“We are incredibly lucky to have such a remarkable monarch who has given her life to serve us. Broxtowe will be joining people up and down the country in celebrating this momentous occasion and I am very much looking forward to attending some of the celebrations as the community comes together” said Mayor of Broxtowe, Councillor David Grindell.
Events
Just some of the events taking place over the Jubilee weekend include:
- The Hemlock Happening, Saturday 4th June from 1.00pm. The official programme will be available at hemlockhappening.org(Opens in a New Window)
- A pop-up Gin Palace at the D.H Lawrence Birthplace Museum in Eastwood on Thursday 2nd June. Booking essential.
- Kimberley Picnic in the Park, Friday 3rd June, 11.00am until 5.00pm at Stag Football Ground.
- Queen’s Jubilee Afternoon Tea at Awsworth Village Hall on Friday 3rd June, 2.00pm until 5.00pm. Book essential.
- Awsworth Picnic in the Park, Sunday 5th June from 2.00pm at The Lane Recreation Ground.
- Beacon Lighting at Chapel on the Hill, Kimberley on Thursday 2nd June from 8.30pm
- Nuthall Jubilee Event, Sunday 5th June from 1.00pm at The Temple Centre
South West Notts Scouts are hosting a Platinum Jubilee Picnic and Lighting of the Jubilee Beacon.
It will be on Thursday 2nd June from 7pm to 10pm at:
Hemlock Scout Campsite
Common Lane,
Bramcote,
NG9 3DT
It’s free to attend, and will include a Jubilee picnic, sing-a-long, and beacon lighting ceremony.
The Hemlock Happening is back with an extravaganza to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, taking place over the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend on Saturday 4 June from 1pm and the event will close with a finale firework display at 10pm. More information about the Hemlock Happening
| Event | When | Where | Cost | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberley Picnic In Park – Brought to you by Kimberley Town Council, KICC and KMW F.C Picnic In The Park, with live music, swing dancers, classic cars, children’s fun fair, hot and cold food, bar, ice cream van and stalls. | Friday 3rd June, 11am – 5pm | Stag Football Ground, NG16 2NB | Entrance fee £2, concessions and children under 16 £1, children under 5 are free | theclerk@kimberley-tc.gov.uk |
| Queens Jubilee Afternoon Tea – Afternoon tea fit for the Queen, for those 65 and over that reside in Awsworth, tea, cake, games and a good old sing song. | Friday 3rd June 2pm-5pm | Awsworth Village Hall | Free but must book tickets | Natalie on 07504556174 |
| Awsworth Picnic In The Park – Open to all Awsworth residents, bring your own picnic, blanket and chairs to enjoy celebrating with friends and family with a variety of activities, including a bouncy castle, tombola, children’s crafts, target bowls, children’s cricket and much more. | Sunday 5th June, 2pm | The Lane Recreation Ground | Free | Hayley 07913751484 |
| The Platinum Jubilee Beacon Lighting – Bagpipes from 9pm, beacon will be lit at 9.15pm and refreshments will be available. | Thursday 2nd June, 8.30pm | Chapel on the Hill | theclerk@kimberley-tc.gov.uk |
