Your weekly Nottingham News update - 23 May 2025
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A message from Council Leader, Councillor Neghat Khan
Conference
This week, I was joined by partners from the across the region at UKREiiF, the biggest development and investment event in the country. It was a packed two days promoting innovation, growth and opportunity across the East Midlands. I was particularly pleased to showcase a series of major development opportunities bringing jobs, homes and business growth across Nottingham.
Pool
I was delighted to join the official reopening of Victoria Embankment Paddling Pool on Thursday, following transformation of the site made possible through National Heritage Lottery funding. Built in 1928, the paddling pool is vital part of Nottingham’s cultural heritage with nearly 100 years of cherished memories and I’m looking forward to Nottingham children making plenty more!
This month marks one year since I became Leader of Nottingham City Council. It’s been a year of challenges, but also real progress - from improving our governance and finances to investing in services that matter most to citizens.
I’m proud of what we’ve achieved so far, and grateful for the hard work of councillors, officers, and partners who’ve helped us move forward. There’s still more to do, but I’m confident we’re on the right path to building a stronger, fairer Nottingham.
See what we’ve achieved in a year – and what’s next [ [link removed] ]
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Half term
May Half Term is here!
If you are looking for things to do in Nottingham this May Half Term, this is the place to find them!
Whether you're planning a family staycation, looking for local events, or just want to keep the kids entertained (and burn off some energy), there’s loads happening to fill the week with excitement.
Explore what’s on this May Half Term in Nottingham [ [link removed] ]
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Pool
Back with a Splash! Official reopening of Victoria Embankment Paddling Pool.
We're thrilled to announce the Victoria Embankment Paddling Pool officially opened on Thursday 22 May 2025 – made possible thanks to funding from The National Heritage Lottery Fund.
Get ready to dive into some seaside nostalgia as we bring back the spirit of the great British seaside! Buckets, Spades, Mr Whippy ice cream and all the joyful vibes included!
Head down and make a splash today! [ [link removed] ]
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EVENT
Medieval Legends Saturday 24 – Monday 26 May 2025 Nottingham Castle
Home to the legendary Robin Hood and with a long-standing history of rebellion at Nottingham Castle, the three-day medieval weekend will showcase cave tours, a medieval encampment.
It will include the Lincolnshire medieval re-enactment society, Knights of Skirbeck, who have provided a unique blend of living history and entertainment across Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Norfolk and throughout the UK since 2008.
The perfect time to make use of your ‘Pay once visit all year round‘ ticket once again in the late May bank holiday.
Book your medieval adventure now [ [link removed] ]
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Council approves proposals for new homes in Bulwell and St Ann’s
Nottingham City Council has approved the development of proposals to build new council homes in Bulwell and St Ann’s as part of the Building a Better Nottingham programme.
The proposal for Bulwell would see an under-used garage site behind the Colston Road and Austin Street flats transformed. The site currently has 54 garages, 33 of which are empty. There have been issues with vandalism and the misuse of vacant garages for rubbish and fly-tipping; two are sealed up following fire damage.
The St Ann’s proposals at Robin Hood Chase are for around 15 new council houses. Like the flats in Bulwell, they would be energy efficient to minimise bills for residents and would have rents set at affordable levels.
See how we’re transforming spaces into homes [ [link removed] ]
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Otter
Final Notty's New Hat Book Launch Event
Join Active Nottingham for their final "Read and Swim Event" to celebrate the launch of their new children's book, Notty's New Hat!
Pop along to Ken Martin Leisure Centre for their exclusive half-term treat on* Tuesday 27 May 2025 between 11am and 3pm.*
*Entry to these sessions is FREE as part of the Notty’s New Hat Book Launch. Simply book your space at the leisure centre or via the Active Nottingham app (pre-booking is essential for the swim session).
Don’t miss out – get all the information here! [ [link removed] ]
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Dementia
New Memory Packs Support African Caribbean and South Asian Communities Living with Dementia in Nottingham
Nottingham City Council Public Health and Nottingham City Libraries have collaborated to launch a new set of memory packs for members of Nottingham’s African Caribbean and South Asian communities living with dementia.
The launch is part of the city’s recognition of the annual Dementia Action Week, which raises awareness of the condition and celebrates the local services that help people with dementia live well.
Discover how new memory packs are making a difference [ [link removed] ]
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More Nottingham news and events
* New sustainable drainage planters in Sneinton Market [ [link removed] ] are helping to deal with flooding and add colour and plants to the area
* Get £1 tickets for Positively Empowered Kids Festival [ [link removed] ]on Sunday 22 June - with storytelling, bouncy castles, sensory areas, performances and more
* Government transport minister Simon Lightwood has praised Nottingham City Council owned Nottingham City Transport buses as an example of how council-run bus companies can work [ [link removed] ]
* New Exhibition - FOREST [ [link removed] ] - 24 May to 2 November 2025 - The exhibition showcases six newly commissioned works created exclusively for Nottingham Castle, in the company of prints, drawings and photographs from Nottingham’s own Collection
* New photography exhibition to launch at Nottingham Central Library [ [link removed] ] this weekend! Pop along to see amazing photos from Nottinghamshire
* Foster Care Fortnight 2025: Celebrating the power of relationships [ [link removed] ]
* New cabinet gives Council ‘decisive focus’ on delivery for Nottingham [ [link removed] ]
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