For those who previously used Fairfield Methodist Church as their polling station, very sadly it closed last year. This means that St Peter’s Church (SK17 7EA) is now our polling station tomorrow. Please heed the safety notices and any verbal instructions when you exercise your right to vote. There is limited parking just inside the…
Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service offer an Emotional Support Helpline to ANYBODY who feels they would benefit from having someone to talk to about things they might be having difficulty with. You can call the helpline on 01773 734989 and press option 2.
Great to see another local business, Famous Names Furniture, bouncing back after such a tough year. We’ve picked out a few of favourite items from their latest arrivals: https://explorebuxton.co.uk/famous-names-furniture-were…/
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. See here for full information. Check current restrictions before you travel. You can read in detail on the latest update on measures at gov.uk/guidance/covid-19-coronavirus-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do
Serpentine Community Garden is in Buxton 9tsSadSponsoredh · Our first round of Give Peas A Chance has begun! Saturday sessions of everything horticulture @ Buxton
Healthwatch Derbyshire Healthwatch Derbyshire is supporting NHS England’s campaign to increase registration with a GP. There is a common misconception that everybody needs to have certain documentation to be able to register with a GP such as photo identification and proof of address which is not the case. This campaign will help those who are…
High Peak CVS https://www.facebook.com/watch/ A new, free walking group has been established from CANDO, and we can’t wait to stretch our legs. Known as ” Focused Walking”, it has been designed by a team of leading academics and practical coaches to enable anyone, even with mild to moderate mobility issues, to gain both physical and…
NCT High Peak https://fb.watch Today’s focus for Maternal Mental Health Week is – What is Maternal Mental Health? Please take a look at the photos on this post (Follow link fb.watch) they describe symptoms of Perinatal Anxiety, Antenatal Depression, Postnatal Depression, Perinatal/Maternal OCD and a condition which is an Emergency Postpartum Psychosis. Many of these…
The Transition Repair Cafes are back! https://www.facebook.com/290252464333962/posts/6011564445536040/?d=n Details Event by Buxton Methodist Church and Transition Buxton Buxton Methodist Church Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 10 AM Our Volunteer Repairers will be back soon! Bring your broken items and we will see if we can extend their life instead of going to waste. We will have a go at…
Buxton Town Team Buxton now has the High Peak’s first e-bike delivery service Whilst developing a Sustainable Travel Plan for Buxton, Town Team members were contacted by ELov, an e-cargo bike delivery firm from Macclesfield. ELov already provide a zero-carbon delivery service for businesses in the Macclesfield area and were interested in expanding the business…
Many Thanks to Dove Holes Cricket Club, The 19th Hole & The Lee Wood Hotel for signing up to MENTELL’s Turn Your Bar Blue campaign & supporting men in your community https://www.mentell.org.uk/campaigns/turn-your-bar-blue
https://explorebuxton.co.uk/day-zero-buxtons-zero-waste-shop-is-now-online-offering-local-delivery We’ve all seen the heart-breaking pictures; plastic containers floating in the sea, forests on fire, melting icebergs, wildlife on the brink of extinction and the question we’ve all had to ask ourselves is: What can one person do to avert global catastrophe? One independent shop in Buxton has been helping us to make small…
It’s our first craft quirky vintage market of the year and we have almost 40 stalls! We welcome back some of our craft traders including SomethingOldSomethingNew selling their upcycled and preloved items; Sarah Gusterson and her handmade cards and Barbara from the purple shop just off the market place. We have lots of new traders…
Thanks to Johnsons Hygiene & Clean who are helping us get the opera house ready for reopening. http://ow.ly/sFkU50EzFcT To make sure everyone can safely enjoy the opera house, we’re regularly misting the entire building to help #StopTheSpread of #Covid19
For the May Bank Holiday weekend ahead we have the following areas open; Boats Train Children’s rides Ice Cream Pav Kitchen Lakeside Hut Gin Garden The Forest Distillery Gallery in the GardensHigh Peak Artists Retail by Forest Distillery The Octagon indoor stalls Toilets On Saturday there is also Crafty, Quirky, Vintage market on at…
The new cherry trees have blossomed in Ashwood Park. A total of 30 tress donated by the Japan Society as part of their Sakura Cherry Tree Project were planted in the park late last year. The project aims to share the Japanese cultural delights of the traditional Cherry Blossom Festival and Ashwood Park was selected…
You can get Rapid home test kits for Coronavirus at your local chemist as well as the Pavilion Gardens. Please do not go to the Chemist or gardens if you have symptoms though. Instead phone 119 or book a test here – https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test
If you’re aged 40 or over, or if you turn 40 before 1 July 2021, you can now book your COVID-19 vaccine. nhs.uk/CovidVaccination
Opening next weekend, our annual open exhibition this year is renamed The May Gathering. This vibrant showcase of original work created in our region can be viewed every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday for the whole of May.
As COVID-19 restrictions start to ease, some of us might be feeling a bit anxious. The Every Mind Matters website is full of helpful tips and advice for dealing with anxious feelings. Click here: nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/anxiety/
Due to the overwhelming positive response yesterday when we announced that the small pool is opening for Parent & Baby swims, we have just added PARENT AND TODDLER swims to the timetable Sessions will start Tuesday 4th May 2021 The sessions will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 13.00 – 14.00 The sessions are strictly…
Following the dreadful vandalism of our beloved statue Jack, we’re delighted to say that the original sculptor Lorraine Botterill visited last week and was able to repair him We were overwhelmed by the messages of support and we know that many of you wanted to make a donation to support the costs of his repair…
Really looking forward to welcoming people back into the Octagon this Bank Holiday weekend. Of course there are Covid restrictions in place like one way systems, social distancing, hand sanitizing stations and signage to direct you around the building. We have our Good to Go accreditation and look forward to seeing you soon.
Buxton is playing its part in cutting emissions and reducing the number of motor vehicles on the road – by launching its own car club. The new club, initiated by Buxton Town Team, offers the chance for members to book a vehicle whenever they need to – without the cost of maintenance, road tax, insurance…
You will be pleased to hear that the small pool will be opening for Parent & Baby Sessions from Tuesday 4th May 2021! The sessions will be Monday – Thursday from 9.00am – 10.00am These sessions MUST be booked in advance, Telephone or in house bookings only will be accepted The sessions are strictly one…
It’s not too late to book, visit: https://www.blc.ac.uk/virtual-information-april/ Wednesday 28th April: Childcare Public Services Adventurous Activities/Outdoor Sport Indoor Sport Media Art Culinary Hair Beauty Thursday 29th April: Business
Thanks to funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, we have been able to open a new bereavement group in Buxton. If you or someone you know is dealing with the loss of a loved one and needs some support, High Peak CVS run a number of bereavement groups through the High Peak. For more…
If you’re aged 42 or over, or if you’ll turn 42 before 1 July 2021, you can now book your Covid-19 vaccine. Book online nhs.uk/CovidVaccination
If you’re in need or struggling for sanitary products, you can head to our Customer Service Desk at any of our stores and ask for a package for Sandy. Our colleague will then give you a discreet envelope with what you need, for free, no questions asked. Let’s end period poverty.
Mentell There is more than 1 way to give to charity! Donations are a great way to give to charities, and the giving of time is super-duper as well!!! There are hundreds of ways to give your time to charity. Whether it’s helping to put up flyers in local businesses, dropping of merchandise at the…
Pavilion Gardens 13h The winning flavours from the Ice Cream competition were Iron Bru, Jaffa Cake and Apple Crumble The winners have been notified. Here’s what is open if you fancy a visit; Boats Train Takeaway catering Gallery in the Gardens Forest Gin shop and Gin Garden Play areas Gardens Toilets in Car Park (8am-6pm)…
Buxton Civic Association is at Corbar Woodland Next weekend has just become a lot more exciting . We’ll be hosting a FREE event in Corbar Woods. Come along and explore the woodlands whilst creating your own nature booklet. This event is open to all, but may especially appeal to families who would like to spend some…
Buxton Town Team Town Team volunteers have been busy in Ashwood Park where a wildflower meadow is being created. They have been hard at work lifting the turf and preparing the ground. A total of 8.5kg of seeds have now been sown. They include nearly 60 different…
UPDATE!! St Anne’s Drop In Playgroup for 0-5s. Thanks for all your interest and messages We plan to start up after half term on Wednesday 9th June. We’d love to start sooner but we are starting completely from scratch so we need to source toys and equipment and make sure we’re doing everything right.
What if everything turned out okay? What would Buxton look and feel like in 2030? How can we create the future we need and want? Groups and individuals, businesses and residents, everyone from every part of Buxton are invited to take part in The Big Buxton Conversation using a tried & tested simple but powerful…
No child should ever have to go to bed hungry. Marcus Rashford and Tom Kerridge are stopping hunger in its tracks with 52 easy-to-follow recipes. With weekly cookalongs, their Full Time Meals Facebook Page provides the skills and confidence to cook proper food, so that everyone can go to bed with full tummies. #FullTimeMeal
Open Tonight for Delivery! 4pm- 7pm 01298 299548 Home made cheese and onion pie
The Zink Project that runs High Peak Foodbank is looking for presenters. Could you present Countryfile or would you have liked to have been on Tiswas? And are you willing to spend a few hours helping out a local charity? Please message with your ‘phone number if you live in the High Peak or nearby.
Monsal Trail update Good news – we’re pleased to tell you that the closed section at Rusher Cutting is now re-open – the area has been made safe again for all users. Thanks also to the neighbouring landowner for prompt action to allow us to re-open for the weekend!
GOOD NEWS!! We have added more lane swim sessions to our timetable, including afternoon & Sunday sessions Check out the timetable here https://www.leisurecentre.com/buxton…/classtimetable All sessions do need to be booked in advance but you don’t need to be a member, you can pay per session too
The response has been amazing! Turn Your Bar Blue is back and the sign up rate has been bigger than Mentell ever expected. For those of you who don’t know about TYBB, it’s Mentell’s soon to be famous awareness campaign. Basically lots of bars and pubs, like our latest sign up the @highburylibrary pictured above,…
The Octagon is back! Bank Holiday weekend 1st-3rd May. Our first indoor market of the year is now sold out for stall holders!! Other dates; Weekend Market – 8th – 9th May Arts & Crafts Fair – 15th – 16th May Antiques Fair – 20th – 23rd May Bank Holiday weekend 29th – 31st May…
We think this video is tee-riffic! This 80 year old resident at Berelands House Care Home, who is living with dementia, has wowed us all with his golfing abilities! Take a look at our free, dementia friendly sports and activities guide, here: https://bit.ly/3tErpua : Teresa Mangonon/Berelands House Care Home
It’s our first Craft, Quirky, Vintage Market of the Year next weekend on 1st May. If you are a Peak District artist, craft maker or selling anything quirky please do get in touch via social media or send an email to admin@buxtonmarkets.co.uk. It is only £20 for our basic stall.
Buxton Baby Bank is here to help ALL parents in the Buxton area. We have baby clothes from premmie to 2 years, prams, cots, high chairs, nappies and much much more. We understand that times are hard, and have been especially with lockdowns and furlough. So if you need help in any way, please let…
Do you fancy some post lock down activity to meet and make new friends, provide gentle exercise and make Buxton look bit better…..yes!!…..then read on! We are looking for volunteers to join our Slopes and Slopes on the Move project teams. The Slopes on the Move team meet weekly on a Thursday 6pm-8pm starting from…
Adrenaline junkies are being invited to take part in an exciting challenge to help raise funds for hospice care across the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales. Blythe House Hospicecare and Helen’s Trust are hosting a fundraising abseil at the iconic Millers Dale Bridge in the Peak District National Park, on Sunday 25th April. …
Find out what’s new, in our special feature on their reopening earlier this month: https://explorebuxton.co.uk/hargreaves/
We are delighted to say we are partially re-open! Our Buxton office is now partially open to the public, using a temporary ‘serving hatch’ that is placed in the door entrance. The door will be open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays from 9.30am to 12.30pm, and from 1pm to 2.30pm. For the moment we…
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We are really humbled that hospice supporter, Amie Worrall, who is a student at the University of Derby, is basing her dissertation on our annual Jingle Bell Jog! Amie is looking into the motivations of why local people take part in the Jingle Bell Jog and whether they feel such events are beneficial to the…
Turn Your Bar Blue is a campaign running across the United Kingdom, open to all bars and pubs willing to display Mentell marketing materials for the first week of each month. For full details visit here.
We are pleased to share that our new counselling service is up and running. Offering free talking therapy to children and young people with additional needs or difficult life circumstances and a donation based service for their parents/carers. We also offer a paid for counselling service open to the wider community. TO FIND OUT MORE,…
A Buxton barber has joined the national Lions network, offering mental health support to struggling customers As customers return from a hard winter in lockdown, one Buxton barber is offering an extra therapeutic service after signing up for an nationwide mental health initiative. To read the full story visit here.
Still time to register if you’d like to join the Big Buxton Conversation 24 April, free and open to anyone who lives, works, studies, runs a business or owns property in Buxton Lets imagine the future we want and work together to make it happen https://fb.me/e/6rj8lLLY9
If you have a cot in great condition that you’re willing to donate, please let us know as we have a parent in need Thanks in advance! See here or email buxtonbabybank@gmail.com
SATURDAY AT 10 AM UTC+01 – 3 PM UTC+01 The Big Buxton Conversation Still time to register if you’d like to join the Big Buxton Conversation 24 April, free and open to anyone who lives, works, studies, runs a business or owns property in Buxton Lets imagine the future we want and work together to…
A useful guide to voting in the UK https://www.gov.uk/how-to-vote
Buxton Lions are inviting schoolchildren from across the town to showcase their images of lockdown as part of a new art competition. Buxton Lions appeal for images of lockdown as part of new art competition Buxton Lions are inviting schoolchildren from across the town to showcase their images of lockdown as part of a new…
Connex are part of the Active Travel Group in the High Peak. Just take a look at how busy we’ve been so far in 2021!
Reach more Buxton visitors and residents than any other publication With a surge in visitors as people plan their getaways, now is the time to get your business in front of them. Advertise with us from only £60: https://explorebuxton.co.uk/advertise-with-us/ Get your business seen by thousands of visitors and residents on Buxton’s #1 website! Premium…
Buxton Opera House will officially re-open on Thursday 8th July in grand style with the Buxton International Festival and an exciting co-production of Stephen Sondheim’s wickedly entertaining musical comedy, A Little Night Music directed by Chief Executive Paul Kerryson (8th July – 24th July 2021). Read more here
We’re currently at 555 likes! As we get busier, we are going to gradually need more volunteers. At the moment it’s mainly me (Kirsty), along with help from the wonderful Jo Taylor, who has been absolutely awesome in helping me. I’ve also got two great volunteers who have started doing hits and pieces in the…
Now that more people are out and about, its more important than ever to make sure you stay covid safe. We are lucky to have our own community testing centre in Buxton – and now you can pop along to get a test and pick up some kits to test yourself at home. It’s quick…
Crafty Quirky Vintage Market at Buxton Market- Saturday 1st of May from 9am The first Saturday of each month is the Craft, Quirky & Vintage Market. Local craftspeople, artisan foods, vintage and collectibles. Enjoy browsing a great range of stalls, buy al fresco from local independent traders. Food & drink, clothing, accessories, homeware, gifts and…
Interested in volunteering? This is a great opportunity to be involved in one of our town’s major events & to see some astonishing performances. We’re looking for volunteer stewards to help with #buxfest21 8-25 July. Free training will be given and there will be opportunities to sit in on some events. Find out more…
This page has essential local information here, relevant to Buxton and FAQs about what you might need to know about local facilities and businesses in the town. Please remember to follow current guidance. You can read in detail on the latest update on measures here.
Buxton businesses! As you reopen, we’re here for you! Tell us your reopening and safety info and claim a FREE promo on our website https://explorebuxton.co.uk/bouncebackbuxton-free-promo/
Great to have more areas back open. A few new faces and a few familiar ones too. Thanks for visiting, see you again soon.
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Our libraries are now welcoming people back through the doors for limited browsing and pre-booked computer sessions. You won’t need an appointment to browse but, due to space, your visit may be limited to 15 minutes. The standard three-week loan period is back, though all books currently out on loan don’t have to be returned…
There are lots of changes happening this week as restrictions are eased further. Find out everything you need to know and what you can and can’t do here Corona Virus Restrictions
If you want to have your say and vote in the county council elections on 6 May 2021 you may need to check you’re registered to vote. You can vote in person, by post or by proxy. More info here Elections Information
It’s very important to have both doses of the vaccine. While the first dose will give you some protection from COVID-19 infection, you will need to have the second dose, so your body can further increase your level of protection Find out more about the vaccination online at vaccination information
Buxton International Festival Needs You! We’re looking for volunteer stewards to help with #buxfest21 8-25 July. Free training will be given and there will be opportunities to sit in on some events. Find out more https://buxtonfestival.co.uk/about-us/jobs
We are absolutely devastated to report that our very popular sculpture of ‘Jack’ the lime worker in Grinlow Wood has been significantly vandalised and had very inappropriate graffiti carved into him. We are investigating what we can do to repair him or if we can repair him. Meanwhile we will have to cover him. This…
Buxton businesses! As you reopen, we’re here for you! Tell us your reopening and safety info and claim a FREE promo on our website: https://explorebuxton.co.uk/bouncebackbuxton-free-promo/
We are sad to announce that the Buxton Well Dressings and Carnival have been postponed and will not go ahead in July as originally hoped. The continuing uncertainty and risks involved with the pandemic have led us to this decision. The safety of the hundreds of people involved in the preparation for the events is…
From Friday 9 April local people will be able to pick up free coronavirus home testing kits from our community testing centre in the Pavilion Arts Centre, which is open seven days a week, 7.45am to 7pm. You will be able to pick up two boxes of seven tests. https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/council/news-events/news-updates/news/derbyshires-community-testing-sites-to-offer-free-kits.aspx?fbclid=IwAR1UH4Kk0rXdq2-b4VMf_1c32_84TZ_G-QUwXZFLvapqLSb-HRa6hCoBiRk
There is a lot of information circulating regarding the Astra Zeneca vaccine following the announcement by MHRA yesterday. They key things to remember are: • If you have had a 1st dose of the Astra Zeneca vaccine, you should continue to have your 2nd dose as planned • If you are aged over 30, you…
If you live, work, study, own property or run a business in Buxton you are invited to The Big Buxton Conversation on 24 April. We will explore the Buxton we want to live in in 2030, then work out how to create our chosen future together. The process is fun, interactive, and, thanks to a…
The Peak District National Park https://www.facebook.com/peakdistrictnationalpark turns 70 this month and we want to hear your memories and connections to the hills and valleys. Whether you woke up early to see the sunrise, did a charity event with friends, got engaged there or have been rescued by one of our amazing mountain rescue teams let us…
“Officers investigating the theft of a distinctive Peugeot from a High Peak home are appealing for information. The black Peugeot 108, which has 3 distinctive white lines along the side of the car, was stolen in the early hours of this morning, Monday 5 April between 0200-0212 hours, after the keys were taken from a…
Applications for FEST grants 2021 are now open! Grants are awarded for a wide range of courses from music and sports lessons, to A levels and degrees. To help with purchasing books, travel or equipment and tools for apprentices. Each year FEST Trustees make around 100 grant offers To qualify you need to be under…
Check this out for a chuckle…! BREAKING: New national park rangers initiative launched! In line with our 70 years of pioneering spirit in the outdoors, the National Park today brings new innovation to how our rangers get around the Peak District you love. With thanks to our friends at https://wildeymedia.com!
Adrenaline junkies are being invited to take part in an exciting challenge to help raise funds for hospice care across the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales. Read more and how to get involved here!
1st March would have been the start of March’s Turn Your Bar Blue! For those of you who don’t know what TYBB is: It is an amazing way to get your local boozer to help spread the good word about Mentell. When a pub or bar sign up, the Mentell community team will arrive with…
Check out this light-hearted message from The Peak District National Park about how you can help enjoy AND protect our beautiful surroundings. We’ve brought artist KMT and some of our amazing visitors together to share a simple message: L.I.T.T.E.R – Pick It Up! Let’s be #PeakDistrictProud and #TakeHomeWhatYouBring
The full 2021 Buxton International Festival programme is online! Time to start planning a summer full of opera, music and books. See here for more information.
Stay active and join a FREE virtual challenge. Navigate the 75 miles of the National Forest Way, from anywhere! For full information visit here.
We’re marking and celebrating Easter in lots of different ways this year – from online services as well as those in the church buildings, outdoor crosses to decorate with flowers, the Wander and Wonder trails and the Puzzle Hunt. Please see the posters below for more details and contact us if you’d like to book…
Keep up to date with which venues and attractions in and around Buxton are open as we move along the restrictions roadmap with the Know Before You Go page on the Visit Buxton website. For further information see here.
Egg Hunt for families and people all around. Chocolate eggs will be hidden all around the pavilion gardens – free of charge ☆ From 11 am . Please stay in family bubbles only and follow social distance guidelines. And 1 egg per person – be kind and don’t take them all!! https://fb.me/e/DoMMQFf
Do you know someone who has put others first, showing kindness, compassion, enterprise and strong community spirit during the pandemic? Derbyshire County Council have joined forces with Derby City Council, the High Sheriff and the Lord Lieutenant to launch the Beacon of Hope award to recognise individuals and groups who have gone the extra mile.…
First customers waiting for the boats this morning! Boats open daily from now throughout to the 18th April. Then weekends after that.
Today’s the day! It’s the deadline for parents to take up additional childcare for the summer term! If you have a child aged three or four-years-old you could be eligible for 30 hours funded early education a week. Make sure you check and apply before midnight tonight (March 31) https://crowd.in/Rd8qUn
We have been kindly donated quite a number of these surgical masks. Are there any local businesses or organisations, schools etc that could benefit from some free face masks ? Please message our page if you are interested Thanks, Buxton SNT https://www.facebook.com/BuxtonSNT
it’s been a while, and we’ve missed you all so much, but it’s not much longer now! We’re so looking forward to seeing you all so we can’t wait any longer before telling you all that on the 12th of April, we’ll have the teacakes toasting, the paninis pressing, and the cappuccinos a’frothing! We are…
Local elections can be won or lost by just a handful of votes – as I know only too well. The safest & easiest way to vote, especially this year, is to get a postal vote – it’s quick & easy – follow this link https://www.highpeak.gov.uk/…/3387/Voting-by-post-or-proxy
We’re really busy at the moment….. Not only do we have various services this Holy Week (more details to follow) and our Wander and Wonder trails ……We’ve also got a Puzzle Hunt starting on Saturday – it’s a fun, free, family friendly excuse to get outside for a walk and there are prizes to be…
New Covid hardship grants to support High Peak businesses who aren’t eligible for help from the mandatory or discretionary schemes have been launched by the Borough Council – as latest figures show over £35m has now been paid out to local businesses. Businesses have been at the forefront of the impact of the health pandemic with many…
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Transition Buxton are looking at setting up a Library of Things/borrowing service in Buxton. Would you mind completing this survey which is designed to gauge local interest in a scheme like this? It only takes 3 minutes to complete. Thanks
How can we help your business bounce back? Our #BounceBackBuxton21 campaign is helping businesses recover in the wake of the coronavirus crisis, with free promotion for any business in the Peak District on our website. Plus, there are premium paid packages for those who want to gain extra exposure to our audience, currently at discounted prices …
This week is World Autism Awareness Week. At Morrisons, we continue to support our customers with Quieter Hours, where we make the store environment quieter and calmer for customers with additional sensory needs, like autism. This is by dimming the lights, turning off the music, stopping announcements on the tannoy, reducing the movement of stock…
Over the weekend we’ve launched our Wander and Wonder Trails. Scattered around some of our churchyards (St Mary’s Buxton, St John’s Buxton, Christ Church Burbage and Christ Church King Sterndale) are poems, Bible passages and prayers for you to wonder over as you have a wander. They will be up for a few weeks so…
BUNNY HUNT Have you spotted the Bunnies popping up in Buxton? 15 TV/Film/book famous Bunny pictures have been displayed in shop windows. Can you find and name them? Entry forms cost £2 with the money raised going to Buxton Junior School PTFA. email ptfabuxtonjun@gmail.com if you would like to enter. Prize draw to win a…
MENTELL has been into Buxton.. We have left awareness cards & posters @ Boots pharmacy, The Chakra Cafe, Starz Cafe & The Chip Shop on the Market Square.. Thank you to these businesses. MENTELL is a men’s mental health charity offering support every Monday night via zoom 7-9 Please contact: community@mentell.org.uk For promo materials. To…
Despite the prospect of some snow overnight, we are going ahead with the market tomorrow. We will have fresh fruit and veg, Greek and Turkish food, vegan street food, cheese, meat, plants and pet food for sale. Pop along and see us
Spot the baby! This is why we have had to put a hold on taking in donations, and this isn’t even all of it! We hope to resume taking items in again in the next few weeks, but until then, we are still able to supply anyone with whatever they need. We have lots of…
Join millions across the world and switch off your lights for an hour on Saturday 27 March at 8:30pm. Take it one step further and sign up to an Earth Hour challenge on the My Footprint app and discover how you can make a difference. What: Switch off your lights this Earth Hour and take…
SCAM ALERT! People have reported receiving texts and phonecalls from a number claiming to be Derbyshire County Council telling them they are entitled to a council tax rebate. Please just hang up, or delete the message. Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. A legitimate organisation will NEVER ask for your full password, or bank or card…
From Monday (29 March) the rules around how many people you can meet outside are changing…https://crowd.in/7Brkjd
Our woodlands form part of the mosaic that is Buxton. Throughout the pandemic they have provided us with refuge, solace and recuperation. In the coming months our Stronger Roots Project will offer a series of FREE activities and workshops that will further improve our health, well-being and connections with nature. Please keep an eye out…
Happy Birthday to us– and Thank You to our wonderful volunteers! On Tuesday BSBS – Buxton Street By Street – celebrated its first birthday. When we set up this little Facebook group a year ago, ahead of the first national lockdown, little did we anticipate the impact it would have. We…
Starting next Friday – Fun for all ages. An event that can be done safely within your family bubble. The images will be displayed so they can safely been seen from outside. Looking for things to do during the Easter break ? Buxton Junior school PTFA have organised a Bunny hunt. 15 pictures of famous…
As the anniversary of the first lockdown passes, Buxton Advertiser take a look back at the past year, the impact the pandemic as had on our town, and how community spirit it has been generated. It says: “One of the earliest indications of that spirit was the Street by Street support network which sprang up…
Well done to Buxton’s Medical staff and all the volunteers who’ve helped out, and a special shout out to our Street by Street’s Toni who organises the rotas for the volunteers; all 250 of them! See here for full story.
Healthwatch Derbyshire wants to hear from local people about why they won’t or can’t have the Covid-19 vaccine. We would be grateful if you could fill out this short survey to share your views on why you don’t want the vaccine, or if you will face any issues receiving it. Feedback will be shared anonymously…
Vaccine update: We still have spaces available in our clinics this coming weekend for anyone aged 50 or over, or those identified as clinically vulnerable. With current uncertainty over the number of first-dose vaccines available over the next few weeks, now is a great time to get booked in if you have not yet been…
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The Green Man Gallery Saturday 20th March: Something to look forward to… We have been provisionally booking shows for Buxton Festival Fringe 2021 and we hope to be hosting an exciting programme of music, comedy, spoken word and small-scale theatre. There are no more slots available in the Ground Floor Gallery but we do have…
explorebuxton.co.uk Buxton Market – every Tue & Sat in Buxton // Regular specialist markets Buxton Market – A wide array of stalls from food and drink, crafts, plants, clothing and more and specialist markets inc. vintage, fine food, flea & more
Buxton Town Team Community Organization Buxton Town Team exists “to advance the prosperity of Buxton and the well-being of its community”. Membership is open to anyone who shares this objective. http://www.buxtontownteam.org/ townteam@buxtontownteam.org Town Team volunteers have created a video presentation looking at the possibility of creating new Walking & Riding Trails from Buxton to Matlock.…
derbytelegraph.co.uk | By EDDIE BISKNELL How Derbyshire people’s lives have changed forever since Covid-19 March 23, 2020, is a day that will go down in history Excellent piece here on Derbyshire’s response over the past year – beautifully written with knowledge and compassion. There’s even a mention of the work done by street-by-street groups Caitlin…
A reminder that its the online support session this Wednesday evening. We welcome new and returners to come and talk and benefit from the positive vibe. There has always a laugh or two as well. Please pass to anyone who might benefit from talking in a safe, positive focused group.
Our story is in this week’s Buxton advertiser and on their website! Please take a look and feel free to share so that we can get these things to those who need them Big thank you to Lucy Ball and the photographers at The Buxton Advertiser for the wonderful article and pictures of us. https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/…/new-lifeline-baby…
BBC Tiny Happy People Easy activities that can help your little one’s wellbeing from 0-5 Find a free interactive version on our site …
Here in Buxton Team Parish we’ll be keeping the minute’s silence, opening St Anne’s, Bath Road, for Private Prayer and Reflection and sharing the light at 8pm. Some congregation members will also tie yellow ribbons on their trees/railings to pray for and stand in solidarity with those who have lost loved ones as well as…
Carnival fitness with cheryl SAT 27TH !!!!! NOT LONG NOW XXXX Dont forget to message me for your quick fit for exercise form to fill the we are good to go FREEEEEEEE!!!! taster session Get ready to bring those carnival vibes to your living room!!!! #piloxercise #famalay #Soca #raggaeton #carnivalfitness Come and join in the…
explorebuxton.co.uk Blythe House Hospicecare fundraising abseil Millers Dale Bridge Calling all adrenaline junkies! Take part in an exciting challenge to raise funds for Blythe House Hospicecare and Helen’s Trust on 25th April: Adrenaline junkies are being invited to take part in an exciting challenge to help raise funds for hospice care across the High Peak…
What to expect when going for a COVID-19 vaccination British Sign Language version:
The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on the 20th of March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012The 2021 International Day of Happiness campaign theme, Happiness For All Forever, seeks to unite the great human family in common purpose, to enhance and advance the happiness…
A huge thank you to all the volunteers at High Peak Foodbank who continue to work during lockdown to make sure local families get emergency food when they need it. We’ve had to socially distance so there isn’t the same friendly vibe at the foodbank but nobody has complained and there has been a lot…
We are looking forward to welcoming back some of our traders at our first food and drink market of the year on Saturday We have 18 confirmed traders for our first food and drink market of the year tomorrow. Pop along to buy some yummy food and drink. Claire will be there selling cakes, Michelle…
We are very proud to announce that Buxton JFC alongside Buxton Community School PTA, Buxton Cricket Club and High Peak Athletics Club have raised funds to make a defibrillator publicly available at Temple Fields for the local community. By using a defibrillator before an ambulance arrives, you can significantly increase someone’s chance of survival. According…
It’s Global Recycling Day and we’re getting creative by making our very own piggy bank from recyclable materials found around the house. Why not give it a go and share your pig or piglet money bank creations with us!? If you’re looking to keep the kids entertained this weekend, have a go at making a…
Good morning all! We have been kindly granted space at Buxton Community Church! We’re hoping to start our little project here and then hopefully have bigger premises in the summer as it’s set to really get quite big! We’re so grateful for the help and Thank Joanne and Ollie from the bottom of our hearts…
Courier fraud occurs when a fraudster contacts victims by telephone purporting to be a police officer or bank official. To substantiate this claim, the caller might be able to confirm some easily obtainable basic details about the victim such as their full name and address. The caller may also offer a telephone…
Last year Morrisons donated 10 million pounds to help stock the foodbanks. This year the company has committed a further 5 million, enabling me to donate food to two foodbanks: Waste Not Want Not and High Peak Foodbank.
Pavilion gardens, Buxton The donation service would like you to be aware that they still need donations as normal. Please be assured that during lock down in England all blood donation sessions will continue to run as normal. They have extra safety measures in place and every precaution is put in place to eliminate the…
Looking for things to do during the Easter break ? Buxton Junior school PTFA have organised a Bunny hunt. 15 pictures of famous bunnies from film/tv will be displayed in shop windows from the 1st till the 23rd April. Entry forms cost £2. All correct entries will be put in a draw to win a…
We have more books for sale, kindly donated by Mark Cocker – all proceeds to Buxton Field Club suggested minimum £1. For collection only from central Buxton. Message me if you are interested.
An amazing milestone as Buxton GP Practices pass the 10, 000 vaccines delivered in just ten weeks. The plan now is to invite patients for their vaccinations in line with the National Booking System so, with vaccine supply increasing, there should be no need for anyone to have to go anywhere else for their vaccine.…
A big Thank you to Rob Morrisons Buxton Community Champion and Morrisons for the support for local charities. Once again they are supporting Buxton Junior school PTFA with an Easter fundraiser and have kindly donated Easter eggs that will be used for prizes.
Hello you awesome people – I am holding an Easter egg hunt on the Saturday before Easter (3rd april). This will be for families and people all around. There will be chocolate eggs hidden all around the pavilion gardens – free of charge ☆ From 11 am . Please stay in family bubbles only and…
We’re proud to announce that our shiny new website is now LIVE! You’ll find everything from blogs to updates, projects, events, and photo diaries! Serpentine Community Garden
New prize in High Peak Foodbank’s lottery: A £500 bike voucher! That’s in addition to the weekly £25,000 and local prizes. Only £1 a week to enter and help local families in need: https://l.facebook.com/l.php
Following the tragic murder of Sarah Everard, If you have views you wish to share you can complete an online survey or submit a report. Here are the relevant links: Easy Read Strategy Document – https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/…/Final… Easy Read Survey – https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/…/VAW_G_survey… More detailed information – https://www.gov.uk/…/violence-against-women-and-girls…
Ever wanted to take a behind the scenes look at HSE in Harpur Hill ? … now you can CLICK HERE:: https://fb.watch/4ftL_mMB_6/ to watch exciting snippets of our science filmed pre-COVID at our Buxton Science and Research Centre which is now operating with COVID-secure measures in place. For more information on HSE science and evidence see…
How many tests have been carried out at at Buxton’s Community Test Site so far? Read more to find out here!
Morrisons has decided to extend its 10% discount for NHS workers until the end of the year as the government faces a backlash over its planned 1% hike in pay for nurses. Read more here
Reopening Information We are now able to share some information on our reopening. We will reopen on Monday 29th March with 3 days of ‘soft opening’ these will be shorter days before we proceed to a full timetable from 1st April. We anticipate demand for the pool to be at an all-time high for the…
Have you got your copy of the Active at Home Guide? Booklets to encourage people to be active at home have been distributed to vaccination hubs across Derbyshire recently. Read more to download yours for free here:
Friday 12th March at 7pm. To view click here.
Join Buxton Field Club’s final talk of the season, on 20th March – UN World Rewilding Day at 7.00pm A brilliant Peak District account of wilding Livestream here
Bright Opportunities is a learning disability community interest company in Buxton. We are seeking funds to buy a state- of -the art sensory room within our building. Since Covid-19 hit in 2020 we have had to re-think how we deliver services, we are now limited to what we can do as lack of…
Our Community Hub continues to offer services to patients and carers throughout the pandemic – including telephone and online support, and COVID-secure face-to-face meetings. They offer treatment and advice including around: Carer and family support Changes to treatment plans and understanding the healthcare system during COVID-19 Help with managing symptoms such as pain, anxiety, breathlessness…
It’s very important to have both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine. While the first dose will give you some protection from COVID-19 infection, you will need to have the second dose, so your body can further increase your level of protection. You also need to carry on wearing a face covering & sticking to current…
Anyone want to do a jigsaw swap? I have these available and happy to come to your doorstep (Buxton). Message here.
Facebook users have shared links to several websites which misreport government data on Covid-19 vaccines. These websites claim the data shows that 460 people have died in the UK because of the Covid-19 vaccine, and 243,612 have suffered “injuries”. This is not true. These figures come from the UK’s Yellow Card scheme, which collects and monitors information on…
Many benefit from being able to talk and we also offer simple methods to manage and change emotions. These nights have been a great support to many ladies. It is hard to be human sometimes and whether its the fear of the future, stress threatening breakdown, challenges with kids going back to school or home…
High energy fun and motivating fitness classes. Expect the best in afro Caribbean music and having a non stop smile on your face, all at the same time as keeping fit and healthy! Click here for more information.
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BLC is helping people back into work post COVID-19 with free industry recognised Courses… https://www.blc.ac.uk/subject-areas/misc/distance-learning-short-courses-2/ Also suitable for those wishing to upskill / enhance their CV. Distance Learning FREE to most UK postcodes. To find out more or to sign up, please visit: https://bit.ly/2PQ5Zer
Call us on 0800 085 2299 Visit: https://www.livelifebetterderbyshire.org.uk/home.aspx
Find out more about how we contact you: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/how-you-will-be-contacted/
Take a ‘PAWS’ out of your day to read this post ! As many are aware, there was an attempt Dog Theft in Pavilion Gardens a few days ago. This is a disgusting and immoral act and will not be taken lightly. Thankfully on this occasion they were unsuccessful, but many times they do get…
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Information from Peak Park https://www.facebook.com/peakdistrictnationalpark/ Temporary tunnel closure Please be aware that Cressbrook Tunnel on the Monsal Trail is closed from MONDAY 8 March for two weeks due to scheduled maintenance. The closure will only be during weekdays, so the tunnel will remain accessible during weekends. Alternative walking routes…
MENTELL is ready & waiting to help support men in your area, by means of raising awareness.. be it in a supermarket, a hospital reception or maybe you would like to join our ‘Turn Your Bar blue’ campaign.. or some posters for your business.. We can only do this with the help of the community…
Fairfield first-time fundraiser joins cancer charity walking challenge to highlight men’s health concerns A Fairfield resident concerned about men’s health has set out to raise £300 for a national cancer charity with an epic month-long walking challenge. Father of two Chris Wardle, 41, is attempting to walk 11,000 steps a day as part of Prostate…
Derbyshire County Council Are you a working parent with a 3 or 4-year-old? You could be eligible for 30 hours free childcare for the summer term. The deadline to apply is 31 March. Find out more: https://crowd.in/nhBBDP
Blackwell Mill CYCLE HIRE Monsal Trail REOPENING MONDAY 12th APRIL 2021 . Time to get on our Bikes and cycle the Magnificent MONSAL TRAIL
The Chakra Lounge For all the women who have supported us in our journey, May we be them! May we appreciate them! Here’s to incredible women! May we know them! Always! the strong women behind The Chakra Lounge, and the amazing women whom we have had the honour of serving. We owe you one, Thank…
We’re starting to see an increase in the number of people using our recycling centres. Please remember: • Government guidance still in place says ‘you must not leave, or be outside of your home except where necessary’ • Social distancing measures are still in place at our sites and you may have to queue. Please…
Crossroads Derbyshire is a voluntary organisation and registered charity (number 1134679) dedicated to helping women, men and children break free from domestic abuse. The website is a safe platform where anyone can seek help. Or if you would like to help by volunteering or fundraising, find out more on the website as well. http://www.crossroadsderbyshire.org/?fbclid=IwAR1ydWYSVkLej4Ioqp_twMBWBIH_7QczSUdarkRh5c6F2JMUOg7_jBDF5p8
The May Gathering is a completely open exhibition with no competitive element. Its aim is to showcase, promote and celebrate recent work by local artists. Artists and makers over 18 who live or work in the Peak District and its borders (e.g. Cheshire, Staffordshire, South Yorkshire etc) are invited to take part. Submission guidelines and link to the submission…
Mental health support for children and young people is available and views are being sought on how these services should be shaped…. please encourage and give feedback using these short surveys https://www.derbyandderbyshireccg.nhs.uk/have-your-say/engagements/digital-mental-health-services/?fbclid=IwAR17stFg80XqCOn7TlyMAZfGhHTEh3AVVBLYtfMyw_ybCVJrA-EEPG80as8
Unfortunately Derbyshire school swimming lessons won’t start back until September. Don’t forget we hope to start our children’s swimming lessons from Monday 12th April
Watch this video for a short and simple explanation of the vaccination process, from start to finish
Throughout spring 2021, Buxton Opera House are offering an exciting community-centred projects for and including young people, children, families, adults, and community groups. During this time in the pandemic, as we move forward, communities need to be given time, space, and opportunity to (Re)Connect, Take Stock, Emerge and Celebrate… https://explorebuxton.co.uk/buxton-opera-house-reconnects-with/?fbclid=IwAR3MhWIxowIOvO5QqL1_mg_lk9HrebKl9L-PDrAF2GrmJyGUHa4mpHLXbEw
Local theatre makers, Babbling Vagabonds and digital projection specialists Illuminos, are creating a visual delight to brighten up Spring Gardens later this year and they need the help from local people. “We need your stories and images of Spring Gardens to be part of an exciting new arts project,” said Mark, Joint Artistic Director of…
What’s the difference between community testing and booking a test through the NHS? Community testing – for people who don’t have coronavirus symptoms. NHS testing – for people who do have symptoms and are self-isolating. More info below. https://crowd.in/R0v5fU
For the third year, the Morrisons Foundation have funded a selection of books to donate to a local school for world book day. This year the books were donated to Buxton Junior School.
Thomas Theyer Foundation is looking for a Volunteer Graphic Designer. This charity is looking for a creative volunteer, who can design leaflets, posters, banners, and other promotional material. In addition to printed items, they need digital materials to include PDFs and design for social media, website, and blog content. Experience of website design and content…
Thomas Theyer Foundation-Public Relations Volunteer This charity is looking for a PR specialist who can help to increase awareness of the Thomas Theyer Foundation and generate positive media coverage of its activities/ events and achievements. Key activities include: • Identifying media opportunities to promote the charity, including newspapers, magazines, journals, broadcasts, social media sites and…
Are you finding it difficult to cope? There’s always someone to talk to. You won’t be judged. You can call the Samaritans on 116 123, any day, any time. Please share – it could make a big difference to someone else. Get help here..
You may experience mild side effects after your COVID-19 vaccine. This is because vaccines work by triggering a response in a person’s immune system. Most side effects are very mild, and only last a short time. Find out more about the COVID-19 vaccine on our website.
The Zink Project, of which High Peak Foodbank is a part, was presented with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service on Friday by Her Majesty’s representative, The Lord Lieutenant of Derbyshire, Elizabeth Fothergill CBE DL. The Queen’s Award is the highest award a charity can receive and recognises outstanding work done by community groups. Well…
High Peak charity, The Zink Project of which High Peak Foodbank is part, has set up a partnership of local employers offering vacancies to unemployed young people as part of the government’s kickstart scheme. We’ll advertise these over the coming days on Facebook. The first vacancy is Admin support working for Zink: This is a…
Restrictions are still in place but the future is looking brighter. Morrisons Doorstep Deliveries are still available for everyone. Just call 03456 116 111 option 5 for next day delivery. You can even add an afternoon tea for two or one.
Are you working on site during the COVID-19 pandemic? The World Health Organisation teamed up with IOSH to provide an online course on how to stay healthy & safe in your workplace now or whenever you return. Start learning on OpenWHO today, it’s free for all: http://bit.ly/3pN7RAW
If anyone can temporarily help the baby bank with storage premises where items can be kept safe and dry, and accessed safely, (a container, garage, empty cellars etc.) please send them or us a message! Thank you in advance March Update Happy March, and Happy St David’s Day! Firstly, I want to say thank you…
The Big Buxton Conversation What if everything turned out okay? What would Buxton look and feel like in 2030? How can we create the future we need and want? Groups and individuals, businesses and residents, everyone from every part of Buxton are invited to take part in The Big Buxton Conversation using a tried & tested simple…
Derbyshire County Council · Covid is a global issue so every country has worked on quickly finding a vaccination. All new vaccinations have passed the same rigorous safety and quality checks as any other vaccination. To get the facts, not fiction, about Covid-19 visit https://crowd.in/iWhxp6
MENTELL.. A free, confidential space for men to talk.. Monday 7-9 on zoom.. But we also run a campaign called ‘Turn Your Bar Blue’ we supply you with all the promo materials & beer mats.. the campaign runs the 1st Monday of a new month for 1 week only.. its tried & tested & works..…
Information from the Peak Park Lambing and bird nesting season is almost here, so if you’re out in the countryside local to you and you see livestock or bird nesting signs, then please… keep your dogs on a lead keep to the…
Peak District National Park Our friends at South West Peak are looking for local young people to help design a logo for the launch of the first ever #BuxtonWildWeeks this spring/summer! Closing date is 8 March. Find out more http://bit.ly/BuxtonWildWeeks Buxton Civic Association | Transition Buxton
For details, click here: https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/health-and-wellbeing/health-protection/disease-control/coronavirus/community-testing/community-testing-for-covid-19.aspx
Peak District National Park Lambing and bird nesting season is almost here, so if you’re out in the countryside local to you and you see livestock or bird nesting signs, then please… keep your dogs on a lead keep to the signposted paths leave gates as you find them take your litter home with you…
Allied taxi’s buxton After the success of Allied Taxis donating selection boxes to two great local charities at Christmas, and the great feedback we received we have decided to do it again. Today we at Allied Taxis have donated 100 Easter eggs to the High Peak Foodbank and Waste not Want not, two fabulous charities…
Buxton market tStp1onnlgsore7dh · Beautiful buxton and we are so excited to report we are expecting a sunny day for the market tomorrow! We have our regulars selling fruit, veg, plants and local meat. Debbie from the cheese cavern is back for the first time this year too 🙂
As most people know, dog theft is at an all time high. Please be cautious and if you see suspicious activity report to the police and share on Buxton websites to make people aware.U Dog Theft Awareness: be alert and be vigilant. Check your home and garden security and never leave you dog unattended anywhere.…
5,000 free food parcels are distributed at Buxton church to people struggling during pandemic- read the full article in the Buxton Advertiser here https://www.buxtonadvertiser.co.uk/news/people/5000-free-food-parcels-are-distributed-at-buxton-church-to-people-struggling-during-pandemic-3143660?amp&fbclid=IwAR0Rbejvh34sYSGD1S2IQIGtzuVUMJUJzYmVFNFUvcrMeDOH1IcCqbJkmYk plus the 2400 parcels Buxton Street by Street have delivered, this is a huge achievement!
After the success of Allied Taxis donating selection boxes to two great local charities at Christmas, and the great feedback we received we have decided to do it again. Today we at Allied Taxis have donated 100 Easter eggs to the High Peak Foodbank and Waste not Want not, two fabulous charities doing great work…
‘The Oldest Lake in Europe: The Birds and Wildlife of Lake Prespa’ my talk at 7pm on Sat 6 March 2021 Really looking forward to this talk about a very special place for two SPECIAL and formative institutions for me – the Buxton Field Club and the Derbyshire Ornithological Society. If you are a member…
High Peak residents are being invited to meet Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Hardyal Dhindsa in special virtual event to discuss crime and policing on Thursday 11th March. The virtual event will enable residents to raise any concerns about crime or policing in their district as well as learn about how partners are working together…
There’s lots of misleading information circulating about #Covid-19 & you might wonder what’s true and what is not. Our campaign ‘Covid 19. Get the Facts’ provides #trusted, professionally sourced information about some of the main issues you might have questions about. To get the facts, not fiction, about Covid-19 visit https://crowd.in/wKjxTP
You can’t catch Covid-19 from the vaccination. It doesn’t contain the live virus and cannot give you COVID-19 infection. It is possible to have caught COVID before your appointment however and not realised you have symptoms until you have been vaccinated. To get the facts, not fiction, about Covid-19 visit https://crowd.in/64Bsz9
Over 21 million people have already downloaded the NHS COVID-19 app. Join them to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and save lives. App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/nhs-covid-19/id1520427663 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details…
Covid-19 Vaccination FAQs from Joined Up Care Derbyshire Find the answers to all your questions here: https://joinedupcarederbyshire.co.uk/public-info-covid-19/covid-19-vaccine/covid-vaccine-faqs?fbclid=IwAR31L03xOo9bYm2nm7LPbXc9wZCujnL6AONtWqCBzbalWOrJ9aOUGCN7ihU
When it comes to vaccines, there are three words you may have heard: pathogen, antigen, and antibody. Learn and share what they mean in 35 seconds:
The High Peak’s new walk-in coronavirus testing site is open and the message to the community is to use it. Open 7 days a week, 9am to 7pm and for people without coronavirus symptoms. For more information, a tour of the testing site and some excellent advice, watch the clip below: https://www.questmedianetwork.co.uk/news/daily-coronavirus-updates/high-peak-community-encouraged-to-get-covid-test-at-walk-in-site/?fbclid=IwAR0-QegjkFb6mcshpYN91A8x-hcJwBJECbFH-ZxJqmJkEpvrB6WWtgeijEY
There is light at the end of the tunnel! Going back to work? Worried about having time to clean? Or opening your offices again and need a commercial cleaning company you can trust? Don’t worry, LDL Cleaning are here to help – contact us today for a free, no obligation quote and start using your…
High Peak CVS provides support to community and voluntary groups in the High Peak area of Derbyshire, through advice, practical services, information, training, facilities and identifying funding. Look here for more information.
We’ve been sending out Lent Packs full of prayers, reflections and different ways to mark this Lent time. One of the booklets, “Baking Through Lent”, has inspired one congregation member to make these beautiful shortbread biscuits. If you’d like a Lent Pack please do get in touch and if you too are inspired to bake,…
Please be aware that due to unforeseen staff absence, as well as additional vaccine clinics, we are particularly short of routine appointments this week. Today (Tuesday 23rd February) we will be able to offer urgent appointments only. If you are unwell and need urgent treatment please call us as normal. For non urgent issues, please…
***FREE return transport to your local vaccination centre*** Free return transport to your local vaccination centre is available to ANYONE over 18 years of age. Please call the Buxton office on 01298 23970 if you live in the High Peak. Or call 01335 344 700 if you live in the Derbyshire Dales Connex website
Psychological First Aid Training from PHE Online training, developed by PHE, is now available for those supporting children and young people affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Serpentine Community Garden We cannot wait to open our gates again to visitors! It’s been a quiet 12 months here at Serpentine, but thanks to our lovely volunteers we’ve held on in there. Hopefully we’ll be full of life again in the not too distant future
Spotted today. Lots of lovely seeds at Serpentine Community Garden for a donation. Go grow something.
Please do not call the Practice about where you are with regards to the Covid Vaccination or what is happening with the second vaccine. At present we are working to the Government guidance. This has not changed with the recent roadmap out of Lockdown, and cannot be sped up. Though we can understand the anxiety…
The government has published the ‘COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021’, setting out the roadmap out of the current lockdown for England. Steps will be moved through depending on four tests and decisions at each step will be made on the latest data and we will be cautious so that we do not undo the progress…
Click on the picture to watch Youtube footage of the illuminated Fan Window at Buxton Station. (Search for ‘the many colours of fan window at Buxton Railway Station!’
Monday has been a beautiful day in Buxton but we have high winds forecast for Tuesday. Our hardy regulars will be there selling fish, vegan treats, fruit, veg, plants, eggs and jams #unpredictableweather #buxton #peakdistrict #nofilterneeded #marketdays #markettraders #shoplocal
Buxton’s Coronavirus Testing Centre is now Open! High Peak residents are being asked to come for a coronavirus test as part of Derbyshire County Council’s targeted community testing programme. The county council testing centre is at Pavilion Gardens (access from the promenade)on St John’s Road in Buxton, SK17 6BE. The opening times are 9am to…
MENTELL partnerships with local fire stations.. as well as raising vital funds.. we raise awareness too.. here’s hoping we can get back to doing our charity car washes?.. #bookusin@yourfirestation Contact: community@mentell.org.uk
New Covid hardship grants to support High Peak businesses who aren’t eligible for help from the mandatory or discretionary schemes have been launched by the Borough Council – as latest figures show over £35m has now been paid out to local businesses. Businesses have been at the forefront of the impact of the health pandemic with many…
Derbyshire County Council #DigitalHealth resources offer practical tools that can be used for health and wellbeing. We’re offering you free access to a library of top-rated, quality assured #Health apps. Take a look here: https://crowd.in/RwLgGp
Derbyshire Constabulary https://www.facebook.com/derbyshireconstabulary Does your property have CCTV cameras? We’d like your help. You could help us gather evidence that would help in investigations. We are getting a mailing list together to create a list of people that have CCTV outside of their homes, workplaces or businesses, which will allow officers to come directly to…
First Steps ED Brand new service, coming very soon! The First Steps ED Youth Club opens Tuesday 2nd March, available to all new and existing Young People aged 11-14 following an initial assessment (make a referral today via our website!) To join or to learn more for others to join, email info@firststepsed.co.uk – see you…
funnywonders https://www.youtube.com/watch Greetings. We are looking for a range of people with a range of interests to get involved with a range of things for Funny Wonders. Please get in touch if you are interested in joining us – email hello@funnywonders.org.uk.
High Peak CVS Calling all Arts, Culture and Heritage Groups – Working in collaboration with High Peak Borough Council, we would like to hear from any local groups that work within the arts and culture environment to understand more about the challenges you currently face and how we can support you. Are you unable to…
BBC Bitesize Help make “Not another lockdown walk?!” fun and exciting As we welcome the first signs of spring why not turn your next nature walk into a fun craft activity… For the activity details bbc.in/3axubKm
giffgaff https://www.facebook.com/giffgaffmobile/ We’re supporting homeschooling families by providing 100GB of free data through Department for Education What’s giffgaff doing about Coronavirus Covid -19 – Find out more here: https://www.giffgaff.com/help/ar
Reminder for Buxton Field Club’s talk tomorrow at 7.00pm Madagascar and its endemic species. Live streaming https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrg0DPEb7LrOTzoShH6ZRkA… Zoom link for members of Buxton Field Club on request
Find help near you: https://chathealth.nhs.uk/start-a-chat/?fbclid=IwAR1WIlM0ncgGzLl_CLuPsjvhZBUlW2QhafMTN_nhuvqqPcn712OWAKU3pxM Advice for Parents and Carers in Derby City – Organisation: Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust – Service: Derby City Children’s Services – For: Parents and carers of children and young people aged 0-19 in Derby City – Response Time: Within 24 hours, 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays) 07507 327754
As more is learnt about Coronavirus and new variants guidance on who are clinically extremely vulnerable also changes. You can check this ‘shielded’ list as well as extra advice and guidance here – https://www.gov.uk/…/guidance-on-shielding-and… The latest update has been issues this week and if you have one or more of the conditions listed below you may…
A message to all our customers: As some of you are by now aware, we have taken the extremely difficult decision to leave The Duke in April after almost 8 years. The lack of income over the last twelve months, together with the ongoing costs of staying closed and the general uncertainty around the future…
Buxton Smokehouse is taking orders for free delivery on the 28th February- order by noon on Monday 22nd
The Covid vaccination programme is continuing at a rapid pace, with the first 4 priority groups being seen nationally as ‘completed’. If you are aged over 70 and have not yet had your vaccination please get in touch with us as soon as possible. Derbyshire has the second highest uptake in the country across the…
Just in case you’ve not decided how to mark Lent this year and knowing that our mental health is important, maybe these could be helpful…
5 dog enrichment ideas: how to keep a dog entertained at home Whether you and your dog are stuck inside on a rainy day, or you work at home 5 days a week, it’s always useful to know how to keep them entertained at home… https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/5-dog-enrichment-ideas?fbclid=IwAR0Z-1OC-m7l0Ekd45AmlA0K2GOBJZdq8Gr8yJvFc82-0GsKpK2xjrWS3ng
Despite what was said at Monday’s briefing, if you are 65+ you do NOT need to wait to be invited, you can book BOTH of your appointments on line, now. You can only use this service if any of the following apply: you are aged 65 and over you have previously received a letter saying…
It’s full steam ahead here packing for our Virtual Taster Night on 27th Feb! The first batch of orders went out today by DPD and some hand deliveries will be heading out tomorrow. All packs WILL arrive in plenty of time for the 27th, so don’t panic. Still a few tickets left if you would…
We’re bringing you a LIVE Virtual Zoo Day… RAINFOREST SPECIAL! Tune in from home and enjoy sun bears, fantastic frogs, Madagascar’s lemurs, tropical birds and a Q&A with our education experts as they answer YOUR questions! Join us on Facebook or YouTube on Friday 19 February for a WHOLE DAY of incredible animal action. Gates…
A great opportunity to have your say and get involved. Open to young people under 18. Email lynne.allen@derbyshire.gov.uk or mikey.heald@derbyshire.gov.uk, or phone 07812 503449
Children’s mental health is more important than ever whilst being stuck indoors – did you know puzzles can help to improve mood and relieve stress? Grab Brain Workout Junior today to keep young brains active! Brain Workout Pack
Commonwealth Day brings communities together to celebrate the Commonwealth of Nations on March 8th. Download our free lesson plans, assemblies, and resources to teach Key Stage 1-3 our shared heritage of Remembrance. Teaching Resources
Great work in the last 24hrs to set the Octagon up as a community testing centre for Covid 19. More information on the link below but headlines below. Walk up for a test Wear a face covering Use hand sanitiser Keep social distance with others Open 7 days 9am – 7pm Can I attend if…
Sadly whilst we try to protect other green spaces in Buxton, one of our own is being damaged This is an alert and plea to Buxton residents who use our BCA Sherbrook wood ….. We have a problem with teenagers cutting down trees, building ramps and cycle tracks through the wood without permission. This…
At the Serpentine we have 10 free PH level testing soil kits to give out! A great activity for kids to begin understanding the science of soil. If you’d like a kit please DM us to arrange pick up/drop off around the local area of Buxton 💚💚💚 . ..
HELP FROM BBC BITESIZE TO KEEP CHILDREN ENTERTAINED: ‘When you think it’s half-term, but you have no idea what day it is or what’s going on…..’ We might not know what day it is, but we do know what half-term calls for… ACTIVITIES! Check out https://www.facebook.com/bbcbitesize/ for good ideas.
It’s pancake day tomorrow and it looks like the forecast will be ok! Vinny will be selling oranges and lemons perfect for your pancakes. Shane and Diane will be back selling plants and Debbie with her eggs, cheese and jams. Bash is selling his Greek and Turkish goodies. We have a full house with…
BSBS volunteers back in action today and all week delivering pizza making kits to local families – thanks to generous donation from Morrisons Buxton Community Champion Thanks to local schools for nominating families.
Remember these? We’re starting to plan the Buxton Flowerpot Trail 2021! If you’d like to get involved for 2021 and help us with the project, remotely or (fingers crossed) otherwise, please get in touch – email hello@funnywonders.org.uk.
MENTELL awareness days… Mentell provides circles for men aged 18+ to talk in a safe and confidential space, free from advice and judgement. https://www.mentell.org.uk/
Applications are open for the Buxton FC Academy! Your opportunity to be part of our elite football and education offering: Full-time Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Physical Activity (equivalent to 3 A-levels) Represent Buxton FC in the National Alliance Under 19s League, playing teams such as Tranmere Rovers, Preston North End & Rochdale…
Buxton Field Club’s next talk is Madagascar: its weird and wonderful endemic species with Louise and Stephen Moon 7.00pm Saturday 20th February. Louise and Stephen’s longstanding love of wildlife has taken them to numerous countries around the world, seeking out and photographing the weird and the wonderful. This talk will convey their passion for Madagascar,…
If you fall into any of the following groups and have not had your first vaccination yet you can now book online – https://www.nhs.uk/…/coro…/book-coronavirus-vaccination/ you are aged 70 or over you have previously received a letter saying you are at high risk from coronavirus (clinically extremely vulnerable) you are a frontline health or social care worker…
Buxton looks like Narnia and feels like the Artic at the moment. The forecasts say it will feel like – 14 degrees centigrade with the wind chill tomorrow so we have decided to cancel the market. I know Buxton traders and customers are hardy folk but it’s even a bit chilly for us
9 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in lockdown in Buxton
Emotional health and wellbeing during the coronavirus outbreak It’s perfectly natural to feel anxious or lonely if you’re required to self-isolate .There’s plenty of support and guidance on our website to help you look after your emotional wellbeing. Take a look here https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/health-and-wellbeing/health-protection/disease-control/coronavirus/emotional-health-and-wellbeing/emotional-health-and-wellbeing.aspx?fbclid=IwAR0rPEe7w5M_HfHtB0_6hWDBOiVdOswjxdr7dKf3zsw4aBuLfIYgn69FNrw
Being at home broadband has become almost as important as electricity, gas or water as a home service. If you are having difficulties paying your bill, a number of providers including BT, Sky and Vodafone can help. Come and get a little help from Money Sorted at the Derbyshire Law Centre Call: 01246 550674 /…
Treat someone special to our Valentine’s Day Prosecco Afternoon Tea for 2, for just £15. Now available from our Café as part of a Doorstep Delivery order. Our Doorstep Delivery service is available to anyone elderly, vulnerable, shielding or self-isolating, 7 days a week. Simply call 0345 611 6111 and select option 5 to place…
Tunnel Closures, Monsal Trail Due to a high number of large icicles and icy conditions on ground surfaces, tunnels on the Monsal Trail will be closed from today for safety reasons until further notice. Please do not enter the tunnels until they are safely re-opened. Our rangers will review the conditions regularly, and will make…
Valentine’s Day special Deliveries at The Chakra Lounge 01298 938280
Music at Home Ideas and resources for continuing music learning from home – for all ages and stages of education: https://derbyshiremusichub.org.uk/get-involved/music-at-home/music-at-home.aspx
Even during lockdown, our Housing Team are here to help if you have been unlawfully evicted. For free, impartial advice contact the Derbyshire Law Centre on 0800 707 6990 / 01246 550 674 or email dlc@derbyshirelawcentre.org.uk Mondays- Fridays, 9.30am-4.30pm For more information go to our webpage on housing: https://derbyshirelawcentre.org.uk/advice-category/housing-and-homelessness/
Become a Facilitator Are you interested in joining Mentell as a facilitator and running a support circle for Men? Continue to learn more or apply now. Learn more Apply
Self Referral form access at Trent PTS- because no one should have to deal with mental health problems alone. Click on the link or picture below: https://www.trentpts.co.uk/self-referral?fbclid=IwAR3D5dMc8luLWWLt-GZ30PYTUUi-owPY7Pk3A6LaEJhkkRGQWxivv5-bctg
During this time in the pandemic, as we move forward communities need to be given time, space, and opportunity to (Re)Connect, Emerge, Share and Create. All projects will work within current government guidelines. Projects will begin online but as soon as regulations allow we hope to be able to work with participants face to face again. …
A lot of people have come online to get connected during the pandemic. BBC bitesize have some advice here for checking fake friend requests and messages, to help keep all of us safe.
THE #MSF21 DIGITAL PROGRAMME HAS LANDED Discover online talks, exhibitions, debates & activities that explore our changing climate and ideas for a better world Find the line-up for 12 -21 Feb and book your free tickets here.
For all the zoomers, home schoolers, and anyone not sure if they can get to grips with technology… these things happen
Contrary to a viral Instagram post, there were 77,000 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 deaths in 2020 than there were in 2019. Read here for more information.
Flu is a very serious illness but Covid-19 is even worse. People with #Covid-19 are six times more likely to need to go to hospital than those with flu and many people also face long term, serious health impacts as a result of contracting the virus. To get the facts, not fiction, about Covid-19 visit…
Do you want the Parks in High Peak to have rich, natural, biodiverse areas that protect and help wildlife and pollinators, have native trees, bird boxes, no pesticides? Then you need to complete High Peak Borough Council’s survey on their draft Parks Strategy and Management Plans https://www.highpeak.gov.uk/article/6415/2020—2030-Parks-Strategy It asks a number of questions, which you can…
PRESS RELEASE February 4th 2021 – For immediate release Venues across Buxton and beyond, both indoors and outdoors, have told Buxton Fringe they are ready to welcome Fringe performers this summer. Buxton Fringe is set to make a splash from July 7th to 25th as artists gear up to entertain audiences however they can. Fringe…
I Age UK Derby & Derbyshire Is it snowing with you? It is here, up in the High Peak. There is no doubt winter lockdown is proving difficult for many. Finding something to do that’s fun and… See More YOUTUBE.COM
Thank you to everyone who has signed up for our Shared Sound and Emerge Dance community projects so far! We have had a fantastic response for both adult community groups, but we would love to get some more young people involved in the Shared Sound project. If you know someone aged 10-17 who loves to…
We were alerted to a viral influencer video that makes an astonishing number of false claims about Covid-19 and the pandemic. We’ve fact checked them one by one Read the fact check http://fullfact.org/…/viral-influencer-video-full-false…
Buxton International Festival CEO, Michael Williams, shares an update about the 2021 Festival dates and programme. You can find the other BIF platforms here: https://www.buxtonfestival.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/buxtonfestival https://www.twitter.com/buxtonfestival https://www.facebook.com/buxtonfestival If you have enjoyed the video, and are able to, please consider making a donation to keep the Buxton International Festival alive https://bit.ly/BIFDigitalDonate
Vinny is on Buxton Market till around midday today, maybe longer now the sun is shining! Well worth a visit for lovely fresh fruit and veg.
We’ve had a check in with Buxton Medical Practice today (09/02/2021) following the announcement last night that over 70’s can book their own vaccines now. BMP have said it is expected that in Buxton all eligible* over 70’s will receive a text or phone call offering them a vaccine appointment for this Friday at Buxton’s…
Did you know that you can look at live pictures on DCC’s website for 8 traffic cameras on our roads? Great for checking out conditions before you travel if snow is forecast. Here’s what they looked like yesterday, and here’s the link to page. Stay safe! https://apps.derbyshire.gov.uk/applications/traffic-cameras/traffic-cameras.asp
Guide Dogs Quiz Fundraiser: Get a free quiz pack! Keep quizzing and change a life.
MENTELL offers a safe, confidential space for you to do this. Every Monday 7-9 on zoom. We also like to get involved raising awareness within the community. Would you like a community pack?.. please contact community@mentell.org.uk. #supportingmeninyourcommunity
WHO’s Dr Katherine O’Brien busts some COVID-19 vaccine myths related to infertility, DNA and composition of vaccines here.
Here is what you should bring to your vaccination appointment For more information about what will happen at your appointment: https://bit.ly/3pNDzij
we are now taking pre orders for Valentine’s Day so we can order from our wonderful butcher Mac Burnham to insure we don’t disappoint you! To book your slot call us on 01298 26640 from tomorrow (Saturday 6th), Sunday and Friday the 12th and Saturday the 13th! Treat yourself and your special someone! https://www.facebook.com/michelangelos.buxton
Teach your child how to wash their hands with the help of Baby Shark! https://www.facebook.com/WHO/videos
A number of posts on social media claim that the name of market research company Ipsos MORI translates to ‘they die’ in Latin. A TikTok video being shared widely on Whatsapp warns people this means they will die if they get a Covid-19 test. Other claims on Facebook also warn about the company name. …
Come along to meet those involved and hear about all the exciting activities that are being planned to help our schools and community get wild about Buxton. Buxton Wild Weeks are open for everyone to enjoy. There’s something for everyone whatever your knowledge, skills or time availability, so join this seminar and find out how…
Always a highlight of our cultural calendar, we’re delighted that Manchester Science Festival is back this February to explore how science and technology can help combat climate crisis with ideas for a better world. Taking place digitally while the museum remains temporarily closed, the online programme will feature free talks, exhibitions, debates and activities to…
Local theatre makers, Babbling Vagabonds and digital projection specialists Illuminos, are creating a visual delight to brighten up Spring Gardens later this year and they need the help from local people. “We need your stories and images of Spring Gardens to be part of an exciting new arts project,” said Mark, Joint Artistic Director of…
With restrictions on gatherings, we are not able to host the annual JORVIK Viking Festival in February 2021, so instead, we’ve created a new event that can be accessed entirely online. In Viking times, a ‘Thing’ was a gathering; a place where leaders and warriors could meet and talk. In the 21st century, the term…
Lockdown learning next week? Here’s what’s coming up. We’re teaming up with the Royal Shakespeare Company for a special Shakespeare Week! Workout The Wright Way on BBC Two at 8.45am. Primary Bitesize Daily & more on CBBC from 9am. Secondary Bitesize Daily and Shakespeare with the Royal Shakespeare Company on BBC Two from 1pm. Catch…
It’s easier to look after our mental wellbeing with a plan. Get a plan with free tips and advice from Every Mind Matters. https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/your-mind-plan-quiz
High Peak Borough Council was one of the first 50 areas to be selected to develop a business case for the Government’s £1 billion Future High Street Fund. The purpose of the fund is for Councils and their partners to deliver “transformational and structural changes to address local and national challenges and diversify town centre uses…
Our gritting crews will be out in force again this afternoon and in the early hours with another cold night forecast and further snow showers likely, possibly becoming heavier and more prolonged by early morning. As always, we’ll continue to monitor the conditions and are ready to respond. Check out our latest update here https://crowd.in/sfIfLV
Do you have a memory of Spring Gardens in Buxton? If you do we would love to hear about it. Watch our video to find out more about our project “Capturing A Moment” Your memories will be part of a digital projection that will illuminate one of the shop fronts in Spring Gardens later in…
Have you ever taken a picture in Pavilion Gardens? As part of the 150th anniversary celebrations Pavilion Gardens want to create Gallery150, a display of 150 pictures. They are asking members of the public to send in any pictures you may have taken at Pavilion Gardens. Not just seasonal scenery shots, but ones of couples,…
If you think you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, help is available. You can reach the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline by phone on 08000 198 668 or by text on 07534 617 252. They can provide discreet emotional and practical support. http://www.crossroadsderbyshire.org/get-in-touch/?fbclid=IwAR2U7AgqHWhGzVyMNTcJdDaMF9xkPLfVhSwGkEeUwYVgxu36KNYpIWH1LZg
Indulge yourself in our all-new Valentine’s special: The Royal Maharaja and Maharani Vegan Burgers with the flavorful pink rose drink ‘Gulabo Rani’ (The Queen of the Roses)! Collect in store or get it delivered via Just Eat UK (Buxton) Happy Munching Stay Safe x
Find your role with St John Ambulance vaccination volunteer programme here: https://vaccinationvolunteers.sja.org.uk/roles/?fbclid=IwAR36DrMiET3P_mqCsM9CwI100HAr_ZUqeHyMm1TxFp_idu2gv948nJexg_0
Takeaway at Cafés & Restaurants in Buxton during Lockdown 3.0
Help is available for domestic abuse. Find support at gov.uk/domestic-abuse
There is no evidence that nanoparticles in Covid-19 vaccines affect fertility read more here: https://fullfact.org/online/covid-vaccine-nanoparticles/?fbclid=IwAR1BwBhON_3Es-9-OKu9dFebXh-WGcmyJB6IgOMKkI2FeE2jnKt2ckRzVA8
We are here for you with our video calling service. Call us on 01298 23083 Monday to Saturday 1-4pm, so we can get you connected by video chat on your preferred platform – Facebook, Messenger, Zoom or MS Meets.
Next 2 Buxton patrols: Saturday 13th Feb: Spread the Love Patrol Buxton – Fairfield Friday 19th Feb: Belle and Minion Patrol St John’s rd, Pavilion Gardens and Macc rd Buxton Look out, listen for the bells, wave, smile – keep your distance – donate to #Papyrus and join STOCKPORT SPIDER-MEN group for updates, live auctions…
We Need Your Help! High Peak CVS, The Bureau, Glossop and Derbyshire County Council are now working together on a new initiative, aiming to ensure that clear, relevant and up to date information is shared to those that need it across our community. If you are a member of a community, voluntary or faith organisation…
In August this year Pavilion Gardens will reach its 150th anniversary. As part of plans to mark the occasion we want to bring someone’s idea to life! If you have an idea for an event or an activity to mark the milestone, please let us know and your idea could be part of the celebrations.
This Sunday (07/02/2021) 1:30 PM Lets make it clear to High Peak Borough Council that we don’t want them to sell off our Rec to developers. Due to COVID lockdown we cannot gather in anyway. So we have to be creative. – Make a Placard along the lines of – “Save Hogshaw”, “Hands Off Hogshaw”,…
Love to sing? Maybe you sing in a choir, along to the TV or out loud in the shower? We want to bring together voices from the community, to create a space of connection through singing with our Shared Sound Project. We invite anyone aged 10-100+, whatever your ability, to join us in weekly sessions…
Buxton International Festival We will be announcing our line up for the 2021 Festival very soon. However, as we navigate our way around the issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic it’s essential that we get your feedback. We would be very grateful if you could fill in this questionnaire, which takes about 5…
Invitations for Vaccinations: How to recognise a genuine invitation and spot scams Sadly there are several scam emails and text messages circulating which imitate invitations to book an appointment for a Covid-19 Vaccination. To help you spot a fake or scam message, please note the following: -Genuine Invitations will NEVER require you to input your…
Stone and Water Show us how to make our own window panels Here in Buxton, we had been planning a weekend of lantern walks through the woods in February 2021. It is clearly not a good plan to organise an event like that just now, so we thought we would invite anyone who feels so…
This week’s Science in 5 gives you answers on following questions: -If you already got your COVID-19 vaccine, when the immunity kicks in and how long it lasts -Can you still catch COVID-19 and can you infect others -How long do you need to take precautions after vaccination
Call out for local participants! Do you want to Emerge from your home dancing? Buxton Opera House are looking for 2 groups from the local community to take part in an exciting new project led by local dance artist, Jennie Le Port. Whether you are an experienced dancer or have only ever tapped a toe…
Apply for a grant If you’re raising a disabled or seriously ill child, and need support with essential items, we can helpRead more Around a million families in the UK are raising disabled children Impact of Coronavirus Latest updates on how the Coronavirus is affecting our support to families. Help and support – Coronavirus (COVID-19)…
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Your Mind Plan Answer the 5 questions in this interactive quiz to get top tips and advice for you Now tailored for the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Start quiz
Together, we can make February a more positive month! January is always hard to go through, especially with a national lockdown in place. If you want to improve your mental well-being, talk to Mentell Our Circles provide a safe and confidential space for men aged 18+ to talk free from advice…
Saturday Patrol with Buxton Iron Man! SATURDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 1pm-2pm Spread the Love Patrol BUXTON IRON MAN with Hawkeye; Minion with Spidey Gwen and Belle with Olaf!!! In socially distanced pairings, using our exercise time, we will be patrolling the Fairfield area from Bench rd at 1pm. Exact locations cannot be guaranteed. Residents of this…
The COVID-19 vaccine is free of charge on the NHS. We will never ask for: your bank account or card details your pin or banking password copies of personal documents to prove your identity such as your passport, driving licence, bills or pay slips. For details on how you will be contacted by the NHS…
Vinny is hopeful that his bananas will be the right colour this week!
Some of us were lucky enough to see the sun for a while today, but it’s set to be a chilly night (29/01), especially in the Peak District where our gritters will be out on the higher routes from 9pm. We’ll be monitoring conditions in case anything changes. https://crowd.in/XhwTG1
The NHS Covid-19 vaccination programme is underway Derbyshire’s hospitals and GP practices have begun vaccinating priority patients and staff against COVID-19. Priority is based on age and existing health risks. If you are in a priority group then you are at high risk of getting coronavirus, especially if you have a long-term condition which are…
Want to find out more about the ShopAppy scheme? The website allows local businesses to display their goods and services online. ShopAppy runs 5 webinars a week where you can find out more – how it works, how to get started and to ask any questions! For more info: https://crowd.in/ScI5dY
Exciting News! Zink, the charity that runs High Peak Foodbank, have acquired new premises that will become the Zink Community Hub. We have brought plans forward so we can open in summer and start to address issues like mental health problems, unemployment and isolation especially caused by Covid. Please donate to help get the hub…
Hands touch many surfaces and can pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose, or mouth so you should avoid touching your face in order to prevent the #COVID-19 virus from entering your body. -Healthwatch Derbsyhire
The weekend is here and it’s time to take part! Remember to submit your results by 19 Feb. Take part in Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend 29-31 Jan. Sign up for all you need, plus 20% off and free delivery in our shop. Already taken part? Tell us what you saw here. https://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/activities/birdwatch/?fbclid=IwAR1gV_RsQlBo7HV2x_ciJ6cpNrPp_xbLfS9foPgLimEzvU702EzJe2tY_R0
Soon to be on sale Buxton Junior School lockdown cookbook. During the first lockdown the children got busy cooking and baking and sent in their recipes and photos. The PTFA have put them all together (over 30 recipes) . They will be on sale for £5 with all money raised going towards the school curriculum…
Do you have any storage space to help Buxton Baby Bank? We have had so many messages offering support and donations. It’s amazing to see the community coming together. As we have had so many people get in touch, I can see this being a much bigger project than I originally expected! I’ve had kind…
Free resources from Change4Life to keep children happy and healthy during lockdown! Find interactive calendars and ideas for teachers of all primary school years https://campaignresources.phe.gov.uk/schools/topics/our-healthy-year/resources?utm_source=fb_ad&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=jan21_c4l_edcoms&utm_content=rainbowplate&fbclid=IwAR0ghPAio6w-jNzscX0a6KUo02xvOEZ8UJyK4VrkI6Hg6WF7PgAj1HCXnrM#subscribeModal
**URGENT** **JOB OPPORTUNITY** NQIS (National Quarries Industrial Service) have several positions available as Cabin Cleaners. (you will be sanitizing welfare cabins during a site shutdown) currently 6-8 positions available. hours options are; 6am – 2pm £9.25 weekday – £11.10 Saturday – £12.33 Sunday 2pm – 10pm £9.25 ” ” 10pm – 6am £11.10 weeknight £13.88…
Buxton Field Club’s next talk is on Insects, with Steve Orridge Saturday 6th February at 7.00pm on zoom (link below). Please join us. With approximately one million insects described so far, and maybe another five million to discover, entomology offers a life time of study. With such a vast subject we can only provide a…
We’re still here – collecting surplus food for supermarkets – to share with local families via High Peak Foodbank . Today we said a sad farewell to one of our volunteers, Morgause, as she heads back to work next week. Like all our volunteers, she’s been ready to help come rain, shine and snow. If…
5 – 14 March’21 is Science Week when a collaboration between Serpentine Community Garden Society and Transition Buxton will see up to 100 participants (in pairs) across the town supplied with soil testing kits to take part in a bit of citizen science. We’d love to see families using this to help children understand…
Due to staffing issues as a result of the Covid emergency, High Peak will be running reduced services from Wednesday 27 January 2021. The 199 service will now be servicing Fairfield The Transpeak has reduced to two-hourly services The 442 will be servicing Harpur Hill (Thank you Andrews of Tideswell Coaches) Andrews will be running…
A Huge Thank you to the many people who have supported and volunteered so far with the Covid Vaccination Centre here at Buxton Medical Practice, from us and our partners in the Covid vaccinations, Elmwood, Stewart and Hartington Medical Centres. These include all the Car Park Volunteers , who have been fantastic and kept he…
Even if you’ve had your COVID-19 vaccine, it’s important that you continue to follow national restrictions. We don’t yet know if the vaccine prevents transmission – you could potentially still carry and transmit the virus to other vulnerable people, even if you are protected. Find out more here
We are currently running alternative Support and Cuppa & Chat groups online. All activities are for Unpaid Carers registered with Derbyshire Carers Association only. For more information and to book a place please contact Katie Matkin on 07773 173 416 or email Katie.Matkin@derbyshirecarers.co.uk A MONTHLY VIRTUAL MEMORY LOSS CARERS SUPPORT GROUP Our…
Important information about the booking link for covid-19 vaccination appointments – With an increase in vaccine-related scams, we understand patients look for ‘nhs.uk‘ links as a sign that they are legitimate but which may be a scam. When the NHS contacts you you will ONLY be asked for a date of birth when booking the…
The NHS Covid-19 vaccination programme is underway Derbyshire’s hospitals and GP practices have begun vaccinating priority patients and staff against COVID-19. Priority is based on age and existing health risks. If you are in a priority group then you are at high risk of getting coronavirus, especially if you have a long-term condition which are…
Bottle Lanterns for WINTER WOODLAND WINDOWS Here in Buxton, Stone and Water had been planning a weekend of lantern walks through the woods in February 2021. That is clearly not a good event to organise now so we thought we would invite anyone who feels so inspired to bring the woodland into their house and…
Avid followers of our callout posts on social media may have spotted that we usually finish with a comment relating to cleaning kit and the vehicles as part of our Covid-19 protocols. The need for this was highlighted recently when we featured on Sky News, having been placed on standby during the recent bad…
Join Quizmaster Paul Jackson and our special guest for the Great Big Quiz – Family Night for Alzheimer’s Society The Family quiz will last about 45mins/1h, and will consist of a number of rounds suitable for all the family, with some questions for the adults and some for the youngsters! The quiz is suitable for all ages from…
Find them here: https://www.facebook.com/Buxton-Baby-Bank-106546998100879 Thank you for taking the time to check out our page! Buxton Baby Bank is a new project aiming to help local parents and babies in the Buxton area. Wether it be through supplying clothing, and baby care essentials such as nappies and toiletries, or signposting to helpful organisations and charities, we…
The snow doesn’t stop us! Buxton Street by street doing amazing things making sure food does not go wasted. Coordinated efforts daily to the High Peak Foodbank and here to Waste not Want not. Kath and Dan are up at the United Reformed Church Monday to Saturday, 11am-1pm distributing surplus food to the community. They…
Staff at Buxton for Youth – Bright Opportunities receive their vaccinations Buxton Mountain Rescue team help transport people to their vaccination appointment Avid followers of our callout posts on social media may have spotted that we usually finish with a comment relating to cleaning kit and the vehicles as part of our Covid-19 protocols. The…
Buxton market After a week of cancelled markets and terrible weather, we are really pleased that the market will be on tomorrow. Vinny’s fresh fruit and veg, Mycocks butchers, Bash’s Olives, Bev with her pet supplies and the Vegan Street Food Van will be there. Hope to see you there.
Your landlord is responsible for repairs if your rented home is affected by flooding from rain. Check your rights here… http://ow.ly/yuRD50Dfzvt
If you’re working from home due to COVID-19, look after your mental health by: sticking to regular working hours taking breaks during the day to reduce stress and stay productive
Following the recent issues at Buxton Golf Course we have been in contact and will be working closely with club in the future to prevent damages. There has been multiple damages at Buxton Golf Course over the past few months with off road vehicles driving across the course, flags being snapped and dog excrement being…
Get in touch with Crossroads Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Service Find more information on their website: http://www.crossroadsderbyshire.org/get-in-touch/?fbclid=IwAR2xmBEkodjO2X9ecuchi8Fv8fwXSmmv-iWU9MZS_IhmQ5LSmxxzVo7gddY If you think you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, help is available. You can reach the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline by phone on 08000 198 668 or by text on 07534 617 252. They can provide discreet emotional and practical support.…
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Since November, we’ve been working with local schools to provide isolating kids who would normally be eligible for free-school meals with food for breakfast and lunches. Whilst schools remain closed, we continue to offer these School Meal Boxes to those children who need it most. Each box costs £15, and provides at least £15 worth…
Into the Woods- A Shared Journey (online event) FREE Family Story Making Workshop with the Babbling Vagabonds Once again we are stranded, the pandemic is ruling our life, but if we could take a walk through the woods what would we find? What creatures are lurking and what stories would we find as we journey…
If you’ve had the COVID-19 vaccine, it’s vital that you continue to follow social distancing guidance. Read the latest guidance here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/social-distancing/what-you-need-to-do/?fbclid=IwAR3slD8kxv-P_9o0fx_N0OARdwc1ydA_T70VESY4krCMP8CNH8rBfaMFJKg
The lockdown will have brought about new challenges for carers, but Derbyshire Carers Association is still available to support you. They offer many different types of support including: – Information, advice and guidance on a range of Carer issues, including practical and emotional support – Befriending and counselling – Peer support with other Carers to…
Mental health support is now available to Derbyshire residents of all ages through a new mental health helpline and support service. Call 0800 028 0077 – this is a freephone number and calls from landlines or mobiles should be free. The support line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/getting-help/coronavirus-covid-19/mental-health-support-line?fbclid=IwAR3J-pR0JmHadRnmcm6nuSL6L3FtPYPO312dzUvnMkNuP185TfHAUv5JhhI
Customers using BT Mobile, EE, and Plusnet Mobile can use BBC Bitesize content from the end of January without eating into their data allowance. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-55616959?fbclid=IwAR2xmBEkodjO2X9ecuchi8Fv8fwXSmmv-iWU9MZS_IhmQ5LSmxxzVo7gddY
To sign up to one of our Circles all you have to do is click this link to register: https://www.mentell.org.uk/learn/online-circles We will always give you the option to speak to someone before attending, just in case you have any initial questions or queries. You will then have to confirm you are…
Do you need a window cleaner? Or Any repairs? I’m currently looking for more work in the area to expand my rounds. I’m based on the outskirts of Buxton. I cover Buxton, Whaley, chapel, dove holes, Ashbourne, Bakewell, Matlock and all surrounding towns and villages I’m looking for customers who would like a clean every…
We at Allied taxis would like to help with the current COVID crisis and as such we will be offering a FREE local taxi service for anyone aged over 70+ who is struggling or needs help to get to their appointment for their vaccination in Buxton. This will be between the hours of 9am…
Could you take this survey and encourage as many people as possible to complete please https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MDKW93L It’s run by The Bureau for Glossop’s ‘Community Messaging Partnership’ which is seeking to ensure people are getting trustworthy information and feeding back to Public Health the ways they can improve getting their message across.
For one night only this March, comedic legend and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador Jo Brand will headline an online comedy event, hosted by actor and comedian Hugh Dennis, to raise money for people affected by dementia. Jo and Hugh will be joined by a stellar line up of well-known faces from the comedy world, with more…
Star Count is CPRE, the countryside charity’s annual survey of the nation’s view of the night sky. Just look to the heavens between 6-14 February and count the number of stars you see in the constellation of Orion to help us map how light pollution affects our view of the stars. This year we’re asking people…
Hardwick Square to Sherwood Rd!! Friday 5th February 2pm-3pm Residents of this area! Look out, listen for the bells, wave, smile – keep your distance – donate and join STOCKPORT SPIDER-MEN group for updates, live auctions and stay@home activities. Be kind always! We know how much you all need a smile and it’s our Superheroes…
Following the rise in cases in Fairfield recently ROFA have taken the decision to close temporarily however help is still on hand!
Watch out for Scams on your text messages. If in doubt find a phone number and ring or google ‘is this text a scam?’ and look for your message. Here’s advice from which.co.uk
MENTELL MONDAY.. 7-9. Sign up & join a zoom session today! men is it time to talk.. https://www.mentell.org.uk/
New trade/advertising magazine launching April 2021. E-mail thehighpeakadvertiser@outlook.com www.thehighpeakadvertiser.co.uk THE APRIL EDITION DEADLINE FOR THE HIGH PEAK ADVERTISER IS FRIDAY 12TH MARCH FOR DISTRIBUTION WEEK COMMENCING 5TH APRIL. 26,004 copies produced every month to Buxton, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Whaley Bridge and over 20 surrounding villages.
BBC Radio 2 Join in our huge virtual sing-a-long and get the chance to perform alongside a West End star! Here’s all you need to know to get involved with Musicals: The Greatest Show, coming to Radio 2 and BBC One very soon! https://www.bbc.co.uk/…/take-part-in-musicals-the…
First fruits of vaccine rollout ‘should be seen in weeks’ Experts agree that the impact of the jab will vary regionally and among different groups 0 A former nightclub has been turned into an NHS vaccination centre in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Photograph: Paul Childs/Reuters Analysts are involved in an urgent effort to gauge the impact of…
La Capri’s ………..LaCapris at home……… Tapas Pizza Pasta Cicchetti Burger Paella Vegetarian We have something for everyone Takeaway pick up or delivery were ready for you. To secure your slot message us here or ring the team on 01298 71392 Saturday 4.30pm – 9.00pm Have you tried our Sunday roasts? We have Roast Beef, Orange…
We’re here for you. There are now more ways to shop with us than ever. Our Click & Collect service is really easy to use, simply order online, choose your collection slot, and head to your local store collection point. #ClickAndCollect #HereForYou Our Doorstep Delivery service is here for anyone unable to get to the…
Residents of this area! Look out, listen for the bells, wave, smile – keep your distance – donate and join STOCKPORT SPIDER-MEN group for updates, live auctions and stay@home activities. Be kind always! https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jason-baird2…
The COVID-19 vaccines work by teaching your immune system how to defend itself against attack from the virus. Read more important information and FAQs here: nhs.uk/covidvaccine
Last lockdown the kids at Buxton Junior School sent in recipes with photos of all the delicious things they had been cooking/baking. This lockdown we want to get it printed and made in to a cook book to raise funds for the PTFA. If you have a local business that you would like to advertise…
Do you have any Spare or unused IT equipment – if so list it here and put it to good use! www.spare-it.co.uk Search for devices available near you on their website.
Practices are getting inundated with queries and complaints about the COVID vaccination programme. Please note, Practices do not control: 1) the vaccine supply chain- cancellations will happen if vaccine stocks don’t arrive. We are as frustrated about this as you are. 2) the priority groups i.e. the order of who can be vaccinated. We are…
Feb 4th, is it time to talk? To highlight time to talk 2021, Team Mentell would like to invite you to a free webinar, Thursday afternoon (1:00-1:30pm) Feb 4th. Learn how the charity helps men find safe spaces to talk, the power of a meaningful conversation and how we can support our community in challenging times. Including…
8eshtSarip JoSgnsaosnurasrreeisy ate n1do1:cm0d1 · FOR ALL TEACHERS AND HOME-SCHOOLING PARENTS Next Friday 15th January at 11am we’ll be presenting a short lesson from the zoo! The lesson will be designed for KS2 pupils exploring habitats, and the animals that live in them – but all children are of course welcome to watch. Including: What is a habitat? How…
Press release Statement from Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty on national alert levels Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty writes about the UK’s battle with Covid-19. Department of Health and Social Care We have faced several grave moments during our battle against coronavirus. But right now, the country is perhaps facing the most serious…
Buxton Medical Practice We are now able to invite the first wave of patients for a covid vaccination at the Buxton vaccination based here at Buxton Medical Practice. Patients will be contacted either by phone or text to book their appointment. It is vitally important that you wait for us to contact you for your…
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Residents of this area! Look out, listen for the bells, wave, smile – keep your distance – donate and join STOCKPORT SPIDER-MEN group for updates, live auctions and stay@home activities. Be kind always! https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jason-baird2…
Joined Up Care Derbyshire website provides information about the COVID-19 vaccine, including frequently asked questions, information flyers and daily county vaccination programme updates. https://bit.ly/35iF53O Remember to still follow the “hands, face, space” rule even after receiving the vaccine. Visit their website: https://joinedupcarederbyshire.co.uk/public-info-covid-19/covid-19-vaccine?fbclid=IwAR1WNwhrD5s0h1KhMZH7RLnTiCYf1rCfMBHcFM1P9PHzhu_EzB4BXEpBoUU
Don’t forget to sign up for our Funding Workshop focusing on Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Vulnerability Fund on Thursday 14th January at 1.30pm. To book your space follow the link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/132809347333 For more details: http://highpeakcvs.org.uk/news.asp?ID=1498 Please contact us at hello@highpeakcvs.org.uk if you need any help.
So wonderful! We will never forget the amazing organic salad bags SCG lovingly prepared for many families in Buxton each Sunday morning for many weeks in the summer we are always here to call upon when your team needs a helping hand #communitylove #bettertogether #payitforward
Do you have an old bike you no longer need, are you considering taking it to the tip or scrapping it? Please reconsider, your bike may have parts which can be used to help keep others rolling. I’m starting a project where I will supply second hand bike parts free of charge much like the…
Our libraries are continuing to support children, families and other borrowers during the third lockdown. The service is still running events for youngsters and adults but they are taking place online via Facebook and Twitter. This month’s events for children include story time, rhyme time, activity club and family bookshare. Among the adult events are…
Thrilling news! On Friday 15 Jan, at 7pm, you can join an exclusive livestream event with football legends Sir Alex Ferguson, Gareth Southgate, Sir Kenny Dalglish, and Jurgen Klopp – an evening of chat with the giants of the game, including questions posed by you. Buy your ticket here: http://www.lockdowntheatre.net/ Better yet, proceeds are going…
Oak National Academy Online Classroom Nearly 10,000 free video lessons, resources and activities, covering most subjects, from Reception to Year 11 Find Lessons
While we may not be delivering as many food parcels this time round – we are still out and about helping schools and families. This week our gallant delivery team has distributed 25 food parcels and collected 10 trolleys full of surplus food from Aldi UK The surplus food is taken to High Peak Foodbank…
As COVID deaths reach the highest number since 21st April (the peak) we are within touching distance of the beginning of the end! Let’s bring it forward together! CAR PARK VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED for the COVID VACCINATION HUB in BUXTON Friday 15th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th January (other future dates are yet to be…
If you’re offered an appointment for a covid test, but are worried about getting there – call Connex 01298 23970 – they will try to arrange a lift for you
Get back into gear for the new year with Peak Ascent Cycles. We hope you’ve all had a very relaxing Christmas break. We’re kicking off the new year with these four bikes on a budget to help you shift those Christmas calories. We have three Forme Mountain Bikes – The Curbar 1 MTB at £600,…
MENTELL Monday 7-9, offers a safe, confidential space for men to talk/listen via zoom at present. If, as a community you would like some promo materials please inbox me.. it’s all about raising awareness or if you would like to volunteer https://www.mentell.org.uk/
Stewart Medical Centre We have now begun inviting the first wave of patients for a covid vaccination at the Buxton vaccination hub based at Buxton Medical Practice on Temple Road. Patients will be contacted either by phone or text to book their appointment. It is vitally important that you wait for us to contact you…
The coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine is safe and effective. It gives you the best protection against coronavirus. Who can get the COVID-19 vaccine The NHS is currently offering the COVID-19 vaccine to people most at risk from coronavirus. At this time, the vaccine is being offered in some hospitals to: some people aged 80 and over…
Hargreaves and Son Limited Welcome to our new live stream personal shopper! During lockdowns we can offer a personal shopping experience whilst our doors are closed via Facebook Messenger video chat from the comfort and safety of your home. One of our team will personally be able to take you around our store to view…
Along with Kinder Mountain Rescue Team Buxton Mountain Rescue Team is on standby to help elderly members of the community get to Thornbrook Medical Centre for vaccinations against Covid-19. It is a unique task which attracted attention from Sky News who came to interview the team leaders this morning. You can see the story on…
You can get help with dental pain even if you don’t have a dentist. Get tips for managing pain at home here – https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/toothache/ Salt water (do not swallow salt water!) Boil kettle Dissolve tablespoon of salt in cup of hot water. Let cool to Luke Warm Gently Swish and Spit
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday Tapas, Pizzas, Pastas, Paella , Burgers, delicious starters and sides plus desserts as well as a local delivery service …..make lockdown a little more interesting by having some yummy food to look forward to! We can cater for all dietary requirements, please contact us. All food made using the finest…
When we asked our members: What advice would you give to a new member who has hasn’t experienced an online circle yet? Here are a few of the responses: ‘My advice to new members would be if you have registered to join a circle despite your fears and concern please try…
Instructions on turning your console into a pc have been sent out by schools to help with home learning. If you need a keyboard please look / ask on the following recycling sites or email us and we may be able to help… Freegle Rehomed Buxton Buxton Recycled Alternatively Buxton Argos is open to click…
In line with current government guidance our libraries are open for our book and borrow service. Our free e-lending and online service and the home library service are also continuing. Read more here
Dove Cat Sanctuary has had requests for help in homing older cats. This is where the elderly owner’s of the cats have had to go into care homes and can no longer look after their much loved pets. Anyone interested in offering a loving home to one of these cats please get in touch…. Photos…
Here at Radio Derby we have had an idea that we want you to get on board with We want to spread some positivity and help you get creative Let’s get some daffodils in our windows! The flowers signify strength and resilience as well as being a sign of hope and new beginnings Find out…
Please get in touch if you wish to register your help during this next lockdown or if you are isolating or shielding and need support with shopping, a friendly call- telephone befriending, transport to a medical appointment, emergency supplies or dog walking. PLEASE stay safe, follow the scientific guidelines and together as we did before..…
Advice for people at high risk from coronavirus (shielding) If you’re at high risk (clinically extremely vulnerable) from coronavirus (COVID-19), you’re advised to take extra steps to protect yourself. Information:This advice is for people who have received a letter from the NHS or their GP saying they’re clinically extremely vulnerable. If you’re not sure if…
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Hard to know what to put for our first post of 2021. But we’ll be with you all the way. Call us on 01298 23970 or 01335 348600. #support #charity #community #buxtonstreetbystreet #PeaksandDales #newyear
BBC delivers biggest Education offer in its history – including devoting significant airtime to Education on BBC Two The BBC is to deliver the biggest education offer in its history across more of its platforms. It will bring together BBC Two, CBBC, BBC Red Button, BBC iPlayer and online to deliver a new education offer…
Hand sanitiser gels sold online fail Which? tests Three of the 18 hand sanitisers tested didn’t contain enough alcohol to effectively kill the COVID-19 virus or other germs By Hannah Fox4 Dec 2020 Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare by email Independent Which? tests have revealed that some alcohol-based hand sanitisers contain a fraction of the…
A huge THANK-YOU to everyone involved with this year’s Living Advent Calendar. Your donations will help Blythe House continue with their vital work supporting people with life limiting and terminal illnesses 🙂
Buxton Field Club’s next online talk Saturday 16th January 7.00pm: Kinder Scout: The People’s Mountain: a celebration of a northern English mountain and our role in its creation. John Beatty reveals the social, political, cultural and ecological developments that have shaped the physical and human landscape of this enigmatic and treasured hill. Join Zoom Meeting…
Some services and click and collect shops who were closed in March are able to continue in this lockdown, for example Argos is doing click and collect at the store entrance and specsavers appointments are continuing with this guidance https://www.specsavers.co.uk/…/your-new-store-experience? Explore Buxton have been ace at updating us on the changes so keep your eyes…
Click on the link to see some important advice on driving safely in ice and snow https://www.highwaycodeuk.co.uk/icy-and-snowy-weather.html
Following tonight(4/1/21) announcement, all of sessions will closing (in person) for now We will keep everyone updated as soon as we are able via different platforms. Scary times as a small business as it is for many others . Thanks for your patience, kind words and support And too all the fab CHCS Coaches –…
From High Peak Live: High Peak Junior School is first to close for another two weeks. Fairfield Juniors in Buxton Derbyshire will not open tomorrow as planned. The school will in fact move to online teaching for pupils for the next two weeks. Headteacher Mrs Parkes says “I’m very sorry but looking at the staffing…
From Derbyshire County Council: Choosing the right school is an important decision for your child. Apply now for your child’s primary, infant or junior school place before the 15 January 2021 deadline https://crowd.in/o1JPwp
We are VERY EXCITED to let you know that the Jingle Bell Jog Reimagined has raised over £21,000 for local hospice care! Thank you SO much to everyone who was involved – including local companies providing sponsorship or gifts in kind; our volunteers; and of course, everyone who took part! Becca Gregory, fundraising and events…
Big Garden Birdwatch Join us 29 – 31 January SIGN UP Enjoy an hour with nature and discover the wildlife on your doorstep Sign up for all you need to take part, including your free guide, help with identifying what you see and expert advice on feeding the birds. Plus, you’ll also receive 20% off in…
From Buxton Police: Another drug driver taken to custody this evening, the vehicle also had no insurance so will be seized. A big thankyou to the Old Hall Hotel in Hope, for their coffees that kept us warm whilst waiting for recovery! #buxtonsnt #staysafestayhome #DontDrinkDrugDrive #DontDrinkNDrive #DontGetWrecked #seized
From Blythe House Hospice: We are VERY EXCITED to let you know that the Jingle Bell Jog Reimagined has raised over £21,000 for local hospice care! Thank you SO much to everyone who was involved – including local companies providing sponsorship or gifts in kind; our volunteers; and of course, everyone who took part! Becca…
From Dementia Friends: Highlight #3: Today’s highlight has to be the words of wisdom you’ve shared with us over the last year. Your tips, ‘small wins’ and Dementia Friends actions inspire us every day.
From Buxton Weather Watch: After heavy snow expected last night, substantial travel impacts likely. Please consult our page / local authorities for road & travel updates during this time.
After a year where we can’t all hit the dancefloor together, we have teamed up for the third time with our friends @fac51thehaciendaofficial to produce a marathon 24 Hour House Party uniting party people worldwide, as we say goodbye to what’s been a very difficult & challenging year, we welcome in 2021 positively while raising money for…
Grab your glowsticks! #RaveToTheMoon is a FREE, inclusive and family-friendly RAVE FROM HOME hosted on New Year’s Eve by award-winning beatboxer, SK Shlomo Join the final party of 2020 and help us reach the collective goal of 500 million steps – the rough distance from Earth to the Moon. Instead of a sponsored walk or run, take part in the…
Party it up big time with Hello 2021: UK – an unmissable New Year’s Eve with YouTube, right in your living room. There’ll be exclusive performances from Dua Lipa, Joel Corry and MNEK, Aitch and AJ Tracey, and Anne-Marie. Plus, you’ll see your favourite personalities like Behzinga, Calfreezy, WillNE, Big Narstie, and Katherine Ryan –…
David Tennant leads line-up of talent involved! As Christmas draws closer and ‘bubble’ celebrations with friends and family start to feel a reality, the next occasion to plan for is New Year. This is a welcome chance to wave off 2020 and hope for an altogether better 2021. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is renowned internationally as one…
There are certain places where COVID-19 spreads more easily: Crowded places Close-contact settings Confined and enclosed spaces Avoid the Cs.
Blythe House Community Volunteers continue to provide support with light tasks and companionship to local people who are affected by life-limiting illness, bereavement or the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Someone we have recently been able to help said: ‘Thank you for wonderful support. The phone calls were a boost! The help I received from [the volunteer]…
If you struggled this Christmas, we encourage you to talk about it. Every man deserves the opportunity to talk about how they are feeling. We are back hosting our Circle on Monday 4th January, 7-9pm During our Circles we pass around a virtual ‘ball’ which allows each person to…
TUESDAY FROM 19:00 UTC-20:00 UTC An Evening of Christmas Ghost Tales Tuesday from 19:00 UTC-20:00 UTC Public · Hosted by Haunted Haworth Online event Tickets hauntedhaworth.co.uk/booking/an-evening-of-christmas-ghost-tales As a young boy growing up in a small market town, I met the devil behind a gravestone (true story ). In a Scottish village, one brother doesn’t believe in God…
£830 million funding boost for high streets Funding from the Future High Streets Fund to help 72 areas in England to recover from the pandemic and deliver ambitious regeneration plans. Published 26 December 2020 From: Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP, and The Rt Hon Robert Jenrick MP The government…
Christmas for the community Thank you so much to everyone who helped yesterday, and super thank you to everyone who has donated and given to this event in the past 6 years! Without all your help, and support it wouldn’t be what it is. Yesterday at the The Tradesmans Entrance Cafe Ltd we served…
Crossroads Derbyshire The festive season is a happy time for many, but for anyone living with domestic abuse, the risks increase over Christmas. If you think you or someone you know is suffering abuse, help is available. Please phone the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. The free helpline is confidential, non-judgemental and…
Blythe House Hospicecare and Helen’s Trust 2hluttl4i SDecdpeombgcenrts atS ohou10iodl:df5redal9 · As we get set to celebrate Christmas, you may be thinking of a loved one who is sadly no longer here, and remembering them at this special time with fond memories of love, laughter and joy. You can pay a unique tribute to the person that you’re missing…
31 THURSDAY, 31 DECEMBER 2020 AT 02:00 UTC The Hacienda 24 Hour House Party NYE Thursday, 31 December 2020 at 02:00 UTC Public · Hosted by FAC 51 The Hacienda, justin robertson and 12 others Online event http://unitedwestream.co.uk/ The Haçienda 24 Hour House Party NYE FAC 51 The Haçienda is throwing another Haçienda House Party with award winning…
If you have travelled to South Africa in the last two weeks, or been in contact with anyone who has, please isolate straight away. If you need help to do this please visit https://bsbs.helpnextdoor.co.uk/ and request help with shopping etc or food support. T Thank you. Find out more about the new ‘South African’ variant…
It is vital that we each take personal responsibility this Christmas to limit the spread of the virus and protect our loved ones, particularly if they are vulnerable. One in three people with coronavirus (COVID-19) have no symptoms and will be spreading it without realising it. So the safest way to celebrate Christmas this year is…
Merry Christmas to the fine folk of Buxton and beyond! As we all know this year has been filled with challenges and obstacles for people to overcome – us included! Hoping to open way back in March, we have sadly had to postpone opening our little craft ale and wine bar so we can keep…
A massive Shout Out of thanks to all the traders new and old on Buxton Market who have helped us carry on shopping safely since March no matter what the weather! Have a great Christmas Break 🎅🤩🎅🤩 … Merry Christmas to all our wonderful traders and customers. Thanks for supporting Buxton Markets in what has…
LAST DAY TODAY – WEDS 23RD DECEMBER 9:30AM-3PM @ THE SOURCE CAFE, TERRACE ROAD, BUXTON! We’re open and have plenty of items left for those who need a helping hand this Christmas. If you’ve been furloughed, on minimum wage, working part-time and struggling to make ends meet, on UC, referred to us by an agency…
If a child in your life is worried that Santa Claus might not be able to travel and deliver presents due to COVID-19, Dr Maria Van Kerkhove can provide reassurance: is immune.
A statement from the Office of Robert Largan MP After the increase in cases last week, I’m pleased to report that the latest figures show a fall in cases in the High Peak. Our rolling case rate has fallen by 33.6% to 98.2 per 100,000 with most of the High Peak seeing cases fall, including…
