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Actor Max Von Sydow, who was cast in The Exorcist and Game of Thrones, has died aged 90. His family today announced that Mr Von...

Once a year, tales of broken limbs and bloodied faces filtered down into the quiet town where I grew up. They spoke of nearby Ashbourne...

There was a dramatic conclusion to this year’s annual Shrovetide event – as the Down’ards snatched a last-minute equaliser to deny the Up’ards a...

Every year, the young, old and canine flock to Ashbourne for its giant medieval football game between the up'ards and the down'ards. Despite bitterly cold...

Imagine playing a game of football with your mates, but instead of using your feet, you use your hands. And you have a lot of...

Royal Ashbourne Shrovetide officials have said they are determined to play on despite weather warnings. Members of the players’ committee will meet to discuss safety...

Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide football is set to return for 2020, reigniting the rivalry between the North and South of the town. The game starts at...

In the midst of Storm Ellen, the town of Ashbourne is preparing for one of the world's most unusual football games - Ashbourne Royal...

Residents in Belper are still recovering from the major flooding which hit the town in November. The weather in Derbyshire caused a major crisis for...

There are many things to do on Valentine’s Day like going to restaurants or maybe even a romantic trip away. But nothing beats cuddling up...