Notable Residents
The Rt Hon Kenneth Clarke, QC MP lives in West Bridgford.
Harry Wheatcroft, the famous rose grower lived with his family in West Bridgford. The Wheatcroft family garden centre is located in Edwalton, now owned by a chain.
Stuart Broad England and Nottinghamshire cricketer.
Numerous Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, Nottingham Forest F.C. and Notts County F.C players live in West Bridgford and adjoining Edwalton.
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