Published in May, then sold out in just 8 weeks; could it be the next Harry Potter!!

Well, no, but it has proved popular with village vetrans, village newcomers and those who have moved elsewhere. Books have been posted to addresses in the UK, France and Australia.

A fresh batch of books arrived from the publishers this morning and I have been busy notifying the 15 people who asked me to reserve a copy. One has paid online and her book is already on its way to Southampton. Another will send me her USA address so that I can calculate postage costs.

Would you like a copy of the book? You can buy one:

• from the Cheese Shop on Nottingham Road. Cash only (£20).

• from me at Saturday Cafe at The Old School next Saturday. Cash (£20), contactless (£20.40).

• from me at 4 Barratt Close. Cash (£20), contactless (£20.40).

• have a copy posted to you. Cost (uk) is £25 including p&p. Pay online by BACS.

Once this batch has sold out, there won't be any more books at this discounted price - or even, possibly, at any price. Is it too early to buy for Christmas?

Tony Jarrow

Good weather, good music, good fun!

Great photos by Mel Stanley of "Chillin in the Park" on the Memorial Hall field yesterday.

Photo by Colin Bryan

The government has decided on Nottingham City's proposal for the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Below is a map.

Nottinghamshire is being split into two councils:

1) North and East Nottinghamshire Council

2) Southwest Nottinghamshire Council

Cropwell Bishop and Cropwell Butler fall into the North and east Nottinghamshire Council. - This means that we are NOT joining with the city.

However, half of Rushcliffe is. The boundary is the A46, with those to the west joining with the city, Broxtowe and Gedling.

From 2027, Rushcliffe Borough Council, Nottinghamshire County Council, and all other borough and district councils will cease to exist and the two new councils will replace them.

We will give further information as it transpires.

Janice Towndrow
Parish Clerk

In Appreciation of Sandra Hunt’s Service.

It is with great sadness that the CBMH Committee has learned of the passing of Sandra Hunt. Sandra had recently rejoined the Committee with her characteristic enthusiasm, bringing a wealth of knowledge about Cropwell Bishop and its community. We had looked forward to benefiting once again from her experience and commitment as we worked towards securing the best possible future for the CBMH, including the proposed new build on the Nottingham Road site.

Sandra dedicated many years to serving others as a Girl Guide leader, inspiring and supporting generations of young people. She was also a longstanding and valued member of previous CBMH Committees over the last 40 years , always giving her time, wisdom and energy to projects that benefited the village.

Sandra's kindness, dedication and community spirit touched the lives of many. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all who had the pleasure of knowing and working with her. Her contribution to our community will not be forgotten, and her legacy of service will continue to inspire us.

Thank you, Sandra, for everything you gave to our village.
May you rest in peace.

Jacques Lacey
Chairman
Cropwell Bishop Memorial Hall
Charity No 22030

The Cropwell Cinema showing of "Grease - Singalong" this coming Friday has been cancelled.

Tony Jarrow

For details of the new Number 12 Bus Service and other Village bus services, click on the Travel tab.

Tony Jarrow

The launch of the 'Cropwell Bishop Street Stories' book proved a big success; all 100 copies were sold within 8 weeks.

A big thank-you to those of you who bought the book - and for the much kind feedback I have received.

As a result, I have now ordered a reprint and copies should become available in about 2 weeks.

If you haven't yet bought a copy, why not reserve one (with no obligation to buy should you later change your mind). Just send your email address to: amjarrow@mac.com

If you are not familiar with the book, just scroll down to the postings during May (on the CropwellBishopPlan.co.uk website)

I will post an update once the book becomes available.

Tony Jarrow

Just to remind you that should you want to contact a parish councillor, you will find their name and email address on the Contacts page - click the Contacts tab.

Tony Jarrow

It was the Parish Council Meeting this evening. The winner of the 'In the News' Quiz, which appeared in the March edition of Cropwell Bishop News, was drawn from the pile of correct entries.

And the winner was .... Tom Robinson.

He will receive a £20 voucher, donated by the Parish Council, for use at Gary Jowett's Butchers.

Tony Jarrow

Here, in 1987, as Girl Guides leader (with Anna Jarrow).

Tony Jarrow

Hilary will have a bumper load of jigsaws (lots of really good ones) for exchange (or sale at £1) at the Saturday Cafe this weekend (see poster on Events page) but sadly, this time, there will be no books for exchange/sale.

Tony has strained his shoulder and can't manage lifting all the shelves and books. But he will be there selling copies of his book, "Street Stories of Cropwell Bishop".

The book has proved very popular and most have now been sold. Just £20 cash (or £20.40 contactless).

Hope to see you there.

Hilary Jarrow

Simon grew up in Cropwell Bishop, and 8yr-old Anne Terzza would sometimes take him out in his pram - see photo below.

Then Simon moved away and now lives with his family in Kent.

But he has fond memories of Cropwell Bishop, so when he heard about the ‘Cropwell Bishop Street Stories’ book, he had to get himself a copy.

Simon and his wife had already planned a motoring trip north, but made a detour for Bed & Breakfast in Cropwell Bishop. And while they were in the Cheese Shop buying a copy of Street Stories, they met Anne Terzza! They had not seen each other in over 60 years.

Here they are in the Cheese Shop:

I have posted copies of the Street Story book to people living beyond the village, but, as far as I know, this is the furthest someone has travelled to buy a copy.

It is fortunate he came when he did, because the sale of the book has exceeded expectations and will likely be sold out in a few weeks.

Tony Jarrow

Nesting Jackdaws!

Not just on the outside, but also in the bell-tower where the clock mechanism is.

Who told them that the small door that opens onto the roof of the tower had been left open by workmen?

And when did the birds discover that even when the door was shut it was still possible for a bird to squeeze through a gap at the top?

Thanks to Colin Bryan for the photos.

With a wide variety of stalls and fine weather, it is not surprising that a large number of people turned up to yesterday's Saturday Cafe at The Old School; it was very busy all morning. There were smiles all around.

Thanks to Mel Stanley and Colin Bryan for the photos.

Don’t forget, this Saturday Café will not only have the usual books, jigsaws, teas, cards, cakes, coffees and councillors, but also plants, garden sundries, bric-a-brac and heritage items.
See posters on the Events page for details.

And, you will be able to buy the 'Cropwell Bishop Street Stories' book (£20 cash) which was published just a few weeks ago and selling fast.

All in all, the Old School on Saturday (30-5-26) from 10am to noon is the place to be.

See you there.

Tony Jarrow

From the 21st June we will have a new bus service

The "11" bus service is changing to "12" in June, and will restore the direct route to Central Avenue and also operate on Sundays!

Nottingham City Transport have been reviewing all their routes including the 11, and changes will take effect from Sunday 21st June.

Below are the full details of the new service.

The new 12 service serves a return route to Central Avenue in West Bridgford and also gives us a Sunday Service.

New Green 12 replaces Green 11 between Nottingham, Gamston and Tollerton, Cotgrave, Hollygate Park and Cropwell Bishop.

Green 12 will serve Central Avenue and West Bridgford, reinstating this much-requested direct link.

Buses will operate hourly on Monday to Saturday daytimes, with a Sunday daytime service introduced and the last bus from Nottingham at 20:10 on Mondays to Saturdays.

Some journeys will serve Cropwell Butler and Upper Saxondale, with Sunday buses serving Cropwell Butler and Bingham. The 833 connect service will have time changes to provide a link to Cropwell Butler and Saxondale.

The Bridgford Connect ticket will no longer be available, following the introduction of the direct service.

This service is part-funded by EMCCA.

And below are the new route map and timetables.

Jan Towndrow

Thank you to all our volunteer, village gardeners, who plant, weed, and water our public spaces. Displays are enjoyed by many.

Mel Stanley

Maybe you have already seen it - and even used it. The postbox is where it has always been on Church Street but it has been modified. You are now able to get 'proof of posting' for a parcel; there are instructions on the front.

Nevertheless , you can still post a letter in the usual way; just put it through the top slot.

Of course, the Co-op post office is still operating as usual, but this postbox might be more convenient for you - and it never closes.

Tony Jarrow

Congratulations to Heather Timmins who has not only completed her Virtual Coast to Coast Challenge, she has smashed her 21 day target by 5 days!

It's not too late to donate to Heather's Go Fund me account (see below).

Thank you Heather for supporting the Memorial Hall.

Pam Wregg (Secretary)
Charity No. 220504

From Heather:

If you are able to sponsor me, it would be very much appreciated.

To find out all about my challenge, and to make a donation, Click:
https://gofund.me/22e5c8a62

Thank you

Heather Timmins

It was the Parish Council Meeting this evening. The winner of the 'In the News' Quiz, which appeared in the March edition of Cropwell Bishop News, was drawn from the pile of correct entries.

And the winner was .... Mary Barlow.

She will receive a £20 voucher, donated by the Parish Council, for use at Gary Jowett's Butchers.

Tony Jarrow

I will be completing (virtually) the England Coast to Coast walk within 21 days.. Starting Monday 27th April.

That's 267km, 389k steps, needing at least 18.5k steps a day! (I am insane I know - but I do love to set a decent challenge)

For a relatively fit and healthy person this would be a simple challenge, however, I do have Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS for short). On a gentle slow walk POTS causes huge spikes in heart rate, dizziness and shortness of breath. This will definitely be a huge challenge to get that illusive number of steps per day, but I am confident the hard work I have been putting in over the last 8 weeks will definitely help me.

If you are able to sponsor me, it would be very much appreciated, Click:
https://gofund.me/22e5c8a62

Thank you

Heather Timmins