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Their photograph (pictured right) is of the Attenborough Nature Centre during sunset at the Attenborough Nature Reserve. This photo is particularly relevant as Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is currently at £950,000 of their £1million target to purchase and preserve this beautiful Nature Reserve.

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The Oxjam Beeston Team look back on another fantastic music festival, when 90 volunteers from the local community came forward to help raise an incredible £26,460 for Oxfam’s international emergency aid and development work.

The amazing total raised by Oxjam Beeston could fund all of this: • Four million cubed steel water tanks with roof and liner to provide clean, safe water for a community. • Build 250 toilets • Construct 4 water points • Empower 100 women to know their rights and develop confidence • Train 50 beekeepers • Care for 200 mums and babies • Twelve family tent shelters, each for 8 people • Train 10 volunteers to identify & challenge violence against women • Buy: 240 solar lights, 5 water

testing kits, 40 goats, 200 Oxfam buckets, 500 sachets of rehydration salts, 100 mosquito bed nets, 164 bars of soap and 50 chickens!

That’s quite a shopping list, and a reminder that Oxjam Beeston brings people together to celebrate local music, whilst also raising vital funds for people in communities, worlds away from this leafy borough, living in extreme poverty.

Volunteer coordinators Darren Bailey and Steve Barton were thrilled with how October’s big festival Takeover Day went: “We had a fantastic response from over 90 local residents wanting to do their bit – running stages, technical support, collecting donations, selling raffle tickets, setting up and generally running around - basically anything that was needed to make the day run as smoothly as possible, whilst also enjoying the

festival. People had such a good time and we anticipate seeing many of them again next year!”

Takeover Manager Heather Greenan said: “With thousands of festival goers, 16 stages and 127 bands/performers to coordinate in 12 hours, quite simply Takeover couldn’t have happened without such a stellar group of volunteers! We’re also hugely indebted to our Headline Sponsors The Star Inn, Beeston, as well as stage sponsorship from local businesses: J Flynn Optician, CP Walker, and Foster Industrial."

And there are many others who provided professional support: Volunteer Action Broxtowe, Breeze Magazine, PN Design, Touch of Frost Photography, University of Nottingham Mixed Reality Lab, Beeston Oxfam Books and Music, and a wonderful band of sound

engineers.

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Beeston has been hosting this amazing, much loved event since 2011 and has raised record amounts of money, mainly through the big Takeover, but other events too. The running total of money raised for Oxfam stands at over £137,000!

Visit oxjambeeston.org or social media for details of this year’s festival. Whether you’re a volunteer, performer, sponsor, supporter, or music fan – Oxjam Beeston needs you! Let's continue to raise funds for communities in extreme poverty.

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The 29th Annual Duck race took place on Wednesday 1st January 2020 at Manor Park Toton.

The Mayor of Broxtowe councillor Michael Brown started the race by releasing 1500 plastic ducks into the River Erewash. They floated down the river and were caught at the bridge approximately 600 yards downstream. The owners of the first 10 ducks crossing the winning line received a prize.

The 2020 Duck race was a resounding success and attracted a crowd of around 2000 people including lots of family pets. Mulled wine donated by The Nags Head at Borrowash and mince pies, donated by Tesco at Toton, were served along with tea and coffee. We had the usual doughnut stand

and this year, for the first time, we had hot dogs on sale with the bread rolls also donated by Tesco at Toton. There were tombola and chocolate tombola stalls, courtesy of Thornton’s. There was a prize every time cuddly toy stall, loved by the little ones. In addition, we had a raffle for a giant Pooh Bear and Tigger, again donated. An opportunity to ‘adopt’ a retired duck and festive music ensured that there was a great atmosphere.

Prior to the main race we had our corporate race. Local businesses donated £25 to sponsor a duck or £35 for two. In the corporate race we had 43 ducks and the winner was UCIG at Long Eaton, who won a bottle of champagne and a box of chocolates. Prizes for the Race were donated by local business and the race was sponsored by Michael Keys Garage at Long Eaton.

We raised £4,4019, up on last year by a superb £1,000, all of which

will be spent for the benefit of local older people. Angela Barnes, Fundraising Networker for Age UK Derby and Derbyshire said “The Duck Race has become a great local event and we are so grateful, both to Broxtowe Borough Council for allowing us to use the park and to the Mayor who presented the prizes. We are especially grateful to our sponsors, Michael Keys Garage at Long Eaton, to all the businesses who continue to support us with both the corporate race and for providing the prizes for the main race, to all our volunteers and to the local people of the surrounding area who always turn out to support us.”

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On December 20, Pupils from Beeston Rylands Junior School got stuck into a tree and bulb planting event. A mixture of native bulbs (wild daffodils and English bluebells) were planted, plus the students took part in a litter pick as part of the Council’s involvement with National Tree Week 2019 and the Borough’s ‘Clean & Green’ initiative.

All the pupils are part of an eco- class who meet to discuss the environment issues.

Hugh Turrell from the Council briefly discussed the importance of tree planting.

Why do we need to plant trees? What are their benefits?

• To breath, they take in excess carbon dioxide (CO2) from our atmosphere and convert it into oxygen for us to breath. Trees are vital in ensuring that our atmosphere remains oxygen rich. Trees act as lungs for our planet.

• To help with pollution, trees act as living filters, in which they filter out all the nasty pollutants in our air.

• Trees provide homes for a large amount of the UK’s wildlife.

• They are shelter, shade and flood defences.

• Trees are vital to our existence; we need them for oxygen and good health and even more so now to help combat climate change.

• Trees provide food for nature.

School children helping to keep Broxtowe clean and green

It can be hard to digest the information about the climate crisis, but something worth focussing on is how amazing things could be if we embraced a new vision.

What if our streets were filled with children playing because our public transport and electric car sharing schemes were so effective that no-one needed private cars anymore? What if restaurants grew their own vegetables? What if neighbourhoods picked fruit from the trees and pressed it into juice to share out? What if supermarkets composted their out of date food and let the public take the compost away to use?

It’s all possible.

In fact, the electric car sharing scheme actually exists in Nottingham right now - there are 20 points and 9 of them have fully electric cars. Give it an “ecosia” (it’s a search engine that plants trees) and see for yourself!

The climate crisis affects us all so it’s up to us all to help out. If we work together as communities, we can share our skills, resources and ideas but as well as this, we’ll be reminded that everything we need to be happy is right here in front of us – it just needs bringing back to life – nature, healthy food, clean air and real connection with one another.

Have you got an idea that you think could help? Would you like to join an existing group? This issue is too important to think that someone else will take care of it. Who’s in? You can find BEAT on Facebook.

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The arrival of a rare wetland bird in December, not seen at Attenborough Nature Reserve since 2005, has helped to set a new record for the number of bird species seen at this much loved site in one calendar year.

A couple of birdwatchers spotted the small bird, a Slavonian grebe, on Coneries Pond, just metres from the café balcony on a Tuesday afternoon in December. Initially identified as a similar looking black-necked grebe, it was later confirmed to be a Slavonian grebe by manager of the Nature Centre, Tim Sexton.

Slavonian grebes are one of the UK’s rarest nesting birds, which nest on just a handful of lochs in the North of Scotland. Outside of the summer breeding season they can be found out to sea and within coastal estuaries, however they are scarce winter visitors to Nottinghamshire, with just a couple of individuals recorded in the county each year.

This arrival has caused quite a stir as there hasn’t been a record at Attenborough in 14 years. The arrival of this grebe has brought the grand total of bird species recorded in 2019 to 168, one more species than the previous record of 167, set in 2016. The Slavonian grebe joins the record count of resident birds, migrants and rarities spotted at Attenborough this year, including three cattle egrets, purple sandpiper and a first for the

reserve, a Caspian gull.

Attenborough Nature Reserve is a nationally important site for wildlife and provides a lifeline both to people and wildlife. In November 2019 Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust launched their Attenborough Nature Reserve Lifeline Appeal to buy and secure the future of the site and have so far raised over £900,000 toward the £1 million target.

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Rare bird spotted at Attenborough Nature Reserve Recognition for clean championIn December, the Mayor visited Mark Topham who is a service user of Broxtowe Day Service at The Barncroft Centre, Beeston. When on his way to the centre, Mark always stops and collects litter on his route. In recognition of his hard work the Mayor presented a certificate of special recognition, along with a Clean and Green hi-vis jacket, litter picker and pair of gloves to help continue his work. Clean and Green is a campaign run by Broxtowe Borough Council as part of an initiative to make Broxtowe a cleaner place.Mark has been a true champion of the Clean and Green initiative and it is hoped that he continues his great work!

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In December 2019, Brooklands Primary School in Long Eaton were busy collecting food and toiletries as part of their annual drive to support The Canaan Trust charity.

Sophie McHale (Class Teacher and PSHE Lead), said the school’s collection ran over a few weeks to provide as much help as possible to the Long Eaton based charity who provide temporary accommodation for the homeless

and food aid in Derbyshire.

She said, “The children have been learning about The Canaan Trust and the fabulous work that they do for our community during assembly time. We encouraged the children to understand that the charity relies solely on donations and good will, and without these, they cannot continue to change lives.

“This year we have managed

to collect an entire carload of supplies totalling 9 crates of goods. The Trust informed us that our donations were dispersed across local families within the area, just in time for Christmas.”

Sophie says this is the second year the school has made the collection. “We will continue to support The Canaan Trust in any way that we can. We are, as always, extremely proud of our amazing Brooklands community. We have really made a difference.”

Pupil Raife Knibbs (year 1) said, “It is a brilliant idea to collect for The Canaan Trust and I was super happy to help load all of the food into the car”. When asked what he hoped would happen to the donations, he said “I hope that some people will have a better Christmas because of us”.

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DINING OUT - LATINO Since opening in 2002, Latino restaurant quickly gained a reputation for providing exceptional dining experiences. The bar area is perfect for meeting friends and to peruse the menus, prior to dining.

Appetizers and starter choices include Marinated Olives, through Mozzarella Tomatoes & Basil, to Deep Fried Whitebait and Oven-Baked Garlic Mushrooms. Main courses have Chicken, Fish, Pasta and Salad dishes, in several adaptations and styles, plus Chef’s Specials.

Greeted by Tony (Proprietor), all visitors and diners are warmly

welcomed, with the pristine table settings and ambience adding to the dining experience. A chosen starter of Smoked Salmon, which was very flavoursome and had good texture and presentation. The main course selected, of Sea Bass (with vegetables), in lemon, garlic, white wine, cream and tarragon, came being cooked and presented to perfection. The tastes and textures in this dish complement each other, wonderfully, a huge compliments to Chef! For dessert the Homemade Tiramisu certainly does not disappoint, with the blended flavours doing justice to this popular selection. Floater Coffee, to finish the dining occasion, is presented perfectly, with the taste buds appreciating complete enjoyment, to the end.As always, enjoy! – Trevor Langley

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Announcement of the new Broxtowe Youth Mayor for the next 12 months.

A 17-year-old from Beeston has been elected as Broxtowe’s new Youth Mayor. Grace Li, from Nottingham Girls High School, was voted in at a recent meeting of Broxtowe Youth Voice.

Grace takes over from outgoing Youth Mayor, William Mee.

Grace said: “As youth mayor, I will strive to give voice to young people and bring forth change in our local community. I strongly believe that I will meet the challenges of a position like that of Youth Mayor with both enthusiasm and maturity.”

Grace’s first official engagement was the Council’s Christmas Council Meeting on 18th December, where she met the Mayor of the Borough, Councillor Michael Brown and other Councillors.

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It was Valentine's Day that the story of Torvill and Dean truly turned into something special, a fairytale on ice in Sarajevo. WENDY COOPER recalls events leading up to the 4.28 seconds when the city of Nottingham and the nation fell in love with the dynamic duo in February 1984 and what happened next.

They said it could never happen. But then it did.

On the day Cupids arrow traditionally launches countless romantic encounters, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean hit the bullseye with ice skating judges and charmed a British audience who have been enchanted by the

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For the digital generation with a choice of multi-channel media networks to satisfy their seemingly perpetual viewing appetite, it is difficult to convey the excitement generated by this young couple's performance at the Winter Olympic Games in Sarajevo almost 40 years ago.

Holding off challenges from Japan and East Germany, staging such a prestigious event was a major coup for what was then Yugolsavia's capital, heralding a financial boom in tourism for the city until the devastation of the Bosnia War laid waste much of its historic architecture and slaughtered thousands of its indigenous population.

There had been an inauspicious start to the tournament, too, when the Olympic flag was hoisted upside down at the opening ceremony but that did not dampen the spirits of competitors or spectators, especially the huge

television audience that awaited back home in eager anticipation of Torvill and Dean's appearance in the ice dancing finale.

No that the pair were exactly unknowns. Far from it.

They had already won gold medals at both the European and World Championships and since 1978, had never been beaten in the British Figure Skating Championships which were held annually on their 'own manor', the Nottingham Ice Stadium, today the Ice Arena or National Ice Centre which can be accessed by Bolero Square. More later on Maurice Ravel's musical composition.

In fact, it was at the old rink that Torvill was first bitten then utterly smitten by the ice skating bug. Born in Clifton, she attended Clifton Hall Girls' Grammar School, situated in Clifton Village...

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Fuel consumption figures for DS 3 CROSSBACK: MPG (l/100km): Combined 41.7 (6.8) to 62.7 (4.5), CO2 emissions: 121 - 97g/km.The grouped figures shown above show the lowest and highest performing results for this model. Consult your dealer for information on specific examples. The fuel consumption you achieve, and CO2 produced, in real world conditions will depend upon a number of factors: including the accessories fitted (post registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load. There is a new test WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure) used to measure fuel consumption and CO2 figures. These CO2 figures, however, are based on the outgoing test cycle NEDCeq (New European Driving Cycle Equivalent), calculated using an EC correlation tool which converts WLTP figures to NEDC. These figures are used to calculate tax for first registration. You should only compare fuel consumption and CO2 figures with other vehicles tested using the same technicalCitroen UK limited trading as DS Automobiles. ‡Offer shown applies to DS 3 Crossback PureTech 100 Performance Line manual & an advance rental of £1,476 will be required followed by 35 monthly rentals on a 36 month agreement of 10,000 miles per annum. Actual model shown: New DS 3 Crossback Ultra Prestige. Elect 4 Personal finance lease applies to qualifying new vehicles ordered and delivered between 01/01-31/03/2020 or until such time as offers/prices may be withdrawn by DS Automobiles or Bristol Street Motors at its complete discretion. One initial bulk advance rental will be required. Excess mileage charges may apply if the agreed annual mileage is exceeded. Payment of the optional final rental extends the rental term (this does not transfer title of the vehicle) & requires an annual rental equivalent to one months’ rental. All rentals inclusive of VAT. You will not own the vehicle. Terms and conditions apply. Finance subject to status. Over 18s only. Written quotations available on request from PSA Finance UK Ltd, RH1 1QA. Citroën U.K. Limited (trading as DS Automobiles) is acting as a credit broker and is not a lender. Bristol Street Fourth Investments Ltd trading as Bristol Street Motors are acting as a credit broker and not a lender. To finance your vehicle we may introduce you to a limited number of lenders. Offers & specification correct at time of going to press from participating Dealers. Terms & conditions apply. Please ask us for details. Subject to stock availability.

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Fuel consumption figures for Citroën C1 Range: MPG (l/100km): Combined 51.6 (5.5) to 58.9 (4.8), CO2 emissions: 85–98g/km. The grouped figures shown above show the lowest and highest performing results for this model. Consult your dealer for information on specific examples. The fuel consumption you achieve, and CO2 produced, in real world conditions will depend upon a number of factors: including the accessories fitted (post registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load. There is a new test WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure) used to measure fuel consumption and CO2 figures. These CO2 figures, however, are based on the outgoing test cycle NEDCeq (New European Driving Cycle Equivalent), calculated using an EC correlation tool which converts WLTP figures to NEDC. These figures are used to calculate tax for first registration. You should only compare fuel consumption and CO2 figures with other vehicles tested using the same technical standard.

We act as credit brokers and we are not a lender*1 YEARS’ FREE INSURANCE applies to new Citroën C1 vehicles registered 01/01-31/03/2020. Minimum age 19, maximum age 75. All drivers must hold a full UK licence & meet eligibility criteria including limits on driving convictions & claims. Excesses apply. Motor insurance is provided and underwritten by U K Insurance Limited, which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Offers apply to retail sales of qualifying models ordered & registered 01/01-31/03/2020 or until such time as offers/prices may be withdrawn by Citroen or Bristol Street Motors at its complete discretion & include VAT, delivery to dealer & number plates, Government Registration Fee & 12 months’ graduated vehicle excise duty. Optional paint available at extra cost. Elect 4 Personal Lease rentals shown applies to New Citroen C1 VTi 72 Feel 3dr. An advance rental of £159 will be required followed by 46 monthly rentals at the rates shown & a significant optional final rental. Excess mileage charges may apply if the agreed annual mileage is exceeded. Payment of the optional final rental extends the rental term (this does not transfer title of the vehicle) & requires an annual rental equivalent to one months’ rental. You will not own the vehicle. Finance subject to status. Finance provided by and written quotations available on request from PSA Finance UK Ltd (company registration number 01024322), RH1 1QA. PSA Finance UK Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Over 18s only. A guarantee may be required. Bristol Street Fourth Investments Ltd is acting as a credit broker and not a lender. To finance your vehicle we may introduce you to a limited number of lenders. Offers & specification correct at time of going to press, but are subject to change at any time without prior notice (which may occur as a result of, but not limited to, any changes in legislation and/or any changes by the government). Terms & conditions apply. Please ask us for details. Subject to stock availability

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Hyundai Motor UK have just announced to MotorMartin the pricing and specification of their new i10, the latest generation of the multi award winning city car, which goes on sale on the 18th January.

Arriving at its 3rd Generation, the all new i10 is a comprehensive upgrade over previous models, with substantial changes regarding exterior and interior design, equipment and driving dynamics. In fact, it could be said to be a brand new model from the

ground up offering technology, segment leading connectivity and safety features and even a full 5 seat configuration when many in its segment only offer 4 seat models.

Evolving from the previous generation the i10 has increased proportions, with its visual stance improved by a lowered roof (20 mm), wider body (20 mm) and longer wheelbase (40mm). These enhancements can be complemented by newly-designed optional 16-inch alloy wheels,

resulting in what Hyundai describe as an energetic and agile look.

Further changes have occurred with the i10’s stylish interior design repositioning the model when compared to the previous generation, without losing any of the i10’s reputation for real world convenience and usability. Indeed, the entry level S specification is no longer available meaning that you can now enjoy the increased specification of SE trim at the starting point of the i10 range.

Hyundai have shared the following information with MotorMartin regarding the latest engine and specifications of the all new i10:

The i10 SE 1.0 MPi 67PS 5 speed manual is available from £12,495 offering a fantastic level of standard equipment including DAB radio, 3.8” display, Bluetooth, air conditioning, electric windows, leather steering wheel and gear lever, electric mirror adjustment and cruise control. Standard safety equipment includes

Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Driver Attention Alert (DAA), High Beam Assist (HBA) and Forward Collision Warning System (FCWS) with integrated Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning System with Lane Keep Assist (LKAS) and eCall, which can automatically dial emergency services in the event of a serious accident.

Customers looking for connectivity and style can choose the i10 SE Connect trim, starting at £13,495 for the i10 SE Connect 1.0 MPi 67PS 5 speed manual. Specification enhancements over the SE include 15” alloy wheels, an 8” touchscreen display audio, rear view camera, subscription free Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, Bluetooth with voice activation and 2 rear speakers. The i10 SE Connect is also available with a 1.2 MPi 84PS four cylinder engine, with both available as a 5 speed manual, or a new 5 speed automated manual transmission.

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Offering even further equipment, the i10 Premium 1.0 MPi 67PS 5 speed manual costs from £14,495 and includes 16” alloy wheels, halogen bi-function headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, front fog lamps, privacy glass, heated front seats and steering wheel. The i10 Premium is also available with a 1.2 MPi 84PS four cylinder engine, with

both the 5 speed manual, or new 5 speed automated manual transmission available.

Customers choosing the Premium specification can add the optional Tech Pack offering a wireless charging pad for compatible devices, 8” touchscreen navigation with Bluelink® telematics, giving owners the ability to locate the

vehicle via GPS, LIVE services and additional navigation services such as the ability to send navigation instructions via smartphone and remotely lock the vehicle. The Tech Pack is a £1000 option on Premium models. There’s even a choice of ten colours!

All New i10 models come with Hyundai’s industry leading 5 Year

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To Book a test drive call Bristol Street Motors on 0115 895 7313 or pop down to 20 Nuthall Road, Nottingham NG8 5AT.

Justin Iliffe New & Used Car Sales Manager at Bristol Street Hyundai Nottingham said… We are all very excited to welcome this 3rd Generation Hyundai i10, All New i10 marks the beginning of a huge year of product development for Hyundai, and represents a complete repositioning versus its predecessor. Substantial enhancements to the exterior and interior design, space, equipment and driving dynamics will firmly establish the All New i10 at the top of its class.

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PEUGEOT are the proud winners of various accolades which recognise the innovation, technology and design craftsmanship of the brand.

The vast array of awards in the trophy cabinet highlights the dynamism of our range. PEUGEOT continues to innovate and hopes to achieve more awards as we push the boundaries into new markets and technologies.

Discover below just some of the latest awards the PEUGEOT brand and its models have won. Make sure your next car is #BuiltWithPride. Make it a PEUGEOT.

MOST DEPENDABLE VOLUME BRAND

We’re delighted to have been awarded the Most Dependable Volume Brand in the annual J.D. Power UK Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS). This survey is one of the UK’s most trusted reliability surveys, with over 11,000 car owners rating their cars between the first 12-36 months of ownership to tell potential buyers how dependable they are. PEUGEOT were ranked the Most Dependable Brand of all volume and premium brands covered in the study in the UK, beating a number of key rivals to the title.

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The PEUGEOT Brand received the lowest rate of reported problems among all nameplate brands in the J.D. Power 2019 UK Vehicle Dependability Study of original owner’s experience with their 2016-2018 model year vehicles during the 12 months prior to survey with their vehicle after 3 years of ownership. For J.D. Power 2019 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.

This accolade means PEUGEOT owners were most happy with their vehicles’ reliability, running costs and build quality.

We’d like to thank PEUGEOT customers for participating in this respected ownership survey, and reiterate our commitment to building vehicles with

uncompromising quality, an instinctive driving experience and sharp design.

And the great news didn’t stop there! Our best-selling PEUGEOT 208 was awarded the Most Dependable Small Car award in the same J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study.

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SUBARU FORESTER e-BOXER fuel economy (WLTP) and CO2 results (NEDC Correlated): Combined 34.7mpg, CO2 emissions 154g/km. Fuel consumption figures are determined according to the WLTP test cycle. Mpg figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes & may not reflect real driving results. CO2 figure shown is based on the outgoing NEDC test cycle & will be used to calculate vehicle tax on first registration. Only compare fuel consumption & CO2 figures with other cars tested to the same technical standard. Fuel consumption achieved in real life conditions & CO2 produced depends on a number of factors including accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles & vehicle load. Representative Example based on 6,000 miles per annum. Credit available subject to status. UK residents 18+. Subaru deposit contributions only available with Subaru Personal Contract Purchase on the specific models stated. This offer excludes fleet and Members Affinity scheme sales, is only available through participating Subaru dealers and is not available in conjunction with any other offers unless specified. Crystal White Pearl special paint finish free of charge cross all models. Other special paint finishes charged at £550.00 which is not included in finance example. This credit offer is only available through Subaru Finance provided by International Motors Finance Limited, St. William House, Tresillian Terrace, Cardiff CF10 5BH. Offers may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Offer ends 30.04.2020. OTR price includes VAT, delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee. Please consult your local Subaru dealer for exact quotation. With Personal Contract Purchase, once you have paid all of your regular monthly repayments you can either 1) Pay the Optional Final Repayment and own the car. Optional Final Repayment includes £10 purchase fee (not included if taken out on 0% APR finance offer). 2) Part exchange the car for a new one (subject to settlement of your existing agreement, new agreements are subject to status). 3) Return the car to Subaru Finance without paying the optional final repayment. Providing you’ve not exceeded the maximum agreed mileage and the car is in good condition (fair wear and tear accepted) you will have nothing further to pay. If the vehicle has exceeded the maximum agreed mileage then a charge of 8.0p + VAT per excess mile on 2.0i.

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You can expect the same 5-star safety, go-anywhere capability, and rugged reliability that our SUVs are renowned for; with the added benefits of battery-based power. And all without the need to plug in to recharge.

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Fuel economy figures (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP)) for the Honda Civic EX - Sport Line 1.0 VTEC Turbo mpg (l/100km): Low 36.7mpg (7.7L/100km), Medium 45.6mpg (6.2L/100km), High 52.3mpg (5.4L/100km), Extra High 43.5mpg (6.5L/100km), Combined 45.6mpg (6.2L/100km). New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) equivalent Combined CO2 emissions: 141g/km. The fuel consumption you achieve under real life driving conditions and CO2 produced will depend upon a number of factors including the accessories fitted after registration, variations in driving styles, weather conditions and vehicle load. Figures stated are based on a standardised test cycle and may not reflect real world driving, therefore they should be used for comparison purposes only. Customers should only compare vehicles tested to the same technical procedures.Model Shown: Civic EX - Sport Line 1.0 VTEC Turbo Manual in Rallye Red at £25,510 On The Road (OTR). Terms and Conditions: New retail Civic EX - Sport Line orders from 01 January 2020 to 29 February 2020 and registered by 29 February 2020. Subject to model and colour availability. Offers applicable at participating dealers (excluding Channel Islands) and are at the promoter’s absolute discretion. Not to be used along with any other offers currently available. *“£1,000 Test Drive Incentive”: Customer saving of £1,000 is applicable to all new retail Civic models, (excluding Type R). £1,000 inc VAT will be applied to the retail invoice price. 5 years £599 service package: This is applicable to all new retail Civic models ordered from 01 January 2020 to 29 February 2020 and registered by 29 February 2020. 0% APR representative Honda Aspirations (PCP): Maximum customer deposit 30%. You do not have to pay the Final Payment if you return the car at the end of the agreement and you have paid all other amounts due, the vehicle is in good condition and has been serviced in accordance with the Honda service book and the maximum annual mileage has not been exceeded. Excess mileage charge includes VAT at current rate. Indemnities may be required in certain circumstances. Finance is only available to persons aged 18 or over, subject to status. All figures are correct at time of publication but may be subject to change. Honda Franchise Dealers are credit brokers, not lenders. Credit provided by Honda Finance Europe Plc. Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 1HL. Honda Financial Services is a trading name of Honda Finance Europe Plc. Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 1HL a company registered at Companies House No 03289418. Honda Finance Europe plc is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register number 312541.

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Beeston photographer Philippa Dytham-Double of Double Image Photography has picked up one of the consumer prizes in a prestigious industry competition for portrait photography.

Philippa, who owns the portrait photography business in Beeston, picked up one of only 46 consumer awards at the recent Xperience group awards ceremony.

Mrs Dytham-Double was selected out of more than 9000 images in the 2019 Xperience Portrait Awards, Mrs Dytham-Double said she was “delighted” to have been selected by real consumers. ‘It’s really important that customers like the photographs I take and it was

lovely that this image, which I was very proud of, was selected for an award’.

Xperience chief trainer Mark Cleghorn, developed the awards to challenge members of The Xperience Group, made up of over 100 photographic studios from across the UK and Ireland to make the photographers ‘step outside their comfort zones and get even more creative with every day clients’.

Mr Cleghorn said: “We should always inspire our clients with creativity, lighting and of course the perfect expression, not forgetting our mastery of light and imagination. The standard of entries this year was exceptional, and I am looking forward to how we can move trends and style even further in the 2020 awards.

For more information contact: Philippa Dytham-Double, Double Image Photography 0115 9252725, email [email protected].

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Beeston Fields Primary & Nursery School have shown a rapid rise in the performance league tables for progress, ranking 13th overall for reading, 9th in writing and 2nd in Mathematics.

This is the highest position the school has achieved in its recent history and shows a rapid rise in their impact in the past 3 years, achieving a positive change in the progress of its pupils.

Claire Lindsay, Head Teacher at Beeston Fields Primary & Nursery School, said, “This is a fantastic achievement and reflects all of the hard work staff have put in to improve opportunities for the children at Beeston Fields. I am so, so proud of everything the pupils have achieved.”

Claire said that this result demonstrates to families the commitment the school shows to its pupils. “This league table is a clear indication of the progress

children make during their time with us at Beeston Fields. The staff and children, the supportive families, governors, The Flying High Trust and the wider community have played such an important role in this result. The staff have been unanimous in creating the strong Beeston Fields Family ethos and providing high quality teaching and learning opportunities for all our children.

“We still have lots of exciting things in our future, but it’s lovely to celebrate with everyone our success.”

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Managing director, John Evans at home improvement company Stormclad, said: “There’s never been a better time to make those necessary home improvements than at the start of a brand new year. Our specialists at Stormclad have compiled a list of three easy tips to spruce up your property.”

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Brand-new doors and windows can really give homes a new lease of life and there are a range of styles on the market to give homes a unique

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As a prime living space that can be enjoyed all year round, conservatories are always worth investing in. As many older styles of conservatories don’t benefit from modern materials and construction techniques, they suffer problems with temperature control, leaking gutters and roofs and damp. Simple, economical options such as - window replacement, high-performance glass, door and roof replacement.

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A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows an appointed person (Attorney) to act on your behalf and make decisions if you are unable to.

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Millions of gardeners have realised that buying almost fully grown plantlets in early summer ready to plant out in patio pots, hanging baskets and garden borders is not the cheapest way of buying plant material. The trend nowadays is to buy seedlings or plug plants early in the new year and grow these plants in pots indoors until they are ready to plant out in the garden.

Lawncare Don't walk on the grass while it is frozen or frosted. Crushing the frozen blades of grass results in a burn that turns brown and the footsteps will be visible for weeks. In mild spells why not cut the grass to keep the lawn looking trim.

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Buy your favourite varieties of seed potato from your local garden centre before they sell out. Set them out in a single layer at the bottom of a seed tray and keep them somewhere in good light that is cool and frost-free.

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Lots to talk about at Prograss...At the time of writing this we have just started up again after our Christmas/New Year break and are doing the important Winter lawn treatments which is all about applying fertiliser products that deal with any moss that has spored and diseases that have appeared over this period in the damp, wet, mild conditions. These products also supply the nutrients required to condition the soil at this time of the year. It is essential to get the lawn prepared and in shape so that we can then apply the nice lively fertilisers in the Spring that are required to get the lawn looking its best for 2020. The Winter treatment also prepares the lawn for any mechanical work (aeration and scarification) that may be booked in for the Spring.

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Volunteers from the Friends of Bramcote Ridge celebrated their 20th anniversary recently, doing what they do best by planting hazel trees and wildflower bulbs at the Green Flag award winning Bramcote Ridge Local Nature Reserve.

The group was joined by the Practical Conservation Volunteers and the Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Michael Brown to plant the trees in an open area within the woodland. In the future, they will be managed as traditional hazel coppice, providing an important resource for local wildlife. The trees were provided by Broxtowe Borough Council as part of its Clean and Green initiative.

Around each tree, a drift of wildflower bulbs, including snowdrop, bluebell and wild daffodil were also planted, which will further add to the attractiveness of the woodland for both wildlife and visitors.

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The Friends of Bramcote Ridge formed 20 years ago to help preserve and improve this

important site, for wildlife and local people. In total 20 hazel trees were planted to commemorate this remarkable milestone, which also coincides with the completion of a number of improvements carried out on the site thanks to a funding award of £20,000 from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Throughout 2019 a number of improvements were made, including a wheelchair and buggy friendly path to the play area, improvements to a stepped access from Thoresby Road and resurfacing of an accessible path to a viewpoint overlooking

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Since forming in 1999, the Friends have maintained a membership of around 50 or so local people, with up to 20 members turning up for their monthly work parties to engage in practical activities including managing wildlife habitats, clearing litter, erecting and maintaining bird nest boxes, and maintaining paths and accesses. The Group have held the prestigious Green Flag Award for the last 11 consecutive years, a real testament to their hard work and enthusiasm.

Both The Friends of Bramcote Ride and The Practical Conservation Volunteers are always on the look out for new volunteers. To become a member of The Friends of Bramcote Ridge, visit www.bramcote-ridge.org.uk. If you would like to become a Practical Conservation Volunteer, please email: [email protected] or call 01332 864581.

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Among the guests for this year’s show are Doctor Who star Tosin Cole, who plays current TARDIS team member Ryan, Joonas Suotamo who plays Chewbacca in Star Wars, Game of Thrones and Skins star Hannah Murray,

LaMonica Garrett from TV’s Arrow, Supergirl and The Flash, John Ross Bowie from The Big Bang Theory and Tommy Flanagan, star of Sons of Anarchy, Gladiator and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. They’ll be on hand to sign autographs, meet fans and join them in photoshoots and will be appearing alongside a number of other guests from the entertainment world.

Since the first event in 2014, EM-Con has grown to become a firm fixture in the Nottingham calendar and proved so popular in its first year only the Motorpoint Arena could meet the demand for tickets. With more attendees coming every year, EM-Con is the perfect day out with friends and family, and has been so popular with some fans that last year a couple even chose to get married at the show in full cosplay!

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On the eve of the American Civil War, rich, beautiful and self-centred Scarlett O’Hara has everything she could want – except Ashley Wilkes. But as the war devastates the South, Scarlett discovers the strength within herself to protect her family and rebuild her life.

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to work through ill health and injury. Visit newbeginningsart.co.uk or please call Greg on 07847 096141.Every second Wednesday Chilwell Women's Institute meet 2-4pm at Christchurch Hall, Lime Grove Avenue in Chilwell. Please contact Nora on 0115 973 1579.Every second Wednesday The Hive WI meet in Beeston between 7:30pm and 9:30pm in the Assumption Church Hall on Foster Avenue. Please contact them before going by sending an email to [email protected]. Every third Wednesday The Beeston & District Local History society meet at Chilwell Memorial Hall on High Road at 7:30pm. Visit www.beestonhistory.org.uk for more information. This month's talk (Feb 19th) is on Lady Arbela Stuart by David Templeman.Every Thursday Beeston Memory Café meets at Middle Street Resource Centre from 2-4pm. The café is a safe, friendly venue where folk with dementia and those who support them can chat. Sessions include social activities, information & opportunities to meet new people. Visit beestonmemorycafe.com or call 07960 398700.Every Thursday Ladies Circle at Beeston Methodist Church on Chilwell Road at 7:30pm. For more info call Sue on 0115 9677399.Every Thursday Beeston Camera Club meet at the British Legion Club, 16 Hall Croft, Beeston, NG9 1EL at 7:30pm. Visit beestoncameraclub.co.uk for more information or please email [email protected] Thursday Walking Netball, 1:30pm at Chilwell Memorial Institute (NG 9 4AT). No

previous netball experience needed. First session free. Email: [email protected] for details.Every Thursday Pub quiz at the Flour Brewer, Beeston. Starts at 8:30pm, teams of 4 or more will receive free flatbread. Every first Thursday Beeston U3A’s open meeting takes place at 10am at Beeston Methodist Church, Chilwell Road, Beeston. Are you retired or semi-retired? Looking to broaden your horizons, make new friends and join with like-minded people to pursue hobbies and interests? Tea and coffee at 10am followed by a talk.Every third Thursday Hemlock Garden Club meets at Bramcote Memorial Hall (NG9 3HD) at 7:30pm. Meetings include speakers on gardening related topics, a raffle, competitions and occasional visits to gardens. £2.50 entry including refreshments. Details of the 2020 programme at www.hemlockgardenclub.co.uk/Every first Friday Beeston Cabaret Club meets at the Royal British Legion Club, 16 Hallcroft, Beeston, NG9 1EL, from 7:30pm. Live music, fabulous light show and there is air conditioning. Entrance £5.Every third Saturday Beeston Parkinson's Cafe takes place from 10am - 12 at Catholic Church Hall on Foster Avenue (NG9 1AE). Friendly gatherings offering information and support for people with Parkinson's. Just drop in or you can telephone 07851 651988.Every last Saturday Coffee morning at Beeston Methodist Church on Chilwell Road from 10am – 11:30am. Various stalls will be available on the last Saturday of the month.

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Leading Nottinghamshire developer Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,000 to the Trent Vale Community Sports Association as part of its Community Fund scheme.

As part of its efforts to support the communities close to its developments, Barratt and David Wilson Homes has made the contribution towards much-needed renovations of Trent Vale Community Sports Association’s clubhouse and grounds.

At the nearby Barratt Homes at Beeston development, the housebuilder is currently building a number of two-bedroom apartments as well as a range of two to four-bedroom homes.

The Association’s site is used by Beeston Football Club, providing a training ground for 250 of the volunteer-run club’s members. The club has recently added four girls teams as well as an adults team and an additional boys team, serving as a place where members can socialise and exercise together.

The redevelopment of the derelict club house at Trent Vale will support significant growth in Beeston Football Club in the next

five years. The total number of players will increase to more than 350 and the club will grow from 17 teams now to 28, including two disability teams, a new adult women’s team, an additional men’s team as well as more girls’ and boys’ teams.

Chris Southgate, Managing Director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Midlands, said: “We are delighted to make our Community Fund donation to the Trent Vale Community Sports Association.

“As a leading homebuilder, we aim to engage with and support the local areas around our developments as much as possible and by making this donation we hope to help the Association continue their fantastic work.”

Leroy Payne, Trustee for Trent Vale Community Sports Association, said: “This is a fantastic contribution from Barratt and David Wilson Homes which will help make our project a reality. Our aim is to give everyone in the community the opportunity to play football in a positive and supportive environment.

“The new club house at Trent Vale will enable us to do that bringing together boys, girls, people with disabilities and adult players, all representing Beeston. It’s going to be great. Thank you for your support.”

More information on the Association, the project and Beeston Football Club can be found at www.beestonfc.co.uk

Beeston Sports Association receives a helping hand Students raise funds for charityFive local students from the University of Nottingham are pleased to announce that they raised £450.90 for Action Against Hunger in a recent street collection, held on 30th November 2019, in Nottingham city centre. Jamie Ward, Evangeline Inyang, Matthew Small, Dan Smith and Ellen Steel will also be taking part in a Kilimanjaro trek on 3rd September 2020, to raise money for the charity’s programmatic work. Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organisation that works in nearly fifty countries, taking decisive action against the causes and effects of hunger, through therapeutic feeding, support, water, sanitation provision and international advocacy.Many thanks to the students and to all those who donated!

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