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£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 have benefi...
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...
Severe weather forecast
The Met Office have issued a severe weather warning from midnight Wednesday 8 March to Friday 10 March, for spells of snow and icy patches which may c...
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...
Government introduces photo ID for elections
The Government have changed how you can vote. For the first time, residents will need to show photographic ID to vote at this year’s ...
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...
Public Spaces Protection Order Consultation
Bolsover District Council is reviewing the need for a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) of Footpath 18 (rear of Sookholme Road, Shirebrook). A PS...
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...
Holocaust Memorial Day
A day of remembrance will take place to honour those murdered in the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. Holocaust Memorial Day takes place on 27 Jan...
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. Bolsover District Council is rolling out the measures for taxis l...
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...
Creswell residents urged to plan village's future
Creswell residents can plan their own future through new technology Residents in Creswell are being given the opportunity to imagine how any addition...
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...
Santa tours Clowne
Clowne welcomed Santa in his fire engine on Sunday 18 December. Santa toured the town with the firefighters and Welephant giving our selection boxes ...
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...
Dangers of frozen water
Every year children are at risk when they are tempted to play on the ice formed on open waters and adults and themselves at risk as they&nbs...
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 Councillor Mary ...
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...
Have your say on community safety
Our Bolsover Community Safety Partnership needs your views and opinions on community safety in your area. We would like you to inform us on what matt...
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...
Christmas celebrations aplenty
Christmas celebrations have been in full swing across Bolsover District recently. Pinxton had a Christmas Fayre on Saturday 3 December at the V...
Cold weather alert issued by UKHSA
With low temperatures and potentially severe overnight frosts forecast across all parts of England from Wednesday, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHS...
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...
Fire service consultation opens
Have your say in the Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service consultation on 'Our Plan 2023-2026' and Budget 2023-2024. Fire and Rescue Services hav...
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...
Win a £1,000 John Lewis Voucher this Christmas!
Christmas is on the horizon, and we’ve got the perfect prize to fill you full of holiday cheer - on Saturday 17 December, one lucky supporter of our...
Bolsover TV - 18 November 2022
The latest episode of Bolsover TVÂ is live now and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: We look at common recycling mi...
UK wide Veteran's Survey
Hearing from our veteran community is vital and that is why the government has launched a UK-wide Veterans’ Survey. This is the first-ever exerci...
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 ...
Shirebrook’s future is up, up and away
Residents in Shirebrook are being given the chance to have another look at what the Growth Plan could offer for the town - and this time in glorious v...
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...
Bolsover: ‘A Gem of a Place’ exhibition
Bolsover Civic Society is staging a free exhibition titled Bolsover: ‘A Gem of a Place’ Discover Your Town at Bolsover Library on F...
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 Lantern Parade workshops
The Bolsover Lantern Parade attracts thousands of residents and visitors who flock to the town to see the wonderful home-made lanterns as they are par...
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...
Help plant 10,000 trees for Creswell's Community Woodland
We are offering local community groups, schools and businesses the opportunity to take part in a Woodland Creation Experience Day on Thursday 3 N...
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 acr...
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 weeks' episode: A new fitness facilit...
Win a WHEELIE Great Prize
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...
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 ...
Glapwell set to host Ploughing Championship
Glapwell will become the site of the National British Ploughing Championships for 2022. Around 230 of the best ploughmen and ploughwomen in the count...
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 weeks' episode: An event is being hel...
New technology will give you a vision of the future
Residents in Shirebrook are being given the opportunity to imagine how any growth in the town could look via an exciting and innovative new digital pl...
A38 essential vegetation management work
Highways England will be carrying out essential vegetation management work on the A38 from the A50 interchange (Toyota junction) to the M1 junction 28...
Bolsover TV - 26 August 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: the Council is invest...
Bolsover’s formidable females
Bolsover’s formidable females of the past are set to inspire future generations. One of the most ambitious projects in Bolsover’s recent history ...
Bolsover TV - 19 August episode is live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this weeks' episode: Bolsover town could s...
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...
New CCTV system for Bolsover District
We are investing £200,000 into providing CCTV across the District. The initial 12-month trial will see a central CCTV monitoring suite established, ...
The Langwith Show is looking for the best crafters and home bakers
Could you be the next Linda Skeens? Dig up your most unusually shaped carrots and get baking your best Battenberg because Langwith Show is back...
Council submits £14.2 million bid to ‘Levelling Up’ fund
We have submitted a £14.2million bid to the Government’s ‘Levelling Up’ fund to help regenerate and breathe new life into Bolsover Town Centre....
Bolsover TV - 12 August episode goes live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this weeks' episode: 80 more council prope...
‘Rogue and cavalier’ landlord prosecuted
A local landlord has pleaded guilty of four counts of breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order and told to expect to pay a significant amount of compensat...
Do your employees need 'Face Fit' testing?
We are now able to offer qualitative 'face fit' testing to your employees by fully accredited Fit2Fit face fit testers. What is qualitative face fit ...
Council receives hat-trick of health and safety awards
We have been awarded our third consecutive RoSPA Gold Health and Safety Award. The award is given to organisations who work hard to ensure all staff,...
Cuppa with a Copper
Come to Bolsover Contact Centre on Thursday 25 August and say hello to the Bolsover Safer Neighbourhood Team. The Cuppa with a Copper initi...
Free webinar to help keep your community building's energy bills in check
Utility Aid is holding a free webinar to help village and community hall managers understand issues leading to higher energy bills and offer advice on...
Plea to prevent exploding rubbish
We are urging residents not to put used gas canisters in their household waste bin. Even when emptied these canisters can contain explosive material ...
Fly tipper fined
A Sutton-in-Ashfield resident has paid a £200 fixed penalty notice for dumping bags in Hardstoft. One of our Enforcement Officers retrieved evidence...
Bolsover TV - 5 August 2022 is live now
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. On this weeks' episode: We speak to Councillor Dunca...
Free summer holiday drop in session at Fox Green
Tuesdays until 23 August, 10am to 12pm Come and learn more about the Fox Green project and take part in activities such as arts and crafts, story-tel...
Woodlands project - Environmental Awareness Days
Our Bolsover Community Woodlands Project is offering free places on an Outdoor Activities and Environmental Awareness Day at Pleasley Vale Activities ...
Bolsover TV - 29 July 2022 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 learn about plans to ins...
Brass on the Grass success
Hundreds of people attended the recent 'Brass on the Grass' in Barlborough. Staged on Slayley Green in the village on Saturday 16 July, the crowds we...
Bolsover District awarded £173k from Safer Streets Fund
We are set to see £173,000 being spent on protecting the vulnerable in our society and providing activities for young people to enjoy across Bolsover...
Activities to help celebrate 'Love Parks' week
To celebrate Love Parks Week we have put together a week of activities to take place in Hornscroft Park, Bolsover. Mon 25 July, 10-2pm -&...
Bolsover TV - 22 July episode 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 talk to ...
Barlborough flower festival and summer evening concert
St James Church Barlborough usually celebrates its Festival of St James every year with a flower festival. After a two year hiatus they are delighted ...
Bolsover TV - 15 July episode 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: a series of...
Heatwave - how to cope in hot weather
With the UK in the midst of a heatwave, which is due to continue into next week, please make sure you know how to cope in the hot weather by reading t...
Dumped conifers land property landlord a £200 fine
A local housing landlord has paid a £200 fixed penalty notice for fly-tipping. The landlord cut back some conifer trees at one of their pr...
Scam relating to 'Cost of Living' crisis
There is a supposed scam circulating relating to the Cost of Living Crisis payments and the first payments which are imminent. Scammers are contact...
Have a 'Summer Adventure'
Youngsters can have a Summer Adventure during the school holidays as they enjoy a range of activities at Pleasley Vale Outdoor Activity Centre. From ...
Newton Carnival 2022
Take a look back at the highlights of the 2022 Newton Carnival. From the parade of floats to the fairground rides and from the marching bands to the ...
Bolsover TV - 8 July 2022 programme goes live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Work starts...
Work starts on new bungalows for Shirebrook
We have started work on a new development to build up to 28 bungalows in Shirebrook to help meet local need. The development is the latest phase of o...
Roadshows tour Bolsover District
We are hosting a series of roadshows across the District to help coincide with Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) week and raise awareness of what is being d...
Have your say on levelling up Bolsover
Come and have your say in our £20million bid for improving Bolsover Town Centre. You may be aware that the Government is inviting Levelling Up fundi...
Cost of living advice
Rising goods and energy costs, inflation and cost of living pressures are affecting millions of people and we know people are worried. See what suppor...
Bolsover TV - 1 July episode goes live
The latest episode of Bolsover TV is now live and can also be viewed on our Vimeo channel. In this week's episode: Shirebrook ...
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...
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? Monkeypo...
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...
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...
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