Check your mobile coverage You can now check which mobile service provider offers you the best signal in your area, following a project we undertook to map coverage. We worked with mobile mapping specialist Streetwave, and district and borough councils throughout Derbyshire, to collect crucial data on where mobile signals fail to deliver using signal…
Derbyshire Makes returns We’re looking forward to April and May 2026, when six town‑centre festivals will celebrate creativity, heritage and the future as part of Derbyshire Makes. The festival, now in its second year, will transform high streets, heritage sites and public spaces into vibrant hubs of activity, bringing together artists, makers, performers and communities…
Latest news – 13 February Rebel Rangers Enjoy the ultimate family challenge with Rebel Rangers! Rebel Rangers is an interactive trail designed for families with children aged 5–14, encouraging you to explore some of the region’s most iconic days out, heritage sites and green spaces while uncovering fascinating stories from the past. Take part and…
Latest news – 6 February Cheque presented to money-raising school boys A cheque for £653.42 was presented to two boys to help their fund raising efforts. Noah and Thomas were given the cheque at Bolsover District Council’s full council meeting on 28 January 2026 by Council Chair, Councillor Duncan Haywood. The money had been raised…
Fun day for youngsters Children and young people in our care enjoyed a day of fun and learning at Derbyshire Police Headquarters. Hosted by Derbyshire Constabulary on behalf of our Corporate Parenting Board and organised by the participation team, the children and young people played games, learned about online safety and talked about their hopes…
Latest news – 30 January 2026 Food waste collections are coming Brand new food waste caddies are set to be delivered to homes in Bolsover District. Following a decision by government to make food recycling mandatory for all households, Bolsover District Council will be delivering the caddies from mid-February with collections due to begin from…
Award for foster carers Congratulations to retired Derbyshire foster carers Chris and Denise Mitchell who have received a British Citizen Award for services to their community. he couple have dedicated their lives to caring for some of the county’s most vulnerable children. After adopting three children with Down’s syndrome as well as having their own…
Latest news – 23 January 2026 Engagement Hub opens in Bolsover A new engagement hub has opened to help residents get involved with plans for the future of Bolsover. The hub is located at 8 Cotton Street, Bolsover and officially opened its doors to the public yesterday (22 January 2026). Read more – https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKBDC/bulletins/40593c0
Digital funding boost We’re supporting more residents to get online and go digital across Derbyshire. Our £50,000 funding boost will tackle digital exclusion by helping Derbyshire residents get online, stay connected and access essential health and support services. The funding will support Rural Action Derbyshire to expand digital inclusion work across the county. They have…
Latest news – 16 January Fine for illegal cesspool A Doe Lea man has paid £780 after being found to have allowed effluent to be pumped into a farmer’s field. Martin Groves pleaded guilty at Magistrates Court and was given a reduced fine as a result. Bolsover Distrct Council Environmental Health Officers and Community Enforcement…
