Rosliston Road closure could affect Drakelow journeys from 28 September
Part of Rosliston Road at Walton-on-Trent is due to close from 28 to 30 September for trial holes.
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Area forum covering Drakelow set for 29 September
Drakelow is included in the South Derbyshire area forum meeting at Netherseal Village Hall on Tuesday 29 September. Read update →Latest Updates
Plans submitted for 15 employment units at former Drakelow Power Station
A reserved matters application proposes six buildings containing 15 employment units on land at the former Drakelow Power Station.
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Drakelow Hall garden wall plans open for comment
A listed building consent application covers part demolition and part retention of the Grade II former kitchen garden wall at Drakelow Hall.
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Drakelow Park Flying High Academy opens to its first pupils
The new primary school on Marley Way has opened in September 2026, beginning with Reception and pre-school children.
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Drakelow Parish Council publishes notice of casual vacancy
A notice of casual vacancy was published by Drakelow Parish Council on 3 September 2026.
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River swimming safety warning shared with Drakelow residents
Drakelow Parish Council shared a Derbyshire Alert warning about the dangers of swimming in local rivers.
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Landscaping details approved for 203-home Drakelow Park phase
South Derbyshire approved landscaping details linked to a reserved matters permission for 203 homes at Drakelow Park.
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Application seeks changes to approved Riverside Parcel plans
A major planning notice was published for changes to approved plans on part of the former Drakelow Power Station site.
Read update →£525,000 equipment funding approved for new Drakelow Park school
Derbyshire County Council approved £525,000 for equipment at Drakelow Park Flying High Academy ahead of its September 2026 opening.
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