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.
Derbys & Notts Climate Network
A website for people and organisations who are passionate about tackling climate change and protecting our planet in our local area.
Local Tools and Information
Where to Recycle
Transition Belper have put together a very helpful guide on where to recycle in the local area and beyond
Amber Valley Recycling
Discover how household waste and recycling collections work in Crich and surrounding areas.
Derbyshire Waste Guide
Search from A-Z for a wide range of items and find out how you can reduce, reuse or recycle them.
Matlock Freecycle
Give away or collect unwanted items to reduce waste and keep useful things out of landfill.
Arkwright Repair Shop
A repair shop with access to skilled craftspeople restoring family treasures back to life.
Derwent Valley Trust
Walk, ride, paddle or cycle along the River Derwent's 55-mile course – safely and away from traffic.
Earthed Up!
Belper-based co-op nursery offering peat-free, chemical-free edible plants and sustainable gardening supplies.
Pingle Produce
Pingle Produce is a small market garden growing chemical free fruit and veg based near the lovely little market town of Wirksworth in Derbyshire. They deliver to Crich on Fridays. Collection from Tors Spring at anytime during the day.
Big Barn Local Food Map
Find local farm shops, independent producers, and food co-ops in and around Crich.
Refills on the Road
Derbyshire's mobile zero waste shop. Visiting Crich fortnightly outside Crich Glebe Community Centre on Tuesdays, 2-4pm.
Appletree & Avalon
Appletree and Avalon sell 100% UK made eco essentials, homeware & gifts.
Shop online or catch them at Crich Share & Repair Cafes.
Skopa
Zero waste shop right in the heart of Wirksworth.
They stock over 600 carefully sourced food and household items at surprisingly good prices to help us all to shop local and reduce or eliminate waste.
Eartharmony
Belper's one stop eco-shop!
Buy what you need without all the plastic!
Refill your containers and improve your health and the environment.
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.