Nicholas Lees, 67, of Bath Street, Ilkeston, has appeared before Derby Crown Court charged with child sexual offences.
Nick Lees appeared via video link from custody at HMP Nottingham, where the court heard that he denies six charges, which will now proceed to trial.
A trial date has been set for 11 May 2026 and is expected to last around five days. The court was told that special measures will be put in place to protect the complainants.
Lees remains in custody.
Reporting restrictions are in place.