Destination Chesterfield is responsible for developing a co-ordinated approach to promoting our town

Jul12

University fund available to 'give back' to Chesterfield community

As the University of Derby prepares to open its brand new campus in Chesterfield this autumn, they are delighted to introduce a Community Fund available to the town and surrounding areas.

Jul12

Still time left to sign up for county's largest careers event

Employers, colleges, training providers and voluntary organisations are encouraged to book their place at this year’s Derbyshire Skills Festival.

Jul11

Craft company to open new store in Chesterfield

International craft supplies company, Crafter’s Companion, has unveiled its plans to open a new retail outlet in Chesterfield this September.

11 July 2016 Chatsworth Hits Peak Quality

Chatsworth has been awarded the Peak District Environmental Quality Mark (EQM) – the Peak District National Park Authority’s award for sustainability.

7 July 2016 Possible HS2 rail stop for Chesterfield welcomed

Revised plans for the HS2 rail link, that could mean two high speed trains an hour stopping in Chesterfield, have been welcomed by town leaders.

7 July 2016 Chesterfield College’s African Adventure has a big impact

A group of 9 students and 2 staff have just returned from a volunteering expedition to Ghana. The trip was made possible following a year of fundraising events, including a Santa Dash, a cycle to Africa fitness challenge and a quiz night.

6 July 2016 Chamber Unveils Business Awards Finalists

Chesterfield businesses, including Mitchells Chartered Accountants, NLT Training Services, Cathelco and Banner Jones Solicitors, have been nominated for awards, that will be presented at a black-tie gala dinner at The Roundhouse, Derby, on 16 September.

6 July 2016 Up to £4.7m to tackle businesses’ growth and boost workers’ skills

Up to £4.7million will be provided to support employers wanting to grow their business and boost their employees’ skills, including provision of apprenticeship routes, via the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership.

6 July 2016 Yorkshire fixture at Chesterfield Festival of Cricket switched to Derby

Derbyshire Falcons’ NatWest T20 Blast fixture versus Yorkshire Vikings has been moved to The 3aaa County Ground, Derby, to give the game the best chance of going ahead.

4 July 2016 Sparkle Walk raises £168,371 for Chesterfield-based hospice

Thousands of walkers geared up over the weekend to take part in the Blundells Sparkle Night Walk for Ashgate Hospicecare. The event, which is now recognised as Chesterfield’s largest, saw 2,000 people walk 10km around Chesterfield on Saturday night, raising a fantastic £168,371 for the local charity.

4 July 2016 Funding to encourage businesses to cut vehicle emissions

Transport Minister Andrew Jones announced a £19m fund to help the freight industry cut vehicle emissions and unveiled a low carbon HGV accreditation scheme.