Toyota apprentices transform Derby charity’s family centre in week-long makeover
A team of apprentices has given a Derby charity’s family centre a dramatic makeover, creating a brighter, more welcoming space for some of the city’s most vulnerable children and families. The group from Toyota Manufacturing UK’s apprenticeship scheme, including partner companies, spent five days transforming Children First Derby’s premises on Leopold Street after securing funding […]
Castle Blinds marks new chapter with expansion, showroom launch and continued commitment to craftsmanship
A Derby interiors business is creating a new manufacturing facility and expanding into interior design after three years of rapid growth under new ownership. Castle Blinds, which has been part of the city for more than 30 years, has gone from strength to strength since Myles Hayhurst took over the business in 2023. The company […]
Friends take on 102-mile walk for Derbyshire children’s charity after it provided “a lot of memories”
Two friends are putting their best feet forward for a 102-mile ‘mega walk’ around Derbyshire to raise money for a much-loved charity that has provided “a lot of memories”. Stuart Boon, 44, is taking on the lengthy walk around the county in July with best mate Xavier Andrews to raise more vital funds for the […]
Derby primary school praised by Ofsted for helping every child feel they belong
A Derby primary school has been recognised by Ofsted for creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued and ready to learn. Inspectors found that Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary School and Nursery, part of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust, meets the expected standard in every area under Ofsted’s new inspection framework, highlighting the […]
Securiscape installs its biggest-ever planters at Manchester’s historic industrial museum
A major restoration project at one of the UK’s most significant industrial heritage sites has been given a fitting final touch – with two PAS 68-rated planters installed by Derbyshire security street furniture firm Securiscape. The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester, which stands on the site of the world’s first inter-urban passenger railway, has […]
New barn opens as Shottle Hall celebrates 20 years of wedded bliss
A Derbyshire wedding venue is raising a glass to 20 years of “I dos” with a garden party and the official opening of a new barn for the next generation of couples. More than 2,000 couples have tied the knot at Shottle Hall in Belper since the house, which is part of the Chatsworth estate, […]
Friends complete epic 100-mile Chopper Challenge for Derbyshire charities
An experienced runner and triathlete who has completed 11 London Marathons says a 100-mile charity ride on a vintage Raleigh Chopper was the toughest challenge of his life — leaving him with broken ribs after two crashes. Dean Jackson MBE – who has also completed the New York Marathon, three Half Ironman events and countless […]
Trust-wide art exhibition is full of Mini Masterpieces
Hundreds of children have become exhibiting artists after work from every school in Derby Diocesan Academy Trust went on public display in a unique exhibition celebrating creativity. The exhibition, hosted by the University of Derby, brings together 33 original pieces of artwork – one from each of the Trust’s schools – all inspired by the […]
L.E.A.D. IT Services provides thousands of lockable phone pouches to schools responding to Government smartphone ban
Leading Derby tech company L.E.A.D. IT Services is providing thousands of lockable phone pouches to schools preparing for the Government smartphone ban in September. The pouches from American brand Yondr are magnetic and lockable so pupils cannot use their smartphone during the day. Education first specialist L.E.A.D. IT Services – which works with more than […]
Derby pupils’ Chinese adventure showcases the power of collaboration
Pupils from Cherry Tree Hill Primary and Portway Junior School in Derby have returned from the trip of a lifetime after embarking on an unforgettable educational visit to China. The schools, who are part of the Odyssey Collaborative Trust, joined forces to take 22 Year 6 pupils on a week-long cultural exchange to Shanghai and […]