Kinders Garden-Come down and see us at our temporary location, At the top of the conservatory on the promenade at pavilion Gardens, Buxton. Indoor plants, cut flowers, bouquets, weddings, funeral tributes, christenings, outdoor plants. We all look forward to seeing you
Happy New Year one and all! Once again we are asking for donations to our food bank. We are currently short of: Carrier Bags Toiletries Sweetcorn Potatoes Carrots Anything else food/drink wise is muchly appreciated! Please note we cannot accept alcohol. We are also on the lookout for board games such as Scrabble, Uno,…
MENTELL: offers a free, confidential space for men to talk/share/listen.. Every Monday 7-9pm Register on the link to join tonight’s group. https://www.mentell.org.uk/signup
If you made any New Year’s resolutions to get more involved in supporting your community, the Buxton & High Peak branch of Samaritans is offering a perfect opportunity. “What better way to start the New Year than by making a truly meaningful and rewarding contribution to our community?” buxton.director@samaritans.org. If you are unable to spare…
Unfortunately the forecasts for tomorrow are all awful, with strong winds and heavy rain all day and icy overnight – so we’ve had to make the decision to cancel the market. Hope things improve and that we’ll be back on Tuesday.
Buxton Repair Cafe on 22 January will go ahead with a Covid Safe Plan. Bring us your broken stuff and lets see if we can extend its life. Donations, no fees. https://fb.me/e/1jKFqg4ah @Buxton Methodist Church 10-2pm
Below is all you need to know! ((BOUNCE)) Three times more effective than floor based fitness thanks to the addition of gravity and g-force provided by the trampoline. Our classes feature the first 40 mins filled with choreographed dance-cardio jumping routines and then finishing off with 20 minutes of toning, targeting the arms, glutes and…
We’re back open, with our excellent Visitor Information and Visitor Experience Hosts ready to make your day a special one in Buxton. In the Pump Room Visitor Centre, open Friday to Sunday, we offer top advice on things to see and do in #Buxton and surrounding areas. Not to mention our great range of locally…
Woo! Poster updated for 2022 and the session times: 10am, 11.15am and 1pm Dates for this term are 13th Jan, 27th Jan and 17th Feb. Book here: https://www.happity.co.uk/little-monsters-buxton/buxton
We are extending our New Year break for another week to give us more time to plan for the safest re-opening possible. #covidsafety All being well, we’ll be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in January from 10.30am to 4.30pm. In February we plan to try out new opening times to make it possible to…
W E A R E B A C K Online and at Buxton Methodist Church! Let’s Yoga!! Ooof. Just thought of the first plank we’ll do That’s gonna be hard eh? But we’ll work through it together There’s always the lower options too It’s great to see some newbies amongst the regulars booked on which…
Buxton Field Club’s next talk: Much ado about Mothing – a year intoxicated by Britain’s rare and remarkable moths. With James Lowen Saturday 8th January 7.00pm start. Zoom link sent to Club members or join us by livestream on Buxton Field Club youtube channel. Moths are routinely slandered as all being clothes-munching, plant-destroying pests. Through his…
Looking for something to do this new year. Book now for only £20 deposit. Still several places left. Don’t miss out.
Trying to predict the weather pattern of anywhere in the United Kingdom can be like trying to predict the roll of a dice. This is especially true of the highest market town in England. Being a thousand feet (300m) above sea level, Buxton seems to have its own microclimate. Notoriously unpredictable, an inch of snow…
A Buxton-based charity is looking for more volunteers to donate their time in 2022 after another busy year. To find out more and how to apply, click here
THIS YEAR ITS YOUR TURN! OK… here it is… High Peak Ladies, this one’s for you! W/C 10th January we will be running a series of ladies only, intro to kickboxing & self defence courses. Each one lasts 6 weeks and will run on: Mondays 7pm @ Newtown Wednesdays 6.15pm @Chapel-en-le-Frith Thursdays 10am @Newton For…
A reminder that between Wednesday 29th – Friday 31st December we will be offering on the day appointments for medically urgent cases only, as directed by the CCG. If you need urgent medical attention while the Practice is closed please call NHS 111
Find information about opening times and all events on at the Pavilion Gardens through the festive holidays and into 2022 here.
24 Best Peak District Walks – Your Ultimate guide Our pick of the 24 best Peak District walks, you’ll find everything from gentle strolls and rolling meadows to dramatic viewpoints and ancient sites! Read all about them here.
The guidance on self-isolation for people who test positive for COVID-19 has changed. Negative results from rapid lateral flow tests will be used to reduce the self-isolation period for positive cases from 10 to 7 days.
Come and join us for a new year’s walk. Everyone is welcome! Wednesday 5th January 2022 @11am, meeting point- The Old Hall Hotel If you enjoy walking but want a more relaxed pace then Snail Blazers could be the group for you. Snail Blazers is a new walking initiative for anyone with physical and or…
A low-dose version of a Covid vaccine for five to 11-year-olds has just been approved for use in the UK after being deemed safe and effective. Vulnerable primary school children should be offered a low-dose Covid vaccine, government vaccine advisers have said. Some older children should also be offered a booster in response to the…
Priority Post Box PCR test collection times have changed for Christmas. To find out more visit here.
Our healthcare services have been given the target of offering everyone aged 18 and above a booster jab by the end of December. This comes at a time of year when healthcare services are always under increased pressure and that issue is significantly heightened this year due to illness, waiting list backlog and Covid restrictions.…
Derbyshire County Council will be handing out Covid19 lateral flow test kits tomorrow, Thurs 23rd & Fri 24th between 9am & 4.30pm at Pavilion gardens Buxton. Stay safe for the holidays!!
We are now open for entries for the 2022 Buxton Fringe. We are hoping for a more normal Fringe and to be able to hold our usual promotional events such as Fringe Sunday. We will, of course, continue to monitor carefully the Government’s Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions and respond accordingly. The health and safety of our performers, audiences and volunteers…
Did you know we’re providing 19,000 places for school holiday activities at 80 venues across Derbyshire? Sessions include a free meal at breakfast or lunchtime with free places for families who claim benefit related free school meals. Find a place for your child at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/holidayactivities
If shopping in Morrisons over the next week. Please pick up a bauble from our giving tree or ask any checkout staff to add a donation to your bill. All proceeds going to local food bank waste not want not. Morrisons Thanks to our amazing customers, our Community Giving Trees have helped raise over £100k…
Department of Health and Social Care – DHSC Data from the UK Health Security Agency shows that a #COVID19 booster dose provides around 70-75% protection against symptomatic infection from the #OmicronVariant. The booster is our best defence against this new variant. More info nhs.uk/covid-booster #GetBoostedNow
Buxton in Winter – 14 Amazing Vintage Photo’s You’ll Love The recent snowfall in Buxton was the first of the winter and many of you took to the slopes and hills around Buxton for a spot of sledging – but what did Buxton look like in past winters of bygone days? Here’s a trip down…
Zink and High Peak Foodbank Winter Clothing Bank open now! Open until 5pm At Buxton United Reformed Church, Hardwick Square E
This Saturday, 18th December our final Food and Drink market before Christmas. Don’t forget to put it in your diary and come along and support your local market.
Covid Booster update: In response to the news late on Sunday that all those over 18 would become eligible for their Covid Booster vaccination 3 months after their 2nd dose, we have scrambled to add an additional 8 clinics between yesterday and Thursday 23rd December, with further clinics to follow between Christmas and New Year…
Delayed, not cancelled – the annual Transition Buxton & Buxton Town Team shared year end celebration at the Green Man Gallery tomorrow evening is delayed until a date in the New Year. A new announcement will be made when a new date to have a bit of fun together is set. Meanwhile, thanks for being…
Thank you to everyone who completed the Healthwatch England NHS waiting times survey during September and October the response from Derbyshire residents was fantastic. The summary of the research and recommendations can be viewed via the link below providing a catalyst for improvements. The next steps locally are already underway – taking the insight and…
Small lanterns and smaller lights: draw winter woods, blowing leaves, add a hibernating hedgehog, a snoring bear, a winter owl or a Christmas pudding with extra mice… A reminder about our events next weekend, 18th Buxton Museum and Art Gallery and 19th The Green Man Gallery,
Booking your COVID-19 booster If you’re aged 40 or over and had your second dose over 2 months ago, you can book now at http://nhs.uk/covid-booster If you’re aged 30 or over, you can book online from tomorrow. People aged 18 or over can book online from Wednesday.
All the Events and Best things to do in Buxton this December! Read here
MENTELL.. Offering free, confidential peer to peer support, no matter which step your on.. Every Monday 7-9pm. Sign up in the link.. https://www.mentell.org.uk/signup
This page has essential local information relevant to Buxton and FAQs about what you might need to know about local facilities and businesses in the town. It also has the latest information about current UK Government covid restrictions in England. Read it here
We always experience a surge of calls following vaccination announcements, and whilst we are delighted to see so many keen to have their vaccine, please remember that we are hearing of the accelerated vaccine programme at the same time as you. We will need some time to work through the logistics, and are keen to…
All adults are now eligible to book a COVID-19 booster dose. If the booking service is busy, please try again later or search for a walk-in site. More info: nhs.uk/CovidVaccination
There will be more stalls than ever at the market on Saturday December, 11. Buxton Markets Chair, Ann Thompson said: “There’s a real buzz around our Christmas Market this year – we’ve had more stall bookings than ever before and it’s a great way to support local businesses and get your Christmas shopping done. Find out…
We’re looking for volunteers who are interested in being an anchor for our Zink TV YouTube channel! Please contact via email tom@zink.org.uk or telephone 07949538773 if you are interested! Feel free to share this post.
You can now pay for parking in High Peak Borough Council carparks using PayByPhoneUK
Derbyshire County Council have announced details of the new Household Support Fund to help families struggling this winter. You can already apply for up to 3 Emergency Cash Payments per year from the Derbyshire Discretionary Fund, but once these have been allocated, household can also apply for up to two payments of £64 per household,…
We raised over 300 pounds during #elfday on December 3rd many thanks to all who donated still time to donate via the just giving link
A Christmas Pizza Party is held for those who are age 18 – 29 to celebrate Christmas and find joy! There will be an open fire outside as well as Pizza, Games and Hot Chocolate – bring a blanket and warm clothes although we will be heading indoors if too cold. Click on the link…
LAKE OF LIGHTS ANNOUNCEMENT We are pleased to announce that with the support of the Pavilion Gardens we have managed to re-schedule our Lake of Lights event and it will now take place this coming Sunday 12th December. The event will start at the earlier time of 4.30pm, when lights can be collected from us…
Did you know, volunteering for an organisation like Buxton Baby Bank looks great on your CV and University Application? It’s also great fun, you can meet new people and learn new skills! If you have a few hours to spare and would like to join us, send us a message or email us at buxtonbabybank@gmail.com…
Buxton Fringe regrets that owing to circumstances beyond their control and concerns about Covid, the Christmas Party on Saturday December 11th is cancelled, to be replaced by an event in Spring which will highlight entries for Fringe 2022. This will be in addition to a planned programme launch party in early June.
Every community has felt the impact of Covid, and having dedicated places to reflect and remember lost loved ones is an important part of the recovery process. Last week High Peak Borough Council planted 13 oak trees around High Peak to provide a lasting legacy and to recognise and acknowledge all the ways in which…
We are pleased to announce that with the support of the Pavilion Gardens we have managed to re-schedule our Lake of Lights event and it will now take place this coming Sunday 12th December. The event will start at the earlier time of 4.30pm, when lights can be collected from us at the Kiosk at…
Alan’s Challenge saw Alan Thompson complete all 19 of the Peak District’s toughest mountain bike routes – raising £7520 – which will be used to help families across Buxton and the surrounding area. The money has been split between Buxton Street By Street, Connex Community Support and The Breadline Thank you so much Alan, it…
Crossroads Derbyshire BBC Radio 4 Money Box focuses on economic and financial abuse. Lots of information and advice on where to seek help. If you need support in Derbyshire call 08000 198 668. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0012176 Financial Abuse Money Box How do you recognise and stop financial and economic abuse? Tweet @Moneybox or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk
This Friday (3rd December), for the 4th year, Morrisons Buxton will be taking part in #elfday raising funds for the Alzheimer’s Society. If you cannot call in on Friday please donate via the just giving page.
What am I entitled to if there’s a power cut? There are rules that electricity companies have relating to how quickly they restore power after a power cut. If these rules aren’t met, you could be due compensation. Power cuts due to severe weather If you live in Wales, England or Scotland, your rights to…
Sign up in the link.. 5 Questions to join Mondays Group 7-9pm. Offering a free, Confidential space. It’s non clinical with experienced facilitators https://www.mentell.org.uk/signup
Connex Community Support A quick reminder that our first Park Pootle of the winter takes place next Wednesday 1 December at 2pm at the Pavilion gardens in Buxton. If you are over 65 and looking for some safe, gentle exercise and friendly company, why not join us? These 30 minute gentle walks are free and…
POSTPONED! With icy weather forecast for this weekend, the Town Team have revised their plans for putting up the decorations… Thanks to all those who were going to join us on Sunday – the new date is Thursday morning (December 2nd), meeting outside Turner’s Memorial at 10am – we’re assured by Buxton Weather Watch that…
Apologies but Storm Arwen is on its way and due to hit us overnight and tomorrow, with very strong winds and possibly snow as well. So it’s not safe to have a market on Saturday. All being well we will be back to normal on Tuesday. Stay safe, see you then.
Getting ready for the Dickensian Market at the Pavilion Gardens on Saturday. These are a few photos of some of our wide and varied projects. Come along and say hello. We are looking forward to seeing you there.
We now have a giving tree in the store. Simply pick up a bauble with the value of one, two or five pounds on. This money will then go to waste not want at the URC to spend on items they need in store. Please pick up a bauble and give what you can.
Welcome to this year’s Living Advent Calendar page… Only 7 days to go before we open our first Living Advent Window!!! Please check back in on 1st December when the location of the first window will be revealed. Don’t worry if you can’t get out to see the windows in person, a picture of the…
Children’s Xmas craft afternoon this Sunday 12 noon til 5pm at The New Inn. Bring the little ones along to make Xmas decorations and cards.
Just 3 weeks until the fire is lit & our legendary firewalkers face the flames. Please click on this link below to sign up, and start raising money for Peter’s treatment.
Believe it or not, there are over 1.5M elderly people in the country who will be celebrating Christmas alone and this could be for various reasons. So this year we, at The Chakra Lounge – Buxton, will be donating 10p on every order made, be it dine-in, takeaway or delivery, from the 1st of November…
Scammers are hoping to cash in on any confusion around the end of pandemic restrictions – watch out for these fake emails and texts. To read the full story visit here.
Down at the Pavilion Gardens it’s all getting very exciting! From Saturday 20th to Sunday 5th December there will be ice skating, food & drink and Christmas stalls on the Promenade and Santa’s Grotto in the Octagon. To join in the fun, the artists at Gallery in the Gardens will be staying open late every night to 8pm, for…
If you enjoy walking, but want a more relaxed pace, then Snail Blazers could be the group for you. Snail Blazers is a new walking initiative for anyone with physical and or mental health limitations. Run by Buxton resident Debs, Snail Blazers will meet every two weeks starting on Wednesday 24th November at 11am (Meet…
NEW SESSION TIMES! I’m so excited to announce that the new weekly session times from 25th November are… 10am – 11am 11.15am – 12.15pm 1pm – 2pm Thursdays at Buxton Community Church For ages 0 – 5 yrs Book here: https://www.happity.co.uk/…/baby-groups-buxton-buxton… (ASD/SEN friendly sessions are not affected and still run on the first Thursday of…
Buxton Field Club’s next talk Saturday 27th November 7.00pm St. Kilda & the Hebrides – cruising to the Edge of the World Sara Frost from Nature Trek (Zoom link sent to club members. Livestream on Buxton Field Club youtube channel for non-members) In a world where long-haul travel is now so accessible, it can be…
In a spectacular first for the Bucks, their second-round tie with Morecambe will be televised live on BBC One. After their historic defeat of York City in the first round of the FA Cup, Buxton will face League One club Morecambe, at Silverlands on Saturday, 4 December at 12:45 GMT. The FA broadcast fee for…
Visit Buxton Museum and Art Gallery Buxton is fortunate enough to have one of the best local authority museums in the UK and unlike many small museums, still benefits from having a paid team of friendly experts. As well as having a permanent display of artefacts from the Peak District’s varied and eccentric past, they…
A year after the coronavirus pandemic swept through Derbyshire, the economic impact is still being felt right across the county, with many businesses still counting the cost and people who lost their jobs still looking for work. But while many sectors continue to struggle, there has been a huge increase in people setting up their…
With the festive season fast approaching, Buxton & Leek College apprenticeship team have launched their annual ‘Christmas Fair 2021’, packed full of competitions for all the community to enter, and great prizes up for grabs. The BLC Christmas Fair is quickly becoming a festive tradition for local crafters to get creative, and those with an…
Stewart Medical Centre Using the right service for your illness or condition can help you and others get the treatment needed quickly and effectively. There are many conditions and ailments that can be better treated by a pharmacist, by getting advice from 111 or simply by self care at home. Please think before you call,…
Only 6 days to go to the Buxton Christmas Lights switch on in the Crescent Crescent stage running order just confirmed 2.30pm – Billerettes 3pm – Kaleidoscope community choir – Buxton Opera House/Buxton International Festival 3.30pm – Mad Hatters Music Youth Choir 4pm – local indie band ‘Not Ned’ 5pm – Emmerdales favourite police man…
The Green Man Gallery As the nights draw in we’re excited with our plans for this year’s Winter Emporium which opens next Friday (19th November) at our 9th Birthday Party. All are welcome at any time between 5.30 and 9.30pm. The gallery will be filled with lights and greenery and there’ll be live music, drinks,…
We have Christmas jumpers and party wear in all sizes and colours at Buxton Baby Bank! These will be available on a ‘pay as you feel’ basis at our coffee morning this Saturday! We will have lots of other baby clothing and equipment to buy as well All proceeds to go to our Christmas toy…
Xmas cards. Handpainted and printed by me! Shop local! Help out small businesses. £2 each or 3 for £5 . Free local delivery or postage available x By Francesca Gregory on Facebook
A new public health behaviours campaign ‘Stop COVID-19 hanging around’ has launched demonstrating the importance of simple actions, and how they reduce the risks of catching COVID-19 this winter; such as ventilation, face coverings and testing.
Nominate your ‘pandemic hero’ to be treated to a luxury 3-course dinner at the Devonshire Dome In connection with National Apprenticeship Week 2022 (Feb 7th to 13th), Buxton & Leek College catering apprentices will be putting on a meal to showcase their skills to the local community. The apprenticeship team at BLC have decided to give…
We are very excited to invite you to our community coffee morning on Saturday 13th Nov. Rachel Slyfield will be there offering hand massages and we will be raising funds for our Christmas toy drive We look forward to seeing you all Team Baby Bank
Do you want to be involved in your local parish or local church? You don’t have to attend on a Sunday to join in with the events and activities that are happening. I am interested to know what you are interested in… some of the things listed on the electronic form are already happening in…
This is me for sure What I love about our yoga classes is that everyone has different body shapes, different levels of strength and flexibility, different niggly areas, and we all do yoga in a way that’s right for us. Classes are suitable for the beginner, so you’ll find no fancy headstands, not even a…
Morrison’s Buxton are starting a christmas toy and gift appeal this week The supermarket workers are backing an appeal by domestic abuse charity Crossroads Derbyshire for new good quality children’s toys to make sure everyone gets a Christmas present this year. Crossroads Derbyshire is a voluntary organisation and registered charity dedicated to helping women and…
Save the date! We’ll be celebrating our 9th birthday on Friday 19th November and we would love you to join us. We’ll be unveiling this year’s Winter Emporium to inspire your gift giving and there’ll be a 10% discount on everything purchased at the party. It’s a free event with food & drink in return…
After a long wait, this Christmas pantomime returns to Buxton Opera House with a spectacular production of Aladdin. Aladdin opens at Buxton Opera House on Saturday 11th December 2021 and runs until Saturday 1st January 2022. Find out more about the cast and show here
This Christmas we will be delivering Christmas Dinner Hampers to folk in financial difficulties as well as delivering Christmas Dinners to those who need from The Tradesmans Cafe, Buxton. The Cafe will also have a sit in option for those that don’t want to eat alone and have a lovely dinner served with Fairfield Brass…
AGM: Please come along to our open-to-all AGM on Wednesday November 17th at 7pm for 7.30pm at the Green Man Gallery in Buxton. There will be wine and nibbles and a chance to meet the team. A normal committee meeting will follow at 8pm in the same venue.
Fantastic feedback from yesterday’s Autism and Additional Needs Friendly session I am so pleased to be able to provide a safe and happy play experience for these families. The next one is 2nd December 3.45pm and can be booked here: https://www.happity.co.uk/…/buxton-community-church-02…
Every year at The Chakra Lounge, we initiate acts of giving back in the last two months for everything good that we had received all through the year. 2020 was a year that shook all of us. But, 2021 has been a year of realization and revival. If the past two years have taught us…
Buxton Field Club’s next talk (for bumblebee lovers!) Pollinating the Peak Saturday 13th November Zoom (members). Buxton Field Club youtube channel livestream https://tinyurl.com/35337jmb (non-members) 7.00pm Join Andrew Joly, one of the local volunteers for The Bumblebee Conservation Trust, for an introduction to the wonderful world of bumblebees, the work of the Pollinating the Peak team, and the…
Not to be missed! New organiser! Buxton Fireworks Spectacular on Sunday 7th November at the Cricket Ground, Park Road, Buxton! Bigger and Better with a new and improved format, much improved fairground, two firework displays, various hot food vendors, bar, music and family entertainment! Gates open 4pm 4pm until 5pm – Happy hour – All…
How can you resist this face? Janet is such a fab Zumba instructor, she always puts people at ease, is friendly and loves to dance! It doesn’t matter if you don’t have the moves, as long as you’re moving and having fun! At one point in my life I had a completely preconceived idea of…
This year we hope to give a gift of new pyjamas and a toy to all the children who have used our services over the last year and we need your help! This year is going to be tough for many families with the cost of living going up and covid effecting people’s incomes. Christmas…
Wanna have this much fun that your jumping for joy? I mean.. Want to burn calories (up to 600 per class!), and get in some cardio and toning exercise? Then come and join us for Clubbercise!! A work out that’s just like a night out, but no heels and no hangovers! 90’s to current club…
Entry / Cost: Session entry prices are currently £5 per person plus just £1.50 for skate hire if required (unless you are bringing your own skates). A family ticket for up to 2 adults and 3 children is £20 (saving up to £10 per session) plus £1.50 each for skate hire if required. Spectators are free…
It can get pretty chilly during winter out in the Peak District and Derbyshire but the landscape here and the views on offer are just as beautiful in the colder months, where the rolling moors and tough climbs can offer some lovely days out and a break away from it all. Here’s our pick of…
Could you design the artwork for the cover of next year’s Buxton Festival Fringe programme? See buxtonfringe.org.uk for details.
Less than one week until Big Buxton Conversation Two on Monday 8th November, 2:30-5:30pm in the Methodist Church on the Market Place. Open to everyone in Buxton. Free, including yummy goodies at break time from Pig&Pepper. Our town, our community, our future. Please register to help us know how many pastries and chairs we will…
November-December booking open! Click on the picture of your chosen class and follow the links in the text to book. Please note: NEW TIMES for Pre-schoolers 2yrs+ 11am Babies 0-1yrs 12.30pm The term is 7 weeks, November to December (Siblings under 12m go free with an older child and don’t require a ticket.) Trinity Church,…
Looking for gift inspiration? A last-minute bauble? Among a raft of special festive events you’ll find fine foodie gifts, hand-crafted pressies and usually a bit of glühwein to help you get into that merry spirit as well as markets being held in some truly stunning locations too. Here’s our pick of the best Christmas…
The Peak District and Derbyshire is seemingly rife with tales of ghosts, ghouls and strange apparitions with many locations telling legendary stories of strange going-on and bumps in the dark! Click here to read our pick of some the most notorious in the area…
There’s nothing like putting on your winter warmies, standing round a big hot bonfire and watching fireworks magically light up the sky! Remember to take care if you’re using fireworks at home and keep pets indoors if you can around this time, but most of all…enjoy! Here’s our usual handy guide of a round up…
How do vaccines produce immunity? Vaccines offer both short and long-term protection or ‘immunity’ against infectious diseases. In the days and weeks following vaccination, there is an initial surge in immune cells and antibodies that act as the ‘frontline fighters’ against a foreign invader in the body, such as a virus.1 Over time, these ‘frontline fighters’…
Not to be missed! New organiser! Buxton Fireworks Spectacular on Sunday 7th November at the Cricket Ground, Park Road, Buxton! Bigger and Better with a new and improved format, much improved fairground, two firework displays, various hot food vendors, bar, music and family entertainment! Gates open 4pm 4pm until 5pm – Happy hour – All…
Still needs some volunteers to sell poppies in Morrisons for the next couple of weeks. Please contact Lily (details below).
We invite children & young people under the age of 18, who have experienced the death of a loved one, to join us to create a beautiful tea light holder and remember the special person that has died. Facilitated by our Children & Young Peoples Counsellor, this workshop is an opportunity to meet with others…
What a weekend that was. A massive thank you to all that attended on the 23rd/24th October, we do appreciate your support. Dont forget we have our final meeting of the season on the 7th November, We are having our Big Bonfire as normal plus £5000 Firework display & Monster Trucks.
We’re hosting our very first Halloween Party just for kids and YOU’RE invited !!!! Ghoulish face painting, party games & prize for scariest monster. -£5 per child *under 2’s go free* –Mini buffet available *please make a member of the team aware of any allergens prior to arrival* -Bookings only
As both a long-term resident and paranormal investigator, I’ve been struck by the lack of ghostly goings-on in Buxton. Given the antiquity of the place, you would expect entire legions of spooks to be marching around its historic streets. That said, there are certain locations that do seem to crop up regularly in my investigations…
Clubbercise and Zumba go all Halloweeny this week! eeeee! Exciting! Newcomers always welcome…. If you dare… moihahaha!!!!! Optional fancy dress Weekday classes at St Thomas More School Saturday class at Burbage Primary School
This October, Jessica Smith is walking 100 miles to raise money for Breast Cancer Now! Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate £5 or £500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support. This challenge is about getting as many people as possible active and involved in raising awareness and funds for…
Find out what we have been doing and future plans or even put forward your own ideas at the Action Group’s ‘Welcome and Welcome Back’ event. It is taking place at the Pump Room on Thursday 28th October. Members and non-members welcome. The event will get underway at 7pm and refreshments will be provided. Visit…
Do you live, work, study, run a business, or own a property in Buxton? If yes, we want to hear from you. The Big Buxton Conversation, episode two is face to face Monday 8 November 2:30-5:30pm (the first session was online in April). Our town, our future, our community.
SATURDAY 30th OCTOBER FREE Introduction to E-BIKES Would you like to get out and about more but concerned that cycling might be too strenuous? Come and try out an e-bike, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. They are perfect for those with health or fitness issues, looking for a gentle, outdoor activity. Perhaps you want to use…
Our popular coffee morning for over 65’s is back! Why not give it a go?
Introduction to Stage Lighting & Sound (Ages 12-17) Join a member of the technical team at Buxton Opera House for a hands on introduction to sound and lighting. During this 3 hour session you will have an exclusive look backstage and discover how lighting and sound design works from a professional technician. Places are free…
Still need some volunteers to sell poppies if you can spare even just a couple of hours first two weeks in November we would most appreciate it. Please contact Lilly details below
https://explorebuxton.co.uk/haunted-places-in-the-peak-district/ The Peak District and Derbyshire is seemingly rife with tales of ghosts, ghouls and strange apparitions with many locations telling legendary stories of strange going-on and bumps in the dark! Here’s our pick of some the most notorious in the area… 1. THE LEGLESS SOLDIER AT THE CASTLE HOTEL, CASTLETON The Castle Hotel is highly…
https://www.facebook.com/tradesmans Hello you happy Halloweener”s , Stanley skeleton has lots of pumpkins to give to little tricksters. Come in and say hello, take a pumpkin home and decorate it for Stanley. We will put it in our window and everyone gets a special treat. For every pumpkin we get, we will donate £1, to the…
Buxton Field Club’s next talk: Tea and Tigers – Wildlife in Rural India and Nepal – Steve Price Saturday 30th October 7.00pm (on zoom for members, youtube livestream non-members) Over the past decade Steve Price and his wife have holidayed in India and Nepal on four occasions. During these visits they resided mostly with rural…
Your Council Your Voice 2021 We all use council services so make sure you have your say. Tell us which services are important to you and where you’d spend the budget. Take the online survey today for a chance to win £100. Click on link: https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/council/have-your-say/consultation-search/consultation-details/your-council-your-voice-2021.aspx
British Transport Police would like to hear about your experience of rail travel. If you’d like to take part in this survey, please scan the QR code or use this link: https://online1.snapsurveys.com/…/1dba64df-25df-45be…
Did I ever think I would lose my child, to suicide, my only Son… No But the fact of the matter is .. I have.. Did I ever think I would learn, grow & change the lives of other men… No But the fact of the matter is .. I have.. Proud of that.. MENTELL..…
buxtonadvertiser.co.uk Buxton man’s memory calendars helping people across the country who are living with dementia Unique memory calendars created by a Buxton man who cared for his wife while she lived with dementia are now being sold all over the country. Keith Horncastle created the memory calendar to assist his wife Val, who had dementia, but…
Not long to go now until our Firework Spectacular! Don’t forget to get your tickets in advance and save yourself time and money advance tickets are available from Buxton Opera House and you can also buy online at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/j-c-novelties Not to be missed! New organiser! Buxton Fireworks Spectacular on Sunday 7th November at the Cricket…
explorebuxton.co.uk 11 Things To Do In Autumn & Winter In The Peak District & Derbyshire Updated for 2021 Autumn & Winter In The Peak District – Snowboarding, cycling, brewery tours, cute animals and more – click on the link above
Looking for gift inspiration? A last-minute bauble? Among a raft of special festive events you’ll find fine foodie gifts, hand-crafted pressies and usually a bit of glühwein to help you get into that merry spirit as well as markets being held in some truly stunning locations too… Here’s our pick of the best Christmas Markets…
Our little village is such a bright & happy place to play when the days get colder. BOOK NOW for this Thursday here: https://www.happity.co.uk/…/baby-groups-buxton-buxton…
This week, we are supporting Ava’s Chain of Kindness, a campaign run in loving memory of Ava, who sadly passed away at just two years old on Mother’s Day last year, after being diagnosed with leukaemia at 24 months old. After receiving support from our charity partner @youngLivesvsCancer her family set up the chain to…
3 Dad’s Walking are passing through Buxton tomorrow raising awareness for suicide prevention. You may have heard of a certain Mr Bond generously supporting their cause last week. You can also donate here: https://www.3dadswalking.uk Check out the route here and give em a cheer as they pass. https://live.opentracking.co.uk/3dads21/
Buxton church to create wave of light as part of Baby Loss Awareness Week A Buxton church is turning pink and blue as part of Baby Loss Awareness Week. For the second year running St Mary’s Church on Bath Road is lighting up its windows to remember babies who have sadly been lost. And on…
Entrepreneurs offered post-COVID help and funding as High Peak joins exciting new Vision Derbyshire partnership Now, a partnership of local authorities across Derbyshire, including High Peak Borough Council, have joined forces to launch Vision Derbyshire in order to encourage more people living locally to set up their own companies too. Called the ‘Vision Derbyshire Business…
Here’s a really powerful video from Women’s Aid. Violence against women and girls has been going on for far too long. We know that not all men commit violence against women and girls, but all men must be part of the solution. #AllMen Please watch and share: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT2LbqtyYKQ
Adult Readers Group Join us for Platform 3’s very own “Book Club”, every Tuesday during term time in the Dress Circle Bar. A light hearted and refreshing opportunity to explore new novels and plays or revisit your favourite ones. https://buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/event/adult-readers-group
It can get pretty chilly during winter out in the Peak District and Derbyshire but the landscape here and the views on offer are just as beautiful in the colder months, where the rolling moors and tough climbs can offer some lovely days out and a break away from it all. Here’s our pick of…
There’s nothing like putting on your winter warmies, standing round a big hot bonfire and watching fireworks magically light up the sky! Remember to take care if you’re using fireworks at home and keep pets indoors if you can around this time, but most of all…enjoy! Here’s our usual handy guide of a round up…
Buxton Town Team Welcome and Welcome Back Meeting Thursday 28th October – 18:30 (for 7pm start) – The Pump Room. The perfect chance to find out what we do, put forward your own project ideas and get involved.
Collecting Lateral Flow Tests from the chemist has changed so you now need a ‘Collect Code’ These can be got online, or for anyone without online access a code can be got by calling 119 https://test-for-coronavirus.service.gov.uk/collect…
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Come and join us at Fairfield Brownies! We have lots of fun, do lots of interesting activities like learning first aid skills and have new badges such as local history and mindfulness. We have a varied programme and would love to meet you. Message leader Anna for further information on meeting day and times .
On Sunday the Green Man Gallery is opening its doors for Leon’s Light, a day to pay tribute to 17-year-old Leon Thompson who sadly died in March this year. But as well as remembering the Buxton teenager there is also help and support to reach out to other young people who may be having mental health difficulties.…
I am helping my colleagues with homeless shelters and collecting this year and wondered if anyone is willing to help by donating new gloves, scarf woolly hats and selection boxes ( bit of Xmas) Also can collect travel cups/mugs and other useful outdoor items. (Sorry I can’t take second hand or used due to covid).…
Following the inspirational online Big Buxton Conversation in April we are delighted to invite you to Big Buxton Conversation Two. Monday 8 November, 2:30-5:30pm, face to face in the Methodist Church on the Market Place. Free including goodies from Pig & Pepper bakery for the coffee break. Everyone who lives, works, studies, runs a business…
Local businesses, stallholders and food and drink vendors required for our Christmas Wonderland Cabins Get in touch now at pavilion.gardens@parkwood-leisure.co.uk to book your stall as spaces are limited!
As you all know every Christmas we aim to provide and help as many people celebrate Christmas in our community as possible and this Christmas will be no different. – with more people in need with ever increasing costs , and job losses we will be here to lend a helping hand to anyone who…
Buxton Field Club talks are starting again Saturday 16th October at 7.00pm with Why did the hedgehog cross the road? Hugh Warwick is an author, ecologist, spokesperson for the BHPS and Visiting Fellow at Oxford Brookes University. https://www.hughwarwick.com/books/ His illustrated talk will answer the question of why the hedgehog had to cross the road, and will…
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The Breadline Do you live in Buxton and need to apply for emergency financial support? The referral form is online and can be found here – https://www.thebread-line.co.uk/referral/ THEBREAD-LINE.CO.UK
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Buxton Crescent Heritage Experiences Call for Volunteers to help shape the future of the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust With Covid-19 lockdowns hopefully behind us, many people are getting back out of the house and into society. If you are the type of person who wants to make the best use of their free time have…
MENTELL Thanks Buxton’s 19Th Hole, Cavendish Golf Club, Leewood Hotel & Dove Holes Cricket Club.. Tomorrow starts the new week to ‘Turn Your Bar Blue’ raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide To join the Campaign to support men in your community sign your pub up in the link https://www.mentell.org.uk/campaigns/turn-your-bar-blue MENTELL’s ‘Turn Your…
Morrisons Buxton Community Champion The Poppy Appeal will soon be starting anyone with any spare time first couple of weeks in November to sell poppies in Morrisons please contact lily details below
Funny Wonders is at Buxton, Peak District. Our Changing Faces project is back! The project aims to support young people aged 11-18yrs in Buxton who face daily difficulties or disadvantage. We run creative, after-school workshops, 3.30pm-5pm, on Tuesdays at The Green Man Gallery (behind Buxton Museum) on Hardwick Square South – they are restarting NEXT WEEK on…
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Busy Little Monsters: pop-up play village Brrrr! Our warm and cosy little play village is back THIS THURSDAY 7th October Buxton Community Church, London Road with lots of space to play at all sessions, including our monthly Autism friendly session suitable for all children (up to 8yrs) who prefer a lower-stimulus environment to play. Warm…
Carina Outdoors NEW DATES As promised, more details. As part of Cycling UK‘s Big Bike Revival I currently have 2 FREE sessions to help people get back into biking; bikes are provided, if required. Saturday 9th October – easy, flat ride suitable for nervous or less confident riders. Saturday 16th October – introduction to electric…
Please message me if you would like to join our new High Peak Guide Dogs Fundraising Group or just to find out more about us. No big time commitment required and lots of fun ways to get involved in whatever way suits you. @Frances Sussex on facebook
A new film inspired by memories of Spring Gardens will be projected on to the former M&S building in Buxton this weekend. ‘Capturing the Moment’ is a 10-minute film inspired by local people and their memories of Spring Gardens. Using stories and photographs, interwoven with the fantastical imaginary creatures that might live inside the boarded-up…
TW – Baby Loss 9th – 15th October is Baby Loss Awareness Week. The lovely people at St Mary’s Church in Buxton are, for the 2nd year running, lighting up their windows in blue and pink for the whole week in support of BLAW. There will be a remembrance board placed in the grounds. If…
Buxton International Festival returns for the weekend this Autumn As the leaves begin to fall from the trees and the nights start to draw in, it seems like a very long time until next Summer and festival season in Buxton, or does it? When it comes to beating those Autumn blues, the Buxton International Festival…
Good Morning All! Happy 1st OCTOBER! Do you keep meaning to book on to classes? Have you been attending every week and deserve a treat ? USE OUR DISCOUNT CODE: OCTOBER10 AT THE CHECKOUT TO APPLY 10% OFF YOUR CLASSES FOR OCTOBER! Take a look at our timetable: B U X T O N Tuesday…
New Derbyshire non profit SENsational Abilities organisation coming soon! Striving for a less stigmatised, more understanding community of SEN needs. Take a look at our website, page and work in progress!
Calling all barbers and hairdressers – free training course! 4th October 2021 This is a great opportunity for barbers and hairdressers to feel confident to have a conversation about mental health with their customers. The first course starts next week and there are spaces left. This training is free but anyone interested does need to…
When the pandemic hit, the NHS had to pause lots of people’s treatment. They’re now working hard to get everyone the care they need, but many people are still waiting. It’s vital that the NHS provides people with appropriate support and information to help them look after their health and wellbeing while they wait for…
If anyone can spare a few hours during the first couple of weeks in November to sell poppies, please contact Lilly (details below). Thankyou
Capturing the Moment is a dazzling 10-minute film inspired by local people and their memories of Spring Gardens. Using stories and photographs, interwoven with the fantastical imaginary creatures that might live inside the boarded-up buildings, this 10-minute film captures the unique story of Spring Gardens. Capturing the Moment was created by Babbling Vagabonds…
After a very (very) long time away, we’re back (hopefully for good) with our fun and free half term crafts activities in the Buxton Pump Room. No need to book, just turn up and get involved with a fab range of Crescent Crafts exploring Buxton’s fascinating History. With Halloween at the end of the week,…
High Peak School & Sport Partnership have teamed up with a similar partnership in Australia to develop a virtual competition format. The first one is Cross Country – you can walk, run or a mixture of the 2 and there are different distances too depending on ability levels and age. Children and young people can…
Are you excitedly getting ready to welcome a new member to your family? We’ve got lots of top tips from antenatal advice to car seat safety here. Happy planning.
So excited to launch this. Please do get in touch if you would benefit from this. We would also love to hear from those that want to join in with us and get cooking! Contact us by phone 01298 73920, email pastorolliebcc@outlook.com on Facebook or here.
Thanks for all the messages of support following the theft of some essential items at Zink’s new HQ. Obviously staff and volunteers are upset about it and it means more work raising funds and delays in opening some of the services intended to support people in our community who are having a tough time either…
Zink and High Peak Foodbank The new Zink HQ was broken into some time after 4pm yesterday (Sunday). The following items were stolen: Adexa Freestanding deep fat fryer 3kw Adexa Insect killer (chemical free) Adexa 10 litre kettle (black) Adexa Panini contact grill Adexa stainless steel Handwash sink with paper towel and soap dispenser Adexa…
This type of harassment is behaviour of a sexual nature that: violates your dignity makes you feel intimidated, degraded or humiliated creates a hostile or offensive environment This behaviour can be verbal, non-verbal, physical, and can take place online and offline. It is never the fault of the person who is targeted, it can have…
Busy Little Monsters: pop-up play village Next week Thursday 7th October Autism and Additional needs friendly session 3.45pm https://www.happity.co.uk/…/buxton-community-church-07… All 0-5yr sessions are also back on 7th October 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm https://www.happity.co.uk/…/baby-groups-buxton-buxton…
Hi everyone, We have some free dog training should anyone need help with their dogs behaviour. As I filled up very quickly for bookings, I was still being asked for advice on dogs who were under socialised or misbehaving due to less professional training So, I decided to hand out some valuable starting points to…
I am holding a zoom dementia friends sessions this week on Tuesday at 1230 https://www.dementiafriends.org.uk/WEBSessionDetails… book into sessions on the links above Dementia Friends To become a Dementia Friend, all you need to do is understand five key messages that we think everyone should know about dementia, and then commit to taking a dementia-friendly action…
Buxton Civic Association Next Sunday a blast or two from the distant past is coming to Pooles Cavern and BCA Grinlow Woods. Brilliant Bronze Age at Poole’s Cavern! In true Bronze Age style, two journeying bronze smiths are visiting Buxton to ply their trade casting 1000°C liquid metal to make axe heads in the same…
I am holding a couple of zoom dementia friends sessions next week on Monday at 2pm and Tuesday at 1230 https://www.dementiafriends.org.uk/WEBSessionDetails… https://www.dementiafriends.org.uk/WEBSessionDetails… Once you’ve become a Dementia Friend you might be aware of some changes you could make to benefit people living with dementia. From making a phone call to someone who could use a…
Quick update for info: As of Monday 4th October, our Buxton office Transport Department phonelines will be open for an extra hour. The new phone line times will be 9.30am – 3pm (closed over lunch as normal between 12.30pm and 1pm). Call 01298 23970 and ask for Transport if you are over 65 or disabled…
WE ARE 6 TODAY! WIN a full term of classes!! To celebrate Little Music Monsters‘ 6th birthday, I am giving away a FULL TERM of classes for November-December term! That’s 7 weeks of music classes completely FREE! To enter: Like this post Tag a friend in the comments Make sure you’re following the page so you…
The Poppy Appeal will shortly be with us anyone who can spare some times to sell poppies in morrisons in late October early November contact details below. Thanks Lilly Clements lclements@britishlegion.org.uk 07918 562 624
The Phone-Up Church service is now available – it updates every Friday. It is a local number so free of charge – or low cost. 10 minutes long. Soothing, calming, relaxing and spirit filled. Do pass this on to those who need a friendly voice to listen to… 01298 443 012
Our Changing Faces project is back! Our creative, after-school workshops, 3.30pm-5pm, on Tuesdays at The Green Man Gallery (behind Buxton Museum) on Hardwick Square South are restarting on 5th October 2021 and will run until 12th July 2022. The project aims to support young people aged 11-18yrs in Buxton who face daily difficulties or disadvantage.…
Who’s been to Buxton’s newest visitor attraction?! Derbyshire residents can exclusively receive 10% discount on the ticket prices The hot air ballon ride into Buxton is rather fun! If you’ve been you’ll now what we mean, if not… we’d highly recommend it Find out more here buxtoncrescentexperience.com/buxton-crescent-experience
Date for your diary: Zink will be at the Jobsfair on 29th September, Palace Hotel 10am – 2pm. Find out about the support Zink can offer to help you get the job you want!
Back in February 2020, Buxton Museum and Art Gallery launched their new paid workshop programme which was proved to be a roaring success with most of the upcoming spring and summer workshops selling out. Subsequently the pandemic quickly took hold and the majority of the sessions had to be cancelled. But now they’re back! And…
Back by popular demand, Crich Tramway Village in Derbyshire host their 4th Annual Classic Motorcycle Day on Sunday 3rd October. Organised in conjunction with the Vincent H.R.D Owners’ Club, the event combines the passions of vintage trams and classic motorcycles, offering a great family day out. Free entry is offered to owners of classic motorcycles built prior…
Do you know I run two rise and shine yoga classes each week? These sessions are only 20 minutes and set you up for the day! Online via Zoom so you can swoop in, swoop out and get on with the day, knowing you’ve already snuck in some exercise. Great for newbies and regular yogis…
‘Capturing the Moment’ is a dazzling 10-minute film inspired by local people and their memories of Spring Gardens. Using stories and photographs, interwoven with the fantastical imaginary creatures that might live inside the boarded-up buildings, this 10-minute film captures the unique story of Spring Gardens. The film will be projected onto the front of the…
Anyone available to sell poppies in Morrisons in late October/Early November, please contact Lilly Clements: lclements@britishlegion.org.uk or 07918 562 624
Theatre company Babbling Vagabonds have worked with local people and digital projection specialists Illuminos to create a 10 minute film ‘Capturing the moment’ which will be projected onto the former M&S building on the 1st and 2nd of October, between 8.00pm and 9.30pm.
10% off the cost of the new Visitor Experience at Buxton Crescent – check out the ‘EXPLORE BUXTON’ site for details: https://www.facebook.com/explorebuxton
Fun family challenges for Great Big Green Week. Email education@transitionbuxton.co.uk for more information about other competitions and to register for a prize.
Healthwatch Derbyshire The Tiny Tim Trust is a charity that provides equipment and resources for children (0-19 years) with special needs in Derbyshire. They may be able to help with funding towards a wide range of equipment and aids including buggies and car seats, sensory toys and IT equipment. For more info and to apply…
Cheaper advance tickets available now! Don’t miss out selling fast! Details below…Buxton Fireworks Spectacular Not to be missed! New organiser! Buxton Fireworks Spectacular on Sunday 7th November at the Cricket Ground, Park Road, Buxton! Bigger and Better with a new and improved format, much improved fairground, two firework displays, various hot food vendors, bar, DJ…
Buxton Police SNT Due to the popularity of our bike marking event in Buxton, we are asking everyone who wants to attend to please send the Buxton SNT Facebook page a message with your name and how many bikes you are bringing. We will then allocate you with a 10-minute time slot. The event is…
Transition Buxton Our Plastic Clever team are making great progress on our ambition to achieve Plastic Free Community status. Could you muck in and help? we need lots of folks to help get the messages out and make a difference. Pop along to the next meeting for a friendly welcome in the Old School Room…
This is what it looks like at first light at the market place on a Saturday morning. Getting ready for the food and drink monthly market. We have 42 stalls to set up this morning. Market opens at 9am. Pop and see us
Here’s the What’s on Guide for this weekend’s Woodland Festival at Elvaston Castle Country Park. You can download a copy from our web page or just save the photos to your phone. Please remember that it is cash only for the special event parking charge – £10 per day or £15 for both days –…
We have some volunteers in store today from Buxton rotary club helping us collect for young lives vs cancer please give what you can don’t forget you can add a pound donation at any till .#CCAM
Beautiful day here Pavilion Gardens We have a great selection of flowers, indoor plants available, bouquets made while you wait. All fresh direct from Holland at amazing prices. If your local today pop in to have a look. @Water Street, next to Buxton Opera House
Message me for a surprise code then visit https://derbyshirehandpaintedart.co.uk Lots of updated products, all handmade or hand-painted by me in Buxton. Shop Local and support small businesses Thank you Don’t forget your code
More than 100 people involved with Buxton Street by Street met on The Slopes in Buxton to receive their Beacon of Hope Award from Derbyshire County Council. The awards were set up to honour people who went out of their way to help others with the Buxton emergency response group formed in the early days…
September 25th at 11.00 a.m. in the Pavilion Gardens. Visit here for more information. .
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Getting short of plastic bags in the foodbank. If you have any to donate, please drop them off 1-3pm Tues – Fri at Buxton United Reformed Church or into one of the collection bins at Buxton supermarkets. Thanks!
Join us for our next FREE live webinar, Grow Your Own Grub on Thursday 16th September at 7pm . Book Your Free Webinar Ticket Now Derbyshire Wildlife Trust For more information on the Trust click here
Buxton Civic Society Need Your Help. Our woodlands are a valuable lifeline and source of recuperation to the folk of Buxton and beyond. But the trees need our help. This Saturday see’s the first of our BCA Stronger Roots – Bringing in the Seeds events. We need to collect many thousands of tree seeds to…
Funny Wonders are helping the Rotary Club of Buxton create a “rubbish waterfall” at their Autumn Fair on 25th September at the Pavilion Gardens to highlight pollution of our rivers and oceans. If you are coming along to the event, please bring us your old clear plastic bottles to help us create it. After the…
Go sober this October for Macmillan Cancer Support. We need you now, more than ever, so sign up today. https://www.gosober.org.uk/
SECONDARY SCHOOL APPLICATIONS are NOW OPEN – do you have a child who’s due to start secondary school next year? Applications will close at midnight on Sunday 31 October Apply for their place online here https://crowd.in/wrIjit
Tue 14 Sep – Tue 7 Dec, Dress Circle Bar, Buxton Opera House https://buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/event/adult-readers-group Join us for Platform 3’s very own “Book Club”, every Tuesday during term time. A light hearted and refreshing opportunity to explore new novels and plays or revisit your favourite ones. Sessions will involve: Ice breakers and introductions to each…
Flying the flag for all emergency services, in the Pavilion Gardens Buxton credit: @cloudybuxton
Do you want some support and encouragement to get out cycling? I am offering, FREE guided bike rides, bikes provided, from Parsley Hay. Below are the details for an adult ride on the 9th October. Get in touch if interested. As promised, more details. As part of Cycling UK‘s Big Bike Revival I currently have…
We’ve recently learnt that over 1/4 million people with a disability can not use a standard accessible toilet. We are so proud to announce that we can help that situation for people visiting Buxton and Pavilion Gardens. In partnership between High Peak Borough Council and Parkwood Leisure, work has now started on a Changing Places…
FREE ENTRY 34 charities/organisations have booked tables in Buxton Octagon supported by a day of family entertainment, food inside and in the Pavilion Gardens. There is an environment theme: “There is no planet B”. with displays from the Bogtastic Van, the Youth Environment Forum, Recycling Alliance Environment Services, The Energy Advice Van, Buxton Civic…
This evening we will be running our Breast Friends support group at the community hub. This group offers peer support, advice and information for those diagnosed with Breast Cancer. The focus is always about ‘what matters to you’. We discuss topics/issues that have been raised by people attending the group such as, dealing with uncertainty,…
Save the date!! Saturday 11th September. We all have our fingers crossed that all the recent problems that have been going on will be resolved soon. Both parties have been working together to resolve all the issues. The committee will be working together with the best interests of all members and for the future of…
Buxton Opera House are looking for 12 young dancers aged 8-12 to join our juvenile chorus for Aladdin! The closing date for applications is this Thursday 9 September, with auditions taking place on Saturday 11 September. Visit our website to read our FAQs and download an application form! https://buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/learning-engagement/juvenile-chorus-buxton-opera-house-pantomime?fbclid=IwAR2kD7iXeRXXVZq0Z2c2Ir03uZdBE4ajHviJwzm9cbns84OAbtgY6HxvQwQ
It’s time to ‘Turn Your Bar Blue’.. Many Thanks to the 400 pubs raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide Join the Campaign https://www.mentell.org.uk/campaigns/turn-your-bar-blue
Buxton Team Parish Wonderful to be part of the Buxton Wells Blessing service this afternoon. The sunshine came out just for us! Thanks to Christine Gould, Rev Liz England, Rev Andrew Parker, Rev CatrinHubbard BuxtonCurate, the Fairfield Band, the Mayor and the Mayoress and the Wells Dressing Queen. Thank you to the designers and creators…
All we can say is WOW! It’s wonderful to see our ancient Derbyshire well dressing tradition is back with us this year We think you’ll all agree this year’s design is an absolute winner! Such hard work by the team at Buxton Well Dressing ***Find out about tomorrows small procession*** (with band and Queens float)…
Our next Autism and Additional Needs friendly play session, for children up to 7 years, is Thursday 9th September 3.45pm at Buxton Community Church. A family ticket includes a household. https://www.happity.co.uk/little-monsters-buxton/buxton
Guidance around self-isolation if you’ve been in contact with someone with #COVID has changed. Full details can be found here https://crowd.in/YKQZVP
Who’s going this week/weekend? We are! There’s still some very limited ticket availability for the rest of the shows this week…we can’t wait to see this show having been rescheduled from 2020 #SupportYourTheatre #TheatresReopen Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage Buxton Opera House Read more: https://explorebuxton.co.uk/dirty-dancing-at-buxton…/
Do you have children starting back at school or college in the next couple of weeks? The Government is advising families to take lateral flow tests twice a week for the two weeks leading up to the new term. You can order lateral flow tests online or get them from: • Your local pharmacy or…
Have you had your say? There is still time to put forward your views about the draft whole-town sustainable travel plan. https://www.buxtontownteam.org/buxton-on-the-move
From September, for every £10 spent in store or online, you’ll get one Grow Token that your local school can then redeem for a wide range of gardening and growing equipment. Visit here for full information.
Its September… This month is about making a fresh start, its the beginning of a new academic year. The kids go back to school and its time for you to schedule your ‘me’ time in to your week by coming to class! We can’t wait to see you return. After a lovely summer we are…
From the most scrumptious cakes and stickiest buns to the creamiest gelato and heavenly sweets, if you’re craving a sugary pick-me-up in Buxton, you’re in luck. Our spa town is home to some of the best sweet treats you can find, so here is our pick of some of our favourites.
First class free with the code ‘ACCIDENTALFREEBIE’ Clubbercise and Zumba classes are taught in a darkened room with disco lights! Easy to follow dance fitness routines (cardio+toning) with Sue & Janet Clubbercise has epic club anthems from the 90’s to today with glow sticks! Not just trance, there’s the cheesy stuff too, as well as…
Was your child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011? Have you lost or forgotten about their Child Trust Fund? If so, it’s worth checking this WHICH article out. Read more here.
Here is 7 year old Working Guide Dog Percy visiting Buxton Morrisons during his holiday with us this week. He is with a 5 month old Guide Dog Puppy who is learning and 2 of the Morrisons team. We first took Percy to Morrisons when he was 2 months old and he spent his first…
2 days of Summer Holiday sessions complete! Thank you to everyone who booked and came along to play! The busy little village looked great at Trinity Church Buxton but we will be back at Buxton Community Church every Thursday from 9th September! Book here.
Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage is back, exploding with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing. Visit here for full information.
I am going to be doing a fundraiser for Macmillan Coffee Morning! Cupcakes will be available in boxes of 4/6/8/12/24 and all proceeds will go to Macmillan Available to order until 02/09/21 Collection will be 05/09/21 If you would like to order any cupcakes please visit here. I would love to raise as much as…
Help is out there, just ask . Hardship support (food, travel costs, mobile top-ups and other essentials always considered) provided often on the same day confidentially and discretely.
Professional photographer Tim Frost is well-known for his portrait work and wedding photography but opening a new studio in Terrace Road in Buxton reveals other talents that he is eager to share. For full article see here.
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There is another preloved uniform sale on Saturday at Buxton Market. I have lots of Community School and Buxton Junior School Uniform and plenty of school trousers and shirts as well as some PE kit and school shoes. I have only a few Buxton Infant School jumpers and don’t have any Burbage, St Ann’s or…
As part of the Wellness Project, Derbyshire Federation for Mental Health have free online courses available. You can find out more here – https://www.dfmh.co.uk/courses-workshops And book here – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/derbyshire-federation-for-mental-health-29631000175 FREE WORKSHOPS: Wellbeing in a ‘New Normal’ August 18th at 6.30pm ONLINE Understanding Grief & Loss …
Great news everyone!! Buxton Well Dressing 2021 – Saturday 4th September – Sunday 12 September Just St Ann’s well is being dressed this year, so that the volunteers can maintain social distancing. The design will commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Peak District National Park and also the buildings of Buxton to celebrate the 150th…
Funny Wonders Dear friends, Over the next few weeks we will be producing our project evaluation report about the Buxton Flowerpot Trail 2021. If anyone has any feedback for us – good, bad or otherwise – or ideas for next year, please message us or email hello@funnywonders.org.uk. Have you done the trail? Did you enjoy…
Eat in the Park: Last Chance to Grab Tickets for Buxton’s Biggest Event this Year! The weekend of Buxton’s first ever Eat in the Park festival is fast approaching. Those of us who’ve already bagged tickets for two days of food, drink and entertainment in Pavilion Gardens can barely contain our excitement. If you haven’t…
School holidays at Buxton Museum – what to see and things to do Since reopening in May 2021, Buxton Museum and Art Gallery have enjoyed a steady flow of visitors who have once again been able to enjoy its well known Wonders of the Peak gallery, brand new art exhibitions and a welcome return to family activities…
Self-isolation removed for double-jabbed close contacts from 16 August Adults and children will be free to return to work, attend school, and meet friends and family as the protection from vaccines replaces the need for contact isolation from Monday. From: Department of Health and Social Care and The Rt Hon Sajid Javid MP Published 11 August 2021…
Fun World on the Pavilion Gardens Promenade from Monday 9th August until Friday 20th August Sizzler twist family ride from Monday 9th August until Thursday 12th August crazy golf Friday 13th, Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th balloon modelling, facepainter and big bubbles on Tuesday 10th August
MENTELL are doing a Charity Ride out!!.. Next Saturday.. Meeting at The Square & Compass, Darley Dale.. for 11.30am Raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide Dust off ya leathers, the weather is gonna be dry.. #makeitbig #raisingawarenesstogether #canweget100bikers
Family Make and Takes: “Secret Gardens” by Buxton Museum and Art Gallery Have some family fun over the summer holidays, in our much-missed museum make and take sessions… About this event Family Make and Takes: “Secret Gardens” Did you know that the Pavilions in Buxton’s Pavilion Gardens, were first opened 150 years ago? What an…
Buxton Field Club’s final two events of the Summer: Waterswallows (with an optional Woo Dale extension). Buxton Saturday 14th August 10.00am start. Led by Simon Fussell Bonsall Moor slightly further afield but a guided, themed walk based on how lead mining has changed the landscape. Bonsall Sunday 22nd August 11.00am start. Further Details: Waterswallows is a…
Buxton Wild Weeks Moth Morning & Nature Table Free Event at Poole’s Cavern – Tuesday 10th August 10.30am-1pm Get close to nature – Meet the moths caught (without harm) in our traps in Grin Low Wood – Explore bones, feathers and insects at our fascinating Nature Table – Learn how to make a light trap…
explorebuxton.co.uk More Reasons to visit Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park this Summer Rated Buxton’s #1 attraction on Tripadvisor, the summer holidays bring us new family events and the café is back and better than ever before! More:
Which? SAFETY WARNING – DON’T BUY THIS TOY. We bought this Infinitoo magnetic building blocks toy from a seller on Amazon, and our safety tests found it wasn’t strong enough to withstand a standard impact test – with the magnets inside posing a swallowing and choking risk. The magnets were almost four times too strong.…
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Year 5 or 6 girls wanted for our brand new team! Come & join us at silverlands 4G stadium, Buxton, on Thursdays, 6-7pm!! Entering the Cheshire league for the 21/22 season!!
Volunteer Needed – Saturday 14th Aug Wirksworth. Help with Video Live Stream. I run a small charity and I’m Buxton based, on Saturday 14th August we are hosting our first in person event since 2019 at the Mount Cook Adventure Centre in Wirksworth and as we are keeping numbers low, we are offering a hybrid…
Simon Barlow Meet Ciaran Barr. Someone posted a comment about the state of St Anne’s well in Buxton and Ciaran took it upon himself to do something about it. So, Friday evening, when most of his peers are in the pub or watching Netflix, I found Ciaran, armed with his scrubbing brush, cleaning the well.…
You’ve probably heard that Buxton’s most famous landmark building, the Crescent has recently re-opened to the public, following years of challenging restoration. Designed by John Carr of York in the 18th century, the impressive monument is considered to be one of the most architecturally significant in the country and represents the heart of Buxton. explorebuxton.co.uk Buxton…
Transition Buxton Our Plastic Clever team are asking local businesses and community organisations to let us know if you have or could commit to eliminating 3 or more single use items from your operations. If your answer is yes, we can count you towards our target to achieve‘Plastic Free Community status and give you a…
Buxton Field Club’s final two events of the Summer: Waterswallows (with an optional Woo Dale extension). Buxton Saturday 14th August 10.00am start. Led by Simon Fussell Bonsall Moor slightly further afield but a guided, themed walk based on how lead mining has changed the landscape. Bonsall Sunday 22nd August 11.00am start. Details Waterswallows is a disused basalt quarry that has not…
This Saturday Sarah is running a preloved school uniform stall as there are lots of families are in need of uniform for September. Just donate what you can afford. Any money raised will be given to the PTAs of Buxton Schools. If you have any items of good quality usable school uniform including shoes you…
Enjoy this unique day out with the super events of The Eight Tonne Tractor Pull, The Peak District Dinnie Stone Challenge, The Tossing of the Caber, The GIANT Stone Throw & The 120kg Log Press. It’s a super line up of leading strongmen, including Scott Mark Litchfield, Mark Thomson, Ashton ‘The Bear’ Reid, Jake Rideout,…
A door, an arch, a creaking gate, a crooked path to a sinister statue or a picnic with mice…who knows at waits in a secret garden…Plans are shaping up for the Make and Take workshops Buxton Museum and Art Gallery this Thursday……. making pop-up secret gardens.
Titania, the Queen of the Fairies needs you! If you are aged between 8–12 years old, interested in performance, dance and drama and would like to be part of Titania’s fairy gang, then this opportunity is for you! Moving Stories in collaboration with Buxton Opera House are bringing A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare…
Young Lives vs Cancer North West Fundraising are recruiting volunteers to collect in September in both Chapel and Buxton stores sign up on the link below, thank you www.younglivesvscancer.org.uk/volunteer Volunteer for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Sign up for a bucket collection near you!
#befriending #volunteering #charity #community #tackleloneliness #noolderpersonlonely Connex Community Support
Healthwatch Derbyshire Carers in Derbyshire aims to make it easy for carers by being a ‘starting point’ and ‘one stop shop’ for carers who need information and advice about what is available in Derbyshire to support them. As well as general information about topics such as carers rights, carer assessments, emergency planning and welfare benefits,…
Turn Your Barber Blue 73% of men in the year leading up to completing suicide seek no medical intervention.. ..They might have a chat with their barber during a haircut.. MENTELL can supply barbers with promo materials & a signposting email. Raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide To join MENTELL’s TYBB Campaign,…
St Peter’s Church Fairfield Sensible advice from Revd Carl Flynn Edwards & St Peter’s Church Fairfield – please continue to wear a mask / face covering to all church services IMPORTANT. If you are attending a service at St Peter’s Church, Fairfield, we strongly encourage you to wear a face covering. This includes weddings, baptisms…
Public Health England says the pandemic is “not over yet” and urged people to still take precautions. Closer to home, there are still 9,000 people in the High Peak who haven’t had their first vaccine, despite being offered it. Whatever you’re reason to not having it may be, the risk of being severely ill from…
Buxton Civic Association is at Poole’s Cavern & Country Park. Our Woodland Yoga sessions have been very popular. We thought it was time that some of the younger folk could also reap the rewards of this relaxing and rewarding session among the trees. As such, we’ve added a couple of dates to the calendar specifically for families…
Please consider Dove Cat Rescue Sanctuary for a donation. We are a small independent rescue run entirely by volunteers. We rely on donations and fundraising ourselves. Our rescue was founded nearly 40 years ago go by the proprietor who still takes an active part in the running of the Sanctuary. Buy Rope will give away…
Buxton folk might enjoy some musuem workshops – we’re back in action there with different artists leading different sessions through the holidays. With the help of some of our local artists, we will be celebrating with a series of family-friendly summer workshops. “Secret Gardens” are the inspiration and each week our artists will be marking…
Our Tea, Talk and Tech project is underway but we need some volunteers to help us! Interested? Watch our video to find out more!
Buxton Field Club’s next event – with Buxton Biodiversity Group – this Saturday 31st 10.00am Join us in finding out what’s in The Serpentine – flowers, bugs, beetles, butterflies, moths, birds and perhaps much more!! We have sweep nets and pots for catching and looking at things and hopefully everyone, from beginners to experts, helping…
Has the increase in pace left you feeling a little overwhelmed? Mental Health charity Mind Over Mountains @mindovermountainscic offer immediate and accessible support in an unpressured, unhurried setting. Join Sunday 15 August as they escape into a lesser walked part of the Peak District, high above Buxton. https://mindovermountains.org.uk/events-1/buxton-2021 Walk and talk with experienced coaches and…
Are you ready to be Generation Green? If you, or someone you know is aged 18-26 then our Green Career Skills programme will provide skills to support a route into employment in the ‘green economy’ through inspirational experiences, training and career development opportunities at locations across the Peak District. Don’t miss these: August 27 to…
From puppets to treasure chests, pompom monsters to creatures on your fingers, we’re bringing free creative sessions to the woods of Buxton. Creeping Toad will be running Woodland Tuesday art sessions in different woods on most Tuesdays through the school summer holidays. Sessions are free and aim to run from 10.30 am to 1pm –…
Applications now re-open for the Co-op Community Fridge fund! We‘re thrilled to announce that we have re-opened our Community Fridge fund with Co-op to support 100 groups all across the UK to establish a new Community Fridge project. This opportunity includes £4,000 funding to help cover project costs, along with full support, guidance and resources from Hubbub to help successfully establish your fridge. Once set up, groups will be part of the 250 member strong Community…
We’re helping town centres across Derbyshire to bounce back with the national ShopAppy.com scheme which is boosting trade for local shops and services as well as benefiting local residents. ShopAppy is a website which allows shops, cafes, restaurants and other local businesses and community organisations to display their goods and services to sell online. Shoppers…
We’re all set for a great weekend. A fabulous mix of stalls, activities and music over the two days
Looking for stuff to do in the school hols? Free holiday activities across Derbyshire for children on free school meals. Lots on offer including sports, music, outward bound team building activities, campfire cooking and much more. https://crowd.in/xQJp61
Derbyshire County Council still have FREE online careers courses running in August. They cover CVs, job search and interview skills, transferable skills, and special workshops for the over 50s and 18 to 24-year-olds https://crowd.in/X94dJk
Back in the Octagon this Summer! Pavilion Gardens, Buxton Every day from Monday 2nd August – Friday 13th August Session Times: 9.30 – 11.30am 12.00 – 2.00pm 2.30pm – 4.30pm ⭐ £5 per child, adults go free ⭐ Ages 1 – 12 ⭐ Under 3s area ⭐ Food and Drink Available Due to high demand,…
If you have any of these 3 coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms, even if mild, use this service to get a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test as soon as possible: a high temperature a new, continuous cough you’ve lost your sense of smell or taste or it’s changed You can order a PCR test kit to be sent to…
A couple entered Vision Express opticians in Buxton today stealing three pairs of Gucci Sun-specs, in a third attempt after trying twice over the weekend. Vision express have said: “Can anybody put a name to this face – This woman entered the Buxton store with her boyfriend today and stole three pairs of Gucci Sunspecs…
Want an exercise class that you actually look forward to? Look no further than Clubbercise! Cardio, toning and combat dance fitness that burns up to 600 calories a class! In the short few weeks we’ve been back to in person classes, I’ve had a few regulars comment on losing weight already! But more than that…
A packet of crisps take a couple of minutes to eat but did you know the packaging can take up to 80 years to decompose if left as litter? Help us fund litter picking kits for our amazing volunteers so we can keep the Peak District litter free! See here for full information.
Connex Community Support This fantastic organisation has been around for over 65 years, helping people in times of crisis, 24 hours, 7 days per week – hence 24/7 being their awareness day. To find out more about this go to https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/talk-us/. Here’s my pledge – what will yours be? #charity #supportothers https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/talk-us/ #buxton #ashbourne #samaritans
August programme announced – https://mailchi.mp/55600847d88f/buxtonfilm-aug-21-4796082 We’ve lined up some great films for August
Can’t believe the generosity of people and businesses my front room is full and my kitchen is full of cakes I’m so grateful.. now here goes a night folding 600 individual raffle tickets if I look tired tomorrow please ignore the bags and hopefully see everyone tomorrow to raise money for the Defib
Teenagers rescue 93-year-old Buxton resident after her mobility scooter toppled over in Ashwood Park. Eunice Mitchell (93) who lives in Fairfield Buxton got into difficulty on Wednesday when she was travelling through Ashwood Park on her mobility scooter. The independent 93-year-old spotted some poppy seeds that she wanted to take home and dry out along…
Schools out, so hop on board! The #HopeValleyExplorer is back from this weekend, offering a great car-free way to enjoy the #PeakDistrict throughout the summer. Weekends & bank holidays until 30 Oct Prices from just £4 or £12 for families Space for two bikes on every service for the first time For more on the…
Reminder: the mobile Community Covid test centre is in Pavilion Gardens – opposite the swimming pool -again today 9am to 5pm. It will also be there on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 July The community testing programme offers regular testing to those who are at most risk of passing on the virus, which is those…
You may have seen that I have now finished Alan’s Challenge. However, I am not yet finished raising money for front line organisation dedicated to helping people in need. Through direct and indirect help to families and individuals, young and old Connex Community Support, Buxton Street by Street and the newly formed Breadline each in…
Follow Buxton Wild Weeks for tips, events and Buxton spotter sheets so your summer is full of nature! https://createsend.com/t/y-3CE8553D86A1BCAC2540EF23F30FEDED
Outdoor Swimming Soicety shares its important Intermediate tips for safe outdoor swimming this summer. Have a read here.
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I need you this Saturday for my cake sale for the Heath Grove Defib, If you can help please message me here, so I don’t go crazy making loads of cakes!!!
REMINDER from Buxton Community School- families with children in receipt of free school meals are currently entitled to support through a £15 voucher scheme when the student is isolating for 10 days following a close contact or if they have had a positive test
Further useful information from Buxton Community School for their families including symptoms now recognised as being particularly associated with children: The Delta Variant of COVID-19 is becoming the dominant variant within Derbyshire and as such, it has been recognized that people testing positive with Delta may have other symptoms aside from a high temperature, cough…
Overdale Vets This gorgeous weather isn’t going anywhere and next few days are scorchers! We can’t stress the importance of reminding you how to prevent and deal with heat stroke. Please don’t take your dogs out for walks in this weather, especially at the hottest times of the day (10am-7pm). It’s not worth the risk!!!…
nhs.uk There’s no safe or healthy way to get a tan. See our guide for advice on how to protect your skin from UV sun damage: https://www.nhs.uk/…/healthy…/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/
Overdale Vets is sharing a COVID-19 Update. COVID UPDATE We have made the decision that from Monday 19th July, even as covid restrictions are being eased, we will not be changing our protocols. The saftey of our staff and clients has always been of paramount importance to us and despite this new roadmap for relaxing restrictions, we…
Buxton Medical Practice Whilst Covid 19 is still a threat, we at Buxton Medical Practice want to make sure we are still protecting you, your relatives and friends and our staff. As such, we will still require Face masks to be worn (if exempt you will be asked to wear a face shield) and to…
nhs.uk is sharing a COVID-19 Update. NHS patients and visitors must continue to wear face coverings and follow social distancing measures in healthcare settings. Please help keep everyone safe.
Please remind your loved ones of the dangers of swimming in local quarries, especially in this hot weather. Sadly a man lost his life in Dove Holes at the weekend. Stay safe. bbc.com Victory Quarry: Swimming warning after man’s body found The man was reported missing after getting into difficulties in the water.
Peak Ascent Cycles SUNDAY SOCIAL! This weeks sunday social is planned to be a big one! 50km over to hope valley and back. So grab your mountain bike, plenty of water and your best pair of pedalling legs and join us for a great day. Meeting at 10am outside peak ascent cycles. Ebikes welcome
Peak District National Park Errwood Hall car park in the #GoytValley will be temporarily closed from today (20 July) to enable felling operations of Larch trees that are sadly infected with Phytophthora; the work is expected to last a few weeks. Learn about why this work is important to help prevent the disease spreading to…
Derbyshire County Council Youngsters across Derbyshire are being encouraged to sign up to this year’s Summer Reading Challenge which is themed Wild World Heroes. To join the challenge, which runs until Sat 11 Sept, children can sign up for free at their local Derbyshire library and they will receive a poster map of Wilderville and…
A massive thank you and congratulations to Toni on her Beacon of Hope award for all her help supporting street by street in the vaccine clinic while on furlough Buxton-Medical-Practice A big congratulations to Toni Riley, who, through her tireless work in organising the volunteers for the Covid Vaccine Clinics here at BMP hub,…
explorebuxton.co.uk Twelve of Buxton’s Best Kept Secrets – Where Have YOU Been? Twelve of Buxton’s Best Kept Secrets – Think you know Buxton? There seems to be a few amazing places that some of the locals don’t even know about: explorebuxton.co.uk/twelve-of-buxtons-best-kept-secrets Twelve of Buxton’s Best Kept Secrets – Where Have YOU Been? Twelve of Buxton’s…
Buxton Wild Weeks Buxton Wild Weekly Butterflies – the first of our weekly themes for the summer holidays. Share your butterfly photos here! Photo of a Ringlet to get you started…… Coming soon – check back on 23 July for the BWW Butterfly Spotter Sheet.
Buxton Swimming and Fitness Centre Are you ready for the Summer holidays to start? We certainly are Our Summer timetable began yesterday, Monday 19th July. We continue to ask that all customers for Public Swimming continue to call the centre to book your space. Lane swimming will continue to be bookable online.
It’s back get your skates on, come and join in the fun!! Roller skating disco in the Pavilion Gardens Octagon, Buxton for all ages on Wednesday 28th & Thursday 29th July with disco lighting and a live DJ playing all your favourite tunes from 9.30am each day, 5 sessions per day..skate hire available. Limited places…
Split between the limestone crags of the White Peak and the wilder, higher moorland of the Dark Peak, the Peak District is breathtakingly beautiful any time of the year and is temperate in summer so it’s generally not too hot to hike and if you wrap up well in winter, the landscape can look stunning…
In case anyone has missed the notices: THE BUXTON PRIDE PICNIC TOMORROW IS CANCELLED. We felt that we didn’t want to organise an event with limited numbers and booked spaces (even though that is changing soon)…but are hoping we might organise something later in the autumn. Meanwhile at least one of our team will be…
Covid-19 cases are continuing to rise in Buxton especially in the 20-29 and 30-39 year age groups. The walk-in test cnetre is back on The Prom in Pavilion Gardens, opposite the swimming pool on Thursdays and Fridays from 9am to 5pm, until 30 July 2021. The home test kits are only 60% reliable however, so…
***LOST IN BUXTON TODAY*** A gentleman has lost his gold wedding ring today in Buxton and isn’t when it came off, he has been in the Pavilion Gardens and near the Crescent and town centre.. If by chance anyone finds a plain gold wedding ring, please message our page / hand it in to the…
Live poetry tonight at Buxton Visitor Centre (The Pump Room)! Some space still available and *walk-ins* welcome – confirmed by the visitor centre staff, so if you fancy a civilised evening of readings to forget about covid for a few hours, now’s your chance
Cars parked on the Market Place on market days are incredibly disruptive. When we arrive at 5:30am we have to rehash the layout, move traders around, then customers can’t get to the stalls as easily. Whoever left their car there might come back to find it’s blocked in or has been given a penalty ticket.…
You will all have no doubt seen the Government’s announcement this week on the easing of Coronavirus restrictions, including the removal of social distancing requirements and the need to wear face coverings after July 19th. As a practice, The Stewart Medical Centre have taken the decision to keep these measures in place for time being,…
It’s so good to see our wonderful festivals back isn’t it? Who’s been to what?! So much diversity again this year – great to have Waterstones with us again during festival time too …
Ahead of 19 July, we want to hear how you’re feeling about coronavirus restrictions lifting in England, such as changes to social distancing and where face coverings are required – let us know your thoughts. No matter what your choices are, if you’re affected by dementia, we’re here for you. If you need support… Give…
8 miles – booking essential, T&Cs apply Find tickets here: https://peakdistrict.cinolla.com/ranger/courses/you%2C-me–the-wild What does the UK’s first national park tell us about ourselves, our values, and our connections with others? Join PDNP Ranger, international adventurer, & life coach, Rob Kenning, as we journey through top-notch White Peak landscape and explore thought-provoking questions together. The walk passes…
New Mills Festival is looking for an artist to lead a couple of lantern making workshops in New Mills with 11-16 year old young people. Must have insurance and be DBS checked. Email: info@newmillsfestival.org.uk
Local visual artist Lara Pomeroy will be hosting two craft workshops for children on Tuesday 27 July. Your little ones will get the chance to make origami animals or terrific tepees! Find out more: https://buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/whats-on/category/take-part
Well, intrepid Alan Thompson finally finished his 19 Enduro mountain bike challenge for charity and made it safely back to the Connex offices yesterday. Not bad at 76! We had a welcoming committee out for him, and he got presented with fizz, and a special commemorative T shirt. We are all so thankful for everything…
We’re just loving the postbox at Higher Buxton Post Office. Knitting created by Crochet Knitting & U3A Groups
Haha! And everyone always frets that the choreo has to be perfect. Pffft!! I am L O V I N G our Clubbercise classes in person! It’s great to see that you are too! I can see some newbies have booked on tonight, which is brilliant! That’s the hardest part done. Great to see our…
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http://www.happity.co.uk/busy-little-monsters This Thursday is your last chance to visit before the summer holidays and there is space to play in all sessions Times: 11am https://www.happity.co.uk/little-monsters-buxton/events/buxton-community-church-15-jul-2021-209818 12.30pm https://www.happity.co.uk/little-monsters-buxton/events/buxton-community-church-15-jul-2021-209827 2pm https://www.happity.co.uk/little-monsters-buxton/events/buxton-community-church-15-jul-2021 £6.50 with sibling discounts Buxton Community Church, London Road
Blythe House Facebook Page At Blythe House Hospice we can provide comfort and support for all these choices you would like to make when being diagnosed with a life limiting illness. Our multi-disciplinary team provides palliative and holistic care to local people affected by life-limiting illness, including patients, their families and carers. We provide support…
Fundraiser for a Defibrillator on Heath Grove Rec.
Janine Hall is raising money for a much-needed defibrillator to be sited on the Heath Grove Rec, where it will be available for all the footballers, bowlers, croquet players and local families. She is holding a Cake Sale Plant Sale other fund-raising activities at 37 Sherwood Road on Saturday 24th July…
A number of colourful bees, made by local community groups including U3A’s Knit and Natter and Fairfield WI’s Natty Knitters, can be found adorning the windows of local shops in an event co-ordinated by the Friends of Buxton Station (FoBS). Dave Carlisle, Chairman of FoBS said: “The Great Buxton Bilberry Bumblebee Hunt (GBBBH) aims to increase awareness…
Every day, delicious, fresh food goes to waste at cafes, restaurants, hotels, shops and supermarkets. The Hydro Cafe joined Too Good To Go which lets you rescue a Magic Bag of this food so it gets eaten instead of wasted. You won’t know exactly what’s in your order until you pick it up – it’s…
Each Friday, we will be asking you to tell us about the best local businesses and this week we want to hear your GREENGROCER recommendations! Tag them in the comments and tell us WHY they are the best fruit and veg shop. What was the best experience you had there? What fruit is the juiciest?…
Check out this new project Connex have just launched., aimed at helping older people in care homes to get digitally connected. For more details, why not pop across to our website and watch the video? https://connex.org.uk/tea-talk-and-tech/
Today we had our first ever Autism and Additional needs friendly session and it was so wonderful that I’ve added another date before the Summer Holidays (and because we won’t be able to run on the first Thursday in August) Link to booking the ASD friendly session Thursday 8th July (siblings welcome too): https://www.happity.co.uk/…/buxton-community-church-08…
Anansi in situ looking fabulous! Come by and see him. Near the children’s swings in the Pavilion Gardens…. spot the flags of stories of Buxton hand made by local folks in his web….colourful and creative. #artupclose
The next Activity Church will be held in a socially distanced way on Sunday 4th July on the path outside Christ Church King Sterndale. The theme for July is ‘Teddy and Dolly at Pentecost’. There will be activities and actions and lots of fun. Please Please Please can you let me know if you are…
Lets Go Camping! Tuesday 27th July from 10:30 This summer, local visual artist Lara Pomeroy will be back to host one of her most requested craft workshops! Little ones will get the chance to make their very own paper craft tepee and mountain backdrop. This activity will surely delight any budding artists and the finished…
—– PLEASE CLICK THE PICTURE & FILL IN OUR SURVEY! —– At last, years of research and ideas have come to fruition – with the publication of the Town Team’s Buxton on the Move consultation. Getting around town and accessing the places we need to be has long presented a challenge. This resulted in the establishment…
Due to open in September this year, the ZCH will offer a cafe, an Enterprise Zone to assist people back to work, training or education and many more support services for the local community. Take a tour here: (7) Facebook
Printed trail maps will be available from The Green Man Gallery, Poole’s Cavern & Country Park and The Pump Room. An electronic trail map can be downloaded from our website www.funnywonders.org.uk. Thanks to Derbyshire County Council for supporting the running costs of this year’s trail. #Buxton #BuxtonFlowerpotTrail #GoWild Buxton Crescent Heritage Experiences
It costs nothing to give a nice review or post a photo on social media, and it just takes a few minutes of your time, but the benefits to the company may be enormous. If you’ve had a positive experience with a local business, let others know! 1. Post a photo of a local business…
Jackie Wragg- youth engagement officer for National Lottery Heritage Funded project the South West Peak Landscape Partnership, says “The first Buxton Wild Week has been a huge success thanks to school staff and volunteers. Sessions focusing on awareness, appreciation and action for our local wildlife have been delivered to almost 1,000 pupils in just one…
Buxton Civic Association is at Poole’s Cavern & Country Park. The good folk of Buxton are exceedingly lucky . A lot of fantastic things are coming to Buxton in the coming weeks. We are very pleased to have a range of FREE events, workshops and activities as part of @buxtonfringe and Buxton Wild Weeks. Our Stronger Roots…
Featured events at Buxton International Festival – Buxton International Festival (buxtonfestival.co.uk) A Little Night Music A Little Night Music Thu 8 – Sat 24 July 2021 2.00pm – 4.00pm 7.15pm – 9.15pm LIMITED Margaret MacMillan Fri 9 July 2021 10.00am – 11.00am DISCOVER Festival Walk: Wildlife Walk with Mark Cocker Festival Walk: Wildlife Walk with…
For more information click here Along with our regular ranger guided walks (see our events section) we are also offering various #mindfulness walks during July & August… http://bit.ly/pdnp_mindfulness It is scientifically recognised that being outside, particularly in a woodland, brings many health benefits. We also know that mindfulness helps with physical and mental health. It…
For all those interested in our Wednesday morning playgroup. We now have a Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/StAnnesDropIn
170 pubs signed up to ‘Turn Your Bar Blue’ Raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide Wherever you are in the UK.. you can receive a pack!.. Please sign up in the link.. https://www.mentell.org.uk/campaigns/turn-your-bar-blue
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Market in the Octagon today. Boats, Train and some children’s rides out. With Crazy Golf on the Promenade. Gardens and play areas open. Catering outlets – Pavilion Kitchen, Ice Cream Parlour and Kiosk open. Flower Shop, Gin Garden, Art Gallery, Retail area and Conservatory all open. Next Week, our Thursday Market is back too. Have…
Our guide to the Fringe is here! Boxes kindly stored in the hidden vaults of The Green Man Gallery and being distributed by our crack team of volunteers. Remember listings are online this year, find them on our app and on the website https://www.buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2021.html
Updated for 2021, we bring you our pick of the best afternoon tea offerings in Buxton. You’ll find an afternoon tea to suit all tastes here, depending on the occasion, whether its formal or a more a casual affair and there’s places that can accommodate children too. Let us know what you think and if…
NHS Derby and Derbyshire CCG · Walk-in Covid-19 jabs for all adults available from Friday 25 to Monday 28 June in Derby and Derbyshire as part the ‘Super Weekend’ for vaccinations, where all eligible adults can get their first or second jab. No appointment necessary #Bolsover #Chesterfield #ClayCross #Derby #Ilkeston #LongEaton #Matlock #Normanton Details: bit.ly/weekendofwalkins #WhatItMeansToMe…
After last weeks football incident , when Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest during the match versus Finland at Euro 2020, it prompted us to check our defib sat on a shelf In our day centre and Just how important Defibs actually are to save people lives. so we have now registered our…
We believe that it is vitally important to you, your relatives health as well as the country as a whole that you get your vaccine. We have now sent out invites to all over 18 year olds, and though we have had a good response, we still have a good number of appointments available to…
It’s on its way! Our guide to the Fringe is being printed right now! Due to the volatile situation regarding Covid restrictions, no listings or diary have been printed this year, but you’ll find all the event information on-line or on our app. http://www.buxtonfringe.org.uk/
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Lovely interview with the indomitable Alan Thompson on his enduro challenge raising money for Connex Community Support Buxton street by street COVID-19 support and The Breadline. Watch the video here.
It’s still incredibly important to get your Covid-19 vaccination. Don’t worry if you’ve missed your appointment – you can re-book; and if you’re struggling to get to the vaccination centre, help is at hand to get you there. Full details in the posts below!
DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Buxton Baby Bank are in desperate need for some funds!!! So to raise funds we are holding one of our first events. BYOB Sale (Bag not Bottle) The Bring Your Own Bag sale is huge sale of our incredible donations to raise money for baby essentials we need to buy brand…
Space to play THIS Thursday!! Busy Little Monsters: pop-up play village Book 12.30pm: https://www.happity.co.uk/…/buxton-community-church-24…
Good luck Alan Thompson! The 76-year-old daredevil is back in the saddle today to finish off riding 19 of the toughest mountain bike trails in the Peak District. His charity challenge was put on hold for four months after he was injured in a crash. Watch video here.
Times change and tho Buxton street by street COVID-19 support is no longer involved as directly as we were a year ago, we are still here to offer help & support to people & families. Just message us here or via our website: https://buxtonstreetbystreet.co.uk/ End of an era… Caitlin’s final Buxton street by street COVID-19…
Booking now live: https://www.happity.co.uk/…/busy-little-monsters-buxton… Autism and Additional Needs Friendly sessions for ages up to 7 years. (0 – KS1) Exclusive sessions for children with autism or additional needs to play in a low stimulus environment. sensory equipment ️ small group size ️ soft play ️ quiet calm music and low light reduced set up of…
With so much time given to entertaining ourselves over the last fifteen months, the return of Buxton’s Festival Fringe is especially welcome. From the 7th to the 25th of July, the town will explode with a mind-boggling variety of theatre, music, film, art and comedy; as usual events will take place in a variety of venues across…
How accessible is Buxton? How easy is it to move around the town? We want to hear your views as part of the consultation on the draft sustainable whole-town travel plan. It has been produced by Buxton Town Team volunteers, working with High Peak Borough Council, Derbyshire County Council, University of Derby and local voluntary…
Our car park at Errwood Reservoir in the #GoytValley (know as ‘The Street’) will be closed from the 21 June for two weeks (Monday to Friday only). This is to enable felling operations of Larch trees that are sadly infected with Phytophthora – work to be completed by Forestry England.
All adults can now book their life-saving COVID-19 jab. If you’re aged 18 or over, visit nhs.uk/CovidVaccination to book yours.
COVID VACCINES OFFERED TO ALL PATIENTS OVER 18 Stewart Medical Centre have now sent out invites for a Covid vaccination to ALL patients aged over 18. If you have not received an invite by text, it may mean we don’t have your up to date details on your records. Please either update your details via…
We desperatley need access to a defibrillator at our sports ground, for everyone in our Rugby, grassroots football and local community. We are reaching out for support as a club for the help in raising the funds to obtain a defibrillator at the sunnyfields sports club that we can save lives with if needed. Read…
Our funding workshop is tomorrow and we’d hate for you to miss out on the chance to get £1000 in funding! Make sure you sign up TODAY using: https://buff.ly/3yjsV7N
We are a small voluntary group based in North Somerset UK We promote positive mental health & raise awareness through events, media & partnerships. Visit our Facebook page for further information.
There are no shortage of amazing viewpoints over the the beautiful town of Buxton. I always thought that the best was from Solomon’s Temple above Grin Low Woods. I set out to see if I could prove myself wrong. Come along for a walk through bluebell woodlands and via disused waterworks to see some alternative…
We’re good to go! Despite the Government announcement delaying the easing of lockdown, BIF is delighted to confirm that the Festival will be offering more flexible seating plans and more single tickets in all its venues from 21 June to ensure maximum flexibility and safety for festival-goers. The Box Office will make the unprecedented move…
If you’re aged 23 or over, or if you turn 23 before 1 July 2021, you can now book your COVID-19 vaccine. More Info
We’re looking for a volunteer driver to pick up from a Buxton supermarket on Wednesday mornings, dropping off at the foodbank around midday. Please message if you’re available and would like to do it! High Peak Food Bank
Hello! I haven’t done an introduction for me as such, as I assumed a lot of you know me from Little Music Monsters But I’m Holly I run Busy Little Monsters: pop-up play village all by myself with a spot of much-appreciated childcare and transport help from my fabulous mum. (Mum was on holiday last…
We are excited to announce that we are reopening in the new shop this Saturday, the 19th of June at 9:30am. You will now find us based on the Colonnade, between Isla Fine Art and Cavendish Corner sweet shop. We’ve been working hard to fit the new shop whilst keeping up with servicing, repairs and…
Win a bag of father’s day goodies. Simply like and share this post on Facebook and tag a dad you would like to win in the comments Draw for the winner 19th June Morrison’s Buxton Community Champion
Wishing Alan Thompson all the best with the restart of Alan’s Challenge – Riding Out Of Lockdown You’re inspiring all sorts… The flowerpot people of Buxton are behind you! Funny Wonders
Helping brighten the centre of Buxton are the baskets that have this weekend been put up near Waitrose. Thanks to Shirley at Staden Lane Nursery and all those that helped. Thanks to Buxton Town Team
It’s now the over 25’s turn for the vaccine, which has seen more success since the X Factor! There were that many take ups, the NHS website crashed and scenes were described similar to Glastonbury. More than a million coronavirus vaccine bookings were made on the NHS website on Tuesday (8th June) which was a…
The Buxton Community Covid-19 Test Centre is now a mobile centre – based opposite the swimming pool in Pavilion Gardens. It’s only open Fridays 9am to 5pm; plus Saturday & Sunday 10am to 2pm. If you have NO Covid-19 symptoms you can pick up a set of self test kits here – and/or get a…
Vaccine Transport Update We are still here working hard to get as many people are possible to their vaccine appointments, working with @ConnexCommSupp @NMandDVC and @Bakewell_EyamCT. We’ve made it all the way to Texas
Here’s a great opportunity for the people of Buxton. A chance to have your photos exhibited in Buxton Museum, Win cash prizes and help a good cause!
Are you ready to take the next step in your personal health? Perhaps you work in the fitness sector and you’d like a recognised qualification to take you to the next level? We have *FREE* places on this *Level 2 Personal Exercise, Health & Nutrition Course*. We’re recruiting now, express your interest today! https://www.blc.ac.uk/…/distance-learning-short-courses-2/ For…
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57384099 Corona Virus Vaccine Information
After a very constructive meeting yesterday, the following survey has been created to find out the positives and negatives of the NHS Volunteer Responders service and how (or if) this could be implemented differently in the future. It is also a chance to show how valuable the voluntary sector was during this pandemic. Follow the…
Can thoroughly recommend this having done the tour last week – but get in quick – the special local tickets sell out very quickly . https://buxtoncrescentexperience.com/plan-your-visit/#covid19
Full update is here – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/covid-19-coronavirus-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#if-youre-in-an-area-where-the-new-covid-19-variant-is-spreading
Busy Little Monsters: pop-up play village· Busy Little Monster’s is a pop up role play village, the first of its kind in the High Peak, and will be opening next week on Thursday June 17 at Buxton Community Church. The idea behind the play centre, where imagination is key, comes from former teacher and mum…
Hello all! We are on the look out for youth workers to do some sessional work in our creative programme – please pass it on! Especially looking for a woman who can work Saturdays! Calling Youth Workers! We are looking for a new youth worker (or 2) to join us for some sessional work. Click…
Event by Buxton Team Parish Christ Church King Sterndale Price: Free You are invited to join us for Activity Church outdoors in King Sterndale (Outside of Christ Church King Sterndale). Activity Church will be held in a socially distanced way on Sunday 6th June on the path outside Christ Church King Sterndale. The story for June…
With life gradually and cautiously returning to normal after global events, you’re probably wondering when and where to go to let your hair down. The first ever Eat in the Park festival on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August 2021 in Pavilion Gardens, Buxton is looking like your best bet.
Tomorrow’s Craft, Quirky & Vintage market is set to be our biggest yet, definitely one you won’t want to miss. Lots of traders we haven’t seen for a while are back, plus we’ve lots of new ones, and of course this is alongside our regular favourites. Come along to Buxton Market and make a day…
We’re ready! Bookings are now open for Wednesday 9th June, please email your name and the number and ages of the children you will bring to stannesplaygroup@protonmail.com. We will reply to confirm you have a place and to give you some details. We need to restrict numbers at the moment so I apologise if you…
Crazy Golf for all the family and ages on the Pavilion Gardens Promenade, Buxton today (Friday) Saturday and Sunday
Buxton Lions Art Competition Exhibition – opens Friday 4th June. Congratulations to the 200+ children and young people who entered the Lions’ Art Competition, ‘Images of Lockdown’. There is some fabulous, imaginative and very thoughtful work now on display in our Workshop Room upstairs. Congratulations also to Buxton Lions for organising it and to stalwarts…
Volunteers needed Well it has certainly been a strange 12 months. We were delighted with the success of our mostly on-line Fringe last year. This year we are expecting to have some on-line events but are also hoping to have a number of live events. We will be following government guidelines and are keeping our…
DO YOU WANT TO OPT OUT OF DATA SHARING? NHS Digital has told GP practices across England that a new programme to extract data from GP IT systems will begin from 1 July. The General Practice Data for Planning and Research (GPDPR) service will replace the General Practice Extraction Service (GPES) system that has been…
Friends of Buxton Station receives prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service Local voluntary community group, Friends of Buxton Station (FoBS) have been honoured with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award volunteers can receive in the UK and viewed by some as the MBE for volunteers. read more here
Buxton Festival 2021 to go ahead with ‘opera for everyone’ find out more here!
Help raise awareness of Mentell at your barbers, hairdressers or salon. sign up here
A big THANK YOU to all our wonderful volunteers who help to keep Funny Wonders and our activities going. We wouldn’t be here without you. And thank you to all the organisations who help us on our way and in supporting our volunteers – High Peak CVS, Connex Community Support, Derbyshire Voluntary Action, Salford CVS,…
Follow the link below: Book or manage your coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Introducing Anansi’s web….. For the Buxton Fringe, we are going to install a big and bold Anansi in one of the trees in Pavilion Gardens as part of the Up Here sculpture trail. In west African folklore, Anansi the spider is thought to be the god of all tales. He faces adversity and outsmarts opponents…
Buxton Town Team 28 May at 09:04 · We are officially launching our travel plan consultation this week. Throughout the summer, residents and frequent local visitors will be able to give their views on a whole range of ideas to help keep Buxton on the move. The Access, Parking, Travel and Transport project team have been working for some…
Update from the High Peak Covid Community Messaging Partnership (For last week) Number of Cases in High Peak: 68 37 Male, 31 Female Hadfield West and Gamesley – 11 cases Dinting Simmondley & Charlesworth – 6 cases Glossop – 5 cases Hadfield East and Tintwistle – 4 cases. Other areas have 3 or fewer cases.…
Poole’s Cavern has reopened to visitors and online advance ticket bookings are now open. The return of one of Buxton’s most popular tourist attractions is a cause for celebration and a sign that Buxton is bouncing back, after a devastating year to for the tourism and leisure industry. As one of the Peak District’s most…
Did you miss Care for a Cuppa when it was postponed earlier this year? We certainly did, so we are very excited to be bringing it back this summer! Throughout July, we are asking you to hold your own Care for a Cuppa event, where you can invite your friends and family along and fundraise together. But don’t worry if July…
My name is Carolyn Kidd and I am the proprietor of The Tradesman’s Entrance Café on the Market Place in Buxton. Six years ago I took the decision to open the café on Christmas Day – we called it “Christmas for the Community” – to welcome and feed anyone in the local community who had…
Struggling to come to terms with the loss of his wife, Eddie turns to drink and drugs before meeting the mysterious Morana, who takes him on a fantasy journey of self discovery for the truth that lies within. Coming to the Albert Halls, Bolton 8th – 14th August 2021. A musical like no other you’ve…
Take a look at the following link for more information: Key Things to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines (cdc.gov) What You Need to Know COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. You may have side effects after vaccination. These are normal and should go away in a few days. It typically takes two weeks after vaccination for the body to…
Weʼre raising £5,000 to Support local residents in Buxton who are facing financial hardship. Please help by donating here
Weather is looking great for the weekend ahead. All areas planned to be open. Boats, Train, Rides, Crazy Golf and play areas. There is a market on in the Octagon on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. All catering outlets open. Kinders Garden Little Shop of Flowers, The Forest Distillery,High Peak Artists and Discover Buxton will be…
We are officially launching our travel plan consultation this week. Throughout the summer, residents and frequent local visitors will be able to give their views on a whole range of ideas to help keep Buxton on the move. The Access, Parking, Travel and Transport project team have been working for some time gathering data, and…
It’s our special ‘great outdoors’ market tomorrow. We have @buxtonmountainrescue @woodlandtrust @bcawoods @serpentinecommunitygarden, Derbyshire Cave Rescue and Buxton Town team (consulting on new cycle paths and a Travel Plan for Buxton) all on the marketplace. Come along and see some great local organisations
Inflatable Fun Sessions are back this half-term in the Octagon at the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton – tickets are now LIVE! Tuesday 1st June – Sunday 6th June 9.30-11.30 12.00-14.00 14.30-16.30 More new inflatables Covid Compliant £5 per child – adults go free Ages 1-12 years Under 3s area Food and Drink Available Due to limited…
When Buxton Visitor Centre used to be the world’s only microscopic museum read more here
1.5hr webinar introducing Vitaminds IAPT service followed by a CPD session on Mental health in young adults. Sign up here:
Explore Buxton has picked out 12 brand new places to check out in Buxton in 2021 they love the look of – we’d love to hear what you think:
The British Legion in Buxton are looking for volunteers to help manage the poppy appeal in Buxton. Please see the details below.
Help Connex to get a £1000 Movement for Good award! Your nomination really counts. £1,000 could make a real difference to the work we do. Maybe it could help us to get a new social club going for older people (so important once restrictions lift) or maybe help us to organise some trips out for…
A History of Buxton in Museum Objects – Part One Check out this fascinating online gallery from Buxton Museum which tells the story of Buxton’s past, through objects!
Student and families from Buxton Junior School will be leaving their beds behind for a night and sleeping in tents to raise money for the High Peak Homeless Help charity. The Big Camp Out is taking place on June 12 and will be a chance for families to do something fun and…
The countdown has begun!! Consultation on Buxton Town sustainable travel plan to keep Buxton on the Move starts on Saturday. Watch this space for more details on how to get involved.
Transport for Greater Manchester are giving away decommissioned yellow school buses to suitable projects! Individuals, schools, community groups, sports teams and volunteer organisations have until Friday 18 June to submit their proposal online. Entries will be judged on several criteria, including originality, creativity and benefit to the community before the winners are announced in July.…
Pubs/Bars.. Would you like to join the 118 pubs signed up to MENTELL’s TYBB.. ‘Turn Your Bar Blue’ Raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide To receive you FOC pack, sign up in the link https://www.mentell.org.uk/campaigns/turn-your-bar-blue
if you’re in need of a long awaited culture fix, why not pop in? The gallery is free entry and now shares the retail space with the newly opened Forest Gin Shop – acclaimed artisan spirit producers from Macclesfield, famous for their award winning gin. If you fancy a spot of lunch or a coffee…
The map brings all aspects of mental health support together from crisis support to peer support and self-care Mental Health Support Derbyshire Mental Health Crisis Support / Helplines Community Mental Health Teams Returning in Person Peer Group’s Current Zoom and Online Group’s Counselling services (IAPTS) Working Partnership Organisations Council for Voluntary Services Older Adults Support…
Peak District National Park It’s English Tourism Week | 22nd – 31st May We are proud to support VisitEngland and the many local businesses that have adapted, innovated and are safely delivering amazing visitor experiences. To help you reconnect with the beautiful #PeakDistrict, between 24th May – 16th July, we are launching three special bike…
Peak District National Park Monsal Trail closure update – re-opened We’re glad to confirm that the Rusher Cutting section of the Monsal Trail is now open again. Additional measures have been put in place by the neighbouring landowner to minimise further risks from rockfalls in this area. The trail can now be accessed for its…
Caz Kidd founder of the Breadline Charity and from the Tradesmen’s Entrance A new organisation which will be offering £10 food vouchers, help with travel expenses and phone top-ups has launched in Buxton to help those in financial difficulty. Buxton Street By Street is proud to have helped set up this incredible local initiative! Read…
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* SOLD OUT * The first allocation of our Free Residents Tickets are now fully booked. Thanks to everyone who booked, we can’t wait to welcome you and if you missed out this time around, please sign up to our newsletter and follow us closely on social media to be among the first to hear…
