Guidance for Sustainable Living in Crich
Explore handpicked tools, resources, and websites to help you live more sustainably, support local initiatives, and take meaningful climate action.
Local Groups
Transition Network
Learn from other community-led sustainability projects globally.
Transition Belper
Discover opportunities through our closest established Transition Group.
Transition Chesterfield
Be inspired by this thriving Transition group in our wider region.
Grassroots Wirksworth
Find out about this local group, which is affiliated with the Transition Network.
Local Tools and Information
Derbyshire Waste Guide
Search from A-Z for a wide range of items and find out how you can reduce, reuse or recycle them.
Amber Valley Recycling
Discover how household waste and recycling collections work in Crich and surrounding areas.
Earthed Up!
Belper-based co-op nursery offering peat-free, chemical-free edible plants and sustainable gardening supplies.
Derwent Valley Trust
Walk, ride, paddle or cycle along the River Derwent's 55-mile course – safely and away from traffic.
Matlock Freecycle
Give away or collect unwanted items to reduce waste and keep useful things out of landfill.
Big Barn Local Food Map
Find local farm shops, independent producers, and food co-ops in and around Crich.
Other Useful Websites and Resources
CPRE
Campaigns for a thriving countryside, promoting sustainable rural living, local food, and green spaces.
Marches Energy Agency
Support for energy efficiency, fuel poverty, and community climate action.
Centre for Sustainable Energy
Gain practical advice on energy-saving and home improvements.
Ethical Consumer
Research ethical ratings of brands, products, and companies.
Garden Organic
Practical advice on composting, organic gardening techniques, and sustainable food.
Incredible Edible Network
Inspiration and support for community food-growing initiatives.
Our Sponsors and Collaborators
Crich Glebe Community Centre
A hub for local events, workshops, and groups, supporting community wellbeing and resilience.
Crich Parish Council
Local governance and guidance on parish-level initiatives, events, planning matters, and community development in Crich.
Arts Council England
National body supporting creativity and the arts, with funding opportunities for community-based cultural projects.
Make/Shift
A community-led programme that empowers residents to create, connect, and lead local change through arts, culture, and shared creativity. Part of Arts Council England.
New Mills Fashion Activistas
A grassroots group promoting sustainable fashion through mending, swapping, and upcycling in the High Peak area.