Duffield Parish Council

The annual summer fete will be held on Saturday 12 July at the recreation ground from 12pm to 5pm. Stall bookings are now open — contact the clerk for details. This year features a dog show, live music, and a tug-of-war competition between neighbouring villages.

The community speedwatch team recorded 47 vehicles exceeding the 30mph limit during March sessions on High Street. Letters have been sent to registered keepers. The parish council is pressing the county council for a vehicle-activated speed sign.

Funding is being secured to upgrade the memorial garden and main recreation ground, including new benches, replacement dog waste bins, and restored hedgerow along the boundary. The Heartwood Community Forest scheme will also be contributing 200 native trees for the parish boundary.

The local authority is reviewing the conservation area boundary. The parish council has submitted a response recommending the inclusion of the historic mill buildings on Water Lane. Residents can view the proposals at the parish office.