African and Caribbean Community Association

06/10/2026

They opened their home to so many. Now we’re coming together to honour their legacy. 💙

Join ACCA and the Spencer family on Friday 16 October as we unveil a blue plaque honouring Wilson and Vericka Spencer, whose home became a welcoming place for many of the Windrush Generation who settled in Chesterfield.

📍 Unveiling at 2pm
24 Springbank Road, Chesterfield

📍 Reception at 3pm
Committee Room 1, Chesterfield Town Hall
Light refreshments available.

If you’re planning to join us, please book your tickets in advance. Knowing how many people are coming helps us organise the refreshments and make sure there’s enough for everyone.

We’d love to see you there to mark this special piece of Chesterfield’s history.

Book your FREE tickets here: https://www.accachesterfield.co.uk/event-details/blue-plaque-unveiling-for-the-spencer-family

05/10/2026

What an amazing turnout for our Classical Tunes evening! 🎶

It was so lovely to see everyone come together, enjoy the music and spend the evening with us. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a great night.

A big thank you, too, to everyone who helped bring the evening together. We really appreciate the time and effort that goes into making these events happen.

From all of us at ACCA, thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you again soon! 💛

02/10/2026

https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/article/section/honouring-black-britain-2026/ludwig-ramsey-a-life-of-service-in-chesterfield/

The story of Ludwig “Lud” Ramsey can be traced through several different forms of public service. He has served in the Royal Air Force, worked as a

02/10/2026

25/09/2026

Our community deserves a say in the services that keep us safe.

Join us at ACCA for Your Safety, Your Say, a workshop with Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service. It’s an opportunity to share your experiences, ask questions and give feedback to help shape the future of the service.

We want our community’s voices to be part of that conversation, and we’d love you to join us.

Friday 2 October 2026 | 6pm–8pm
📍 ACCA Office, Unit 2 Penmore Business Centre, Saxton Close, Hasland, Chesterfield, S41 0SJ

Refreshments will be available, plus a prize draw for the chance to win a voucher on the day.

Please email [email protected] to confirm your attendance.

18/09/2026

Thank you again Spire Radio and Kathryn for allowing Lud to join you and share what exciting things ACCA has happening this October 🥰

"Let's chat with Kathryn" on Friday was with Andrew Payne
Pathways of Chesterfield join Pathways Big sleep out for Our homeless, details on their website and Facebook
African and Caribbean Community Association first Blue Plaque award on 14 th October for & Caribbean community association 👏

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14/09/2026

Black History Month is about celebrating our history, recognising the people who have helped shape our communities, and creating opportunities for the next generation.

On Thursday 29 October, we’ll be joining partners across Derbyshire for a special Black History Month Celebration at Derbyshire County Council Offices in Matlock.
We’re especially proud that the event will welcome people who made history within our local emergency services, including the first Black firefighter to serve with Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service in the early 1980s, alongside one of the first Black police constables serving during the same period.

The day will also explore:
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Positive action
• Community engagement
• Recruitment and opportunities
• Support networks

Thursday 29 October 2026 | 10am – 2pm
📍 Derbyshire County Council Offices, Matlock
🎟 Open to all

ACCA will be there alongside The Race Network at Derbyshire County Council, Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service, Links CVS Chesterfield and Derbyshire Constabulary.

Come along, hear the stories, meet the organisations involved and be part of celebrating Black history here in Derbyshire.

11/09/2026

A special moment in Chesterfield’s history. 💙

On Friday 16 October, ACCA will be joining the Spencer family and members of our community for the unveiling of a Blue Plaque recognising the contribution of the Spencer family to Chesterfield’s Black community.

The plaque will honour the legacy of Wilson and Vericka Spencer, members of the Windrush generation whose lives and contribution form an important part of our town’s history.

We are honoured that the occasion will be attended by guests including Don Spencer, Katie Spencer, daughter of the Spencer family, The Mayor of Chesterfield, Cllr Tricia Gilby, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council, and Roger McKenzie.

Friday 16 October 2026 | Blue Plaque unveiling – 2pm

The unveiling will be followed by a reception at:
3pm | Committee Room 1, Chesterfield Town Hall

Light refreshments will be available.

This is about more than a plaque. It is about recognising the people who helped shape our community, preserving their stories and making sure their contribution is remembered by future generations.

We hope you will join us for this important occasion. 💙

10/09/2026

Do you know what support Ashgate Hospice can actually offer you and your family?

We are joining with Ashgate Hospice for an afternoon of conversation, information and community.

It’s a chance to find out more about the support and services available through Ashgate Hospice, while Ashgate will also have the opportunity to learn more about ACCA, the work we do and the communities we support.

We also want this event to create space for honest conversation.

People from Black African and Caribbean communities can be under represented in conversations around hospice and palliative care, so we want to make sure those voices are part of the discussion.

Come along to:

💜 learn more about Ashgate Hospice and the support available
💜 hear more about ACCA and the work we do within our community
💜 ask questions in an informal and welcoming environment
💜 talk openly about perceptions or concerns around hospice care
💜 share what could make services feel more accessible
💜 make sure Black African and Caribbean voices are heard

Everyone is welcome to attend and as an African Caribbean community charity, we particularly encourage members of our Black African and Caribbean communities to come along, join the conversation and share their views.

There will also be an opportunity to enjoy Caribbean food together.

Tuesday 20 October 2026 | 4pm–6pm
📍 Ashgate Hospice

Free to attend.

Book your place: https://www.accachesterfield.co.uk/event-details/acca-x-ashgate-hospice-community-information-event

This is about learning from each other, building stronger community connections and making sure people know what support is available to them.

09/09/2026

🚒 Ever wondered what it’s actually like to work for Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service?

Or perhaps you simply want to know more about the work they do across our communities.

On Friday 2 October we will be welcoming Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service for a community open evening.

This is your chance to meet the team, ask questions and hear directly about:

🔥 Careers and employment opportunities
🔥 Recruitment into the Service
🔥 Plans for the coming year
🔥 The different roles available within Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service
🔥 The work they do to support and protect our communities

You don’t need to already be considering a career in the fire service, this evening is open to everyone*who would like to come along, learn more and have a conversation.

📅 Friday 2 October 2026
⏰ 6pm–8pm
📍 ACCA, S42 5PS

Places are free, but please book your place so we know who will be joining us.

Book here: https://www.accachesterfield.co.uk/event-details/derbyshire-fire-rescue-service-community-open-evening

Or email [email protected] reserve your place.

Please share this with anyone who might be interested, particularly anyone considering a career with Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service. 🚒

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service