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Can you recycle pizza boxes?
There has been some confusion recently about whether or not you can recycle pizza boxes, due to the potential food contamination. Many people will kn...
Warning - Bogus Callers
We have received information from a customer that a man visited their home in Langwith claiming to be from the Council. The person had an ID badge wi...
Council Chair officially opens new eye-health clinic
Our chair, Councillor Tom Munro praised a new sight-saving clinic when he cut the ribbon at the official opening. Cllr Munro was guest of honour at N...
Register your fireworks event to help it go off safely
Organisers of firework displays across Bolsover District where the public will attend are being urged to register with us to ensure their event meets ...
Bolsover TV - 24 June 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: - Our planners are 'the best'...
Enhanced patient services survey
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) have been commissioned to provide 'enhanced' services slightly differently from the current access in place c...
Bolsover TV - 17 June 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We follow Flying High Academy a...
Clowne Parish Church celebrates local community with vibrant festival
The Festival of Clowne will take place on Saturday 25 June 10am-2pm at St John the Baptist Parish Church. This is the first summer festival since the...
Bolsover tops planning permission approval rate list
We have been named the best location for receiving planning permission approval (outside of London) according to a recent survey. The survey was unde...
Markham Vale businesses jobsfair
Staveley Jobcentre will be delivering a Jobsfair at the Environment Centre on Thursday 30 June 2022 specifically aimed to support the employers i...
Bolsover TV - 10 June 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Elmton residents prepare ...
Council leading the way in recycling plastics
A new initiative to see more plastic recycled in Bolsover District has got underway to help residents recycle more than ever. We are asking residents...
SSAFA receive £1,000 donation
A cheque for £1,000 has been presented to Peter Bower, Divisional Secretary SSAFA Bolsover Division by Mrs Norah Sly on behalf of the family of the l...
Bolsover TV - 3 June 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: the C...
Music to the ears
Stainsby Festival’s charity, an entirely volunteer run, not-for-profit organisation, wins priceless award: The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service...
Low impact circuits coming to Pinxton
Residents in Pinxton can soon start taking part in low impact circuits to help them keep fit and mobile. The circuits are part of our Bolsover Wellne...
Create your future Creswell
Creswell residents are being urged to take part in a new style of planning consultation as we are asking for their views on a proposed Growth Plan for...
No changes to bin collections
Residents are advised that there are no changes to bin collections over the bank holiday weekend. If you are scheduled for a collection on Thur...
CCTV to become mandatory in taxis
We have approved a new policy making it mandatory for CCTV to be used in its licensed taxis and private hire vehicles. Councillors heard that by intr...
Bolsover TV - 27 May 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: South...
Problems with incoming calls
We are currently experiencing problems with incoming calls to our Contact Centre system (on the 01246 2424242 number). We are investigating this as a ...
Oz-box is coming to Bolsover
Bolsover residents are being given the chance to punch their way to fitness as OZ-BOX is coming to the town. The free sessions are being staged at Bo...
Take a train and follow the trail
Visitors to Creswell can enjoy a journey back in time through the Ice Age as a new Rail Trail has been produced. The family friendly Creswell Rail He...
Taxi driver puts lives at risk by using unlicensed vehicle
A taxi driver who had a contract to transport children to and from a special school has been found guilty of using a vehicle that was not licensed to ...
Heard about monkeypox?
You may have heard about monkeypox in the news recently. But what is it, what are the symptoms and how can you access help and information? Monkeypox...
Flower pot fun returns to Palterton
The third annual Palterton Flower Pot Festival is now taking place in the village. The festival runs for three-weeks until 12 June and will also coin...
More new Council homes for Whitwell
Twenty-one new Council properties in Whitwell have been handed over to us from contractors Robert Woodhead Limited as part of our Bolsover Homes schem...
Bolsover TV - 20 May programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: £165...
South Normanton residents to vote on purchasing Zion Church
Residents in South Normanton are being asked to vote on whether they want the Parish Council to purchase the old Zion Church in the town. They strong...
'Donate You' campaign launched ahead of National Volunteers Week
The Community Voluntary Service (CVS) for Bolsover District are pleased to announce lots of exciting plans to promote and encourage volunteering acros...
Bolsover TV - 13 May 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: 21 new counc...
Beware of scam calls
We are urging residents to be aware of some reported scam phone calls. We have received reports of someone calling residents in Bolsover District say...
Update on Energy Saving Grant
If you pay by Direct Debit The £150 Council Tax Energy Rebate payments have commenced to households who pay their Council Tax by Direct Debit, with ...
Bolsover TV - 6 May programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: ...
Council Leader offers free adverts to businesses and groups
As a progressive and ambitious authority we are always looking at ways to promote Bolsover District and what is happening. We already provide numerou...
How would you like to be consulted on planning matters?
Bolsover District residents are being urged to give their views on a draft Statement of Community Involvement (SCI). This Statement sets out how we wi...
Step out with walk for Parkinson's
Around 145,000 people in the UK live with Parkinson’s. And it's the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. Parkinson’s UK, Europeâ€...
Bolsover TV - 29 April 2022 programme goes live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: ...
Bolsover resident fined for dropping cigarette
A Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) was issued on 22 April to a resident for littering in Bolsover. Our enforcement officers were on a town patrol and issue...
Flowerpot fun to return to Palterton
Palterton is set to come alive to some weird and wonderful characters again as they are set to stage the third Palterton Flower Pot Festival. Local r...
Reduce the risk of theft from vehicles
Please help us reduce the chances of vehicle theft, by taking the following actions:Â Never leave anything on display in your car; even a coat...
Pinxton residents can enjoy Pick n Mix sessions
A new Pinxton Pick n Mix session has started for individuals aged 50+ at Pinxton Village Hall. The sessions will be held every Tuesday from...
HMRC webinar for businesses affected by Covid-19
On 21 April 2022 HMRC updated the guidance about the support available for businesses affected by COVID-19, to include details for upcoming webinars o...
Landlord webinar - dealing with tenants who are hoarders
Do you know what to do if you have a tenant who is a hoarder? We are staging a webinar which focuses on hoarding and what to do if you have a te...
Temporary closure of Creswell Skate Park
Work on the much anticipated multi-million pound Creswell Wellbeing and Heritage Centre is now well underway. As these works continue, it has become ...
Staying Active Awards launched
The Staying Active Awards is a celebration of community spirit, individual achievement and determination from groups affected by the pandemic. As the...
Bolsover TV - 22 April programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: £...
Elderly tenants to get £2.5million upgrade at Valley View
We are ploughing £2.5million into the care and well-being of our elderly residents by upgrading the Valley View Independent Living accommodation in H...
Barlborough received special guest on Easter Sunday
Barlborough Country Park had an eggs-xtra special visitor on Easter Sunday, as the Easter bunny made an appearance. The excited children were waiting...
Tibshelf dog owner fined £100
A dog owner in Tibshelf has paid a £100 fixed penalty notice for breaching the district wide dog control Public Spaces Protection Order. One of our ...
Digital innovation will streamline planning service
A £400k grant that will streamline and deliver digital innovation to our planning service, has been agreed. The grant will see us working together w...
Latest InTouch magazine is out
Get a sneak preview of the latest issue of our residents InTouch magazine which will be distributed to households across the District from 2...
Bolsover TV - 15 April programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: ...
Compost your way towards a greener future
In partnership with GetComposting.com, we are offering discounted compost bins for residents this spring, helping us all have greener gardens. Compos...
The opening of a new football hub
We are pleased to announce the opening of a new Clowne Hub, in partnership with the Chesterfield FCs Spireites Trust. Looking to expand the academyâ€...
Council set to share in £2.6billion fund
We are set to receive a share of a £2.6billion pot of money to help deliver local projects. The Shared Prosperity Fund will be allocated to all dist...
Bolsover TV - 8 April programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this episode, ...
Shirebrook Crematorium
Bolsover District Council is seeking opinions on the potential development of a Crematorium at Common Lane/A6407 (alongside Shirebrook Cemetery, on th...
Covid walk-in centres
For anyone who has not yet had their first Covid jab, needs their second, booster jab or needs advice, they can just turn up to the following venues a...
Bolsover TV - 1 April programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's epi...
Possible scam regarding Council Tax energy rebate
We have been made aware that some residents have been receiving phone calls and emails asking for their bank details so the Council Tax Energy Rebate ...
Bolsover TV - 25 March programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week’s p...
Asbestos dumped on country lanes
We are appealing for witnesses after three incidents of asbestos roofing tiles and other building materials were found dumped in country lanes. The i...
Sixty trees planted in Bolsover
Sixty trees have been planted on Langwith Road in Bolsover as part of our Community Woodlands scheme. The trees, which are of various species such as...
Digital tools to help plan growth in Shirebrook
The Government has today (21 March 2022) announced that we have once again been successful in securing funding for investment in digital planning thro...
Increase in declined payments
We are seeing an increase in the number of payments being declined. This is often due to the time taken to undertake additional security features the ...
Bolsover TV - 18 March 2022 episode goes live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's epi...
Support Ukrainian refugees today
Brutal conflict in Ukraine has sent more than two million people on a desperate race to escape. Homes and infrastructure have been destroyed. Families...
Vehicle seized that was used in fly-tipping incident
We have used vehicle seizure powers for the first time to investigate a fly-tipping incident in Shirebrook. One of our enforcement officers witnessed...
Bolsover TV - 11 March 2022
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode...
Bolsover TV - 4 March 2022 programme now live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's epi...
Live a healthier lifestyle with the Bolsover Wellness Scheme
Our popular Wellness Scheme is being extended to include people living outside the District. The scheme aims to increase levels of physical activity ...
Create your future Shirebrook
Shirebrook residents are being urged to take part in a new style of planning consultation as we are asking for their views on a proposed Growth Plan f...
Support local good causes with our community lottery
Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be in with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter b...
Planning a street party for the Queen's Jubilee
In the run up to the Queen's Jubilee celebrations if you are considering holding a street party to celebrate the occasion with your neighbours then yo...
First Future Homes project is underway!
The first Future Homes project as part of our Bolsover Homes scheme has got underway. Following the governmental gas and oil boiler ban as the UK com...
Bolsover TV - 25 February programme is live
Welcome to the latest episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's epi...
Campaign to encourage new food businesses to register with us
Following a rise in the number of new food businesses during the pandemic, we are joining the Food Standards Agency (FSA) campaign and calling for all...
Bungalows for the elderly planned for Shirebrook
Plans to build 24 new single storey council properties on land off Market Close in Shirebrook have been approved by our Planning Committee. The devel...
Two fines issued for littering
Two Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) were issued yesterday (22 February 2022) for littering in Bolsover. Our enforcement officers were on a town patrol i...
Mobile vaccination centre in Carr Vale
For anyone who has not yet had their first Covid jab, needs their second or booster jab, they can just turn up on Saturday 26 February from 10am to 4p...
Bolsover TV - 100th episode goes live
Welcome to the 100th episode of Bolsover TV. The programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: ...
Sports coaches urged to book place on Safeguarding course
A UK Coaching Safeguarding and Protecting Children course will be running at The Arc in Clowne on 15 March 2022 from 6pm to 9pm. The cost to atte...
Pick 'n' mix activities coming to Bolsover
A new Pick 'n' Mix session will be starting for individuals aged 50+ at Bolsover Assembly Rooms on 2 March, 10am to 12noon. Various activities will b...
Winter pressure single contact point
The Winter Pressure Single Contact Point for Derbyshire continues to be available until March 2022. This service is for professionals only, to suppor...
Armed Forces Breakfast Club starts in South Normanton
A new Breakfast Club has started in South Normanton for Armed Forces and Veterans. Local councillor, Andrew Joesbury has started the club f...
Bolsover resident pays Fixed Penalty Notice
A Bolsover resident has paid a £100 fixed penalty notice for breaching the District-wide dog control Public Spaces Protection Order. The matter was ...
Bolsover TV - 11 February programme goes live
Our latest Bolsover TV programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: work on the next s...
Half-term fun at Bolsover Castle
English Heritage has entertainment sorted this February half term. Brush off those winter cobwebs and enjoy fun and fresh air with a schedule of activ...
Gambling Policy Consultation
We are consulting on our Gambling Act 2005 Policy (Statement of Licensing Principles). The Licensing Authority must legally undertake a review of the...
Sex Establishments regulation
We have adopted legislation which allows local authorities to regulate Sex Establishments. The power is an adoptive one which means local authorities...
£200 fine for Clowne resident
A resident from Clowne has paid a £200 fixed penalty notice for failing in their duty of care to ensure their waste was disposed of by an authorised ...
Bolsover TV - 4 February 2022 programme goes live
Our latest Bolsover TV programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Council Leader, Cll...
Business support scheme unveiled to help small firms recovery
As England’s businesses emerge from an incredibly tough 24 months of trading conditions, we are stepping in with a lifeline for our small firms and ...
£200 fine paid by Warsop resident for dumping waste
A Warsop resident has paid a £200 fixed penalty notice for dumping their waste. Our enforcement team found and investigated the waste which wa...
Clowne resident fined for dumping waste in Bolsover
A Clowne resident has paid a £200 fixed penalty notice for dumping their waste. Our enforcement team found and investigated the waste which wa...
Mobile Covid clinic at Carr Vale
For anyone who has not yet had their first Covid jab, needs their second or booster jab, they can just turn up on Wednesday 9 February from 12noon to ...
Bolsover TV - 28 January 2022 programme goes live
Our latest Bolsover TV programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: we see how the construct...
Robert Woodhead Ltd gifts a defibrillator to Whitwell community
Our house-building partnership with Robert Woodhead Ltd is one of the most ambitious housing programmes in the country that provides energy efficient ...
Become a governor for Derbyshire Healthcare
Are you interested in local NHS services or passionate about your community? Then become a governor for Derbyshire Healthcare. They are looking for ...
Council Leader updates on Ken and Freda Walker
21 January 2022 Following yesterday’s press conference where it was confirmed that a 33-year old man had been arrested on suspicion of the murder o...
Bolsover TV - 21 January 2022 programme goes live
Our latest Bolsover TV programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: we talk to two loc...
Advice available to help those in debt
Bolsover District residents who are struggling with debt or managing their money can get help from the Citizens Advice North East Derbyshire. For man...
Sam's Flower Boutique Blooms at Old Bolsover Yard
There's a new face to be found in the Craft Courtyard at Old Bolsover Yard as Samantha Kealey expands her business to become your local florist in the...
Council Leader pays tribute to Ken and Freda Walker
Council Leader, Steve Fritchley has said the entire community in Langwith Junction is shocked about the incidents over the weekend. Former councillor...
Bolsover TV - 14 January 2022 programme goes live
Our latest Bolsover TV programme is now live to watch and is also available on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: the council ...
Search is on for Commonwealth Games Batonbearers
Do you know somebody who is ready to step forward, make a change, and take it on? The Commonwealth Games is asking for 2,022 Batonbearers, each with ...
A38 Essential work
Highways England will be carrying out essential vegetation management work on the A38 from the A50 interchange (Toyota junction) to the M1 juncti...
Whitwell Pick n Mix resumes
The Whitwell Pick n Mix social activity hub will resume its activities from Tuesday 11 January from 10am to 12pm at Whitwell Community Centre for just...
Bolsover TV - 7 January programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: A Pa...
Bolsover's 'City Bid'
Before Christmas, Bolsover became the centre of attention on the national news as it broke that we had bid to become a city. The bid is part of a com...
Register your cause with Bolsover Community today!
Bolsover District Community Lottery is a no risk, no fees, online fundraising solution brought to you by the Council for the people of Bolsover Distri...
Name our street sweeping vehicles
Dust off your thinking caps – we are giving you the chance to name our new street sweeping vehicles. If you can do better than Sweep, Sweeping Beau...
Bolsover TV bloopers and highlights of 2021
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode we take a loo...
Fake news
We have become aware of a number of fake letters that are being distributed using letterheads, supposedly from ourselves.  When we send c...
Tourism sector urged to give views
As the tourism and hospitality sector is faced with further uncertainty following the impact of the Omicron variant, we remain committed to monitoring...
Bolsover TV - 17 December 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: The first...
Creswell is 'one in a million'
The first of one million trees has been planted at Fox Green in Creswell as part of our Community Woodlands project. Creswell is at the forefront of ...
Taxi safety reminder as Christmas approaches
People are being reminded about how to stay safe when using taxis during the festive season. We want to ensure residents get home safely over the fes...
Single Equality Scheme reviewed
We have produced our second annual review of the Single Equality Scheme review 2019-23. This review document reflects the key achievements which we fu...
Bolsover TV - 10 December programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: A local council...
Cheque presented to prize draw winner
Lucky Whitwell resident Peter Barton was presented with a cheque for £250 after his name was randomly selected from everyone who filled in one of our...
Honorary Alderman bestowed on seven former councillors
Seven former councillors of the Council, included the former Leader have received the title ‘Honorary Alderman’ for their dedication and service t...
Bolsover TV - 3 December 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: businesses in B...
Council Leader talks pollutants with local Pinxton firm
Council Leader, Cllr Steve Fritchley recently met with local Pinxton firm Microtech to talk about pollution in the village and how it can be reduced. ...
New era for wellbeing in Creswell
Work on the much anticipated multi-million pound Creswell Health and Wellbeing Centre is due to start in early 2022. Working with partners, the proje...
Blackwell Speedwatch campaign receives business support
Plans to raise awareness of speeding and traffic concerns in Blackwell Parish have received a boost as building contractor Robert Woodhead Ltd has sup...
New Wellness Hub opens its doors
We have launched a new Wellness Hub to help older adults and those living with long term health conditions exercise more. Based at our Go! Active lei...
Hilcote Christmas Lights switch on
The community came out in force at Hilcote on Saturday 27 November as they turned on their Christmas lights. Â Organised by H.E.L.P (Hilcote Envi...
Winter suspension for green bin collections
Residents across Bolsover District are being reminded that their green bin collections are now suspended during the winter months. The last green bin...
Housing Minister welcomed to Shirebrook by Council Leader
Six-months after the then Housing Minister, Robert Jenrick visited Shirebrook, Council Leader Steve Fritchley welcomed the new Housing Minister Christ...
Bolsover TV - 26 November 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Bunting and dra...
Council Leader welcomes news that eastern leg of HS2 is to be scrapped
Council Leader, Steve Fritchley has welcomed the news that the eastern leg of HS2 has been scrapped. At his inaugural meeting as Council Leader in Ma...
In need of Inspiration for Christmas?
Saturday 20 November sees the start of Christmas Shopping Events at Old Bolsover Yard. Every Saturday in the run up to Christmas a number of small bu...
Bolsover TV - 19 November programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Work is d...
Council given health and safety award
Bolsover District Council is delighted to announce they have won their second consecutive RoSPA Gold Health and Safety Award. This award is given to o...
Bolsover TV - 12 November 2021
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We visit Cres...
Councillors campaign against Universal Credit cut
Councillors and members of the community have been in Shirebrook Market Square today (5 November 2021) campaigning against the cut in Universal Credit...
Tis the season to play
Playing Bolsover District Community Lottery this Christmas could help you win in more ways than one. Not only would you be in with a chance of winnin...
Bolsover TV - 5 November programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: we ask Co...
Dog owners face fine if dog caught without a collar or microchip
Dog owners across Bolsover District are being warned about walking their dogs without a microchip or a proper collar as they could face significant fi...
Bolsover TV - 29 October programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Council L...
Party in the Dark
Females in Bolsover Parish aged 16 and over are being invited to a 'Party in the Dark' event. Funded by This Girl Can, the free event is aimed at get...
Housing landlord webinar
Housing landlords across Bolsover District are being invited to a webinar which will focus on the importance of knowing who you tenants are, who you a...
Bolsover TV - 22 October 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: An enlive...
Gym set for £500k refurbishment
The gym at our Go! Active leisure facility is to undergo a £500,000 makeover in December providing users with better and more up to date equipment. ...
Dragonfly workshops to brighten up Bolsover
Fancy having your artwork displayed in Bolsover town centre? Well, Junction Arts are staging a Dragonfly Workshop at Bolsover Library on Wednesd...
Shirebrook identified as place for new crematorium
A multi-million pound crematorium site in Shirebrook has taken a step closer to becoming reality after Bolsover District Council and Shirebrook Town C...
Bolsover TV - 15 October programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: ...
Bolsover Homes celebrates 1st anniversary
12 October 2021 marked the one-year anniversary of our ambitious Bolsover Homes new build programme. The build programme which commenced at Longcroft...
Bolsover TV - 8 October 2021 live now
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: we get an u...
Brass Bands are Back - Watch it Live!
Bandrooms and Concert Halls across the world have been silent for over a year, as brass bands like other musical ensembles followed the government gui...
Bolsover TV - 1 October 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: the Counc...
National Customer Service Week
National Customer Service Week takes place from 4 to 8 October 2021 and aims to celebrate customer service in organisations. As part of the week...
£5k grant to help get women and girls active
It’s party time for the girls and women in Whitwell as together with Whitwell Parish Council, we have been awarded £5,000 to help them become more ...
Do you want to be a 'pilot'?
Could you lend a hand to older people… and get that feel-good factor as well? We are on the look-out for volunteers to become ‘pilots’ for our ...
NHS waiting times survey
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many people having their operations, treatment and appointments delayed. A record number of people - more than 5...
Bolsover TV - 24 September programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: 19 new propertie...
Taxi licensing policy consultation
We are consulting on our Draft Taxi Licensing Policy. In July 2020 the Department for Transport issued their revised Statutory Taxi and Private ...
Bolsover TV - 17 September programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: Planning permiss...
19 new council properties for Whaley Thorns receive planning approval
Nineteen new council properties are set to be built in Whaley Thorns after they received planning permission. The planning committee approved the app...
£700k investment in sports pitch receives planning approval
Plans to build a brand new state of the art full size 3G pitch at the Go! Active leisure facility in Clowne have taken one step closer to becoming rea...
Bolsover TV 10th September programme is live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: We talk to Counc...
Bolsover TV - 3 September 2021 programme is live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: The Winter famil...
Roofer fined for fly tipped waste
The owner of a roofing business has been ordered to pay £1,809 by Chesterfield Magistrates Court after waste was found fly tipped in Stainsby which w...
Bolsover Homes scheme is gathering pace
Seven new homes have been built as part of our Bolsover Homes scheme, bringing the total to 16 in the space of 11 months. The new properties are on a...
Bolsover TV - 27 August 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: Another seven ho...
£200 fine for discarded waste
A £200 fixed penalty notice has been paid by a householder for a waste offence. In July 2021 our enforcement team found evidence in the discarded wa...
Book your summer adventure today
There are still places available for children to experience a Summer Adventure and enjoy the thrills and spills of outdoor life on Pleasley Vale Outdo...
Pinxton Fun Day
Pinxton Parish Council are holding a Fun Day on Sunday 5 September 2021 to help bring the community back together again and bring a bit of cheer to th...
Bolsover TV - 20 August 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: children in Doe ...
Vaccine walk-in – Shirebrook on Saturday 21 August
DCHS is offering a walk-in Covid vaccination service – no appointments necessary – for anyone who is 16 or over, this Saturday at Shirebrook Healt...
Bolsover TV - 13 August 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: the council are ...
Bolsover District Active Travel Survey
The Bolsover District Active Travel Survey aims to build an overall picture of the travel habits and needs of our community so that we can help keep B...
Bolsover Brass Festival to take place
The popular Bolsover Festival of Brass Entertainment Championships will go ahead as planned on Sunday 3 October 2021 at the new venue of Shirebrook Ac...
Bolsover TV - 6 August programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: A new community ...
£900k to make more council properties energy efficient
We are investing £900k to provide external wall insulation (EWI) for nearly 100 of our properties. As part of our commitment to providing a good qua...
Pinxton to host flowerpot festival
Fantastic flowerpot sculptures are set to adorn homes, gardens and streets in Pinxton as we are staging a Flowerpot Festival in the village this Septe...
Led Bike Rides
To help you keep fit and healthy and lead an active lifestyle we are putting on some led bike rides. The bike rides will take in some of the wonderfu...
Bolsover TV - 30 July 2021 programme live now
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode:  We speak to Counci...
Bolsover TV - 23 July programme is live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: A part of Blackwell is...
Latest Bolsover Homes properties in Whitwell completed
Progress on our multi-million pound Bolsover Homes scheme is picking up pace as another five new properties have been handed over to us. What was an ...
Heat-wave warning
Public Health England has today issued a heat-health alert as the Met Office forecasts high temperatures for the coming weekend. Remember: Check on ...
Outdoor thrills and spills this summer
Experience a Summer Adventure and enjoy the thrills and spills of outdoor life as Pleasley Vale Outdoor Activity Centre is now taking bookings for its...
Walk-in Covid jabs available at Shirebrook
Due to the low take up of jabs in the Shirebrook area, Shirebrook Leisure Centre will be offering walk-ins on Friday 23, Saturday 24 July and Sun...
Bolsover TV - 16 July 2021
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: We visit the late...
Bolsover TV - 9 July programme is live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: Th...
Covid-19 Scam Alert
A number of Derbyshire residents have reported receiving a scam text message inviting them to apply for Covid-19 passports. The NHS vaccine pass, whi...
Council is investing in leisure for the future
We are rolling out a programme to develop the leisure, recreation and play facilities across Bolsover District. We have a wealth of experience and ex...
Play today and WIN a stay with Bolsover Lottery!
Sign up to our Bolsover District Community Lottery to support local causes for just £1 per ticket and be in with a chance of winning a Luxury Forest ...
Landlord Webinar - Changes to EPC legislation
We are staging another landlord webinar to talk about the changes to EPCÂ (Energy Performance Certificates) legislation and how this affects priva...
Sites wanted to help drive economic and environmental improvement
We have announced a ‘call for sites’ to landowners and other stakeholders to help us identify possible locations for development and environmental...
Remembering Srebrenica
This year marks the 26th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, in which over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were murdered in the w...
Bolsover TV - 2 July 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: Ou...
Council leader and business entrepreneur share a vision
Steve Fritchley, Leader of Bolsover District Council met with Sarah Smith from Old Bolsover Yard and Visit Bolsover recently to discuss the developmen...
Team responsible for cleaning our streets receives high praise
Our street cleansing service has been recognised as one of the best performing in the country for keeping the area clean and tidy. We have been named...
Barlborough opens its gardens as part of national scheme
Barlborough has been part of the National Garden Scheme Open Gardens event for a while now but they had to take a year off in 2020 due to the pandemic...
Brian Holland's memory lives on
A trophy dedicated to the memory of a local legend in Doe Lea and Glapwell, Brian Holland was won for the first time by Chesterfield Juniors in a pena...
Bolsover TV - 25 June 2021 programme live now
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: Gardeners in Barlb...
Clowne Parish Church celebrates organist’s 60 years of service
St John the Baptist Parish Church in Clowne is having a special celebration this Sunday 27 June for their Patronal Festival. Mr Arthur Stamper, the c...
We are helping to kickstart the careers of young people
Two events aimed at helping 16-24 year olds gain valuable work experience are being launched by us, in partnership with North East Derbyshire District...
Bolsover TV - 18 June 2021 programme is live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: A campaign to bring ba...
Wheely great fun at Shirebrook bike club
Children and young people in Shirebrook can get active whilst learning as the town’s BLAST organisation are running a new bike club in the grounds o...
Applications for tourism awards set to open
Following a challenging year for the tourism and hospitality industry there will be a cause for celebration when applications for the Peak District &a...
New taskforce to look at developing Bolsover town
On Friday 11 June 2021, Council Leader Steve Fritchley joined the first meeting of the Bolsover high street taskforce, along with other stakeholders a...
A38 bridge repairs
Repainting work on a fire-damaged bridge on the Alfreton Road bridge over the A38 northbound carriageway at Broadmeadows, Alfreton is due to be carrie...
Six littering penalty notices issued
Our environmental enforcement officers have been out and about in Bolsover town centre. They have been carrying out litter patrols and during the las...
Rural hardship fund
A Rural Hardship Fund has been launched by Rural Action Derbyshire. The fund provides one-off small grants of up £250 to people in rural areas who ha...
Bolsover TV - 11 June 2021 programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: the Council launch the...
Blood donors wanted
As Covid-19 restrictions may be lifted in the coming weeks, NHS Blood and Transplant are looking for people to donate blood at local blood donor sessi...
Consultation on emotional wellbeing of young people
Projects, schemes and organisations that work to improve the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people in the Bolsover and NE Derbys...
Flower pot fun to return to Palterton
Following the success of the inaugural Palterton Flower Pot Festival, the zany and whacky creations will return to the village this July. The village...
Latest Bolsover TV programme goes live
The latest programme on our Bolsover TV channel has gone live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this episode: We speak to a resident...
Council Leader welcomes First Homes Scheme launch in Shirebrook
Council Leader, Steve Fritchley welcomed Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick to Shirebrook on Friday 4 June as the First Homes scheme was launched in the...
‘Vision Bolsover’ an invite to invest in the District
We have launched a new prospectus that sets out our ambitions to help secure partnership and investment across Bolsover District. The prospectus – ...
Youth engagement through the pandemic
More than 3,000 young people across Bolsover District received advice and help from our Extreme Outreach service during 2020. Extreme Outreach is an ...
Latest new homes completed as part of £36million project
The £36million Bolsover Homes project to build four hundred Council houses over the next four years continues with the completion of three more prope...
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