Try something new this January
Have you decided on your New Year’s resolution?
Choosing one, which you will be able to keep for longer than a few weeks, can be really challenging. But committing to try a few new experiences is something everyone can achieve, as well as having a lot of fun.
We’ve selected five ideas from Chesterfield businesses. Why not give them a go with your family, friends or colleagues?
1. Learn a new skill
If you enjoy getting creative, you may be inspired by Chesterfield College’s £15 taster courses in silversmithing or ceramics? These are a great way to try out a new hobby and if you enjoy the taster you can sign up for a six week course to perfect your skills.
Find out more about the Ceramics taster.
Find out more about the Silversmithing taster.
Or why not try your hand at gin making? Love Brewing on Chatsworth Road runs gin experiences every Friday and Saturday evening to get you started with your own bespoke flavours, including a 200ml bottle of your creation to take home (per pair).
Find out more about the Make Your Own Gin Experience.
2. Experience new local events
You may be feeling blue now the festivities are over, but now is a great time to plan your diary for 2020. There are plenty of exciting new events to look forward to as well as the return of many popular favourites.
Extreme Bike Battle
Chesterfield Autojumble Market
Make Your Own Gin Experience
Brampton Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting
Sporting Dinner: An Evening with Paul Merson and Phil Thompson at Casa Hotel
Click here to find more local events updated throughout the year.
3. Support local businesses
How often do you shop locally? Are there small changes you could make to help boost the local economy?
S40 Local Magazine is supporting #FiverFest from 15th to 29th February and is spreading the message that if every adult in Chesterfield spends £5 per week in local independent shops rather than online or in supermarkets, we will boost our local economy by £20.4M per year.
Click here for details of many local businesses from solicitors to shops.
4. Become a volunteer
Have you thought about becoming a volunteer? It’s a great way to meet new people, learn new skills and give something back to the local community. These are just a few of the many valuable opportunities locally:-
If you’re a local employer, could you donate your time to support young people in Chesterfield with mock interviews or work experience? Click here for more information online.
If you’d like to support the Chesterfield Royal Hospital Charity, you could become a volunteer fundraiser. Some of the past fundraising activities have helped cancer and dementia patients with art therapy and activities, refurbished medical rooms and enabled the hospital to purchase new rehabilitation equipment. For more information click here.
At Citizens Advice Chesterfield there are a variety of roles to choose from: including adviser, telephone adviser, receptionist, trustee, campaigner, ambassador and fundraiser. Full training is given and you’d be part of a friendly group of volunteers. Click here for more information online or contact Linda Moore, Chair of the trustee board and a key fundraiser.
Perfect for people who love where they live, Chesterfield Visitor Centre and Museum are always looking for new volunteers. Click here to find out more.
Find more local charities here.
(Photo shows local builder, Avant Homes supporting local charity, Fairplay).
5. Taste local produce
You can add some colour to the dark January days with this new sparkling water from Chesterfield’s Franklin & Sons. Bursting with real, zesty fruit, the new range of Sister’s Soda is available in three unique combinations. The Sister’s Soda range has three unique flavours including Guava & Lime, Pomegranate & Hibiscus and Pineapple & Cardamom and is available in pubs and bars across Chesterfield as well as supermarkets. Click here for more information online.
Or have you tried the delicious gluten free Coffee and Walnut cake from Liza Bakes? A finalist at the national British Baker Awards in the gluten free category, the popular treat has a rich coffee flavour and nutty texture and you would never guess it’s gluten free! Available in a selection of cafes across Chesterfield or or click here to see more online.
