What's on in and around Bestwood Country Park
Events This Month & Next
AUGUST
THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 2 August 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk MINI-MINERS - SATURDAY 4 August from 10.00am – 12noon 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. This month we will be decorating a cork-backed drinks coaster All activities are FREE. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 9 August 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk KNIT & NATTER - Wednesday 15 August - 1.30pm to 3.30pm: 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 16 August 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk FoBCP MONTHLY MEETING - Thursday 16 August 7pm The Friends of Bestwood Country Park monthly meeting takes place at the Bestwood Lodge Hotel starting at 7pm. All are welcome to come along and contribute or just listen to the dialogue about all issues affecting the park. For more information and a copy of the agenda: Contact: Gill Costello email: HERE WEDNESDAY HEALTH WALK - Not run in August JAPANESE WATER GARDENS VOLUNTEERS - Not run in Aug THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 23 August 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 class room 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk TABLE TOP SALE - Saturday 25 August 10am to 1pm During the opening hours of the Dynamo House Café there will be a selection of local crafters selling their wares in a Table-Top Sale. All profits will go to the Andy's Adventure Playground Appeal. Come along and grab yourself a bargain or two. BANK HOLIDAY OPENING WINDING ENGINE HOUSE & CAFÉ - 27 August On Bank Holiday Monday the Winding Engine House will be open for free tours from 10am to 12 noon. The Dynamo House Café will be serving refreshments from 10am to 1pm. THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 30 August 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 class room 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk SEPTEMBER
MINI-MINERS - SATURDAY 1 September from 10.00am – 12noon 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. This month we will be making folded paper water-lilies. All activities are FREE. For more information Contact: Sue McDonald, 0115 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 6 September 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk PICNIC, PERAMBULATION, POETRY & PERFORMANCE WITH DAVE WOOD and WENDY AUSTIN-BOULTON - In aid of Andy's Adventure Playground Appeal - Sunday 9 September The café will be open 11am to 1pm for drinks and cakes. Feel free to bring along a picnic to enjoy in the park too. There will be a guided walk to the Adventure Playground setting out at 1pm, followed by singing & poetry back at the Dynamo House. All profits from the even will be donated to Andy's Adventure Playground appeal. There may be a small charge on the door for the poetry & performance. THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 13 September 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk JAPANESE WATER GARDENS VOLUNTEERS - Wednesday 19 September (weather permitting) – assemble at 10am Assemble at 10 am at the top end of the Gardens near steps by Bestwood Lodge Hotel; bring strong gardening gloves, a picnic, and wear stout footwear. Tools provided. Use the contact form to let us know you are interested in attending. KNIT & NATTER - Wednesday 19 September - 1.30pm to 3.30pm: 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk WEDNESDAY HEALTH WALK - 19 September 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 20 September 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 927 3674 email: sue.mcdonald@nottscc.gov.uk FoBCP MONTHLY MEETING - Thursday 20 September 7pm The Friends of Bestwood Country Park monthly meeting takes place at the Bestwood Lodge Hotel starting at 7pm. All are welcome to come along and contribute or just listen to the dialogue about all issues affecting the park. For more information and a copy of the agenda: Contact: Gill Costello email: HERE THURSDAY VOLUNTEER TASK DAY - 27 September 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 class room 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 927 3674 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. Mini-Miners First Saturdays
On the first Saturday of the month throughout the year 10am to 12 noon.
We offer indoor creative craft activities in the Dynamo House. All activities are FREE and you usually get something to take home at the end of the session. To see the type of things we offer click here. Monthly Wednesday Health Walks
2nd, 3rd or 4th Wednesday of the month - 10.30am - 12 noon
In 2018 : 21 March, 25 April, 23 May, 27 June, 25 July, 19 Sept, 17 October, 14 November, 12 December In 2019: 16 January, 13 February, 13 March 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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