Ron Salvin was born in Ousebridge Cottages which once occupied the land opposite the Royal Oak Pub (now known as the Inn for A Penny). He moved around the area throughout his life, eventually settling at St. Chad’s on Conway Road, and never wandered far [ … ]
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Remembering Richard Beckinsale
What connections did Richard Beckinsale have to Gedling and Carlton? It is often mentioned that the much loved comedy actor from the 1970s either grew up in the area, or at least lived here. Beckinsale’s Wikipedia entry also records his place of birth as Carlton. [ … ]