Derby College has been awarded a College of Excellence 2022 by the UK's ‘Best Spa for Guest Experience’*, Ragdale Hall Spa, in recognition of outstanding practice and standards in beauty training.

A Derby dad who has been helped back on his feet by a charitable fund which bought him a pair of steel-capped boots is urging businesses and individuals to lend their support so others can also benefit.

Gary Turnbull, a 32-year-old dad from Derby, is one of more than 130 people to have been helped this year by Sylvester’s Fund, a charitable pot of money managed by Derventio Housing Trust, based in Boyer Street.

A Local Winter Story Trail, celebrating the magical art of story telling, and in dedication to the creative legacy of Dame Hilary Mantel,  officially launches Saturday the 26th of November!

The trail launch coincides with Glossop's Christmas Lights Switch On. It will run throughout the festive season until 6th January 2023. 

Friday 9 December, 10.00am - 12.00pm, QUAD

FORMAT International Photography Festival returns in March 2023, transforming the city of Derby into a vibrant showcase of the very best photography and lens-based media that represent 'What Photography Can Be’.

Cezanne: Portraits of a Life

Come and join us for our Christmas Craft Market on the 17th of December at Hilton Village Hall Derby 11am-1pm.

We have lots of wonderful stall holders selling beautiful handmade products.

A handmade raffle, refreshments and Mince pies.

The Mercia Pizza van joining us as well as the Candy Cottage and a Mulled wine vendor. 

We have face paints for the kids and send a letter to Santa post box.

The Sing for Supper choir will be joining us for some Christmas songs.

Timms Solicitors have celebrated their 130 year anniversary with a series of achievements.

Highlights during the milestone year have included regional and national awards for the firm, individuals and teams, the largest-ever care conference organised by the firm and an increased profile for Timms within the local business community.