News & Features: September 2026

Echoes in the Nave
September 2026

It’s not every day our village church becomes a film set! But that's exactly what happened last October when local Nottingham band Eyre Llew turned up at St Mary’s Church with guitars, cameras, lighting rigs - and even a smoke machine - to film a set of live performance videos for their new album!.

A Local Councillor's Week
August 2026

Being a ward councillor involves far more than attending occasional meetings!

In "A Week in the Life", we go behind the scenes with Councillors Hayley Spain and Andrew Rule, exploring everything from hyper-local casework to formal debates at the Council House.

Garden Group RHS Visit
June 2026

Members of the Village Garden Group spent a lively day at RHS Bridgewater, discovering colourful borders, restored walled gardens and creative community spaces. Even under grey skies, there was plenty to enjoy. Explore the highlights, stories and full photo gallery from this inspiring visit.

About the CVRA
May 2026

Clifton Village is a special place, and the CVRA is dedicated to keeping it that way. Explore some of our key achievements and latest initiatives, and discover how informal community engagement, even small acts of volunteering, keeps our community thriving and protected for everyone.

CPR Event
April 2026

The Village Hall was at capacity on Monday night, with over 50 residents gathered for a masterclass in emergency response. Marijke Van Eerd, a leading trauma practitioner, traded the hospital ward for the community to pass on this crucial knowledge.