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Diane outside Rainworth village hall

Diane outside Rainworth village hall

Stories from Rainworth

Passion 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 from Rainworth

Diane

Vision For The Village

Diane 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 from Rainworth

Derek

Drill Hall

In 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 from Rainworth

Lesley

Green Fingers

Lesley 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 from Rainworth

Linda

Past And Present

Linda 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 from Rainworth

Janet

End of an Era

Janet reminisces about her mother's reaction to a special gift which put an end to her regular washing days.

Christine from Rainworth

Christine

Childhood Games

Christine 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 from Rainworth

Vilma

Family Matters

Vilma'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.

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