Derbyshire Dales

08/09/2026

WATCH | Our Planning Committee will this evening (Tuesday) consider various applications from Derbyshire County Council for a proposed change of use of County Hall in Matlock to a hotel, together with new houses, flats, commercial space and shopfronts.

The meeting will be broadcast live from 6pm on our YouTube channel 👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/H5IvikZKz28?si=FPZP6BaXPxwmgBer

Also up for debate is an application for the building of 12 homes with associated access, parking and landscaping at the former Highfield House Nursing Home in Ashbourne's Clifton Road.

This meeting will consider various applications from Derbyshire Cou...

08/09/2026

Apologies, we've had to close the toilet block in Hartington to remove a wasp nest. The toilets will remain closed until Friday to allow the treatment to take effect.

07/09/2026

🍂 There's still time to sign up to our Garden Waste Service for 2026/27. Keep on top of your autumn garden tidy‑ups with regular collections.
https://www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/garden-waste/garden-waste-subscription

07/09/2026

Why not start the week with a visit to the District Council's amazing Monday market in beautiful Bakewell? Lots of stalls to browse at two sites - the Market Place and Granby Road 😊

04/09/2026

September is Preparedness Month! The campaign aims to promote resilience within Derby and Derbyshire.

In this Derbyshire Constabulary video, cyber expert Sam Hancock explains how to protect yourself against sim swap fraud, or mobile phone hijacking. Often, your phone number can be key to accessing various accounts - which is why it's important to be aware of the tactics criminals use to get access to your number.

04/09/2026

Junior Pickleball Beginner Course starts 17th September at ARC Leisure Centre Matlock. Pickleball is a mash up of tennis, table tennis and badminton. It is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and is played on a badminton sized court.
⏰Bookings can be made at reception or by calling 01629 581 322.

We also have an adult beginner course starting on 8th September! Check out all our Pickleball information on our website: https://www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/leisure/sports-and-health-activities/pickleball

04/09/2026

Our latest Derbyshire DalesDerbyshire Dales Business Grant training took place this week whilst next week, the first round of applications will be decided by the Board.
This second round for applications closes at the end September so there is still time to let us know if you are interested and have a project ready to go! The first step is to register your interest at https://www.investinderbyshiredales.org/help/growing-your-business/help-and-support

For those needing a bit more time, round 3 opens 1 January and closes 28 February 2027.

04/09/2026

WATCH | The meeting of the District Council's Planning Committee at Matlock Town Hall on Tuesday 8 September will be broadcast live from 6pm on our YouTube channel 👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/H5IvikZKz28?si=FPZP6BaXPxwmgBer

Committee members will consider various applications from Derbyshire County Council for the proposed change of use of County Hall in Matlock to a hotel, together with new houses, flats, commercial space and shopfronts.

Also up for debate is an application for the building of 12 homes with associated access, parking and landscaping at the former Highfield House Nursing Home in Ashbourne's Clifton Road.

This meeting will consider various applications from Derbyshire Cou...

03/09/2026

🎉 Local Projects Fund

There are still five months remaining to submit applications for our Local Projects Fund, and many councillors still have plenty of funding available, thanks to this year’s increase.

If you’re part of a community group, club, or local organisation with an idea that could benefit, now’s a great time to get involved. Funding can support a wide range of small local projects that make a real difference.

Apply here👇 https://www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/community/funding-and-grants/local-projects-fund

📸Ashbourne Lantern Parade

03/09/2026

💫What’s on in the brilliant Derbyshire Dales

There’s plenty happening this week and next — markets, community celebrations, activity sessions, and outdoor events across Ashbourne, Wirksworth, Bakewell, Matlock and Matlock Bath. Whether you’re shopping local, getting active, or enjoying time outdoors, there’s lots to get involved in.

Plan your visit, support local traders, and make the most of what’s on in our towns. https://www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/leisure/events/events-calendar