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Pedal Power: Derby Bike Festival Rolls Into Market Hall
9 April 2026
Derby Market Hall is set to host the upcoming Derby Bike Festival, a day-long celebration showcasing the diverse cycling opportunities available across the region.
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Train as a knight and face the dragon at Derby’s St George’s Day celebrations!
9 April 2026
Head to Derby city centre for a feast of free, family friendly fun as dragons, knights and medieval games return to celebrate St George’s Day.
Foster Carers Conference 2026 Inspiring belief changing lives
7 April 2026
In March four local authorities came together to celebrate our foster carers at the Foster Carers Conference 2026.
Enjoy a day of family fun at Derby Market Hall’s first ever dog show
2 April 2026
Derby Market Hall will be transformed into a canine paradise as it hosts its first ever dog show on Saturday 11 April.
Derby schools set for investment in essential building improvements
1 April 2026
Derby City Council is planning a programme of essential maintenance and improvement works to keep school buildings safe, warm and in good condition for pupils and staff.
Derby residents save thousands on energy bills through Council advice service
1 April 2026
Derby residents have been supported to cut their energy bills and improve the comfort of their homes through a dedicated Home Energy Advice Service
Funding will help give Derby children the Best Start in Life
31 March 2026
Derby City Council is set to receive £5.192 million in government funding to secure the future of the city’s Family Hubs over the next three financial years.
Reuse Raynesway expands opening days as shop success boosts Derby reuse
25 March 2026
From 30 March, Reuse Raynesway will open Monday to Saturday, making it easier for residents to shop and donate. The initiative helps Derby reduce waste while offering affordable pre-loved items.
Milestone in construction of two new Derby schools
25 March 2026
A topping out ceremony has taken place to mark the progress made on two new schools which will deliver state-of-the-art, sustainable learning environments for hundreds of pupils.
Derby food waste collections go live next week as city turns waste into energy
24 March 2026
Derby’s weekly food waste collections start 31 March. Food waste from 100,000 homes will be turned into renewable energy locally—find out how to use your containers.