25 June 2024
Passengers discover the history of Long Eaton’s four railway stations
The history of the railway in Long Eaton is revealed through a set of new information panels located around the railway station.
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10 June 2024
Network Rail Report Considers Improvements at Belper, Duffield and Spondon
Derby 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,
5 June 2024
Community Rail Marketing and Communications Job Opportunity – Deadline Extended to 11 July
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.
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4 June 2024
Scouts Summer Planting Project at Matlock Bath
Matlock 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.
23 May 2024
Community Rail Week on the Derwent Valley Line
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.
25 April 2024
Community gets on board with Belper Station artwork
A new community artwork has been unveiled at Belper railway station.
The mosaic welcomes passengers to the town and celebrates its outstanding heritage.
25 March 2024
Schoolchildren Discover Tracks, Trails and Trains
Children from two schools in Wirksworth have launched a new walking booklet celebrating their local history, environment, and the railway.
10 March 2024
Local treats and eats in Derwent Valley
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.
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9 February 2024
Striking New Artwork Unveiled at the Matlock Station Footbridge
An 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.
7 February 2024
Pubs and pub walks in Derwent Valley
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.
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30 January 2024
Celebrating a successful train service at Spondon
Public transport in Spondon has received a boost, thanks to a community campaign and the support of East Midlands Railway to improve the train service.
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7 January 2024
We’ve been shortlisted!
We're delighted to have been shortlisted for the 2023 Community Rail Network Community Rail Awards, for a partnership project with The Heights of Abraham.
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29 December 2023
New Year, new adventures ahead
Set a healthy and community-spirited New Year's intention by making sustainable transport part of your lifestyle in 2023.
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7 December 2023
Family winter walks in Derwent Valley
Enjoy family-friendly winter walks in Derwent Valley this winter. Getting the train to your destination will feel like a festive adventure in itself!
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16 November 2023
Amazing views in Derwent Valley
Soak up the last of autumn's colours and take in some of Derbyshire finest views. Get there by train on the scenic Derwent Valley line, where you'll also get a great view from the train window.
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10 November 2023
Derwent Valley Line adopters attend Routes of Remembrance service
On Friday 10 November, Station Adopters from the Derwent Valley Line joined East Midlands Railway staff and other Community Rail Partnerships at Derby station for a Service of Remembrance.
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