Consultation on Peak Park Local Plan
The PDNPA is preparing a new Local Plan for the Peak District National Park and would like to hear from all stakeholders including those who live, work or do business in the National Park. The consultation will run from 9am on 3 November to 5pm on 21 December 2025. Consultation documents can be viewed here or at locations listed here.
Scroll down the page at this link to find out how to make submisssions.
The Mayors of the East Midlands, Greater Manchester, and South Yorkshire are joining forces to launch a bold new agreement which will give a major boost to the Peak District. Follow this link for the full report.
Improved Access for Walkers on Footpath to Odin Mine
These photos show National Trust rangers and volunteers helping Gary Glennerster to upgrade and improve a section of the footpath which goes through Dunscar Farm. Click on this link for the full story.
What You Need to Know About Recycling!
Lots of information to help you reduce waste and reuse and recycle materials on a new page of this website – Reduce Reuse Recycle or follow the link on the Village Organisations Button. More updates to follow as developments occur so keep checking.
Rural Hardship Fund opens March 31
This scheme is open to anyone in need who lives in rural Derbyshire and has been referred by a recognised advice/support organisation. The scheme can give support with essential household costs. Applications from individuals on their own behalf cannot be considered. More details here
Better Buses Campaign
Please add your support to this petition by Friends of the Earth to
Take the East Midlands’ Buses Back Into Public Control by clicking on the photo or the link above.
Home Security Advice from Derbyshire Police
Derbyshire Police have issued advice on keeping your property safe now that longer hours of darkness are here. Follow the link above for hints to deter burglars.
High Peak Shopping Bus
Bookable door to door shopping bus service to Chapel en le Frith
Pick up from the door in Castleton on Tuesdays. More details and timetable HERE.
If enough people register to use this service it will help to show there is demand for a bus to Buxton/Chapel on Thursdays. More information on local transport can be found on the Transport Information page.
New Funding Opportunities for Community Groups
Follow the link above for details of organisations who are currently offering various forms of funding; their contact details are included in the document. Any groups interested in applying for these funds should contact the relevant organisation directly.
National Grid Priority Service Register
Find out about registering for the Priority Service in the Power Up Leaflet produced by the CAB and the National Grid by clicking here.
Please note the phone number for the National Grid Priority Service Register quoted in Peveril Post is incorrect and the correct number is 0800 096 3080
Energy Rebate Scam Emails
Derbyshire Police have issued a warning to the public about scam emails claiming to be from Ofgem. The emails claim that the recipient is due a rebate payment as part of a government scheme and provide links to follow to apply for the rebate. The links in the emails lead to malicious websites designed to steal personal and financial information. Follow this link for full details.
Are You Struggling with the Cost of Living?
Cost of Living support from Derbyshire County Council
Derbyshire County Council has put together a new webpage full of advice and help available locally. To find out more visit www.derbyshire.gov.uk/costofliving. There’s lots of advice and support available to you from help managing debt to checking you’re getting all the benefits you are entitled to. There’s also information about energy efficiency, cutting down on food waste and details about services you might not know that the council offers.
Castleton Village website 