Baslow Environment Group
Caring about the environment in Baslow and beyond
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Preserving our heritage and protecting our future
Preserving our heritage and protecting our future
Welcome to the Baslow Environment Group!
Welcome to the Baslow Environment Group!
We're a community group dedicated to protecting and enhancing the natural environment of Baslow, a beautiful village nestled within the Peak District National Park. Here in Derbyshire, close to Sheffield and Chesterfield, we share a deep love for this special place and recognise the importance of safeguarding its beauty.
We're all facing environmental challenges, and the Baslow Environment Group aims to tackle these issues across four key areas: Energy, Land, Transport, and Birds. Through advocacy, conservation efforts, and community engagement, we strive to ensure a sustainable future for Baslow and the wider area. Since forming in the autumn of 2023 we have made great progress, including forging a working relationship with the Chatsworth Estate.
Whether you call Baslow home or are simply drawn to its natural wonders, we invite you to join us. Explore our website to learn more about our initiatives, discover volunteer opportunities, and find out how you can contribute to protecting Baslow's environment.
In August 2024 we set-up a Community Benefit Society (Baslow Environment Projects Ltd, Reg No 9368) using the standard Co-operative rules, to enable us to raise and manage the funds necessary to progress our projects.
E-Bike Taster Day
E-Bike Taster Day
E-bikes are just the best thing. As soon as you try one you'll want to have one and be out on it the whole time. So we're going to have an e-bike taster day on the afternoon of 18 May 2025.
The session will be supported by an e-bike supplier who will provide the bikes and full instruction. Come along, it might change your life!
Latest News
Latest News
We're making progress on all project areas.
Living churchyard
Living churchyard
There was a last minute technical hitch with the land around the Cavendish. And so we've got a new plan to bring life to the churchyard.
On 22 March we planted 105 native hedging plants in geometric shapes in areas of the churchyard and over the coming years will form a valuable habitat in keeping with the feel of the churchyard.
We've also won a grant of £700 to buy 600 pollinating plant plugs which we will pot up over the next month and plant out in early summer. We're just working up the design for this, but looking at bold geometric shapes.
If you've got space in a greenhouse or cold frame to take a dozen small plants we'd love to hear from you.
Birds
Birds
Morning bird walks are planned for Saturday 10 May (novice) and Monday 12 May (warblers and flycatchers) starting at 8.00am to catch the best of the song. And an evening walk to find nightjars and woodcocks.
These are not-to-be-missed opportunities to pay attention to the beauty all around us.
Energy
Energy
We've had the first stage report from the consultants which is very positive. It is technically feasible to get enough power for 60 homes from the weir (though it won't work like that).
So it seems like it's game-on, though it will be quite a long game.
Through our work, we:
Advocate for sustainable practices: We work with local communities, businesses, and policymakers to promote policies and practices that safeguard the area's environment.
Conserve precious habitats: We participate in conservation efforts to protect the area's diverse ecosystems, from its iconic limestone pavements to its vibrant wildflower meadows.
Educate and inspire: We raise awareness about environmental issues and inspire individuals to take action through educational programs, community events, and volunteering opportunities.
We believe that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment. Whether you're a local resident, a frequent visitor, or simply someone who cares about the environment, we invite you to join us in our mission.
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