Roads – v – Footpaths
Thanks to a Mapperley resident for sending us this short video that explains the new section of pavement at Mellish RFC. One footpath leads through to Killisick Lane and the Hobbucks Nature Reserve in Arnold. The second footpath runs parallel to Mapperley Plains before crossing the road and continuing through Woodborough Park Farm and into Woodborough itself.
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Whilst some responses were from people who felt that the money would have been better spent on the roads, most were supportive.
It takes you back to Hobbucks in Arnold, top of Surgey’s Lane, it’s a lovely walk, it’s a good thing to have a proper path to come out on as the grass verge was dangerous with the oncoming traffic – Sharon Lyons
Great when you sign a petition and it comes to fruition!
Will make one of my circular routes much safer! – Rosy Bennett
We used to walk up through the fields but it was dangerous walking along the grass edge. It will be a lot easier with the path now – Lisa Brown
I’ve run this route this week and it feel so much safer now the pavement joins the public path. It’s beautiful up there, but very muddy! – Jennie McGovern
Trent Basin and the New Bridge
Has anyone else noticed that the new bridge at Trent Basin is visible from Porchester Road?
Nottingham’s first bridge for a generation is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge across the River Trent that will open up new links between the expanding Waterside regeneration area, Colwick Park on the north bank, and the Lady Bay/West Bridgford area to the south.
St Anns and Mapperley in 1976
The view from Victoria Centre flats in 1976, overlooking the modern St Anns estate. The road is Abbotsford Drive leading to the Hungerhill allotments. Elliott Durham School and Mapperley Hospital are in the distance.
My grandmother lived there in a lovely Victorian three-story terraced house. Wonderful houses that would have benefited from a makeover. However, the council decided to pull them down claiming they were slums and what did they build? You’ve guessed it …. – Andrew Toms
Sycamore School on the right. My old primary school. I used to walk along Abbotsford Drive almost every day during the late 70s and early 80s. Great memories 🙂- Sarah Hooton
I guess back in the day everything looked so modern and nice not realising in 50 years time with age and useless councils / governments what parts of the city might look like. – Richard J Poole
Lived at the top for years absolutely loved it – Craig Swain
Little John Walk, Furze gardens, Ellis Court, I don’t know what is left of the factory but there are a lot more houses, flats and bungalows now. xx – Wendy Trimble
Farewell to The Friar Tuck
Just like the Belle Vue, The Dame Agnes Mellors, The Cavendish, The Phoenix and The Tally Ho, here’s the last view of The Friar Tuck before this large public house is consigned to history.
Used to go here Friday nights in the 80s. White Hart first but it closed at 10.30 so down to the Friar Tuck which opened til 11. Happy memories. – Karen Bates
I worked there back in 1993. The boss was a guy called Bram. We were pissed more often than we weren’t. – Rich Hayes
The Tally Ho, on Oakdale Road, Bakersfield, was my local back in the 80’s. Many a good time was had in there. A lot of good people. – Chris Newton
I remember George and Edna running the place in the seventies, had my own tankard in the lounge bar, happy days 😊 – Gary Brown
Farewell to My Sight Charity Shop
We’re late to this, but thought that with the closure of Mapperley’s My Sight Notts Charity shop, we ought to thank Sue and the staff for their dedication over many years.
The closure notice reads:
It is with great regret that we announce the closure of our charity shop at 912 Woodborough Road, Mapperley. The last trading day will be Saturday 21st February 2026. Despite the continued generosity of our supporters, rising operating costs combined with a sustained fall in retail sales have made it no longer financially viable for us to continue running the shop. This decision has not been taken lightly. We have explored all reasonable options to keep the shop open, but the current economic climate has left us with no sustainable alternative.
We will also sadly be saying goodbye to our amazing shop manager Sue Ridout who has been with us since 2008 and we would like to recognise and celebrate her extraordinary contribution to My Sight Notts. Over the years, Sue has been far more than a manager, she has been the heart of the shop, welcoming customers with warmth, supporting volunteers with patience and encouragement, and ensuring that every donation was treated with care and purpose.
Sue’s welcome in the shop was an absolute Joy . I am personally gutted that the shop has closed as I have a close family member who was registered blind at the age of 7 with a rare genetic disease. I gave regularly only to be welcomed with a hug and a smile. – Maria Harrison
A big thank you to Sue and the team. They did a sterling job. I’ll miss seeing Sue’s smiley face and having chats with her. She’s such a lovely lady.xx – Maureen Stanfield
I took the same photo when I was up on Mapperley Top yesterday with my Cockerpoo Nellie. We had just come out of my favourite coffee shop Delicious, and walked along the High Street. Sue was a delightful person. – Des Conway
My go-to on the occasion we had anything to donate because of how well Sue and the team treated customers and donors alike. Genuine friendliness and appreciation, no fuss. Brilliant. – Russ Dodds