A beautiful photo book of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Ashley Franklin reflects on the publication of The Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and shares some of his favourite images from the book
How Masson Mill’s proud past is influencing its exciting future
At the turn of this year, I began assembling the final pieces of a cherished long-time project: the first photo book of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. However, I was in a quandary.
Tania Malan: clinician and author on how to feel your best
Ashley Franklin meets a Belper-based clinician and best-selling author challenging the status quo
Four spectacular Derbyshire images across the Derwent Valley
Stunning images of Belper, Heage, Duffield and the Chevin in the Derwent Valley
Duffield - making its name as a distinctive dining and drinking destination
Ashley Franklin reports on the life and atmosphere that a new wave of drinking and dining businesses has brought to the village.
Belper at Christmas - Festive shopping on the High Street
Will it be festive cheer for the High Street in Derbyshire? Winner of the first ever Best British High Street Award in 2014 – out of 135 contenders – Belper was nominated again this year. The town is teeming with gift, homeware, fashion and jewellery stores which are part of a wide spectrum of shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants – over 160 – with few empty units to be seen. There is no denying that the High Street is in decline but no one seems to have told Belper.
Days out in the Derwent Valley - World Heritage Site attractions
Ashley Franklin explores the many attractions of our World Heritage Site
A look ahead to the Ashby de la Zouch Arts Festival
Ashley Franklin travels south to Ashby de la Zouch and discovers preparations for its vibrant and unusual arts festival, great independent shops and excellent surrounding attractions.
What do the locals really think about Duffield?
Ashley Franklin stays local and finds familiarity breeds affection...
