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The snow-covered landscape in Bakewell on 20th January 1937.

Enjoy these pics of winter wonderlands around Derbyshire from yesteryear

A yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in place for all of the High Peak. Photo Met Office

Weather warnings and a road closure as snow hits High Peak

Queen Katelyn and her retinue singing a carol at the 2013 lights switch on. Photo Jason Chadwick

Christmas light switch on pics from more than a decade ago

Amanda Dejongh has a stroke five years ago. She has since raised lots of money for the Stroke Association and is currently contesting a parking fien with Iceland in Buxton. Photo submitted

Disabled woman's parking fine fight with Iceland

A lovely offering from regular contributor Andy Gregory shows autumn leaves along the track in Wye Dale.

Photos: Spectacular nature shots of the area from these talented readers

A reader would like to see the Government coming up with some bold new ideas, instead of rehashing old ones.

Letter: We need bold news ideas from our MP rather than empty platitudes

A black Audi crashed into railings on Fairfield Road in the early hours of Thursday November, 30. Photo submitted

Dramatic pictures of Buxton crash

Derbyshire schools reported a record number of suspensions in the autumn term last year, new figures show.

Record number of suspensions at Derbyshire schools

Paul Bohan from Zink wants the charity to set up a Community Benefit Society to become a housing association to help the people of Buxton. Photo Jason Chadwick

Zink charity become new landlords to house homeless people

Fairfield W.I. make a donation to help fund the new Defibrillator at Fairfield Club. W.I. members Angie Palmer and Nina Thompson with President Mary Bramwell and club Secretary Brain Rathbone. Photo Jason Chadwick

A defibrillator machine and a bleed kit has been installed at Fairfield Club

David Exwood addresses the meeting with Derbyshire farmers

NFU Vice President in Derbyshire to address county farmers

Farmers Andrew Wood, Joe Dalton, Jane Bassett and David Handford

New NFU farming leader set to champion Derbyshire farming

Mark Kenyon, Derbyshire County Council's director of finance and ICT.

Council chief uncertain he will be able to fill £33m budget black hole

British sweet makers Swizzels celebrated the 60th anniversary of their iconic Love Hearts in 2014.

Throwback Swizzels pictures from over the years

Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet is set to reject the proposed blanket 20mph speed limit in Buxton at a meeting of the council’s Cabinet on December 7 says High Peak MP Robert Largan

DCC set to reject the proposed blanket 20mph speed limit in Buxton says MP

Matt had to be sat up in the stretcher so he could be transported down to a waiting ambulance.
Image: EMRT

Peak District hiker praises “unsung heroes” who saved his life after horror fall

The Swizzels factory at New Mills is producing more vegan sweets ahead of Veganuary 2024. Photo Jason Chadwick

Vegan sweets on the up says Swizzels

The decorations displayed on the seller’s festive tree with a note found with them stating that they are from Queen Victoria’s Christmas tree.

Queen Victoria's Christmas tree decorations set for auction in Derbyshire

Last month a judicial review was heard at the High Court, regarding the Secretary of State for Transport’s decision to grant the A57 Link Roads scheme a development consent order.

Update on A57 Mottram bypass plans

Johnny Ray fans from Derbyshire are pictured waiting patiently at the London Airport. Johnny Ray, the famous American crooner, arrived at the airport and the teenage fan club presidents were there to meet him and returned to the Dorchester Hotel with him for a lemonade. The two lucky girls - Jill James (18) and Philippa Henderson (15) are seen wearing Johnny Ray picture earings.

19 rare black and white retro photos show interesting images from around Derbysh...

Handmade Hayfield is going ahead this year thanks to the help of The Tent People who are providing space for the pop up market this year. Photo submitted

Festive fun comes to Hayfield

Gerard and Maggi Heelan are in the good hotel guide 2024 for the seventh year running. Photo Jason Chadwick

Buxton guest house in Good Hotel Guide for the seventh year running

The woodland around Cressbrook Dale is categorised among the most ecologically sensitive areas in the national park. (Photo: Jason Chadwick/Derbyshire Times)

Ex-Dragons' Den star fails to meet Peak District planning enforcement deadline

Police are appealing to drivers following an increased number of reports of car meets, dangerous driving, excessive noise, revving engines, stunts and racing in Peak District.

Appeal as car meets and anti-social behaviour on the rise in the Peak District

Anthony Courtenay and Andy Ruffell training to walk the Pennine Way for Macmillan. Photo Jason Chadwick

High Peak friends charity Pennine Way challenge

Sam Willis and Nick Jones prepare to run all the streets in Buxton with Sam's daughter Evie. Photo Jason Chadwick

Runner did ultra marathon around streets of Buxton

The exact time when snow and freezing temperatures are set to hit Derbyshire this week according to the Met Office.

Derbyshire snow: When will it snow as temperatures set to fall below zero

Wives of striking Derbyshire miners hand in a letter to the Coal Board in Hobart Place on 18th January 1972. With them is MP for Bolsover, Dennis Skinner (centre).

33 fascinating pictures showing life in Derbyshire over the last century

The driver has received a fine after he chose a parking spot on the bend of the road, causing danger to other cars and ruining grass.

Driver slammed for parking illegally in popular Peak District beauty spot

Rick Ellis of the Old Hall at Hope is worried about cracks in the historic pubs bowing walls. Photo Jason Chadwick

Truck vibrations causing a historic Peak District hotel to crack says owner

A new production of Hare and Tortoise will tour High Peak schools before heading to the Pavilion Arts Centre.

New touring show visiting High Peak schools next month

Andrew Pugh at Heights of Abraham cable car system in Matlock Bath in 1984.

35 cracking pics showing the beauty of Derbyshire from the 1950's to the 1980's

The incident happened on Sunday, November 19 at approximately 10.30pm at a business on Netherside, Bradwell, Hope Valley.

Appeal after large amount of cash stolen from business in the Peak District

These visitor to the Dovedale stepping stoneson Friday, November 24, had to tread carefully. (Photo: Rod Kirkpatrick/RKP Photography)

Famous Peak District stepping stones closed to public after storm damage

Gardening columnist Sara Milne.

Gardening column: Top tips on how to bring nature into your home this Christmas

Pictured Is Victoria Hall, On Talbot Street, Glossop

High Peak councillor accuses Government of snubbing town

An increase in costs for town centre parking is bad news, says a reader.

Letter: Parking charge increase is another nail in coffin for town centre

Robert Largan, High Peak MP (Photo credit: Richard Townshend Photography)

Robert Largan Column: Back campaign for better public toilets across our area

Joyce Shacklock is being forced by ill health to wind up her fund raising efforts after 29 years. Photo Jason Chadwick

Daniel's Light charity raised £263,000 for The Christie

Nigel Barrow, 78, of Ollersett Avenue in New Mills, suffered life-threatening injuries in the blast on Tuesday and was airlifted to Sheffield's Northern General Hospital.

Council leader’s thoughts are with family of pensioner after bungalow explosion

Nature New Mills celebrate the Sustain Giving grant

Nature New Mills to blossom thanks to Sustain Giving grant

"Will there ever be a time when the whole world is permanently at peace?", asks a letter writer this week.

Letter: Will our world ever be able to experience total peace across the globe?

A beautiful blue sky is featured in this striking shot from John Moss, showing Pilsbury Castle near Hartington.

Photos: Check out the best of nature across our area

Surely Not In Buxton by Julian Cohen is out now. Photo submitted

New book uncovers Buxton's quirky past

Saurabh Sharma has been named 40 Under 40 for hospitality. Photo submitted

Buxton businessman scoops top award

Guest columnist Yvette Thomas, editor for Inner Wheel's District 22, covering Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.

Column: Inner Wheel members can offer hand of friendship worldwide