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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

From 31 October 2026, new national rules will change how councils in England decide which planning applications are handled by planning officers and which go to a planning committee. beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/2026/10/09/p...

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Planning decisions are changing from 31 October: what it means for residents

Planning decisions are changing from 31 October: what it means for Broxtowe residents.

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Love it and List It * Chryse Tinsley WEDNESDAY, 14 OCT 2026, 7pm Landscape Architect Chryse Tinsley takes a look at the reality of Listed building protection and our Local Heritage List (LHL). Chryse will explain how the local list is developing. Don't miss this! *plus our AGM!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Students in Beeston: Join us for just £5 and feel warm and fuzzy for free! www.facebook.com/reel/1061861...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

#students in #beeston! Join us for just £5… That warm, fuzzy feeling from helping a local charity - and getting to know your new home town? Well. That comes FREE!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Our Autumn Talks program is out! All talks at the RBL, Hall Croft, Beeston

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Love it and List It * Chryse Tinsley WEDNESDAY, 14 OCT 2026, 7pm Landscape Architect Chryse Tinsley explores Listed building protection and our Local Heritage List (LHL). You’ll not want to miss this! *plus our AGM! Find out more: beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/talks

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

EVERYDAY HISTORIES: our FREE events England’s largest festival of history and culture returns for 2026, and we’re in it! This year, the theme is Everyday Histories...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Canalside Heritage Centre are holding an exhibition showing the "birth" of Beeston Rylands from the Bronze age to modern day on 11th -20th September. They will be displaying the Mission Hall Sunday School Banner of 1926. Hoping to find as many living relatives for a photo call!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Apologies, but due to the unprecedented drought and its impact on local wildlife, we are 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 the 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐢 on 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭. We hope to rearrange. Thank you for your understanding, and stay cool! 😎

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Our next walk for July! #ecofriendly houses in and around Beeston via the ecotrail-ng9.net - guided by @greening_beeston @greeningbeeston’s Sue Spencer. Come hear hints, tips and inspiration for your own gaff! #instagood #ecohome #ecoliving #viral

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

A standard planning application is wholly insufficient, and so we request that Broxtowe Borough Council robustly defends the local environment by demanding a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). #beestonfieldsfuture #environmentalImpactAssessment #planning

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

The Society has met with developers, Cilldara, to discuss the Beeston Fields Golf Course project and outline our Key Development Requirements for the site.

A map of the new proposed Beeston Fields housing development. It shows housing zones, green areas and amenities.

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

It's the Summer Solstice! And what better way to celebrate than a walk around our locale! We look at how development affects our wildlife. Meet at the tram terminus at Toton at 14:00. Dress for the weather!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Beeston Civic Society is reviewing the proposed Beeston Fields Golf Course development to secure the best outcomes for the community. If you have relevant expertise or want to get involved, contact hello@beestoncivicsociety.org.uk.

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Concerned about climate change? Want to do something about it? 'The Emergency Briefing' is a powerful film exposing the scale of the crisis. It's coming soon to Beeston ARC Cinema. www.nebriefing.org www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/peoples-em...

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National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature

National Emergency Briefing | The UK’s leading climate and nature experts brief MP's on the risks, impacts and solutions to the climate emergency

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Beeston and District Local History Society are meeting on June 17th to talk about 'A Derbyshire Railway Journey' Meet at Chilwell Memorial Hall, starting at 7:30 PM. All Welcome! chilwellmemorialinstitute.org

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Canalside Heritage Centre is celebrating nature over May half term! Join them for Garden Week for fun activities. Take part in nature themed craft workshops, walks, demonstrations and performance! 21-31 May. www.facebook.com/events/2-3-w...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Attenborough’s Special Reserve. A guided walk led by expert guide, Mike Spencer. This year, as Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday, come along on our guided walk to find out why that other Attenborough is so special too! #bemorecivic #attenborough #whatsonnottingham

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

A summer of walks, guided by local experts in their field. Come along and learn something new about where you live. #bemorecivic #guidedwalks #whatsonnottingham

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Broxtowe Borough Council are running a Garden Competition to show off their passion for plants and celebrate the colour they’ve brought to the borough! Enter before 31 May to win £50 Garden Vouchers or an Afternoon Tea experience. Entry details at broxtowe.gov.uk/housingsgardencompetition

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Experience Hong Kong Night! 🇭🇰✨ 🗓️ Apr 10, 6:30PM–Late 📍 New Art Exchange, NG7 6BE Join us for: 🖼️ Kei Po Exhibition 🥟 Food Tasting 🎤 Cantopop Live Band & Karaoke 💃 K-Pop Dance Trials 🥬 "From Old Bean Grows Bak Choy" Performance Don’t miss this cultural celebration! 🎶 #NottinghamEvents #HK Night #KPop

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Nottingham Jazz Orchestra appear monthly at the RBL, Beeston NG9 1EL. Performances sell out quickly! Fully licenced bar, industry leading light and sound systems, together with car parking Tickets are available online at the door – with 50% discount for students. www.nottsjazz.co.uk

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Nottingham Jazz Orchestra | Big Band Jazz

Nottingham Jazz Orchestra The British Legion Club Hall Croft Beeston Nottingham NG9 1EL 16 piece Big Band established in 1978 boasting some of the finest musicians in the Nottingham area. Attracts man...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Beeston is bidding to be a UK Town of Culture (£3M top prize)! Please use these links to respond to our surveys if you can! mailchi.mp/8b564d0df8ad... docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

We had a great night at our BE MORE QUIZIC quiz. Tickets sales + raffle raised over £400 for our charity!💜 Thanks to everyone (including chaps!) as well as RBL Beeston (and Tony French) for the venue and PA. 💜💜💜 Join your local Civic Society, folks. #bemorecivic #IWD2026

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

You can help increase Beeston and District Civic Society’s entries into easyfundraising’s giveaway to win a £250 donation – every new supporter who joins is an entry! Sign up before midnight 8th March, it’ll only take two minutes: join.easyfundraising.org.uk/beeston-and-...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

A great Audience for Chryse’s talk about Growing Place. A full room at Beeston #RoyalBritishLegion Chryse is always such a personable, friendly and inclusive speaker and she even managed to get her beloved SuDs in too! THANK YOU to all those who came - we raised £55 for the Society!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Event tonight at RBL Doors open at 6.30 Bid for Town of Culture sits well with the topic “Growing Place” Our very own Chryse Tinsley will explore what Pride in Place means to people and their aspirations. Spotlights include Town of Culture Bid And the upcoming Civic Quizzical, on Saturday!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Tickets are selling like hot quiz tickets for our Charity Quiz on 7 March… but there are still a few left! Book yours now and join the fun and games. You don’t have to have a whole team sorted. Solo punters, trios, and couples most welcome! Buy online: Beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/quiz

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QUIZ

BE MORE QUIZIC! Join our general knowledge quiz. When: 7 March 2026, 7pmWhere: Royal British Legion Club, 16 Hallcroft, Beeston NG9 1ELWhat3words: ///inner.hoot.moved Prizes, raffle + fully license…

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

The Society is delighted to be able to support Beeston & Chilwell Garden Trail this year, by hosting their online ticket sales through our non-profit Zeffy platform. Looking forward to seeing you all there! Beestonandchilwellgardentrail.org.uk/tickets

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Tickets - Beeston and Chilwell Garden Trail

We are grateful to Beeston and District Civic Society who are hosting our online ticket sales this year, via their non-profit Zeffy platform. This means that 100% of our online ticket sales go towards...

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Our last AUDIENCE of the year is this March. Our own landscape and heritage powerhouse, Chryse, gives us a professional’s approach to what growing a ‘place’ is all about - all in her own, fabulous inimitable style of course. Don’t miss it! Beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/talks

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AUDIENCE

… with local experts runs from October to March this season. If you’d like to be, or recommend, a Guest Speaker, or would like to introduce your group, project or charity to our members in one of o…

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Have you been on Beeston's Bee Trail yet? The Trail keeps getting bigger! Six new businesses have just been added!. Do the Trail! Find the Bees You could win a Prize! beestoncivicsociety.org.uk

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Our March talk on is Placemaking by landscape architect and exec member Chryse Tansley, using local examples. Interactive discussion at Beeston Royal British Legion, Hall Croft, 6.30pm Wed 4 March. All welcome! beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/talks

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

We made the front page! BBC News - Broxtowe towns Beeston and Kimberley bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028 - BBC News We made the front page: BBC News - Broxtowe towns Beeston and Kimberley bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028 - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Broxtowe towns Beeston and Kimberley bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028

Two parts of Nottinghamshire think they have what it takes to become the first UK Town of Culture.

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Come to our Quiz! Help raise money for our charity and enjoy yourself in the process. Prizes! Raffle! Licensed bar! Nibbles! Find out more on our website, and book your tickets. beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/quiz

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Beeston is bidding for Town of Culture 2028! If you want to get involved or just find out more, then come to the Plessey Centre, 27 Marconi Drive, Beeston NG9 1NX Sunday February 8th 16:30 - 18:30

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Hear how Broxtowe Borough Council has achieved a 54% reduction in carbon emissions since 2018/2019! Sarah Robinson talks at the RBL, Hall Croft, Beeston on Wed 04 Feb, 19:00.

Update from Sarah Robertson – Broxtowe Climate Manager – Regarding Presentation on WED 07 FEB at Beeston RBL.
Broxtowe Borough Council’s journey to reaching carbon neutrality.

In July 2019, the council declared a Climate Change Emergency and committed to becoming carbon neutral by 31 December 2027 for its own operations.

Hear how that journey is going. The opportunities and challenges embraced over the years that have resulted in a 54% reduction in carbon emissions since 2018/19.

Directed by ten key programme themes within the Broxtowe Council’s Climate Change and Green Futures Strategy 2023-2027 with annual targets set through the Carbon Management Action Plan (CMAP) hear how action has taken place, from public awareness raising and engagement to the transition to electric fleet vehicles to planting over 138,000 trees to investment in renewable energy technologies.

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Our own lovely Jeanie Barton plays in support of Beeston Sea Scouts! Dress to impress!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

BDCS Charity Quiz Night
7 Mar 2026 7PM
Tickets £4 per person
Royal British legion Club, Hall Croft, Beeston.

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Beeston Civic Society would like to wish all our members, associates and followers; A very enjoyable Festive Season and A Happy, Peaceful year ahead! Take a look at what we've got coming up in the New Year!

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year to all our followers! Our first talk of the winter is on January 7th. If you want to know how Government works in practice, then come along to the RBL, Hall Croft, Beeston at 7:30!

Audience with Prof Peter Murphy on Public Service, 07 Jan 2026, 7pm, RBL, Hall Croft, Beeston NG9 1EL

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

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Beeston Civic Society @beestoncivicsoc.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

The future doesn't wait. It's here already! Every young person is full of potential. Join us for an inspiring event where voices from education, justice, and community leadership come together to explore how we can unlock the full potential of the next generation.

Gen Next
Wednesday 03 DEC 2025
RBL
Hall Croft
Beeston

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