Events Around Derby

We’re exploring all things Internet for a summer full of our popular Make and Take, from Meme Crafts to the best of online craft projects. Join QUAD artist Helen Jackson in creating, making and bringing the internet to life in our drop in creative sessions for the whole family. FREE, Drop In

Hack the Net: Friday 10th August, 2:30pm – 5:30pmCreative Tech: Friday 24th August, 2:30pm – 5:30pmSuitable for ages: 5+Join us in these exploratory, creative drop-in workshops where we look at creativity and technology.

Writing Flash Fiction With Alex Davis Thursday 13th September, 7:00pm – 9:00pm QUAD’s Literature Officer Alex Davis returns looking at the very shortest kind of fiction out there!

Crafty Tuesdays are our crafty holiday sessions at Pickford’s House, taking inspiration from this historic home and its temporary exhibitions. Donations welcome

Crafty Tuesdays are our crafty holiday sessions at Pickford’s House, taking inspiration from this historic home and its temporary exhibitions. Donations welcome

Join us for this nature focused session in Pickford’s garden during the holidays. Donations welcome

Ruse Springsteen and the DE Street Band: Tickets avaiable.

Have a go at different creative activities, work together as a family and take something home with you!Let’s get together and share the Summer with lots of fun and creativity.

Psychic evening with Jan Mayfield PSYCHIC EVENING This is a wonderful opportunity to join Jan as she connects to the universal-energies, bringing messages from loved ones and guided information for you. Join us as Jan Mayfield connects for you!

An evening of classical music and fireworks – don’t forget your picnic! Derby’s much-loved concert returns to Darley Park. Come along and be part of one of the UK’s biggest outdoor classical concerts, in the stunning natural amphitheatre that is Darley Park.

Runners will start the day in a pristine white shirt and then get covered from head to toe in a rainbow of colours at paint stations around the course. We really hope you will come along to join in the fun! Registration is £20 and you will receive a free white t-shirt and paint packet.

Drop by our 50 Things Bug Station to complete some insect related 50 Things challenges. Everyone might not be a fan of those creepy crawlies but they are such an important part of the natural ecosystem. Be sure to bring along your 50 things booklet to get some bug related challenges ticked off.

Drop by our Bug Station to complete some insect related 50 Things challenges. Booking not required, but if you are not a National Trust member, then admission charges to the park apply.

Discover more about the night time occupants in the parkland at Kedleston with an event led by Garry from Derbtyshire Bat Conservation Group. The event will begin in the restaurant with a Bangers and Mash tea followed by a presentation by Garry in the Servant’s Hall.

Butterflies, recognisable by their beautiful coloured wings are a sure sign of summer. Here in the pleasure grounds at Kedleston we get plenty seeking out the flowers. Come and decorate your own willow butterfly! Either take inspiration from those you have spotted or create one straight from your imagination!

Join us on the first Monday of every month for a practical outdoor work session aimed at families who home educate. Sessions will be suitable for a mix of ages, but children should be over 5 years old. Gloves and tools provided, please come dressed to get messy.

Formal ¾ acre Victorian style garden established over 20yrs, displaying and trialling new and existing varieties of bedding plants, herbaceous perennials and vegetable plants grown at the adjacent nursery. Over 180 hanging baskets and floral displays. 45 varieties of apple, pear and other fruit.

Formerly the ancestral home of the Meynell family, the gardens reflect the Georgian house standing in 4½ acres of grounds most of which is accessible and wheelchair friendly.

The Morley Show & Fun Day returns this year on September 9th and will feature BBC Radio Derby’s Andy Twigge as guest auctioneer! Show entries will be accepted in the school from 9.30-10.30am on the day.

Book your table now for our Bistro Night here at Croots on Friday 24th August! Our menu will be available soon, but please call us on 01332 843032 to book early.

5 acres of stunning garden set in beautiful countryside where immaculate lawns show off exotic rare plants and trees, mixing with old favourites in this outstanding garden. A huge variety of styles from temple to Cornish, Italian and English, gloriously designed and displayed. This is a must see garden.

Bring your picnic and rest on the grounds of Treetops Hospice Care Derby Road Risley. Enjoy the music from Ilkeston Brass Band and the Rockabillies Choir. Bring your own picnic , wine, tables, chairs, blankets and enjoy a wonderful evening of great music, with good friends.

Repton is a thriving village dating back to Anglo Saxon times and was where Christianity was first preached in the Midlands. In the crypt of the church there are still well preserved remains of Saxon architecture.

"Free Public Talk - The Mind, Health & Happiness" This talk by Carol Sheriff, who is an experienced meditator and teacher, looks at the connection between our mind, general happiness and our mental and physical health.