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New Trees for Sindelfingen Park
After an independent inspection by a qualified tree surgeon earlier in the year, Sindelfingen Park lost some of its trees when sixteen trees were identified as dead, diseased, or dying. The recommendation therefore was for those trees affected to be felled.
In response to the loss of these trees, Dronfield Town Council recently took delivery of 20 specimen trees for planting in Sindelfingen Park.
The... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:00 by Loran Stonehouse
Cold Weather Planning
The Council has received a gritting committee report confirming that Dronfield is prepared for the winter ahead.
Grit bins belonging to the Town Council have been replaced, repaired, turned over and filled. An order has been placed for a further 10 tonnes from Derbyshire County Council to bring our local storage to a full capacity. This enables Town Council staff to refill bins as grit is used. A number... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:28 by Loran Stonehouse
Quiz Night at Cafe Civic - Thursday 15th December
Café Civic are hosting a quiz night on Thursday 15th December to support the Dronfield Town Mayors Charity Fund.
Tickets are on sale now from Café Civic at a cost of £10, which includes a mince pie and a hot drink or £15, which includes a mince pie and an alcoholic drink.
The quiz starts from 7pm, so don't miss out!
Posted: Fri, 2 Dec 2022 13:04 by Joanne Mitchell
Office Opening Times Wednesday 7th December 2022
The Town Council office will be closed between 10am and 1pm on Wednesday 7th December, due to staff training.
However, voicemails can still be left, which will be responded to when the office reopens or residents can contact us through the website or by emailing townclerk@dronfield.gov.uk.
Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Posted: Fri, 2 Dec 2022 10:12 by Loran Stonehouse
Cliffe Park Update
Cliffe Park was fully refurbished in 2018, as part of the Town Councils rolling programme of park refurbishments.
There are currently several pieces of equipment out of use, following regular inspections of the playground.
The Town Council ordered replacement parts, which are still under guarantee, at the beginning of September. Unfortunately, there is currently a 12-week lead time for the parts to be... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 4 Nov 2022 12:40 by Joanne Mitchell
Remembrance Day Commemorations - Sunday 13th November 2022
Dronfield Town Council would like to invite the community to come together to honour those who served and remember their sacrifice on Sunday 13th November 2022
Everyone is welcome to attend, and we invite former servicemen and women – or their relatives – to wear their medals and take part. The medals awarded to a deceased Service / ex – Service person may be worn on the right breast... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:41 by Loran Stonehouse
Sindelfingen Park funding bid
The October Town Council meeting saw councillors agree to apply for funding to refurbish Sindelfingen Park.
Central Government created the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to deliver the levelling up agenda, allocating £2.6 billion across the UK up to the end of 2024 - 25 financial year.
The funds are to be allocated locally by a new partnership working between local and national government -... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:06 by Loran Stonehouse
Homes plan for Gladys Buxton Site
A proposed development of 36 houses was discussed at the September Town Council meeting.
The planning application, made by Rockliffe Homes for 20 three-bedroom and 16 four-bedroom homes, is under consultation with planning officers at NE Derbyshire District Council.
The site is classed as 'brownfield' and is included in the Dronfield Neighbourhood Plan for development.
The Town Council has written in... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:29 by Loran Stonehouse
National Moment of Reflection
The community was invited to gather together for a National Moment of Reflection on Sunday 18th of September at 8pm, to allow people to celebrate the life of Queen Elizabeth II. The event took place in the Manor Gardens outside the Library in Dronfield.
Many members of the public gathered for the event, which was led by Reverend Ian Webb, from the Parish Church. As part of the service, Dronfield Parish... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:10 by Loran Stonehouse
National Moment of Reflection - 18th September 2022 at 8pm
A National Moment of Reflection will take place at 8pm on Sunday 18th September to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect on her life and legacy. The National Moment of Reflection will take place the evening before the State Funeral and be marked by a one-minute silence.
The Deputy Town Mayor, Councillor Susan Burkitt, invites members of the public to join her in the Manor Gardens... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 15 Sep 2022 11:22 by Joanne Mitchell