BROADBAND UPDATE

A press release has been issued from Nottinghamshire County Council but I realise that not everyone may have the chance to read it, hence the reason I am putting out this message.

The County Council is bidding for a slice of the £530m funding from the Government to roll out a broadband service to areas which have limited to no broadband service in Nottinghamshire.

If the bid proves successful the money will be spent on preparatory works required to connect rural and poorly connected areas to a broadband service to encourage network operators and internet providers to invest in broadband service improvements.

Rushcliffe Borough Council   is one of the three Districts in Nottinghamshire proposed  for the first phase of works as it is one of the most rural and poorly connected areas.

This could be a once in a generation opportunity to improve electronic linkages in order to minimise the disadvantages currently experienced by individuals and businesses.

Your support in "spreading the word" and encouraging our communities and businesses to complete a questionnaire via the Nottinghamshire County Council website by July 8th, 2011 would be very much appreciated.

Owing to the fact that the timescale is short I would be grateful if each recipient of this message forwards it to their friends and act upon it yourself as well.

The County Council  do require as many completed questionnaires as possible. Officers will collate the answers and they will be included in their presentation for funding.

The website is http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/broadband.

Street Lighting Energy Saving Proposals

Details of the proposed changes to operating times of street lighting in Costock can be found at http://www3.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/streetlightingchanges/

A map showing the proposed changes for Costock can be found by looking at the diagram for Costock in the Ruddington electoral district.  In brief the lights shown as blue squares on the map will be switched off from midnight until 6:30 a.m. These lights seem to be all lights not on the A60.
Lights shown by green squares will be dimmed from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.  These are the lights on the A60 through the main section of the village.
Other lights through outlying parts of Costock along the A60 are indicated by black square and will be unchanged.

The consultation period closed on 16th December.  Any comments on the proposals from anyone affected should be addressed to Environment & Resources, Trent bridge House, Fox Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 68J  (phone 08449 808080)

Interactive speed signal

The promised interactive speed sign has now been installed in Costock.

Its operation is a little haphazard as it appears not to react to all traffic and occasionally only lights up after traffic has passed it.

It is situated some way beyond  the initial 30 mph sign on the approach from East leake and also beyond the School crossing sign.

Costock residents wishing to comment on its performance or position should do so directly to the County Council

The following pictures show its position and operation.

Welcome to our events calendar - your essential guide to what's on, what's coming up and all the latest news of Costock life. With lots going on around and about our village, this online notice board will keep you up to date.

Happy Birthday to the Costock WI which celebrates its 85th Anniversary this year (2011)

Planning an event? Send us the details

This is a community website for our village so to publicise an event you may be organising, we would be pleased to hear from you at: feedback@costockvillage.com or phone Councillor Everard Robinson on 01509 852268.

The recent coffee morning hoted by Helen Deaville in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support was
once again a fantastic success for such a small village raising £323.60

Many thanks to all who contributed to this event including the weatherman.

We've got Costock village life covered, as it happens. Our events archive will include your photographs from out & about at key events.

If you know of any events taking place please let us know

Also if you wish to create new memories simply email your photographs for inclusion to feedback@costockvillage.com. Don't forget - make sure your event is in there.

Whilst every effort will be made to include suggested content no guarantee of inclusion can be made by Costock Parish Council or vista360 limited who
reserve the right to include copy deemed inappropriate.

Move and Mingle
(Supported by the Cultural Services Department, Rushcliffe Borough Council)

Chair-based exercise is a fantastic way to keep fit and is a great way of socialising in a friendly and relaxed environment. 
With great music and at just £2.00 a class, come along and have a go;  even if you can’t do all the exercises you can still enjoy the music and get those feet tapping!
 
The Move and Mingle chair-based exercise classes are as followed:

• Harrison Court in Bingham every Monday - call for times
• Church Croft, West Bridgford every Tuesday from 10.00 -10.45
• Lutterell Court, West Bridgford every Thursday 2.00 - 2.45

For further information and to book you place please call Karen on 07882 460398.

Fitness classes and training available in Costock.

Classes available are Circuits, Combat to Music and a mix of C.V. and strength and toning. Classes available both morning and evening, please contact me for more details and availability.

Classes are small so places are limited. All ages and abilities are available or how about getting a group of friends together so that you can all train together.

Please visit my web site at www.bodyfit.me.uk or call Julia Kenning on 07740 857901 or email: bodyfit@uk2.net

NEW - Fitness classes in Rempstone and Wymeswold

Zumba Fitness!
The latin american inspired dance workout which is easy to follow, burn calories and is suitable for all fitness levels!
Available at Rempstone Village Hall on Wednesdays at 6:30pm and Wymeswold Memorial Hall on Thursdays at 6:15pm - both £3 per class
 
Body Combat!
The martial arts based, non contact fitness workout which will have you kicking, punching and striking your way to total body fitness! No experience necessary and it is suitable for all fitness levels!
Available at Rempstone Village Hall on Tuesdays at 6:30pm and Wednesdays at 7:30pm - £4 per class
 
Body Balance!
The beautiful blend of Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates which will help you find flexibility, core strength and inner calm. No experience necessary and suitable for all fitness levels!

Available at Rempstone Village Hall on Mondays at 6:00pm and Tuesdays at 7:30pm - £4 per class
 
Please book for Body Combat and Body Balance.
 
Contact Suzie Hemstock on 07791983563 or at suziehemstockpt@live.co.uk for more information and to book your place!

	Costock Baby Group Costock Pre-School Committees' Baby Group caters for 0-2 year olds (and their mums/dads/carers). The Group is held on a weekly basis (during term time) at Costock Village Hall on Fridays 10am-11.15am. £1 (to include a drink). Regular activities and speakers arranged.
	Costock Pre-School - Estd. 1975 Ofsted Rating: Good, July 2006 High quality care and education for Pre-School children aged 2-5 years. Qualified, experienced staff, led by an Early Years Professional, offer play-based early learning in a safe and stimulating environment, enabling children to achieve their full potential and providing a firm foundation for their development. Mon-Fri: 9.00am- 11.30am (Term times) Lunch Club: Weds & Thurs to 1pm Costock Village Hall, Main Street, Costock, Loughborough, LE12 6XD Tel: 01509 856387 http://www.costockpreschool.co.uk/
	Costock Womens Institute The Costock women's institute meet on the second tuesday in the month at the village hall in Costock at 7.30pm. We have a membership of around 22 ladies. The evening consists of either a demonstration or a speaker talking about a wide variety of subjects, followed by a sociable half hour. If you are new to the village it is one way of getting to know people. One month in the year we arrange an outing usually to include husbands or partners. Anyone who would like to join our organisation or to know more about what the W.I. is all about, should just come along to a meeting where you will be made very welcome. Our institute was founded in 1926 and we recently celebrated 80 years.

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