Ashfield's year in pictures: Here are 20 photos that sum up 2020
This year will live long in the memory as the world as we know it was turned on its head.
By Jon Ball
Published 29th Dec 2020, 12:37 BST
Brexit’s deal or no deal, Donald Trump’s election denials, final farewells to Dame Barbara Windsor, Diego Maradona and Terry Jones, among many other famous names.
But the year will be remembered for the Covid-19 pandemic which brought life to standstill. Lockdowns, masks, clapping for our carers, tiers and vaccine hopes.
Here we take a look back at some memorable Ashfield pictures from 2020...
Here we take a look back at some memorable Ashfield pictures from 2020...
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In August, it was confirmed Amazon was to open a 175,000 sq feet fulfilment centre in Sutton, creating more than 1,000 jobs. Coun Jason Zadrozny, Ashfield District Council leader, is seen at the site. Photo: Submitted
6. John Eastwood Hospice Trust hospice shop re opening at Thomas House Portland Sq Sutton in Ashfield. Being opened by Council leader Jason Zadrozny. L-Jill Johnson shop manager, Tracey Barker deputy trust manager, Council leader Jason Zadrozny, Cllr Andy Meakin chairman Ashfield dist council and Sharon Williams trust chief exec.
In September, the John Eastwood Hospice Trust reopened its charity shop at Portland Square, Sutton. Photo: Brian Eyre
8. Post lady Katy Haydon doing her round in a poppy dress.
In November, post lady Katy Haydon showed her support for the Royal British Legion's poppy appeal, by doing her round in Skegby in a poppy dress. Photo: Brian Eyre