by Retford Art Society | Dec 11, 2025 | Art, Community Focus, Local Experiences, Retford, Social Group
It has been a busy and successful year for Retford Art Society, with a full programme of workshops and demonstrations that have proved very popular among members. The Society extends its thanks to the Methodist Chapel for its friendship and support, having hosted two...
by Inspire Nottinghamshire Libraries | Dec 10, 2025 | Community Focus, Education and Learning, Heritage, Local Experiences, Retford
Are you interested in tracing your family tree but unsure where to begin? ‘Researching Your Family History: An Introduction’ is a six-week course starting on Saturday 17th January at Worksop Library. The course has proved extremely popular in previous years, often...
by Bassetlaw Museum | Dec 10, 2025 | Community Event, Community Focus, Heritage, Local Experiences, Retford
There’s lots going on at Bassetlaw Museum in Retford and the team would love to welcome you through their doors: Christmas Magic at Bassetlaw Museum This year, Amcott House will once again be transformed with festive decorations throughout. With its elegant period...
by Muddy Fork | Dec 9, 2025 | Community Focus, Environment, Gardening Club, Local Charity, Local Experiences, Retford, Social Group, Wildlife
With the clocks going back, there is now a real sense that the year is drawing to a close. Surprisingly, though, there are still signs of life in the garden at Muddy Fork, Retford’s Gardening for Wellbeing charity. Some of these are more welcome than others – a plague...
by Community Focus | Dec 9, 2025 | Community facility, Community Focus, Local Charity, Local Experiences, Retford, Social Group, Support Group
On Sunday 16th November at 11.30am residents demonstrated against the proposal to build a large Battery Energy Storage System in the small rural village of Rampton. Councillor Emma Griffin, Conservative Opposition Leader, and Councillor Simon Richardson, Deputy...
by Retford Athletic Club | Dec 9, 2025 | Community Focus, Local Experiences, Retford
The excitement is building for the Retford Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday 15th March 2026, organised by Retford Athletic Club. Renowned for its friendly atmosphere, smooth organisation, and fast, scenic course, the event attracts runners from across the region...
