Information about Granby and Sutton Parish Activities

This 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.

COVID-19 Cases Rising Significantly in Rushcliffe

COVID-19 cases continue to rise significantly here in Rushcliffe, in line with other areas in Nottinghamshire. Rushcliffe and the remainder of Nottinghamshire will be placed in the “very high” alert level from Friday October 30. Further details can be read here.

Poppy Appeal 2020

Covid 19 has impacted the ways in which the Poppy Appeal can be carried out this year. There will be no 'door to door' distribution of merchandise but you will be able to pick up a poppy whilst doing your shop in-store or online. In addition, there will be a range of poppy merchandise available in slected stores, including some major supermarkets and on line.
You can also Text to Donate! to donate £2 text POPPY2, to donate £5 text POPPY5 or to donate £10 text POPPY10. SEND YOUR TEXT TO 70545. Also, for the first time, a downloadable poppy is being develooped so that families, businesses and those unable to take part in the Appeal in the usual way, can still donate and show their support by displaying a poster in their windows.
There is also a dedicated Poppy Appeal page on the Legion website which can be found at www.rbl.org.uk/poppyappeal. It shows the wide variety of ways the public and local communities can support the Appeal this year including a DIY FUNDRAISING PACK for anyone who would like to fundraise in their own way - from baking 11 cupcakes to running up 11 flights of stairs or knitting 11 poppies. There are ideas to suit everyone.

Remembrance Street Poppies

Remembrance Poppies will be fastened to lamposts and signs at the entrance to the Parish at the begining of November.

Parish War Memorial

Do you pass the Parish War Memorial without giving it a second glance? The War Memorial section on this website brings together the publicly available information about the ten heroes from this Parish who sacrificed their lives in the First World War. Let us know If you have any additional photographs or family information to add.
Alfred BEET
William BEET
George Arthur GOODACRE
Percy Allison HOPEWELL
Harold LEE
Harry PRITCHETT
George SLATER
Arthur SMITH
Herbert SMITH
Frederick Francis WOODFORD

Future Electric Car Charging Points Survey

Rushcliffe Borough Council are inviting residents to have their say on the facilities for electric vehicles in the Borough, including factors which would encourage them to own, charge and maintain a battery or plug-in hybrid vehicle.
Your views will help inform where the installation of charge points may be possible and help shape planning for potential facilities in line with local current or future capacity.
The survey takes just five minutes to complete, is open until October 31 and gives residents the opportunity to comment more widely on car charging in the Borough: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/RBCevcharging

Parish Council Meeting Minutes

Minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on 8 October have now been published online. 

The Windows are Coming!

Back by popular demand and to brighten our lives after we emerge from the 'very high' restrictions imposed for COVID 19! Following the magnificent and very successful efforts in 2018 and 2019, (seen here) we are delighted to announce that we will again be running this year’s Granby & Sutton Living Advent Calendar 2019 with volunteer households.

Recycling Centre Booking

If 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.

Solar Farm near Barkestone

A pre-application public consultation has begun for a 172 acre solar farm North West of Barkestone. Construction vehicles will impact traffic using Granby Lane and Plungar Road into 'Gypsy Lane'. This application will be subject to approval expected around February 2021 by Melton Borough Council. There will be a Solar Farm Proposal Exhibition at Barkestone Hub on 31 October between 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm.  Further details can be found on the Barkestone, Plungar and Redmile Parish Council website and at http://green-farmsolar.com/.

Rushcliffe News and Updates

Rushcliffe 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

Playground and Outdoor Gym are OPEN.

Now that a safety inspection has been completed by RoSPA, a COVID 19 Risk Assessment undertaken by the Parish Council and a deep clean of equipment by volunteers have been completed, the children's playground and adult outdoor gym areas are OPEN!. Warning notices have been promulgated containing important information for the safety of your family and other members of the public.

Re-opening of All Saints Church

All Saints Church is open for weekly Private Prayer from 2 until 4pm. Face coverings MUST be worn. Please follow the instructions in church.

Local Planning Applications

Did 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; ​​​
  • 20/01645/FUL | Provision of intensive pig rearing unit including hardstanding, parking provision and associated infrastructure. | Land To The North East Of Main Street Sutton Cum Granby Nottinghamshire
  • 20/01644/FUL | Erection of general-purpose grain store & machine store for farming equipment | Land To The North East Of Main Street Sutton Cum Granby Nottinghamshire
Guidelines for making relevant comments are published by Rushcliffe Borough Council.

Nottinghamshire Police Newsletter

The latest edition of the 'Stakeholder Update' by the Rushcliffe Neighbourhood policing team, can be read online.

Local Government Transparency

Transparency 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.

Granby and Sutton at War

The 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.

Are You Taking Exercise?
Do be considerate of others and animals whilst exercising but don't forget to be 'tick aware' when using the country footpaths.

Parish Help for the Self-Isolating

Are you self-isolating in Granby or Sutton due to Coronavirus COVID-19 and without your family or social network? Are you keeping an eye on an elderly or vulnerable neighbour? The Parish Council has distributed a leaflet to each household, offering through our Parish Clerk as the point of contact and a network of volunteers from our community, to help you with the following;  
  • picking up shopping
  • a friendly phone call
  • posting mail
  • urgent supplies
Just contact Ann and she will do her best to help you for free. 



Parish Activities

Parish activities by groups using the Village Hall and organised monthly walks are cancelled for the time being however, some groups are holding virtual meetings online instead. Please follow government guidlines for socialising and keeping fit.



Mobile Library, e-books, e-audio, e-magazines, e-newspapers

All Inspire venues are now closed until further notice. This includes all Nottinghamshire County Libraries,  mobile libraries, Archives, Arts, 16-18 Study Programmes, Adult, Community and Family Learning.  This is in line with Nottinghamshire County Council’s response to government guidance on social distancing and plans to focus on essential services.

So, if there is no mobile library service in the parish, 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.

Report a Flood or Drainage Problem

If you see a flooding or drainage problem in the parish, it is important to take a photograph and report it online to Nottingham County Council through this link. Issues you can report are:
  • street flooding
  • blocked drains
  • blocked gullies
  • missing manhole/drain covers

All Saints Graveyard

Have 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 left), or the occupations of parishioners long ago? Find out about them by following this link. 
GRANBY WEATHER

Website Accessibility

We’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.

Website Disclaimer

The 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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Copyright

Header photograph John Rainbow (Creative Commons)
​Maps Published under the Ordnance Survey Public Sector Mapping Agreement licence 100053366

Big Lottery Fund

Upgrading 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.