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Places featuresYou are in: Nottingham > Places > Places features > Stories from Rainworth ![]() Diane outside Rainworth village hall Stories from RainworthPassion to see a youth club, childhood mischief, moving home and wartime memories - just a few of the stories from people in Rainworth. People from Rainworth tell us about their life experiences, some look back in time while some look to the future. Diane Vision For The VillageDiane has a real passion for the village of Rainworth. She longs to see a youth club start up for her son and other local kids. She has just set up a newsletter for everyone in the village to spread community spirit. Derek Drill HallIn the early 1940s when the war broke out Rainworth was a very different place. Derek remembers his father practicing shooting in the Home Guard, it was an experience he'll never forget. Lesley Green FingersLesley loves both her front and back gardens, they are her pride and joy. But something has got her angry, and she needs to make a change. Linda Past And PresentLinda tells us of her initial impressions when she moved to Rainworth. Her fond memories include the kids having fun growing up. Linda looks to a positive future for the area and asks the residents to take ownership of the village. Janet End of an EraJanet reminisces about her mother's reaction to a special gift which put an end to her regular washing days. Christine Childhood GamesChristine talks about the mischief she got up to when she was growing up. One of the regular games of rounders had a mysterious twist when the police turned up. Vilma Family MattersVilma's family are born and bred in Rainworth and is the most important thing to her. She talks about some of the special times they've had together. Get involved... Gemma email
last updated: 23/09/2008 at 12:23 SEE ALSOYou are in: Nottingham > Places > Places features > Stories from Rainworth
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