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May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
Bukharaa New Mills: The Indian Restaurant Bringing Fine Dining to the High Peak
Bukharaa on Market Street in New Mills has earned a perfect 5.0 on TripAdvisor with its contemporary Indian menu, fine dining techniques, and must-try dishes including the Dumpukht Biryani and Railway Lamb Curry.
May 18, 2026
What's On in the High Peak: May 2026 Events Round-Up
A round-up of what's on in the High Peak and Peak District in May 2026, including High Peak Open Studios (23–25 May), the Buxton International Festival launch, and the Maverick Peak District X-Trail on 30 May.
May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
May 17, 2026
May 17, 2026
May 17, 2026
Buxton £100m Town Centre Transformation: Plans Submitted for The Springs Regeneration
Capital&Centric has submitted final plans for a £100m overhaul of The Springs shopping centre in Buxton, delivering 332 homes, new bars, cafés, and riverside public spaces — with 200 new car parking spaces opening first in spring 2027.
May 11, 2026
Chapel Butchers Block Chapel-en-le-Frith | Business Spotlight | Peak Press
Chapel Butchers Block on High Street in Chapel-en-le-Frith carries on the legacy of Mac Burnham's Traditional Family Butchers — same quality, same team, new name.
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
Buxton Town Hall Petition Tops 600 Signatures | Peak Press
More than 600 people have signed a petition opposing High Peak Borough Council's plans to sell the Grade II listed Buxton Town Hall, as community opposition grows.
May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
Derbyshire's First Red Routes Introduced at Castleton and Mam Tor | Peak Press
Derbyshire County Council has introduced the county's first-ever red routes at Castleton and Mam Tor, with a £70 fine for stopping. New double yellow lines are also being added to village streets.
May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
May 3, 2026
May 3, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
Apr 26, 2026
Buxton Town Hall Put Up For Sale by High Peak Borough Council
High Peak Borough Council has put the Grade II listed Buxton Town Hall up for sale, seeking a buyer who will preserve its historic heritage.
Apr 26, 2026
Peak District Tree Nursery to Replace Ash Dieback Losses
A new £20,000 tree nursery in the Peak District will grow oak, birch, and rowan to replace the millions of ash trees being lost to ash dieback disease.
Apr 26, 2026
Apr 26, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
Business Spotlight: Peak Vitality Natural Health Clinic
Meet Emma and Nick from Peak Vitality, bringing over 20 years of complementary medicine experience to the High Peak. Offering advanced body screening, laser pain relief, colonic hydrotherapy, and homeopathy.
Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
180 Homes Approved for Chapel-en-le-Frith Despite 650-Signature Petition
High Peak Borough Council has approved outline planning permission for up to 180 homes on a greenfield site at Crossings Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith, despite strong community opposition.
Apr 20, 2026
Dovedale Stepping Stones Unsafe Again After Storm Damage
The National Trust has warned visitors not to use Dovedale's famous stepping stones after one was dislodged by storm debris in November 2025. Derbyshire County Council plans repairs when water levels drop.
Apr 19, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
Bertha's Bar Opens at Whaley Bridge Cricket Club
Whaley Bridge Cricket Club has opened Bertha's Bar, a new community venue funded by a £20,000 local fundraising effort. Named after their WWII-era roller, the bar is open to the public.
Apr 13, 2026
The £60,000 Water Tower Airbnb on the Edge of the Peak District — Inside Derbyshire's Most Unusual Holiday Let
A couple spent £60,000 converting a derelict 1930s Art Deco water tower in Bolsover, on the edge of the Peak District, into a luxury Airbnb — complete with a glass-floored shower, spiral staircase, and six acres of countryside.
Apr 13, 2026
Network Rail Blocks Swift Nesting Holes at Chapel Milton Viaduct - Campaigners Demand Urgent Action
Swift nesting holes at Chapel Milton Viaduct in Derbyshire have been filled with mortar during a £7.5m Network Rail refurbishment, despite campaigners submitting evidence of nine nesting sites. Wildlife groups are calling for immediate action before the 2026 breeding season is lost.
Apr 13, 2026
Sir Lenny Henry: Still At Large — Live at Buxton Opera House, 9 May 2026
Sir Lenny Henry brings his acclaimed 50-year career retrospective show, Still At Large, to Buxton Opera House on Saturday 9 May 2026 — part stand-up, part storytelling, and a celebration of five decades in British entertainment.
Apr 13, 2026
Apr 13, 2026
Full-Fibre Broadband Coming to Rural High Peak as Openreach Wins Project Gigabit Contract
Openreach has been awarded a Project Gigabit contract to bring full-fibre broadband to rural High Peak communities in Derbyshire, ending years of slow and unreliable connectivity for thousands of homes and businesses.
Apr 7, 2026
Apr 7, 2026
Apr 7, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
New Mills Restaurant Crowned UK's Best Pasta at 2026 Italian Awards
A Tavola Gastronomia Siciliana in New Mills, High Peak, has been named the Best Pasta Restaurant in the UK at the 2026 Italian Awards. Chef Alessio Muccio's Sicilian restaurant makes everything fresh on site using traditional recipes and ingredients sourced directly from Sicily.
Mar 31, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
Peak Cluster CO2 Pipeline: High Peak Communities Fight Back Against Controversial Project
A 121-mile CO2 pipeline from the Peak District to the Irish Sea has sparked fierce opposition. We cover the Whaley Bridge public meeting, the 17,000-signature petition, and what it means for the High Peak.
Mar 23, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
Derbyshire Care Home Crisis: High Peak Faces Shortage as Council Sale Collapses
Derbyshire County Council's plan to sell eight care homes has collapsed, leaving the High Peak with a shortage of affordable care places and raising fears of rising costs and closures.
Mar 17, 2026
Drivers Near Buxton Pocket a Discount as Reform UK Stages Fuel Price Stunt
Reform UK's Nigel Farage and Robert Jenrick staged a fuel price giveaway at Newhaven Services near Buxton, but High Peak MP Jon Pearce says the party's promises at the pump simply don't add up.
Mar 9, 2026
High Peak Pie Company Wins National Acclaim in First Year of Business
New Mills-based Sett Valley Kitchen scoops two awards at the British Pie Awards 2026, beating over 1,000 competitors in its very first national entry. Find out where to buy their handmade pies.
Mar 6, 2026
A Wilder Peak: How the Wild Peak Project is Restoring Nature Across the Peak District
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust has completed its £1.69m Wild Peak habitat restoration project — planting 10,000 trees, restoring 70 hectares of meadow, and laying the groundwork for the return of black grouse and osprey.
Mar 5, 2026
The Chinley Graduate Giving the Arts Back to Everyone
How One 22-Year-Old is Building a More Inclusive Arts Scene in the High Peak
Feb 26, 2026
Whaley Bridge's Marathon Man: Running the London Marathon for Sarcoma UK
Whaley Bridge resident Bob Bell-Johnson is taking on the 2026 TCS London Marathon in memory of his mum Liz, who passed away from Sarcoma cancer 20 years ago. Read his inspiring story in The Peak Press.
Feb 26, 2026
Hope Works Seeks Permission to Extract 13 Million Tonnes of Limestone Until 2042
Breedon Cement submits planning application to extend Hope quarry operations, securing 230 jobs and 16% of UK cement supply. Public consultation runs until March 30th.
Feb 23, 2026
Deacon's Bank Chapel-en-le-Frith — Michelin Listed Fine Dining in the High Peak
Deacon's Bank in Chapel-en-le-Frith is a Michelin Guide-listed restaurant housed in a Grade II listed former bank. With two AA Rosettes and an exciting new chef-led chapter, it's a must-visit for serious food lovers in Derbyshire.
Feb 23, 2026
Almanac Glossop — Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant in the High Peak
Almanac in Glossop has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its inventive modern British small plates. Chef Luke Payne's neighbourhood restaurant is one of the High Peak's most exciting dining destinations.
Feb 23, 2026
The Pack Horse Hayfield — Michelin Guide Gastropub in the Peak District
Discover The Pack Horse in Hayfield, a Michelin Guide-listed gastropub run by self-taught chef Luke Payne. Seasonal British cooking, locally sourced ingredients, and a warm welcome on the edge of the Peak District.
Feb 22, 2026
The Tourism Tax Row: What It Would Actually Mean for High Peak
Every politician has an opinion. Here's what it means for a B&B in Edale and a cafe in Castleton.
Feb 22, 2026
Council tax increase and the High Peak in Derbyshire
Insights on the local government finance settlement and High Peak Borough Council
Feb 20, 2026
New Mills Restaurant A Tavola Shortlisted for National Italian Awards
Sicily-inspired eatery competing for Best Pasta and Best Front of House at London gala
Feb 19, 2026
High Peak Jobs Fair Returns to Buxton in March 2026
Free careers fair at the Crescent Hotel on March 20th. Connect with 40+ employers, explore apprenticeships, training programmes, and job opportunities across all industries and experience levels.
Feb 10, 2026
High Peak Braces for Snow as Met Office Issues Weather Warnings
High Peak residents prepare for significant snowfall and travel disruptions as Met Office issues weather warnings.
Feb 10, 2026
Exploring High Peak: A Journey Through England's Scenic Heartland
Discover High Peak's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. Explore hiking trails, historic sites, and upcoming attractions in this captivating region.