Retford u3a

Retford u3a

A cold and wet May has not stopped Retford u3a from undertaking a full schedule of activities. On 1st July, another full house will crowd into Retford Golf Club for the fourth Big Night Out. It’s hard to believe how quickly what started as a post-Covid one-off last...
Vandalism on the golf course

Vandalism on the golf course

Retford Golf Club, a major asset to the environment and community of our local area, has recently been the targets of vandals. They have disregarded clear signs and directions around the course, smashed through fences and hedges, repeatedly stolen rakes and waste...
Retford Ramblers

Retford Ramblers

The Retford group of the Ramblers Association is small and friendly, always pleased to welcome people on a Taster Walk. Visit www.retfordramblers.org.uk to find details of upcoming rambles, such as July’s trips to Sturton-le-Steeple and the Peak District. For more...
Nature’s Philosophy

Nature’s Philosophy

A poem written by a Gainsborough Life reader: Nature’s Philosophy Nocturnal birds in sibilant causerie Forest creatures in distant revelry While nature’s blanket dims their rivalry And stills the air to peaceful reverie How brief is this tranquillity As hostile...