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24/9/2015 0 Comments Legacy PlantingThe September meeting of BVWI was a special occasion. In honour of the WI's 100th birthday and the fact that BVWI is about to complete its 10th year a tree was planted in Bestwood Country Park. Members gathered an hour early so that the formalities of the planting could take place before the meeting. Special permission had been granted by Notts County Council, who own the land, to plant the tree inside the compound of the historic Bestwood Winding Engine House on the old colliery site.
The tree chosen was a ginkgo biloba. This species is closely linked to the fossil trees under our feet which over 300 million years ago were part of the forest which, over time, has formed the coal measures on which our village was so dependent. The tree was planted by Jane Jefferson, County Chairman, Brenda Langsdale, BVWI's current President, and Sue McDonald, NCC's Community Liaison Officer. Once it was firmly in place other members took turns to help put the soil back around the tree. The party then retired indoors and the September meeting got under-way with a talk by Peter Butler & Geoff Sheldon of the Eric Coates Society. We heard about his rise to fame over the early part of the 20th century and were treated to musical interludes of his more well-known pieces. Peter was then brave enough to judge our tea cosy making competition choosing two winners; Brenda & Angela - who both received a prize. The lovely refreshments on the night were provided by Judy & Sarah More photos of the night are in the gallery.
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