganza this October, November & December for some wedding inspo!

Sustainable Fashion
Sustainable Fashion
Sarah Rockley and Lisa Holland of Conscious Closet look at sustainable wedding style for 2021 and beyond...
Video
Exploring The Wild Side...
He is the outdoor adventure video creator that’s been inspiring people of all ages and fitness levels to put on their hiking boots, pitch a tent, climb mountains, and even pack a steak! Made catches up with the man who grew up in Notts and is followed by thousands of budding and pro outdoor enthu...
The coming season can be a magical time on the Chesterfield Canal, but there is also a darker side, here Rod Auton tells us more.
Made
Exhibiton at The Gallery on Bridgegate, Retford.
AL_ONE, Photographs By Nicola Davison Reed. 11 Nov - 23 Dec
Nicola Davison Reed is a photographer whose exhibition AL_ONE deals with the themes of aloneness, resilience, love, death, and rising from adversity.
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Protect & Restore Our Natural World
An opportunity to help shape action to protect and restore our natural world.
Erin McDaid, Head of Communications & Marketing, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.

Welbeck Abbey Brewery
Welbeck Abbey Brewery's new limited edition winter tipple – Duchess.
Welbeck Abbey Brewery Duchess 8.4% Belgian-Style Golden Beer

Quick & easy to make recipes
Love Your Leftovers
Quick & easy to make recipes to use up your festive odds & ends.
By Teresa Bovey.

Winter Warmers
Stay festive with Christmassy colours and gorgeous fabrics available from Joe Browns.www.joebrowns.co.uk

Revolver Menswear
For the full range of styles available visit: www.revolvermenswear.co.uk or call instore at Bawtry.
Nottingham Motorpoint Arena & National Ice Centre
Experience an Epic Christmas at Nottingham Motorpoint Arena & National Ice Centre
Christmas gets underway with festive skating at the National Ice Centre with the official light switch on Saturday 25 November while Santa will be welcoming visitors to his magical grotto in December.
Southwell Music Festival
Southwell Music Festival returns this Christmas
Southwell Music Festival is back this December for not one but two festive musical offerings at Southwell Minster.
Newark Air Museum
The Vulcan's 60th Anniversary
On the weekend of 16th/17th September 2023 it will be sixty years since Avro Vulcan XM594 entered operational RAF service with the Vulcan Wing at RAF Scampton,
Father's Day At MArco Pierre White
The perfect excuse for spoiling dads this Father’s Day
Families looking for the perfect Father’s Day treat for their dads will be hard pushed to find anywhere more impressive than venues which are offering the mighty Tomahawk steak on their menu.