What's on in and around Bestwood Country Park
Events This Month
JULYBESTWOOD COLLIERY HERITAGE DAY - Saturday 1 July
There is a special day of commemoration on 1 July marking the 50th anniversary of the closure of Bestwood Colliery. There will be photo displays, stands showing mining memorabilia, people exchanging memories of the working colliery, songs from the Bestwood Male Voice Choir from 12 noon, and an afternoon talk on Mining in the Leen Valley by our ex-Heritage Officer, David Amos. In addition, we hope that our member and expert photographer Katja will be projecting her images of the park and the winding house inside the shipping container next to the Dynamo House. As usual there will be free tours of the Winding Engine House to see the engine at work until 12 noon, and the Dynamo House Café will be open from 10am to 1pm. Come along and find out about your local history For more information contact Keith Stone bulwellian@yahoo.co.uk MINI-MINERS - Saturday 1 July Due to the Mining Heritage event there will be no formal Mini-Miners activities on 1 July. However, our craft cupboards always have paper and crayons and other craft materials that the younger visitors are welcome to use. JAPANESE GARDENS VOLUNTEERS – Monday - Date to be confirmed (weather permitting) – assemble at 10am Use the contact form to let us know you are interested in attending and we'll let you know the date. Meet in the Gedling car park; bring strong gardening gloves, and picnic. Tools provided. Use our contact form if you have queries. THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 6 July 10am to 3pm If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk WEDNESDAY HEALTH WALK – 12 July 10.30am FREE Assemble in the Winding Engine House car park for a gentle free 90-minute guided walk. For more information and to discuss your first session Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 13 July 10am to 3pm If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk KNIT & NATTER – Wednesday 19 July - 1.30pm to 3pm: FREE This is a monthly event in the Dynamo House supported by Bestwood Village WI, usually on the third Wednesday of the month. Bring along your knitting or crochet – beginners welcome – all abilities catered for. Light refreshments available. Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 20 July 10am to 3pm If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk FRIENDS OF BESTWOOD COUNTRY PARK GROUP MEETING – Thursday 20 July 7pm at Bestwood Lodge Hotel Check out our meetings page for more info. All who support the park are welcome! For more information contact: Gill Costello THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 27 July 10am to 3pm If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk AUGUSTTHURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 3 August 10am to 3pm
Due to holiday season please check with Sue before attending. If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk MINI-MINERS - Saturday 5 August from 10.00am – 1.00pm FREE In addition to our usual activities for children, there will be extra activities on the first Saturday of the month at the Dynamo House. . All activities are FREE. For more information and to discuss any mobility concerns Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk JAPANESE GARDENS VOLUNTEERS – Monday - Date to be confirmed (weather permitting) – assemble at 10am Use the contact form to let us know you are interested in attending and we'll let you know the date. Meet in the Gedling car park; bring strong gardening gloves, and picnic. Tools provided. Use our contact form if you have queries. WEDNESDAY HEALTH WALK – 9 August 10.30am FREE Assemble in the Winding Engine House car park for a gentle free 90-minute guided walk. For more information and to discuss your first session Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 10 August 10am to 3pm Due to holiday season please check with Sue before attending. If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk KNIT & NATTER – Wednesday 16 August - 1.30pm to 3pm: FREE This is a monthly event in the Dynamo House supported by Bestwood Village WI, usually on the third Wednesday of the month. Bring along your knitting or crochet – beginners welcome – all abilities catered for. Light refreshments available. Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 17 August 10am to 3pm Due to holiday season please check with Sue before attending. If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk FRIENDS OF BESTWOOD COUNTRY PARK GROUP MEETING – Thursday 17 August 7pm at Bestwood Lodge Hotel We don't usually have a meeting in August but check closer to the date to see if we are holding one as this is a busy time in the park. For more information contact: Gill Costello THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 24 August 10am to 3pm Due to holiday season please check with Sue before attending. If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk SINGING AT THE DYNAMO HOUSE - 28 August 10am to 1pm We are delighted to announce that our popular volunteer singer, Wendy, plans to come along and entertain us again on Bank Holiday Monday 28 August during the café opening hours. THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 31 August 10am to 3pm Due to holiday season please check with Sue before attending. If you can spare any time to come along & help on any of these task days your help will be much appreciated. Meet outside the classroom at Alexandra Lodge. Wear weather appropriate clothing & footwear (work gloves & any tools needed will be provided). Bring a packed lunch & a sense of humour. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 975 3782 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk |
Regular EventsWinding Engine House ToursSaturday Mornings 10am - 12noon
Throughout the year Free tours of the Winding Engine House are available on Saturday mornings. There is no need to book but if you expect a large party to attend you could ring ahead to let the volunteers know. Tours outside these normal opening hours can be arranged - See the WEH Volunteers page. If you would like more information, want to discuss a group tour or wish to become a member please contact the Heritage Development Officers on 0115 976 2422. The Dynamo House Café
Saturdays throughout the year 10am to 1pm
The Dynamo House Café is open every Saturday morning offering hot & cold drinks alongside tempting cakes & biscuits. The Café will be open 10am - 1pm on Bank Holiday Mondays and we hope to open on Sunday mornings 10am to 12 noon in July, August & September next summer if we can increase the number of volunteers to cover the extra shifts. Mini-Miners First Saturdays
On the first Saturday of the month throughout the year 10am to 12 noon.
Easter to October - Outdoor activities In addition to our usual activities for children, under 5 can ‘tunnel for coal’ and older ones can join in the hunt for mining objects around the site. All activities are FREE. November to Easter - Indoor activities In the colder months indoor activities will take place in the Dynamo House. All activities are FREE although there may be a small charge to cover materials for some craft materials if taken home. Monthly Wednesday Health Walks
2nd or 3rd Wednesday of the month - 10.30am - 12 noon
Date for 2017 to be confirmed FREE guided walks in the park. Long proven to be one of the best forms of exercise to improve body & mind, this series of invigorating yet gentle, 90 minute, ranger led walks are designed to do both. So join us, you don’t have to book, just turn up and bring along friends & family! (Please note: walks may include some slopes). For further information contact Sue McDonald on 0115 975 3782 Meet at the Winding Engine House Car Park 10.30am. Due to the terrain and the nature of some events good mobility may be required. Please telephone in advance to discuss your needs. Under 18s should be accompanied by an adult. 5km Park Run
These happen every Saturday setting out at 9 am. To attend please walk, cycle or go by public transport if you can, as there is very limited parking nearby. It is free to take part but you must register first. For details and to register contact bestwoodvillageoffice@parkrun.com.
Nordic Walking
Contact Richard:- richardmorris159@hotmail.com
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