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Many will be aware about the current pressure with driver shortages and illness in the Council’s waste collection teams, and the inconvenience this can cause for residents who have their bins missed.
The Council remains committed to ensure that if a round is missed on the appointed day, that it will be collected on the following Saturday or as soon as possible.
We know how frustrating the problems have been for residents in Bulwell and we thank you for being so patient and understanding for the difficult situation waste teams in Nottingham and the whole country have been experiencing.
 Yes, of course…it’s got to be Bulwell Men’s Shed!
Over the past two years Bulwell Men’s Shed has gone from a two hour session on a Monday at Bulwell Forest Community Garden on Monday afternoon (which it still does) to also meeting all day at St Mary’s Church, Highbury Road, on Tuesdays.
The group provides an opportunity for local men to get involved in activities and enjoy social time together – according to the guys themselves, the tea and chat is accompanied by a plentiful supply of bad jokes!
Some really lovely articles are being made by skilled carpenters who attend the Men’s Shed, including nesting boxes, bird tables, butterfly houses, planters, shelves, bookcases and bookends. Another member of the group did a beautiful restoration job on an antique mirror. But you can choose your activity. It’s a cheerful, no pressure place.
Bulwell Men’s Shed was set up two years ago when Councillor Jane Lakey realised that there was little provision just for men. She teamed up with Steve Lack, Rebalancing’s Public Health Officer, who took the proposal ahead and who, with funding from both Bulwell and Bulwell Forest Councillors, made the idea real.
A friendly place to go, where there are things to do but no pressure, is a real plus for feeling good and staying fit. The gentlemen of Bulwell Men’s Shed are always happy to welcome new men to the group – why not give it a go?
Bulwell Men’s Shed meets on Tuesdays from 10am – 3.00pm at St Mary’s Church, Highbury Road, Bulwell NG6 9AD
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 The community of Bulwell was brought together during the lockdown summer by Zumba!
Exercise with friends, family and neighbours proved to be a great way of lifting spirits, bringing people together and improving health outcomes, so we expanded these sessions to Newmarket and Crabtree, during the school summer holidays. People of all ages joined in, with children’s games and African drumming as well!
As a Councillor for our ward, Maria Joannou is committed to building stronger more connected communities. These Zumba sessions have helped bring together Newmarket and Crabtree, allowing residents to address issues which affect both areas, such as fly tipping and littering.
With the involvement of Charmaine Daley, Zumba instructor and This Girl Can, Nottingham City Council, we have now set up exercise classes to run on a regular basis to encourage members of the community to attend. This has been a very ambitious project, and has involved eighteen months of hard work and commitment from all those involved in setting up all these sessions. This is important work, as people in Bulwell have some of the poorest health of anyone in Nottingham City.
There are a huge variety of sessions for all age groups; such as
- Monday - Family Circuits at 12.30pm at Snapewood Community Centre - £5 kids free
- Monday - Zumba at 7pm at Crabtree Community Centre - £4
- Tuesday - Walking at 11am at Bulwell Riverside - Free
- Tuesday - Core at 6pm at Healthy Living Centre - £5
- Tuesday - Boxfit at 7pm at Healthy Living Centre - £5
- Tuesday - Boxercise at 7pm at Crabtree Community Centre - £5
- Wednesday - Walking Netball at 10am at Mellish Sports Centre - £3.50
- Thursday - Zumba at 6pm at Healthy Living Centre - £4
The Christmas shop window competition is underway again in Bulwell, with judging taking place the week commencing 22 November.
The winner will be announced on the My Bulwell facebook page so watch this space……
Various community groups such as Guides, Scouts, Bulwell Forest Garden and the bowls club will be having stalls on Wednesday December 1 from 9am – 4pm in Bulwell market place selling hand made items and running tombolas etc to help raise funds for their work locally. Please do go along and support them.
Children from local schools will be making decorations for the Bulwell Christmas Tree again this year and some of their decorations will also be on show in shop windows and Bulwell Riverside. Thank you to all the children involved.
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Get your first or second dose! Many people are still coming forward for their first dose and it's not too late
Book if you can - so you don't have to wait long - people can book for Bulwell Riverside or any other city site here
Opening times
- Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 November - 09:00-13:00
- Monday 15 November - 09:00-14:00 / 15:00-19:00
- Tuesday 16 & Wednesday 17 November - 09:00-13:00 / 14:00-18:00
- Saturday 20, Sunday 21, Monday 22, Wednesday 24, Saturday 27, Sunday 28, Monday 29 & Tuesday 30 November 09:00-13:00
Drop-in surgeries with your local Councillors have now restarted, so why not come along to ask a question or share an idea on how to make Bulwell a better place to live.
Surgeries are held at:
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Bulwell Riverside, 2nd Saturday of every month, 10am – 11am
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Bulwell Riverside Library, 4th Wednesday of every month, 4.30pm – 6.30pm
Ward Walks
Councillor ward walks have now resumed monthly, giving residents the opportunity to raise any issues or concerns they may have about their area with Councillors directly.
Before a ward walk takes place in your area you should receive a letter notifying you of the date. But you don't have to see us in person to raise an issue, you can contact your Councillors directly either by phone or email. If there is an issue you would like to raise, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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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