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High Peak MP Jon Pearce is renewing his call for retailers across the constituency to stop selling disposable barbecues, warning they pose a serious threat to the Peak District’s fragile moorland habitats. The Peak District is one of the UK’s most visited national parks, but its dry moorlands are increasingly vulnerable to devastating wildfires. In
High Peak MP Jon Pearce has welcomed a major reforestation boost for the region, with 3,500 native trees set to be planted as part of a national expansion of the LIFE in the Ravines project. The newly announced planting scheme will begin in autumn 2025, helping to restore limestone ravine woodlands that have been severely
Following our earlier coverage of the multi-million-pound regeneration of Glossop’s historic halls (read here), The Hospitality Collective has now confirmed the plans set to bring the space to life. The Cheshire-based hospitality group will manage all day-to-day operations across the newly refurbished Glossop Market Hall, Town Hall, Wedding & Event Space, and Arcade, bringing with
From 1 August 2025, the University of Derby’s further education and skills provision will officially be known as University of Derby – Buxton, marking a new chapter in its long-standing commitment to delivering transformative education in the region. The name change follows the transfer of the Leek campus to Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG),
Peppa Pig Live is back and better than ever with a brand-new, family-friendly adventure: Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show! The much-loved stage production heads to Buxton Opera House from Wednesday 1st to Thursday 2nd April 2026, and this time, there’s a new face joining the fun — baby Evie, making her live stage debut! Tickets
High Peak MP Jon Pearce has welcomed a landmark announcement from the Labour government confirming £75 million in new funding for hospices — the largest single cash injection of its kind — to upgrade and improve end-of-life care across England. The funding will support more than 170 hospices, including three serving High Peak residents: Ashgate
Specialist remedial work at MyActive Glossop is scheduled to begin in early August, paving the way for the centre to fully re-open later this autumn — complete with a refreshed gym and brand-new cardiovascular equipment. Starting from Monday 4 August, contractors will begin work in the areas of the leisure centre that have remained closed
The Buxton Festival Fringe wrapped up its 2025 season in celebratory style with a vibrant Awards Ceremony held on Sunday, July 27 in the Serpentine Community Garden’s polytunnel. Hosting the ceremony for the first time, Fringe Chair Ian Bowns declared it a “really good year” and praised performers for delivering a “wonderful Fringe,” reflected in
Glossop’s iconic town hall, market hall, and arcade are set to reopen this November, marking the completion of a multi-million-pound regeneration project that has transformed the historic buildings into a vibrant hub for business, leisure, and community life. Led by High Peak Borough Council, the project has breathed new life into these landmark spaces, creating
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) has officially welcomed 15 new On-call Firefighters following the completion of their intensive initial training. The recruits were celebrated during a special “pass out” ceremony held on Sunday 27 July at the Joint Police and Fire Training Centre in Ripley. Joined by family and friends, the new firefighters were
