Tourism in Peak District and Derbyshire worth £3.58 billion
Figures for 2024 revealing a record £3.58 billion contribution to the local economy – a 9.1% increase on 2023, or around 6% in real terms, when adjusted for inflation.
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Work academy leads to jobs for local people
Six local people have successfully been offered roles at the new Aldi store in Brimington, and 28 people received two new qualifications each, thanks to them attending a sector-based work academy.
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Chesterfield’s manufacturing festival inspires next generation of engineers and innovators
Chesterfield recognises its manufacturers and engineers over the next month through the return of an annual celebratory campaign. Taking place from 25 September until the end of October, the Made in Chesterfield festival aims to change perceptions of the manufacturing industry by connecting Chesterfield’s students with real-world experiences in local advanced manufacturing and engineering businesses.
Read more >Chesterfield artist's mural brings colourful connections to life
Chesterfield artist Elle Koziupa has created a new 14-metre-high mural called ‘The Embrace’, in Leeds.
Read more >Chesterfield Market Place transformation welcomes shoppers
Chesterfield Market traders are celebrating the completion of major regeneration work to revitalise the main square.
Read more >East Midlands unveils plan to put people at the heart of growth
A game-changing inclusive growth plan to transform the lives and livelihoods of people across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire has been unveiled.
Read more >CRIT! brings Comic-Con energy to Chesterfield with grand opening and mini-con event
Independent retailer Critical Hit rebrands to CRIT! and opens the doors to its new flagship store in Chesterfield Town Centre on Saturday 20th September
Read more >Breathe Pilates launches Chesterfield’s first LED x Hot studio
Breathe Pilates has officially opened on Chatsworth Road, bringing the UK’s first LED x Hot Pilates studio to Chesterfield.
Read more >Raw4All brings natural pet nutrition to Brimington
An independent business in Brimington is helping Chesterfield’s pet owners give their animals the healthiest start in life.
Read more >Upscaling Chesterfield firms can get funding and support from new programme
The new High Growth Academy aims to equip scaling businesses with the skills, knowledge and resources they need to innovate and grow sustainably.
Read more >Thousands celebrate creativity and community at Tapton Lock Festival 2025
Tapton Lock Festival returned drawing thousands of visitors to the Chesterfield Canal for a vibrant weekend of outdoor adventure, creative exploration and community spirit.
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