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Barlborough Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Today
Barlborough Gardens, Chesterfield S43 4EH
Barlborough is an ancient village, steeped in history, perched on the top of yellow limestone scarp in the furthest North East corner of Derbyshire...
Meynell Langley Trials Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Today
Meynell Langley Trials Garden, Ashbourne DE6 4NT
A plant persons paradise with over 200 floral baskets and containers together with herbaceous perennial borders, fishpond and wildlife ponds, in...
The Paddock - Open Garden for NGS
Today
The Paddock, Chesterfield S41 8LZ
½ acre garden incorporating small formal garden, stream and koi filled pond. Stone path over bridge, up some steps, past small copse, across the...
Longford Hall Farm - Open Garden for NGS
Today
Longford Hall Farm, Ashbourne DE6 3DS
The garden consists of a large front garden, where shrubs such as hydrangeas, roses, ferns, grasses and hosta beds surround a modern pond and...
Belper Pubs Past and Present
Today
The Talbot, Bridge Foot, Belper DE56 2UA
Join us for a fascinating journey through the town’s rich and colourful past as we explore its historic inns and taverns...
Art in the Octagon
Mon 13 Jul to Wed 15 Jul
Pavilion Gardens, St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
A fantastic extravaganza of art & craft in the iconic Octagon Hall and it's free to enter! 30 artists & makers selling their work and each one...
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Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery - Open Garden for NGS
Wed 15 Jul
Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 2TA
Beautiful 9 acre woodland garden with a large collection of rare trees and shrubs. Interest throughout the year with spring flowers, cool leafy areas...
The Ladyboys of Bangkok: Full Moon Derby
Fri 17 Jul to Sat 25 Jul
Bass Recreation Ground, Meadow Lane DE1 2BH
Step into the dazzling glow of the Full Moon — where glamour meets illusion and every heartbeat dances to the rhythm of the tropics!...
Cascades Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 18 Jul
Cascades Gardens, Matlock DE4 2AH
The Meditation Garden and Bonsai centre: Fascinating 4 acre peaceful garden in spectacular natural surroundings with woodland, cliffs, stream, pond...
New Mills School - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul
New Mills School, High Peak SK22 4NR
Mixed herbaceous perennials and shrub borders, with mature trees, lawns and gravel border situated in the semi-rural setting of the High Peak inc a...
Peak District Artisans Summer Showcase 2026
Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul
Buxton Octagon
The Pavilion Gardens, St John’s Road Buxton SK17 6BE
The cream of artists inspired by and living and working in the stunning Peak District are holding their annual showcase in Buxton on July 18th and...
Hawthornden - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul
Hawthornden, Buxton SK17 6RW
A varied garden with an extensive lawn leading into woodland over 1½ acres. Planted with hardy shrubs and perennials the lush gardens have several...
Rock n roll! Derby care home invites community to themed party
Sat 18 Jul
170 Rykneld Road
Littleover
Derby
Derbyshire DE23 4AN
A care home in Derby is opening its doors for a retro party complete with music, dancing and vintage fun...
Marlborough Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul
Marlborough Cottage, Buxton SK17 6RQ
Victorian gardener's cottage close to the centre of Georgian Buxton. of an acre organic garden, reclaimed in the last seven years...
Secret Gardens of Winster
Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul
Winster DE4 2DJ
Explore the lanes and ginnels of historic Winster to discover a wide variety of gardens on show.
We will have over 20 gardens each afternoon, with...
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49 Middle Row - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 19 Jul
49 Middle Row, Buxton SK17 8SX
Steep, terraced, south facing, hillside garden in small, historic mill village, with glorious views over Monsal Dale...
Walking with the Georgians
Sun 19 Jul
Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
Unlock the Mystery of Belper!
Wander the streets where history comes alive — uncover wild celebrations, fiery feuds, and the everyday lives of...
8 Curzon Lane - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 19 Jul, Sun 9 Aug
8 Curzon Lane, Derby DE24 8QS
Mature garden with lawns, borders packed full with perennials, shrubs and small trees, tropical planting and hot border...
58A Main Street - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 19 Jul
58A Main Street, Swadlincote DE12 8JW
¾ acre garden formed from a once open field over the last few years. The garden has developed into themed areas and is changing and maturing...
Ken Godfrey`s Central Jazz Band at Risley Park Jazz Club
Wed 22 Jul, Wed 5 Aug, Wed 19 Aug, Wed 2 Sep
The Risley Park Inn,
Derby Road, Risley.
(Near M1 jct 25) DE72 3SS
Lunchtime Jazz continues fortnightly at The Risley Park Jazz Club on Wednesdays
with Ken Godfrey`s Central Jazz Band...
SadoMasochism for Accountants (Musical In Concert)
Fri 24 Jul and Sat 25 Jul
The Old Clubhouse, 3 Water Street, Buxton SK17 6XW
Sadomasochism for Accountants is based on the hilarious novel by Rosy Barnes
Paula is dumped by her boyfriend Alan for being too boring...
The Lodge, Tissington Gates - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul
The Lodge, Tissington Gates, Ashbourne DE6 1NH
Once hidden behind a wall of trees, the ½ acre garden is in a process of transformation. Now with 360 views of the countryside, you'll see a...
Woodend Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul and Sun 26 Jul
Woodend Cottage, Matlock DE4 2LX
The owner has made unique stone buildings on a strip of land on the roadside opposite his house, inc a tiny stone shelter with a fireplace and...
26 Windmill Rise - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul and Sun 26 Jul
26 Windmill Rise, Belper DE56 1GQ
Behind a deceptively ordinary faade, lies a real surprise. A lush oasis, much larger than expected, with an amazing collection of rare and unusual...
2 Haddon View - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul and Sun 26 Jul
2 Haddon View, Matlock DE4 2LR
In May, rhododendrons and azaleas make a lovely spring display. They surround the summerhouse and are part of the herbaceous borders...
The West End Jazz Band
Thu 30 Jul, Thu 27 Aug, Thu 24 Sep
The Horse and Groom, 48 Elm Street, Derby. DE1 3HN
The West End Jazz Band play traditional Dixieland Jazz every last Thursday evening of each month.
Byways - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 1 Aug and Sun 2 Aug
Byways, Chesterfield S40 3NX
Three times winners of the Best Back Garden over 80 sqm, and also twice winners of Best Front Garden, Best Container Garden and Best Hanging Basket...
9 Main Street - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 2 Aug
9 Main Street, Ilkeston DE7 6AU
acre hilltop garden with lovely farmland views. Terracing, borders, lawns and pergola create space for an informal layout with planting for colour...
Greenacres - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 2 Aug
Greenacres, Belper DE56 0TF
Spectacular large garden in rural Derbyshire, wonderful uninterrupted countryside views. Stroll among pines, weeping birches, acers, oaks and...
Harnessing the power of the Derwent - Milford and Makeney
Sun 2 Aug
Wheel Pit behind the Elephant & Peacock, Derby Rd, Milford, Belper DE56 0QW
Explore the Hidden Power of the River Derwent!
Join Dr Ian Jackson on his first-ever guided walk with the Belper North Mill Trust, and uncover the...
Alderwasley - Landscape of Hurt Heritage Walk
Sat 8 Aug
In car park of Alderwasley village Hall (St Margaret's medieval chapel) grid reference 3255340. Chapel Hill, Belper DE56 2RB
Ready for a walk that takes you straight into the heart of the Industrial Revolution?
Join us for a dynamic hillside adventure overlooking the...
bowshaw community festival
Sun 9 Aug
bowshaw showground,bowshaw island S18 7GU
a gigantic event footfall 12-15 thousand, it includes a funfair, live reggae,ska music stage arena 1,circus acts ,drummers and choir on arena 2,also...
Raiswells House - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 9 Aug
Raiswells House, Chesterfield S43 4ES
A spacious ½ acre garden surrounded by fields and a woodland backdrop, designed to give a peaceful, calm, relaxing aura...
Clarendon - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 9 Aug
Clarendon, Chesterfield S43 4EN
A bay tree archway leads to the first of many seating areas, underneath a specimen Cedar. This leads to a triangular shaped front lawn and an...
Psychic evening with Jan Mayfield
Mon 10 Aug
The alma inn melbourne DE73 8FE
Join psychic medium Jan Mayfield for an intimate evening of psychic and mediumship connection at The Alma Inn in Melbourne...
The Brookside Jazz Band (every 2nd Wednesday of each Month)
Wed 12 Aug
The Vernon Arms, 21 Locko Rd, Spondon, Derby DE21 7AL
The Brookside Jazz Band play mostly traditional Jazz but with a variety of ballads, blues and other interesting tunes...
The Gondoliers
Sat 15 Aug
The Playhouse, 16 Eccles Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith SK23 0EZ
Set sail with PB Theatricals! In beautiful Venice, two Gondoliers have just been told that one of them is secretly the king of the Island of...
Shell Fayre
Sat 15 Aug
Cavendish Hall, Chatsworth House DE45 1PJ
The British Shell Collectors Club will be holding their fourteenth event in Derbyshire at the Cavendish Hall on the Chatsworth Estate on the 15th of...
Peak District Photography Workshops - Heathers Sunset
Sat 15 Aug
Peak District, 6 Mayfield Terrace, Hathersage, England, , United Kingdom S32 1BE
Peak District photography workshops -based around Hathersage in Derbyshire for spectacular viewing points with plenty of heathers as the sun sets
Yew Tree Bungalow - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 16 Aug
Yew Tree Bungalow, Matlock DE4 5FD
Plantswomans ½ acre cottage style garden on a slope created by the present owners over 40 yrs. Many mixed borders planted with many choice and...
Meynell Langley Trials Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 16 Aug, Sun 6 Sep
Meynell Langley Trials Garden, Ashbourne DE6 4NT
A plant persons paradise with over 200 floral baskets and containers together with herbaceous perennial borders, fishpond and wildlife ponds, in...
The Gondoliers
Sun 16 Aug
Medway Community Centre, New St, Bakewell DE45 1DY
Set sail with PB Theatricals! In beautiful Venice, two Gondoliers have just been told that one of them is secretly the king of the Island of...
36 Edge Road - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 16 Aug
36 Edge Road, Matlock DE4 3NH
Matlock town centre garden of approx 1 acre. Beautifully designed and landscaped. Herbaceous borders, Japanese garden, wildlife pond, mature trees,...
Tissington Hall - Open Garden for NGS
Mon 17 Aug, Mon 24 Aug, Mon 31 Aug
Tissington Hall, Ashbourne DE6 1RA
Large garden surrounding Tissington Hall in the ancient village of Tissington. Celebrating 89 yrs in the National Garden Scheme, with stunning rose...
Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery - Open Garden for NGS
Wed 19 Aug
Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 2TA
Beautiful 9 acre woodland garden with a large collection of rare trees and shrubs. Interest throughout the year with spring flowers, cool leafy areas...
Chevin Brae - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 22 Aug
Chevin Brae, Belper DE56 0QH
A large garden, with swathes of daffodils in the orchard during spring. Extensive wildflower planting along edge of wood features aconites,...
World of the Workers
Sun 23 Aug
North Mill car park by Chevin Cricket range Belper DE56 1YD
Travel back to the beating heart of the Industrial Revolution in Belper — the world’s first cotton spinning town — and discover a story that changed...
27 Wash Green - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 23 Aug
27 Wash Green, Matlock DE4 4FD
Beautiful large garden, with outstanding views of historic Wirksworth town, and the surrounding Ecclesbourne valley...
15 The Woodcroft - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 23 Aug
15 The Woodcroft, Derby DE74 2QT
acre garden developed by the owner over 46 yrs with mature choice trees and shrubs, old and modern shrub roses, fern garden, wildlife garden, drifts...
12 Ansell Road - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 29 Aug to Mon 31 Aug
12 Ansell Road, Sheffield S11 7PE
98 yrs after being created outside the then newly built house, this suburban garden remains in the same family and is largely unchanged from 1928...
12 Water Lane - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 29 Aug
12 Water Lane, Matlock DE4 4LY
Small, eclectic hillside cottage garden on different levels, created as a series of rooms. Each room has been designed to capture the stunning views...
Getting Crabs, Throwing Stones and Other Offences: 19th Century Trespa
Sun 30 Aug
No28 on Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
A Nightwatchman’s Notebook: Milford in the 1830s
A notebook kept by the Milford nightwatchmen in the 1830s was handed over to the Belper Historical...
The Hollies - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 30 Aug
The Hollies, Chesterfield S43 4EH
The Hollies maximises the unusual garden layout and inc shade area, patio garden with Moroccan corner, cottage border plus fruit trees...
Belper Ghost Walk
Sun 30 Aug
Belper Triangle, King Street, Strutt Street, and Campbell Street, Belper DE56 1PV
Dare to Uncover the Hidden Secrets of Belper
Enter the shadows and experience Belper like never before on this thrilling and atmospheric guided...
12 Water Lane - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 30 Aug
12 Water Lane, Matlock DE4 4LY
Small, eclectic hillside cottage garden on different levels, created as a series of rooms. Each room has been designed to capture the stunning views...
Repton NGS Village Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Mon 31 Aug
Repton NGS Village Gardens, Derby DE65 6FR
Repton is a thriving village dating back to Anglo Saxon times. The village gardens are all very different, ranging from the very small to very large,...
The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 5 Sep and Sun 6 Sep
The Old Vicarage, Matlock DE4 4NH
Glorious garden with mixed flowering borders and mature trees in gentle valley with fantastic views to Black Rocks. All-season interest...
Broomfield Hall - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 6 Sep
Broomfield Hall, Ilkeston DE7 6DN
25 acres of constantly developing educational Victorian gardens/woodlands maintained by volunteers and students...
Coxbench Hall - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 6 Sep
Coxbench Hall, Derby DE21 5BB
Former ancestral Georgian Home of the Meynell family, the gardens focus on sustainability, organic and wildlife friendly themes...
Bridge Hill Ice House
Sun 6 Sep
Archway House, Belper Mills complex, Belper () DE56 1YD
Behind closed gates for seven years… now it’s your turn to step inside.
Very little now remains of Bridge Hill House, once the grand home of the...
Echoes of Buenos Aires Martin Alvarado & Gerardo Villar y Los Aguirre
Wed 9 Sep
St Wilfrid's Church, Church Lane, Barrow upon Trent DE73 7HB
Experience the passion and power of Buenos Aires in a breathtaking evening of tango, folk music, and unforgettable song...
Holmlea - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 12 Sep and Sun 13 Sep
Holmlea, Belper DE56 2EJ
Explore the 1½ acre garden, described by many visitors as unique. Wide variety of plants grown in different situations...
Mills, Music and Manufacturing
Sun 13 Sep
North Mill car park by Chevin Cricket, Belper DE56 1YD
The Sounds and Secrets of Old Belper
Yes, cotton built the town — but beyond the mills of Belper mills, another world was buzzing...
FREE taster session with the Chesterfield Rock Choir
Mon 14 Sep, Mon 21 Sep
Whittington Moor Methodist Church, Scarsdale Road, Chesterfield S41 8NA
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
Your friendly local Chesterfield choir is run by vocal coach Rachel Modest...
Join our choir in Duffield/Amber Valley for a FREE taster session
Tue 15 Sep, Tue 29 Sep, and more dates until Tue 24 Nov
Duffield Meadows School, Park Road, Duffield, Belper DE56 4GT
Are you looking to learn to sing?
Your local Belper choir is run by vocal coach Danny McCormack. Rock Choir is unequalled in the opportunities we...
Join our choir in Marple/New Mills for a FREE taster session
Wed 16 Sep, Wed 23 Sep
Spring Bank Arts Centre, Spring Bank, New Mills, High Peak SK22 4BH
If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Rock Choir.
The High Peak Rock Choir is led by Derbyshire...
FREE taster session with the Matlock Rock Choir
Wed 16 Sep
Rowsley Village Hall, School Lane, Rowsley DE4 2EE
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir...
FREE taster session with the Derby Rock Choir
Wed 16 Sep, Wed 23 Sep
The Church On Oakwood, 378 Bishops Drive, Oakwood, Derby DE21 2DF
Are you looking to learn to sing?
The Oakwood, Derby Rock Choir is led by choir leader Danny McCormack...
FREE taster session with the Glossop Rock Choir
Wed 16 Sep
Glossop Central Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Glossop SK13 8AT
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Glossop Rock Choir is led by local vocal tutor David...
Cara Dillon
Thu 17 Sep
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
“One of the most admired singers in the modern wave of folk stars, Cara Dillon’s pure, sweet voice has an appeal well beyond the British folk music...
Peak District Challenge 2026 Wilderness Development
Fri 18 Sep
Hathersage S32 1DU
Event date: 18-19 September 2026
www.peak-district-challenge.com
The Peak District Challenge is a trail running or trekking challenge that...
The Dark Side of Milford
Sat 19 Sep
Milford Triangle Belper DE56 0QW
Step off the beaten track and explore the “dark side” of Milford, where the winter sun never quite reaches over the Chevin...
Candlelight Chamber Music - Theme: Pride & Prejudice
Sat 26 Sep
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
Join members of The Hallé orchestra & associates for this candlelight concert of chamber music themed around Pride & Prejudice, and featuring music...
Join our choir in Mickleover for a FREE taster session
Tue 29 Sep, Tue 6 Oct, Tue 13 Oct, Tue 20 Oct, Tue 3 Nov
St John The Evangelist Church, Devonshire Drive, Mickleover, Derby DE3 9HT
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir...
More Belper Channels
Sat 3 Oct
Belper Market Place DE56 1FZ
Step off the beaten path… and step into history.
Belper isn’t just a town — it’s a hidden labyrinth of picturesque footways, secret lanes, and...
Abba tribute - Super Duper Troupers
Sat 3 Oct
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
These Super Duper Troupers are shining like the sun and feeling like a number one with their authentic tribute to the legendary Swedish sensation, ‘...
FREE taster session with the Chesterfield Rock Choir
Wed 7 Oct, Wed 21 Oct, Wed 11 Nov, Wed 18 Nov, Wed 25 Nov
St John's Walton, Walton Back Lane, Chesterfield S42 7LT
Do you want to find a choir near you?
The local Chesterfield choir is run by vocal teacher Rachel Modest...
Into the Dream: A Half-Day Introduction to Lucid Dreaming
Sat 10 Oct
Elephant Rooms Health And Wellbeing Centre, 36 South St, Draycott, Derby DE72 3PP
What if tonight, you could wake up inside your dream?
We spend a third of our lives asleep, and yet most of us meet our dreams only in fragments,...
Belper Pubs Past and Present
Sun 11 Oct
The Talbot, Bridge Foot, Belper DE56 2UA
Join us for a fascinating journey through the town’s rich and colourful past as we explore its historic inns and taverns...
Chamber Music Concert - Theme: Piano Trios
Fri 16 Oct
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
Join members of The Hallé orchestra & associates for this chamber music concert with a talented piano trio and featuring music by Debussy, Martinu...
Peak District Photography Workshops Padley Gorge | 10-17
Sat 17 Oct
Peak District, Upper Padley, Grindleford, , United Kingdom S32 2JA
Peak District Photography Workshops - Padley Gorge - a narrow, tree-lined gorge with a river so provides ample opportunity for macro & movement shots
Shady Characters and Ne’er Do Wells
Sun 18 Oct
Belper Marketplace DE56 1FZ
Villains, Vice & Vintage Belper
This isn’t your usual town stroll. Discover the secret haunts of Belper’s most notorious criminals and uncover...
Legends of Motown live at the Duchess Theatre, Long Eaton
Tue 20 Oct
The Duchess Theatre, Chatsworth Arts Centre, West Gate, Long Eaton NG10 1EF
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band,...
Roxy Magic
Sat 24 Oct
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
Celebrating Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry:
UK’s longest-running and most acclaimed tribute to Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry, ROXY MAGIC can guarantee an...
Life as an 1805 Mill Worker
Sun 25 Oct
No28 on Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
Meet Mary: A Mill Worker’s Story from 1805
Join Mary, a mill worker in 1805, for a light-hearted journey back in time as she shares her experiences...
Peak District Photography Workshop Padley Gorge - Autumn
Sun 1 Nov
Peak District, Upper Padley, Grindleford, , United Kingdom S32 2JA
Peak District Autumn Photography Workshops - Padley Gorge - a narrow, tree-lined gorge with a river which provides ample opportunity for autumn shots
Chamber Music Concert - Theme: Oboe & Strings
Fri 6 Nov
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
Join current & former members of The Hallé orchestra for this chamber music concert with oboe, violin, viola & cello...
Belper in Wartime
Sat 7 Nov
Belper Memorial Gardens Belper DE56 1PZ
107 Years After the Great War – Discover Belper’s Hidden History!
This year marks 107 years since the Armistice that ended large-scale fighting...
Peak District Photography - Autumn Workshop - Padley Gorge
Sat 7 Nov
Peak District, Upper Padley, Grindleford, , United Kingdom S32 2JA
Peak District Autumn Photography Workshops - Padley Gorge - a narrow, tree-lined gorge with a river which provides ample opportunity for autumn shots
Along Green Lane and Back Again
Sun 8 Nov
Memorial Gardens entrance on King Street Belper DE56 1PZ
Step Into the Hidden History of Belper!
Take a short but unforgettable walk through one of Belper’s most intriguing old lanes and discover the...
Fleetwood Mack Experience
Sat 14 Nov
Ashbourne Link Centre, Station Road, Ashbourne DE6 1AA
The ultimate tribute to the legendary Fleetwood Mac!
From the heart of the Midlands, we bring you the hits of one of the greatest bands in rock...
Psychic evening with Jan Mayfield
Mon 7 Dec
The alma inn melbourne DE73 8FE
Join psychic medium Jan Mayfield for an intimate evening of psychic and mediumship connection at The Alma Inn in Melbourne...
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
Wed 9 Dec
Derby Cathedral, Derby DE1 3DY
Enjoy an exceptional candlelight concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of Derby Cathedral. Celebrate the season with Vivaldi’s iconic...
Word Up 80s live at The Brewhouse, Burton-upon-Trent
Fri 18 Dec
The Brewhouse, Union Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1AA
Get ready to sing and dance all night long!
Featuring some of the best musicians in the business, Word Up 80s will take you on an unforgettable...
Belper Pubs Past and Present
Sun 20 Dec
The Talbot, Bridge Foot, Belper DE56 2UA
Join us for a fascinating journey through the town’s rich and colourful past as we explore its historic inns and taverns...
Legends of Motown live at The Brewhouse, Burton-upon-Trent
Fri 16 Apr 27
The Brewhouse, Union Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1AA
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band,...
Legends of Motown live at St Peter's Church, Belper
Sat 17 Apr 27
St Peter's Church, Church Lane, Belper DE56 1EZ
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band,...
Things to do around Derbyshire
If you're planning a day out in Derbyshire, this charming county in South East England offers a wealth of activities for all ages. From historic sites to outdoor adventures, here are some delightful options:
1. Trace along winding Winnats Pass:
- Cutting through the green valleys of the Peak District National Park, the steep Winnats Pass is perfect for racing cyclists and adventurous trekkers. Explore numerous footpaths that offer different angles of this stunning pass. At its end, discover four tourist caves, with Speedwell Cavern being the most unusual. Descend over 100 steps to reach the flooded miners' tunnel and tour around impressive displays of fluorspar, stalactites, and stalagmites. Look out for the mysterious "bottomless pit" and other natural vertical shafts that seem like portals into other worlds.
2. Explore Poole’s Cavern:
- As far as underground adventures go, Poole’s Cavern is among the most fascinating things to do in Derbyshire and the Peak District. Nature has worked its magic over millions of years to produce vast limestone caverns, each adorned with crystal formations jutting from the walls. Take a guided tour through the "rooms" and learn about the caverns' extensive history. Don't miss the adjacent Buxton Country Park for woodland treks, zip wires, and aerial walkways.
3. Nibble at an original Bakewell Pudding:
- Have you ever had food so good that it's immortalized by name? The original Bakewell Pudding is one such delight. Visit the charming village of Bakewell and indulge in this sweet treat. Explore the picturesque streets, visit the historic Bakewell Old House Museum, and enjoy the view from the medieval Bakewell Bridge.
4. Visit the generational Renishaw Hall:
- Renishaw Hall, near Sheffield, is a historic country house with beautiful gardens. Explore the Italianate gardens, woodland walks, and the impressive hall itself. Don't miss the Sculpture Gallery, which houses a remarkable collection of contemporary art. It's a delightful blend of history, art, and natural beauty.
5. Celebrate the arts at Buxton International Festival:
- Buxton hosts an annual International Festival, celebrating music, opera, literature, and more. Enjoy performances in the stunning Buxton Opera House, explore the town's architecture, and immerse yourself in cultural events. It's a unique experience in the heart of the Peak District.
Remember, Derbyshire's mix of natural wonders, historic landmarks, and cultural events promises an unforgettable day out!
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1. Trace along winding Winnats Pass:
- Cutting through the green valleys of the Peak District National Park, the steep Winnats Pass is perfect for racing cyclists and adventurous trekkers. Explore numerous footpaths that offer different angles of this stunning pass. At its end, discover four tourist caves, with Speedwell Cavern being the most unusual. Descend over 100 steps to reach the flooded miners' tunnel and tour around impressive displays of fluorspar, stalactites, and stalagmites. Look out for the mysterious "bottomless pit" and other natural vertical shafts that seem like portals into other worlds.
2. Explore Poole’s Cavern:
- As far as underground adventures go, Poole’s Cavern is among the most fascinating things to do in Derbyshire and the Peak District. Nature has worked its magic over millions of years to produce vast limestone caverns, each adorned with crystal formations jutting from the walls. Take a guided tour through the "rooms" and learn about the caverns' extensive history. Don't miss the adjacent Buxton Country Park for woodland treks, zip wires, and aerial walkways.
3. Nibble at an original Bakewell Pudding:
- Have you ever had food so good that it's immortalized by name? The original Bakewell Pudding is one such delight. Visit the charming village of Bakewell and indulge in this sweet treat. Explore the picturesque streets, visit the historic Bakewell Old House Museum, and enjoy the view from the medieval Bakewell Bridge.
4. Visit the generational Renishaw Hall:
- Renishaw Hall, near Sheffield, is a historic country house with beautiful gardens. Explore the Italianate gardens, woodland walks, and the impressive hall itself. Don't miss the Sculpture Gallery, which houses a remarkable collection of contemporary art. It's a delightful blend of history, art, and natural beauty.
5. Celebrate the arts at Buxton International Festival:
- Buxton hosts an annual International Festival, celebrating music, opera, literature, and more. Enjoy performances in the stunning Buxton Opera House, explore the town's architecture, and immerse yourself in cultural events. It's a unique experience in the heart of the Peak District.
Remember, Derbyshire's mix of natural wonders, historic landmarks, and cultural events promises an unforgettable day out!