It’s official – the dates for our next broadcast have just been confirmed…
Radio Newark will be back on air from 26 April to 23 May, with Girls Around Town back in its regular slot every Saturday between 10am and 1pm.
June, Tina and Sue are already on the case, booking in guests for each show – you’ll find details here as each one is confirmed.
Or so it seems for Kathryn Mays, who’s just a month away from the ultimate challenge…
On Thursday 24 April, she’ll be leaving behind her ‘day job’ as a credit controller for luxury hotels around the world to begin a gruelling trek from Nepal to Everest Base Camp in support of Newark Women’s Aid.
“It’s one of the greatest treks in the world and I can’t wait to take on the 17-day high altitude challenge,” says Kathryn. “Nothing about this trip is going to be luxurious but I’m pretty sure we’ll be treated to some 5-star views and an unforgettable experience.”
After a breathtaking flight to Lukla, Kathryn and her fellow trekkers will steadily ascend through mountain villages, taking in the fantastic Everest scenery. En route, they’ll encounter the enormity of the Khumbu glacier before eventually reaching Gorak Shep, the final stop before heading to Everest Base Camp itself.
“It’s also our base for the pre-dawn ascent of Kala Patthar the following morning, the highest point on the trek with close-up views of the summit of Mount Everest,” she says.
“I know the trip is going to be tough, both mentally and physically. But I’ve climbed mountains to get where I am today, as have my two children. NWA supported us all back in 2005; they do an amazing job offering support to victims of domestic violence and a safe place to stay in the refuge.”
Kathryn’s fundraising events so far have netted almost £6,000 for the Newark-based charity which offers what she describes as ‘a lifeline service helping to rebuild lives’. To support her with your donation, visit https://mydonate.bt.com/fundraisers/mays
If you haven’t found your way to Manor Farm Tea Shoppe in Bleasby yet, here’s the perfect opportunity – they’re having an Open Day from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 12 April and you’re invited!
Enjoy morning coffee and cake, lunch or afternoon tea in the Tea Shoppe itself – meet chef Matt and the rest of the Gastro Dining team, who will be on hand with tasting samples – and have a chat with textile artist Jane Lightfoot about the sewing workshops she’ll be running in the Function Room over the next few months.
While you’re there, don’t miss the chance to take a peek inside the Shepherd’s Hut. This gorgeous little B&B is the only one of its kind in Nottinghamshire and is the perfect place to spend a relaxing night (or two!) away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life…
There’ll be some super special offers too, with discounts available on bookings made on the Open Day for meals on one of their Gastro Dining evenings (every Thursday, Friday and Saturday) or reservations for the Shepherd’s Hut.
Visit manorfarmteashoppe.co.uk for more details of everything Manor Farm has to offer and make a date to visit the pretty rural village of Bleasby, just outside Southwell, on 12 April to see it all for yourself…
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