Why do we do what we do?
We know that the seaside breaks our charity provides are very important for hundreds of children and their families every year.
That's why it's been brilliant to get so much positive feedback from parents whose children have had a fabulous time away with us in 2026.
We think the smile on this holiday centre guest's face says it all - and the comment from a parent about their child's stay puts a big smile on our face, too.
Thanks once again to Mark Averill from 'AV IT Media for the wonderful photos. They remind us of the sunshine!
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🙏 Today's thank you goes to Corey Dobson. 🙏
At ten years old, Corey's already raised thousands of pounds for us!
As many of our supporters know, Corey's a junior ambassador for our charity having enjoyed some great stays as a guest of ours in the past.
Keen to give back, last year he raised £2,000 for us with a walking challenge and some bake sales at his school.
But Corey's not one to sit still and this year he's completed an incredible ONE MILLION STEPS for us, completed in eight weeks and three days.
Corey's latest efforts have raised more than £350 (including Gift Aid) and we're very grateful to him and his mum Angie Dobson who supports him all the way.
Corey and Angie - thank you.
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Hes so happy he did it quicker than we both said! And hes very much looking forward to being invited for another stay with you all. ☺️☺️☺️ Hopefully something different to walking next time 😂😂
Well done Corey and Angie. You're both amazing xx
Well done Corey 👏👏👏
This week we're all about saying thank you.
And on that note ... what a truly uplifting and memorable afternoon at the High Peak Civic Service!
We're delighted this year to be one of the nominated charities of The Mayor of High Peak, Cllr Barbara Anne Hastings-Asatourian
The Mayor's High Peak Civic Service at St James' Church in Glossop, delivered around the vital themes of community and inclusion, was lovely, funny, and deeply inspiring.
Reverend Chris Nelson led the congregation on a wonderful journey, sharing reflective and light-hearted stories that kept everyone engaged and provided hope, with a moment to pause and think.
From the distinguished guests and upbeat hymns to the powerful readings and poetry, the atmosphere was unforgettable.
The musical performances were a huge highlight, with two beautiful choir pieces, including a moving rendition of You Will Be Found from Dear Evan Hansen, and a closing song from the Let’s Sing Community Choir, whose powerful performance of Something Inside So Strong brought a tear to many eyes on the day.
So many friends commented afterwards that the service was a perfect reflection of Barbara herself: warm, welcoming, and community-minded.
The afternoon was wrapped up with a collection for the Mayor's chosen charities - of which we are proud to be one - a prayer and blessing, and a delicious afternoon tea provided by Zadie Bakery in Buxton.
It was a delightful, sunny autumn Sunday that truly warmed our hearts and brought a sense of peace to everyone.
Michelle Breffitt, one of our charity trustee members, who is also a former attendee of ours when she was a young girl, said: “It was an absolute honour to attend in support of the Mayor of High Peak, Cllr Barbara Hastings-Asatourian, who has so generously chosen us as one of her designated charities for the year.”
🙏 Thank you, Mayor, for your kindness and support! 🙏
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Today's post is all about gratitude.
When running a charity like ours, it's important to take a moment to breathe and say thank you.
We've collected some wonderful comments from parents picking up their children from us at the end of their week with us this summer.
School leaders have also told us how much they are benefiting from some very happy pupils too.
We thought we'd share some of the lovely feedback:
One parent said: “This holiday was something I am unable to do for them and they are so happy they went.”
Another said: "L* has come home with such a positive attitude.
Willing to try new things and help out more with daily tasks.
His confidence is through the roof and has even started to play on the street with other children which he never did or had any interest in before.
Many thanks for giving him this opportunity and bringing him out of his comfort zones."
Thank you to everyone who has supported us and helped make this happen.
Thank you to the very talented Mark Averill from 'AV IT Media who captured some lovely photos for us like this one.
We think the smile on this holiday centre guest's face says it all.
🙏 Thank you. 🙏
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Meet our scarecrow!
We are so proud and honoured to be one of the charities benefiting from this year's brilliant Duffield and Hazelwood Scarecrow Trail which is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Thank you so much to trail organisers to Lisa and Jonathan Leach for your support - it means the world to us.
We think our CEO Janine Marie has done a great job putting together our charity's scarecrow!
The theme for 2026: "When I grow up" is a perfect fit for everything we stand for at the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre.
To create our entry Janine asked some of the children who attended our centre this year what they wanted to be when they grew up.
You can spot some of their answers on special Skegness postcards which we've presented around our scarecrow.
"Happy" said one child.
"Buy my mum a house" said another.
One child wanted to be a vet. Another said a surgeon.
We really hope they achieve their dreams.
So up until September 20 do go to Duffield and look out for our scarecrow at trail spot number 64 in Sefton Close! There are quite a few other scarecrows keeping ours company in that part of the village.
We hope lots of visitors will come and admire the scarecrows. There are well over 100 to spot in gardens all over the village.
The trail this year is shining a light on charities from across Derby, particularly those like ours supporting children and young people.
There's also a pop-up book shop, art show, and refreshment stops dotted along the route, and a book sale in aid of our charity and Bliss.
So what did you want to be when you grew up? Answers on a postcard please.
Thank you so much to everyone who helped make this wonderful event happen.
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🧘 We like a flexible approach to fundraising! 🧘
A big thank you to High Peak Mayor Councillor Barbara Hastings-Asatourian for Whitfield who organised a fabulous Yogathon for us this weekend.
Barbara, who is herself a yoga teacher, organised the all day event at MyActive Glossop at the weekend.
Around 50 people from all walks of life come along to have a go at a range of different types of yoga.
There was ... Vinyasa with Lucy, Flow with Ella, Yin with Heather, Somatics with Barbara herself, Hatha with Svetlana and two meditation classes - also with Barbara.
"A wonderful day", says Barbara.
"We were so well supported by volunteers: teachers and helpers, MyActive staff and the building, lovely participants and very generous donors. Between sessions we feasted on donations of cakes, biscuits, fruit, teas and coffees."
Cash donations have so far added up to £250 and the grand total has yet to be totted up with some people contributing directly to the online link.
Two pieces of good news:
The link is still open for donations! (check the comments)
Two more events are in the pipeline: one in New Mills and the other in Buxton.
We are very proud that civic leaders from all over Derbyshire are supporting our charity during their year in office.
Along with Barbara who has pledged her support for our charity, the Derby Mayor Cllr Jonathan Charles Smale is also supporting us this year and has already done an incredible skydive!
And The Civic Chair of the Derbyshire Dales District Council, Cllr Joanne Linthwaite, is also supporting us this year.
Why do we do what we do?
We know that the seaside breaks our charity provides are very important for hundreds of children and their families every year.
That's why it's been brilliant to get so much positive feedback from parents whose children have had a fabulous time away with us in 2026.
We think the smile on this holiday centre guest's face says it all - and the comment from a parent about their child's stay puts a big smile on our face, too.
Thanks once again to Mark Averill from 'AV IT Media for the wonderful photos. They remind us of the sunshine!
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🙏 Today's thank you goes to Corey Dobson. 🙏
At ten years old, Corey's already raised thousands of pounds for us!
As many of our supporters know, Corey's a junior ambassador for our charity having enjoyed some great stays as a guest of ours in the past.
Keen to give back, last year he raised £2,000 for us with a walking challenge and some bake sales at his school.
But Corey's not one to sit still and this year he's completed an incredible ONE MILLION STEPS for us, completed in eight weeks and three days.
Corey's latest efforts have raised more than £350 (including Gift Aid) and we're very grateful to him and his mum Angie Dobson who supports him all the way.
Corey and Angie - thank you.
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Hes so happy he did it quicker than we both said! And hes very much looking forward to being invited for another stay with you all. ☺️☺️☺️ Hopefully something different to walking next time 😂😂
Well done Corey and Angie. You're both amazing xx
Well done Corey 👏👏👏
This week we're all about saying thank you.
And on that note ... what a truly uplifting and memorable afternoon at the High Peak Civic Service!
We're delighted this year to be one of the nominated charities of The Mayor of High Peak, Cllr Barbara Anne Hastings-Asatourian
The Mayor's High Peak Civic Service at St James' Church in Glossop, delivered around the vital themes of community and inclusion, was lovely, funny, and deeply inspiring.
Reverend Chris Nelson led the congregation on a wonderful journey, sharing reflective and light-hearted stories that kept everyone engaged and provided hope, with a moment to pause and think.
From the distinguished guests and upbeat hymns to the powerful readings and poetry, the atmosphere was unforgettable.
The musical performances were a huge highlight, with two beautiful choir pieces, including a moving rendition of You Will Be Found from Dear Evan Hansen, and a closing song from the Let’s Sing Community Choir, whose powerful performance of Something Inside So Strong brought a tear to many eyes on the day.
So many friends commented afterwards that the service was a perfect reflection of Barbara herself: warm, welcoming, and community-minded.
The afternoon was wrapped up with a collection for the Mayor's chosen charities - of which we are proud to be one - a prayer and blessing, and a delicious afternoon tea provided by Zadie Bakery in Buxton.
It was a delightful, sunny autumn Sunday that truly warmed our hearts and brought a sense of peace to everyone.
Michelle Breffitt, one of our charity trustee members, who is also a former attendee of ours when she was a young girl, said: “It was an absolute honour to attend in support of the Mayor of High Peak, Cllr Barbara Hastings-Asatourian, who has so generously chosen us as one of her designated charities for the year.”
🙏 Thank you, Mayor, for your kindness and support! 🙏
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Today's post is all about gratitude.
When running a charity like ours, it's important to take a moment to breathe and say thank you.
We've collected some wonderful comments from parents picking up their children from us at the end of their week with us this summer.
School leaders have also told us how much they are benefiting from some very happy pupils too.
We thought we'd share some of the lovely feedback:
One parent said: “This holiday was something I am unable to do for them and they are so happy they went.”
Another said: "L* has come home with such a positive attitude.
Willing to try new things and help out more with daily tasks.
His confidence is through the roof and has even started to play on the street with other children which he never did or had any interest in before.
Many thanks for giving him this opportunity and bringing him out of his comfort zones."
Thank you to everyone who has supported us and helped make this happen.
Thank you to the very talented Mark Averill from 'AV IT Media who captured some lovely photos for us like this one.
We think the smile on this holiday centre guest's face says it all.
🙏 Thank you. 🙏
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Meet our scarecrow!
We are so proud and honoured to be one of the charities benefiting from this year's brilliant Duffield and Hazelwood Scarecrow Trail which is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Thank you so much to trail organisers to Lisa and Jonathan Leach for your support - it means the world to us.
We think our CEO Janine Marie has done a great job putting together our charity's scarecrow!
The theme for 2026: "When I grow up" is a perfect fit for everything we stand for at the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre.
To create our entry Janine asked some of the children who attended our centre this year what they wanted to be when they grew up.
You can spot some of their answers on special Skegness postcards which we've presented around our scarecrow.
"Happy" said one child.
"Buy my mum a house" said another.
One child wanted to be a vet. Another said a surgeon.
We really hope they achieve their dreams.
So up until September 20 do go to Duffield and look out for our scarecrow at trail spot number 64 in Sefton Close! There are quite a few other scarecrows keeping ours company in that part of the village.
We hope lots of visitors will come and admire the scarecrows. There are well over 100 to spot in gardens all over the village.
The trail this year is shining a light on charities from across Derby, particularly those like ours supporting children and young people.
There's also a pop-up book shop, art show, and refreshment stops dotted along the route, and a book sale in aid of our charity and Bliss.
So what did you want to be when you grew up? Answers on a postcard please.
Thank you so much to everyone who helped make this wonderful event happen.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🧘 We like a flexible approach to fundraising! 🧘
A big thank you to High Peak Mayor Councillor Barbara Hastings-Asatourian for Whitfield who organised a fabulous Yogathon for us this weekend.
Barbara, who is herself a yoga teacher, organised the all day event at MyActive Glossop at the weekend.
Around 50 people from all walks of life come along to have a go at a range of different types of yoga.
There was ... Vinyasa with Lucy, Flow with Ella, Yin with Heather, Somatics with Barbara herself, Hatha with Svetlana and two meditation classes - also with Barbara.
"A wonderful day", says Barbara.
"We were so well supported by volunteers: teachers and helpers, MyActive staff and the building, lovely participants and very generous donors. Between sessions we feasted on donations of cakes, biscuits, fruit, teas and coffees."
Cash donations have so far added up to £250 and the grand total has yet to be totted up with some people contributing directly to the online link.
Two pieces of good news:
The link is still open for donations! (check the comments)
Two more events are in the pipeline: one in New Mills and the other in Buxton.
We are very proud that civic leaders from all over Derbyshire are supporting our charity during their year in office.
Along with Barbara who has pledged her support for our charity, the Derby Mayor Cllr Jonathan Charles Smale is also supporting us this year and has already done an incredible skydive!
And The Civic Chair of the Derbyshire Dales District Council, Cllr Joanne Linthwaite, is also supporting us this year.
