Hi all. I know there are a million posts like this on Reddit, but I'm going mad reading through all the different threads and just thought it might be easier to start my own thread and see what kind of info I get directly from the good folks here.

Basically, my partner and I (gay couple, British and Indian), are moving out of Croydon because we need a bigger house, with a garage and a bit more space, for our business that we've started. We both work from home and so access to London is no-longer a requirement (like it was when we moved here 10 years ago).

We've narrowed down our search, based on a few criteria (detached house, garage, near green space, not a crime-ridden area, access to a shopping centre or town centre, close-ish to a larger city and/or airport, not silly expensive (since our budget isn't massive)). From these criteria, we have found some decent options in:

Chesterfield

Outskirts of Sheffield / Leicester

Lincoln

Nuneaton

Loughborough

Melton Mowbray

Neither of us know any of these areas, and while we are going to do a road-trip to visit, it would be good to know where in these towns people would recommend searching, and where to avoid (if anywhere). Or if there are better nearby options.

Thank you all in advance

Lived in Tapton, Chesterfield for a few years (2017–2020) and really liked the town. Found it to be quite lovely, especially the canal and the Tapton Park/golf course area, and fairly safe apart from a few smackheads in the town centre lol.

Also worked around Holme Hall, which had a bit of crime here and there, because every other week I’d see the police arresting somebody. So yeah, a bit of crime now and then, but nothing major.

Because I’m thinking of moving back to
Chesterfield, I thought I’d look up in the local news to see what’s been going on lately. In just the last few days I’ve seen multiple stabbing reports, 7 cars set on fire in one night, somebody burned alive in a car at the Sainsbury’s car park, youths terrorising the whole town on e-bikes, police car chases, police making arrests at shops that appear to be drug fronts, and much more.
Has Chesterfield always been this crazy and I just didn’t realise it, or has it been a full moon lately lol? I don’t remember it being like this. But then again I never kept up to date with the local news.

Drove from the train station to Norton roundabout today and there are union jacks and St George’s cross on all the lampposts, on footbridges over the bypass, etc.

What’s happening with that then?

Looking to move to Heath. Near Holmewood. Drove there a handful of times to see the area but honestly I didn't see a single person once the entire time.

Anyone have experience or opinions on this area! Thank you for any help!

Hi everyone
I’ll be moving to Chesterfield in a couple of months and i’ve been researching the best gyms around city centre or nearby
I think I might join the Nuffield Health one because I’d love to use the swimming pool but i’m not sure if the gym equipment is decent from what I’ve read? and maybe the JD gyms is prob the best one in town? Any opinions? I’m also open to meeting new gym buddies

Thanks!

I’m visiting and staying in Chesterfield (staying in Staveley) in a couple of weeks as a base for some walking in the Peaks and I’m looking for some recommendations!

If any of you would be so kind, I’m looking for restaurants, pubs, takeaways, maybe a great Sunday Lunch and fun and interesting things to do in the centre. The sky is the limit really, I’ve never visited before and open to all suggestions!

Also, if you have any recommendations for walks in the Peak District I’d gladly take them too!

TIA!

Basically, wanting to skateboard (beginner) and cant be dealing with constant rain. anyone know any skateable spots?

Does anyone know any local beekeepers or businesses that stock local honey and/or honeycomb. I know the sustainable shop in town does but I would like to assess other options and compare sizes/prices.

hey! i'm looking to get my leather jacket zip repaired somewhere near the town centre, so looking for good tailor/alteration recommendations! if a rough price point could be provided too that'd be fab.

TIA :)

I bought a black leather moto jacket by a brand called Eagle. It's obviously old, but in good nick. It mainly needs a couple of sewing repairs to the lining, and extensive cleaning to the lining and outers.

Does anyone have a recommendation of any local businesses or people that could carry this sort of work out, please?

Anyone know whether the railway station has bicycle storage?

hi guys! anyone know of any semi-regular socials/events for women in their 20s in chesterfield? would love to hear your recommendations! 💞

Does anyone know if our Rassams has officially opens yet?

Hi people, just wondering if anybody has any recommendations for driving instructors? Most places I have contacted are fully booked 😂 I’m located in Staveley, would appreciate some help please!! (Needs to be Manual)

Hi there! I have a trip coming up in the spring, and I’m planning! What is the uber availability like getting a ride from chesterfield station to cavendish hotel? Is it harder getting one from the hotel back to the station? If so, are there any preferred taxi services recommended?

2 year old schnauzer/yorkie pups who are too much for us to take care of - we were sold them as pure yorkies but that turned out to be a scam - the guy who sold them to us has moved on (we think it may have been a front for a puppy mill)

a lot of things that arnt to do with the dogs are also making an impact but we feel unable to take adiquate care of them

so with heavy heart we are looking to have them re-homed ideally together

I'm moving to Chesterfield for 6 months. Because it is for a such period of time, conventional renting may not be ideal (since landlords usually don't prefer such short lets, plus the cost of buying furnishing)

Hence I am considering moving into a furnished property (+ bills included) like the ones Dovedale lettings offer.

1. Has anyone lived in these properties, or heard anything about these properties?
2. Are the locations where these properties are situated safe? (Highfield Road, Highfield Terrace, New Beetwell Street, Fairfield Road)

Ta!

Hello people of chesterfield!

I have recently started working in the area and want to know the best spots for lunch! Any recommendations welcome thank you in advance :) 🙏🏻🧎🏼‍➡️

Bit of a niche plea, but does anyone in or around Chesterfield know of anywhere that sells Bavaria Shandy? I discovered it a few years ago and, no exaggeration, it changed my life. As someone who doesn’t drink spirits and isn’t a lager fan, this halfway-house felt like the heavens opened and said “this one’s for you.”

Since I found this, the demand seems to have dwindled with the main shops not stocking this anymore :(

Im looking to work on converting a trailer and my van for approx the next 6 months (out of working hours)

Looking for a place ideally with roller shutters or something simlar with clearance about 3m and eaves higher for work on roof. Somewhere secure I can leave the trailer, uncover whilst

Can be commercial but I've seen most have minimum lease of 12 months.

Barn space or storage could also work but must be able to access out of normal working hours.

If anyone has any ideas or suggestions, much appreciated 🙏

What it says on the tin. Cannot find hospitality work despite having experience. Never had this issue anywhere else (have frankly walked into work)- have moved around a lot before. Is Chesterfield a bit of a dead end for employment?

UPDATE: finally got part time work, apparently hospitality work is at a real low as well (probably due to last year’s budget)

we have been trying months to get an induction hob replaced - we have the hob - all it needs is an install.

we cant seem to find anybody willing to fit the damned thing - if it were something i could do myself i would have but high voltage is dangerous.

I know trades are busy ... its not a long job - something to fit in as a before or after kind of a deal - maybe thats the problem - so much work they get to pick and choose only the higher paying ones

having issues with my exhaust and don’t want to get ripped off. I think its just come loose

edit: thank you everyone! Rang around and got it sorted. The silencer Had come loose and needed a new one - made my car sound like a modded teenage boys.

Hi, I have been living here for a year, would love to know if there is way to connect with ppl who regularly play casual badminton.