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Likely freeCommunity

Places of Welcome - Nottingham Cathedral

Join us for this community project, which now runs every week on a Wednesday morning.

Wed 22 JulSt Augustine of England Catholic Church(4.1mi)

via St Augustine of England Catholic ChurchLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Creative Audio Description Workshop

Join Benjamin Wilson for this workshop as he shares ways to open up new audiences at all budget levels and...

Wed 22 JulNottingham Playhouse Trust Limited(4.8mi)

via Nottingham Playhouse Trust LimitedLocal gem

Live Music

Electric Gumbo [Jazz/Funk]

A supergroup who blend the freshest jazz, funk, and electronic sounds into a soulful stew of infectious grooves, captivating melodies, and irresistible rhythms. Catch them live as they cook up a musical confection that will have you savouring every beat.

Wed 22 JulPeggy's Skylight(4.8mi)

via Peggy's Skylight

Theatre

The Spirit of Bulwell Theatre Group at Nonsuch Studios

GET CREATIVE & HAVE FUN!

Wed 22 Jul02:00Nonsuch Studios(4.5mi)

via Nonsuch StudiosLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Shuruq → 5:06 AM

Time of Shuruq Masjid Abu Hanifah

Wed 22 Jul05:06Masjid Abu Hanifah(4.6mi)

via Masjid Abu HanifahCurated

Community

Formal Garden Volunteering

10:00 Wednesday 22 July Volunteer Formal Garden Maintenance. The formal gardens are maintained by a team of volunteers, supporting the park staff. Activities include pruning, planting, weeding, edging and general tidying. Tasks vary, as directed by Park Staff. No need to book (unless a group of 4 or more). Meet by the Camelia house at 10.00. Car parking passes can be arranged by the task leader. We also normally meet in one of the cafes afterwards for a free drink and chat. Activities may be cancelled at short notice due to park conditions. More: Formal Garden Volunteering

Wed 22 Jul11:00Wollaton Park Walled Garden(5mi)

via Wollaton Park Walled GardenCurated

Community

Helens Lino Printing

Wednesdays 6:30pm – 8.30pm

Wed 22 Jul19:30The Place Sherwood(3mi)

via The Place SherwoodLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Witchcraft & Paganism Book Club Book discusses Magic for the Resistance by Michael M. Hughes

Wednesday, 22nd July, 2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Five Leaves Bookshop* 14a Long Row Nottingham

Wed 22 Jul20:00Five Leaves Bookshop(4.8mi)

via Five Leaves Bookshop

Community

Rock Fit With Jack

Wednesdays 8.15 - 9.15pm

Wed 22 Jul21:15The Place Sherwood(3mi)

via The Place SherwoodLocal gem

Live Music

Hugh Pascall Quartet [Jazz]

Hugh's acclaimed quartet return to Peggy’s. “An outstanding soloist” with “the most beautiful, elegant and melodic delivery”, Pascall’s playing is one of “remarkable fluency and assurance” - London Jazz News & The Jazzmann

Thu 23 JulPeggy's Skylight(4.8mi)

via Peggy's Skylight

Likely freeCommunity

Shuruq → 5:08 AM

Time of Shuruq Masjid Abu Hanifah

Thu 23 Jul05:08Masjid Abu Hanifah(4.6mi)

via Masjid Abu HanifahCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Live & Learn Small Group

This small group meet every Thursday to share life together as Christians and hopefully learn a few things along the way. With regular Christian courses, prayer, bible study & sung worship we welcome anyone no matter how far along you are on your faith journey.

Thu 23 Jul09:45St Timothy Church, Daybrook(1.9mi)

via St Timothy Church, DaybrookLocal gem

Community

Concertina Sketchbook With Faye Helen

Thursday mornings 10am - 1pm Thursday evenings 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Place Sherwood(3mi)

via The Place SherwoodLocal gem

Community

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.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Wollaton Park Walled Garden(5mi)

via Wollaton Park Walled GardenCurated

Community

Around £5

Walled Garden Tours

Tours of the Walled Garden allow you to see the 4-acre site with 12-foot high walls and Head Gardeners Cottage built between 1783 and 1788. We ask for a donation of £5 in cash on entry for the tours which goes towards the improvement of the Walled Garden. Please note, not all areas of the Garden are currently wheelchair accessible - contact us for details. Booking advised... Date: Each Thursday at 10:30 am

Thu 23 Jul11:30Wollaton Park Walled Garden(5mi)

via Wollaton Park Walled GardenCurated

Sports & Fitness

Cheryls Body Physical Yoga

Thursdays 10:45am – 11:50am (65 min classes, weekly)

Thu 23 Jul11:45The Place Sherwood(3mi)

via The Place SherwoodLocal gem

Community

Bingo

Come and join us for fun and friendship. Everyone welcome.

Thu 23 Jul14:00St Mary the Virgin(3.9mi)

via St Mary the VirginLocal gem

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The Place Sherwood3.0 miles away St Timothy Church, Daybrook1.9 miles away

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Nottinghamshire, England

Bestwood Colliery is in Nottinghamshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Bestwood Colliery events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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