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NEW ENGAGEMENT HUB SET TO OPEN IN BOLSOVER TOWN
A brand‑new Bolsover Engagement Hub is set to open its doors - creating a welcoming space where the community can help shape the next chapter of the town’s story. Opening in January 2026 at 8 Cotton Street , the hub will become a focal point for residents, businesses and local partners to get involved in the transformation of Bolsover. Staffed by the Council’s Economic Development team, it will act as a lively base for conversation, creativity and collaboration. The hub wil
Jan 81 min read


GROWING WITH PURPOSE IN BOLSOVER: MAGNA HOMECARE'S STORY
Through programmes like Growth Grants, Net Zero Innovation, Business in Bolsover networking and Apprenticeships, we’ve seen businesses elevate their skills, expand their services, and make a greater impact on the people they serve. These stories showcase the strength of Bolsover’s support ecosystem, and the passionate individuals who drive it forward.
One of those businesses is Magna Homecare Limited, a dedicated social care provider supporting adults across the district.
Jan 53 min read


WHAT THE MAYOR'S PLEDGE TO SUPPORT TOURISM MEANS FOR BOLSOVER
The announcement of the East Midlands Combined County Authority’s £4.8 million pledge to strengthen tourism and investment across the region comes at exactly the right moment for Bolsover
Nov 26, 20252 min read


BECOME A BOLSOVER PLACE CHAMPION
Becoming a Bolsover Place Champion means joining a growing network of local leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs who actively shape and celebrate the district’s identity. Here’s what you gain by being part of the Place Champions initiative: 🌟 What Is a Place Champion? Place Champions are individuals and organisations who represent the spirit, creativity, and ambition of Bolsover. They come from diverse sectors - arts, hospitality, business, education, wellness - and share a
Nov 20, 20251 min read


BACKING BOLSOVER’S BUSINESSES: SHOPFRONT IMPROVEMENT SCHEME LAUNCHED
A new shopfront improvement scheme has been launched in Bolsover.
Nov 17, 20252 min read


A GUIDE TO EMPLOYER STANDARDS FOR BOLSOVER BUSINESSES
We want Bolsover businesses to join over 1,400 employers who have already signed up to new Employer Standards
Oct 28, 20251 min read


BOLSOVER’S WELLNESS TRAILBLAZER: DANIELLA JACKSON EARNS DOUBLE RECOGNITION FOR RETREAT YOGA STUDIO
Retreat Yoga & Wellbeing, founded by Bolsover-based entrepreneur Daniella Jackson, has been named Yoga Studio of the Year by the Central England Prestige Awards
Oct 28, 20252 min read


LAUNCH OF COMMUNITY AND PLACE GRANT FUNDING
Bolsover District Council has launched the Community and Place Fund as part of its UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation.
Oct 23, 20252 min read


BOLSOVER NET ZERO INNOVATION PROGRAMME WINS EDIE NET-ZERO AWARD FOR UPSKILLING AND TRAINING INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR
Bolsover District Council and Nottingham Trent University (NTU) are proud to announce that the Bolsover Net Zero Innovation Programme has been named Winner of the Upskilling and Training Initiative of the Year at the prestigious edie Net-Zero Awards.
Oct 20, 20252 min read


BOLSOVER NET ZERO INNOVATION PROGRAMME NAMED FINALIST AT PRESTIGIOUS EDIE NET-ZERO AWARDS
The Bolsover Net Zero Innovation Programme, delivered in partnership with Nottingham Trent University (NTU), has been named a finalist in the 2025 edie Net-Zero Awards
Oct 16, 20252 min read


A NEW ROLE TO HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF PLEASLEY PIT
Exciting news for one of the East Midlands’ last remaining colliery sites - Pleasley Pit Trust has received a £93,735 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, helping to secure a sustainable future for this much-loved local landmark.
The funding will support the creation of a new Development Worker role, a key position designed to help the Trust grow its community activities, strengthen partnerships, and create more opportunities for local people to get involved.
Oct 13, 20252 min read


BUSINESS SUPPORT: COMPLETE A CASE STUDY
"Bolsover: Powered by Ambition. Built for Growth." Bolsover is rising - with bold ideas, thriving businesses, and a community full of potential. Through the Bolsover Place Programme , we’re celebrating everything that makes our district extraordinary. We’re backing entrepreneurs, regenerating town centres, and investing in skills, sustainability, and innovation. Whether you’re starting up or scaling up, we're here to help you grow. Flourish | Bolsover : ✅ Access local contrac
Oct 13, 20251 min read


HELPING BOLSOVER BUSINESSES TO FLOURISH
Bolsover District Council is actively investing in regeneration, public realm improvements, and local services - meaning more contract opportunities are coming up.
Oct 13, 20251 min read


£15 MILLION REGENERATION INVESTMENT: PROGRESS IS UNDERWAY ACROSS BOLSOVER DISTRICT
As we move into the delivery phase of the Regeneration Programme, residents will begin to see more visible progress on the ground.
Oct 3, 20252 min read


FIRST NETWALKING EVENT FOR BOLSOVER CHAMPIONS
Join us at Hardwick Hall on Tuesday 21st October at 10am for a refreshing netwalking experience. Explore the beautiful surroundings of...
Sep 30, 20251 min read


PROJECT UPDATE: THE FORMER COOP, BOLSOVER TOWN CENTRE
We are working to design and deliver a landmark Creative Hub that celebrates Bolsover’s unique identity in the town centre.
Sep 30, 20252 min read


HAVE YOUR SAY: BOLSOVER PERCEPTION SURVEY 2025
Bolsover is a district with a proud past and an exciting future, but the most important part of that future is you.
Bolsover UK has launched the Perception Survey 2025, and we’re inviting everyone who lives, works, studies, or visits here to share their views.
Sep 30, 20252 min read


CAREERS FAIR AT EAST MIDLANDS DESIGNER OUTLET
Explore exciting career opportunities at the upcoming Roaming Careers Fair, hosted at East Midlands Designer Outlet.
Sep 29, 20252 min read


FLOURISH: EMBRACING OPPORTUNITY IN BOLSOVER
Bolsover is a district built on resilience, creativity, and ambition - and now, it’s time to shine a spotlight on everything that makes it extraordinary. As part of the Bolsover Place Programme, we are making a commitment to celebrate the best of Bolsover : its people, its businesses, and its boundless potential. This is a movement to uplift Bolsover’s identity, unlock its potential, and ensure every corner of the district has the opportunity to thrive. We’re reaching out to
Sep 22, 20252 min read


SPOTLIGHT ON CRESWELL CRAGS: BEST OF BOLSOVER 2025 VISITOR ECONOMY AWARD WINNER
Creswell Crags has long been one of Bolsover’s most treasured landmarks, a place where history and heritage come alive in dramatic limestone gorges and Ice Age caves. This year, their extraordinary contribution was recognised with the Visitor Economy Award at the Best of Bolsover Awards.
Sep 11, 20252 min read
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