Local Treasure

New Bloom Arts

Today we speak to Amy and Steph, the founders of New Bloom Arts, a new CIC offering all sorts of art and creative workshops. Their aim is to help anyone, but especially people struggling with their mental health, to grow and bloom through creativity. If you'd like to find out more about New Bloom Arts and their workshops, do check out their active social media accounts: https://www.instagram.com/new_bloom_arts/ [https://www.instagram.com/new_bloom_arts/] and https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571949346140 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571949346140]

Just Ice

Today we speak to Sally Murray about Just Ice, a Derby based charity that makes amazing ice-cream and offers trauma informed employment to people who have escaped modern day slavery. Sally talks to us about being a cheerleader for those who don't have someone to encourage them and how we can help Just Ice to fight human trafficking. To find out more about Just Ice, to book someone to come and speak about their work or to discover their ice cream flavours, visit their website: https://www.just-ice.org/ [https://www.just-ice.org/]

Derby Repair Cafe

Today we speak to Tricia Howlett about the Derby Repair cafe at the West End Community Centre. She tells us about helping people to learn new skills, saving things from landfill, and building a sense of community. If you'd like to find out more about the Repair cafe, visit their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/derbyrepaircafe.org.uk/?locale=en_GB [https://www.facebook.com/derbyrepaircafe.org.uk/?locale=en_GB] or click on this link: https://www.derby.gov.uk/environment-and-planning/recycling-waste/reducing-waste/repair-cafes/ [https://www.derby.gov.uk/environment-and-planning/recycling-waste/reducing-waste/repair-cafes/] For more about the repair cafe at Mickleover Library, click here: https://www.derby.gov.uk/news/2025/january/mickleover-library-launches-repair-cafe/ [https://www.derby.gov.uk/news/2025/january/mickleover-library-launches-repair-cafe/]

Darley Park Hydrangea Garden

Today we talk to Alf Bousie, who tells us about volunteering at the Hydrangea garden in Darley Park. We find out why this garden is a national treasure, why engaging with nature is beneficial and how you can join in with their work! To find out more about the Hydrangea garden, click on their website: https://hydrangeaderby.co.uk/ [https://hydrangeaderby.co.uk/]

Derby City Councillor

In this episode we speak to Alison Martin about being a local councillor and her roles as chair of the Derby Health and Wellbeing Board and Co-Chair of the Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Partnership. She tells us about tackling childhood obesity, the Breastfeeding Welcome Here campaign and why it's important to stand up for what is important. To find out more about Alison, or get in touch with her, visit https://alisondarleyward.org/ [https://alisondarleyward.org/]