People Express is bringing Derbyshire Makes Festival to Swadlincote!
Derbyshire Makes Festival arrives in Swadlincote town centre in just over 2 weeks’ time for a huge celebration of community spirit and creativity.
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Derbyshire County Council has commissioned Harmless to deliver FREE half-day training for staff and volunteers.
Derbyshire County Council has commissioned Harmless to deliver half-day training in Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Awareness & Managing Mental Health Conversations. Training is delivered either in-person or online (please check the listings for details) and is FREE for staff and volunteers who meet the criteria stated below.
Derby Children’s Picture Book Award 2025 winner announced
The winner of Derby Book Festival’s seventh Derby Children’s Picture Book Award is announced today (3rd April). The winning book, from a shortlist of three, is Flower Block by Lanisha Butterfield and Yoang Giang (Puffin Books).
Derbyshire Festival Development: Shaping the Future of Britain’s Festival County – hosted by Arts Derbyshire
With over 100 arts, cultural, and heritage festivals throughout the year, Derbyshire has rightfully earned its reputation as "Britain's Festival County." But what makes a festival truly thrive, and how can we maximize its impact?
New research quantifies the benefits of cultural investment
This resource breaks new ground by creating a methodology to monetise the health and wellbeing benefits of cultural and heritage engagement.
Baton of Hope Derby/Derbyshire – get involved now!
The Baton of Hope will be coming to come to Derby and Derbyshire with the date set for 13th September 2025! To support the Baton of Hope local committee we are working with them to host local pre-tour events in location across Derbyshire.
All the school’s a stage – Dr Ava Hunt goes deep into why drama is so important for children, especially at key times in their lives
The transition from primary to secondary school is a significant milestone in a child’s educational journey. It’s a period that often brings a mixture of excitement and anxiety as children face new environments, different routines, and increased academic pressure.
Singing Friends – come along to this fun new group from Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service
NEW GROUP – Ilkeston Singing Friends – Tuesdays 10.15-11.45pm at the Cantelupe Centre, Ilkeston Market Place.
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