Alfreton Cricket Club sign Quick

Alfreton Cricket have announced their overseas player for the 2023 season in the shape of Noah Quick. We asked his club mate, Tom, from East Belmont Cricket on what the club can expect from Noah. “ Soon to be making his way from East [...]

In Pictures: Beautiful Coronation-themed shop window displays

The Coronation of King Charles lll is almost upon us and there are some beautiful shop window displays marking the occasion. We've put together a gallery of pictures featuring shop window displays in Alfreton and the surrounding areas. [...]

David Nieper Academy celebrates Silver Artsmark accreditation

David Nieper Academy is delighted to have been awarded a Silver Artsmark accreditation through the Arts Council England. It follows a two year process of submitting a Statement of Commitment to Arts & Cultural Education, before track [...]

Reds' Amber Valley Ramble raises £1,500 for Alfreton Town FC

Alfreton Town Supporters’ Association raised an impressive £1,500 for the club with a sponsored walk on Sunday (April 23). Despite the miserable weather, 28 hardy souls braved the elements and embarked on the Reds' Amber Valley Ramble - [...]

Meet Alfreton's business owners: Retro and Ink

Located on the edge of Alfreton town centre is Retro and Ink - a unique independent business where you can get a tattoo and browse a range of retro and collectible items available for sale. The Church Street [...]

Wellbeing Sanctuary

Coming to Riddings Community Centre. 3rd July 2023 at 1.00pm til 2.30pm WELLBEING SANCTUARY Have you got health worries? Would you like the opportunity to talk with someone? Sometimes do you feel you just need someone outside of your [...]

Bid to build flats on land close to The Hub in South Normanton

A new planning application seeks permission to build flats on land close to The Hub in South Normanton. The application, submitted to Bolsover District Council, is for land to the rear of 9B Lees Lane, off Shiners Way. The land is cur [...]

Alfreton Park School opens pop-up cafe outside school gates

Alfreton Park School has opened a pop-up cafe outside its school gates, offering students work experience while raising money for its Deer Shed project. The cafe, located outside the school gates in Alfreton Park, will be open every Mond [...]

Alfreton Town up to fourth after narrow home win against Blyth Spartans

Matt Rhead’s second-half penalty on his return from injury was the deciding factor in Saturday’s (April 22) gritty 1-0 victory over Blyth Spartans in the National League North. The win takes [...]

80s Video Shop launches search for retro stickers - can you help?

The owners of Alfreton's 80s Video Shop are on the look out for retro stickers to display on th [...]