Destination Chesterfield

Young people and parents encouraged to find out more about careers in healthcare

Young people and their parents or carers are being invited a session where they can learn more about careers in the health and social care sector.

The second Apprenticeship and Technical Education Information Event will include a question-and-answer panel session and the chance to speak with representatives from Chesterfield Royal Hospital and NHS Joined Up Care Careers about the range of roles in the sector and the different ways to access these careers, including through apprenticeships.

The free event is organised by Chesterfield Borough Council, the D2N2 Careers Hub and Workpays. It is designed to allow parents, carers, and young people to speak to experts in the sector about the training and career options available to young people after completing school.

Young apprentice ambassadors will also be attending to share their experiences and explain why they chose to pursue an apprenticeship.

The event will be held in the Heartspace area in Chesterfield College on Thursday 15 February from 6pm to 7.30pm. Free refreshments and hot food will be available to attendees.

Councillor Tricia Gilby, leader of Chesterfield Borough Council, said: “Our first event in Staveley was a great success with more than 50 people coming to find out more about career pathways in the construction industry. These events are a great way of learning about the range of careers available and seek to help young people, parents and carers to understand more about how apprenticeships work.

“This next event will focus on the valuable roles available in the health and care sector, and we’re welcoming experts from the sector, as well as those who have been through an apprenticeship, to speak directly about their experiences after leaving school – providing the information, advice and support that young people need to make an informed decision about their future.

“If you are interested in attending this event please book on as soon as possible as spaces are limited.”

Laura Wilkins, Operational Careers Hub Lead at D2N2, said: ““Building on the Construction event held in November at Staveley Miners Welfare FC, we are now looking forward to showcasing another priority sector for Chesterfield – Health and Social Care. We are excited to welcome parents, carers, young people and other members of the community to Chesterfield College to understand the routes into this sector. This will be a great opportunity to hear from people working within Health and Social Care, including young people on an apprenticeship pathway.”

Tina Patel, from the ASK programme/Workpays, said: after the successful event in November, this event will also provide information and guidance on how to look for the opportunities available in Health and Social Care. We have an ASK ambassador who can help to search for local vacancies and application support. I am looking forward to meeting you all at the event and to support parents and young people to look at all the opportunities available and to answer any questions.”

A third Apprenticeship and Technical Education Information Event is scheduled to be held in Spring 2024 and will focus on careers in the manufacturing sector.

To book a free place for the health and social care session please visit the Eventbrite listing.

Chesterfield Borough Council, Chesterfield College, Workpays, D2N2 Careers Hub and Chesterfield Royal Hospital support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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SMH Group grows with latest merger

Chartered Accountants & Tax Advisors, Howard Matthews Partnership, have merged into the SMH Group, allowing the established firm to offer even more financial services to its clients backed by the strength of the Yorkshire and Derbyshire-based group.

The SMH Group, which has a base in Chesterfield and sponsors Chesterfield Football Club’s stadium, boasts a comprehensive suite of additional business and personal financial services, spanning accountancy, financial guidance, commercial finance, wills & probate, and mortgage advice, serving businesses and individuals across the region.

Howard Matthews, Senior Partner at Howard Matthews Partnership comments: “Our alignment with the SMH Group, sharing similar values and client-centricity, promises an exciting future for everyone. They’re the perfect fit to ensure we can take Howard Matthews Partnership to the next level.

“SMH Group have the expertise to deliver the highest quality service to our clients, as well as introducing their full-service offering meaning they can access all their financial requirements under one roof. I am confident the merger will be of benefit to all our clients and staff alike.”

Jonathon Dickens, Partner at the SMH Group adds: “This latest merger into the SMH Group is an excellent opportunity for both firms – it provides long term security and more added value services for clients of Howard Matthews Partnership and allows us to bring the SMH Group into a new area in Harrogate, as we continue to expand into North and West Yorkshire.

“Our thanks go to Anna Catee at CMP Legal and Philip Jordan of Taylor & Emmet LLP, who advised on all the legal aspects of the deal.

“We would like to offer a warm welcome to all staff and clients of Howard Matthews Partnership into the SMH family.

SMH Group and CMP Legal supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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BRM unveils new brand identity and major office revamp

Derbyshire and South Yorkshire law firm, BRM has announced its rebrand after a period of significant growth across the organisation.

BRM’s new brand follows office expansion, targeted growth and high-profile appointments across the firm.

As well as a new logo, updated company values, and a new tagline, the rebrand sees the launch of the firm’s new website which better reflects the culture of BRM and the breadth of legal services it delivers nationally.

The company has completed a quarter of a million-pound refit of its Chesterfield office on Saltergate, whilst also expanding its Steel City House office in Sheffield by 3000 square feet.

Adrian Sheehan, Executive Director at BRM, said: “Our new brand marks a new era for BRM, and we’re delighted to share it with our clients, colleagues, and the community.

“Our updated brand better represents us as the firm we are in 2024. We’re a forward-thinking, innovative, and trusted organisation, and our new identity aligns with those values.

“Our new brand signifies the next step in our evolution and brings us up to date to reflect the quality of our services. One major step for us, is that we have dropped the word ‘solicitors’ in our name.

“We’re embedded within both the corporate world and the community, so our brand is now strong enough on its own. We will now be known as simply, ‘BRM’.

“We’ve served the people and businesses of South Yorkshire and Derbyshire for many years, and we are proud to be a strong pillar within the community. We have several charity and sporting partnerships within the region, which we look forward to continuing under our new brand.

“We’re a strong believer in company culture, and creating a positive environment for our teams to thrive in. We’re delighted both our Sheffield and Chesterfield offices have been fully renovated to fall in line with the re-brand which will add that extra bit of excitement around our new look.”

Thanks to recent expansion, the firm has appointed more than 20 new starters to its teams over the last six months, increasing staff numbers by 70 per cent over the last four years.

Rob Woodhead, Executive Director at BRM, said: “BRM is a fantastic place for people to bolster their legal career. Our ability to provide jobs, recruit and retain employees from the local area is a source of great pride to us.”

Paul Berresford, Executive Director at BRM, added: “Our updated identity is simple and modern and better portrays our first-class service, our commitment to being a leading employer, and our delivery of industry-leading legal services.

“We’re very proud of our history, our people, and the services we offer, and we’re very excited that our new, modern brand represents the exciting future and new era for BRM.”

Visit BRM’s website for more information about their legal services: brmlaw.co.uk

BRM supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Conference to showcase skills support on offer to Chesterfield firms 

Businesses in Chesterfield and North Derbyshire are being urged to capitalise on the support available to assist with improving the skills of their employees.

The Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Skills and Employability Conference will highlight the support available for businesses to upskill their workforce, further enabling local organisations to grow organically. The event is being hosted at Chesterfield’s Winding Wheel Theatre, on Thursday, 8th February 2024 (8am-11am).

Book your free place at the event here.

Research conducted by East Midlands Chamber found that 72% of local businesses have difficulties in recruiting suitable staff. Meanwhile, The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (2022), found that nearly two-fifths of organisations (38%) are increasing efforts to meet their needs by developing more talent in-house. Upskilling existing employees is the most common response to solving recruitment issues.

Attendees will hear how local businesses have benefited from investing in upskilling existing employees, including through apprenticeships. BHP Chartered Accountants will share how they have promoted more than 70 of their own staff into more senior roles within the last year, alongside taking on more than 40 new trainees.

Chesterfield Borough Council will also reveal more details about its new skills brokerage service for businesses. Funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the service aims to give firms a single point of contact for impartial advice and support on how to fill vacancies and reduce skills gaps within their organisations.

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Cllr Tricia Gilby, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council commented: “We’re proud to support the annual Skills and Employability Conference because we believe it helps businesses to share best practice and encourages them to work together to develop the skills of our residents, creating a resilient workforce who are able to capitalise on new opportunities and help local businesses to grow. This year the conference will be heavily focused on the support that local businesses can access and I’d encourage any business owner to come along and find out more about the help available to them.”

Michael Timmins, Chair of the town’s Skills and Employment Partnership and Director at AECOM, said: “The annual Skills and Employability Conference continues to prove popular with firms across the town, enabling them to gain the latest information on the initiatives taking place to ensure we keep producing a strong and talented workforce for our organisations to thrive. As a collective, our town must continue to play its part in unlocking the potential of our people, so I would urge any business owner in the area to attend the conference and see how we can support you to grow.”

The Chesterfield & North Derbyshire Employability & Skills Conference is delivered by the Chesterfield Skills and Employment Partnership in association with Chesterfield Borough Council and Destination Chesterfield.

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Win food and drink vouchers for Peddler Chesterfield by taking part in our survey

Chesterfield residents and visitors are being invited to share their views on the town through the latest Love Chesterfield surveys.

The Love Chesterfield Surveys include a consumer and business survey, which are published on a quarterly basis to provide feedback on what has been happening in and around Chesterfield.

Love Chesterfield is a campaign organised by Chesterfield Borough Council in partnership with Destination Chesterfield to promote and support high streets and town centres across the borough of Chesterfield.

The short surveys will ask you two different sets of questions, depending on if you are a consumer or a business owner.

The consumer survey will ask you to update us on what events or venues you have attended and services you have used recently in our communities.

The business survey will ask about your performance and any changes you have noticed in the last three months.

Please spend a few minutes to complete the relevant questionnaire. The results will allow us to monitor the performance of the town, the success of marketing campaigns and business support and will help to shape future activity to support high street businesses across the borough.

The survey will close on 19 February 2024.

At the end of the consumer questionnaire, there is an opportunity to win food and drink vouchers for two people at the next Peddler Chesterfield event on Friday 22nd March or Saturday 23rd March.

Businesses who complete the survey, will have the chance to enter a prize draw to win advertising for your business in the Destination Chesterfield business or leisure e-shot (worth £100).

  • The Leisure E-shot which is sent to nearly 8,000 contacts on a weekly basis or
  • The Business E-shot which is sent to almost 5,000 contacts on a weekly basis.

A winner will be drawn in Spring 2024. To qualify for the prize draw, you must have filled out the previous surveys in May, July and October 2023 as well as this survey.

The email the banner ad will feature in will depend on the type of services and products the winning business delivers – the most relevant email will be selected by matching the business end consumer with the email’s audience.

Complete the surveys here:

Business: https://chesterfieldboroughcouncil.welcomesyourfeedback.net/blpp4h

Consumer: https://chesterfieldboroughcouncil.welcomesyourfeedback.net/weg9pr

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It’s time to reflect on another year at Destination Chesterfield

Do you reflect enough on what you have achieved and take time to celebrate your successes?   

We discussed this question at our Destination Chesterfield Strategy Day.   

As a place marketing partnership, we focus on promoting Chesterfield and telling the place story with our Chesterfield Champions and other partners.

This blog celebrates some of Destination Chesterfield’s achievements in 2023.

Working together to shape our direction

 In January, we held our annual consultation session with our Chesterfield Champions. They wanted us to continue our activity to attract investment to the town and promote Chesterfield as a place to visit and spend leisure time.  

In my view, the strength of the Destination Chesterfield Partnership comes from collaboration and a shared approach to promoting and developing our town. We give partners a chance to have a say on what we deliver, get involved if they want to, and influence policy for the borough.

Chesterfield Champions Consultation event

Skills for the future

In February, we organised, for Chesterfield Borough Council, the Employability and Skills Conference at the Winding Wheel, focusing on businesses working with schools to develop talent for the future.

Future talent has been a focus for Destination Chesterfield’s Manufacturing and Property and Construction Groups this year. Local businesses committed to supporting initiatives such as Made in Chesterfield and the successfully piloted Careers Made in Chesterfield programme with Chesterfield Borough Council and Parkside School.

Careers Made In Chesterfield - Parkside Community School pilot

A vision for Chesterfield

The Celebrate Chesterfield Business event, attended by 300 delegates, relaunched the Chesterfield Story and showcased the new Chesterfield Borough Council Growth Strategy.   

We asked partners to commit to their vision for Chesterfield in 2030 and collectively support the promotion of the town. 

Steve Judge presenting at Celebrate Chesterfield event

Team Chesterfield hit the road

A delegation from Destination Chesterfield, Chesterfield Borough Council and Chesterfield Champions attended UKReiif in Leeds in May.  

The event is the largest Property and Infrastructure event in the country.  

Destination Chesterfield coordinated activities which included showcasing major sites and opportunities at panel discussions, launching the new investment prospectus, a media campaign to support activity and arranging meetings with potential investors, developers and funders.

DR Huw Bowen UKREiiF Harworth Panel

Bringing the town centre to life

June saw the launch of Peddler Market Chesterfield by Peddler Events and Chesterfield Borough Council. The Destination Chesterfield team supported the marketing and organised the launch event.

The first event was a success for the traders and attracted footfall to the town centre.

Following the success of the launch event, Destination Chesterfield has teamed up with Peddler Events to create Peddler Connect, an informal business networking event open to all businesses and will take place at future Peddler Market Chesterfield events.   

As requested by some of our Chesterfield Champions in January, the event offers networking opportunities but supports our objectives of attracting people to the town centre.

Crowds enjoying food at colourful market in Chesterfield

 An eventful summer

In January, Champions asked for more events and festivals in Chesterfield. Over the summer, it was great to see Eat in the Park and the Chesterfield Children’s Festival alongside the return of existing favourites such as the BRM Solicitors Chesterfield Festival of Cricket, Chesterfield Pride and the Chesterfield Medieval Fun Day.

Throughout the summer months, Destination Chesterfield managed the Summer in Chesterfield Campaign. The campaign was seen over 1.6 million times by target audiences. The Love Chesterfield Survey identified that 38% of people who saw the campaign said it influenced them to support local retailers.

Summer in Chesterfield

The office is dead, long live the office!

In August, the Chesterfield Office Campaign ended. Launched in 2022, it showcased office space available in Chesterfield for businesses looking to start up and grow.

It has been great to see the success of One Waterside Place, which is now fully let, and the range of businesses that have chosen the Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre.

Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre

A place to visit

Destination Chesterfield secured funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund to develop and deliver a Short-break campaign for Chesterfield.

Research has been commissioned and is currently being carried out with both former visitors and non-visitors to shape a marketing campaign which will launch in 2024.

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Why Chesterfield Why Now?

We delivered the Chesterfield Investment Summit in October. The event showcased Why Chesterfield Why Now. We heard from investors, developers and businesses who highlighted our strategic location, affordability and supportive local authority and business community as to why they chose Chesterfield.

The feedback on this event was positive regarding the content, the people attending the event and the business conversations that took place at or because of the event.

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Christmas in Chesterfield

The Christmas in Chesterfield Campaign promotes the town over the festive period, encouraging residents to support local and attracting people within an hour of Chesterfield to enjoy our town.

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The business community is leading the way

Destination Chesterfield is led by an independent board of directors from the private and public sectors. The Destination Chesterfield Review by Thinking Places recommended an update of the governance and a refresh of board membership.  

Expressions of interest from employees at Chesterfield Champion businesses who would be interested in joining the board are now open.

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Championing Chesterfield

Did you know we work with over 220 businesses and organisations that are Chesterfield Champions?

Throughout 2023, the number of businesses committing to work collectively to promote Chesterfield has grown again.

Every month, the team update partners through events and marketing activity.

They are also working with Champions to gather content for campaigns and celebrate the success of Chesterfield businesses through our news content.

Teamwork makes the dream work

I am immensely proud of what Destination Chesterfield delivers and the hard work the team put in to bring together a range of campaigns and activities to meet the objectives of our strategy and ultimately support Chesterfield’s growth ambitions.

Thank you to our board members, Chesterfield Champions and delivery partners for supporting us in raising the profile of and changing perceptions of the borough of Chesterfield.

Next year I am looking forward to launching the new Destination Chesterfield Strategy 2024 – 2027. 

Join us at the Celebrate Chesterfield Business Event on the 20th March to discover more and get involved in delivering it!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Businesses celebrate Chesterfield’s biggest successes from 2023

2023 has seen significant investment in Chesterfield, with sites including One Waterside Place, Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre, and Hartington Business Park all helping to grow our town’s economy.

Meanwhile, announcements of further developments in the town continue to drive forward economic activity, with multi-million pound projects set to get underway in Chesterfield and Staveley’s town centres. Planning permission has been submitted for the much anticipated Gateway @Peak development, giving visitors a base to explore Chesterfield and the Peak District.

With major progress being made across our town in 2023 and further ambitions for growth in 2024, the town’s network of Chesterfield Champions have shared with us their biggest successes from the past 12 months.

Peter Swallow, Chair, Destination Chesterfield

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“This year, it has been great to see the success of the town’s new flagship office spaces, One Waterside Place and the Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre. Elsewhere, Markham Vale continues to attract new businesses to the area, and Staveley’s Hartington Business Park has also demonstrated a strong appetite from businesses to invest in our town. In 2024, I look forward to projects such as the Gateway @Peak, the refurbishment of Stephenson Memorial Hall, and the revitalisation of our high streets boosting Chesterfield’s regeneration even further.” 

About Destination Chesterfield.

Cllr Tricia Gilby, Leader, Chesterfield Borough Council

Female leader of Chesterfield Borough Council in red jacket on Town Hall balcony

“There is lots to be excited about in 2024. We will continue to put external funding to good use by investing in the future of our borough, our project to revitalise Chesterfield town centre will begin and link with the transformation of Stephenson Memorial Hall into a world-class theatre and museum. Working with our Staveley Town Deal partners, significant progress will be made towards realising the ambitious projects that will ensure the town is a place to start, to stay and to grow. We will also be investing in more affordable housing for our community. Heading into 2024 we continue to face some difficult decisions around our budget, but we will ensure that putting our community first is at the heart of everything we do.”

About Chesterfield Borough Council

Dom Stevens, Manager, Destination Chesterfield

Dom Stevens, Destination Chesterfield

“2023 has been a year of positivity and progress. New events such as Peddler Market, Chesterfield Children’s Festival, and Eat in the Park, alongside established favourites, have helped to support our independent businesses and the wider economy. In 2024, I look forward to more of the same, with partnerships and collaborations helping bring forward our town’s ambitions.”

About Destination Chesterfield.

David Pratt, Building Control Manager, DBCP

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“The new office developments in Chesterfield have been a triumph for the town in 2023. They have attracted businesses into the town and set the bar for construction standards and high quality where building control is concerned. With all the developments happening now, and in the future, it is an opportunity for the town to lead on build quality next year and beyond.”

About DBCP

Amy McCroray, Marketing Administrator, Rosewood Wealth Management

Amy McCroray Rosewood Wealth

This year, Rosewood has enjoyed being part of Chesterfield’s flagship regeneration project, Chesterfield Waterside. Joining 3 other businesses in relocating to the environmentally-friendly Basin Square office building, the development will encourage more visitors to Chesterfield and create stronger local business links. Looking ahead to 2024, the Rosewood team is most optimistic about the continued regeneration of the town with upcoming projects to include the refurbishment of Chesterfield train station.

About Rosewood Wealth Management

Nick Grayson, Managing Director, Pinelog Limited

Nick Grayson Pinelog

“2023 was the year that Pinelog became part of Chesterfield’s business community, after we relocated our manufacturing premises from Bakewell to Sheepbridge. Being able to see Chesterfield’s success developing in real time and the growth in business premises has been immensely encouraging. There is so much happening in the town, and I am delighted that the business is now part of the story. 2024 will be an exciting year for Pinelog and Chesterfield.”

Anna Melton, Owner  and Director, In the Works PR

Anna Melton In The Works

“What a year 2023 has been! Full of highs and lows, which Chesterfield has dealt with and, in many cases, emerged stronger. Looking to the future, I have high hopes for the town centre. There is a lot of investment taking place and the new offices at the Donut and Waterside are adding to footfall. I think 2024 will be the year that local people rediscover Chesterfield town centre.”

About In the Works PR

Rob Woodhead, Head of Private Client and Executive Director, BRM Solicitors

Rob Woodhead - BRM Solicitors

“2023 has seen a year of progressive change for Chesterfield and we’re looking forward to seeing what 2024 will bring for the town. We’re delighted to continue to be one of the leading providers of commercial and private client legal services in the area and we’re delighted to champion Chesterfield as a great place to do business as well as being a sought-after place to live. We’ve had another successful year supporting the local community and being a part of the ongoing regeneration of the town through various commercial property deals.”

About BRM Solicitors

Siân Spencer Bray​​​​, Clinical Director & Lead Psychotherapist, Therapy and Lifestyle Clinic

Sian Spencer-Bray Therapy and Lifestyle Clinic

“2023 has brought to light the togetherness of our businesses. With many collaborations and partnerships, you can see how passionate Chesterfield businesses are about working closely with each other to offer more to customers and service users. The increase in events in and around Chesterfield brings a great sense of community and showcases many of the wonderful businesses we have too. It is wonderful to see so many businesses championing positive mental health and wellness in their workplaces and within the community.”

About Therapy and Lifestyle Clinic

Josh Dickens, Business Development & Marketing Manager, SMH Group

Josh Dickens SMH Group

“Chesterfield FC is the biggest success story in our opinion, and we aren’t just saying this because of our sponsorship of the stadium. The team’s captivating performance promises the potential for promotion, anticipating increased attendance, TV exposure, sponsorship opportunities, and financial support for various developmental aspects. Additionally, the Community Trust’s takeover has fostered stability and trust, attracting businesses and fans eager to support the restructured setup.”

About SMH Group

Mike Jones, Customer Relationship Manager, Windowcharm Blinds & Curtains

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“Over the past year, there have been many successes for Chesterfield. One of the biggest achievements has been the town’s ability to maintain a strong economy despite the challenges posed by the cost-of-living crisis. The community has shown resilience and adaptability, and I believe this will continue to be a driving force for growth in the years to come. With continued investment in infrastructure and businesses, the town has the potential to become a hub for innovation and a destination for visitors.”

About Windowcharm Blinds & Curtains

Chris Sellars, Chief Executive and Legal Counsel, Bridge Help

“The floods were devastating for the town, including a member of the Bridge Help team whose home was flooded. However, to see how everyone pulled together helping residents and businesses, confirmed that Chesterfield’s spirit continues to be strong in adversity. 2024 will be a challenging year for the country, however I have no doubt that Chesterfield will not only come out fighting but stronger – if past performance is anything to go by.”

About Bridge Help

James Pogson, Managing Director, Northern Tea Merchants

James Posgon - Northern Tea Merchants

“The floods brought devastation to Chatsworth Road and surrounding areas this year, and Northern Tea Merchants was one of the many businesses affected. Whilst terrible, I was delighted at how the community rallied to support each other. Changes need to be made, so I am looking forward to seeing new and successful flood prevention measures in 2024, that will preclude this from happening again and will benefit residents and businesses.”

About Northern Tea Merchants

Jamie Wajs, Owner, Lime Living Estate Agents

Jamie Wajs Lime Living

“The town continues to show that it has an attractive and strong local business and employment economy and there has been a good level of positive investment in new infrastructure during 2023 and with more in the pipeline for 2024. This is making Chesterfield an attractive place to live and work, with the town having a lot more to offer.”

About Lime Living Estate Agents

Katie Ash, Head of Employment Law, Banner Jones Solicitors

Katie Ash - Banner Jones Solicitors

“I’m excited to see that there have been so many new business start-ups over the year and businesses relocating to Chesterfield. As a Chesterfield business of 145 years, it is important for us that the local economy grows and strengthens. We continue to build strategic partnerships with local businesses (including other Chesterfield Champions) offering a full range of commercial legal services and employment law services”.

About Banner Jones Solicitors

Stuart Rooker, Careers Lead, Direct Education Business Partnership

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“It’s been fantastic to see a brand-new programme piloted in Chesterfield this year and set to expand over the next four. The ‘Careers Made in Chesterfield’ (CMiC) workshop programme is an exciting initiative to deliver careers-related workshops in schools and forge links with local businesses. The pilot focused on the property and construction sector, and the project will widen to include health and care, and engineering and manufacturing.”

About Direct Education Business Partnership

David Whiteley, Co-Director, FWD Motion

David Whiteley FWD Motion

“Chesterfield’s ongoing resilience is what really stands out for me in 2023. It has been incredibly moving to see the community come together to support one another. We simply hope that in 2024 we see our residents, workers, and businesses back on their feet.”

About FWD Motion

Rod Auton, Secretary, Chesterfield Canal Trust

“I’m delighted that One Waterside Place is now fully occupied. Hopefully this will be the encouragement needed for the rest of the developments around the canal basin at Chesterfield Waterside to get underway. I am very much looking forward to the Staveley Town Deal’s canal projects starting on the ground after years of planning. These are the construction of the first building at Staveley Town Basin, the new Trans-Pennine Trail Bridge and the subsequent restoration of the canal further east.”

About Chesterfield Canal Trust

Dominic Staniforth, Partner, BHP Chartered Accountants

Dominic Staniforth BHP

“Chesterfield is experiencing a renaissance, with schemes like the £340 million Waterside Regeneration project playing a vital role in attracting both talent and high-quality businesses to the area. Our home, One Waterside Place, a desirable location next to the station, has proved the mantra ‘build it and they will come’, with its six floors of Grade A office accommodation now fully let. It was fantastic to see the Government award a £20 million grant from the Levelling Up Fund which will support the refurbishment of Stephenson Memorial Hall, modernisation of Chesterfield Museum with new education, and community facilities.”

About BHP Chartered Accountants

Amy Revell, Co-Founder and Director, We Are Spaces

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“The office market in Chesterfield has been a great success! One Waterside Place is now fully let, The Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre is more than 85% occupied, The Glass Yard is around 95% occupied and The HQ Building is proving popular. These successes then support further developments to materialise and ensure a good level of Grade A office space continues to be available. I believe we are very well placed to ensure businesses can recruit and retain skilled people in high quality and affordable workspaces.”

Paul Lewis, Head of Partnerships, Mortgage 1st

“It is tough to narrow it down to one standout moment from the year but the town benefitting from £20m over the next 10 years via the Government levelling up investment fund was a pivotal success for Chesterfield in 2023; this along with further investment in and around the town will hopefully see the town centre flourish once more. The hope of enhanced amenities and job opportunities means that we can all look forward to 2024 with great optimism.

About Mortgage 1st

Matt Close, UK Business Lead, NeoDyne

Matt Close NeoDyne Landscape

“2023 marks a milestone for NeoDyne with our first Christmas in Chesterfield. The Borough Council has successfully attracted and supported new businesses in 2023, and we’ve certainly experienced the welcome and benefitted from their support. Looking forward to 2024, we’re excited about the continued investment in the town centre and Waterside regeneration projects. We intend to play our part by championing Chesterfield as a great place to live and work.”

Richard Fowler, Technical Sales and Account Manager, RA Information Systems

Richard Fowler RA Information Systems Landscape

“Having worked alongside our customers for over two decades, we have seen a remarkable transformation in Chesterfield’s business landscape. The recent success of Northern Gateway Enterprise Centre and One Waterside Place, coupled with a surge in office space demand, reflects the town’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and tech-driven environment for businesses. This achievement positions Chesterfield as a robust hub, creating a ripple effect that not only attracts investment but also contributes to technology-driven workspace provision for the local community. Exciting times lie ahead as we continue to shape Chesterfield’s economic success story.”

About RA Information Systems

Emma Pymm, Head of Partnerships and Client Relations, ActionCoach

Emma Pymm Action Coach

“The real success for Chesterfield is the continued progression of our business community working together and building impactful relationships. I hope that we can continue to put Chesterfield on the map as not just a through town to the beautiful Peak District, but a thriving gateway for visitors to enjoy and make unforgettable memories. In turn, this will build our economy for future generations. I believe the Gateway at PEAK will play a major part in supporting this.”

Kriston Harvey, Director, Rodgers Leask

Kriston Harvey - Rodgers Leask

“I think the biggest success in 2023 has been the strength of the public and private sector collaboration to drive forward the numerous local projects. It was evident from the full house at the Chesterfield Investment Summit just how broad the support is within the local business community. On a personal level, I was delighted to be involved with the Careers Made in Chesterfield initiative. It was great to see the enthusiasm from the students and excellent to hear that a number were now considering a career in the construction industry!”

About Rodgers Leask

Jimmy Drew, Commercial Manager, Derbyshire County Cricket Club

“Our five days of cricket at the picturesque Queen’s Park are the highlight of our calendar, especially the T20 match. In front of a sold-out crowd, an incredible atmosphere and a record victory of 144 runs in 2023, we hope next year’s festival can be bigger and better than previous years, as we continue to put on a brilliant event for the residents in the north of the county.”

About Derbyshire County Cricket Club 

Emily Bowman, Managing Director, Junction Arts

Emily Bowman Junction Arts landsape

“Here at Junction Arts, we are extremely proud of the Chesterfield Children’s Festival that we delivered this year. We welcomed over 8,500 people across the two-day event, boosting the town centre economy and encouraging families to experience a range of creative activities. We are excited to build our offer for Chesterfield next year and are looking forward to creating more memorable moments for families to come together, share ideas and get creative!”

About Junction Arts

Catherine Wenborn, Managing Director, Vines Legal Limited

Catherine Wenborn Vines Legal

“The biggest success for Chesterfield over the last year is the continued creation of great spaces for work and leisure encouraging businesses to relocate and visitors to the town.  In the coming year I hope to see currently unoccupied premises filled or redeveloped to good purpose.”

Nick Gorman, Owner, CCM Change Consultancy

Nick Gorman, CCM Change Consultancy

“The sustained and growing synergetic relationships in our Chesterfield business community continue to be a highlight of working in the town. The networking and knowledge share are vital to the quest for a thriving and rewarding business environment. Our future strategy should involve a plan that looks to capitalise on the environmental ambitions of CBC, matching our local business passion, acumen, professionalism, and innovation with a pursuit of sustainability.”

About CCM Change Consultancy

Georgia Severn, Sales Co-ordinator and Head of Marketing, Custom Solar

Georgia Severn Custom Solar Landscape

“The biggest success for Chesterfield 2023 from my perspective at Custom Solar is the increase in local business’ investments into renewables. We’ve helped multiple clients in our local hometown start their journey to Net-Zero with Solar PV installations, which inevitably, supports the town’s goals too. For 2024 we are excited to continue supporting our neighbouring companies reduce their Carbon emissions as we already have multiple projects for Chesterfield in our pipeline.”

About Custom Solar

Ben Knights, Trainee Estates Manager, FI Real Estate Management

Ben Knights FI Real Estate

Within 2023 FI Real Estate Management has seen numerous changes to businesses ways of working and how they want to utilise the space in which they work from. Chesterfield itself is almost perfectly adapted to these requirements with the council identifying these trends early and creating space to help nurture growing local businesses. Something we also did ourselves was helping create high quality office space at both The HQ and The Quad in Chesterfield.

About FI Real Estate Management

Emma Woodhall, Director, Learning Curve Group Hair and Beauty Academies

Emma Woodhall Learning Curve Landscape

“It’s been a great year for us; we were awarded Training Provider of the Year at the 2023 VTCT Awards. Looking to 2024 our aim is to support hundreds more learners in the region to achieve qualifications to succeed in the industry, training the next generation of beauty therapists and hairstylists! We are looking to build upon current relationships to retain talent within Chesterfield, and support local business.”

The businesses featured in this article support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Chesterfield manufacturers support town’s young people despite Storm Babet disruption

Several Chesterfield firms have supported young people to gain insights into careers in manufacturing and engineering, despite some firms experiencing business interruption caused by Storm Babet.

During the Made in Chesterfield campaign which ran throughout November, school pupils in the town gained access to some of the area’s leading companies, to explore what a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) could look like for them.

Despite the storms in October which saw floods in many parts of Chesterfield, firms still gave up their time and resources to offer tours of their premises where possible.

United Cast Bar paid visits to several local schools, showcasing their commitment to supporting young people and informing them of the careers available. The company gave presentations on the range of exciting careers available in manufacturing and engineering, as well as explaining the importance of cast iron production to support other sectors around the world.

Hosted by Destination Chesterfield in association with Direct Education Business Partnership (DEBP) and sponsored by Chesterfield College, the purpose of Made in Chesterfield is to help close skills gaps in the town’s manufacturing and engineering sectors, with just under 4,000 people set to be working in those key industries across the Chesterfield borough by 2030.

Several firms joined United Cast Bar to support the campaign, including Hogg Norton, Penny Hydraulics, MSE Hiller, Dalton Roofing, and Weightron Bilanciai.

James Brand, Managing Director (Foundries) at United Cast Bar Group, said: “Our organisation has supported Made in Chesterfield since 2014, and despite facing some disruption to our business activity back in October, we were determined to continue our commitment to this vital campaign. Young people are the future of our business and for Chesterfield’s diverse manufacturing sector. Therefore, it is essential to support them by showcasing the wide range of career opportunities we can offer.”

Ivan Fomin, Director at MSE Hiller and Destination Chesterfield board member commented: “Made in Chesterfield continues to inspire the next generation of skilled individuals across our area. Not only does it support businesses in helping them build a talented workforce, but it also highlights to young people the clear pathways available to them. We know that businesses continue to face challenges around recruitment, which is why schemes such as Made in Chesterfield are vital to ensure our key sectors of manufacturing, engineering and construction continue to thrive in the future.”

Julie Richards, Principal and CEO of Chesterfield College said: “Having sponsored Made in Chesterfield for several years, we have seen the real impact the initiative has had on people’s lives. Once again, we were proud to support this campaign in inspiring young people to consider a rewarding career in Chesterfield’s growing manufacturing, engineering and construction industries.”

Clare Talati, CEO of Direct Education Business Partnership (DEBP) added: “Made in Chesterfield makes an important contribution to the CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) offer across the area; providing context for learners of the world of work, showcasing local opportunities, and enabling employers to meet potential future employees.”

Thanks to partners, Made in Chesterfield has now completed activities to engage students for a tenth year, one of several campaigns designed to raise the profile of living and working in Chesterfield.

The Destination Chesterfield Partnership has received £180,000 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. It follows a successful funding bid by Chesterfield Borough Council, to secure £2.69 million worth of funding for local projects.

Engineer with protective gear at work at Weightron

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Chesterfield voted happiest place to live in East Midlands

Chesterfield has been ranked as the happiest place to live in the East Midlands by Rightmove in its 2023 Happy at Home index.

Each year, the firm asks thousands of people across Great Britain how they feel about where they live. This year’s study was completed by over 26,000 residents.

Contributors said Chesterfield gives them a sense of pride, belonging and community. Access to green space and nature is also important to residents, with those living in a rural area near a national park, or an area of outstanding natural beauty more likely to feel happy where they live.

Dom Stevens, Destination Chesterfield Manager, said: “It comes as no surprise that Chesterfield has been ranked as the happiest place to live in the East Midlands.

“My wife and I chose to base our family here thirteen years ago because of all the town has to offer. It is an affordable place to live, with green spaces and good schools, close to the Peak District National Park, and its central location allows us to travel to the rest of our family across the country easily. These strengths have only increased as our children have grown up in Chesterfield.”

Richard Sherwood, Director at Roy Peters Estates, commented: “Chesterfield enjoys a warm community feel, historic charm and a range of fantastic local amenities, making it a great choice for people without the added cost of living in a major city.

“The town also boasts fantastic transport links, with the added benefit of having the glorious Peak District National Park on its doorstep. All of these things make it a unique location to build a happy and healthy lifestyle.”

Daniel Elliott, Managing Director at Wilkins Vardy added:

“Chesterfield has always been a popular place to buy property, with a beautiful historic town centre and Chatsworth so close. When compared to the national average, property prices are extremely competitive and we are looking forward to a busy 2024 now that the market and mortgage rates seem to have settled.”

A popular town for families to live in, Chesterfield was also named the happiest place to live in the East Midlands by Rightmove in 2021.

Roy Peters Estates and Wilkins Vardy support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

Family walking at Queen's Park, surrounded by wild flowers

Queen’s Park, Chesterfield town centre

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Chair’s Blog: “It’s crucial we take full advantage of the opportunities that lay ahead in 2024 and beyond.”

2023 is ending, but there is no doubt that we go into the new year with optimism in Chesterfield. You will be aware that town centres across the UK need to adapt, and I am sure you will have heard about the projects to revitalise Chesterfield and Staveley’s high streets that are either happening behind the scenes or just beginning. Soon we will see this work taking place with our own eyes!

In Chesterfield town centre the £17 million project to refurbish the Council’s historic Stephenson Memorial Hall is underway. It will bring together an extended Pomegranate Theatre and modern Chesterfield Museum, alongside new gallery space, a café bar, and education and community facilities. By installing the latest technology and improving accessibility, we will ensure we can continue to attract the highest quality entertainment and culture to our town, adding to Chesterfield’s vibrancy as a visitor destination.

Stephenson Memorial Hall - Day

Starting in summer, the modernisation of our marketplace will begin. Plans involve creating a more defined, vibrant shopping zone with flexible space, better lighting, and digital connectivity. This will enable our town centre to host more events and activities, supporting both the market and the surrounding independent businesses. There will be new seating areas to encourage shoppers to stay longer and more trees will be planted for a greener town centre.

The connections between several key points in the town centre will also continue. You may have already seen some upgrades along Elder Way and Packers Row to make it more accessible. You will see more of this taking place in 2024, ensuring Chesterfield keeps its historic feel, but is fit for purpose going forward.

In Staveley, £6m will be spent on improved connectivity, lighting, more planting, space for an outdoor cinema and a landmark pavilion building, creating a more attractive place to visit and spend time.

Staveley town centre

These developments across our town centres are vital to ensuring their future. We all want to see our towns busy, full of people shopping, eating, drinking, and spending time with loved ones. We want to create quality jobs for local people and give businesses confidence that Chesterfield is an excellent destination to invest in.

We can all continue to play our part in this by shopping locally, using our local restaurants, cafes, leisure destinations and market stalls. There is so much happening this Christmas! It’s crucial we continue to back our town and ensure we take full advantage of the opportunities that lay ahead in 2024 and beyond.

Make the most of local shopping, events and activities taking place across Chesterfield throughout the festive period by visiting: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/christmas/

On behalf of the Destination Chesterfield board and team, I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

town centre chesterfield market hall

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Enjoy a festive feast this Christmas in Chesterfield

MPW Christmas 2 DoubleTree

Are you ready for mouth-watering food and drink this Christmas in Chesterfield?

With the countdown to Christmas usually comes more regular trips to the pub or meals out at restaurants. Whether you can’t get enough of traditional tastes of Christmas like roast turkey, orange and cinnamon, or are looking to try something new, you will find plenty of options in Chesterfield. But be quick – they tend to get booked up faster than Santa can say, “Ho-ho-ho”!

Don’t forget to find out more about the great gifts, food and drink, and activities on offer across Chesterfield this festive season. Find everything you need for the perfect Christmas, here.

Experience culinary creations at Taste Restaurant and Conservatory at Chesterfield College

Meal being plated up under food heater

Chefs at Taste Restaurant at Chesterfield College have been busy putting together their special Christmas menus. Their three course lunch is high quality and good value – you won’t believe they are training!

Starters

Celeriac Soup, Truffled Croutons, Herbs

Game Terrine, Chutney, Toasted Sourdough

Kidney Bean & Red Pepper Gnocchi, Sweet Potato Puree, Marinated Radicchio

Mains

All served with Roast Potatoes, Roast Parsnips, Buttered Sprouts, Spiced Glazed Carrots

Traditional Roast Turkey, Chipolata Sausage, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce

Roasted Fillet of Salmon, Sweet Pepper, Red Onion & Caper Crust

Grilled Seitan Steak, Mushroom & Tarragon Sauce (VE)

Desserts

Christmas Pudding, Brandy Sauce, Brandy Butter

Chocolate Tart, Spiced Apricot & Orange Compote

Burnt Lemon & Blueberry Cream

Discover a symphony of flavours at Double Tree by Hilton

Christmas dinner being carried on a tray

At Double Tree by Hilton you can dance the night away after a delicious two or three course meal. Specific dates are available, so don’t forget to check the calendar!

Friday/Saturday Starters

Hearty Root Vegetable Soup, Warm Bread & Butter (VE)

Beetroot Carpaccio, Trio of Coloured Beets, Rocket, Candied Walnuts, Goats Cheese, Truffle Oil (V & GF)

Ham Hock Terrine, Local Ham Hock, Sun Dried Tomatoes, House Chutney, Pickled Carrots, Thyme Crisp, Pea Shoots (GF)

Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday Mains

Roast Turkey Breast, Pig in Blanket, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Roasted Roots, Green Beans, Roast Pan Jus (GF)

Pan Fried Salmon Fillet, Garden Peas, Green Beans, Chorizo, Crushed Herb Potatoes, Parsley, Beurre Blanc, Pea Shoots (GF)

Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash Puree, Oven Roasted Butternut Squash, Parmesan Shards, Crispy Kale (V/ VE)

Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday Desserts

Christmas Pudding, Rum Sauce (GF)

Glazed Lemon Tart, Burnt Meringue, Blackberries

Christmas Eton Mess, Meringue Shards, Sweet Whipped Cream, Fruit Gel, Mince Pie, Mixed Berries, Chocolate Flakes

Fancy something more low-key? Find out about festive afternoon teas at Double Tree by Hilton, and evening meals at Marco Pierre, as well as their Christmas Day and Year’s Eve meal.

Indulge in Casa Hotel’s mouth-watering meals

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If you want to bring in the festive season in style, look no further than Casa Hotel. Their sophisticated midweek festive lunch will satisfy your cravings with the option to have two or three courses.

Starters

Field Mushroom & Truffle Soup, Truffle Oil, Ciabatta Croutons (VG/GF)

Chicken, Port & Tarragon Terrine, Parma Ham, Smoked Tomato Chutney, Garlic Crostini

Classic Prawn Cocktail, Marie Rose Sauce, Cucumber Ribbons, Cherry Vine Tomatoes, Buttered Granary Bread

Goat’s Cheese & Beetroot Tart, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Watercress Salad, Yuzu Dressing (V)

Mains

Hand-Carved Derbyshire Reared Turkey Breast, Chestnut & Cranberry Stuffing, Pancetta Wrapped Chipolatas, Good Fat Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Traditional Gravy

Walton Lodge Braised Beef Cheek, Horseradish & Chive Mashed Potato, Glazed Shallot, Buttered Savoy Cabbage, Red Wine Jus (GF)

Pan Roasted Fillet of Cod, Tarragon & Lemon Crushed New Potatoes, Wilted Buttered Greens, Crayfish & Parsley Beurre Blanc Sauce (GF)

Butternut Squash & Feta Wellington, Creamed Potato, Roasted Root Vegetables, Seasonal Greens, White Wine & Parsley Sauce (V)

Desserts

Traditional Christmas Pudding, Cranberry Compote, Dried Fruit & Brandy Sauce (V/GF)

Mulled Wine & Cinnamon Trifle, Cherry Jelly, Crème Anglaise, Berry Sponge, Freeze Dried Cherries

Passion Fruit & Yuzu Tart, Chantilly Crème, Mango Puree, Tuille (V)

Selection of Artisan Cheeses, Biscuits, Fresh Fruit, Homemade Chutney (V)

Casa Hotel will also be hosting Midweek and Christmas Party Nights in the Barcelona and Valencia Suites, which come with their own set menus.

Don’t fancy cooking on Christmas or Boxing Day? Find out more about celebratory meals in Cocina Restaurant or the Barcelona Suite.

For cosy meets charming, try Peak Edge Hotel

Christmas at Peak Edge

Perched on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Peak Edge Hotel is the perfect location for a picturesque festive lunch. Featuring the finest quality local ingredients, bookings are available for up to 10 guests.

Starters

Seasonal Soup of the Day, Warmed Sourdough (VG)

Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail, Marie Rose Sauce, Brown Bread

Chicken Liver Parfait, Red Onion Chutney, Toasted Brioche

Whipped Goat’s Cheese, Chicory, Pear Gel, Candied Walnuts (V/GF)

Cured Loch Duart Salmon, Dill Emulsion, Pickled Cucumber (GF)

Warmed Smoked Cheddar & Leek Tart, Tomato Chutney, Dressed Watercress (V)

Mains

Norfolk Bronze Turkey, Sage & Apricot Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets, Roast Potatoes, Chantenay Carrots, Maple Glazed Parsnips

Slow Cooked Blade of Walton Lodge Beef, Horseradish Mash, Crispy Pancetta, Baby Onions, Chestnut Mushrooms (GF)

Herb Crusted Cod Fillet, Caper & Dill Crushed Potatoes, Tenderstem Broccoli, Herb Cream Sauce (GF)

Butternut Squash & Sage Risotto, Toasted Pine Nuts, Watercress (VG/GF)

Goat’s Cheese & Beetroot Wellington, Herb Crushed Potatoes, Buttered Greens (V)

Market Fish of the Day

Desserts

Classic Christmas Pudding, Brandy Sauce

Bitter Chocolate & Malt Tart, Pistachios, Vanilla Ice Cream

Star Anise Poached Pears, Hazelnut Crumble, Pear Sorbet (BG/GF)

Yoghurt Panna Cotta, Mulled Fruits, Biscotti

Daltons Ice Cream Selection

Selection of Derbyshire Cheese, Apple & Sage Chutney, Crackers

Are you a big group who fancy a boogie? Why not check out the Christmas party nights, with a three course meal before a private function in either the Oak Room or Walton Suite.

Peak Edge will also be hosting Christmas and Boxing Day, as well as classic Sunday lunches every week in December.

Festive flavours with a twist at The Tickled TroutChristmas pizza with brussel sprouts and pigs in blankets

Tuck in at The Tickled Trout with their delicious festive party menu. Designed to cater for groups of eight and above, this seasonal delight is available throughout December, excluding Sundays. The meal can be served in both the private room and restaurant or lounge.

Starters

Baked Celeriac Gratin, Yorkshire Curly Kale (V)

Smoked Mackerel Pate, Torched Mackerel, Pickles (GFO)

Seasonal Velouté, Wye Bakehouse Bread (V Option) (GFO)

‘Bacon & Egg’ – Pork Belly, Quails Egg, Ketchup

Wicked Garlic Doughballs (V) (VE Option)

Mains

Slow Roasted Highfield House Beef, Roasted Beef Dripping, Carrot, Creamy Mashed Potato (GFO)

Hall Farm Barlow Herbed Turkey Breast, Date & Chestnut Stuffing, Garlic Roasted (GFO)

Looe Day Boat Hake, Fondant Potato, Crispy Pancetta, Chive Beurre Blanc (GFO)

Roasted Vegetable Lasagne, Tunworth Cheese Foam (V) (VE Option)

TT Christmas Pizza, Marinated Turkey, Pigs in Blankets, Parsnip, Cranberry, Sprouts (GFO)

Desserts

Passionfruit & White Chocolate Parfait, Lemongrass Ice Cream

Tickled Trout’s Famous Fruit Clootie, Gingerbread Ice Cream

‘Creme Caramel’ Vanilla Viennese

British Isles Artisan Cheese & Biscuits (£5 Supplement) (GFO)

Are you a group of less than eight? The Tickled Trout’s famous ‘festive pizza’ will be available for smaller groups who still want to get their taste buds tingling with festive flavours.

Taste a festive fusion at Tyzack’s Bar & Bistro – Stanedge Golf Club

Christmas tree next to a bar which says 'Tyzack's Bar and Bistro'

Whether you are a golfer or not, Stanedge Golf Club‘s Tyzack’s Bar and Bistro welcomes you for its Christmas Lunch set menu. With the option to select two or three courses, the menu will be available for dates throughout December.

Starters

Soup of the Day and Crusty Bread (V/VG)

Prawn Cocktail, Iceberg Lettuce, Marie Rose Sauce, Wholemeal Bread, Lemon Wedge

Duck and Orange Parfait, Sourdough Bread, Rocket, Festive Chutney (GF)

Mains

Hand-Carved Free-Range Derbyshire Turkey Breast, Roasted Potatoes, Creamy Mash, Seasonal Veg, ‘Pigs’ in Blankets, Sage, Onion & Sausage Stuffing, Pan Gravy (GF)

Oven Roasted Salmon Fillet, Roasted Potatoes, Creamy Mash, Seasonal Veg, Lemon Butter Cream Sauce (GF)

‘Chickmas Burger’, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Crispy Streaky Bacon, Cranberry Sauce, Brioche Bun, Goose Fat Roast Potatoes, Pigs in Blankets

‘Bauble & Squeak Burger’, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Melted Cheese, Cranberry Sauce, Toasted Bagel, Roasted Potatoes, Homemade Slaw (V/VG)

Desserts

Traditional Christmas Pudding, Brandy Sauce (V/VG)

Christmas Cheesecake of the Day (V)

Cheeseboard & Biscuits (£4 supplement)

Looking to continue the fun?

Band at Real Time Live

After your feast, continue the celebrations in Chesterfield with music, theatre and fun events.

Keep things relaxed by admiring the Christmas lights and decorations in Chesterfield town centre, at Revolution House or at Chatsworth House and Gardens.

Have a laugh and head to SMH Group Stadium for their Entertainment & Comedy Drag Night, or to the Winding Wheel Theatre for this year’s .

If a festive sing-song is your thing, there are plenty of carol concerts taking place in the town. More of a party animal? Why not check out a gig or the Christmas 80s Disco Party at Real Time Live?

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We love sharing our ideas for Christmas dining in Chesterfield. What would be even better though? Seeing photos and videos of you enjoying yourselves! Please remember to tag in Destination Chesterfield or use #LoveChesterfield to help spread the word about Christmas in Chesterfield!

More things to do this Christmas in Chesterfield.

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