Rotary Bench - St John the Baptist - Beeston, Nottinghamshire - Rotary International Markers on Waymarking.com

"Back in 1955 as part of the celebration of the Golden Jubilee of the forming of Rotary International, members of the Rotary Club of Beeston funded the provision of a rose garden with paths and seats in the area surrounding the church of St John the Baptist in Beeston. The memorial bench remained in place up until last year when it was removed by Broxtowe Borough Council to make way for the tram works. The council undertook to store the bench and re site it once the tram works were completed.

After 60 years’ service the bench was in need of some restoration; fortunately the Rotary Club had recently enjoyed a presentation on Age UK’s “Men In Sheds” project and they were asked to help. Based in Gedling, “Men in Sheds” is a project specifically for men aged 60 years and over. It aims to bring older men together to put their practical skills to good use and encourage them to be more socially active. It’s a great project and they were very happy to help restore the bench in their workshops. Guided by project leader Adie Harkin the team carried a comprehensive renovation and the bench is now “good as new” and ready to be returned to its new location in the church grounds."

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