The Guide
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Record Fair – This Saturday
On Saturday 19th July from 9am to 3pm Ian Wood is holding his Record Fair at St Joseph’s Church Hall in Sutton in Ashfield. Whether you are passing by on your way into town or you are looking for that long lost missing record for your collection, why not call in and take a look around?There’s a great selection covering all the decades and all the different genres.St Josephs Church Hall is located at the junction of High Pavement and Forest Street, straight opposite Halfords in Sutton.For further details please contact Ian Wood on 01623 757730.
New Exhibition celebrating Dogs
A Dog’s Life, running until 21 September 2025 at the Harley Gallery, is a vibrant celebration of man’s best friend – featuring over 100 dog-themed artworks by international artists, including David Shrigley, Sophie Ryder and Instagram-sensation Rafael Mantesso. With interactive displays, family art activities and striking sculptures (including a life-sized crocheted hound made by a local artist), it’s the perfect summer day out – and it’s free to attend. The Harley Gallery is located on the historic Welbeck Estate, nestled in the heart of Sherwood Forest, easily accessible from the M1 and A1.
Second Hand Ladies Clothing Sale
PoFfles are having a second hand ladies clothes sale to raise money for Nottinghamshire's Women Aid. It's taking place on Tuesday the 15th July, 6.30pm - 8.30pm at PoFfles, 94A High Street, Mansfield Woodhouse. Amy is also looking for donations which can be dropped off at PoFfles. Everyone is welcome to the sale, but it will be cash only and all proceeds are going to Women's Aid
Dementia Singing Sessions
SongTime are excited to share that The National Lottery Fund has awarded them funding to run dementia friendly singing sessions at St Peters Centre in Mansfield every Monday from 2pm to 3.45 for the next two years. The sessions are open to anyone, including residents of care homes that might enjoy singing and having fun whilst making new friends. No sessions during August. Suggested donation of £2 per session For further information please contact Angela on 07981885013
Armed Forces Mansfield Town Show
Date: 26-27 July
Time: 09:30 - 17:00
Location: Market Square, Market Place Mansfield, NG18 1HU
Get ready, Mansfield! The Armed Forces are landing in the heart of the town for an unmissable weekend of adventure, excitement, and hands-on activities for all ages. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or just looking for a fun family day out, the event has something for you!
Get ready for...
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Aircraft Experience – Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a pilot? Step inside, take a photo, and see what it takes!
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Test Your Skills – Get involved in RAF-inspired physical challenges and see how your speed, agility, and coordination measure up.
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Survival Challenges – Dive into a fast-paced, hands-on challenges where your grit and quick thinking could make all the difference.
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STEM and Youth Engagement – Explore exciting career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and maths with RAF experts.
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Live Music and Performances – Enjoy fantastic performances from a RAF Band, as they fill the Town Show with energy and atmosphere.
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Career Talks – Chat with Royal Air Force Recruitment professionals about careers and the application process.
Summer Fete
Our Centre are holding a Summer Fete on Thursday 31st July from 10- 4pm at Our Centre 6 Pond Street Kirkby in Ashfield (NG17 7AH) There will be entertainment- The Kirkby Chorus, The Rollers, Hucknall Ukelele Group and Brea Thompson, a local young lady singing for us. These are all local and bring so much to our community. A visit from Spiderman and Belle the Disney Princess. Craft Stalls, Bric a Brac stalls. Cake stall. Raffle/ tombola. Face painter, glitter tattooist and hair braider. Food, and refreshments.Fun and games. As well as a lovely ice cream van. The event is for families and people of all ages. All proceeds will go into our Helen Williamson Fund which has helped fund projects that help the Ashfield Community.
FRENBOT CHARITY FOOTBALL MATCH
TICKETS ON SALE NOW ! ! for the event at Forest Town Arena on Sunday 3rd August. This year Frenbot will be playing Inter Legends FC which is a team made up with Ex-Pro footballers and is managed by Shaun Wallace AKA The Dark Destroyer from The Chase. Gate's open at 1pm with KO at 3pm. For more details head to the Frenbot facebook page.
GUIDE REGULARS
Rainworth Veteran’s Breakfast Club
Poffles sign up to Chatty Cafe Scheme
Come and join your local Male Voice Choir in 2025
For more details please visit mansfieldmvc.co.uk
Advice Session for residents
There is going to be a weekly session to help residents around finances, benefits and support filling in forms from Derbyshire Unemployment Workers Centre, The session is going to be taking place at the community hub in New Houghton on Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30
The British Heart Foundation shop in Sutton-In-Ashfield need donations.
Charity Shop – Bargains For All
Bereavement Cafe at Mansfield Crematorium (running on the first Monday of each month going forward)
7-8.30pm and the fee is £5.00 and now includes a drink. For more details contact Katie on this email thewritingclub731@gmail.com.
If you are a charity, voluntary or non-profit organisation and you’d like to get something on the guide, send an email to theguide@mansfield103.co.uk