News
OZ BOX
An award-winning 'OZ-BOX' sessions are coming to Eckington, and we are pleased to invite you and your children to this fantastic initiative.
Initially, there will be 4 weekly sessions. The first session will be on Friday, 7th November between 6PM - 7PM at the Lighthouse in Eckington, S21 4AR
What is OzBox?
The OzBox scheme involves sessions of non-contact boxing and fitness training. The sessions are...
Posted: Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Seasonal Halloween Events
Parish Halloween Events
We are pleased to share that a number of Halloween events & activities will be taking place within our parish this October. These events are designed to bring together families, friends, and neighbours to enjoy seasonal celebrations in a safe and welcoming environment.
Children will have the opportunity to participate in creative craft sessions and games. Themed market day...
Posted: Wed, 17 Sep 2025
Summer Edition of the Newsletter
Please find the digital copy of our Summer Newsletter. Inside the issue are news regarding the Stead Street Park, next steps of the Local Plan, what is new at Renishaw & Spinkhill Hall and details about Heritage Days in Eckington/Renishaw. It is in downloadable PDF version.
You will receive the hard copy via your doors in upcoming days.
If you have any questions or cannot access the digital copy...
Posted: Wed, 6 Aug 2025
Play Park at Stead Street Open Day
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our brand new play park at Stead Street. The official open day will be on Friday, 25th July!This will be a fantastic space for anyone in our community and wider public - children, families, elderly or anyone else. You are very welcome to explore and enjoy the entertainment on the day, especially children. Friday, 25th July from 2PM
Face painting will be there...
Posted: Mon, 14 Jul 2025
Proposed changes to councils in Derby and Derbyshire - Consultation
Dear residents,
You might be aware that there are some proposed changes in Council structure. Derbyshire's eight district and borough councils, along with Derby City Council, are currently consulting on proposed changes to councils in Derby and Derbyshire.
The consultation is open from Monday 30 June to Sunday 10 August 2025. Feedback from the consultation will be used to shape the final proposal to...
Posted: Wed, 9 Jul 2025
Vacancies
Eckington Parish Council is currently having vacancies for the Bluebell Cafe (Cafe at Stead Street Park). The are two positions you can apply for:
Café Supervisor
Catering Assistant
Do you think you, or someone who you know would be suitable for those jobs? Then please find the job description, person specification and application form on our website: https://www.eckington-pc.gov.uk/vacancies2
The deadline for applications...
Posted: Fri, 20 Jun 2025
Annual Governance & Accountability Return 2024-25
Notice of Public Rights and Publication of Unaudited Annual Governance and Accountability Return 2024-25
Posted: Tue, 3 Jun 2025
Spring Newsletter 2025
Spring News from around our Parish. In this issue you can read Chairman Statement. Discover what is on in Ford & Ridgeway. If you like to book tickets for upcoming Civic Centre events, 2025 calendar is included inside. For the past few weeks, our staff was working on opening a new bar at Renishaw & Spinkhill Community Hall. The details and how to book the hall are inside the issue. You may...
Posted: Fri, 9 May 2025
Annual Parish Meeting
ANNUAL PARISH MEETING will be on 22nd April. We would like to welcome residents to discuss important matters with councillors. If you would like to attend the meeting, please let us know emailing clerk@eckington-pc.gov.uk or call on 01246 432770. Meeting will take place in Bluebell Room at Eckington Civic Centre, from 19:00Light refreshment will be available on the night
Posted: Tue, 15 Apr 2025
Vacancies
Eckington Parish Council opens vacancies. For the Bluebell Cafe (Cafe at Stead Street Park) we are recruiting for following roles:
Assistant Café Manager: https://www.eckington-pc.gov.uk/cafe-manager
Catering Assistants: https://www.eckington-pc.gov.uk/cook
Do you think you, or someone who you know would be suitable for those jobs? Then please find the job description, person specification and application form on our website.
Eckington is...
Posted: Tue, 8 Apr 2025
