Local News
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Vote For ‘Retfordian Of The Year’ 2024!
Welcome to the Retfordian of the Year Award In the heart of our vibrant community, there are unsung heroes who…
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664 Wetherspoon Pubs, Including Retford, Open on Christmas Day
Wetherspoon has revealed that 664 of its pubs across the UK will open their doors on Christmas Day. These selected…
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Retford’s Christmas Lights Event Scaled Back Due to Weather Concerns
The organisers of the annual Retford Christmas Lights event have announced some changes to this year’s festivities due to the…
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New Charity Shop Set to Open in Retford
Retford is set to welcome a new addition to its charitable retail sector, as The Donkey Charity announces plans to…
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Power Station Demolition Postponed by Bat Infestation
The scheduled demolition of Cottam Power Station has been moved back after surveyors discovered what experts are calling one of…
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New Art Exhibition Opens in Retford
A new art exhibition featuring works by local artists has opened at Retford Gallery. Titled ‘Reflections of Retford,’ the collection…
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Retford Christmas Lights Switch-On Announced
Retford’s much-loved Christmas Lights Switch-On will take place on November 25th in the town square. The event will feature live…
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Retford Market Sees Record Turnout
The Retford weekly market experienced its highest turnout in years, with over 2,000 visitors on Saturday. Local stallholder Joan Wilkinson…
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Retford Bake-Off Winner Announced
Local baker Emily Harper has been crowned the winner of Retford’s annual Bake-Off competition. Her lemon drizzle cake impressed the…
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Historic Church Restoration Underway
St. Swithun’s Church in Retford has begun a long-awaited restoration project. The Grade II listed building, which dates back to…