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Sparklers & S’mores: A Heart-Warming Autumn Gathering
On Saturday 1st November, Broadnook Community Trust welcomed around 100 residents to our autumn Sparklers & S’mores event – and what a fantastic evening it was!
A huge thank you to everyone who came along and took part. Special thanks go to our wonderful residents, Rothley Church, and East Goscote United, who helped organise and run games and activities on the day.
We’d also like to extend our gratitude to Bovis and Davidsons for their generous in-kind support – providing the marketing suite, refreshments, and even a gazebo to keep the bonfire dry! The highlight for many was roasting marshmallows (or s’mores, as they’re fondly known) and lighting up the evening sky with sparklers.
It was a truly heart-warming event, filled with enthusiasm, laughter, and a real sense of community spirit. It’s been wonderful to see residents getting to know each other and getting involved in shaping the future of Broadnook.
A special welcome and thank you to the new residents who have joined the Events Subgroup to help plan our next gathering – your energy and ideas are invaluable.
If you’d like to get involved in future events, please do get in touch! We’re currently putting together a calendar of events for 2026, so keep an eye out for updates — there’s plenty more to look forward to!
A Celebration of Community at the Broadnook Big Lunch
The Broadnook Big Lunch – A Celebration of Community
Sunday 8th June saw the Broadnook community come together for a heart-warming afternoon at the Broadnook Big Lunch, organised by The Broadnook Community Trust, Rothley Church and community volunteers. Despite the grey skies and a few light showers, the event was a resounding success, with around 40–50 residents turning out to share food, laughter, and conversation.
Thanks to Rob, the local Vicar, who generously brought along two gazebos, we had some much-needed shelter – and just as the event wrapped up, the sun made a brief but welcome appearance!
The bring-and-share picnic was a true highlight. Everyone contributed something, creating a delicious spread that included everything from classic picnic fare to homemade Indian snacks that were a big hit. The amphitheatre provided a stunning backdrop, with children joyfully running up and down its slopes between games.
What stood out most was the genuine sense of community. The community mingled, shared stories, and even discovered future neighbours. Many expressed interests in getting more involved with the Trust and helping shape the future of Broadnook together.
We captured plenty of wonderful moments throughout the day – including a group photo by the Broadnook sign, thanks to one resident who brought along a drone. These images sparked a fantastic idea: to make this an annual tradition, visually documenting the growth of our community over the next five years.
