by Sherwood Forest Trust | Oct 5, 2025 | Community Focus, Local Charity, Sherwood
The historic parkland of Thoresby came alive this summer as the Sherwood Forest Trust hosted its much-loved Woodland Festival – a free, family-friendly celebration of nature, heritage and community spirit. There was something for everyone. Children learned to weave,...
by Erin McDaid, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust | Oct 3, 2025 | Sherwood, Wildlife
At this time of year, I quite often write about the autumn harvest of hips, haws, berries and nuts and this year’s harvest seems to be especially bountiful. It’s been widely reported that this year is a ‘mast’ year – something that only occurs every few years – and...
by Zachary Minard | Oct 3, 2025 | Art, Hobbies, Sherwood, Social Group
Eighteen members of Retford Textile Group met for their September meeting, where they all had a very venjoyable session wet felting. Thanks go to Joan Turner, one of the group’s members, for her expertise and for running the session so smoothly. October will be...
by Ollerton Bowls Club | Oct 3, 2025 | Sherwood, Sports Club
Ollerton Bowls Club have this year won the Mansfield Saturday League Division 2. Congratulations to David Brownley (league delegate), Mark Sansom (Team Captain) and all who played. Next year they will be in Division 1 so if you would like try bowling next year, please...
by Sue Burton | Oct 2, 2025 | Sherwood, weddings
As the leaves turn amber and frost begins to dust the landscape, wedding season takes on a distinct and enchanting character. Autumn and winter weddings, often overlooked in favour of spring and summer celebrations, are increasingly capturing the imagination of...
by The Dukeries Community Band | Oct 2, 2025 | Community Focus, Local Experiences, Music, Sherwood
The Dukeries Community Band is a local wind band comprising brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. Rehearsals take place every Tuesday during term time at the Dukeries Academy, New Ollerton, from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. The band is open to all woodwind, brass and...
