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LONGCLIFFE INVESTS IN NEW DUMPER FOR BRASSINGTON QUARRY OPERATION

[9th September 2024]

Dumper trucks may seem unglamorous, but without them we would be missing critical mineral products which go into everyday essentials such as animal feeds, glass and adhesives. Recognising this important role, local company Longcliffe (who manufacture over 100 of these essential products) have invested over £500,000 in a new Komatsu dumper.

The five metres tall, 110-tonne (loaded) machine will replace an older dumper which has done good service at the company’s Brassington Moor Quarry for over 10 years. Quarry Manager Jon Murgatroyd said: “The dumpers can be the unsung heroes of our operation, but they play a vital role in the primary part of our process. Once the rock has been blasted, an excavator loads up the dumpers for onward transportation to our primary crusher. From here we crush the rock down and then mill it to produce the many grades of material our customers need for a range of everyday products.

SPONSORSHIP HELPS SECURE DEFIBRILLATOR FOR HISTORICAL MINE

[19th August 2024]
Thanks to local sponsorship a potentially life-saving defibrillator has now been installed at historical Derbyshire visitor site, Good Luck Mine* near Matlock. 

The former lead mine which opened in 1830 is now a popular visitor spot with around 400 cavers and miners coming to the site each year.  Special trips are arranged so that visitors are able to go down the Mine, under Middleton Moor, and explore the old workings which ceased operation in the 1950s

The Good Luck Mine Preservation Club, which has 60 members, has been fundraising for a defibrillator after a Club member collapsed inside the mine and had to be rushed to hospital.  Thanks to sponsorship from local company Longcliffe Quarries Ltd and other contributors, the Club has been able to buy and install a defibrillator at the entrance to the mine.

Image: Longcliffe Quarries Ltd Group Managing Director Paul Boustead (centre in orange) with members of the Good Luck Mine Preservation Club and the defibrillator purchased through sponsorship from Longcliffe. 

SECOND BONSALL ARTS TRAIL IS A BIG SUCCESS!

[9th July 2024]
Sharing and celebrating local artists and their work, the second Bonsall Arts Trail  - held over the weekend of 29 and 30 June – was an even bigger success than the first.  Over 700 visitors walked around the village to enjoy the work of over 100 artists.  Unique and original pieces of art were on display from paintings, textiles, sculptures, jewellery and ceramics. The artists displayed their work in a variety of venues around this beautiful and historic village, with the focus for the event being the Park on Clatterway.
 
Local company Longcliffe Quarries Ltd were involved as the major sponsor for a second time and 25 artists entered a piece for the Longcliffe Award with a prize of £200 cash. 

Image: Longcliffe Operations Director Chris Wainwright (left) with Arts Trail organiser Julie Leggett (centre) and winner of the Longcliffe prize Zaza Lewis (right) with her winning painting.

THIRD YEAR OF SPONSORSHIP FOR LADIES’ CRICKET SUCCESS STORY IN MATLOCK

Matlock Ladies Cricket Club is going from success to success and has been boosted by a third year of sponsorship from local company Longcliffe Calcium Carbonates.

With all hardball games won so far this season; and their softball league also going well, the new and growing group has much to celebrate.

Paul Boustead, Longcliffe Group Managing Director: “It’s been a pleasure to support this inclusive community Club and see Ladies cricket become increasingly popular in Matlock. We look forward to hearing how they continue to grow.”

Image: Matlock Ladies
[Press release date: 24th June 2024]
 

ALL WELCOME AT QUARRY NATURE RESERVE’S SIXTH OPEN DAY

Hoe Grange Nature Reserve near Matlock opens its doors for a sixth year on Sunday 7 July between 11am and 4pm. Following the success of the 2023 Open Day when nearly 300 people visited, this year’s event promises to be another celebration of wildlife.

Image - Painted Lady by Peter Walker
[Press release date: 5th June 2024]

MET POLICE TARGET DERBYSHIRE LORRY SAFETY WITH AWARD-WINNING TALK

Local company Longcliffe has partnered with the Metropolitan Police to deliver an award-winning safety talk to over 100 Derbyshire-based HGV drivers and other transport professionals. The campaign, which launched in 2022, aims to support safe working practices and keep drivers updated on changes to road traffic laws.

IMAGE: Left to right - Longcliffe HGV Driver, Amy; James Hopkinson, Longcliffe Head of Transport; Steve Bennett, Director, Central Construction Services; Longcliffe HGV Driver, Craig; Inspector Richard Wenham Metropolitan Police; Sergeant Rob Beckers, Metropolitan Police; Ben Bennetts HGV Driver Paul

LOCAL COMPANY INVESTS OVER £2M TO BOOST BUSINESS AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Long-established family-owned Derbyshire company Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has announced it is to spend £2.4 million on two new mills for its calcium carbonates (limestone) operation. This investment in the most up to date technology will enhance the company’s ability to supply the exacting requirements needed of high purity calcium carbonate powder products; and, at the same time, increase the sustainability of its operations.

Longcliffe Development Director Ian McDonald with one of the new mills.

Over 100 ARTISTS TO CELEBRATE THEIR WORK THROUGH SECOND BONSALL VILLAGE TRAIL

Save the date - over 100 artists will come together to show and celebrate their work through a second art ‘trail’ in the village of Bonsall on 29 and 30 June.

Left to right: Looking ahead to another successful event - Bonsall Arts Trail organisers Chris Tkacz and Julie Leggett (Chair) with Longcliffe Quarries Ltd Managing Director, Paul Boustead.

WINDOW INTO THE WORLD OF WORK FOR WIRKSWORTH STUDENTS

As part of their careers week, a group of 30 Year 9 students have been given a  first-hand view of the wide variety of jobs involved in operating a quarrying company.
 

LONGCLIFFE WELCOMES NEW PLANNING AND ESTATES PROFESSIONAL TO THE TEAM

Bringing more than 35 years estates and planning expertise, Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has welcomed John Bradshaw to its team as Group Planning and Estates Manager.
 

NEW EXCAVATOR JOINS QUARRYING ‘TEAM’ TO KEEP LIMESTONE PRODUCTION ON TARGET

A new giant excavator, weighing in at 70 tonnes (the equivalent of 10 African elephants), has joined the ‘team’ at Brassington Moor Quarry, operated by Longcliffe Quarries Ltd.  The family-owned company extracts very high purity limestone (calcium carbonate) for use in over 100 essential products from animal feeds to glass manufacture and from adhesives to plasterboards.
 

CHRISTMAS SPONSORSHIP GIFT SEES WIRKSWORTH FOOTBALLERS PLAYING IN A NEW KIT

Footballers playing for the over 100 years old Wirksworth Ivanhoe Club are sporting a new kit, thanks to an early Christmas present in the shape of a local sponsorship boost.

DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE ON ROAD SAFETY FOR 200 ASHBOURNE STUDENTS

To mark National Road Safety Week 2023, 225 Y7 Ashbourne students were given a very different perspective on pedestrian safety – from the viewpoint of a lorry driver.

ASHBOURNE AZTECS HORNETS BUZZING ABOUT THIS SEASON AFTER SPONSORSHIP BOOST

Ashbourne Aztecs Under 11’s football team, the Hornets, is buzzing about the start of this season, having received a sponsorship boost which will see the players sporting a smart new strip.

DRY STONE WALLERS TEST OUT THEIR SKILLS AT LONGCLIFFE

Dry stone walling experts from across the country have tested out their skills on a wall forming a quarry boundary in Longcliffe.

LONGCLIFFE INVESTMENT IS HELPING KEEP LOCAL ROADS CLEAN

Lorry drivers have welcomed investment in a new access road which has helped Derbyshire company Longcliffe keep local roads cleaner, despite the challenges of the recent weather. 

LORRY EVENT PROVIDES INVALUABLE SAFETY EXPERIENCE FOR ADVANCED MOTORISTS

Local company Longcliffe Quarries Limited has provided a group of advanced motorists with an invaluable ‘view from the cab’ – an insight into the day to day driving challenges faced by lorry drivers.

FIFTH OPEN DAY SUCCESS FOR BUTTERFLY RESERVE

 
Despite the dull and breezy weather, around 275 people went along to the Open Day at the nature reserve at Hoe Grange Quarry, near Matlock. 
 

LONGCLIFFE INVESTS IN SECOND DRILL RIG TO INCREASE SUSTAINABILITY

Derbyshire-based Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has made a significant investment in a second drill rig for its calcium carbonates quarrying operation, delivering major improvements in efficiency and sustainability.

GREEN GRANT HELPS LOCAL COMPANY IMPROVE ENERGY EFFICIENCY

A £20,000 grant from Derbyshire County Council’s ‘Green Entrepreneurs Programme’* has helped local company Longcliffe Quarries Ltd improve its sustainability through a reduction in energy consumption of 137,500 Kilowatts per year.

LONGCLIFFE’S NEW BEST IN CLASS ROAD FLEET DELIVERS BENEFITS ALL ROUND

Derbyshire-based Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has invested in 10 brand new ’72 plate Volvo trucks, delivering benefits all round – for the customer, environment, drivers and company.
 

BRASSINGTON VILLAGERS PREPARE TO CELEBRATE RETURN OF SUMMER CARNIVAL

MAJOR SPONSORSHIP TO BOOST VISITOR LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT THE NATIONAL STONE CENTRE

Major Derbyshire Dales employer Longcliffe Quarries Ltd has joined forces with the National Stone Centre (NSC) in Wirksworth to highlight career opportunities in the quarrying industry and inspire the next generation to come and work in this vital sector.

LONGCLIFFE CELEBRATES SILVER FLEET AWARD

Demonstrating first-class commitment to the highest standards in safety, environment and operational efficiency across its road operation, Derbyshire based Longcliffe Quarries is celebrating the company achieving and maintaining its Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Silver accreditation.

BOARD ROLE FOR LONGCLIFFE’S COMMERCIAL HEAD

Starting out 35 years ago as a Loading Shovel Driver on a concrete plant, Darren Mooney’s career has taken him through many operational and sales roles. And his knowledge, expertise and track record in the quarrying and aggregates industries has now been rewarded with a board position as he takes on the role of Commercial Director for Longcliffe Calcium Carbonates.

NORTHERN IRELAND GROUP VISITS LONGCLIFFE’S STATE-OF-THE-ART WASHING PLANT

The Northern Ireland branch of the Institute of Quarrying has enjoyed an in-depth visit to Longcliffe Calcium Carbonate’s Brassington Moor Quarry in Derbyshire. Central to their tour was the quarry’s £3.5 million state-of-the-art washing plant.

MATLOCK FOOTBALL CLUB’S ASTROTURF CROWDFUNDER KICKS OFF WITH QUARRYING COMPANY BOOST

A campaign to install a new 3G Astro Turf pitch which would enable football to be played ‘morning, noon and night’ in Matlock has been boosted through sponsorship by local quarrying company Longcliffe.

QUARRYING COMPANY DRIVES HOME ROAD SAFETY MESSAGES WITH SECONDARY PUPILS

To mark the start of National Road Safety Week we partnered with Anthony Gell School in Wirksworth to educate students on how to be safe when cycling or walking near lorries.  

PLAYTIME JUST GOT BETTER FOR CROMFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS

Pupils at Cromford Church of England Primary School are making the most of their playtime and outdoor learning opportunities now that their playground has had a significant makeover.

DERBYSHIRE BOWLS CLUB ENDS SEASON WITH SPONSORSHIP CELEBRATION

Members of Wirksworth Bowls Club have ended the official playing season with a competition and celebration of renewed sponsorship from local company Longcliffe Quarries.

Her Majesty

We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was a shining example of a lifetime of duty and service to this country. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this difficult time.

May she rest in peace.

LOCAL CRICKET CLUB CELEBRATES SPONSORSHIP

QUARRYING COMPANY COMMITS TO SECOND THREE-YEAR SPONSORSHIP DEAL WITH DERBYSHIRE CRICKET CLUB

Students Boost A-Level Research With Visit to Longcliffe And Our Nature Reserve

Students from Tupton Hall School in Chesterfield have boosted their classroom learning with visits to a local quarry and nature reserve, hosted by the Longcliffe Group.

Earthbound Exhibition is now open!

UNIQUE EXHIBITION OPENS AT NATIONAL STONE CENTRE TO CELEBRATE ‘HIDDEN LAYERS BENEATH OUR FEET’

New Group MD Appointed

Longcliffe Group are delighted to announce that Paul Boustead FIQ has been appointed as Longcliffe Group MD from 1st April 2022

Longcliffe Group MD

Longcliffe are looking to appoint a Group MD

Derbyshire Dales MP opens new wash plant

Derbyshire Dales MP Sarah Dines has officially cut the ribbon to open our new washing plant

Our Chairman's Message 8th June 2020

Please see update below from Robert Shields

Further information can be obtained by e-mail to:
[email protected]
 

Coronavirus : Update 11th May

To all our customers /suppliers
We will continue to remain open for business!

Please take time to read our current statement on the above.
Any questions can be sent to: [email protected]
 

New Volvo Trucks

In September we took delivery of 8 units to replace a proportion of our current fleet.

Technical Sales Manager - Longfloor (POSITION NOW FILLED)

Due to the rapidly growing LONGFLOOR business and growth in cementitious screeds generally we require a Technical Sales Manager to join our expanding experienced team.

Longfloor successfully launched!

Longcliffe have developed a new addition to our range of high purity products.
Longfloor is a dry powder bulk binder for the manufacture of a cement based liquid screed to specification BS EN 13813:2002