30th July
1000 YEARS OF MISTERTON HISTORY
What was Misterton like in 1945? In 1545? In 945? Discover the answers to these questions, and much more in between, at Misterton Millennium II, an exhibition showcasing 1000 years of history in Misterton and West Stockwith. The exhibition will be at Misterton Methodist Church on August Bank Holiday Monday, 25 August, between 10.00am and 6.00pm. Doors will open at 9.50am and the exhibition will be officially opened by District Cllr Hazel Brand at 10.00am.
The exhibition will be an expanded version of the original Misterton Millennium exhibition mounted in 2001. Since then, more research has been done and more fascinating history uncovered, including links to Robin Hood, the Mayflower Pilgrims, and the hymn ‘Jerusalem’, plus visits of at least three kings. There is so much to discover about Misterton and West Stockwith: an exhibition covering 1000 years can only show snapshots of the area’s history, but what snapshots they are!
CHANCE TO LEARN HERITAGE BUILDING SKILLS
Three of Bassetlaw’s historic buildings are getting a DIY SOS-style makeover thanks to a joint project between Bassetlaw District Council and Pinnacle Conservation.
The conservation specialist teaches practical skills, including stone masonry, joinery, lead work, and lime plaster/pointing on live conservation projects, while also helping to preserve assets for use by future generations. The course is open to anyone aged 16 and over and courses start in September. To find out more, visit www.pinnacleconservation.co.uk/heritage-skills/ or contact Stephanie O'Bee at s.obee@pinnacleconservation.co.uk.
This year, the free foundation classes in heritage construction craft skills are at Retford Road Cemetery Chapel in Worksop, Bassetlaw Museum, and the Walks of Life Museum in Tuxford.
BASSETLAW ACTION CENTRE: UPDATE
Bassetlaw Action Centre is looking for new volunteers
Bassetlaw Action Centre is continuing to help people in in the district. They need volunteers to help with a number of services where they will be given full training and expenses paid. The roles are:
drivers – using their own car or one of BAC’s vehicles (a wheelchair accessible vehicle or a minibus) to take people to appointments, shopping or on social visits
befrienders – creating friendships and talking regularly to people either face to face or on the phone
GOGA/Men Walk Talk Volunteers – leading walks around Idle Valley Nature Reserve and giving people a chance to talk about their mental health in a supportive environment
supported Hospital Discharge Service Volunteer – helping people who have recently been discharged from hospital to settle back home by doing odd jobs such as light cleaning or shopping or offering a short-term befriending service
administration – general administrative duties within the Retford office
Commitments can be as little as one hour a week and are structured to fit around the volunteer’s life. If you think that you might be a good match for one of these roles, or would like to ask some questions, , please call 01777 709650, e-mail enquiries@actioncentre.org.uk or visit BAC’s website (bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk).
DIARY DATES
Mondays
Poppy group, The Misterton Centre & Library, 10.00-11.30am
Yoga and Pilates class, West Stockwith Village Hall, 10.45-11.45am. £7 per session. More information: Holly on 07799 834 504
2nd Tuesday each month
Coffee morning, Church Room, 10.30am. Freshly-baked goodies—and friendly faces! £2 plus raffle
Wednesdays
Service of Morning Prayer, 10.00am, Misterton Parish Church
Last Wednesdays
Coffee morning, Village Hall, West Stockwith, 10.00am. Proceeds go to the Village Hall
Thursdays
Coffee Morning, Misterton Methodist Hall, 10.00-11.00am
Mobile community shop, 10.30am – 12 noon, outside the Parish Church
2nd Thursday each month
Book Club, Misterton Library, 3.00-4.00pm. Share your interest in reading with other like-minded people
1st Saturday each month
Men’s Breakfast, Haxey Gate Inn, 10.00am. Chance for chaps to get together and talk about anything and everything!
2nd Saturday each month
Family craft session, Misterton Library, 10.00am-12 noon
Sunday 3 August
Holy Communion, Beckingham Church, 11.00am
Tuesday 5 August & Thursday 21 August.
Two events to support the Summer Reading Challenge, Misterton Library, 2.00pm. Details to follow
Tuesday 5 August
Talk on early Pilgrim family, Mary and Roger Williams, founders of Providence Island, Bridge Skills Hub, Worksop, 5.30pm
Tuesday 12 August
Free - panto in the park! The Snow Queen, King's Park, Retford, 2.00pm
Monday 25 August
Exhibition of 1000 years of Misterton and West Stockwith history, Methodist Haal, 10.00am-6.00pm
Saturday 13 September
Annual Ride & Stride around local churches. Details to follow
WEST STOCKWITH NEWS
Thursday 24 July 2025
Contact: 01427 891376
PARISH COUNCIL VACANCIES
With the resignation of Parish Cllr Corinne Cooper, there are vacancies for two parish councillors. The District Council has been notified and, if there are no requests for a by-election, the Parish Council will be free to co-opt. At the last meeting of the Parish Council, Corinne was thanked for her input and dedication while she was a member.
Are you passionate about local issues? Do you want to help shape the future of our village? The Parish Council is inviting residents to fill the vacancies. It’s a chance to represent your neighbours, support local initiatives, be a voice for positive change
No prior experience is needed — just enthusiasm and a commitment to the community. Interested? Reach out to the Clerk (clerk@west-stockwith-parish-council.org.uk) and get involved.
ANNUAL RIDE & STRIDE EVENT
Saturday 13 September sees the annual Ride & Stride event – cycling, walking, pushing a pram, on horseback – any means of visiting local churches and racking up some sponsorship. Half the sponsorship goes to the church of the participant’s choice, and half goes to Notts Historic Churches Trust (NHCT). More information is on the NHCT website (nottshistoricchurchestrust.org.uk). The NHCT has recently supported both West Stockwith and Misterton churches, so this is a chance to give something back.
So if you’re not doing anything better that day, all the participating churches will be on the NHCT website but you can knock off a few in quite a short distance: Misterton (Parish and Methodist churches), West Stockwith, Walkeringham, Gringley, Beckingham, and Clayworth. Entry forms and other information will be in West Stockwith Parish Church from the beginning of August. A photo competition is run alongside the event – and there are rewards for those raising the most sponsorship.
BASSETLAW ACTION CENTRE: UPDATE
Bassetlaw Action Centre is continuing to help people in in the district. They need volunteers to help with a number of services where they will be given full training and expenses paid. The roles are:
drivers – using their own car or one of BAC’s vehicles (a wheelchair accessible vehicle or a minibus) to take people to appointments, shopping or on social visits
befrienders – creating friendships and talking regularly to people either face to face or on the phone
GOGA/Men Walk Talk Volunteers – leading walks around Idle Valley Nature Reserve and giving people a chance to talk about their mental health in a supportive environment
supported Hospital Discharge Service Volunteer – helping people who have recently been discharged from hospital to settle back home by doing odd jobs, such as light cleaning or shopping or offering a short-term befriending service
administration – general administrative duties within the Retford office.
Commitments can be as little as one hour a week and are structured to fit around the volunteer’s life. If you think that you might be a good match for one of these roles, or would like to ask some questions, please call 01777 709650, e-mail enquiries@actioncentre.org.uk or visit BAC’s website (bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk).
DIARY DATES
Mondays
Yoga and Pilates class, Village Hall, 10.45-11.45am. £7 per session. More information: Holly on 07799 834 504
2nd Tuesday each month
Coffee morning, Church Room, Misterton, 10.30am. Freshly baked goodies—and friendly faces! £2 plus raffle
Wednesdays
Service of Morning Prayer, 10.00am, Misterton Parish Church
Last Wednesdays
Coffee morning, Village Hall, West Stockwith, 10.00am. Proceeds go to the Village Hall
Thursdays
Coffee Morning, Misterton Methodist Hall, 10.00-11.00am
Mobile community shop, 10.30am – 12 noon, outside Misterton Parish Church
2nd Thursday each month
Book Club, Misterton Library, 3.00-4.00pm
Last Thursdays
Bingo, Village Hall, 7.00pm
1st Saturday each month
Men’s Breakfast, Haxey Gate Inn, 10.00am. Chance for chaps to get together and talk about anything and everything!
2nd Saturday each month
Family craft session, Misterton Library, 10.00am-12 noon
Friday 25 July
Cllr Hazel Brand’s monthly surgery (none in August), Village Hall, 9.00-9.45am. Appointment necessary – ring (01427) 890646
Sunday 27 July
Holy Communion, West Stockwith Church, 11.00am
Tuesday 5 August & Thursday 21 August.
Two events to support the Summer Reading Challenge, Misterton Library, 2.00pm. Details to follow
Tuesday 5 August
Talk on early Pilgrim family, Mary and Roger Williams, founders of Providence Island, Bridge Skills Hub, Worksop, 5.30pm
Tuesday 12 August
Free - panto in the park! The Snow Queen, King's Park, Retford, 2.00pm
Monday 25 August
Exhibition of 1000 years of Misterton and West Stockwith history, Methodist Hall, Misterton, 10.00am-6.00pm
Saturday 13 September
Annual Ride & Stride around local churches. Details to follow