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Latest Chesterfield council news, planning applications, housing proposals, public-service decisions and regeneration updates.
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Chesterfield's Remembrance Sunday takes place 8 November with a service at St Mary and All Saints' Church, town centre parade, and wreath laying at the…
Read the full story →Chesterfield Council seeks views on renewing the town centre Public Spaces Protection Order for three more years after incidents of anti-social behaviour…
Chesterfield community groups can apply for grants up to £750 to set up or run warm and welcoming spaces this winter. Deadline 30 October.
Tipi Christmas is returning to New Square in Chesterfield from 12 November to 31 December 2026, offering seasonal drinks and festive atmosphere.
Chesterfield Borough Council is running free and low-cost activities across parks, leisure centres and the town centre during October half term,…
Staveley Town Deal Board has allocated £60,000 in returned funding to improve High Street, Church Street and strengthen links to Chesterfield Canal.
Chesterfield residents can win two tickets to Beauty and the Beast pantomime by completing a town centre survey. Closes 5pm Friday 23 October.
Chesterfield's refurbished theatre 1435 launches new 2027 season with Twelve Angry Men, Beauty and the Beast pantomime, and comedy shows now on sale.
Chesterfield's new three-day Christmas Market runs 20–22 November with food stalls, artisan goods and entertainment. Lights Switch-On on 22 November…
Santa's Grotto opens in New Square, Chesterfield from 27 November to Christmas Eve. Book tickets now for visits with gifts, photos and dog-friendly…
Chesterfield Borough Council fined a local letting agent £8,600 for breaching the Renters' Rights Act, including issuing illegal fixed-term tenancies and…
Chesterfield Borough Council publishes climate progress report highlighting housing upgrades, electric vehicles and £179,586 in community grants.
Chesterfield Borough Council launches Total Mobile on 26 August, giving tenants text and email updates about repair appointments and operative arrival…
Barrow Hill Memorial Hall has reopened following major refurbishment, now featuring a community pantry, café, family hub, and health services for village…
Councillor Barry Dyke and Marie Dyke have presented £10,347 to Poolsbrook Social Welfare Centre and Chesterfield Royal Hospital Trust Charity, raised…
Chesterfield Council services close on Monday 31 August for the summer bank holiday. Bin collections move to Saturday 29 August. Town Hall and Customer…
Government approves two new unitary councils for Derbyshire. Chesterfield will be part of the north Derbyshire council, subject to Parliamentary approval.
Ringwood BMX Track has reopened following a £150,000 refurbishment. An open celebration takes place on 26 July with free sessions, music, stalls and food…
Dr Huw Bowen, former chief executive of Chesterfield Borough Council, has been awarded the Freedom of the Borough — the council's highest honour — after…
The Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe) has officially opened in Barrow Hill, offering training, research facilities and commercial…