Community Notices

Tony Beardsley out walking with the Erewash Ramblers (Credit)

Long standing Erewash Ramblers Committee Member steps down

A group of walkers in Erewash is seeing 2026 in with a change to its membership after a long standing member decided to step down. Tony Beardsley was an original member of the Erewash Ramblers Committee, starting out as Programme Secretary and then becoming Chairman. The organisation was formed in 1981 and is part of the Derbyshire Area of Ramblers. However, after 45 years on the Committee, Tony has decided to step down. A statement issued on behalf of the […]

13 January 2026 30

Community Notices

People welcomed to FREE bereavement support groups

Local people are being invited to attend an award-winning bereavement support group. Fay Bloor, Bereavement Support Coordinator and trained counsellor at Wathall’s, runs four free meetings a month and offers one-to-one counselling sessions in Derby – and places are now available. She said: “Some very firm friendships have been made from people attending Dandelions Bereavement Support. People come together to talk about their grief and how it feels to lose a loved one, finding comfort from the groups.” “Our relaxed […]

12 January 2026 20

Borough Wide

Storm Goretti impacts on CrossCountry services in and around Erewash

CrossCountry trains Service Delivery Director Nick Westcott, has issued a statement after the CrossCountry network was severely impacted by Storm Goretti with several routes not in operation this morning. CrossCountry runs services through Long Eaton Railway Station (to/from Nottingham/Birmingham) as well as more regionally. Nick said: “Storm Goretti has had a significant impact on the CrossCountry network, particularly across the West Midlands, and the past 24 hours have been extremely challenging for both customers and colleagues. "Heavy snowfall in the […]

9 January 2026 43

Borough Wide

School closures – what happens during bad weather

Derbyshire County Council state that schools don't need to tell the authority if they're closed. If a school has to close at short notice - like due to bad weather - it will contact parents and carers, often by text. The headteacher decides whether to close the school. They will consider things like keeping staff and pupils safe, if enough staff can get to work, and local road conditions. You should check with your child's school to find out if […]

9 January 2026 44

Borough Wide

Derby College Group sites closed: 09/01/2026

Derby College Group report that, due to the current severe weather conditions and significant travel disruptions in and around Derby, all DCG sites will be closed today - Friday 9th January 2026. Some bus and train routes are not operating, making travel unsafe and unreliable. Teaching and support activities will move online where possible, and further updates will be provided via email. Although weather conditions are expected to improve later today, students should NOT attempt to travel to any DCG […]

9 January 2026 22

Community Notices

The search is on for unsung heroes of the British countryside

Nominations have officially opened for this year’s Schöffel Countryside Awards which return following the success of last year’s inaugural event. Led by wildlife charity Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) and country clothing brand Schöffel Country, it is a celebration of private land managers, farms and partnerships whose dedication to wildlife management and working conservation is helping to improve the health of the British countryside. Entries are encouraged from all quarters, whether it be an individual striving to make a difference […]

9 January 2026 13

Community Notices

Consultation event to help people have their say on adult education

Consultation events have been arranged in Erewash to help people have their say on proposals to change the way adult education is delivered. The county council wants a range of views on options to ensure Derbyshire Adult Education Service is fit for the future and has the greatest impact on the lives of people who need the most support. Changes to the way the service is funded provides an opportunity to look at how it could be more flexible and […]

7 January 2026 13

Borough Wide

Big Transport Conversation hits the halfway mark: Mayor Claire calls on all communities to have their say

Better cycling and walking routes, more reliable buses and cheaper train tickets are just some of the transport improvements suggested by people across the East Midlands.

23 December 2025 20

Community Notices

Northern releases travel advice calendar for trains over Christmas and New Year

Train operator Northern, which runs services through Ilkeston Railway Station, has released a calendar to provide customers with a handy reference guide for service levels over the festive period. The calendar, which covers 22nd December to 4th January, highlights the fact that services will end earlier than usual on Christmas Eve. There are no trains running on Christmas Day or Boxing Day, and train services will be disrupted between Leeds and York from 27th December until the end of January […]

22 December 2025 21

Long standing Erewash Ramblers Committee Member steps down

People welcomed to FREE bereavement support groups

Storm Goretti impacts on CrossCountry services in and around Erewash

School closures – what happens during bad weather

Derby College Group sites closed: 09/01/2026

The search is on for unsung heroes of the British countryside

Consultation event to help people have their say on adult education

Big Transport Conversation hits the halfway mark: Mayor Claire calls on all communities to have their say

Northern releases travel advice calendar for trains over Christmas and New Year

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