Trees - Shirland Triangle

Shirland Triangle – Tree Update

As Chair of the Parish Council, I would like to address residents' concerns regarding the recent discussions about the trees located on the Shirland Triangle. I understand the community's interest and wish to clarify the situation and the thought process behind it.

First and foremost, no final decision has been made regarding the potential felling of any of the trees whether this be one, two, three or none at all. The only decision taken at the Parish Council meeting on the 16th October 2025 was to obtain quotes from three companies for possible future work which is why you may have seen contractors on site looking at the trees to help them prepare the quotes This is simply part of the information gathering process and does not mean any action has been approved.

The Parish Council has been asked whether the trees are subject to a Tree Preservation Order or are within a Conservation Area. I can confirm that the three trees do not fall into either of these categories.

It is important to note that the Council's conversations have been exploratory only. One idea emphasized as only a discussion point was that, if a tree were to be removed, it could be replaced with a purpose planted Christmas tree. This would provide a central focal point during the festive season, creating a more appealing display for residents and for those passing through Shirland.

I wish to dispel any rumours suggesting that felling work has already been approved or is underway as this is not the case. The Parish Council remains committed to open communication and will continue to consult with residents before any decisions are made.

Thank you for your understanding and for sharing your views as we work together to make Shirland a place we can all take pride in.

Cllr Mike Roe
​ Chair of Shirland and Higham Parish Council

Parish Council meeting 21st August 2025

Please note that this meeting is to be held at Shirland Village Hall and not at Stonebroom Pavilion.

Lamppost poppies

As you are aware for several years the Parish Council has been proud to arrange the installation of Poppies on a large number of lamp columns throughout the Parish.

The Parish Council are extremely grateful to the Royal British Legion Riders who have taken the time in the past to put up and remove the Poppies and have done a fantastic job.

Unfortunately, the group are unable to assist this year and therefore we are asking if any local charities are interested in carrying out this task for a donation from the Parish Council. If any groups are interested please contact the Parish Clerk on 07912 270066 or email [email protected]

Please note that this work involves the use of a step ladder at the side of the highway and therefore is unsuitable for children.

Allotment Plot

The Parish Council has a plot available on the allotment site on Mickley Lane (the newer of the 2 allotment sites).

If you are interested please contact the Parish Clerk on 07912 270066 or email [email protected]

Councillor Vacancy

SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM PARISH COUNCIL
 
VACANCY FOR CO-OPTION OF A NEW COUNCILLOR
 
Notice is hereby given that a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for Shirland and Higham Parish Council and we invite applicants to apply for co-option.
If you would like to make a difference, and be involved in shaping the future of your local Community, why not step forward and apply to become a Parish Councillor?
 
Applicants should note that Councillors are expected to attend monthly meetings which are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month excluding December. 
 
The Council wishes to invite interested and eligible people to submit their applications for the role by way of a letter or email outlining the following:
 
• the contribution you believe you could make to the work of the Council;
• the personal qualities that you would bring to the role and your interests in the Parish;
• your availability for attending meetings.
 
Please make sure that you include your home address, telephone number and e-mail address in your letter.
All applications must be received by noon on Thursday 14th August 2025.  All applicants will be asked to attend the Parish Council meeting on Thursday 21st August 2025 when all applications will be considered.
 
Interested persons must be a qualifying Commonwealth or EU citizen, aged 18 years or over and:
  • Have lived in the Parish or within three miles of it for the preceding twelve months
  • Be a registered elector in the Parish: or
  • Have occupied as owner or tenant any land or premises in the Parish for the preceding twelve months: or
  • Have their principal or only place of work in the Parish for the preceding twelve months
  • Must not be disqualified from holding office as a Councillor
 
Helen Dowson, Parish Clerk, Shirland and Higham Parish Council, 11 Broughton Close, Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4DQ.
[email protected]
Tel. 07912 270066
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Summer Holidays 2025

The Parish Council are pleased to announce that during the Summer holidays they are piloting and funding a number of outdoor experience sessions for children and teenagers who live in the parish and are aged 8-17 years old. For further information please see the attached poster. Please note places are limited. ALL PLACES HAVE NOW BEEN TAKEN.
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Notice of Vacancy

Newly Elected Parish Councillors

Details of your newly elected Parish Councillors can be found on our Who's Who on the Council page of our website.

Statements of Persons Nominated

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Notice of Election

Battle's Over

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The Parish Council would like to thank everyone that attended the events in the Parish on Sunday evening.  Thank you to everyone that contributed to the collections for ABF The Soldiers' Charity, the total raised was £127.72.

Remembrance Events

The Parish Council would like to thank everyone who came along to the Centenary Remembrance Services held in the Parish on the morning of Sunday 11th November 2018.

​St Peter's Church Stonebroom
St Leonard's Church Shirland
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Chairman of the Parish Council Cllr Barry Barnes, Father Chris Andrews and Cllr David Williamson at the lighting of the beacon at St Leonard's Church Shirland.
​At the Parish Council meeting held on Monday 19h November 2018 Cllr Barnes spoke about the success of the events in the Parish and thanked everyone involved.





















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​Your Council working for Your Community

Shirland and Higham Parish Council owns the Village Hall and its site in Shirland, the Parish Sportsground, Pavilion and MUGA in Stonebroom, the Shirland Cemetery, Play Areas in Shirland and Stonebroom, a selection of bus shelters, grit bins and lamp posts,   and holds the Stonebroom Recreation Ground in Trust.  It also administers allotments in Mickley and Stonebroom.  It is responsible for dog and litter bins, oversight of footpaths and hedges etc., and is consulted on planning matters by the District Council.  In order to ensure proper representation of local matters it works closely with County and District Councils, the police and other agencies. 

In order to ensure proper representation of local matters it works closely with County and District Councils, the police and other agencies.  Twelve Councillors are elected for a period of four years and the Council meets every month except December at Santos Higham Farm.  The public are welcome to attend and 15 minutes is allotted to the public for them to raise issues or comment on parish matters.  A separate Parish Meeting is held in March when the public can raise any matters and vote on resolutions – although the Council is not obliged to act on them.  The Annual General Meeting of the Council is held in May when the Chairman and committees are elected.  
The Parish of Shirland and Higham is the southernmost parish in the District of North East Derbyshire and is extensive geographically, extending from Oakerthorpe in the south to Stretton in the north and bounded between west and east by the River Amber and the Morton Brook.   The four villages which make up the Parish each have their separate and distinct identities and characteristics.