Matlock Town Council & Imperial Rooms

23/08/2026

Today's summer concert in Hall Leys Park is super-talented, very local, and one of the hardest working musicians in the area, Sticky Bones Jones.

A slightly earlier start this Sunday, he'll be performing from 12:00pm.

Sticky Bones Jones brings a whirlwind of big energy Bluegrass, Americana & Folk from the Derbyshire Dales! Flatpicking finesse and a voice to match, you'll get some old classics and some self penned gems

14/08/2026

The Imperial Rooms were jam packed last night for our screening of the People's Emergency Briefing.

Nearly 100 people gathered, on the hottest day of the year, to watch this film about what is happening with climate and nature and what that means for everyday life in the UK and our town of Matlock.

With wildfires across Derbyshire and the UK it has never been more urgent for us all to act.

We also had 5 local organisations share what they were doing to fight climate change and how you can get involved.

Thank you to everyone who attended last night and brought insightful ideas for our town and beyond.

We are looking to organise another screening soon, but remember you can organise your own too, just look up the NEB Briefing website.

Thank you to all our Councillors who volunteered to organise and support the evening alongside residents Emma and Olly.
If you would like to be on the mailing list for future events like this, please email Cllr Jen Lowthrop on [email protected]

Special thanks to local Photographer Emma Croman for the great photos.

Deputy Mayor Cllr Jen Lowthrop

14/08/2026

This Sunday's Summer band concert is Matlock's very own Matlock Band. Performing in Hall Leys Park from 2:00-4:00pm.

07/08/2026

This week's summer band performance is from Liquid Brass, performing from 2:30pm-4:30pm.

04/08/2026

Former Station Buildings up for rent.

If you want business space in some of the UK’s prime City centre locations; but with affordable rents, then we might just have the property.

03/08/2026

We'd like your feedback regarding future tree planting.

30/07/2026

Thanks to everyone that attended the first Summer Band Concert on Sunday, despite the changeable weather.

Sunday the 2nd of August will see the Steel City Concert Band appearing at 2:00pm. We'd love to see you there!

27/07/2026

Hello Matlock! Please join us for...
📢 A special community screening: The People’s Emergency Briefing
What’s happening with climate and nature, and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK?
Join us for a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing - an eye-opening film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like:
🌧️ Extreme weather
🍞 Food security
🏥 Health
💷 Cost of living
The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster (featured by ITV, Channel 4 and The Times) with appearances from Chris Packham, Deborah Meaden, and a range of voices from across the UK.
After the film there will be a short open discussion about what it means for our community and what we can do locally.
We are inviting our District Councillors and are optimistic that they will join with constituents for this important discussion about our future.
📍 Imperial Rooms, Matlock
📅 Thursday 13th August
🕖 6.00pm - 8.15pm
Seats are free but limited so please book in advance.
👉 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/matlocktowncouncil/2331300

Bring a friend, neighbour or family member: everyone is welcome.

Note: the film is only being shown at in-person screenings and is not available online.

23/07/2026

NEW DERBYSHIRE DALES LOCAL PLAN APPROVED FOR CONSULTATION
Members of the District Council have approved the updated Derbyshire Dales Local Plan for consultation, which is due to run for six weeks from 3 August 2026. The consultation will allow members of the public to submit their comments on whether the new Derbyshire Dales Local Plan meets the Government’s tests of soundness and legal requirements before it is submitted to the Secretary of State later in the year. The draft Plan sets out how the district outside of the National Park should develop over the next 15 years, including where new homes and workplaces will be built. Comments received will be considered by the Government’s independent Planning Inspector as they make their decision about whether to accept the new Local Plan.

To help people find out more about the consultation and how to respond, a series of events will be held in Matlock, Ashbourne and online. Copies of the draft Local Plan and supporting documents will be available to view online via the Council’s website, at Matlock Town Hall, Ashbourne Leisure Centre and in Ashbourne, Wirksworth and Matlock libraries.

District Councillors and Planning Policy officers will be on hand to answer questions at the two special events in Ashbourne and Matlock, with further events online. More information including frequently asked questions is also available on the District Council’s Local Plan web pages: www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/local-plan-consultation.

Councillor Peter O’Brien, Chair of the District Council’s Local Plan Committee said: 'This consultation is probably the most important part of the Local Plan. It will give our local communities the opportunity to let us, and the Government’s Planning Inspector, know what they think about how and where we propose to accommodate new housing development, including the provision of essential community facilities. And on the range of policies covering topics such climate change, employment, tourism and the environment. The exhibitions in Ashbourne and Matlock will give residents the chance to look in detail at our proposals, to meet us in person and to let us have their comments.'