The meeting focused on promoting the High Peak and Staffordshire Morelands area, highlighting its cultural heritage, natural landscapes, and career opportunities.

Cultural and Natural Attractions

The meeting began by emphasizing the unique qualities of High Peak, located in Staffordshire Morelands. The area is known for its bustling market towns, picturesque villages, and vibrant communities rich in culture and heritage. Key attractions include the natural mineral water of Buxton and the Georgian Crescent, which is now the North's only five-star thermal spa hotel. The architecture of Pigeon and the area's strong links to the arts and crafts movement were also highlighted. These features make High Peak a popular destination for tourists, activity lovers, and thrill seekers.

Career Opportunities

The strategic alliance between High Peak and Staffordshire Morelands offers a wide range of career opportunities. The shared workforce delivers services to these two distinct independent areas, each with its own borough and corporate plans and priorities. This variety is seen as a significant advantage for professional development. The benefits package for staff includes family-friendly and flexible employment options, wellbeing support, learning and development opportunities, and perks such as leisure access and the cycle to work scheme.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for individuals to join the workforce and make a lasting impact in a region that offers so much.