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Another month is over, the days of 40C heat are a distant memory (thank goodness) and Autumn is approaching. Today's edition of The Nottinghamian focuses on St Ann's Allotments, where there is anger after two tenants were evicted. There is concern about how the site, which has been called a 'little heaven', is being run and what the future holds.
We will also discuss a victory for campaigners against a bus route closure and what that means. Plus after the news of business closures in yesterday's newsletter, we have two new ventures opening as well as the best street style of the day.
Allotment anger
Tenants at St Ann's Allotments have expressed their concerns over the future of the site after two allotment owners were given eviction notices over allegations they deny. It comes after people leasing plots at the allotments raised concerns over how the site, located off Hungerhill Road and Ransom Road, is being run.
Gisella Sobarasua, 60, rents a plot at the site and was given an eviction notice. She has since been locked out of her plot for allegedly breaking tenant rules, which she denies. Fabian Francis, 40, from Thorneywood has had his plot for nine years and has also been given an eviction notice.
Another tenant is frustrated at the way the site is being run and feels the management team is not good at communicating. He said: “If I got evicted off there I would not know what to do with myself. It is my little heaven. What they don’t realise is that it is not just about growing things up here, it's people’s little getaway."
A couple added: “It seems that if you moan and groan about these changes, you will be the next one to get an eviction order.” The Renewal Trust, who run the site, said: “Communication is something we are focussed on improving. We won’t always get it right and welcome the opportunity to learn from feedback. It would not be appropriate to discuss details of individual tenancies for any of our 500+ tenants.” Read more on the issues here.
'Victory'
A bus service, which was saved after thousands protested against its closure, has been given an updated timetable. On Monday, September 5, Stagecoach will officially take over the 141 Nottingham to Sutton-in-Ashfield bus service from Trentbarton.
It comes after a campaign to save the 141 bus was supported by 3,643 residents. Trentbarton had scrapped the service, explaining it had struggled since the pandemic.
The full timetable has now been published and is identical to the previous one, as requested by councillors. It will be serving Nottingham City Hospital and King's Mill Hospital. Councillor Jason Zadrozny, leader of Ashfield District Council, who launched the petition and suggested Stagecoach took over the service, labelled the update a "victory for people power”.
Weather and trivia
Weather: Some brighter spells possible at first on Friday. Cloud then thickens through the day. Most parts staying dry, but isolated heavy showers are possible. Warm. Maximum temperature 26 °C.
Pollen: Medium
Further reading: Nottingham barbers break-in 'could have been a lot worse'
Trivia question: You may not have noticed it but there's a mysterious metal line that runs down the middle of Old Market Square, what was its purpose?
The answer to today’s trivia question is at the bottom of the newsletter.
Street style
Elissa Blaire, 22, from Long Eaton was in town today showing Stefan Stoica, 24, from Spain, the sights of Nottingham including a visit to the Haunted Museum. The pair looked very original in their outfits, which they both describe as "alternative". Elissa said her inspiration comes from whatever she likes the look of and Stefan added: "Music has something to do with it as well." They both said their music taste is metal and "rough around the edges". Stefan said: "It sums up our style." When asked the one piece of style advice they would give, Elissa said: "Wear whatever you like and own it."
Outfit breakdown:
Elissa
- T-shirt - F&F
- Hoodie - Band merch from Impericon
- Fishnets - F&F
- Shorts - F&F
- Boots - New Look
- Bag - Superdry
Stefan
- Hoodie - Impericon
- Trousers - Zalando
- Trainers - Nike
Vintage addition
A vintage clothing store is set to take over the former Diesel shop in Bridlesmith Gate. Relic x Hooked is due to open in mid-September and they already have a store in Victoria Centre. They specialise in vintage clothing and trainers and are already looking for new staff members.
It is the latest addition to Nottingham's growing vintage clothing scene with 101 VTG already on the street. Bridlesmith Gate is undergoing a transformation in the hopes that it can reclaim its former fashion glory following closures from multiple designer stores. New businesses have taken over empty shops on the street including Mint Duck, Stick and Ribbon and the coffee shop, Barista Lab.
Nottingham-property developers ALB Group has purchased eleven different properties in Bridlesmith Gate, Lister Gate and Byard Lane with a view to making the streets 'cool again' by offering them at more reasonable rates.
Brave move
It's unprecedented times with rocketing energy bills, inflation, supply chain issues and staffing shortages creating a nightmare for the hospitality industry and barely a day goes by without a pub, restaurant or café closing down or being put up for sale. Yet bucking the trend are the owners of The William Gunn in West Bridgford.
Tom Holodynsky and Owen Roach say "passion and drive for the industry" are what is encouraging them into this new venture. Tom said: "We're always trying to look at the positives and rather than batten the hatches due to short-term problems, you have to focus on future opportunities and while we expect it to be tough, hopefully sunnier days are ahead."
The bar on Radcliffe Road was previously Indian restaurant Delhi Nights but now, the polished wood bar and blend of wall tiles, leather and fabrics give off the feel of a traditional London pub. Photos, books, signed cricket bats and other cricket and football memorabilia make up the décor. The pub will also serve a classic menu including sandwiches, pies and fish and chips. Find out more here.
That’s all for today
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The answer to today’s trivia question, there's a mysterious metal line that runs down the middle of Old Market Square, what was its purpose is it marks the wall that used to divide the animal market from the grain and commercial market way back in the day.
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