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Anti-violence Bee Monument Tour
Type:Exhibition
Market Place
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S40 1TN
Call direct on:
Tel01246 345777
About
Chesterfield is preparing for the arrival of a thought-provoking anti-violence monument as it begins its county-wide tour of Derbyshire this weekend.
Originally created for Manchester, the 11ft tall monument was created using various weapons, including knives and firearms, seized from the city’s streets. The monument represents a firm stance against all forms of violence and the visit is set to highlight the force’s dedication to preventing, and talking about, acts of violence.
Whilst it is in Derbyshire, officers will be on hand to give advice, answer any questions and talk to visitors. The aim is to prevent violence, whatever it’s form, through a dedicated campaign which seeks to spread the anti-violence message across Derbyshire and beyond.
The visit follows the success of the knife angel’s visit to Derbyshire, which is made by the same company and started some really key conversations in communities.
The bee will also be spreading its wings and its messaging to youngsters in a number of schools and colleges during its month-long trek across Derbyshire.
Knitters and crafters have also been sending in hand-made bees, and whilst visitors are speaking to officers there will be the chance to grab one of these, which will contain anti-violence messaging, and sign up to our e-mail alert system, Derbyshire Alert.
Anyone who picks up one of these bees is encouraged to share their photos and engage with us on social media, tagging Derbyshire Constabulary and using the hashtag #BeeUnitedAgainstViolence
The bee will be in Chesterfield Town Centre on Wednesday 14th December.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Booking & Payment Details
- Free Entry
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Parking
- Parking with charge
Opening Times
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
The Market Place is in Chesterfield town centre but has no car park of its own so the directions below are to the nearest town centre car park.
From North/South Leave M1 at junction 29 and follow A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At traffic light controlled roundabout select middle lane and take 3rd exit. At next roundabout select right lane and take 2nd exit (Lordsmill Street). Select right lane and go straight on. At traffic lights continue straight on and follow the road round as it becomes Saltergate, keep going straight and then turn left onto Rose Hill E, take a slight left and Soresby Street Car Park is to your left.
From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway, then follow route from North/South.
From West Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Matalan) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and, at traffic lights, go straight on. At next roundabout select left lane and take 1st exit (Lordsmill Street), then follow route from North/South for either multi-storey or surface car parks.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train station Chesterfield, 10 minutes walk away
Any bus to Chesterfield town centre
