At this time of year, many of us are considering our aims for the coming year. Perhaps improving your carbon footprint and choosing a greener way to travel is something you would like to prioritise this year. Or maybe you are looking to do some volunteering, making new connections and helping your local community. We have outlined below a few of the ways our Community Rail Partnership can help with these aims.
ViewWhile the hedgehogs, dormice and bats are hibernating, keeping warm inside our homes is tempting, but it is well worth putting tights on under your trousers, socks upon socks and heading out into the winter wonderlands. There are many nature highlights to spot during these winter months, here we have collated a guide for what you might be able to find around the Derwent Valley Line this season.
ViewLooking to get outside more over the coming year? The weather may have turned cooler, but it is a great time to lace up your boots and discover new places by train. Put on your warmest hat and gloves and step out into the winter wonderlands Derwent Valley has to offer, made even more magical with a dusting of snow.
ViewThe leaves on the trees have well and truly turned, the days have shortened and with the darker nights we are getting excited for a fabulous season of festivities along the Derwent Valley Line. Get into the spirit with this selection of sparkling experiences and make the most of the festive season by train.
ViewWe have been busy this October visiting a number of conferences including the East Midlands Railway (EMR) Community Rail Conference at Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham on the 7th October, and the Community Rail Network Conference at Crowne Plaza in Nottingham on the 8th October.
ViewThe history of the railway in Long Eaton is revealed through a set of new information panels located around the railway station.
ViewDerby Area Stations Strategic Advice; This Network Rail study seeked to answer - How can local railway stations and rail services in the Derby area be made more appealing to users?
Rail service options and station facilities were considered for Duffield, Belper and Spondon,
The Derwent Valley Line CRP and High Peak and Hope Valley CRP seek freelance marketing and communication services to deliver key elements of their activity plans. The closing date for this role has been extended until 11th July at 11am.
ViewMatlock Scouts took the train to Matlock Bath and helped the station adopters plant up and water the platform planting barrels.
This planting session follows on from an evening talk about the Derwent Valley Line and safety on the railway. The Scouts will also be using the train for a summer evening walk.
These activities form part of the Scouts Platforms for Change initiative which is a collaboration between Community Rail Network, the Scouts and the rail industry to engage Scout groups through community rail activity, station projects and rail confidence trips.
A range of community and promotional activities took place along the Derwent Valley Line as part of Community Rail Week 2024.
The week began with schoolchildren making Bee Bug Hotels followed by a community project day at Duffield Station and a day promoting the Derwent Valley Line at Nottingham station.
A new community artwork has been unveiled at Belper railway station.
The mosaic welcomes passengers to the town and celebrates its outstanding heritage.
Children from two schools in Wirksworth have launched a new walking booklet celebrating their local history, environment, and the railway.
With Easter on the way, it's the perfect time to sample some locally crafted treats. Hop on the bus or train to explore Derwent Valley and enjoy a taste of Derbyshire.
ViewAn impressive 3.4 square metre artwork depicting a Midland Railway 1000 Class steam locomotive has transformed Matlock Station Footbridge..
This type of locomotive was a common sight in Matlock until the 1960s.
The Unveiling Ceremony was an opportunity to celebrate the transformation of the pedestrian approach to Matlock Station.
As lighter evenings begin to arrive, it's the perfect time for a pub walk in Derwent Valley, by train of course. Here are a few suggestions of places to visit where you can enjoy a stroll followed by a welcome pint or two.
ViewPublic transport in Spondon has received a boost, thanks to a community campaign and the support of East Midlands Railway to improve the train service.
View