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Read up on the latest Retford arts and culture

Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee your way in Retford
From scarecrow festivals to community picnics, however you want to commemorate sixty years of Elizabeth II, there is sure to be a Jubilee-themed event in Retford to suit.
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Alison L 31 May 2012

Calling all Businesses in Retford - Your Support will make a difference to the town!
Retford is bidding to win a share of £1 million to benefit the town & Retford businesses are requested to write a Letter of Support to help that bid. At The Best of Retford we've written our letter of support - can you help & write one too, please?
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Alison L 15 March 2012
Its great start to the year for Retford Martial Arts Academy
Its been a busy year already for Lynx Black Belt Academy. As well as introducing new Martial Arts classes, they've recently held a Martial Arts Competition for Retford in support of the Bassetlaw Games and been voted one of Retford's Most Loved businesses.
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Alison L 07 March 2012
Don't get caught out by missing this year's final posting dates
Christmas can have a real strain on the Post Office, so if you want to ensure that your loved ones receive those cards and presents, there are some key dates you need to remember
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Alison L 20 November 2011
Take part in a range of Christmas crafts and hobbies at Idle Valley Nature Reserve in Retford
Why not get back to basics and enjoy the festive period on a more traditional, simple level? Idle Valley Nature Reserve in Retford has a programme of festive events and crafts that are sure to help you rediscover the innocent charm of Christmas
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Alison L 17 November 2011
Retford Student Graduates to Black Belt
Elizabethan High School student, Rhio Blinston, has recently graduated to Black Belt 1st Dan after 6 years of training in martial arts - quite some feat as she's just 12 year old!
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Alison L 15 October 2011
Hub for budding musicians to be created in Retford town centre
An ambitious music hub is being created in Retford by members of local band, Tipping Point, which welcomes all ages and abilities and offers music tuition, rehearsal space, a recording studio and regular gigs and concerts.
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Alison L 04 July 2011
A night at the theatre...
Retford residents are incredibly lucky to have a wealth of culture and entertainment on our doorstep. Whatever your taste, there is sure to be a play or performance that tickles your fancy this summer.
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Alison L 30 June 2011
30 Years Of Achievement for Local Martial Artist
Few 42 year old’s can say they’ve spent 30 years involved in martial arts! Master Andrew Blinston of Lynx Black Belt Leadership Academy in Retford certainly can, and his utter passion for martial arts has resulted in a very successful and happy 30 years.
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Alison L 25 June 2011
Retford in Bloom 2011 - Time is running out for entries or to nominate your favourite floral display in Retford
Time is running out to enter Retford in Bloom 2011 or to nominate your favourite floral displays!
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Alison L 22 June 2011
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