Heritage Open Days 2026: Discovering the Stories Hidden in Everyday Life This September, Beeston Civic Society is delighted to be taking part in Heritage Open Days 2026, England's largest festival of history and culture. This year's national theme, Everyday Histories, invites us to look beyond grand events and famous landmarks to explore the stories, traditions, … Continue reading Heritage Open Days 2026
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Society Objection to Application to Demolish Heritage Factory.
26/00343/FUL Demolition of existing general industrial buildings (B2) and redevelopment of the site for the erection of 40 apartments, including parking, landscaping and associated worksWorks Burgass Carrier Bags Nether Street Beeston Nottinghamshire NG9 2AT Objection Dear Planning, While not objecting to the development of this site in principle, the Society wishes to lodge its OBJECTION to … Continue reading Society Objection to Application to Demolish Heritage Factory.
New season of Civic Talks for 2026/27
Our programme of talks for 2026/27 is now confirmed! Think of those ‘celebrities on stage answering questions from a 'planted' member of an invited audience’ type events. Beeston Civic’s ‘Audience’ is a bit more spontaneous – informal; informative, and definitely no plants (unless you count a Yukka). Focused on subjects that are of interest and informative - along with items reflecting community concern, … Continue reading New season of Civic Talks for 2026/27
Join the free screening of the National Emergency Briefing on the Climate and Nature Crisis
Join the free screening of the National Emergency Briefing on the Climate and Nature Crisis! Broxtowe Council will be showing the People’s Emergency Briefing on the Climate and Nature Crisis on Tuesday 28 July, full details below:
Town and County Planning FREE webinar – The Climate Resilient New Town: A Vision
The Civic Society will be tuning in, and do wanted to share with our friends and members - join us! 23rd July : 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Free webinar Join the Town and County Planning Association (TCPA) as they launch their vision for a Climate Resilient New Town. Following on from their 21st Century New Towns vision published last year, they’ve … Continue reading Town and County Planning FREE webinar – The Climate Resilient New Town: A Vision