Poster for what's on summer holidays in Erewash. Kids point at various brightly coloured speech bubbles. A new listings guide for all the great things happening in Erewash this summer has been launched by the borough council.

The authority is aiming to make the What’s On section of the Erewash Borough Council website the go-to place for residents to find out what health and wellbeing  activities are on offer.

Councillor Josy Hare, who is Lead Member for Health and Wellbeing, urged fans of music, culture and sport to keep checking the guide – which already lists almost 200 events and activities.

It will be regularly updated by the town hall’s Community Health and Wellbeing Development team – with a focus on things all the family can do. The council is keen for it to be a comprehensive guide so is encouraging event organisers to get involved by submitting details. Cllr Hare said:

“There are loads of summer events all over Erewash, some of which may be a surprise to those who wrongly think there is not much happening in our fantastic borough. Our team realised residents simply did not know where to find out about all the health and wellbeing activities.”

Examples include a butterfly and dragonfly hunt at Bennerley Viaduct on Saturday 27 July – and a rodeo-themed summer fair the same day at Ilkeston’s Canal Vue care home. The guide includes links to more info about events. It can be found on the Summer Holidays 2024 page.

To get your upcoming event included in the listings simply email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The mission of the council’s Community Health and Wellbeing Development team is to empower people to make positive and healthy lifestyle choices. The team works in collaboration with local partners and organisations to provide sport, physical activity and health-related opportunities throughout the borough.