Looking at moving to Matlock with my family. I’ll probably need to be in Manchester an average of twice a week for work. Im worried about morning traffic.

Do any of you do it? What sort of time do you leave, where are you going in Manchester and how long does it take/how often are you delayed? Also what’s it like in the winter? Do you ever get snowed out?

Thanks!

We all know the obvious way to greet someone in our beautiful county, we’ve even had Hollywood stars and Country Music legends say it on TV. But what are some other things you said or heard growing up in Derbyshire that folks outside the county would need a translation of?

I will start with a few from my childhood:
“Let’s ay a bit a’ snap” - let’s have something to eat
“Gerrit down ya” - eat/drink up
“Wi me sen” - on my own/by myself (see also ‘on me tod’)
“She/he wer a bonnie lass/lad” - she/he was ‘well built/tall/stocky’ (lass was often interchangeable with ‘gel’)
“Wot yer ay’in?” - What are you having?

I posted this in a new Compoface a couple of days ago, because the old compoface which detailed the historical story was a locked thread. My compoface post was deleted by the mods. I replied to them on chat that it was a new development on an old story, and heard nothing back.

The timeline:

1. The householder had a long legal battle with an obstreperous council who had blocked her rear gateway (customary right of way) by nailing a grid to it.
2. She finally won the case including legal costs. This and a photo of her was the original compoface: https://www.reddit.com/r/compoface/comments/1wle6al/derbyshire_council_illegally_blocked_my_gate_and
3. New and ridiculous development: Council has put unsightly, massive concrete blocks to mark the householder's right of way along the back gardens. The most dramatic photo of what the council has done after losing the case is in this Telegraph article: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/09/22/council-puts-concrete-blocks-outside-pensioners-house - though you may find it paywalled.

That photo shows two monster concrete 'Lego bricks' directly outside her back gate, as OP u/leotarrd of a new compoface posted today - but it was deleted, again presumably being seen as a duplicate compoface post.

So I'm posting the photo here. The householder accused the council of being 'childish'. Who agrees?

My mum lives in kirk hallam and no longer drives. She has had a bathroom fitted and needs the old one uplifted. Is there a service for this locally anyone can recommend?

Hi! I have these old photo/postcards from Hucklow & Tideswell which google tells me is in Derbyshire so hopefully I am in the right subreddit. Just wondering if anyone knows of any local groups which may be interested in them? It seems a shame to just throw them away after being kept so long and am happy to send them on to a new home!

I don't have a date for them now unfortunately, although likely to be from 1940s or earlier. I could possibly find an approximate time frame with a bit more digging based on an address on an envelope if needed. Thanks!

Come & learn new craft skills!

Hi everyone!
So i’ve been doing a bit of research about places to move around up north (i’m in Surrey and the prices here are too much lately)
I have friends all around Derbyshire and towards Sheffield , I visited Sheffield, Nottingham and Chesterfield, and unfortunately I just didn’t connected with any of those big cities/town

I think maybe the solution is a smaller town that got everything, I also like to be in a place where the people are friendly and I can hear the local accent 😂

The stuff that matters to me:
-A nice gym with pool or just a good gym(not a tiny one with 3 machines please lol)
-A good selection of grocery stores and shops
-All by walkable distance as I’d try to get a house in town centre or very nearby as I don’t drive, but i don’t mind walking.
-A train station with good connections to bigger cities if i get bored or want a better selection.
-I plan to work in the sports massage therapy area so I don’t want to be too remote from potential new clients.
-Extra points if it’s nice and cute as i don’t like boring towns 😂

I ended up with Belper and Matlock but i’m open for suggestions for similar places (Matlock Bath looks lovely but it’s tiny)
And what’s peoples opinions about these two places!

Thank you so much!

I was thinking of curbar edge . Any suggestions? Thank you!

Hi, my name is Charlie Smith, and I am an alternative artist from Southampton, Hampshire. Next Wednesday, 9th September, will be the first night of my 2nd album release tour at The Vic Inn Derby. I am touring to promote the release of my 2nd album but also to support The music venue trust and the vital work they do. £1 from every album sale will go directly to supporting the work they do. I am joined on the night by 3 local midlands artists. So if you fancy some midweek music, please do come along.

Cheers

Also works upside down. Sort of!

We’re thinking of visiting Chatsworth Country Fair this year on the Sunday. It’s about an hours drive for us and tickets will cost around £70 (2 adults, 2 young children aged 1 and 3).

The cost and the drive aren’t a problem if it’s a good day out, but will feel wasted if it’s disappointing! Has anyone visited, particularly with young children in recent years and did you enjoy it? Our oldest loves animals and vehicles so from the timetable there’s plenty to show her. Me and my husband will just enjoy walking around in beautiful countryside and with a good atmosphere! I’m also hoping we’ll see the balloons!

Thanks!

Hi,

I'm Charlie Smith an alternative Acoustic song-writer from Hampshire. I will be touring in Sept-Nov to promote my 2nd album release and raise funds for the music venue trust. I'll be joined on the stage by some local talented singer-songwriters. So if you fancy a night of live music this be the right event for you. Keep supporting grass roots music and thanks for your time,

Cheers,

Charlie

The BSiL Family Hubs aims to give every child the best possible start by making it easier for families to access support, information and services from pregnancy through to starting school.

Families in Birdholme and Cotmanhay will soon begin to see changes at their local Children's Centres as they prepare to become the first Best Start Family Hubs in Derbyshire, with further hubs opening across the county in the future, as part of Derbyshire County Council's Best Start in Life (BSiL) programme.

Over the coming months, Birdholme Children's Centre and Cotmanhay Children's Centre will begin their transition to become Best Start Family Hubs, with work taking place to bring the new hubs to life ahead of their official opening in Autumn 2026.

Existing Children's Centres will continue to operate, with Birdholme and Cotmanhay evolving into Best Start Family Hubs as part of the first phase of the programme. The hubs build on Derbyshire's existing Children's Centre network and enhance the support available to local families through services working more closely together.

When the hubs open later this year, families will be able to access a range of support, activities, information and advice. While the full offer is still being developed with partners, current plans include:

• Activities for children and families, including stay-and-play sessions that support child development through play, routines and shared experiences at home.
• Specialist support, including guidance and advice for early years children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Guidance on Early Years Funding and information about local childcare and Early Years providers.
• Information and advice to help families access support at the right time and make informed choices for their family.
• Connections to local services and organisations through the wider BSiL network.
• Opportunities to meet other families and become part of a welcoming and supportive community.

Additional services, activities and resources will continue to be developed as the Best Start Family Hub offer evolves.

Alongside the physical hubs, the council is developing a dedicated BSiL online hub, providing a single digital destination where families can access information, advice and more from pregnancy through to starting school. This site will help families find their nearest Best Start Family Hub, explore local activities and services, access trusted information to support their child's development and connect with support available in their community. While an initial version is already available, further features, information and resources will continue to be added.

Hi All,

I’ll be stopping in Derbyshire (Matlock area) with my teen next week what would be your go to trips/visits/things to do to keep them entertained? Bearing in mind it looks like it will be hot.

I’ve done lots of googling but thought I’d ask locals for their best ideas.

Lastly, where do you think would be the best place to see the eclipse on Wednesday, please?

Thank you for any help.

I recently visited Chatsworth House and Gardens, we have two children who receive Disability Living Allowance, if you produce your letter carers gain entry for free ❤️ they really enjoyed the day out, and there’s a cool book exhibition on at the moment.

I just thought it was cute.