 Councillors, partner agencies and local community and voluntary groups all joined together to undertake a day of action in Bestwood recently. An array of activities were undertaken including parking enforcement outside local schools, checks for untaxed vehicles, a deep clean of the Peary Close and surrounding area partners door knocked and spoke to local residents in part of Top Valley, whilst the Fire Service fitted smoke alarms.
A big thank you to the volunteers from the Peoples Church and Bestwood Park Nursery who undertook community litter picks alongside us.
Follow the My Bestwood Facebook page for news on upcoming community events
Local Bestwood councillors Audra, Georgia and Jay were recently also joined by MP Alex Norris on a litter pick around the Bala Drive area.
Councillors are out regularly supporting Nottingham Clean Champions to keep Bestwood, Bestwood Park and Top Valley clean and would love your support.
If you would like to suggest a litter pick on your street please get in touch with any of your local councillors who will be happy to come and help out.
Sign up to become a Clean Champion online
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During September local school children took part in a Music Camp which the Bestwood Councillors helped to support with a contribution from their ward budget.
This enabled the Nottingham Music Service charity to give children an opportunity to learn how to play music by ear, to read music, and they also learnt ensemble skills that helped them play as part of a whole orchestra or ‘monster band’ at the end of camp.
Activities included teaching in small instrument groups, larger sectionals, outdoor games and play that reinforced musical concepts through physical activities and a final performance to mark the end of camp. Well done to everyone who took part!
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Time to spare and want to meet others?
Why not pop along to the Place of Welcome Café which has re-opened this autumn at Bestwood Park Church, Beckhampton Road (NG5 5NG).
The café’s is open every Thursday between 2-4pm
All are welcome to come along for FREE tea, coffee, biscuits and a friendly chat.
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 In early September a Family Fun Day took place in the Lytham Gardens area, funded by the Bestwood Councillors, Bestwood Partnership and Nottingham City Homes. The sun was shining encouraging local residents to attend who enjoyed participating in sports, music and craft activities. Residents were also given the opportunity to meet partner agencies and find out about their services.
In October the Bestwood Councillors supported the African Women Empowerment Forum (AWEF) to hold a community fun day at the Leen Valley Community Centre.
Audra, Georgia and Jay attended the event which brought local groups and individuals together to showcase their services, and talents – including writers, DJs, rappers and poets.
The organiser said that the day was an essential part of building the community’s spirit after the COVID-19 lockdown and exhibit local talent. Local people enjoyed food and participating in dancing.
Local residents will have seen that there is a new housing development taking shape on the old Eastglade site in Top Valley.
A company called Woodhead are doing this work on behalf of Nottingham City Homes, but not only are they putting the bricks and mortar together for much needed housing they are also adding further social value and skills to our community.
Whilst working on the Eastglade project they have:
- Employed 2 x Technical Apprentices within Woodhead and are encouraging local sub-contractors working on the scheme to take on apprentices
- Employing 2 x Site operatives through the governments Kick Start Programme, aimed at employing local people for a minimum of 6 months, with a further 2 placements being advertised
- Delivered a Health & Safety assembly to Southglade Primary School
- Working with Bulwell Academy with their architecture and interior design course on a competition to design the interior of one of the properties
- Delivered a Women in Construction event alongside NCH with the aim of encouraging more women into the industry
- Supporting Bestwood Park Church by helping with building some infrastructure for the new community garden and further ongoing support.
- A work experience programme has begun to support local individuals thinking of a career in construction
- Supported charities with fundraising
Christmas Lights
The Councillors have committed to funding the Christmas lighting on Beckhampton Road which will be turned on at the end of November. Follow the My Bestwood Facebook page for news on upcoming community events
Bestwood Christmas Appeal
Councillors are also encouraging local people to get involved in the Bestwood Christmas Appeal – last year local residents responded overwhelming to help families in our ward.
To take part, purchase a new toy or game for a toddler or primary-school aged child and drop it off at Bestwood Park Church, Beckhampton Road NG5 5NG, on Thursdays between 9.15am - 4pm. The last date for gifts to be dropped off is Thursday 9th December. Thank you!
Christmas Toy Swap
Parents in Bestwood have come together to organise a toy swap ahead of Christmas to help reuse and swap toys to save money and help each other out!
It will happen at Bestwood Park Church on Saturday 11th December 1pm - 3pm.
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Drop-in surgeries with your local Councillors now taking place, why not come along to ask a question or share an idea on how to make Bestwood a better place to live.
- 3rd Saturday of the month at Southglade Library 10-11am
- Starting in December Councillors will be attending the Place of Welcome Café, at Bestwood Park Church on the 3rd Thursday of the month 2-4pm
- If you’re unable to attend please get in touch and the Councillors would be happy to come out and visit.
Nottingham City Council’s Trading Standards team are asking Nottingham residents to be careful when buying presents for children:
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Look for the CE or UKCA mark: These symbols on the label or box mean the manufacturer has assessed the toy for safety
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Button-batteries can kill: Check they are screwed in firmly and safely before giving to a child
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Check age restrictions: Toys must be clearly marked with age restrictions - always follow them, they’re there for a reason
Council Tax Support
If you are on Universal Credit, you can get help with Council Tax costs. You need to make a separate claim for Council Tax Support. Apply online.
Pension Credit
Did you know that over a third of those entitled to Pension Credit haven't yet claimed it? Check now if you are eligible: either use the online calculator or call Age UK Notts on 0115 844 0011.
Warm Home Discount
Could you get the Warm Home Discount of £140? It's for those on low income and certain benefits. See if you may be able to claim it
Warning – criminals are using the NHS Covid Pass and pretending to be the NHS as a way to target the public by convincing them to hand over money, financial details and personal information.
For information on how to get your free NHS COVID Pass, visit www.nhs.uk/nhscovidpass.
On scams generally - remember, if a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is. These include festive getaways at very low prices and ‘easy’ ways to make money, like cryptocurrency and investments. Take a moment to check Citizens Advice’s Online Scams Helper to protect yourself.
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