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Training Calendar - Essential Site Skills

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Around £135

Training Calendar - Essential Site Skills

Training Calendar

Tue 21 JulEssential Site Skills Ltd(3.6mi)

via Essential Site Skills LtdLocal gem

Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Around £60

Watercolour Workshop – July

Capture botanical beauty your way with painter Jenny ‘Wren’ from The Little Hollow Studio on this Watercolour Workshop for beginners in Nottingham. All materials will be provided for you to explore and play with watercolours to create, connect and most of all have fun! If you have never worked with watercolour or drawn before don’t worry, as this workshop is perfect for beginners. After a tour of the gardens, there’s a messy, magical adventure waiting for you. Using real seasonal foliage for references, handpicked from the Pippley garden by their team of expert gardeners, we will incorporate a variety of different activities as we stay curious and cultivate creativity with this wonderful medium. Let’s discover the beauty of watercolour together. At the end of the workshop, you will take home whatever you create and perhaps a budding new skill.

Tue 21 JulThe Walled Garden(4.2mi)

via The Walled GardenLocal gem

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Foodbank

Something's afoot at The Haven Church and it goes by the name of Foodbank. Their site has the particulars.

Tue 21 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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Office Open

Office Open. The Haven Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Tue 21 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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[X] Foodbank

The Haven Church is hosting and we're spreading the word. [X] Foodbank — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Tue 21 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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Halo Coffee Shop

Filed under: Halo Coffee Shop at REAL Women looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Tue 21 Jul10:00REAL Women(3.4mi)

via REAL Women

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Around £5

Our Crafty Project Club

Our Crafty Project Club in Ilkeston, runs every Tuesday from 10am to 12pm at Our Crafty Place, 1 Corporation Road. For just £5 per session. What to Expect at Our Crafty Project Club This friendly weekly club brings people in Ilkeston together through craft, community, and companionship. When you join, you can: Take part in our current community project – quilting (all materials provided) Bring your own craft project to work on Meet like-minded people and build genuine friendships Share ideas, inspiration, and creative techniques Enjoy helpful tips and encouragement from fellow crafters Relax with refreshments in a warm, welcoming space Whether you’re a seasoned maker or trying something new, you’ll feel right at home. Not a crafter? You’re still very welcome! Come for a chat, some company, and a cuppa – a perfect way to start your week. A Creative Community Shaped by You Our Crafty Project Club is more than a craft session – it’s a growing creative community. As the group develops, you’ll have the chance to: Help shape future sessions and activities Take part in skill-building workshops Share your own ideas or even lead a simple craft session Be part of something supportive, social, and uplifting Your creativity and enthusiasm help make this club something truly special. Start Your Week Feeling Uplifted Join us for a relaxed, cheerful morning of crafting and connection and why not take a stroll along the nearby canal afterwards for some fresh air and wellbeing? Book your Our...

Tue 21 Jul11:00Our Crafty Place CIC(1mi)

via Our Crafty Place CIC

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Walled Garden Volunteering

Volunteering Sessions in the Walled Garden - Every Tuesday and Thursday. Meet at 10.00. Use Mr Mans entrance, then turn left and proceed along the roadway to the back of the council office buildings. Activities may be cancelled at short notice due to park conditions.

Tue 21 Jul11:00Wollaton Park Walled Garden(4.3mi)

via Wollaton Park Walled GardenCurated

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Kaleidoscope

Spotted Kaleidoscope on The Haven Church's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Tue 21 Jul13:30The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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Tuesday Group

Meeting in the Church Hall, a varied programme of invited speakers and outside visits

Tue 21 Jul14:30St Giles Church(3mi)

via St Giles ChurchLocal gem

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Ladies` Tuesday Group

Welcome to the Ladies’ Tuesday Group Join us every Tuesday afternoon at Wilmot Street for a delightful gathering that weaves diverse voices and shared experiences. Our Ladies Tuesday Group celebrates the richness of life through engaging talks, creative activities, and heartfelt connections.

Tue 21 Jul15:00Ilkeston Methodist Church(0.1mi)

via Ilkeston Methodist Church

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BASEMENT BUDDIES Men’s Group in Ilkeston

BASEMENT BUDDIES – A New Men’s Group in Ilkeston Looking for a place to relax, have fun, and meet new people? Join BASEMENT BUDDIES, a welcoming weekly group for men to come together for games, laughter, and friendship. Activities include snooker, darts, table tennis, and more. A chance to connect, share stories, and build community. Venue: Ilkeston Methodist Church (Bath Street) Starts: Tuesday, 6th January 2026 Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm, every Tuesday Cost: Free – all are welcome! For more information, contact Alison Wood (CAMEO Worker): See Poster

Tue 21 Jul15:00Ilkeston Methodist Church(0.1mi)

via Ilkeston Methodist Church

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Nordic Walking

14:00 – 15:00 Tuesday 21 July Nordic walking for fun and fitness. See https://www.strideintohealth.uk/sessions for details. Booking Essential.

Tue 21 Jul15:00Wollaton Park Walled Garden(4.3mi)

via Wollaton Park Walled GardenCurated

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Charity Shop open

Right then — Charity Shop open at The Haven Church. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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Office Open

Something's afoot at The Haven Church and it goes by the name of Office Open. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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SuperTots

SuperTots at The Haven Church. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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[X] Charity Shop open

The Haven Church has got [X] Charity Shop open pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Haven Church(3.2mi)

via The Haven Church

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Venues with events near Ilkeston

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Ilkeston Methodist Church0.1 miles away Our Crafty Place CIC1.0 mile away St Giles Church3.0 miles away

More about Ilkeston

Derbyshire, England

Ilkeston sits snugly in Derbyshire with a Spanish Bar that knows exactly how to lift a quiet Tuesday evening into something lively. It is the sort of place where the locals gather for a pint and a chat without needing to travel miles north or south. We have found a spot that makes you feel right at home, whether you are there for a few drinks or just want to see what the neighbours are up to. There is always good company waiting around the corner if you take the time to walk down the street.

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