A fire broke out at The Blue Bell pub on Mansfield Road in Sutton, which was reported to the police at 2.48pm on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. The presence of multiple fire engines led to significant traffic disruptions in the area, resulting in closures on Mason Street, Mansfield Road, and the junctions with Hill Crescent and Skegby Road. The pub was considered the oldest surviving building in this part of Sutton, with documented references indicating it has been an inn since as early as 1822.A fire broke out at The Blue Bell pub on Mansfield Road in Sutton, which was reported to the police at 2.48pm on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. The presence of multiple fire engines led to significant traffic disruptions in the area, resulting in closures on Mason Street, Mansfield Road, and the junctions with Hill Crescent and Skegby Road. The pub was considered the oldest surviving building in this part of Sutton, with documented references indicating it has been an inn since as early as 1822.
A fire broke out at The Blue Bell pub on Mansfield Road in Sutton, which was reported to the police at 2.48pm on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. The presence of multiple fire engines led to significant traffic disruptions in the area, resulting in closures on Mason Street, Mansfield Road, and the junctions with Hill Crescent and Skegby Road. The pub was considered the oldest surviving building in this part of Sutton, with documented references indicating it has been an inn since as early as 1822.

Chad review of 2024: A look back at the year's news stories from across the Mansfield area

By Phoebe Cox
Published 18th Dec 2024, 13:38 BST
It is that time of year when we reflect on the past 12 months to review some of the news stories in your Chad for 2024.

In 2024, we reported on several stories from across the community, including devastating fires, events and exhibitions, fundraising efforts and campaigns.

We also covered significant political changes in the region, such as the historic election of an East Midlands Mayor in May and the appointment of a new MP for Mansfield in July.

Additionally, we followed Mansfield Town FC after their promotion to League One.

Here is your 2024 in review…

In August, Southwell Racecourse returned to full operational capacity for the first time since the racecourse was closed due to extensive flooding in October 2023. Racing initially returned to Southwell only a month after its flooding in November 2023, however, areas of the racecourse remained underwater by as much as three feet after Storm Babet battered Britain in the autumn of 2023. The track was only able to open its first-floor facilities to owners and trainers, stable staff and a number of annual members as the racecourse worked hard to fix the damage. Your Chad were given an exclusive look inside.

21. Southwell Racecourse opens following flooding

In August, Southwell Racecourse returned to full operational capacity for the first time since the racecourse was closed due to extensive flooding in October 2023. Racing initially returned to Southwell only a month after its flooding in November 2023, however, areas of the racecourse remained underwater by as much as three feet after Storm Babet battered Britain in the autumn of 2023. The track was only able to open its first-floor facilities to owners and trainers, stable staff and a number of annual members as the racecourse worked hard to fix the damage. Your Chad were given an exclusive look inside. Photo: Brian Eyre

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In September, your Chad received an invitation to visit a nuclear bunker located in a quiet residential area on the outskirts of Nottingham, just a short distance from Wollaton Park. The bunker was decommissioned in the early 1980s and was briefly used as a storage facility for DEFRA and the Land Registry before it was ultimately closed and left frozen in time.

22. Nottingham nuclear bunker visit

In September, your Chad received an invitation to visit a nuclear bunker located in a quiet residential area on the outskirts of Nottingham, just a short distance from Wollaton Park. The bunker was decommissioned in the early 1980s and was briefly used as a storage facility for DEFRA and the Land Registry before it was ultimately closed and left frozen in time. Photo: Brian Eyre

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In October, we visited several pumpkin patches in the area. At Maxeys Pumpkin Patch, we saw Kate, Chris, Henry, and Lara (pictured).

23. Pumpkin patch

In October, we visited several pumpkin patches in the area. At Maxeys Pumpkin Patch, we saw Kate, Chris, Henry, and Lara (pictured). Photo: Brian Eyre

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In October, we visited Sherwood Observatory, which unveiled its new refurbishment. Sherwood Observatory was officially opened in 1986 by the Astronomer Royal, Professor Sir Francis Graham-Smith. Pictured are Stephen Binns, communications officer, and David Collins, a founding member.

24. Sherwood Observatory visit

In October, we visited Sherwood Observatory, which unveiled its new refurbishment. Sherwood Observatory was officially opened in 1986 by the Astronomer Royal, Professor Sir Francis Graham-Smith. Pictured are Stephen Binns, communications officer, and David Collins, a founding member. Photo: Brian Eyre

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