Walkers invited to take on the “Hamble” as the 2026 Cosy Bike and Hike opens for business
The organisers behind one of Derbyshire’s biggest annual fundraising challenges have added a brand-new distance to help encourage more people to sign up. The Cosy Foundation is introducing a 13-mile “Hamble” – a half-amble – to this year’s Cosy Bike and Hike event, an annual cycling and walking charity challenge which will set out from […]
Four-tonne MOF export is a “major milestone” for UK chemical firm Promethean Particles
UK chemical firm Promethean Particles has taken a major step towards helping its line of “game-changing” products realise their potential for use in commercial applications after fulfilling its largest-ever order. The Nottingham-based company says a recent shipment of four tonnes of metal-organic frameworks – or MOFs – represents the achievement of a significant milestone for the […]
Summer school popularity sees numbers more than double
A summer school designed to reassure pupils moving up to secondary school proved to be so popular that more than double the number of children expected turned up. Pupils enjoyed two weeks of fun, friendship, and engaging activities as part of a summer enrichment scheme at The Bemrose School on Uttoxeter Road, designed to give children […]
Barron McCann shortlisted for international customer service honour
A Derby technology and engineering company renowned for its success in the retail and hospitality sectors has been shortlisted for an international customer service award. Barron McCann, based in the Meteor Centre, is a finalist in the Supply Chain Excellence Awards which celebrate the highest standards across Europe. The awards set the benchmark for operational […]
Repton School expands its family with acquisition of new prep
ONE of Derbyshire’s most prestigious boarding schools has announced a new addition to its growing family of schools, which is already spread across three continents. Repton School, which was founded in 1557, owns 11 institutions across the globe and is responsible for the education of 10,000 pupils worldwide. Now the school has announced that St […]
Long Lane Primary praised for its nurturing Christian vision and inclusive approach
A Derbyshire primary school has been praised for creating a caring and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, supported and encouraged to thrive. Long Lane Church of England Primary School – part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – has been recognised for its strong Christian vision, which underpins daily school life and […]
15 years of flavour and community spirit celebrated with charity fundraiser
A much-loved Wolverhampton restaurant has marked its 15th anniversary in style, hosting a special charity event that raised £1,350 for three local causes. COSMO Wolverhampton, an all-you-can-eat world banqueting restaurant located in Bentley Bridge Retail Park, marked its 15th birthday by holding a charity event that raised £450 each for three deserving causes — The Mayor of […]
Derbyshire rail firm MTMS welcomes a new engineer on board as it stays on track for growth
Derbyshire rail firm MTMS has welcomed a new engineer on board as it continues to go the extra mile in keeping UK train depots maintained to the highest standards. Stuart Miller has joined the Swadlincote-based company as its latest maintenance engineer, bringing to the MTMS team more than two decades of experience on the railways. […]
Derbyshire primary school celebrated for compassion
A Derbyshire school has been commended for its caring, inclusive environment and its dedication to meeting the unique needs of every child. Turnditch Church of England Primary School has received high praise in its latest Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report, which celebrates the school’s Christian vision “Let all that you do […]
Derby secondary The Bemrose School reports best GCSE results ever
Derby secondary The Bemrose School has reported its best set of GCSE results ever today with big improvements in grades across the board. Executive head teacher Neil Wilkinson said the school’s achievements were down to student commitment and unwavering support from staff. The school’s 2025 results have seen a 12 per cent improvement in English […]