A Fresh Note for Summer!
Stanley and Stanley Common Parish Council present the Derwent Valley Wind Band on Sunday 5th July from 2pm at Stanley Village Hall/Recreation Ground, Park Avenue, Stanley, DE7 6FF.
Free entry and free refreshments
Events
Erewash Walking Month – Week 4
We are fast approaching the final week of Erewash Walking Month from the bank holiday weekend with lots of great walks to support you and your family during half term.
If you have not yet joined a walk, have a look at the list below because there is something for everyone including several walks on both weekends and some family walk activities for half term including a treasure hunt at West Park on Friday 29th May from 10 am – 12 noon.
Ockbrook and Borrowash Parish Council are running two walks over the next two Saturdays and Erewash Ramblers are running their final walk on Sunday 31st May around Breaston and Shardlow area.
Please circulate this to your professional networks together with your friends and family. Thank you.
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Saturday 23rd May
Hike to Ockbrook School and Church
Run by Ockbrook and Borrowash Parish Council
Time: 10 am – 12.15 pm
Start and finish: Coop car park, Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, DE71 3HE
Distance: Approx. 4.23 miles
Parking: On street parking only
Toilets: Yes
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: An easy hike covering most of the parish, with accessible paths suitable for all skill levels.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact cllr.michaelwarrener@ockbrookandborrowashparishcouncil.gov.uk
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs / Toilets
Monday 25th May
Shipley Lock Loop
Run by Monday Strollers in collaboration with Move More Cotmanhay
Time: 10.15 am – 12.30 noon
Start and finish: Victoria Park Leisure Centre, Manners Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8AT
Distance: Approx. 5.25 miles
Parking: On street parking only behind Victoria Park Leisure Centre
Toilets: At the start and finish of the walk
Accessibility: Approximately 1 – 5 stiles
Walk description: Meet new friends enjoying the fresh air and wildlife as we stroll down to Shipley Lock and along the Erewash Canal.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Toilets
Wednesday 27th May
Family Urban Explorers
Run by Erewash Museum
Time: 2 – 3 pm
Start and finish: Erewash Museum, High Street, Ilkeston, DE7 5JA
Distance: Approx. 1.5 miles
Parking: Yes, East Street car park
Toilets: Yes, at museum
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: Embark on a quest to uncover the secret stories of the town, perfect for primary age explorers.
Booking: Booking essential. Maximum numbers 20 on a first come first served basis.
Contact: To book your place please go to Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/erewash-museum. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Booking required / Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs / Toilets
Thursday 28th May
Elvaston Night Walk
Run by Elvaston Night Walk
Time: 7 – 8.15 pm
Start and finish: Thulston Village Green, Thulston, DE72 3EY
Distance: Approx. 3 miles
Parking: On street parking only
Toilets: No
Accessibility: 1 – 5 stiles
Walk description: An evening walk in and around Elvaston Castle Country Park.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended
Friday 29th May
Family Treasure Hunt
Run by Erewash Borough Council
Time: 10 am – 12 noon
Start and finish: West Park Leisure Centre, Wilsthorpe Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4AA
Distance: Approximately 1 – 2 miles
Parking: Yes, at West Park Leisure Centre
Toilets: Yes, at West Park Leisure Centre
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: Join us for a family treasure hunt around West Park. Meeting point West Park Leisure Centre reception.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the treasure hunt. If you have any queries or questions about the treasure hunt, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Suitable for wheelchair and pushchairs / Toilets
Saturday 30th May
The Hermitage – Hopwell Hall Farm Alpacas Loop
Run by Ockbrook and Borrowash Parish Council
Time: 10 am – 1 pm
Start and finish: The Royal Oak, Ockbrook, DE72 3SE
Distance: Approx. 6 miles
Parking: On street parking or at The Royal Oak if a customer
Toilets: At the start and finish of the walk
Accessibility: 6 – 10 stiles
Walk description: An intermediate hike. Easily accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact cllr.michaelwarrener@ockbrookandborrowashparishcouncil.gov.uk
Key: Moderate – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Dogs on leads welcome / Toilets
Guided Tour of Bennerley Viaduct
Run by Friends of Bennerley Viaduct
Time: 10 am – 12 noon
Start and finish: Bennerley Viaduct, Aswsworth Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8PX (Access via Newtons Lane, off Awsworth Road (what3words played.reds.whites). If you are coming from Nottingham (A6096 Shilo Way) turn right onto Newton’s Lane, then turn right again just before the railway bridge. If you are coming from Ilkeston, it is your first left after the railway bridge. The gate to the lane will be open. Drive down the tarmac lane until you arrive underneath the viaduct. Volunteers will be on hand to direct parking.
Distance: Approx. 1.5 miles
Parking: Yes, under viaduct
Toilets: No
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: Enjoy a guided tour around the historical site of Bennerley Viaduct led by friendly and intelligent volunteers.
Booking: You can book via Eventbrite or just turn up at the start of the walk.
Contact: To book your place please go to Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/50471020253?_gl=1*3j6twc*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODQ1MzgyNzgwLjE3NzI1NTE2NjY.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzI1NTE2NjUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzI1NTE2NjUkajYwJGwwJGgw . If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please email info@bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Booking required / Dogs on leads welcome
Sunday 31st May
Breaston The Coffin Walk and Shardlow Circular
Run by Erewash Ramblers
Time: 10.30 am – 3.45 pm
Start and finish: Behind Draycott Fish Bar in car park, 17 Derby Road, DE72 3NJ
Distance: Approx. 8.25 miles
Parking: Yes, free car park behind Draycott Fish Bar and on street parking
Toilets: Yes, at start and finish and at a pub in Shardlow
Accessibility: 10+ stiles
Walk description: Circular flat walk over fields, trails and footpaths.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Dogs on leads welcome / Toilets
If you would like any information on walking groups in Erewash, please go to Erewash Walking page https://www.erewash.gov.uk/community-support/community-health-and-wellbeing/walk-erewash
Erewash Walking Month – Week 3
Here’s what is happening this week – walks for everyone to join in with:
Tuesday 19th May
Free accessible walk for people living with long term health conditions
Run by Sofa2Stroll at Straws Bridge Nature Reserve
Time: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Start and finish: Straws Bridge Nature Reserve, Ilkeston, DE7 5FG (main car park near the information board)
Distance: Approx. 0.5 – 2 miles
Parking: Yes, free car park
Toilets: Yes
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: Monthly Sofa2Stroll+ walks which are gentle, inclusive and created to help you feel supported, connected and confident whilst out in nature.
Booking: You can book via Eventbrite or just turn up at the start of the walk.
Contact: To book your place please go to Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/sofa2stroll-103715373891. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact us via our Facebook page.
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Booking required / Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs / Toilets
Nutbrook and Woodside Circular
Run by Nutbrook Walking for Health
Time: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Start and finish: The POD, Summerfields Way South, Ilkeston, DE7 9JJ
Distance: Approx. 4.2 miles
Parking: Yes, at the POD
Toilets: No
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: A steady walk and chance to chat with a mixed group whilst enjoying being out in the countryside
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Waterproof footwear recommended
Wednesday 20th May
Growing Lives – Towpath Trail
Run by Growing Lives
Time: 10 am – 12.30 pm
Start and finish: 1 Grenville Drive, Ilkeston, DE7 8HT
Distance: Approx. 5 miles
Parking: On street parking only
Toilets: At the start and finish of the walk
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: A five-mile circular walk along Erewash and Nottingham Canal passing Bennerley Viaduct with refreshments at Growing Lives after the walk.
Booking: Booking essential. Maximum numbers 25 on a first come first served basis.
Contact: To book your place please email growinglives@derventiohousing.com
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Waterproof footwear recommended / Booking required / Toilets
Bat Watch at Bennerley Viaduct
Run by The Friends of Bennerley Viaduct
Time: 8.30 – 10 pm
Start and finish: Bennerley Viaduct, Aswsworth Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8PX (Access via Newtons Lane, off Awsworth Road (what3words played.reds.whites). If you are coming from Nottingham (A6096 Shilo Way) turn right onto Newton’s Lane, then turn right again just before the railway bridge. If you are coming from Ilkeston, it is your first left after the railway bridge. The gate to the lane will be open. Drive down the tarmac lane until you arrive underneath the viaduct. Volunteers will be on hand to direct parking.
Distance: Approx. 1.5 miles
Parking: Yes, under viaduct
Toilets: No
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: Come and see bats near Bennerley Viaduct at dusk, detector devices available to use.
Booking: You can book via Eventbrite or just turn up at the start of the walk.
Contact: To book your place please go to Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/50471020253?_gl=1*3j6twc*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODQ1MzgyNzgwLjE3NzI1NTE2NjY.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzI1NTE2NjUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzI1NTE2NjUkajYwJGwwJGgw . If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please email info@bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Booking required / Dogs on leads welcome
Thursday 21st May
Free accessible walk for people living with long term health conditions
Run by Sofa2Stroll at Elvaston Castle Country Park
Time: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Start and finish: Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, Derby, DE72 3EP (main car park near the wooden bird carving)
Distance: Approx. 1 – 2 miles
Parking: Yes, in main car park but charges apply
Toilets: Yes
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: Monthly Sofa2Stroll+ walks which are gentle, inclusive and created to help you feel supported, connected and confident whilst out in nature.
Booking: You can book via Eventbrite or just turn up at the start of the walk.
Contact: To book your place please go to Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/sofa2stroll-103715373891. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact us via our Facebook page.
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Booking required / Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs / Toilets
Walk in the Clouds
Run by Erewash Ramblers
Time: 10.30 am – 1.30 pm
Start and finish: Sandiacre Library car park,Doncaster Avenue, Sandiacre, NG10 5FJ
Distance: Approx. 6 miles
Parking: Yes, at Sandiacre Library
Toilets: No
Accessibility: 6 – 10 stiles
Walk description: Over Stoney Clouds Local Nature Reserve across Erewash Golf course up to Stanton by Dale and back via northern Risley.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Waterproof footwear recommended / Dogs on leads welcome
Elvaston Night Walk
Run by Elvaston Night Walk
Time: 7 – 8.15 pm
Start and finish: Thulston Village Green, Thulston, DE72 3EY
Distance: Approx. 3 miles
Parking: On street parking only
Toilets: No
Accessibility: 1 – 5 stiles
Walk description: An evening walk in and around Elvaston Castle Country Park.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended
Friday 22nd May
Rutland Track Walk
Run by Ilkeston Track Walk
Time: 10 – 11.30 am
Start and finish: Rutland Sports Park, West End Drive, Ilkeston, DE7 5GH
Distance: 400 metre laps round the athletics track
Parking: Yes, at Rutland Sports Park
Toilets: Yes, at Rutland Sports Park
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: An accessible walk round the athletics track, for members of the community
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children /Waterproof footwear recommended / Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs / Toilets
Saturday 23rd May
Hike to Ockbrook School and Church
Run by Ockbrook and Borrowash Parish Council
Time: 10 am – 12.15 pm
Start and finish: Coop car park, Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, DE71 3HE
Distance: Approx. 4.23 miles
Parking: On street parking only
Toilets: Yes
Accessibility: 0 stiles
Walk description: An easy hike covering most of the parish, with accessible paths suitable for all skill levels.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact cllr.michaelwarrener@ockbrookandborrowashparishcouncil.gov.uk
Key: Easy – flat terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs / Toilets
Monday 25th May
Shipley Lock Loop
Run by Monday Strollers in collaboration with Move More Cotmanhay
Time: 10.15 am – 12.30 noon
Start and finish: Victoria Park Leisure Centre, Manners Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8AT
Distance: Approx. 5.25 miles
Parking: On street parking only behind Victoria Park Leisure Centre
Toilets: At the start and finish of the walk
Accessibility: Approximately 1 – 5 stiles
Walk description: Meet new friends enjoying the fresh air and wildlife as we stroll down to Shipley Lock and along the Erewash Canal.
Booking: No booking is required.
Contact: Just turn up at the start of the walk. If you have any queries or questions about the walk, please contact communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk
Key: Medium – mixed terrain / Suitable for children / Waterproof footwear recommended / Toilets
FREE Home Energy Efficiency Event
Get Amped up for Energy Efficiency!
Come along to Stanley Village Hall on Saturday 16th May 2026 from 10am -12 midday for a FREE event, to meet energy experts including experienced installers, architects, retrofit assessors and coordinators. Watt are you waiting for?
Topics covered will include:
Insulation Methods & Materials
Solar Panels
Air Source Heat Pumps
Low Carbon Tariffs
Retrofitting in Conservation Areas
Grants, Eligibility & more.
Christmas Lights Switch-on 2025
Come along to the parish Christmas Light Switch-on events – Stanley Common – Friday 28th November 6pm at Top Club; Stanley – Friday 5th December 6pm at White Hart