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Junction Arts
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Creating a better future for everyone through the arts ❤️
Community Arts Charity (No. 515303)
Participatory Arts since 1976.
Derbyshire, UK.
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Junction Arts @junctionartsuk.bsky.social · Feb 18
Junction Arts is an award-winning participatory arts charity based in Derbyshire; we aim to create a better future for everyone through the arts.

Our festivals, workshops, and events allow people to be creative, learn new skills and build stronger communities.

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In pictures: Derbyshire town shines bright with one of the biggest lantern parades and light shows in the country
People turned out in force to support two stunning light events that launched the festive season in Bolsover.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Bolsover schools light the way for Lantern Parade
Pupils from Bolsover Church of England Junior School have been getting creative this week as they worked with the team from Junction Arts to make reindeer-inspired lanterns for the much-loved Bolsover...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Bright Winter Nights at Bolsover Castle this November - So Counties
Later this month, Bolsover Castle will once again be lit up in spectacular fashion, as its Bright Winter Nights event returns. Organisers promise two “unforgettable evenings of light, sound and creati...
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November 19, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Guide to the best family-friendly events across Derbyshire in November
Things to do with the family in November across Derbyshire
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November 10, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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You can now book your place at our Community Lantern Making Workshops. Come along and be part of the UK's biggest light procession ✨

#bolsover #lanternparade #bolsoverevents #chesterfield

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Junction Arts' Bolsover Lantern Making Workshops
Create your own piece of magic out of willow and tissue paper and be part of Junction Arts' Bolsover Lantern Parade 2025.
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October 14, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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Bright Winter Nights at Bolsover Castle is back and this time it's over TWO nights! ✨
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Immersive light show returns to Bolsover Castle - Now over two nights
The sell-out event Bright Winter Nights will return to Bolsover Castle this November, illuminating the town’s iconic landmark for two magical evenings.
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September 30, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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✨Celebrating 50 years of cultural placemaking! ✨
A heartfelt thank you to the brilliant Kathryn Welch for capturing the Junction Arts story so beautifully, and for shining a light on the incredible communities we’re privileged to work with.
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What has one organisation learnt from 50 years of cultural placemaking?

Kathryn Welch explores the story of @junctionartsuk.bsky.social telling us more about creative placemaking across 50 years of economic, social, demographic and political change.

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An archive photo from the 1980s. A group of children taking part in a workshop, playing music and dancing. An adult leads the group. They are in a school or community setting.
September 18, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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Tapton Lock Festival at Chesterfield Canal attracts thousands of visitors for outdoor adventure and creativity
Thousands of visitors to Tapton Lock Festival enjoyed a weekend filled with outdoor adventure, creativity and community spirit.
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September 8, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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The full festival line-up has been announced!

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Full line-up and exciting new acts announced for Chesterfield Children’s Festival
Junction Arts has officially announced the full programme for the Chesterfield Children’s Festival 2025, adding exciting new acts and experiences for families to enjoy. The free two-day event, now in ...
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July 17, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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In case you missed it...
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Free, family-friendly festivity is coming to the Tapton Lock Festival bringing fun to Chesterfield canal
The much-loved Tapton Lock Festival is back for 2025 and promises to be more exciting than ever. Taking place on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th September, the free, family-friendly event will once again ...
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July 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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In case you missed it...
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Young voices shape festival through comedy - Destination Chesterfield
Chesterfield pupils joined a comedy masterclass as part of their role shaping the Chesterfield Children’s Festival as Festival Budding Investigators.
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July 8, 2025 at 8:21 AM
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✨ Another amazing activity at this year’s Chesterfield Children’s Festival! 🎉

Amma invites you to explore her magical story shop, filled with tales inspired by Ghanaian culture and imagination. ✨📚

26 & 27 July | 10am-4pm |Queen's Park

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June 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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🎉 We’re SO excited to reveal the 2025 Everybody Dance routine! 💃🕺

Co-created by pro dancer @karla.m.jones & Year 6 legends from Spire Junior School, this fun, high-energy routine is made for everyone to join in and enjoy!

Learn the moves here: junctionarts.org/everybody-da...

#chesterfield
June 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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We’re delighted to introduce the Post Office of Possibilities (P.O.P.)!

Commissioned by Junction Arts & First Art and brought to life by the brilliant minds at Babbling Vagabonds with the help of Boza Youth ❤️

Full story: ow.ly/BmW950W6Spb
June 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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🎉 Congratulations to our amazing volunteer Nadiia! 🎉

Nadiia was recognised at the Bolsover Community and Voluntary Service Awards as the Health & Wellbeing Volunteer of the Year! 👏

Thank you, Nadiia, for your dedication, creativity, and energy 🙌 #VolunteersWeek
June 6, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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Well done Alivia! There's so much to champion in Chesterfield ❤️💪 #chesterfield #lovechesterfield #chesterfieldchampions www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/opinion...
Champions: 'Local businesses really support each other in Chesterfield'
Alivia Dawson, Business Administrator at local charity, Junction Arts provides her take on life and work in Chesterfield.
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May 20, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Our project This Girl Codes will be part of Bradford City of Culture 2025 🚀 www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/arts-and-cul...
From Bolsover to Bradford city of culture
Junction Arts' pioneering initiative, This Girl Codes, is making an exciting move from Bolsover to Bradford this summer as part of the Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture celebrations!
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May 15, 2025 at 8:48 AM
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🖼️ Don’t miss The Chesterfield Postcard Show! 🖼️

Pop by, explore the wall of original postcard-sized art, and take home your favourite for just £10! Every purchase supports community art projects in Chesterfield.

📍 West Studios
Today until 4pm
Wednesday 10:30–3:30
Thursday 10–7
Friday 10–4
May 13, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Do you want to be part of a new musical legacy for #Bolsover? www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/community/bo...
Bolsover to form a new community samba band
Junction Arts is launching an exciting new project to bring the rhythm of samba to Bolsover — and everyone is invited to join in!
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May 8, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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🎨 The Chesterfield Postcard Show 🎨
Now with WEEKEND & LATE NIGHT OPENING!

🗓️ 6–16 May
📍 West Studios, Chesterfield
🕙 Mon–Fri: 10–4
🌙 Late Night: Thurs 15 May till 7pm
🕚 Sat: 11–1

Buy original art + support free community projects!

Info 👉 junctionarts.org/whats-on/the...

#loveChesterfield
May 8, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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🎶 Join the #Bolsover Beats Band! 🥁

We are bringing the vibrant rhythm of samba to Bolsover — and YOU'RE invited!

Junction Arts is launching a brand-new Community Samba Band, and we want local legends aged 12+ to be part of it! No experience needed.

For more information, visit: ow.ly/zfT150VKs3F
May 1, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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The Chesterfield Children’s Festival returns for third year - Destination Chesterfield
The Chesterfield Children’s Festival is back for its third year, promising another unforgettable weekend of fun, creativity, and imagination.
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April 29, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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We're delighted to confirm the dates for this year's Chesterfield Children's Festival! Join us on the 26th and 27th July in Queen's Park for more music, dance, theatre, art workshops, circus and more!

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The Chesterfield Children’s Festival returns for third year
The much-loved Chesterfield Children’s Festival is back for its third year, promising another unforgettable weekend of fun, creativity, and imagination for local families. The free event, organised by...
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April 24, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Great piece about #derbyshiremakes in the Derbyshire Times #bolsover #derbyshire #communityarts

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In pictures: Families enjoy workshops and art as Derbyshire Makes festival continues across the county
Derbyshire's proud reputation as a county of making is being celebrated in a major cultural programme with free activities taking place.
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April 23, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Creativity means business! 🏦🔑

And public investment in arts and culture helps make it happen. New CEBR report finds #ACEsupported orgs added £1.35 billion to the economy in 2023 📖🎉👇
#LetsCreate

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A fireworks display with crowds of people watching. Text reads “£1.35 billion: the economic contribution of Arts Council funded organisations in 2023 #LetsCreate”
April 22, 2025 at 8:56 AM