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 Topic: Park NewsThe new items published under this topic are as follows.Sunday, October 14, 2007 - 01:26 AM
There is an art exhibition at the Friar Lane Gallery from today until the 23rd October. I have never seen anything like it in all my life. I don't know why I got invited to the opening but I would like to thank whoever was responsible. It was simply breathtaking.Here is a link to the BBC coverage Thursday, March 29, 2007 - 01:09 PM
Nottingham Squash Rackets Club will be holding an Open Weekend on Saturday 31st March and 1st April at their world class facility on Tattershall Drive in The Park. Come and have a free squash or gym session, a drink in the licensed bar area or watch an exhibition match. There are reduced rates for members joining in April and a new £25 social membership fee if you just want to use the bar. Take a look at the club website.Note: Click on the title of this item for details.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007 - 10:16 AM
Does anyone know where the Lace-making machinery manufacturer Ernest Jardine used to live? He went on to buy Glastonbury Abbey in Somerset in 1907 where the curator would be interested to have more information about his past. If you know anything about him, please let me know at webmaster@theparknottingham.co.uk
Thursday, March 01, 2007 - 12:04 PM
Can anyone help with this request? Please reply to Keely Parrack if you can.I am researching for a novel I'm revising, and trying to find out information on the history of the Park, especially that surrounding some drawings/paintings discovered fairly recently in a grotto or cave. I think the pictures were mostly faces and animals, some of the structure has collapsed. I'll be in flying into London next week, (I used to live in The Park, but now live in California.) I'd love to see the pictures if they exist. I'd really appreciate any help, Thanks, Keely Parrack Thursday, March 01, 2007 - 11:34 AM
DOG WALKERS COFFEE MORNINGA chance to finish conversations and to meet the person from the other side of the street - 10.45am - 12.15pm Saturday 10th March 2007 Bowls Club Tattershall Drive £1 to cover the costs, with any profits to an animal charity. Assistance dogs only. Dress: anything from Dog Walk to Cat Walk. Any enquiries to Rosie, or Susan if in attendance or telephone 947 2485 Friday, December 22, 2006 - 02:36 PM
The police are reporting a spate of burglaries at the southern end of The Park. They are probably perpetrated by people who have appointments at the probation office on Castle Boulevard. The Park Beat Officer, PC 672 Ian Taylor, advises vigilance and asks that you call him on his mobile 07792 437368 if you see anything suspicious.
Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 12:27 AM
A burglar entered our house today while we were at home. She is white, early 20's, 5' 4", with blond hair and a distinctive squint. She is known to the police and is sometimes accompanied by a toddler or infant. She is very calm and prepared to chat for a while with a variety of semi-plausible excuses for entering a property. She has spent time in prison but apparently does not resist when apprehended. Keep an eye out for her and keep your doors and windows shut.
Monday, June 26, 2006 - 12:05 PM
By now you should have received a copy of The Park Plan which aims to give guidance on deveopment within the estate in order to preserve its unique character. The document, together with The Park Management Plan have now been uploaded to this website in the Downloads section. Your comments will be welcome and if you cannot attend any of the meetings, please use ths discussion forum on the website to contribute to the debate.
Note: Please click on the title of this story to read a synopsis of the debate at the Squash Club meeting.
Monday, May 22, 2006 - 01:37 PM
Dougal de Havilland has acquired a set of 4 1850 prints with views of the estate. I have added one of these to the downloads section where you can view it. Dougal can provide high-resolution scans of the prints if anyone would like them.
Tuesday, April 25, 2006 - 05:20 PM
If anyone has the phone number of a reliable window cleaner, please would they email me at webmaster@TheParkNottingham.co.uk. Thanks, Paul. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 - 03:35 PM
Does anyone have any stories of ghosts in the park i can thrill my friends with when strolling around the park? Many thanks for sharing them with me if you can!sandy.taylor1@doctors.org.uk Wednesday, March 22, 2006 - 10:22 AM
Harts Hotel and Restaurant are now supporting this website with advertising and have put together a special meal deal at their newly refurbished restaurant for Park Residents. You can read about it on the Harts Promotion page. Thanks to Harts for their support - the new decor looks great and I encourage everyone to go and have a look.
Tuesday, March 21, 2006 - 06:18 PM
Christine Walker of Park News is running a competition to discover the animal worthy of the title - PET OF THE PARK 2006. The details are below:Give your pet a bit of well earned attention by entering it in the Park News competition. Just send in a good photograph and a brief description of his/her character and lifestyle. Photos and results will appear in Park News in May. Deadline for entries is FRIDAY 7TH APRIL Please send entries, with your name and telephone number, to Park Pets, 18a Cavendish Crescent North, Nottingham NG7 1BA or email to walker.ce@virgin.net. All pets - dogs, cats hamsters, fish, birds - even stick ionsects, can take part. Sunday, March 19, 2006 - 05:27 PM
We are looking for a period 4+ bedroom detached or attached property in the Park, with off street parking and garden, to make our family home. Cash purchase (no property to sell). Please contact Edward Attenborough asap on info@attenborough.com. Many thanks.
Tuesday, November 29, 2005 - 12:26 AM
My name is Ben Price. I am at present on a quest to play "Fives" at every Fives Court in this country within the next ten tears. I have also untertaken some research into the whereabouts of Fives Courts past and present. I recently did an internet search on "Fives Nottingham" and I came across an entry for planning permission in 1909 and i quote:ref NPE P3/218/1-2 "two plans for two Fives Courts T Cartwright at Tattershall Drive1909" This was a Nottingham University Historical Records website. Could any resident let me know if they were 1. Ever Built 2. Still in existence 3. Converted into garage, house etc. 4. Still being used 5. Has anyone got a church buttress in their garage or living room and wonder what it is. (Eton Fives has a church butress sticking out in the middle of the court -believe it or not) see Eton Fives Website. They must be on Tattershall drive somewhere. Thanks Ben Price Sunday, November 20, 2005 - 05:16 PM
Neville Scelly writes.... Information required about this work/artist please.
An old watercolour has been found in New Zealand, it is titled "Old Houses Surrey" by Miss E.A. Langdon, St Ives Tathersall Drive The Park Nottingham, price was 2 pounds two shillings. Any person interested or with information about the watercolour would be appreciated. To see a scan of the image, click on the title of this story.
Cheers Neville Scelly email: nevs1@xtra.co.nz
Friday, November 18, 2005 - 06:33 PM
Residents of Newcastle Drive are concerned about the proposed Canning Circus Pedestrian Scheme. They complain that the proposals for The Ropewalk will increase the volume of traffic on their road and have an adverse impact on safety and the quality of the environment. Anyone who feels that they may be affected by this scheme should contact Stephen Hyde on stephen@hydemail.co.uk. The more letters the council receives, the greater the impact. If you would like to read the text of the objection letter sent to the City Council, please click on the title of this story or on "Read more..." below.
Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 02:22 PM
Eminent local historian Ken Brand has contributed an article to the website based upon the diaries of the 4th Duke of Newcastle who was responsible for the initial development of The Park as a residential estate. It makes fascinating reading and gives new insight into a perhaps misunderstood man. To read the article please click here.
Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 02:09 PM
An exhibtion, "Nottingham Park - From Ducal Palace to Modern Residence" will open at The Museum of Nottingham Life at Brewhouse Yard this Saturday. It has been mounted by the University of Nottingham Manuscripts and Special Collections Department and shows some of the lesser known information on The Park. Museum open 10-4:30. Small admission charge. Nottingham residents free during the week with Library ticket or Leisure card.
Tuesday, July 19, 2005 - 12:33 PM
There is a series of Free organ recitals at the Albert Hall on Sundays during the summer. It's a chance to hear the magnificent Binns organ, a gift to the city from Jesse Boot in 1909. Click on "Read more..." to read the press release.
Tuesday, April 12, 2005 - 11:48 PM
The general election will take place on May 5th. Our MP is Alan Simpson (Lab). There is an interesting website here which tells you about how Alan has been voting, his attendance record in Parliament, his freebies and his expense claims. Interesting stuff... did you know that Alan Simpson is the tennis adviser to the Minister for Sport? Neither did I...
Sunday, April 10, 2005 - 05:05 PM
Whether you are a complete beginner or a county player, a junior or a veteran, come and join in one or both of the Club Open days scheduled : Saturday 14th May 2005 Saturday 9th July 2005 Session will run from 1300 to 1600 Try the ball machine More details from Jean on 07976 713 136 The club coaches, Jean and Carlton will provide an opportunity give tennis a try, and for the experienced players, hints and tips. Tea, coffee and cakes will be provided in the club house Jean will play Sian showing what can be achieved! Also see the web site www.parktennis.co.uk Saturday, February 26, 2005 - 12:41 PM
There was a feature about The Park in the Times, Bricks & Mortar supplement. The author was Tom Cox who is also the author of two books, Nice Jumper and Educating Peter (details at the website link above). The story is reproduced here with Tom's permission.
Note: Click on "Read more..." to read the article.
Tuesday, February 15, 2005 - 10:42 AM
Gabriel Hubert, formerly of Lenton Avenue, now living in France has written hoping to get in touch with his friends, the O'Donoghues who lived on Lenton Road. Gabriel lived in The Park between 1992 to 1995 between the ages of 8 and 11. If the O'Donoghues wish to receive communications from Gabriel, they can email me at webmaster@TheParkEstate.com.
Note: Click on "Read more..." to read Gabriel's email.
Sunday, February 06, 2005 - 09:29 PM
Do you want to know how much your neighbours house sold for? www.nethouseprices.com has the answer. Dougal de Havilland had created a list of all sales in The Park which was in the downloads section. Unfortunately I've now removed it as it appears to be copyrighted.
Thursday, November 04, 2004 - 12:34 PM
art house studios - Limited Edition Print LaunchTo celebrate, you’re cordially invited to join us for drinks between 5.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. on Thursday 11 November at Art house studios, 70-72 Derby Road, Nottingham. Note: Click on "read more..." to view the rest of this story.
Thursday, October 21, 2004 - 03:56 PM
Keen runner (33m) looking to run around 10 miles each sunday ( when there isnt a race !! ) - welcome to join me :-Suggested circuits would be; Holme Pierrepoint, Wollaton Park, The Boulevards, Colwick Park.....any suggestions appreciated ! Pace not of utmost importance though as a guide between 7 and 8 min mile is sunday trot! Set off from Castle Gate at 10 am Sunday mornings - call James on 8473891 to confirm or just turn up . If I arent there by 1o mins past I am either racing or still in bed! Friday, August 27, 2004 - 05:39 PM
The newly appointed Crime Reduction Manager at Canning Circus Police Station has written to introduce himself and to establish some contacts within his patch which includes The Park.
Note: Click on "Read more..." to read Michael's email
Friday, August 13, 2004 - 11:11 PM
Registered users of this website can win a meal for two with a bottle of wine at Merchants Restaurant, Nottingham. Click here to access the details or click on "Competition" in the menu on the left. This competition will run monthly for a year, courtesy of the Lace Market Hotel. All you need to do is identify the location of a photograph which has been taken within the boundaries of The Park Estate by yours truly, the webmaster. Good luck!
Saturday, July 17, 2004 - 03:21 PM
Photos from the Boules Tournament of July 17th 2004 are now available in the Photo Gallery. To access them Click Here. First prize was a meal for two at Cast, the Playhouse restaurant and was provided by Braemore Properties.
Tuesday, June 01, 2004 - 07:55 PM
 It's that time again. The annual Boules tournament will take place on Saturday 17th July 2004 on Newcastle Circus at 1pm. Teams of 2 or 3 people should be registered by calling Steve on 0115 9470041 or turn up early on the day. Bring a picnic and some wine. There will be a crepes bar and hopefully some live music. Suppporters and spectators welcome.
Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 11:01 AM
The board of The Nottingham Park Estate Ltd has decided to increase the annual rentcharge by 10.89% to domestic householders resulting in a Total Sum for 2004 of £328,817. To see a summary of the proposed 2004 budget, click on "Read more...". Members of the company will have received a letter explaining their proposals and the arrangements for any objections.
Saturday, April 17, 2004 - 11:20 AM
The Nottingham Lawn Tennis Club has changed it's name to The Park Tennis Club to identify better with the area and avoid confusion with the Notts LTA Headquarters ot Nottingham Tennis Centre. Details of this years events at the club can be found by clicking on "Read more..."
Thursday, April 01, 2004 - 02:15 PM
There is a new photo gallery on the website which contains 29 photographs commissioned by The Park Conservation Trust from the architectural photographer Martine Hamilton Knight. The pictures provide a record of some of the extraordinary stained glass windows and interiors to be found in the great Victorian houses of the estate. This virtual exhibition provides a unique opportunity to look around your neighbour's houses. To reach the gallery click here.
Thursday, March 25, 2004 - 12:12 PM
 Our community policeman, Eddie Nicholson, has a new official email address which should be used instead of his personal address which you may have seen listed in various places. It is Edward.Nicholson@nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk. Wednesday, March 17, 2004 - 03:40 PM
From Spike.There is a program tonight (March 17th) on BBC2 at 21:00 called "If things don't get better". It paints a picture of the UK in 2014 when the gap between rich and poor has grown. After a spate of petty crimes the residents of one London community decide to cordon off their road with private security guards to prevent further problems, and then the trouble really starts. I think this program will be very interesting given our unique point of view from within The Park. This is a link to the programs page I would suggest that we all take a look. spike.. Friday, March 05, 2004 - 09:24 PM
Barrie Bailey of Clare Valley has contributed a response to the proposal from Rayner Davies for pre-planning consultation with regard to the development of the Sun Drive bungalow. Click on “Read more…” to see it and if you wish to contact Barrie his details are listed at the end of his submission. He is keen to hear from you. If you wish to view the plans for the development the Estate Office has copies.
Friday, February 27, 2004 - 04:50 PM
From Paul East of Rayner Davies Architects...Proposed New Dwelling, Sun Drive, Park Ravine, Nottingham. We have recently completed a scheme to provide a new single dwelling to the site at Sun Drive. A recent planning application (Ref: 03/02000/PFUL3) to provide a 3-storey dwelling on this site was refused due to its scale, height, mass and appearance. You may be aware that this application was subject to a considerable number of objections from local residents. Click on "read more..." to learn more about the new proposal. Thursday, February 26, 2004 - 01:56 PM
The Post Office on Castle Boulevard, close to the Peveril Drive entrance to The Park has been selected for permanent closure due to falling customer numbers. There is a six week consultation period during which you can object to the closure. You can get a form from the branch which will explain the reasons for the decision and the procedure for objecting. Alternatively, click on "read more..." to get an address to write to.
Wednesday, February 04, 2004 - 04:49 PM
In 1904 Professor Frederick Kipping of Clumber Crescent South made the discovery of Silicone Polymers at Nottingham University. In celebration of this great scientific achievement which led to the creation of new materials and a huge new industry, a centenary celebration will be held at the University on March 17th. Members of the public are welcome and the talk will be accessible to non-scientists. Click on "Read more..." to get the full details.Prof Frederick Kipping has been added to our list of Famous Residents Tuesday, February 03, 2004 - 03:09 PM
Rob Hay of Newcastle Drive would like to thank all those residents who protested the application to build on the sliver of land opposite 17/19 Newcastle Drive. The application has been refused. Click on "Read more..." to read the text of his message.
Thursday, January 29, 2004 - 07:17 PM
Arthur Moore of Pelham Crescent has sent a contribution relating to the history of his property and a house in Barrack Lane. Click on "Read more..." to see it.Keep the news coming, it's most welcome. Wednesday, January 21, 2004 - 04:33 PM
Wayne Harker-Gill, William Broome and Claire Vear would like to invite you for a glass of wine. We are having a private view evening at: Waterstone's bookstore - Top floor - Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham. Thursday - 5 February - between 5-7pm.Look forward to seeing you there. Note: Click on "read more..." for further details.
Saturday, January 10, 2004 - 07:14 PM
I have begun to compile a list of famous people from history who have lived in The Park. I would appreciate any corrections or suggestions for this list which you can find by clicking on Famous Residents in the menu on the left.So far I have Albert Ball VC (WW1 Fighter pilot), Sir Jesse Boot (Pharmacist), Samuel Bourne (Photographer), Justin Fashanu (Footballer), John Player (Tobacconist) and Paul Smith (Fashion Designer). Thursday, January 08, 2004 - 07:06 PM
 Dougal de Havilland would like some help locating this property, Brae Lodge, within The Park for his NPRA map of The Park. Click on "Read more..." to see a bigger picture of it and please email dougal@TheParkEstate.com. Thanks for your help.
Thursday, January 08, 2004 - 12:27 AM
Barrie Bailey of Clare Valley would like to thank those residents who supported his petition against the planning application for the development of the Sun Drive bungalow in the woodland escarpment between Park Terrace and Clare Valley. The application has been refused by the City of Nottingham Development Office.
Saturday, December 20, 2003 - 02:11 PM
I have received another request to encourage residents to respond to a development planning application. You have until Tuesday December 23rd to respond to planning application reference 03/02523/PFUL 3 - Erection of new Decking (at rear of) 14 Park Terrace. The decked area will be 40ft x 20ft and some residents are concerned that it will overlook their properties and set a precedent for development of the wooded slope below Park Terrace.
Note: click on "read more..." to learn how to respond to the proposal
Friday, December 05, 2003 - 10:20 AM
You have until Friday 5th Decemeber to respond to the planning application to redevelop the bungalow on Sun Drive. A new house has been proposed for development on the site, off Park Valley, overlooking the tennis courts. It will be three storeys, plus roof garden, swimming pool & gymnasium, and have a square footage of approximately four times that of the existingproperty. Note: Click on Read more... to see more details and learn how to respond.
Monday, December 01, 2003 - 01:05 PM
The Annual General Meeting of the Nottingham Park Residents Association will take place at 7.30pm on Wedensday December 3rd at the Bowls Club on Tattershall Drive. After the meeting there will be an open talk by architect Alan Mulcahy about "The Future of the Park" with respect to planning, development and residents actions in response to these important issues.
Wednesday, November 05, 2003 - 06:03 PM
The Park Conservation Trust would like your views on matters relating to planning and development within the estate. Their questions can all be found in the latest copy of Park News. This has now been scanned and placed in the photo gallery. You should read the articles entitled, "Special character of the Park under threat" and "Saving the Park" and then send your answers to the Barry at the Estate Office by emailing to barry@nottinghamparkestate.co.uk. Click on "read more..." to see the questions.
Sunday, October 26, 2003 - 08:25 AM
Several residents of Newcastle Drive have have asked for help in opposing a development of two new houses on the sliver of land opposite 19 Newcastle Drive. You can read a letter from Dr Robert Hay of Newcastle Drive which describes how you can respond to the planning application by clicking here. Also, an example of a letter objecting to the proposal can be found by clicking here.
If you wish to study the application in depth, go to www.plan4nottingham.com and search for application number 03/01760/PFUL3. Monday, October 13, 2003 - 05:22 PM
Every Sunday night, dozens of cars gather for the races around the Broadmarsh Centre and up and down Castle Boulevard. I've often thought it was suprising that the police didn't seem very interested in what was a regular event where speeds of up to 70mph were achieved. The racers had their own website at one time and I even heard one of them complaining at a public consultation that the redevelopment of the Broadmarsh would spoil their circuit!
Anyway, it looks like the police have decided to do something about it after all. Saturday, September 20, 2003 - 01:38 PM
Red Aviation are having a helicopter open day at Nottingham Airport near Tollerton today and tomorrow. There is a free barbeque and an opportunity to try out some of their aircraft. They will also be happy to sell you a trial lesson and gift vouchers and you can have a look at Truman Aviation's Tiger Moth.
Thursday, September 18, 2003 - 12:12 PM
Café Scientifique is a weekly series of talks on scientific and cultural themes held at the WAX bar at 27 Broad Street. You can eat at the cafe and then listen to distinguished speakers from academia hold forth on a diverse range of topics and then argue with them. You can learn more from their website www.cafe-scientifique.org.uk or if you click on "Read more..." below, I have included the autumn programme.
Thursday, September 04, 2003 - 03:10 PM
 The most prestigious event in World Squash will be held in Nottingham for the first time in September/October. A number of sessions will be played at Nottingham Squash Racquets Club in The Park with the rest taking place at The Albert Hall, Nottingham. For further details and tickets Click here.
Thursday, August 28, 2003 - 06:34 PM
Here are some forthcoming events at the tennis club.
Sunday September 14th - The Park Sale. A bit like a car boot sale but more posh. Doors open 11am, a stall will cost you £10. Sunday November 2nd - Bonfire Night. Doors open 6.30pm. £5 adults, £3 children. Note: For details of either event contact Kelvin Thomson - 0115 8590501 or Janet Jacques - 0115 9172178
Saturday, August 09, 2003 - 11:06 AM
Jill Pearson of The Golden Cage, 99 Derby Road is promoting a raffle to raise funds for The Oasis Room, James Breast Cancer Ward, City Hospital (under Registered Charity No. 3193) to improve the poor conditions for breast cancer patients.
Tickets cost £1 and can be obtained from Jill above or Dougal at 27a Newcastle Drive. The draw will take place on Wednesday 24th September 2003 at The Park Bowls Club, Tattershall Drive, The Park,. Nottingham. Note: Click on the title or "Read more..." to see the list of prizes.
Saturday, August 02, 2003 - 03:18 PM
Steve Rollin has been fighting with the council over the state of the Park Tunnel which may or may not be their responsibility. He has agreed to publish the details of his correspondance on this website and you can read about it here.
Note: Click on the title or on "Read more..." to see the correspondance.
Thursday, July 31, 2003 - 01:47 PM
I have placed in the Downloads section the first edition of Park Watch, a document produced by the Security Working Party created by The Nottingham Park Estate Ltd. This document was supposed to be delivered to every household in The Park but may not have reached everybody. Your comments have been requested by the Security Working Party and in the first instance you should email them to me at webmaster@TheParkEstate.com and I will pass them on to the relavent parties. If you want to discuss the document, please use the Discussion Forums.
Saturday, July 05, 2003 - 10:35 AM
 Salut! The annual Boules tournament takes place on Saturday 12th July on Newcastle Circus. Telephone Steve on 9470041 to book a place or turn up with a picnic and take your chance.
Il fera beau naturellement. Apportez beaucoup à manger et à boire. On peut lire ici LES RÈGLES DU JEU DE BOULE Bon chance ... Wednesday, June 25, 2003 - 01:21 PM
Hi there,
I'm a 20yr old female currently living in London/Nottingham but would like to lodge in The Park, please respond via email to xaraaluzazi1983@hotmail.com if you are interested in letting a room/wing/apartment. I must emphasise the urgency of this matter as I hope to move into the estate within the coming fortnight. Regards, Xara Webmasters note: This sort of enquiry should go in the discussion forums For Sale and Wanted section. But I'll leave it here for now - Paul Thursday, June 19, 2003 - 04:37 PM
Wheeldon Homes are currently making life a misery for residents of Hope Drive. They are building a block of flats called The Gallery and their incredibly noisy fork-lift and trucks have been abusing the access given to them by estate office. They ignore the one-way system and travel in both directions continuously from 8am to 5pm. If you would like to complain to them, you can contact the construction manager Bob Bailey on 01332 388400.
The estate office has been informed and are believed to be taking steps to prevent further abuse by Wheeldon. Friday, May 30, 2003 - 05:40 PM
For the last 4 months or so there has been a poll on this website asking about peoples experience of crime.
There were only 36 votes and judging by some of the discussions in the discussion forum, the results were not typical for many people, particularly those living around the boundaries of the estate. There is now a new poll which asks how much extra people would be prepared to pay to enhance security in the park. Please also join in the discussions in the forum. Note: Click on "Read more..." to get the results of the previous poll.
Monday, May 26, 2003 - 03:09 PM
 Goran Ivanisevic is to become the first Wimbledon champion to play at the Samsung Open at the Tennis Centre, 16-21 June 2003. Click here to go to the Samsung Open website.
It could be your last chance to see him. "If it is my fate to leave tennis this year, then Wimbledon will be my last tournament," said Ivanisevic recently. Tuesday, April 15, 2003 - 06:21 PM
 The City Council elections are on May 1st. The Park ward has disappeared and becomes Radford and Park. At the last local election in 2000, only 25% exercised their right to vote.
In January this year I emailed our two councillors, Zahoor Mir and David Trimble and invited them to join this website. Not only did they not join, they did not even reply. They will be contesting seats in Dunkirk and Lenton ward this time round. The candidates for our ward can be found in this list on the council website. Your local polling station will be at the Castle. Monday, March 24, 2003 - 09:16 AM
The Nottingham and Derby group of the National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens will be holding a Spring Plant Fair at the Castle on Sunday 6th April between 11am and 4pm. There will be specialist nurseries, rare, quality and unusual plants. More details from 01636 525460.
Thursday, February 13, 2003 - 09:24 AM
Your webmaster is back from a weeks holiday in Egypt, having stayed at the Al Moudira Hotel which was very nice indeed and unusually cheap due to the immanence of war in the region. Beautiful blue skies, great food, friendly people and all the temples and tombs that you are ever likely to need. I feel very refreshed!
It seems that we now have 51 members, having added a further 17 while I was away. I will try and do another mailshot this weekend and then the whole of the estate will have been covered. Thanks to all those who have emailed me with comments and suggestions, I'll get back to you when I've cleared the backlog in my inbox. Paul Sunday, February 02, 2003 - 11:30 PM
The affectionaletly known 'Tunnel' route connecting the Estate to Derby Road belongs to the Council: but they are reluctant to maintain the lighting or improve the surface (which is dangerous at the bottom of the steps and poor underfoot throughout).
The reluctance is not the result of clever urban control nor hard local goverment choices: they just didn't realise they owned it and are now a bit surprised that they may have to find some money to fix it (since the lights broke and people started to complain). Should we not be doing something about letting the Council know that this is unacceptable? The Park Estate are so convinced that the Council will do nothing that they published in Park News (Nov 2002) that they are looking to fund the lighting themselves! That means us again! The Park maintains its own highways and lighting - why can't the Council maintain the only access they are responsible for into the Park? Sunday, February 02, 2003 - 03:13 PM
The Park Estate was once a deer park. In 1798 a poacher by the name of Thomas Booth employed an elaborate scheme to kill a fine stag which was often to be found near the present location of the estate office. He persuaded a friend to discharge a gun in Tattershall Drive, thus creating a diversion which attracted the attention of the keepers. He was then able to kill the stag and drag it's body into Brewhouse Yard and safety. Booth is buried in St Nicholas' Churchyard. You can read about this story and much more at the excellent Links With Old Nottingham.
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