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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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1 November 2023

Feeling festive in Derwent Valley

The festive season is here! Get into the spirit with this selection of sparkling experiences in Derwent Valley.

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17 October 2023

Books and literature in Derwent Valley

Derwent Valley is a book-lover's paradise! It's home to plenty of independent bookshops and literary connections, so hop on the train and start exploring.

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5 October 2023

Autumn walks in Derwent Valley

Lace up your walking boots and enjoy an autumnal walk in Derwent Valley, by train.

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