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Gedling Borough Council has marked the tragic loss of 280 of its residents, due to Covid-19, by creating a heart-shaped candle vigil in their memories.

Works to the new play area will begin on Monday 11 January and are expected to be completed in March 2021

Gedling Borough Council opens one of the first COVID-19 vaccination services in Nottinghamshire.

The Bonington Theatre and Cinema in Arnold has been awarded £66,695 by the British Film Institute (BFI) as part of the first round of funding from the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund to support cultural and heritage organisations in England.  

The community testing initiative, in partnership with the Department of Health and Social Care, is launching at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre in Carlton, to help drive down transmission rates.

His taxi driver licence had expired and the renewal process had not been completed.

A children’s play area has reopened following a £100,000 revamp. Breck Hill Park in Woodthorpe has been improved thanks to funding from FCC Communities Foundation

Covid memorial stone unveiled in Arnold town centre

The approved budget includes plans for a Green Lung, free bulky waste collections for pensioners and further investment in flood prevention.

Gedling Borough Council opens one of the first COVID-19 vaccination services in Nottinghamshire.

Councillors have announced the creation of a new Community Orchard at Gedling Country Park. The council has installed a number of fruit and blossom trees as part of ongoing works to improve the destination country park.

Gedling Borough Council has invested in the new CCTV equipment to support residents in Carlton.

Pensioners in Gedling to be offered free bulky waste collections

Gedling Borough Council has teamed up with local organisations to offer a range of activities for children, young people and families over the Easter Holiday period.

Gedling Borough Council has today announced plans for a new 10-acre commemorative woodland at Gedling Country Park.

Gedling Borough Council will reopen all of its leisure centres, including gyms and swimming pools from Monday 12th April

Gedling Borough Council is saddened to hear about the death of H.R.H The Duke of Edinburgh.

More details have been announced about how local residents can pay their respects in a covid secure way.

Gedling Borough Council is carrying out £55,000 worth of new flood prevention works in two council owned car parks to help prevent flash flooding causing damage to local businesses nearby on Front Street in Arnold Town Centre.

Bonington Cinema to offer 16-25 year olds special membership scheme thanks to BFI funding

Work starts on multi-million pound Arnold Market redevelopment

The funding bid was made jointly between Gedling Borough Council and a local resident’s community group.

A new, covered outdoor seating area is now open for Café 1899 customers at Gedling Country Park.

Gedling Borough Council and campaigning body Generation Rent have launched a new project to engage with private renters in the borough.

Gedling Borough Council is launching a consultation on its new Equality and Diversity Policy and is inviting residents to have their say.

The Bonington Theatre and Cinema will be re-opening on Monday 17^th May after closing in November in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Gedling Borough Council leisure centres are now taking bookings for their indoor exercise classes that will return from Monday 17^th May.

The redevelopment of Carlton Square has begun following the approval of the contractors and confirmation of a successful funding bid for £350,000 of external funding.

A new Covid-19 memorial woodland at Carlton Hill Recreation Ground, Carlton, officially opened on Friday 9 July following a successful fundraising campaign.

A new tree trail, complete with handcrafted wooden sculptures, will be unveiled at a special ceremony at Gedling Country Park on Thursday 15 July at 10am.

Gedling Borough Council’s summer holiday programme has been published, featuring lots of free and affordable activities, with something to suit children of all ages and abilities.

Works on the steel frame of the new building at the market have been completed ready for the next stage.

The Killisick Recreational Ground in Arnold will be refurbished with new equipment.

Gedling Lotto celebrates its 1st birthday!

Gedling Borough Council has approved a new Equality and Diversity Policy following consultation with residents and local community groups.

Today, Gedling Country Park, Arnot Hill Park, Burton Road Jubilee Park and for the second year, Bestwood Country Park, joined a record number of parks and green spaces collecting a Green Flag Award - the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

Nine councils and two universities unite for first-of-its-kind partnership to tackle climate crisis

Firework displays across Gedling Borough will be changing as part of a new council policy to protect vulnerable people and animals.

The Killisick Recreational Ground in Arnold has undergone a £100,000 makeover with new equipment.

The Council is consulting on an updated Parking Provision for Residential and Non-Residential Developments: Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) between 25^th October and 6^th December 2021.

Gedling Borough Council announces details of Christmas events taking place across the borough

A borough council by-election will be held on Thursday 6 January in the Cavendish ward following the resignation of Councillor Gary Gregory.

Gedling Borough Council is launching a new campaign to get more people to shop in their local town centres.

The AMP has been unveiled as the name for the new multi-million pound Arnold Market Place development.

Over 3,000 people are taking part in swimming lessons across Gedling Borough Council leisure centres

The Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List.

Improvement works to the northern car park at Carlton Square have been completed including a new entrance, realigned parking layout and charging points for electric vehicles.

Letter from Leader and Deputy Leader of the Gedling Borough Council in response to today’s (11 Jan 2022) public letter from Gedling’s Member of Parliament regarding Omicron Business Support Grants & Additional Restrictions Grants

Residents are being asked for their views on a new policy that aims to increase recycling and reduce waste in the borough

A new swimming scheme has been launched to help Gedling residents aged under 16 and over 65 to be more active and enjoy swimming.

Due to the weather warnings in place tomorrow, please do not enter our parks

Gedling Borough Council has invested more than £15,000 to improve CCTV equipment for Arnold Town Centre.

A new £15,000 CCTV camera has been installed by Gedling Borough Council to monitor the recently redeveloped Carlton Square car park and surrounding area.

Work on a new Holocaust memorial garden is due to start in the autumn

Gedling Borough Council is extending its Selective Licensing consultation

Gedling Borough Council has confirmed it will be joining the nation in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s historic 70 year reign, by hosting a weekend of events in Gedling.

Work to construct the AMP at Arnold Market Place is continuing and the latest additions to the site are 51 solar panels as part of the scheme’s plans to be more sustainable

Plans to extend a scheme to make privately rented homes safer for people to live in are due to be discussed by councillors next week.

Residents asked to have their say on what they like or dislike about local streets, public spaces and buildings to help shape future builds and design in the borough

Gedling Borough Council is launching a breakfast club for Armed Forces and ex-veteran members

Gedling Lotto has been running a special prize draw since January. The winner was chosen at random this month and we can announce that the winning organisation is Gedling Youth and Community Hub, which has won £250.

Plans to make people safe and feel safer on the streets of Gedling borough have been given a funding boost.

Breck Hill Park makes it a fantastic five as council parks recognised with Green Flag Awards

The bid includes a new, multi-purpose leisure centre and theatre to replace the current Arnold Leisure Centre and Bonington Theatre

Homes in Netherfield and Newstead Village are starting to benefit from free home energy upgrades, including external wall insulation and solar panels.

Gedling Borough Council has formally submitted plans to improve the borough using an allocation of £2.6 million through the government’s Shared Prosperity Fund over the next three years.

Gedling Borough Councillors have approved plans to create a new Portfolio Holder to support the borough’s diverse community and improve life chances.

Children’s activities, history walks and street theatre announced for Nottinghamshire Day

Senior Gedling Borough councillors have put a stop to plans to sell council-owned land near Killisick Lane.

The awards celebrate the achievements of local residents and businesses in the community.

From November, a scheme to make privately rented homes safer for tenants, which currently operates in Netherfield, will be extended to four more parts of the borough.

The £4 million flagship business development in Arnold Town Centre, has officially been completed and handed over to Gedling Borough Council.

This autumn, the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) returns to the Bonington Theatre in Arnold for two live performances of its First Encounters with Shakespeare production of Twelfth Night.

A fitness advisor from Gedling has become a British and World Champion in amateur British powerlifting.

The shortlisted nominees for this year’s Pride of Gedling Awards have been announced.

Colwick Rectory Play Area will soon be improved thanks to grant funding.

Gedling Borough Council, Gedling Seniors Council and The Syrian Society of Nottinghamshire to hold “Food for Life” community celebration.

Gedling Borough Council has confirmed that it will be hosting a Christmas Light Switch On event and Christmas Market in Arnold Town Centre later this month.

Gedling Borough Council is working with Carlton Town Football Club and local charity We R Here to end violence against women and girls by men as part of White Ribbon Day.

Gedling Borough Council will be promoting small and independent businesses across the borough as part of Small Business Saturday.

Gedling Borough Council has invested more than £89,000 to upgrade and improve CCTV cameras and equipment across the borough.

A tree trail at Digby Park, Mapperley, has officially opened as part of Gedling Borough Council’s commitment to protect and create a sustainable environment.

Following a meeting of Gedling Borough Council’s Cabinet today, the Leader, Cllr John Clarke MBE, Deputy Leader Cllr Michael Payne and Cabinet Member for Growth & Regeneration, Cllr Jenny Hollingsworth released a statement

Gedling Borough Council has secured funding to improve the borough using an allocation of £2.9 million through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund over the next three years. 

We're offering residents across the borough the opportunity to dispose of large waste items for free for a limited time.

Oak, Silver Birch, Scots Pine and other trees are being planted across Gedling Borough thanks to funding from the Local Authority Treescapes Fund (LATF)

£100k improvement works are due to start at Colwick Rectory Play Area this week.

Taxi driver found guilty and fined for failing to fulfil a booking made by a disabled person due to the presence of an assistance dog.

A new £18,500 CCTV Camera has been installed by Gedling Borough Council at Killisick Recreation Ground as part of the council’s commitment to reduce anti-social behaviour, crime and the fear of crime.

Gedling Borough Council has completed a ‘Bath Out’ scheme to adapt older people’s bathrooms into wet rooms and enable them to live independently for longer.

Celebration of Netherfield's railway history with recreation of famous Loco Depot

The Bonington Theatre is proud to announce a special film showing in celebration of International Women's Day.

Gedling Borough Council has written to over 50 schools in the borough to ask for their support to educate parents around the dangers of idling vehicles, particularly during the “school run”.

Colwick Rectory Play Area is to reopen following six weeks of refurbishment works to improve the site and add new and inclusive facilities. The refurbishment includes a wheelchair accessible roundabout, zip wire, trampoline, a multi play unit with 17 different features, new swings and more.

Spring is in the air, and it's time to get ready for the Big Spring Clean. Gedling Borough Council has announced a series of events taking place throughout the borough until Sunday 12 March.

A new £45,000 Holocaust memorial garden has been officially opened at Gedling Country Park. The memorial garden will commemorate the millions of people who lost their lives in the Holocaust and other genocide atrocities that followed across the world.

Gedling Borough Council is proud to announce that an innovative recycling scheme is now available at the Arnold, Calverton and Carlton Forum leisure centres.

Gedling Borough Council is establishing a Social Mobility Commission to improve life chances and opportunities for young people in the borough.

Gedling Borough Council has announced that its waste vehicle fleet will be using greener, biofuel instead of diesel, as part of a pioneering initiative that aims to reduce the CO2 emissions of the fleet by 90% and promote environmental sustainability.

Residents will be able to watch the ceremony for free, live on the big screen.

A celebration of community and diversity comes to Arnold next month with the Arnold Summer Fair, an inclusive and multicultural event featuring live music, creative workshops, performances, stalls and more.

A new money saving offer has launched at The Bonington Theatre, Arnold, to help make cinema more accessible and affordable for people.

A couple from Arnold have been prosecuted by Gedling Borough Council at Nottingham Magistrates Court for breeding and selling dogs without a licence.

Gedling Borough Council has announced further proactive measures to address the ongoing car cruising nuisance that has been affecting several wards in the area.

Lambley Lane Recreation Ground Play Area will soon be improved thanks to funding from FCC Communities Foundation.

Five local parks including Gedling Country Park, Arnot Hill Park, Burton Road Jubilee Park, Bestwood Country Park and Breck Hill Park, joined a record number of parks and green spaces collecting a Green Flag Award

A new 360-degree CCTV camera has been installed on Balmoral Road, Colwick, to help tackle anti-social behaviour and support the new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) which is active in the surrounding area.

Gedling Borough Council has announced plans to construct four new industrial units at Hill Crest Park in Calverton as part of its plans to bolster the growth of local businesses.

The Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Julie Najuk, has announced her chosen charity for her term as Mayor, selecting Anthony Nolan as her cause.

Gedling Borough Council has announced it has successfully applied for a grant from Nottinghamshire County Council’s Greenwood programme to fund the planting of 2,500 trees as part of the new Digby Park Green Lung development.

More than 30 employers, training providers and advisors will be attending the Arnold Jobs Fair next week offering a number of job vacancies, apprenticeships, training courses, advice and other opportunities.

A makers market, “digital safari”, storytelling workshops and a visit from Robin Hood and Maid Marion have been announced for Nottinghamshire Day celebrations across Arnold Town Centre.

Councillor Julie Najuk, the Mayor of Gedling, is stepping up to make a difference in the lives of those battling blood cancer and blood disorders. She is leading a charity walk on Saturday 16th September at Gedling Country Park to raise funds for the charity, Anthony Nolan.

Gedling Borough Council has announced the launch of the annual Pride of Gedling Awards, which celebrate the unsung heroes in our community who make a real difference.

Bonington Theatre is pleased to announce a special Hong Kong season of films and events, commencing on September 30.

Work has started on a new public toilet block, including specialist “Changing Places” facilities at King George V Recreation Ground in Arnold.

Gedling Borough Council is to host its first Democracy Day aimed at engaging with young people about how a council works and the importance of them taking part in future elections.

Gedling Borough Council has received the award for Best Collaborative Working Initiative at the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) awards.

Gedling Borough Council is highlighting its customer service outreach “hubs” which operate across the borough in partnership with local community groups and charities.

Gedling Borough Council and Phenomenal Futures are inviting residents to attend a free screening of the film What's Love Got to Do with It?, a biographical drama about the life and career of legendary singer Tina Turner and her abusive relationship with her first husband Ike Turner.

Gedling Borough Council have successfully prosecuted a Nottingham City Taxi driver who fled when approached for a safety check.

As part of Challenge Poverty Week, Gedling Borough Council is holding a drop in event to promote the different range of support services available for residents to help with the cost of living.

Gedling Borough Council has installed six new high security, steel bike lockers at Redhill Leisure Centre in Arnold.

Gedling Borough Council has announced the completion of a new path and entrance for Breck Hill Park in Woodthorpe. 

As part of Challenge Poverty Week, Gedling Borough Council is holding a drop in event to promote the different range of support services available for residents to help with the cost of living.

Gedling Borough Council is gearing up for a week of action as the Great British Spring Clean returns.

Gedling Borough Council has been awarded over £127,000 from the Government’s Swimming Pool Fund, following a successful submission to Sport England.

The Pride of Gedling Awards, in association with Keepmoat Homes, took place on Wednesday 8 Novemeber, recognising the very best of Gedling’s residents and businesses as it celebrated the incredible achievements from the community over the last year.

Gedling Borough Council is pleased to announce its partnership with HFE (Health and Fitness Education), who will support the Gedling Leisure Team

Gedling Borough Council has confirmed that it will be hosting a Christmas Light Switch On event in Arnold Town Centre later this month, sponsored by Robert Ellis Estate Agents.

Consultation to open to renew scheme to improve living conditions in Gedling borough following successful five year programme.

Gedling Borough Council has been awarded funding for Carlton following an announcement by government in the spring budget.

Gedling Borough Councillors have expressed their anger and disappointment at Gedling communities not being awarded a single penny in the latest round of Levelling Up funding announced by central Government.

This April, the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) will return to the Bonington Theatre in Arnold, as part of their national tour of their First Encounters with Shakespeare production of Romeo and Juliet.

Gedling Borough Council is launching a consultation on its latest Equality and Diversity Policy and is inviting residents to have their say.

A new public toilet block, including specialist “Changing Places” facilities at King George V Recreation Ground in Arnold is now open.

Gedling Borough Council has launched a new scheme to help increase recycling rates and reduce the amount of recyclable materials going to the incinerator because of the wrong items being placed in the recycling bins.

Gedling Borough Council has announced plans to create an Enterprise Centre that will support local start ups and small medium enterprises at its flagship AMP business unit in Arnold.

Gedling Borough Council has announced details of a number of events taking place across the borough to promote the Easter holidays and encourage people to shop locally.

Gedling Borough Council is actively supporting the national No More Week, a campaign aimed at raising awareness of domestic abuse and sexual violence.

Lambley Lane Play Area has now reopened following six weeks of refurbishment works to regenerate the site and add new and inclusive facilities.

Gedling Borough Council to continue offering free two-hour parking in town centres to support local economy

Gedling Borough Council is pleased to announce the opening of a newly refurbished fitness studio at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre which was part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Local artist Grahame Wheatley visited the Civic Centre this week exactly 25 years after winning an award for his portrait of Calverton inventor William Lee.

Gedling Borough Council is pleased to announce the availability of funding through the UK Government’s Social Prosperity Fund 2022 – 2025, specifically allocated to support high street activities and community events in the borough.

Gedling Borough Council seeks Independent Chair and board members for Carlton Town Board

Gedling Borough Council announces the search for an Independent Chair to lead the newly established Carlton Town Board.

Gedling Borough Council is excited to announce the completion of a vibrant mural on the pavilion at Breck Hill Park.

In Gedling Borough, numerous community groups and services offer residents a place to connect, converse, and share experiences.

Gedling Borough Council has identified a number of sites around the borough where is can encourage the growth of wildflowers, weeds and grasslands.

Councillor Ron McCrossen of Woodthorpe was declared the Mayor of Gedling in the Council Chamber on Wednesday, 22nd May

Gedling Borough Council have installed seven new high security, steel bike lockers at the council office in Arnot Hill Park thanks to funding from the Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner.

Join us as we celebtrate Gedling Borough Council's 50th year anniversary at the Arnold Summer Fair. 

Gedling Borough Council is excited to announce the launch of the Climate Change Challenge on World Environment Day. 

The Arnold Summer Fair, sponsored by Willmott Dixon takes place this Saturday, June 22nd at Arnot Hill Park.

A consultation has been launched on a vision for Arnold Town Centre and residents and local businesses are being invited to have their say. The vision and plans for the town centre will place the council in a good position to attract investment.

Gedling Borough Council is thrilled to announce a monumental charity challenge to celebrate its 50th anniversary: a 50-mile continuous swim relay at Calverton Leisure Centre on Wednesday, 24 July, starting at 7am.

Gedling Borough Council has published a report that recommends further feasibility work for a new Carlton Leisure and Community Wellbeing Centre as part of a strategic review of its community facilities.

Sir John Peace has been appointed as the Independent Chair to lead the newly established Greater Carlton Town Board, an initiative set to empower local communities and shape the future of Greater Carlton.

Gedling Borough Council is proud to announce that four of its parks have been awarded the Green Flag Award for 2024. Arnot Hill Park, Burton Road Jubilee Park, Gedling Country Park, and Breck Hill Park have all received the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

In collaboration with AMP Live, Gedling Borough Council is thrilled to announce a series of free, family-friendly events taking place every Saturday throughout the summer holidays outside The AMP in Arnold.

Gedling Borough Council is disappointed to announce that the recently commissioned Pride-themed artwork at Arnot Hill Park bowl has been defaced with offensive graffiti just days after its completion.

In celebration of the national 'Love Parks Week,' we spent some time with the 'Friends of Gedling Country Park' community group.

Gedling Lotto has just celebrated a £2,000 win! The winner had been supporting Daybrook Bowls Club by playing the weekly lottery, when they won £2,000 in a prize draw earlier this month.

Gedling Borough Council is drawing attention to the growing problem of abandoned shopping trolleys across the borough, which is becoming a significant concern for public safety, environmental health, and the local community.

A by-election is likely to be held on Monday 16 September in the Bestwood St Albans ward following the resignation of Councillor Des Gibbons. There could also be a parish council by-election for the parish of St Albans on the same day, if contested.

Reduction in crime in Redhill thanks to new state of the art CCTV camera

Gedling Borough Council is delighted to announce the launch of the exciting new Treasure Map Trails across the borough, starting with Arnold town centre and Netherfield from today.

Gedling residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details or risk losing their chance to vote on decisions that affect them.

Gedling Borough Council will be hosting a series of free retail workshops to support local businesses to boost their sales.

Gedling Borough Council is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Pride of Gedling Awards, in association with The Wilkins Group.

To celebrate the International Day of Peace, Gedling Borough Council is announcing a unique ‘Peace in the Park’ event at Gedling Country Park.

Gedling Borough Council is stepping up its efforts to tackle climate change by setting up electric car charging points at the civic centre.

Vegetation to be cleared on the site as part of due diligence checks

Gedling Borough Council is delighted to announce the opening of a brand-new Bird Hide at Gedling Country Park. 

Gedling Borough Council has launched a pioneering initiative to enhance mental health support for young people across the borough as part of its commitment to improve the life chances and opportunities for children and young people.

Gedling Borough Council is inviting residents to attend a free event aimed at helping those struggling with the rising cost of living.