Information about Granby and Sutton Parish ActivitiesThis site contains additional information about some of the clubs, groups and societies in the parish. Click on the Parish Activities pages for further details or for general queries email the Parish Clerk.
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Church ServicesHoly Communion at All Saints, Granby, will take place monthly on the fourth Sunday. The next Service on 26 September will be the Harvest Festival and members of the congregation are asked to bring dried goods. Parochial news can be found at https://www.wivertoninthevale.co.uk
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Parish Council Meeting MinutesThe draft minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on 9 September have now been published online.
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Job Opportunity - Clerk to the Parish Council
The permanent position of Clerk to Granby cum Sutton Parish Council is currently vacant and a job description can be found here. For further information or to apply, please send CV and covering letter to Clerk of the Council at anncoy@btinternet.com.
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Webmaster OpportunityThe opportunity has arisen for a new webmaster for this website, contact John Rainbow for further details.
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Parochial Church Council TreasurerThe PCC is seeking a new treasurer to look after the finances of the Wiverton in the Vale PCC.
The Volunteer will be required to be a trustee of the PCC and maintain the Bookkeeping System and Bank Accounts for this registered charity. Basic computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel Spreadsheets, E-mailing and an understanding of bookkeeping principles will be advisable. Formal qualifications and church membership are not required. The position of Treasurer requires a commitment of up to 6 hours per week and full training will be given to ensure a smooth transition from the existing treasurer who is available to discuss the role with any interested person. Please contact our current Treasurer Max by phone 0115 9899299 or email treasurer@wivertoninthevale.co.uk if you wish to discuss this position further. |
Playground and Outdoor Gym OPEN.Parents should read the guidance which can be found here, before using the playground. Warning notices have been promulgated containing important information for the safety of your family and other members of the public.
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Tennis FacilitiesBelvoir Vale Tennis Club, based in Hose (near Harby) provides social and competitive tennis opportunities for everyone from all age groups and abilities. Open all year round, new members are always welcome. It also has a year-round coaching programme for children and adults. Facilities include;
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Dragon Street Stores at The Marquis
Are your cupboards short of fresh bread, eggs, fruit, and veg. Have you just finished that last drop of milk, beer, wine or spirits and other essentials? Then you should visit Dragon Street Stores, a new business set up at the rear of The Marquis. Contact Adam for more details and hours of business.
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Solar Farm Construction Traffic Re-routedWe have been told by the Agents that the application to build a large solar farm at Jericho near Barkestone in Leicestershire is pending a decision by Melton Borough Council. The revised route for construction traffic will no longer use Granby but will enter Gypsy Lane from the direction of Plungar.
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Proposed New Recycling CentreNottinghamshire County Council has agreed to a proposal to develop and submit a planning application for a recycling centre in Cotgrave. Further details can be found here.
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Recycling Centre BookingIf you use the Household Waste and Recycling Centre in West Bridgford, note that Nottingham County Council has introduced a booking system. Further information about recycling centres can be found on the Nottinghamshire County Council website.
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Rushcliffe News and UpdatesRushcliffe Borough Council has introduced a free weekly email subscription service to update stakeholders about news in the borough. To sign up and receive the updates, subscribe here: https://bit.ly/RushcliffeSignUp
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Local Planning ApplicationsDid you know that local planning applications made to Rushcliffe Borough Council are available to view online? The most recent applications pending decision can be viewed on the Rushcliffe Planning Portal;
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Local Government TransparencyTransparency is the foundation of local accountability and the key that gives people the tools and information they need to enable them to play a bigger role in society. As a member of the community, you have the right to inspect the audited accounts of Granby cum Sutton Parish Council which can be viewed online. A guide to your rights, published by the National Audit Office can also be read online.
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Granby and Sutton at WarThe Granby cum Sutton History Group has published part 1 of a short series based on the memories of residents who lived and worked in our parish when the Luftwaffe bombed Granby cum Sutton at night instead of Nottingham. You can read the memories here.
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Are You Taking Exercise?
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Do be considerate of others and animals whilst exercising but don't forget to be 'tick aware' when using the country footpaths.
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Mobile Library, e-books, e-audio, e-magazines, e-newspapersThe Mobile Library provides a click and collect service. Check here for details. Are you making the most of the free library e-services on offer? Harness the power of your superfast broadband by using your Nottinghamshire library card to make the most of the library service managed by Inspire. Library members can access a large selection of digital books, audio, magazines and daily regional, national and international newspapers from your smartphone, tablet, laptop or home PC at no additional cost. Join Inspire for your library membership and check their E-resources.
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All Saints GraveyardHave you ever walked past our church and wondered about the people and families recorded on the headstones and tombs? Did you know that the oldest headstone is dated 1710 (shown on the right), or the occupations of parishioners long ago? Find out about them by following this link.
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Website AccessibilityWe’re constantly working to make this site as accessible and usable as possible to meet the relevant legal requirements. External and internal links are coloured blue and underlined. Further information can be read on our accessibility page.
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Website DisclaimerThe information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by organisations within and outside the Parish and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
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CopyrightMaps Published under the Ordnance Survey Public Sector Mapping Agreement licence 100053366
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Big Lottery FundUpgrading the safety surface of the children's play area and purchase of the community outdoor exercise equipment were projects funded through the National Lottery Awards for All scheme.
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