Good news round-up from the first COVID-19 lockdown in 2020
An archived April 2020 round-up of community efforts, fundraising and other news during the first COVID-19 lockdown.
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Page 12 of 20: Discover some of the best events and things to do in Buxton, hidden gems, news, reviews, history and the future of the town.
Buxton neighbours organised food deliveries in 2020
Read how Buxton volunteers organised food boxes during lockdown in 2020, with a link to current local food support through High Peak Foodbank at Zink.
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The Gilbert & Sullivan Festival cancellation in 2020
An archived report on the cancellation of the 2020 International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival. See the festival organiser for current events.
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VE Day 2020: the 75th anniversary during lockdown
An archive of the 2020 VE Day anniversary plans and the history of Victory in Europe. Friday 8 May 2020 marked the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
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Good news round-up: April 2020
Explore Buxton reported in April 2020 that Cadbury had donated 13,000 Easter eggs to University Hospitals of Derby and Burton for NHS workers.
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First shielding food parcels delivered in 2020
Revisit the UK government’s March 2020 announcement of the first free food parcels for people advised to shield during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Clap for Our Carers: the first nationwide applause in March 2020
Revisit the first Clap for Our Carers in March 2020, when people across the UK were invited to applaud NHS staff from their doorsteps and balconies.
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Drone footage of the Peak District by The Agnew Film Company
Aerial footage of the Peak District by Buxton-based The Agnew Film Company, with updated CAA guidance.
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10 things to know about British Summer Time
Discover when and why the UK changes its clocks, from William Willett’s early proposal for lighter evenings to ten facts about British Summer Time.
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Good news round-up: March and April 2020
Revisit community responses to the first lockdown in March and April 2020, including the call for NHS volunteers and the opening of NHS Nightingale London.
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Chapel Camera Club: Living Through Lockdown in 2020
See how Chapel Camera Club’s photographers recorded everyday life during the 2020 lockdown in a project supported by Buxton Museum and Art Gallery.
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Chatsworth’s temporary COVID-19 closure in 2020
A report on the temporary March 2020 closure, with a link to current Chatsworth opening information.
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Explore Poole’s Cavern and Buxton Country Park
Discover Poole’s Cavern in Buxton, the history of the show cave and the surrounding country park, with walking routes through Grin Low Woods.
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Pancake Day: a simple recipe and the story of Shrove Tuesday
Learn why pancakes are associated with Shrove Tuesday, then make a simple pancake batter and choose toppings such as lemon, sugar or fruit.
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Dog-friendly places to stay in and around Buxton
Explore dog-friendly camping, hotels, guest houses and cottages in and around Buxton, with links to each property’s pet policy.
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15 vintage photographs of Buxton
Fifteen historic images of Buxton, including the Devonshire Hospital, Market Place and Pavilion Gardens.
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Find cosy pubs and bars around Buxton, from open fires to log-burning stoves, including the Old Sun Inn on High Street with its two log fires.
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The Higher Buxton Ale Trail
A 2020 account of a pub crawl around Higher Buxton. Some venues have since changed or closed; check current details before visiting.
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