VOLUNTEERS & PARTICIPANTS WANTED

North Muskham is a supportive, neighbourly community with many organisations working to enrich village life and help residents in times of need. You may be new to the village or simply unaware of these groups, so they are listed below for information.

All depend heavily on volunteers. Even a small amount of time makes a real difference. If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact the person listed for each organisation — they would be delighted to hear from you.

1. Village Hall – Muskham Rural Community Centre (MRCC)

Hosts a wide variety of groups and offers excellent facilities for events. The committee (currently 10 members, new volunteers welcome) needs support with bar work, maintenance, and events.
Contact: Nick Noot-Davies – [email protected] – 07773 056323

2. North Muskham Parish Council

Your closest tier of local government. Works with District and County Councils on issues affecting residents. Meets monthly (2nd Monday). Volunteers are needed for community projects including the annual litter pick, Christmas events, Remembrance Sunday, the Summer Fête, the Neighbourhood Plan, Emergency Plan, and local responders.
Contact: Parish Clerk, Jayne Saunders – [email protected] – 07946 601364

3. Luncheon Club

Provides a hot meal every Monday at the MRCC for local pensioners, offering valuable social connection.
Contact: Peggy or Paul Buck – [email protected] – 07761 463830

4. Muskham Cougars

Football opportunities for children aged 6+ at the Village Playing Field, supported by qualified coaches.
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5. Muskham Panto

One of the region’s best long-running amateur pantomimes (30+ years). Always open to new performers of any ability or age.
Contacts:
Paul Buck – [email protected] – 07568 146122
Sue Hill – [email protected] – 07495 568975

6. Muskham Annual Charity Show

A light-hearted annual show raising significant funds for cancer and local charities. No acting experience needed — just enthusiasm and a sense of humour.
Contact: Ian Harrison – [email protected] – 07891 057812

7. Muskham Pinkies

A traditional group of local men performing historic folk plays through the winter.
Contact: Dave Haslam – [email protected] – 07786 410648

8. Blooming North Muskham

Our first village entry into the Britain in Bloom scheme (2026). Various projects throughout the year.
Contact: Alison Luke – [email protected] – 07962 0202867

9. North Muskham Nature Reserve

A volunteer working party supports maintenance of the reserves in partnership with Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.
Contact: Chris Place – [email protected] – 07533 128241

10. History Group

Guest speakers on local and wider historical topics. Meets every third Monday at 7:30pm (MRCC).
Contact: Bryon Harlow – [email protected] – 01636 918847

11. North Muskham Art Group

Meets every Thursday, 10:00am–12 noon at the MRCC.
Contact: Jim Wishart – [email protected] – 07831 183523

12. Muskham Craft Group

Meets every Wednesday (except school holidays) at the MRCC.
Contact: Marian – [email protected] – 07796 935002

13. Allotments

Allotments become available from time to time.
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14. Table Tennis

Open session every Tuesday at the MRCC, 7:45pm–9:15pm. All abilities welcome.

15. Café / Hub (Proposed)

A community café/hub is under consideration and would require volunteers to help run it.
Contact: Ian Harrison – [email protected] – 07891 057812

If you would like any of these groups to contact you directly, please provide your name and contact details and we will pass them on.