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Picture shows a group of Clangers on a moonscape being arrested by two police officers. There is a police car nearby. Text reads: 20th June 2026 . 6.30pm Legal Fees Fundraiser to support a lead claimant from the Lambeth Bridge mass arrest in 2020. 3 course vegan meal / music / Bar / £8 on the door. Location: Sumac Centre, Gladstone Street, NG7 6HX

Lambeth Bridge Legal Campaign Fundraiser

Legal Fees Fundraiser to support a lead claimant from the Lambeth Bridge mass arrest in 2020.

3 course vegan meal / music / Bar / £8 on the door.

Sumac Centre, 245 Gladstone Street, NG7 6HX

The arrest took place on the 03/09/2020 on Lambeth Bridge during a ‘Critical Mass’ bike ride. It was at the time of the September 2020 Extinction Rebellion ‘Autumn Rebellion’.

124 people were arrested, bikes were seized, property went missing and many were imprisoned to be released with no charge. Of those 124, 100 are seeking justice.

A trial date is now fixed, the Lead Claimant trial will commence on 11 October 2027 for 9 weeks. It will take place at the High Court of Justice in London.

The outcome will crucially not only determine the success and/or settlement value of the remaining group but will hopefully make the London Metropolitan Police think twice about carrying out such action again.

THE ASK

A lead claimant ‘Church’ has a very strong case. He is represented by I.T.N Solicitors of London, working closely with other firms representing the 100.

He do not qualify for Legal Aid.  Win or lose, he stands to incur significant costs including some £1900 insurance costs, it will be 7 years next October.

Any help, however small, is appreciated. Any donations not used will given in support of the Sumac Centre Nottingham.

As well as funds raised on the event donations may be made at https://chuffed.org/project/159140-lambeth-bridge-justice

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Skills Exchange Social, People’s Kitchen and Fundraiser

Learn about timebanking and meet other timebankers. Featuring live music, poetry, food, bar, quiz and tombola. Everyone is welcome.
We welcome raffle prizes, please ask family and friends and local businesses for any new or as new items that are suitable.  Books, plants, ornaments, cosmetics etc. not tested on animals, drinks, games, toys and of course scented candles and wax melts.
We have a £100 shortfall in the money needed to pay for our insurance in June.
You can donate at the Social on June 6th or by BACS:
Lloyds Bank
Skills-Exchange-Nottingham
Sort Code: 30-90-89
Account Number: 35394768

Brinsley Animal Rescue Fundraiser – 18 July 2026

Another regular ‘Peoples Kitchen’ fundraiser for Brinsley Animal Rescue, at the Sumac Centre.

The animals suffering does not end, which means we do not stop our community fundraising meals

So come along, eat homemade delicious vegan food for a fiver, homemade cake for an additional cost.
Join in with the raffle, drink vegan drinks from the bar, socialise with your tribe, bring games too if you like. It’s your night, be creative, bring raffle prizes, and come and have fun and laughter, let’s keep the humor flowing….

All the proceeds are donated to Brinsley Animal Rescue – saving the animals from despair and suffering, we hear them, we see them, we care.

So come along, eat cheap food, laughter at cheap jokes, and have a cheap beer !!

Join us at 7pm

Total Liberation Gathering 2026

We are pleased to announce that we are hosting the second Total Liberation Gathering  on 26th-28th June at the Sumac Centre in Nottingham.

Total Liberation Gathering Shedule

The event is coordinated by the Total Liberation Collective  (info on Instagram).

The aim is for animal liberationists to connect with other struggles and strengthen solidarity between movements. We want to encourage collaboration, sharing resources and creativity.

This will be an opportunity for us to reimagine how the world could be. We will embody anti-hierarchy, active participation and collective care.

Our shared vision is to be as inclusive as possible, with anti racism, anti ableism and anti-speciesism at the heart of the project.

Here’s a form to register interest, needs & offers for this year, to help create a liberating educational space.

https://app.formbricks.com/s/eia4sutkztj8m6365551x812

The catering will be provided by Veggies Catering Campaign, the UK’s longest established 100% vegan campaign caterers.

 

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HacktionLab Autumn 2026

HacktionLab will have their next gathering at the Sumac Centre on Friday 2nd October to Sunday 4th October, with arrivals from 5pm Thursday 1st.

HacktionLab is UK tech-activist run project that aims to create regular convergence spaces where activists interested and/or working in the areas of alternative media, renewable energy, on-line video distribution, free software or any other form of activism that utilises technology can get together and plan how to better harness the technology (or not) to support grass roots social movements.

Activities, facilities, meals, costs etc will be similar to the Autumn 2025 Hacktionlab at the same venue, including Friday’s Sumac Open Mic a jam-style performance space.

Are you interested in coming and getting involved? Get in touch with HacktionLab by joining and e-mailing them at hl2026@hacktionlab.org or joining their mailing list.

(See also entry on Veggies Diary)

 

Vegan bake sale for educational workshops and elephant sanctuary Thailand

Join us at The Sumac Centre for a vegan bake sale to raise funds for Abbie’s trip to Thailand.
Abbie will be going to Thailand to do educational sessions with children and volunteer at an elephant rescue
The main fundraiser is here with only £600 to hit the target!! https://futuresensefoundation.enthuse.com/pf/abbie-stocker
This is happening alongside Veggies £5 Sunday Brunch, you won’t find a cheaper, tastier or more ethical brunch in Nottingham… maybe the whole UK? 🤔
So come along to the Sumac for brunch and a range of vegan and gluten free cakes to help her on her way!

Sumac 25th Anniversary Festival Weekend

Sumac Centre is 25 this year.

We relocated the Rainbow Centre, established in 1984, to the Sumac Centre in June 2001.

💥 *25th, 26th, 27th September*

Three days of peace, love and music at the  Sumac Centre

Friday 25th probably a *LGBTQ+ Night +Bar

Saturday 26th probably a whole day of activities including the Big Gig in the evening

Sunday 27th probably an Acoustic Community Garden Party with Sunday Brunch,  campaign stalls,. many local acts film screenings, Veggies Burger Bar, Forest Fields Social Club.

 

From Ned Ludd’s News, published from the Rainbow Centre in 2002, archived at Sparrows Nest Library (pdf)

Work on the new independent community, resource and centre at 245 Gladstone Street nears completion. Formerly the

BACK Events for Monday February 6th, 2023 – Sumac CentreRainbow Centre, the name ‘The Sumac Centre’ has now been adopted after a shrub in the gardens.

The former Sitch Ukranian Social Club was purchased by the Rainbow Centre collective in June 2001. Major reconstruction work was undertaken by NECTA (Nottingham Environmental Construction Training for All) and other local trades people. Since then volunteers from the local community have worked on, replacing floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, stairs, toilets, electrics and plumbing!

Finally the end is in sight. The newly plastered walls and refurbished toilets are being‘ painted, the community cafe is being built and the furniture fireproofed. Sufficient facilities are now completed for the centre to have hosted or booked meetings for local residents groups, animal rights conferences, training days, environmental/roads gatherings and more.

With a final push it is hoped that the new centre will be ready to open during June, after which work will continue for the planned Social Club.

With completion of this first phase so close supporters are urged to get involved, both with the final works, which continue on a daily basis, and with planning the activities and running the centre once opened.

As there has been so much more work to be done than expected, the opening date, and therefore opportunity to earn income, has been deferred several times. However the mortgage and other bills wait for no one, so the gap in funding continues to grow. We have been very encouraged by
the practical support, grants and donations received, but for long‘ term security we are very keen to invite investment by way of loans, with interest offered from 0% to 5%, repayable over I, 5 or I0 years.

If all goes to plan the official opening date is the 22″“ June.

 

Reserve this weekend for a series of events loosely based on the template of the Rainbow Centre 40th Anniversary Festival in 2024.

Music Meets Solidarity – Fundraiser for Al Harah Theatre and Notts Refugee Forum

Join us for an afternoon where music meets solidarity

We’re coming together to raise vital funds for Al Harah Theatre and Notts Refugee Forum.

Venue: Sumac Centre, 245 Gladstone Street, New Basford, NG7 6HX

Date: Saturday 4th April

Time: 4pm

Tickets: £7.60 . Get your tickets here.

Featuring: Crazy Able, Abid Baig, Ace Ambrose & Ghost Riders. With a guest appearance via video link by a member of Al Harah Theatre group.

Food and drinks available to buy at the event.

Gentle Angry Women – Film with Q&A at Sumac Sisterhood

Three young activists trace the legacy of Greenham Common Women’s Peace protest forty years on and discover the alarming reality of British nuclear armament.

This coming-of-age documentary, driven by intergenerational dialogue, speaks to the need for hope, action and change.

We invite members of local feminist, environmental and peace activist groups and members of our own monthly Sisterhood Group to join us to watch and discuss this new film with Barbara Santi Documentary filmmaker . All are welcome to this gender neutral event. The Forest Fields Social Club (Sumac Bar) will be open and snacks will be available., including #SamosasForSocialChange!

Seer the trailer at https://vimeo.com/1077262477

Unaware of the longest female-led protest in British history, a new generation of young female activists is standing up to fight for the issues of their time, as well as being teenagers and finding their place in a turbulent world.

We meet Poppy (16), Xanthe (17), and Evie (19) as they discover the largely overlooked Greenham Common Women’s Peace Camp, where thousands of women lived for 19 years protesting against nuclear missiles.

Retracing the original 110-mile march, the young women embark on an intimate intergenerational exchange, revealing a journey of self-discovery and a timely narrative of feminist activism confronting the alarming reality of British nuclear armament.

Gentle, Angry Women is a poignant and timely documentary that weaves personal discovery, historical remembrance, and contemporary activism together. It responds to the rising global tensions of our time while celebrating the enduring power of women’s collective action – revealing a bridge between past courage and present hope.

“During Forest Fields Social Club events under 18s must be accompanied by an adult who remains responsible for them whilst on Sumac premises”

 

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