In the News
Dene Wood, Head Gardener at Clumber Park.
The shortest day has passed, and spring is inbound. While this is soul-nourishing news, do try to savour the winter months. The long shadows and the breath-taking sunrises and sunsets that bookend our day are obvious highlights. Snowdrops, Iris and Daffodil provide most of the flower now, but it won’t be long before the Blackthorn lights up our hedgerows with its blossom.
With longer nights receding and the vernal equinox imminent, we can dream of almost double the daylight hours of December. This warming light promotes the soil temperatures that allow our early garden plants to grow. Arou...
Chris Campbell
Bringing Design To Life
We discover that Chris’s purpose-built working studio is not only fascinating (and thoughtfully furnished with a burning log burner!), but it provides a true ‘working experience’ for anyone wishing to see how Chris works first hand, with distinct areas for woodworking, metalworking, metal casting, printmaking, laser and CNC routing. His portfolio albums are full of intricate prototype drawings and photos of his installations that could keep us interested, for hours. But we wanted to find out more about the man behind the creations and how he has taken his interest for fine art and combined ...
Newark Market Place. Beaumond House.
Newark Market Place to be transformed into Easter ‘egg-stravaganza’
Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
Knitting up a storm for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
As part of the 30th Anniversary celebrations due to start later in the year, Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) are calling all nifty knitters to join together to create the largest yarn bomb ever seen!
Great Central Railway
Great Central Railway to be Unified for the First Time in Fifty Years at 125th Anniversary Weekend (16-17 March)
Leicestershire’s heritage railway, Great Central Railway, will be ‘reunified’ with Great Central Railway Nottingham for the first time in over 50 years as part of a major weekend of events in March to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of this award-winning, heritage railway line.
Southwell Minster 140th Year Celebrations
140 Exhibition: The Story Of Us
Southwell Minster continues celebrations to mark the 140th year of becoming a cathedral.
Great Central Railway
Great Central Railway to be Unified for the First Time in Fifty Years at 125th Anniversary Weekend (16-17 March)
Leicestershire’s heritage railway, Great Central Railway, will be ‘reunified’ with Great Central Railway Nottingham for the first time in over 50 years as part of a major weekend of events in March to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of this award-winning, heritage railway line.
Southwell Minster 140th Year Celebrations
140 Exhibition: The Story Of Us
Southwell Minster continues celebrations to mark the 140th year of becoming a cathedral.
Teresa Bovey Recipes
Smaller Bites
If you are short of time, here are simple, quick and easy recipe ideas for one or two people for you to try, by food demonstrator & home economist, Teresa Bovey.
In The News
Retford Big Market Day - 16th March
A brilliant Retford Big Market Day was held on Saturday 16th March 2024.
‘Raising The Dough’ brewed for local charity; In Sam’s Name
Welbeck Abbey Brewery is launching ‘Raising the Dough’ 3.9% session ale to promote and raise funds for local men’s mental health charity In Sam’s Name.
Knitting up a storm for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
As part of the 30th Anniversary celebrations due to start later in the year, Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) are calling all nifty knitters to join together to create the largest yarn bomb ever seen!
Aqua Sana Spa crowned Employer of the Year 2024
Aqua Sana Spa, located in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ at the Professional Beauty Awards 2024.
Welbeck Abbey Brewery
‘Raising The Dough’ brewed for local charity; In Sam’s Name
Welbeck Abbey Brewery is launching ‘Raising the Dough’ 3.9% session ale to promote and raise funds for local men’s mental health charity In Sam’s Name.
Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
Knitting up a storm for Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance
As part of the 30th Anniversary celebrations due to start later in the year, Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) are calling all nifty knitters to join together to create the largest yarn bomb ever seen!
Aqua Sana Center Parcs Sherwood
Aqua Sana Spa crowned Employer of the Year 2024
Aqua Sana Spa, located in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ at the Professional Beauty Awards 2024.
Spring Sowing
The shortest day has passed, and spring is inbound. While this is soul-nourishing news, do try to savour the winter months. The long shadows and the breath-taking sunrises and sunsets that bookend our day are obvious highlights. Snowdrops, Iris and Daffodil provide most of the flower now, but it won’t be long before the Blackthorn lights up our hedgerows with its blossom.
With longer nights receding and the vernal equinox imminent, we can dream of almost double the daylight hours of December. This warming light promotes the soil temperatures that allow our early garden plants to grow. Arou...
Jon Rogers
Sofas & Stuff
Threads Of India
Sofas & Stuff unveil their exclusive collection, Threads of India, created in collaboration with the V&A.
Ripples Nottingham
Bathroom Planning Perfection
Designing a luxury bathroom involves careful consideration of both aesthetics and functionality. Here, Dennis Deocareza, architect and interior designer from the new Ripples Nottingham showroom advises on the key elements and considerations for creating a luxurious bathroom.
Dene Wood, Head Gardener at Clumber Park.
New Year Gardening
Dene's gardening tips for January & February.
Ripples Nottingham
The Ripples Effect
Ripples, one of the most respected names in bathroom industry has been inspiring passion for luxury bathrooms for the last 35 years.
Now with a stunning new showroom in the heart of Nottingham, Made meets the owner, Mark Karimi, to explain the benefits of investing in a luxury bathroom, and how...
Sally Outram
Castle & Canal
A wonderful circular route exploring Thorpe Salvin, by travel writer and photojournalist Sally Outram.
healthy change
Changing Habits For Health
In our last issue we looked at taking a fresh approach to your perfume and how a little change can mean a lot. In this issue Clare Wildman, member of The Wellness Network looks at making new habits as part of a healther lifestyle and looking at how to approach making those changes and some key ti...
healthy change
Changing Habits For Health
In our last issue we looked at taking a fresh approach to your perfume and how a little change can mean a lot. In this issue Clare Wildman, member of The Wellness Network looks at making new habits as part of a healther lifestyle and looking at how to approach making those changes and some key tips to focus on.
lets get thriving
Thrive in 2022
Thrive Health Management's founder Pete Edwards is a strength coach and personal trainer.
words of wisdom
Wellness Experts Combine To Show You How To Have A Heart Led Business
Members of the Wellness Network offer gems from their individual expertise.
you are the change
Too Busy To Burnout
Sometimes the best thing you can do to revive your business, and you yourself, is to share the load.
The question is how to find time to fit it in?
(In A Nutshell)
The Power of Loyalty
Marketing Insights by Jon Rogers, Managing Director of Createinn Ltd.
Health & Fitness
What Has 2024 Got In Store?
Do you struggle to bounce back from setbacks and find it challenging to cope with stress or change? Does it lead you to think less clearly and make poor decisions or perhaps no decisions, even avoiding things altogether?
If this is you and you want to change things up for the better, then you’re by no means alone and I have something on the way that will help!
If you have seen my early editorials in Made or on social media/LinkedIn, you will know that I’ve personally been through some truly life changing events. How do I and others like me successfully get through these challenges relativ...
Made
As we find ourselves at the most wonderful time of the year again, we can choose how we get through it. Easier said then done? If you need to hear some hints, tips and more importantly give yourself permission to be selfish, then read on.
Getting Through The Festive Season
Staying as well as possible, emotionally, physically and mentally is key to facing the challenges of the festive season. Members of the Wellness Business Network, all experts in their own chosen fields of wellbeing, have come together to offer you their tips for getting the most from the festive ...
Katie Hogg
lay the debate to rest.
The Truth About Carbs
For decades now nutritionists and other vested parties have argued about carbs. One camp says they’re guilty of being uniquely fattening and metabolically damaging.
Katie Hogg
The R.E.S.T Practice
Katie Hogg
John Flynn Opticians
Katie Hogg
World First Aid Day
Katie Hogg
Focus On Fitness, Not Fatness
Katie Hogg
John Flynn Opticians
Katie Hogg
Opinion
Girl About Town...Retford
Location Location
Retford is located eight miles east of the town of Worksop, 16 miles south-east of Doncaster, 31 miles from Nottingham, 23 miles west of Lincoln and 129 miles north of London. It nestles peacefully in the valley of the River Idle and the heritage-rich Chesterfield Canal passes through it’s centre.
Gemma-Louise King
In this edition it’s Worksop’s time to shine…
Girl About Town... Worksop
Our Girl About Town reporter, Gemma-Louise King, brings you neighbourhood know-how and a round up of places, people and things to look out for, with of course the 'Made' sparkle.
Gemma-Louise King
Exploring Bawtry
Girl About Bawtry...
Our Girl About Town reporter, Gemma-Louise King, brings you neighbourhood know-how and a round up of places, people and things to look out for, with of course the 'Made' sparkle.
In this edition she visits the rather lovely Bawtry…
Gemma-Louise King
Girl About Nottingham...
Gemma-Louise King
Girl About Town
Gemma-Louise King
Little Posy Wedding Photography
Little Posy Wedding Photography
Every wedding tells a story. The perfect way to keep these stories alive is through photographs that you can cherish forever.
Claire, from Little Posy Photography, is on hand to capture the real smiles, the real emotions and the laughter that tell the story of your day.
Weddings - Norwood Park
A Venue For All Seasons
Norwood Park is an exclusive private country estate nestled in the countryside in Southwell. The perfect venue to host year-round weddings, events and celebrations.
Norwood Park Weddings
Norwood Park Awaits…
Norwood Park is an exclusive private country estate in Southwell that has been lovingly restored to its original grandeur and plays host to year-round weddings, events and celebrations. Made caught up with some of the venue’s wedding and event's team members to find out more about its exquisite wedding offerings.
wedding fair fun
Wedding Fairs...
Join these multiple venues on a wedding extravaganza this October, November & December for some wedding inspo!
Video
Exploring The Wild Side...
He is the outdoor adventure video creator that’s been inspiring people of all ages and fitness levels to put on their hiking boots, pitch a tent, climb mountains, and even pack a steak! Made catches up with the man who grew up in Notts and is followed by thousands of budding and pro outdoor enthu...
Chris Campbell is an artist and sculptor who specialises in creating innovative and challenging artworks and installations for both private and public spaces. Based at his Mattersey studio, Chris’ fine art approach to design, development, fabrication and installation has seen him collate an excit...
Jon Rogers
Cath Ray Gallery & Studios
‘Themes & Variations’ Paintings By Neil McGregor.
Cath Ray Gallery & Studios, 58b Bridgegate, Retford, DN22 7UZ.
9 Mar - 27 Apr
Norton Disney Dodecahedron
The Norton Disney Dodecahedron On Display At The National Civil War Centre
A mystery Roman object that continues to puzzle archaeologists is now available to view at the National Civil War Centre: Newark Museum.
Teresa Bovey Recipes
Smaller Bites
If you are short of time, here are simple, quick and easy recipe ideas for one or two people for you to try, by food demonstrator & home economist, Teresa Bovey.
Teresa Bovey Recipes
Nice & Spicy
Lovely spicy dishes by food demonstrator & home economist, Teresa Bovey.
Winter Warmers
Stay festive with Christmassy colours and gorgeous fabrics available from Joe Browns. www.joebrowns.co.uk
Revolver Menswear
For the full range of styles available visit: www.revolvermenswear.co.uk or call instore at Bawtry.
Newark Market Place. Beaumond House.
Newark Market Place to be transformed into Easter ‘egg-stravaganza’
Beaumond House hosts second annual Easter Fun Day and Chicken Run.
Nottingham Young Creative Awards
AWARDS CLOSING DATE 15th MARCH! Nottingham Businesses Backing Young Creatives
The closing date for entries of this year’s Nottingham Young Creative Awards is fast approaching on 15 March 2024 and business leaders in the city are encouraging young people to get involved.
Great Central Railway
Great Central Railway to be Unified for the First Time in Fifty Years at 125th Anniversary Weekend (16-17 March)
Leicestershire’s heritage railway, Great Central Railway, will be ‘reunified’ with Great Central Railway Nottingham for the first time in over 50 years as part of a major weekend of events in March to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of this award-winning, heritage railway line.
Southwell Minster 140th Year Celebrations
140 Exhibition: The Story Of Us
Southwell Minster continues celebrations to mark the 140th year of becoming a cathedral.