Kimberley, Awsworth, Cossall & Trowell News Update & Information Service – January 2010
Hi all A warm (?) welcome to the first newsletter of 2010. It has been of course an uneventful start to the New Year. A failed plot by Hoon & Hewitt to oust the PM, Leeds win away at Man Utd and the coldest night on record for ………..years.
There’s a whole host of initiatives locally to report on, so straight down to business.
As ever, please do feedback on anything, visit my website below, and if you need help or assistance please do contact Nick or me. best, Richard.
Richard Robinson Labour Borough Cllr for Kimberley & Cossall
7 Scargill Avenue Newthorpe, Nottm NG16 2DZ
Tel: 01773 531315 (h) 0775 1970 640 (m)
E: richard.robinson@broxtowe.gov.uk
W: http://richardsrobinson.org.uk/
Dr Nick Palmer Member of Parliament for Broxtowe
Tel: 0115 9430721
Kimberley, Cossall, Awsworth & Trowell News Update & Information Service January 2010
1) Grit Situation
During the past 3 weeks I’ve been approached by residents in the following areas about installation of new grit bins and extra supply of grit: Millfield Road, Truman Street, Lawn Mills Road, Knowle Hill, Kimberley Close, Strathglen Close, Victoria Street, Chapel Street, High Street & Greens Lane, various roads on the Racecourse Estate, and Lulworth Court.
I have sent all of the requests (in some cases two or three times) to the Technical & Works Depot at Kimberley Depot on Eastwood Road.
The latest information I have had back from both Broxtowe and the County Council yesterday stated that ………Nottinghamshire County Council are likely to run out of salt during the weekend and unless further supplies can be sourced the only roads that will be treated are A & B roads. By way of practical example the implications for us is that road in Awsworth or Cossall will be “salted”, neither will Gilthill…………
I would be especially pleased to learn of specific problems you encounter during the next 10 days. What I want to do is keep a log of all comments/requests I receive and send them on both to Broxtowe & County in order that in future cold snaps much better contingency plans can be made, and some advance planning is completed, whatever the purported “weather forecasts.
2) Greene King Site Kimberley
Along with two planning officers from Broxtowe I met yesterday afternoon with a developer who is considering purchasing some of land and premises at the former Hardy Hansons site. The next stage is for a meeting with Savills (the selling agents for Greene King) in order to scope a bid. Both Nick and I are enthusiastic about helping to facilitate plans that will bring long term benefits and regeneration to Kimberley including opportunities for small businesses, something for the community and decent affordable housing. Not forgetting of course the long term plans for a tram extension to Kimberley (more about this later).
We also talked yesterday about the importance of securing the long term future of the residents in the remaining brewery houses, who are a very important part of all of the discussions.
I am hoping that the negotiations with various parties during the next few weeks can bring about some real tangible outcomes, something of course which has been clearly lacking so far.
I also understand that the Town Council are also exploring some interest and possibilities too in terms of part of the site.
As soon as there is more definitive information available I will let you know.
3) Boiler Scrappage Scheme – switching from a G-rated, to an A-rated boiler
There is a new initiative available where it is possible to receive £400 off a new A-rated boiler or renewable heath technology, when you scrap your old, inefficient G-rated boiler.
The scheme is being run by the Energy Saving Trust, on behalf of the Government.
There are a number of benefits in upgrading your boiler. New ones have rated efficiencies of 90% or more, meaning they use less fuel, resulting in lower CO2 emissions and running costs. Furthermore renewable heat technologies do not use fossil fuels, reducing CO2 emissions still further.
For more information contact Andrew Pooley in the Environment Directorate, Broxtowe Borough Council, 0115 9177777 ext 3742, alternatively e mail: andrew.pooley@broxtowe.gov.uk
4) Awsworth & Cossall Community Speed Watch Review
The Community Speed Watch (CSW) initiative took place between September and November last year. We are now evaluating the results, drawing up a report and meeting with the police next week in order to put a full submission to the County Council asking for a number of permanent speed reducing and road safety measures to be installed in both Awsworth & Cossall during the next 18 months.
We will also be consulting fully with local residents on the ideas we have following the CSW results on the plans that are produced.
For more information on this please contact either Ed Stewart ed.stewart@oneenergy.com or myself.
5) Banking Facilities in Kimberley
As from yesterday there is now no bank in Kimberley, with the closure of the Halifax banking facilities. The Post Office do offer a limited service.
During the past 8 weeks Nick & I have approached 3 major High Street banks, asking them to relocate to Kimberley. Two have declined to do so, stating they already have nearby branches in Eastwood, and we are yet to hear a response from the third bank.
We will still press for full banking facilities to be restored as part of wider plans to regenerate Kimberley.
Nick & I would be particularly pleased to learn of the impact that the closure of the Halifax is having both on you, and the wider affect in the community.
6) High Street, Swingate, Little Lane traffic flow
Before Christmas a good number of you got in touch wanting to take a long term look at how we can improve traffic flow in part of Nottinghamshire’s largest cul de sac – ie Swingate (and the surrounding areas).
I am setting up a residents group where we can look at all of the options and get a good “grassroots” case to put to the County Council for significant improvement. I don’t believe that an approach such as this has been considered before, and I am confident that with a good nucleus of support from residents we can make some firm progress.
I have arranged for the first meeting to be held on Thursday 4 February 7pm at Churchills Bar & Diner on Main Street.
If you are intending coming – if you could drop me a brief note confirming this, and if you are unavailable and want to send any written comments in – please do so.
Please do come and get involved!
7) T1 Phoenix Flyer via Swingate
At the attachment (above) shows the new route that the T1 will be taking as from Monday. This is in response to requests from requests of residents in the Swingate for additional bus services.
With regards to the cancellation of the 555 service Heanor to QMC, via Kimberley from the end of December I have had two meetings postponed that were due to look at getting some bus journeys retained. I am now due to meet with Veolia and the QMC either next week or on 18 January.
When more information is available I will let you know.
8) Burns night at Churchills – Bar diner & restaurant
Churchills are hosting a special Burns Night celebration on Monday 25 January. Rabbie Burns was a Scottish poet, famous for writing amongst other works The Lea Rig and My Love is like a Red, Red Rose. There’s a unique Scottish flavour to the menu available and there will also be entertainment provided by Scott Anson (has appeared in London’s West End – Miss Saigon, Les Miserable’s and the Blood Brothers”.
For more information ring Churchills 0115 9384664
9) Power cuts in High Street, Laverock Close area, Kimberley
Both Nick and I, along with a number of residents have raised concerns with Central Networks (CN) about the frequency of power cuts that have been taking place.
We are due to have a meeting with CN next week, in order to thrash out some long term solutions.
Please get in touch for any more information.
10) Open casting – Cossall & Trowell
Work is ongoing in the background to oppose the proposed open casting in the Cossall & Trowell area. A further meeting is to take place next Wednesday (13/1) and for more information contact Iain Hardiker iain@kaylee.uk.com
11) Farmers Markets Kimberley – 2010
I’m having a meeting with all of the Traders next week in order to plan our strategy and dates for 2010. There’s been some excellent feedback and suggestions for future improvement from you all, and these will all be discussed next week.
I’ve had it confirmed yesterday that we will be having new stalls this year such as home made chocolate.
If anyone would like to come to the meeting next week and wants further detail, please let me know.
We’ll announce the dates for 2010 Markets towards the end of the month.
12) Kimberley, Eastwood & Nuthall Tram Action Group KENTAG
Some excellent work is being undertaken by Kimberley resident Andy Cooper in order to drive forwards the plans for a tram extension out to Kimberley. During the next 4 months there will be for example a leafleting campaign, aimed at securing support for funding for a feasibility study.
More information available from Andy Cooper usercp6695@aol.com
13) Three short local histories are available by J. M. Lee.
They are entitled respectively: ‘A Brief History of Kimberley, A Brief History of Watnall and ‘A Brief History of Awsworth’, and cover the period from the Battle of Hastings right up to the present day, in as much detail as space allows. They can be loaned or purchased and details are available from the website http://www.johnshistorybooks.co.uk/ or by sending an email to john@jandslee.plus.com
John is currently researching another booklet in the series, on Newthorpe, to be called, surprisingly, ‘A Brief History of Newthorpe’, and he is seeking any information which local residents care to offer for possible inclusion. Again further details can be obtained from website, or from the email address shown above.
In brief
Responses from the County Council are still awaited on such issues as 1) yellow lines for Newdigate Street, 2) noise reduction measures A610 3) road safety improvements Eastwood Road (near Hall om Wong), Residents Car Parking James Street, 4) Newdigate Street improvements.
It’s also not too late to get your requests in for a Neighbourhood Pride bid for your street. I’ve had some interesting requests for far!
If you would like to see any specific improvements in your area, whatever they are, please get in touch (no later than 31 January).
Car parking charges in Kimberley – when final details are out I will let you know.
Eastwood Road Action Group – Complaint to County Council – a meeting is being held next Thursday 14/1 at County Hall to discuss the County Council’s abject failure to properly sort the traffic problems out at the Awsworth Lane/Maws Lane junction.
Work is ongoing with horseriders, Nottnghamshire County Council & the Borough in the Cossall area to make it safer for riders and open up some of the bridleways. For more information contact steve.fisher@broxtowe.gov.uk or stephen.tipping@nottscc.gov.uk
Local community Business Information
John Sherwin Ltd
Specialist Motor Engineers
Somercotes Hill, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derby DE55 4JS
Tel: 01773 604400 www.jsherwin-vwaudi.co.uk/
*********************************
“Nine Corners” 20, Main Street Kimberley
A really big thank you for the fantastic support from everyone who’s visited “Nine Corners Interiors” in Kimberley.
We welcome everyone with any decorating and design dilemmas. Our in store advice cost’s nothing and if you get really stuck we can offer a free home visit. Christmas isn’t that far away (!), so don’t leave it until the last minute if you’re planning on decorating or having new curtains. Pop in and have a chat, we look forward to meeting you.
Nine Corners, for wall coverings, fabrics, curtains and blinds.
20, Main Street, Kimberley, Nottingham NG16 2LL Tel: 01159 389333
Madeleine Chandler
Interior Design Consultant
Mobile 0778 8553 947
interiordesign@madeleinechandler.co.uk
___________________________________
Neighbourhood pet care, pet boarding for caged birds and pets, also home
visits, dog walking, feeding etc peace of mind references, collection/delivery
service tel: Jenny on 0115 8494708 or mobile 0795 2751 019.
73 Newton’s Lane, Cossall
________________________________________
Running from Baker Road, Newthorpe the business called Triple S offers
Computer Services based on a fixed rate fee. The main services range from a
computer “MOT” to a full rebuild of the operating system, installation
services for Broadband and an “Anything Computers” one to one are available.
Contact Steve:
http://www.tripletriple.f2s.com/ and the mobile number 07847 786744 E-mail: tripletriple@f2s.com
___________________________________________________________________________
I’m a local author living on Victoria Street, Kimberley. I’ve just
published a children’s book which is an historical adventure based around
Kimberley, Awsworth, Cossall, Ilkeston and Nottingham Castle in the year
1086. I’m very willing to make this book available for fund-raising
purposes. Is it possible details can be included with the Newsletter? If
so, please let me know what I need to do. It would make a great
stock-filler for 9-12 year olds.
GLORIA MORGAN
glomo.vicstreet@ntlworld.com
Thank you – Book Title: KINMERS LEA – which is the old name for Kimberley.
My contact details: Tel: 08454 67 1086 (local rate calls).
The book is available for sale from Plumb’s, James Street, Kimberley,
Awsworth Post Office, Giltbrook Post Office and Giltbrook News price £7.99.
Web site: www.kinmerslea.co.uk
**********************************
CRYSTAL CLEAR CLEANING SERVICE
THE CLEAR CHOICE FOR ALL YOUR CLEANING NEEDS
SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE
Domestic/ Commercial Window Cleaning
Industrial Cleaning
Builders Cleans
Guttering/Facia Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Patio Cleaning
Also available for subcontract work
All areas covered
Contact: Mr Richard Hill
‘phone 0782 4535 309
15 Ruislip Close Kimberley Nottingham NG16 2LF
crystalclear.cleaning@ntlworld.com
___________________________________________
SHORT OF CASH?
Sell your broken gold jewellery at
Mike’s
7 James Street
Kimberley
Established 30 years.
Watch batteries/straps fitted.
Jewellery repairs undertaken.
Wide selection of Gifts available.
We also have Toys!
Call in for a friendly, old fashioned, service.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Kerstine Herbert (Dip RM)-Sports Injury and Remedial Massage Therapist.
Local therapist based on Victoria Street Kimberley offering mobile option so you can be
treated in the comfort of your own home.
Common conditions treated include:
• Whiplash
• Back and neck pain
• Sports injuries
• Joint problems
• Strains and sprains
• Stress and tension.
A full therapeutic body massage is great for unwinding and combating stress
I also offer Indian Head Massage which is highly beneficial for treating
stress, poor sleep patterns, headaches and neck and back tension.
Prices range from £17 for a half an hour treatment to £25 for a full body
massage
To arrange an appointment please call on 0788 6226 005
________________________________________________________________
Softwurkz
SoftWurkz S£ick Business Management Software
Pain Relief for Small Businesses
SoftWurkz Limited is a Kimberley based Company who specialise in the development of business management computer software for the self employed and for small businesses. The directors live on Angus Close, Kimberley. To find out more information contact: Richard Bradley richard@softwurkz.com 07765 531388 or Peter Graboswki on softwurkz.peter@yahoo.co.uk 07818 255107.
____________________________________________________________
C & J UPVC Maintenance
Specialists in UPVC Window, Door & Conservatory Repairs/Upgrades
Contact Craig Harwood – 07999 599501, or 0115 849 8397 – www.candjupvcmaintenance.co.uk.
33 Wortley Avenue, Trowell, Nottingham, NG9 3QP
_____________________________________________________________
Noah’s Ark Pre-School Playgroup
Free places for 3 and 4 year olds.
Holy Trinity, Church Hill, Kimberley, Nottingham, NG16 2HY Tel: 0115 945 8553 (am only), noah.ark.kimberley@live.co.uk
Pingback: hand mades chocolates