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Most recent Derby is set to celebrate Great Big Green Week this June with a free city centre event organised by St Peters Quarter Business Improvement District. The week-long programme will include activities across Derby, including work in the Cathedral Quarter to refresh and replant flower boxes and flower beds.

Published 01/06/2026

New independent cafe Sugar Loaf set to open on Ashbourne Road in Derby

A new independent cafe inspired by Derby’s historic tea and coffee trade is set to open on Ashbourne Road later this year.

Published 14/05/2026

Derby Cathedral concert to raise funds for First Steps ED charity

OperaBabes will headline a major charity concert at Derby Cathedral in aid of First Steps ED, raising funds for eating disorder support services.

Published 11/05/2026

Derby’s longest-established family funeral directors says a ‘proper goodbye’ can help families grieve

Derby’s longest-established family-owned funeral directors is encouraging families to talk openly about death, grief and end-of-life wishes, warning that direct cremations can sometimes leave loved ones with regret.

Published 05/05/2026

Derby Arena celebrates student’s inspiring return to cycling after life-threatening crash

Derby Arena is celebrating the remarkable recovery of University of Derby student Lewis Fletcher, who has returned to cycling just 19 months after a life-threatening BMX accident.

Published 24/04/2026

Derby restaurant shortlisted in ‘Curry Oscars’ as diners hail it among the city centre’s best

A Derby restaurant shortlisted in the so-called ‘Curry Oscars’ is continuing to win over diners with glowing Tripadvisor and Google reviews.

Published 20/04/2026

Derby charity secures funding to help get more fridges and freezers into homes after crisis

A Derby charity has secured new funding to help more local people access safe, affordable fridges and freezers after facing crisis.

Published 10/04/2026

Casamia Homes teams up with premium suppliers for luxury Derbyshire developments

Casamia Homes has unveiled a series of premium supplier partnerships as it prepares to launch its latest luxury developments, The Firs in Allestree and Black Fir Farm in Dalbury Lees.

Published 30/03/2026