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Chewing gum lands litter lout with £100 fine
A £100 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) has been paid for a littering offence in Bolsover. During a routine patrol of the District, one of our Enforcement...

Autumn walks at Hardwick
As autumn is here, what better way to enjoy the spectacle of golden colours on display than a walk. And Hardwick Hall and Park is the perfect p...

Bolsover TV - 15 September 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV (opens in a new window) is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo (opens in a new window) channel. In this w...

£25k loan will bring £300k into the District
We have agreed to provide a loan of £25,000 to Platform Thirty1 (opens in a new window) that will see an additional £300,000 being invested in ...

Council performing well when dealing with complaints
We have received a clean bill of health from the Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman (opens in a new window) (LGSCO). The LGSCO sent th...

£250 winner on our lottery scheme
Bolsover District Community Lottery (opens in a new window) has celebrated another win, after a supporter of the central Bolsover District Commun...

Bolsover TV - 8 September 2023
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£37k for local groups and organisations
Community groups and organisations across Bolsover District could benefit from a new grant scheme approved by us. Each of our 37 councillors will rec...

Bin collection satisfaction levels increasing
There are two things you can guarantee people in the UK will moan about and that is the weather and their bins! But here in Bolsover District, that i...

Win IKEA Voucher in lottery Super Draw
Sign up and support a good cause today through the Bolsover District Community Lottery (opens in a new window) and not only will you be in with the ...

Bolsover TV - 1 September 2023
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Problem property boarded up in Creswell
We have obtained a court order to board up a Council house in Creswell where drug related activity and anti-social behaviour persisted. The Closure O...

Bolsover TV - 25 August 2023
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Bolsover TV - 18 August 2023
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Registration opens for new Balanceability course
Do you want to help your child learn to ride on a balance bike? Or is your child stuck on stabilisers and you want to support them to ride independent...

Bolsover TV - 11 August 2023
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Demolition works to start on Blackwell estate
We have agreed to start work on demolishing 20 bungalows on Woburn Close in Blackwell. The bungalows have been vacated and will make way for a brand ...

Bolsover TV - 4 August 2023
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Shirebrook resident pays £200 FPN
A resident in Shirebrook has paid a £200 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) after their waste was found fly tipped on Wood Lane. Our officers gathered evide...

Shirebrook Market Place set to be REimaged
We have approved a proposal to make Shirebrook Market Place the retail beating heart of the town and a space that is better used and more frequently v...

Bolsover TV - 28 July 2023
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Bolsover TV - 21 July 2023
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Residents' magazine to hit doormats
The July issue of our residents' magazine InTouch, will be landing on your door mat from Monday 24 July 2023. This issue covers stories from across t...

Bolsover TV - 14 July 2023
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Grants available to help community groups
Grants are being made available for local community or voluntary groups in Bolsover District to help them develop community facilities and activi...

Have your say on Tenant Engagement Strategy
Over the last few months, we have been busy developing our Tenant Engagement Strategy in partnership with tenants, councillors and officers. The stra...

Bolsover TV - 7 July 2023
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Bolsover TV - 30 June 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We find out more about how the...

Fly-tipped waste in Astwith traced back to Edwinstowe
We are continuing to clamp-down on environmental crime as we have issued another £200 fixed penalty notice (FPN) for fly-tipping in Astwith. Fly-tip...

We're awarded top prize at Royal Town Planning Institute Awards
We have been unveiled as a winner in the Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) East Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence. We won the ‘Best Pl...

Sweet Aroma win cleaning contract
We are continuing to set high standards for our properties after we recently agreed to spend £30,000 per year on a new cleaning contract. Our Execut...

£250 winner on Bolsover District Community Lottery
Bolsover District Community Lottery (opens in a new window) has celebrated another win, after a supporter of The Tom Henson charity won £250. S...

Bolsover TV - 23 June 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We find out more about plans t...

£9million development set for Blackwell
We are set to spend £9million on redeveloping Woburn House and the nearby bungalows in Blackwell after planning permission was approved. The p...

Fly-tipper targeting Shirebrook area
Residents in and around Shirebrook are urged to be aware of a waste collector, collecting waste and then dumping it illegally. We are investigating s...

Be Cancer SAFE
Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and affects 1 in every 15 males and 1 in every 18 females. The disease is treatable and curabl...

Sheffield business fined for fly-tipping in Stainsby
A Sheffield business owner has paid a £300 fixed penalty notice for fly-tipping in Bolsover District. On 10 November 2022, our officers were o...

Bolsover TV - 16 June 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We speak to some n...

Visit Bolsover Market
Bolsover is probably most famous for its Castle, standing high on the hill dominating the valley below. But there is another important element to the...

Bolsover TV - 9 June 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We celebrate Volunte...

Bolsover TV - 2 June 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Councillor Stev...

Bolsover TV - 26 May 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Work is progressing ...

Fly-tipping in Shirebrook
We are appealing for witnesses to some fly-tipping. The fly-tipping is believed to have taken place on or around 17 May 2023 and was found on W...

Leader names his ‘Cabinet’
Councillor Steve Fritchley has been re-elected as Leader of the Council and took no time at all in naming his new Cabinet as he looks to continue the ...

Pinxton man’s shed lands him with £1,200 fine
A homeowner in Pinxton has been ordered to pay £1,243 by Chesterfield Magistrates Court for not complying with a Planning Contravention Notice (PCN) ...

Bolsover TV - 19 May 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: two funding sch...

Resident hit with £100 fine for fly-tipping
A resident has paid a £100 fixed penalty notice (FPN) for leaving household waste next to a commercial bin at Shirebrook Marketplace. Local business...

Grants of up to £10,000 to help local business
We have launched two grant schemes aimed at supporting existing businesses whilst also giving new businesses that all-important helping hand as they s...

Bolsover TV - 12 May 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, Council Leader, Coun...

New 3G pitch unveiled in Pinxton
A brand new 3G pitch in Pinxton has officially been unveiled. Provided by Pinxton Parish Council, the new £100,000 facility is located on the Miners...

Bolsover TV - 5 May 2023 programme goes live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, the first phase of a...

New Heritage and Wellbeing centre opens in Creswell
A brand new multi-million pound heritage and wellbeing facility, officially opened its doors in Creswell. The £3million centre boasts a two court ba...

Rural businesses and communities encouraged to explore growth potential
We are continuing to invest in our businesses and communities as we are making £427,884 available as part of a Rural Fund Grant Scheme. The Rural Fu...

Help with your TV Licence
The Simple Payment Plan was created for those in financial difficulty. Qualifying customers can choose from either a fortnightly or monthly payment p...

Clowne restaurant giving a fresh take on fast food
A brand new restaurant has recently opened in Clowne, offering locals and visitors a fresh take on fast food. Located on Mill Street in the town...

Roll up, roll up with Bolsover Castle Bowling Club
The town of Bolsover is probably most famous for its Castle. Sat, perched high on the hilltop overlooking the valley below, it dominates the skyline a...

Bolsover TV - 28 April 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, we talk to two new t...

Bolsover TV - 21 April 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, preparations for the...

Recycle your paper directly in the burgundy bin
Residents are being reminded to put their paper recycling directly into their burgundy bin and not to use the caddy or hessian bag any more. Since th...

Shirebrook butterflies need you
We all know the importance of bees and how they help pollinate flowers, fruit and vegetables. But did you know butterflies are just as important? Th...

Bolsover TV - 14 April 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, a £4million council...

Pinxton group helping those with Dementia
Pinxton's 'Singing for the Brain’ group is going from strength-to-strength and is attracting more people to every session. Held every two...

Second orchard in as many weeks planted in district
Our Community Woodlands Scheme is gathering pace as another orchard has recently been planted. On the back of the recent orchard planted at south Str...

Bolsover TV - 6 April 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, school children from...

Rogue landlord given prison sentence
A rogue landlord has been sentenced to 10-months in prison at Chesterfield Crown Court on Monday 3 April 2023 for the state of his properties on the W...

Bolsover TV - 31 March 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, South Normanton resi...

Council urges people to donate unwanted furniture
We are supporting two charities to help unwanted furniture find new homes. We are passionate about helping our residents find ways of saving money an...

Bolsover TV - 24 March 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, We have teamed up wi...

£4million contract to improve council homes
We are continuing to invest in our properties after we recently agreed to spend £4million on a new roofing replacement contract. Our Executive agree...

Bolsover TV - 17 March 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, Children in Creswell...

Green bin collections to start again
Households across Bolsover District are being reminded that their green bin collections are due to start again from week commencing 20 March 2023. Th...

Bolsover groups receive £2,450
Two local Bolsover organisations have benefited from the generosity of their local councillors as they received a total of £2,450. Councillors Nick ...

Bolsover TV - 10 March 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode, the finishing t...

Take advantage of our exclusive membership
Families and households can benefit from an exciting and exclusive membership offer for our Go! Active leisure facility. Called ‘Household Membersh...

Charities receive cheques from Council Chair
Two local charities have benefitted from the generosity of our Council’s Chair, Councillor Tom Munro. Every year, the Council Chair chooses differe...

Recycling changes after an 88% reduction in paper waste
We are continuing to make improvements to your burgundy bin recycling scheme for the benefit of you, our residents. In 2021 we rescued the burgundy b...

Bolsover TV - 3 March 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: the Council is ...

Bolsover TV - 24 February 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: We urge residen...

Dropped litter lands driver with £100 FPN
A £100 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) has been paid for a littering offence in Clowne. During a routine patrol of the District, one of our Enforcement O...

Bolsover TV - 17 February 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's programme: The Council r...

£1.9m grant to help businesses and people
We have received £1.9m over three years from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). All areas of the UK are receiving an allocation from the £2.6bi...

Visitor issued with £200 FPN
During a routine patrol of the District, a member of our Environmental Health Enforcement Team found evidence of fly tipped waste on Station Road, Shi...

Nature recovery prioritised at council summit
Groups and organisations from across Bolsover District came together on Friday 10 February 2023 to pledge making Local Nature Recovery a priority. We...

Bolsover TV - 10 February 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's programme: Council Leade...

Dream of Fields Comes True for Charity
Stainsby Folk Group, the charity behind Stainsby Festival, have announced that its long running Dream of Fields Appeal has been successful. After eigh...

Bolsover TV - 3 February 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's programme: we visit a Wa...

Two Fixed Penalty Notices issued
We have issued two Fixed Penalty Notices (FPN) for littering in the District. The first was to a resident local to Clowne, who has paid a £100 Fixed...

Council formally agrees new development company
At our Council meeting today (Wednesday 1 February 2023), councillors agreed to formally establish a wholly owned development company, to help provide...

Bolsover TV - 27 January 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's programme: council offic...

New programme of support for creative sector businesses across Derbyshire
Creative businesses across the East Midlands can now apply for a free programme of support to accelerate business growth, create jobs, and prepare...

Bolsover TV - 20 January 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Creswell re...

CCTV in taxis to keep residents safe
Taxis in Bolsover District will be required to have working CCTV in their vehicles. We are rolling out the measures for taxis licensed in this area o...

We are 'disappointed' with funding rejection
‘To say we are disappointed is an understatement’ was the underlying feeling from Bolsover District Council’s Leader as he received the news tha...

Vehicle driver hit with £150 fine
A £150 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) has been issued in Shirebrook today (17 January 2023) for littering. The driver of a vehicle was witnessed by one ...

Trees planted as part of Queen’s Green Canopy
Council officials have planted three trees received as a gift from The Queen’s Green Canopy in memory of her late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. The ...

Bolsover TV - 13 January 2023 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: a £5millio...

Bolsover TV - 6 January 2023
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: make walkin...

NHS pressures
The Derbyshire health and social care system has been under sustained and significant pressure over the Christmas bank holiday period and this continu...

Bolsover TV - 22 December Christmas programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode we take a...

Unfreeze/Unblock your boiler in cold weather
During cold snaps your Worcester boiler may not work due to frozen external pipes. If you are a Council tenant and experience a flashing blue light o...

Christmas presents donated to those in need
We have been working with Frasers Group to distribute a huge amount of wrapped presents to those most in need. The presents where bought persona...

Bolsover TV - 16 December 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: we receive ...

Congratulations to Autosupplies
We recently visited Autosupplies in Bolsover who were nominated for IAAF Car Manufacturer of the Year. And we are delighted to announce they have won...

Council adopts new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy
At an Executive meeting held on 5 December 2022, councillors approved a new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, setting out our vision for tackl...

Councillors vote against Combined County Authority proposals
At a recent Council meeting, councillors overwhelmingly agreed to write to the local MP and the ‘Levelling Up’ Minister voicing their opposition t...

Bolsover TV - 9 December 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: We speak to Councillo...

Council set to introduce new Charter
We have recently agreed to introduce a Charter banning the use of Sky Lanterns and Helium Balloons on council-owned land. Balloons and sky lanterns p...

Council tackling ‘Perfect Storm’ of housing issues
We are tackling what is described as ‘The Perfect Storm’ of housing issues. Not enough housing, the cost of living crisis, landlords using Sectio...

Supporting vulnerable households
We have agreed to spend up to one hundred and fourteen thousand pounds to help vulnerable households struggling with housing costs. The money has bee...

Community Outreach staff member receives praise
Emma Kendall from our Environmental Health service has received a wonderful compliment from a local resident recently. Emma works as a Community...

Possible Scam in Newton
We have received information about a possible scam in Newton. An elderly lady from the village has contacted us to say that two men who claimed to be...

Bolsover TV - 2 December 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: we talk to ...

Happy 100th birthday Doris
On 25 November, Doris Gosden from Tibshelf celebrated her 100th birthday! Doris has lived in the village for most of her life and has a son, daughter...

£100 FPN for dropped cigarette
A resident local to Clowne has paid a £100 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) for littering. The resident was seen depositing a cigarette end on the floor b...
Council Leader speaks out about devolution deal
Council Leader, Councillor Steve Fritchley is urging local residents to be cautious and express their honest views when completing a survey about the ...

Bolsover TV - 25 November 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We look back at a yea...

Bolsover TV - 18 November 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We look at common recycling mi...

Bolsover TV - 11 November 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: we set up a wholly ow...

Multi-million pound refurb planned for Pinxton’s Jubilee Court
Residents of the Jubilee Court Independent Living accommodation in Pinxton have received the welcoming news we are investing £2.85million into their ...

Council staff get knitting for local communities
Our staff are doing their bit for local residents this winter as they are knitting blankets to help keep people warm. With the rising costs of even t...

Bolsover TV - 4 November 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 council announce ...

Council sets up new development company
Councillors have wholeheartedly agreed to establish a wholly owned development company, following the collapse of their preferred contractor Woodhead ...

Streetscene team nominated for four awards
We have been nominated in the ‘Most Improved’ and ‘Best Performer’ Finalist Awards categories for Street Cleansing Services and Refuse Team as...

Abandoned vehicle owner hit with FPN
A Bolsover resident who abandoned their car on Council land has been hit with a £200 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN). The resident paid the FPN, plus £9...

Bolsover woman turns passion into business
It is estimated that around 1.75m tonnes of clothing and textile waste is created in the UK each year and around 1.2m tonnes of it ends up in landfill...

Clowne business owner issued with FPN
A business owner in Clowne has paid a £300 Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) for failing to ensure they had appropriate arrangements in place for their comm...

Bolsover TV - 28 October 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: eligible households a...

Digital Connect scheme launched
It is estimated 11.7 million, some 22 per cent of people in the UK, are without the digital skills needed for everyday life. Digital access and skill...

The Cottage Kitties need you!
The Cottage Kitties in Shirebrook is a cat rescue with a difference. The ethos behind the sanctuary isn’t to rescue unwanted cats and rehome them, i...

Man found guilty of murdering Freda Walker
The jury in the case for Ken and Freda Walker who were attacked in their Langwith Junction home on 14 January 2022 has returned a verdict. After just...

Come and learn about our recycling schemes
Do you want to find out what can and cannot be recycled in your burgundy bin? Do you want more information on the recycling initiatives that take pla...

Two fixed penalty notices issued
We are continuing our clamp down on environmental enforcement after two fixed penalty notices were issued and paid in Bolsover. The first was for £1...

Bolsover TV - 21 October 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: we talk to the founde...

Latest InTouch magazine to hit your door mats
The October issue of our residents' magazine InTouch, will be landing on your door mat from Monday 24 October 2022. This issue covers stories from ac...

Bolsover TV - 14 October 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: A new fitness facilit...

Coffee Brook re-opening
The Coffee Brook based in Shirebrook is set to re-open on Wednesday 19 October 2022. The first fifty people through the door will receive a free Broo...

Tibshelf set to welcome new gym
A new fitness facility is set to open next week in Tibshelf. Together with Staffa healthcare, we are providing cardiovascular and resistance equipmen...

Bolsover TV - 7 October 2022
On this week's episode of Bolsover TV: A new Crematorium facility is to be built in Shirebrook Fiver Fest returns to Bolsover again Children in ...

Bolsover TV - 30 September programme is live now
On this week's episode of Bolsover TV: We speak to Council Leaders about the steps they are taking to ensure developments are not abandoned followi...

Bolsover TV - 23 September 2022 is live now
In this week's episode of Bolsover TV: We look back at the council's tributes to HM The Queen Residents of Creswell are asked how they use their v...

Council steps in to deliver building contracts
We have today announced that we will be taking over a number of building contracts after the contractor we used went into administration. Woodhead Co...

The Proclamation of King Charles III
Throughout the weekend we will see several Proclamations of King Charles III. The Bolsover District Proclamation will take place on Sunday 11 Septemb...

Queen Elizabeth II
Joint statement on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II – Council Leader Councillor Steve Fritchley, Chairman of Bolsover District Council, Councillor...

Visitor receives £65 FPN for littering
A visitor to Clowne has paid a £65 Fixed Penalty Notice for littering. The person was witnessed by one of our enforcement officers throwing a cigare...

Bolsover TV - 2 September 2022 programme is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this week's episode: An event is being hel...

Council toughens stance on environmental crime
We are increasing our fixed penalty amounts for dropping litter and fly tipping as we get tough on environmental crime. From 1 September 2022, people...
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