Gedling
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Gedling in Nottinghamshire is a district combining suburban centres, historic villages, and countryside on the edge of Nottingham. Its largest town, Arnold, is known for shopping, parks, and local culture, while Carlton and Netherfield add to the suburban mix with residential areas and amenities. The village of Gedling reflects the area’s history with the medieval All Hallows Church and links to the former Gedling Colliery, now transformed into Gedling Country Park, a popular spot for walking and wildlife. Along the River Trent, Colwick Country Park provides lakes and trails, while villages like Lambley, Burton Joyce, and Woodborough showcase traditional charm and rural scenery. With its blend of green landscapes, historic roots, and proximity to Nottingham, Gedling is an area that offers both community life and easy access to city attractions.
The local authority for this district is: Gedling Borough Council - responsible for district-level services. Since Nottinghamshire is a two-tier area, county-level services are handled by: Nottinghamshire County Council.
Constituencies in Gedling
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Wards in Gedling
Gedling is divided into 19 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Bestwood St Albans
- Calverton
- Carlton
- Carlton Hill
- Cavendish
- Colwick
- Coppice
- Daybrook
- Dumbles
- Ernehale
- Gedling
- Netherfield
- Newstead Abbey
- Phoenix
- Plains
- Porchester
- Redhill
- Trent Valley
- Woodthorpe