Due to current restrictions many local events have had to be cancelled or postponed. Before attending please check with organisers via their website or social media, for up to date opening arrangements. When attending any event, please continue to follow social distancing guidance and be considerate of others.
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Another wonderful production from the Robin Hood Theatre
The annual Upton Village Fete returns on Saturday 14th August (fingers crossed that the Covid restrictions have been lifted by then!) and it promises to be the family fun-packed afternoon it always has been, set in the beautiful grounds of the B.H.I. (Upton Hall), with lots of exciting activities, stalls, food, and entertainment. There will be live music - provided, once again, by ‘The ‘Moonshiners’, a duo covering some old favorites ranging from Rockabilly to RnB. There are lots of fun activities for all ages, from soft archery through to welly-wanging, as well as a wide selection of stalls; including original artwork, crafts, bric-a-brac, cakes, vegan food, and, of course, raffle and tombola. As is a tradition in Upton, we will finish off with some light-hearted races for children, adults, and even dogs – so come prepared! If the excitement gets too much you can always chill out at the refreshment tent (organised by Clock House Café) or even get yourself a revitalising pint/prosecco/Pimms from the bar and a burger from the barbeque. Do come along on Saturday 14th August from 2.00 pm until 5.00 pm, for a fun-packed afternoon. Entry is free.
Sunday 15th August Funhouse Comedy Club PATRICK MONAHAN http://patrickmonahan.co.uk/ SCOTT BENNETT http://scottbennettcomedy.co.uk/ David Eagle MC Spiky Mike £10 in advance To book tickets please call 01636 830251 3.00 pm doors 4.00 pm show Delicious meals, including Sunday roasts available from 12.00 pm This is an outdoor event. Some tables are in a marquee. In the event of bad weather, it will be postponed.
See an international ensemble of professional singers and players perform various concerts at venues in Southwell across the August Bank Holiday weekend. 25th-30th August. Tickets on sale from 12th July from: www.southwellmusicfestival.com
Discover a host of ceramics at this new ceramic fair on August Bank Holiday, Sunday 29th. Just under 40 potters - local and national will be on hand to show their craft. More info from: www.ceramicsinsouthwell.org
2nd to 5th September in Kirklington!
Sunday 5th September Edingley will be holding a village fete to celebrate 100 years of history and a new children’s play area, which was officially opened in November 2020. Families can enjoy a dog show, juggling, vintage tractor display, a presentation of images of Edingley over the years, local craft stalls, ice creams, teas, coffees and a BBQ. Local residents are also invited to produce a floral display (planters, bunting, etc.) outside their homes to decorate the village on the day. Check the village noticeboard and further issues of the Bramley for the latest event information nearer the time.
11.00am until 5.00pm A fun day for everyone NG23 6BY
For Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, the impact of Covid-19 has meant the East Midlands’ charity has had to change the way it supports many of its families. Because of restrictions, the main change has been providing care to families in their Nottinghamshire homes rather than at the Loughborough-based hospice. Last month marked Children’s Hospice Week (21st-27th June), the only week in the year dedicated to raising awareness and funds for children’s hospice and palliative care services across the UK. As part of the week, Rainbows announced it will be holding its first-ever outdoor Open Day on Saturday 18th September. Alison Furlong, Head of Community and Events at Rainbows, said: “We would love to have the opportunity to still be able to show you what we do, even when life isn’t the way it used to be. “At our first Outdoor Rainbows Open Day you will have the opportunity to meet our Care Team and hear first-hand how we are supporting hundreds of children and young people and their families across the East Midlands. Under marquees and in our wonderful gardens, we will bring the care we deliver to life, and show you how our supporters make a real difference.” Entry is free but in order to manage numbers and stagger arrival times in line with government guidelines, a booking system will be operating this year instead of the usual drop in format. The event runs between 10.00am and 4.00pm. Alison added: “To help us ensure we can safely manage numbers; we ask that you please book in advance this year. We are a working hospice and providing a safe environment for everyone is paramount to us.” To book a place, visit www.rainbows.co.uk/openday21
Newark Dragon Boat Festival gets go-ahead for Sunday 19th September. The event started in 2019 as a joint project between Beaumond House Hospice Care and the Children’s Bereavement Centre. Thousands of people lined the banks of the River Trent to support the 27 teams who took part, raising a staggering £28,274, which was split between the two much-loved Newark charities. For further details on how to enter a team for 2021 please call 01636 610556 or visit www.beaumondhouse.co.uk