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Entries now open for Dronfield in Bloom
If you're proud of your garden then entries are now open for the annual Dronfield in Bloom competition. There are five categories to entry as follows;
- Best front garden
- Best front garden tubs and planters
- Best front garden hanging baskets
- Best Nursing Homes in Bloom
- Best Business in Bloom
A copy of the entry form can be found on page 28 of the latest issue of the Dronfield Eye or can be downloaded... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 20 Jun 2019 10:25 by Jo Mitchell
Derbyshire County Council unveil their Climate & Carbon Reduction Manifesto
Derbyshire County Council have unveiled their Derbyshire Climate and Carbon Reduction Manifesto and pledged that they will do all they can to reduce their carbon footprint, cut waste and work with partners, businesses and communities to reduce emissions and improve the environment.
They plan to call on the Government to ensure the necessary policies, legislation and investments are in place so it can... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 7 Jun 2019 12:36 by Jo Mitchell
Dronfield Gala set to be a scorcher!
With just a month to go, this summers Gala - taking place on Sunday 30th June between 12pm and 4pm in Cliffe Park - is set to be another great event with some fantastic features on the day highlighted below;
Animal Encounters
This year children of all ages will be able to encounter a wide variety of animals at the Gala ranging from pygmy hedgehogs to lizards to meerkats plus many more. Come and discover... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 30 May 2019 12:14 by Jo Mitchell
The National Lottery helps fund Gosforth Lodge refurbishment
During the half term holidays next week (27th - 31st May), Gosforth Lodge in Cliffe Park will be receiving a new lease of life. The room will be painted, have a new hard wearing floor fitted and new sleek blinds fitted. This is in part thanks to a successful application to the National Lottery Community Fund, which awarded £10,000 towards the cost of the project.
Gosforth Lodge is a community... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 22 May 2019 11:26 by Jo Mitchell
New Town Mayor
At the annual Council Meeting, held on Monday 13th May, Cllr Lilian Deighton was elected Mayor for the forthcoming year. She was presented with the Chain of Office by outgoing Mayor Cllr Philip Wright (photo courtesy of Dronfield Eye).
During the meeting returning councillors welcomed the seven new councillors that joined the Town Council following the recent elections held at the beginning of May.... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 15 May 2019 10:30 by Jo Mitchell
Birches Fold play ground now open!
Dronfield Town Council are delighted to announce, that following an extensive refurbishment, Birches Fold playground in Coal Aston is now re-open.
With many new pieces of equipment the park is now a great safe area for children to play. A new soft flooring has also been laid and a new fence has been installed to enclose the play area and help to keep children safe.
The pre-existing rocking horse has... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 3 May 2019 10:01 by Jo Mitchell
Dronfield Gala coming round fast!
This summer's Dronfield Gala is set to be bigger and better than ever. Taking place next month, on Sunday 30th June with an earlier opening time of 12pm until 4pm, there will be a host of activities available for all the family.
Organisers Dronfield Town Council, have arranged some free attractions for 2019 which include trampolines, Wipeout and the ever popular circus skills workshop also returns.... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 2 May 2019 13:07 by Jo Mitchell
Coal Aston Village Hall online booking system live from 1st April
From Monday 1st April, if you would like to book a room at Coal Aston Village Hall you will be able to use their new online booking system, which will be accessible via their website, which you can visit by clicking here. Alternatively you can call them on the new booking telephone number 01246 912464.
Please note this means Dronfield Town Council will no longer be taking bookings, issuing invoices... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:00 by Jo Mitchell
Notice of Elections
North East Derbyshire District Council have today, 22nd March, given notice of the forthcoming District and Parish elections to be held on 2nd May 2019.
Forms of nomination for District and Parish Elections may be obtained at District Council Offices, 2013 Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6NG from the Returning Officer.
For details of the forthcoming District and Parish Elections... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 22 Mar 2019 13:30 by Jo Mitchell
Stall bookings now open for Dronfield Gala
Dronfield Town Council are delighted to be hosting the Dronfield Gala on Sunday 30th June 2019. The Gala will take place in Cliffe Park on Callywhite Lane between 12pm and 4pm.
The Gala is an annual fun family afternoon, with a great selection of free activities, along with various stalls, fairground rides and inflatables, which attracts hundreds of visitor each year.
If you would like your community... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 13 Mar 2019 10:00 by Jo Mitchell
