by Clarborough and District WI | Apr 7, 2025 | Retford, Social Group, WI
The February meeting of Clarborough and District WI was very well attended, with Lesley Taylor from Veolia giving a talk on waste disposal and bin collections. She highlighted many common recycling errors and explained her work at the recycling centre. A light-hearted...
by Rotary Club of Retford | Apr 7, 2025 | Retford, Rotary
Retford Rotary Club has been out and about, visiting some of the local organisations it supports and spreading joy with substantial charity donations. Members of the Santa Run Project Team visited Bassetlaw Food Bank and then Bassetlaw Hospice to present each charity...
by Beckingham and District Gardeners’ Club | Apr 7, 2025 | Gainsborough, Gardening Club, Hobbies
Beckingham and District Gardeners’ Club’s meeting on Monday 17th February, with Sarah Hackney demonstrating Willow Working and guiding members on how to make a willow sculpture, was very popular. Members made either a heart or a dragonfly, which, following completion,...
by Retford and District Historical and Archaeological Society | Apr 7, 2025 | Heritage, Retford
Retford and District Historical and Archaeological Society will meet on Wednesday 9th April, when David Templeman will give a talk entitled ‘Two Queens and a Countess’. He will offer a new perspective on the relationships between Elizabeth I, Mary, Queen of Scots, and...
by Welbeck Abbey Bowls Club | Apr 6, 2025 | Hobbies, Sports Club, Worksop
Here comes the summer, and Welbeck Abbey Bowls Club is open! The green opens on Sunday 13th April, with roll-ups on Monday afternoons from 2.00pm and Friday evenings from 5.45pm. Everyone is welcome. No equipment is necessary, as bowls are available to borrow—just...
