Offers of help

The deadline – Monday 31 May – to apply for a FEST grants is rapidly approaching. If you’re aged 25 or under and in education or training, you could be awarded a grant of upto £400. More details from RoFA, Buxton Library, our clerk: festgrants@gmail.com or on our website: https://festgrants.wordpress.com/

If you have big ambitions for your business in 2022 then this is the event for you. Discover the support available to help make your goals a reality and expand your network through meeting like-minded business leaders. This event is open to all businesses within the High Peaks and Derbyshire Dales.    Join us to…

Do you have big ambitions for your business in 2022? Then this is the event for you. Discover the support available to help make your goals a reality and expand your network through meeting like-minded business leaders. Join us at 8am to learn more about the programmes, funding, consultation services and advice offered by the…

Ever thought about setting up a business or going self employed? Zink has arranged for Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce to run a three day course covering finance, tax, marketing and grant funding to get you going. Open to anyone living in the SK17 postcode area who isn’t currently in work. Contact jane@zink.org.uk for more info…

You may be eligible for a FEST grant – more information and an application form below – or you can pick up a copy from ROFA – Residents Of Fairfield Association or Buxton Library. Also on our website: https://festgrants.wordpress.com/ or email: festgrants@gmail.com

If you’ve offered a home to Ukrainian refugees, we have a guide to navigating the process, email paul@zink.org.uk for a copy. Zink is working with Buxton Homes for Ukraine, Hope Valley Sanctuary and Homes for Ukraine (High Peak) to welcome guests to our area: – All Zink’s services will be available to refugees, – Zink’s…

Our five NHS Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs) in Derby and Derbyshire are open every day, 8am – 8pm, including bank holidays. Visit https://111.nhs.uk/ and you’ll be guided to the best place for your illness or injury. If the UTC is the appropriate place for treatment, you’ll be booked a same-day appointment.

Buxton Repair Cafe on 22 January will go ahead with a Covid Safe Plan. Bring us your broken stuff and lets see if we can extend its life. Donations, no fees. https://fb.me/e/1jKFqg4ah @Buxton Methodist Church 10-2pm

Did you know we’re providing 19,000 places for school holiday activities at 80 venues across Derbyshire? Sessions include a free meal at breakfast or lunchtime with free places for families who claim benefit related free school meals. Find a place for your child at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/holidayactivities

Zink and High Peak Foodbank Winter Clothing Bank open now! Open until 5pm At Buxton United Reformed Church, Hardwick Square E

Derbyshire County Council have announced details of the new Household Support Fund to help families struggling this winter. You can already apply for up to 3 Emergency Cash Payments per year from the Derbyshire Discretionary Fund, but once these have been allocated, household can also apply for up to two payments of £64 per household,…

A year after the coronavirus pandemic swept through Derbyshire, the economic impact is still being felt right across the county, with many businesses still counting the cost and people who lost their jobs still looking for work. But while many sectors continue to struggle, there has been a huge increase in people setting up their…

This Christmas we will be delivering Christmas Dinner Hampers to folk in financial difficulties as well as delivering Christmas Dinners to those who need from The Tradesmans Cafe, Buxton. The Cafe will also have a sit in option for those that don’t want to eat alone and have a lovely dinner served with Fairfield Brass…

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So excited to launch this. Please do get in touch if you would benefit from this. We would also love to hear from those that want to join in with us and get cooking!   Contact us by phone 01298 73920, email pastorolliebcc@outlook.com   on Facebook or here.  

This evening we will be running our Breast Friends support group at the community hub. This group offers peer support, advice and information for those diagnosed with Breast Cancer. The focus is always about ‘what matters to you’. We discuss topics/issues that have been raised by people attending the group such as, dealing with uncertainty,…

Help is out there, just ask . Hardship support (food, travel costs, mobile top-ups and other essentials always considered) provided often on the same day confidentially and discretely.

Has the increase in pace left you feeling a little overwhelmed? Mental Health charity Mind Over Mountains @mindovermountainscic offer immediate and accessible support in an unpressured, unhurried setting. Join Sunday 15 August as they escape into a lesser walked part of the Peak District, high above Buxton. https://mindovermountains.org.uk/events-1/buxton-2021 Walk and talk with experienced coaches and…

Applications now re-open for the Co-op Community Fridge fund!  We‘re thrilled to announce that we have re-opened our Community Fridge fund with Co-op to support 100 groups all across the UK to establish a new Community Fridge project.   This opportunity includes £4,000 funding to help cover project costs, along with full support, guidance and resources from Hubbub to help successfully establish your fridge. Once set up, groups will be part of the 250 member strong Community…

Derbyshire County Council still have FREE online careers courses running in August. They cover CVs, job search and interview skills, transferable skills, and special workshops for the over 50s and 18 to 24-year-olds https://crowd.in/X94dJk  

Blythe House Facebook Page At Blythe House Hospice we can provide comfort and support for all these choices you would like to make when being diagnosed with a life limiting illness. Our multi-disciplinary team provides palliative and holistic care to local people affected by life-limiting illness, including patients, their families and carers. We provide support…

Due to open in September this year, the ZCH will offer a cafe, an Enterprise Zone to assist people back to work, training or education and many more support services for the local community. Take a tour here: (7) Facebook

After last weeks football incident , when Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest during the match versus Finland at Euro 2020, it prompted us to check our defib sat on a shelf In our day centre and Just how important Defibs actually are to save people lives. so we have now registered our…

Buxton Methodist Church: 10:00 until 14:00 TODAY!

Our funding workshop is tomorrow and we’d hate for you to miss out on the chance to get £1000 in funding!  Make sure you sign up TODAY using: https://buff.ly/3yjsV7N 

We are a small voluntary group based in North Somerset UK We promote positive mental health & raise awareness through events, media & partnerships. Visit our Facebook page for further information.  

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Vaccine Transport Update We are still here working hard to get as many people are possible to their vaccine appointments, working with @ConnexCommSupp @NMandDVC and @Bakewell_EyamCT. We’ve made it all the way to Texas

Did you miss Care for a Cuppa when it was postponed earlier this year? We certainly did, so we are very excited to be bringing it back this summer! Throughout July, we are asking you to hold your own Care for a Cuppa event, where you can invite your friends and family along and fundraise together. But don’t worry if July…

Transport for Greater Manchester are giving away decommissioned yellow school buses to suitable projects! Individuals, schools, community groups, sports teams and volunteer organisations have until Friday 18 June to submit their proposal online. Entries will be judged on several criteria, including originality, creativity and benefit to the community before the winners are announced in July.…

Do you or somebody that you know struggle to stay connected online due to anxiety or other mental health concerns? Our incredible initiative ‘Tech Buddies’ may be able to support you to reduce digital isolation and become more confident using devices and the internet to keep in touch with you support network and live independently.…

Here’s an example of the gorgeous bundles we do for new parents. It has everything – clothes, a Moses basket, toiletries, nappies, wipes, blankets – EVERYTHING you’d need for a new addition to the family. This mum has opted for formula, so we have gifted some powdered formula and cartons for on the go, as…

We are having an offer on our ‘Rent a Shelf’ section of the shop. Shelf rent will be half price for the months of May, June and July! £5 per week rather than £10! If you are a local artist/crafts person wanting to display your goods in The Arches please get in touch on facebook…

Buxton Town Team volunteers of the Slopes Care Team taking a well-deserved break during their spring cleaning session on the Slopes this morning. The team meet on alternate Thursday and Saturday mornings 10am -12 noon. They will next be in action on Saturday 15th May If you want lend a hand, email Jim on slopes@buxtontownteam.org

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.

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 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.      

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,…

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!

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/

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    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 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

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  …

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…

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…

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…

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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  

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..  

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…

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…

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..…

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,…

***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).

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…

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 /…

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

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

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.  

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)…

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…

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…

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…

Your landlord is responsible for repairs if your rented home is affected by flooding from rain. Check your rights here… http://ow.ly/yuRD50Dfzvt

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.…

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…