Pleas for help

Fancy supporting our community and earning some money at the same time? Buxton Markets Community Interest Company are recruiting for part time paid roles including an Administrator, a Deputy Crew Chief, and casual Crew. Details on their website –  

We are in short supply of the following items at the High Peak Food Bank Tinned carrots, sweetcorn, peas, potatoes, puddings, beans, soups Ready meals, tinned meats, pot noodles Rice Vegan, vegetarian and Gluten free options Toiletries such as bars of soap, toothpaste and toilet rolls and washing up liquid Zink is open for drop…

Our monthly Repair Cafes are very popular and make a real difference – we save lots of things from going to landfill, share skills, have some great conversations and hear some lovely stories. We need one or two more volunteers to help on the Cafe side of the operation. Just 2 hours, 10am – 12:00…

HELP REQUIRED After many happy years our lovely friends at the farm, where the tram currently lives, need to reclaim the barn for proper farm pursuits SO can anyone out there help us? We need a garage/shed/place in the woods, double bedroom but seriously we need somewhere inside with a clearance of above 9 ft.…

We’re desperate for stock at Buxton Scope. We have plenty of free donation bags available if anyone wishes to donate.

Want to foster? We need people from all walks of life to become foster carers and provide local homes for local children. Find out more here 

Can you help turn the current 5k run at Pavilion Gardens in to a weekly #parkrun? If so we need your help! We’ll be at the start of this weeks (14/05) 5k with Buxton Athletics Club from 8.30am to 10.30am so we can chat to people who would like to volunteer so come say Hi

Can you help turn the current 5k run at Pavilion Gardens in to a weekly #parkrun? If so we need your help! We’ll be at the start of this weeks (14/05) 5k with Buxton Athletics Club from 8.30am to 10.30am so we can chat to people who would like to volunteer so come say Hi

For our Thank You Buxton event this Sunday we would like to decorate Pavilion Gardens with photo’s of people’s life in lockdown. If you have a photo you would like to share, and permission send it, please could you send them to me by PM or admin@buxtonstreetbystreet.co.uk Thankyou!

Are you interested in preserving Hogshaw area as a green and wilder space in an area that is becoming even more built up? Come and let us know what you think at the first open Friends of Hogshaw meeting – 11th May 2022 at St Peters Community Hall 7.15pm

You may be aware that a notice was sent out to parents of children from Harpur Hill Junior school last week, about a suspicious incident involving a male seen in the area. Officers from Buxton SNT have been out and about in Harpur Hill over the last couple of days patrolling and talking to residents,…

Can you help?  You will need to sign into your own Amazon Account and order from there. Thank you everyone for your ongoing support. https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/ACSLYDQZOZSF… Here is a summary of the items for the children and families from Ukraine who are joining us in Buxton. TOYS, GAMES & ART MATERIALS FOR CHILDREN – Especially those…

A man entered the iconic High Peak hotel threatening staff and demanding cash in a burglary on Saturday morning. Derbyshire Constabulary said: “A man entered the Buxton Crescent Hotel, in The Crescent, at about 5am on Saturday 16 April”. “He threatened a member of staff before making off with cash in the direction of The…

Friends for Ukraine support group hope to be welcoming some families to Buxton this , week and would love to invite people to join in the welcome with blue and yellow in their windows, much in the same way as we had rainbows in lockdown. There are some great free printables here https://www.vectorstock.com/…/ukraine-flag-heart-vectors We’d really…

The Buxton Squadron of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, based at Silverlands, is threatened with closure – not because of a shortage of cadets – but because of a shortage of adult volunteers. This leaflet explains what the squadron does, how you can help, and what’s in it for you!  Read the attached leaflet…

WANTED – LARGE RUG We have another request from a host – they are looking for a large rug to put in the bedroom of their Ukrainian guest. If anyone has one they no longer want and are happy to donate, please let us know. Thank you. RE THE WARDROBE REQUEST – The host has…

Buxton fringe is run by volunteers, read the blog to find out how you can get involved in July

Mother and 4 kids: 17, 13, 3, and 18 months). They are a large family and will all need to be sponsored by one host. Please contact Lena Mandrik directly – olena.dem@gmail.com

Fingers crossed for some good weather on Saturday, (9th April) for the Big Buxton Spring Clean. Everyone is welcome to come along and help tidy the town. Litter pickers, bags, cloths and high viz can be provided although if you already have any of these items please bring them along. We will meet at Turners…

As you can see, we would welcome more book donations. Please bring your old novels and thrillers!!

A 65-year-old man has suffered injures following an unprovoked attack in Buxton. At about 10.45am on Thursday 17 March, the victim was in Ashwood Park, Bakewell Road, near the bowling green, when he was approached by a man who pushed him to the ground and kicked him several times. The man who attacked him is…

Buxton carnival organisers in plea for more volunteers Organisers of Buxton’s Well Dressing festival and carnival are calling for more volunteers to come forward as the event looks ahead to returning with a bang this summer. Read more here Anyone who would like to volunteer to help can contact Richard via email on richard.lower2@gmail.com.

BUXTON AIR CADETS NEED YOU! For the past 49 years, 2517 (Buxton) Squadron ATC has offered young people aged 12–20 the chance to get involved in a range of exciting activities, such as flying and gliding, rifle shooting, and completing the Duke of Edinburgh Award. But their future is uncertain as they are in need…

We have some very exciting news! We are planning to open a cafe in St Peter’s Church Hall, serving quality cakes and drinks on Saturday mornings. We are looking for a few more volunteers to join our team, on a rota basis. If you interested in becoming a part of this exciting new venture, then…

This is our current IN NEED list for this week If you have any other baby items you’d like to regift please let us know! We are also looking for Electric breast pumps Double pushchairs Fireguard Buggy board Highchairs Travel cots Thank you to everyone who donated to our Ukraine appeal! This is now closed…

The Women and Girls Match Fund has launched! One Donation, TWICE The Impact Donate here: https://donate.thebiggive.org.uk/campaign/a056900002AsWbdAAF All donations made on the Big Give from today, International Women’s Day, and 12pm on 15th March 2022 can be DOUBLED. We’re aiming to raise £5,000 in just 1 week! These funds will help to pay for activities for…

***HELP REQUESTED*** If you’ve ever used a room at the Buxton Methodist Church or appreciate having such facilities in the town centre, please show your support for the building – it’s in need of urgent repairs. Letters/comments of support are requested for funding applications. More info below… How important is it that we repair our…

Connex Community Support (formerly Buxton Volunteer Centre and Volunteer Centre Derbyshire Dales) was born in 1984 out of a community need to provide support to some of the area’s most vulnerable residents, they have grown and expanded over the years to play an invaluable role in the local communities in our area. They are currently…

Donations Needed We are in need of crème egg donations to fill our lovely knitting created by our local community knitters in order to sell them on our community stalls. If you would like to donate some crème eggs to your local charity and help support us raise vital funds for your hospice then you…

We’re recruiting! We’re looking for some lovely people to join our delivery team for our new community arts project ‘PANDEMIC Reflections’ starting next month. The project aims to provide the opportunity to creatively reflect on the past two years and to create personal and community records of the pandemic. A short series of double workshops…

Buxton Mountain Rescue Team is now inviting applications from people who want to join the team as an operational member The team are keen to hear from people who are active in the outdoors and have the time to dedicate to attend weekly training, continuous performance development and call-outs (when qualified). Applicants must live within…

Our Street is a programme of vibrant events and activities taking place in Spring Gardens. Events and activities for all. Events and Activities to connect the communities of Buxton, to enjoy, to learn, to socialise and to feel a sense of belonging to the High Street. And to do this we want to invite young…

Good morning We currently have a waiting list for bed guards. If you have a spare one you’d like to donate please let us know buxtonbabybank@gmail.com Thank you! Team Baby Bank

Get involved with the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust! The Trust are holding an informal event at 6pm next Monday 24 January for anybody interested in volunteering. We are looking for volunteers who have a love of history and heritage, or have a passion for Buxton and the Peak District to come forward and share their…

*VACANCY: Volunteers* Volunteering is a great opportunity to gain work experience in a theatre environment, learn new skills and meet new people, whilst playing a vital role at your local theatre. We are currently looking for Front of House and Bar Volunteers, and will be holding a recruitment day on Saturday 5 February at 11am.…

Happy New Year one and all!   Once again we are asking for donations to our food bank.  We are currently short of: Carrier Bags Toiletries Sweetcorn Potatoes Carrots Anything else food/drink wise is muchly appreciated! Please note we cannot accept alcohol. We are also on the lookout for board games such as Scrabble, Uno,…

If you made any New Year’s resolutions to get more involved in supporting your community, the Buxton & High Peak branch of Samaritans is offering a perfect opportunity. “What better way to start the New Year than by making a truly meaningful and rewarding contribution to our community?” buxton.director@samaritans.org. If you are unable to spare…

A Buxton-based charity is looking for more volunteers to donate their time in 2022 after another busy year. To find out more and how to apply, click here

Our healthcare services have been given the target of offering everyone aged 18 and above a booster jab by the end of December. This comes at a time of year when healthcare services are always under increased pressure and that issue is significantly heightened this year due to illness, waiting list backlog and Covid restrictions.…

We’re looking for volunteers who are interested in being an anchor for our Zink TV YouTube channel! Please contact via email tom@zink.org.uk or telephone 07949538773 if you are interested! Feel free to share this post.

Did you know, volunteering for an organisation like Buxton Baby Bank looks great on your CV and University Application? It’s also great fun, you can meet new people and learn new skills! If you have a few hours to spare and would like to join us, send us a message or email us at buxtonbabybank@gmail.com…

We are pleased to announce that with the support of the Pavilion Gardens we have managed to re-schedule our Lake of Lights event and it will now take place this coming Sunday 12th December. The event will start at the earlier time of 4.30pm, when lights can be collected from us at the Kiosk at…

POSTPONED! With icy weather forecast for this weekend, the Town Team have revised their plans for putting up the decorations… Thanks to all those who were going to join us on Sunday – the new date is Thursday morning (December 2nd), meeting outside Turner’s Memorial at 10am – we’re assured by Buxton Weather Watch that…

We now have a giving tree in the store. Simply pick up a bauble with the value of one, two or five pounds on. This money will then go to waste not want at the URC to spend on items they need in store. Please pick up a bauble and give what you can.

Do you want to be involved in your local parish or local church? You don’t have to attend on a Sunday to join in with the events and activities that are happening. I am interested to know what you are interested in… some of the things listed on the electronic form are already happening in…

This 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…

Every year at The Chakra Lounge, we initiate acts of giving back in the last two months for everything good that we had received all through the year. 2020 was a year that shook all of us. But, 2021 has been a year of realization and revival. If the past two years have taught us…

This year we hope to give a gift of new pyjamas and a toy to all the children who have used our services over the last year and we need your help! This year is going to be tough for many families with the cost of living going up and covid effecting people’s incomes. Christmas…

Still needs some volunteers to sell poppies in Morrisons  for the next couple of weeks. Please contact Lily (details below).

Do you live, work, study, run a business, or own a property in Buxton? If yes, we want to hear from you. The Big Buxton Conversation, episode two is face to face Monday 8 November 2:30-5:30pm (the first session was online in April). Our town, our future, our community.  

Still need some volunteers to sell poppies if you can spare even just a couple of hours first two weeks in November we would most appreciate it. Please contact Lilly details below

  British Transport Police would like to hear about your experience of rail travel.  If you’d like to take part in this survey, please scan the QR code or use this link: https://online1.snapsurveys.com/…/1dba64df-25df-45be…

This week, we are supporting Ava’s Chain of Kindness, a campaign run in loving memory of Ava, who sadly passed away at just two years old on Mother’s Day last year, after being diagnosed with leukaemia at 24 months old. After receiving support from our charity partner @youngLivesvsCancer her family set up the chain to…

Buxton Town Team  Welcome and Welcome Back Meeting Thursday 28th October – 18:30 (for 7pm start) – The Pump Room. The perfect chance to find out what we do, put forward your own project ideas and get involved.

I am helping my colleagues with homeless shelters and collecting this year and wondered if anyone is willing to help by donating new gloves, scarf woolly hats and selection boxes ( bit of Xmas) Also can collect travel cups/mugs and other useful outdoor items. (Sorry I can’t take second hand or used due to covid).…

Local businesses, stallholders and food and drink vendors required for our Christmas Wonderland Cabins Get in touch now at pavilion.gardens@parkwood-leisure.co.uk to book your stall as spaces are limited!

As you all know every Christmas we aim to provide and help as many people celebrate Christmas in our community as possible and this Christmas will be no different. – with more people in need with ever increasing costs , and job losses we will be here to lend a helping hand to anyone who…

If anyone can spare a few hours during the first couple of weeks in November to sell poppies,  please contact Lilly (details below).     Thankyou  

The Poppy Appeal will shortly be with us anyone who can spare some times to sell poppies in morrisons in late October early November contact details below. Thanks Lilly Clements lclements@britishlegion.org.uk 07918 562 624    

We have some volunteers in store today from Buxton rotary club helping us collect for young lives vs cancer please give what you can don’t forget you can add a pound donation at any till .#CCAM

Getting short of plastic bags in the foodbank. If you have any to donate, please drop them off 1-3pm Tues – Fri at Buxton United Reformed Church or into one of the collection bins at Buxton supermarkets. Thanks!

Buxton Civic Society Need Your Help. Our woodlands are a valuable lifeline and source of recuperation to the folk of Buxton and beyond. But the trees need our help. This Saturday see’s the first of our BCA Stronger Roots – Bringing in the Seeds events. We need to collect many thousands of tree seeds to…

  Have you had your say? There is still time to put forward your views about the draft whole-town sustainable travel plan. https://www.buxtontownteam.org/buxton-on-the-move

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Blythe House Retail Volunteers Needed

Funny Wonders Dear friends, Over the next few weeks we will be producing our project evaluation report about the Buxton Flowerpot Trail 2021. If anyone has any feedback for us – good, bad or otherwise – or ideas for next year, please message us or email hello@funnywonders.org.uk. Have you done the trail? Did you enjoy…

Volunteer Needed – Saturday 14th Aug Wirksworth. Help with Video Live Stream. I run a small charity and I’m Buxton based, on Saturday 14th August we are hosting our first in person event since 2019 at the Mount Cook Adventure Centre in Wirksworth and as we are keeping numbers low, we are offering a hybrid…

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Our Tea, Talk and Tech project is underway but we need some volunteers to help us! Interested? Watch our video to find out more!

A couple entered Vision Express opticians in Buxton today stealing three pairs of Gucci Sun-specs, in a third attempt after trying twice over the weekend. Vision express have said: “Can anybody put a name to this face – This woman entered the Buxton store with her boyfriend today and stole three pairs of Gucci Sunspecs…

A packet of crisps take a couple of minutes to eat but did you know the packaging can take up to 80 years to decompose if left as litter? Help us fund litter picking kits for our amazing volunteers so we can keep the Peak District litter free!  See here for full information.

***LOST IN BUXTON TODAY*** A gentleman has lost his gold wedding ring today in Buxton and isn’t when it came off, he has been in the Pavilion Gardens and near the Crescent and town centre.. If by chance anyone finds a plain gold wedding ring, please message our page / hand it in to the…

New Mills Festival is looking for an artist to lead a couple of lantern making workshops in New Mills with 11-16 year old young people. Must have insurance and be DBS checked. Email: info@newmillsfestival.org.uk

—– PLEASE CLICK THE PICTURE & FILL IN OUR SURVEY! —– At last, years of research and ideas have come to fruition – with the publication of the Town Team’s Buxton on the Move consultation. ​ Getting around town and accessing the places we need to be has long presented a challenge. This resulted in the establishment…

It costs nothing to give a nice review or post a photo on social media, and it just takes a few minutes of your time, but the benefits to the company may be enormous. If you’ve had a positive experience with a local business, let others know! 1. Post a photo of a local business…

How accessible is Buxton? How easy is it to move around the town? We want to hear your views as part of the consultation on the draft sustainable whole-town travel plan. It has been produced by Buxton Town Team volunteers, working with High Peak Borough Council, Derbyshire County Council, University of Derby and local voluntary…

We desperatley need access to a defibrillator at our sports ground, for everyone in our Rugby, grassroots football and local community. We are reaching out for support as a club for the help in raising the funds to obtain a defibrillator at the sunnyfields sports club that we can save lives with if needed. Read…

Buxton Fringe 2021 needs you! read more here

We’re looking for a volunteer driver to pick up from a Buxton supermarket on Wednesday mornings, dropping off at the foodbank around midday. Please message if you’re available and would like to do it! High Peak Food Bank

Find out more and sign the petition here

After a very constructive meeting yesterday, the following survey has been created to find out the positives and negatives of the NHS Volunteer Responders service and how (or if) this could be implemented differently in the future. It is also a chance to show how valuable the voluntary sector was during this pandemic. Follow the…

Volunteers needed Well it has certainly been a strange 12 months. We were delighted with the success of our mostly on-line Fringe last year. This year we are expecting to have some on-line events but are also hoping to have a number of live events. We will be following government guidelines and are keeping our…

Help raise awareness of Mentell at your barbers, hairdressers or salon. sign up here

Buxton Town Team 28 May at 09:04  ·  We are officially launching our travel plan consultation this week. Throughout the summer, residents and frequent local visitors will be able to give their views on a whole range of ideas to help keep Buxton on the move. The Access, Parking, Travel and Transport project team have been working for some…

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

My name is Carolyn Kidd and I am the proprietor of The Tradesman’s Entrance Café on the Market Place in Buxton. Six years ago I took the decision to open the café on Christmas Day – we called it “Christmas for the Community” – to welcome and feed anyone in the local community who had…

We are officially launching our travel plan consultation this week. Throughout the summer, residents and frequent local visitors will be able to give their views on a whole range of ideas to help keep Buxton on the move. The Access, Parking, Travel and Transport project team have been working for some time gathering data, and…

The British Legion in Buxton are looking for volunteers to help manage the poppy appeal in Buxton. Please see the details below.

Help Connex to get a £1000 Movement for Good award! Your nomination really counts. £1,000 could make a real difference to the work we do. Maybe it could help us to get a new social club going for older people (so important once restrictions lift) or maybe help us to organise some trips out for…

        Pubs/Bars.. Would you like to join the 118 pubs signed up to MENTELL’s TYBB.. ‘Turn Your Bar Blue’ Raising awareness of men’s mental health and male suicide To receive you FOC pack, sign up in the link https://www.mentell.org.uk/campaigns/turn-your-bar-blue

The Peak District Proud Fund aims to raise money to buy equipment for community organisations to help care for the park.     Peak District National Park Foundation hopes the campaign will also raise awareness about problems posed by litter – including danger to wildlife and fire risks.     In the longer term, the…

Are there any of our Facebook Friends (or friends of friends) who are confident, competent and capable of helping us to make an exciting environmentally-themed project come to life?? It is all about supporting and raising awareness of our local bumblebee, the Bilberry, which is on the verge of extinction in the UK. In partnership…