A look inside the August 2020 issue of Derbyshire Life

A moment in time - A look back at the earliest editions of Derbyshire Life

White Peak oasis - Mike Smith explores the beautiful village of Monyash

Matlock - Exploring the history and delights of Matlock, Matlock Bath and Cromford

All in a night’s work - Paul Hobson finds himself outfoxed by his garden guests

Lantern Pike - Sally Mosley’s latest county walk takes her to the High Peak

A walk back through time - Helen Moat discovers the intriguing past of the Amber Valley

Rural Derby - The joys of Alvaston and Elvaston

Back out in the middle - Paul Hobson visits one of our county’s oldest cricket clubs

Picture perfect - Photographer Gary Wallis reveals his favourite local images

Toddbrook Dam - Andrew Griffiths revisits the crisis - one year since disaster almost struck

What lies beneath - Local photgrapher David Keep heads under the waves

Lockdown at the zoo - As visitors return, what has been the impact of Covid-19 on our region’s wildlife centres?

Perceptive plants - A new series by Martyn Baguley looking at whether plants are capable of intelligent life

Dressing down - The third in a conservation series looking at what Derbyshire could look like in 2030

Close to home - Why the destination of your next holiday could be closer than you think

Growing masterclass - Top tips on keeping your garden in optimum condition this summer

David Naylor’s Edensor - How a 2018 cancer diagnosis has given one local artist fresh perspective

Homes - The latest properties and ways to enhance your home

BBQ recipes - Options for your summer BBQ

Out and about - Roly Smith reveals some unexpected garden visitors

Wine notes - Rosie Bainbridge identifies the perfect summer tipple

Puzzles - Win a year’s subscription to Derbsyhire Life with this month’s crossword and sudoku