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Meveril Lodge - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 4 Jul 26
Meveril Lodge, High Peak SK23 9UZ
A recently developed 1½ acre rural garden surrounded by a stream, divided into areas themed by colour and season, with an emphasis on scented plants...
FREE taster session with the Chesterfield Rock Choir
Wed 1 Jul 26
St John's Walton, Walton Back Lane, Chesterfield S42 7LT
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Join our choir in Marple/New Mills for a FREE taster session
Wed 1 Jul 26
Spring Bank Arts Centre, Spring Bank, New Mills, High Peak SK22 4BH
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The local High Peak choir is run by choir leader Gina Blease...
High Roost - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 28 Jun 26
High Roost, Glossop SK13 6UZ
Garden on terraced slopes, views over fields and hills. Winding paths, archways and steps explore different garden rooms packed with plants, designed...
Slatelands House - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 28 Jun 26
Slatelands House, Glossop SK13 6LH
Victorian mill-owner's stone residence built on rising ground. Sloped bank from road is terraced stone retaining low-maintenance ilex balls,...
Hill Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 28 Jun 26
Hill Cottage, nr Chesterfield S45 0BL
Hill Cottage is a lovely example of an English country cottage garden. Whilst small, the garden has full mixed borders packed with colour and...
Belper Ghost Walk
Sun 28 Jun 26
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...
William Strutt, FRS: A tradesman of some eminence
Sun 28 Jun 26
No28 on Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
The work and legacy of William Strutt, FRS (1756–1830)
Discover the work and legacy of William Strutt, FRS, as seen through the eyes of those who...
Brilliant Beethoven - by The Sitwell Singers
Sat 27 Jun 26
St John the Evangelist Church, Mill Street, Derby DE1 3HZ
We finish our season with Ludwig van Beethoven's powerful and moving, Missa Solemnis.
Beethoven is one of the best known, and most revered,...
Gorse Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 27 Jun 26
Gorse Cottage, Hope Valley S32 3YB
Delightful cottage garden bounded by mature trees, rhododendrons and far-reaching views to Chatsworth...
Shakespeare in the Garden - A Midsummer Night's Dream
Sat 27 Jun 26
High Lea Park and Gardens, St Mary's Road, Manchester SK22 3BW
Bring a picnic and something to sit on; it's time for Shakespeare in the Garden! Overgrown Theatre is delighted to announce its 2026 production...
Wirksworth Open Gardens
Sat 27 Jun 26
Wirksworth, Derbyshire DE4 4EU
This ancient town has a wide variety of intriguing courtyards and gardens that are often hidden from view but which offer glimpses of delight as you...
Bakewell International Day of Dance
Sat 27 Jun 26
Bakewell DE45 1DT
Bakewell International Day of Dance are thrilled to be back for our 22nd year. Save the date - Saturday 27th June 2026?...
Pingle Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Wed 24 Jun 26
Pingle Cottage, Hope Valley S32 4TJ
0.7 acre garden, renovated over the last 4 yrs from neglect, but still a work in progress. Open, sloping garden with stunning views over the local...
FREE taster session with the Matlock Rock Choir
Wed 24 Jun 26
Rowsley Village Hall, School Lane, Rowsley DE4 2EE
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The local Rowsley choir is run by vocal tutor Rachel Modest...
The Search for Belper’s Lost Manor Hous
Sat 20 Jun 26
Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
Put on your detective hat and join us for a one-mile parkland circuit from Belper Market Place, where history meets mystery!...
Southcot, The Green - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 20 Jun 26
Southcot, The Green, Ashbourne DE6 3BX
acre wildlife friendly garden on 2 levels with lawns, colourful perennial planted borders and raised vegetable beds...
Songs and Strings - Live Music in Wirksworth
Sat 20 Jun 26
West Derbyshire URC Church, Wirksworth, Derbyshire DE4 4FB
Join James Rippingale, David Heyes, Sarah Poole and Jonathan Priestley for a delightful evening of music in the beautiful acoustics of...
The History of Belper Market Place
Thu 18 Jun 26
Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
Take a gentle stroll through one of Belper’s most important areas and see how the town has changed over the years—with a few colourful characters to...
Tales and Trickery
Tue 16 Jun 26
Archway House, Belper Mills, Bridgefoot, Belper DE56 1YD
Dive headfirst into Belper’s magical side on this 3.5-mile country walk, where mermaids, fairies, witches, and even a ghost are ready to spill their...
Feeding Belper
Sun 14 Jun 26
Belper Marketplace DE56 1FZ
Join Adrian Farmer on a fascinating journey through Belper’s culinary history, exploring how people have been fed over the past 1,000 years...
Edale Country Day
Sun 14 Jun 26
Edale Playing Field, next to the main car park, Edale. S33 7ZP
Edale Country Day is always a great day out for all the family, with lots to see and do, and some great stalls...
Melbourne Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 13 Jun 26
Melbourne Hall Gardens, Derby DE73 8EN
A 17 acre historic garden with an abundance of rare trees and shrubs. Woodland and waterside planting with extensive herbaceous borders...
Beth’s Poetry Trail
Sat 13 Jun 26
Belper River Gardens DE56 1FE
Celebrate the life and work of Beth Fender, Belper’s beloved local poet, on this unique walking experience...
The Barn Chalico Farm - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 13 Jun 26
The Barn Chalico Farm, Worksop S80 4LS
A new garden in keeping with the Arts & Crafts style. The beds have been raised for ease of maintenance with easy access pathways throughout...
Pear Tree Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 13 Jun 26
Pear Tree Cottage, Worksop S80 4LS
The owners have lived at Pear Tree Cottage for 49 years. Their aim has been to make a garden in the cottage style that is easy to maintain...
Belper and the Beasts
Fri 12 Jun 26
Belper Triangle, King Street, Strutt Street, and Campbell Street, Belper DE56 1PV
Step into the stranger side of Belper with this 2-mile walk exploring the town’s weird and wonderful animal encounters from centuries past!...
The Hutfall
Wed 10 Jun 26
Belper Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ
Discover one of Belper’s hidden gems with Adrian Farmer on an evening walk around The Hutfall, the town’s unique village field...
FREE taster session with the Chesterfield Rock Choir
Wed 10 Jun 26
St John's Walton, Walton Back Lane, Chesterfield S42 7LT
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Join our choir in Marple/New Mills for a FREE taster session
Wed 10 Jun 26
Spring Bank Arts Centre, Spring Bank, New Mills, High Peak SK22 4BH
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Gorsey Bank Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 7 Jun 26
Gorsey Bank Gardens, Matlock DE4 4AB
A charming hillside hamlet at the southern edge of the historic market town of Wirksworth, set in the beautiful Derbyshire Dales...
88 Church Street West - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 7 Jun 26
88 Church Street West, Pinxton NG16 6PU
Plantwoman's garden, developed over 25 yrs to inc collections of hardy geraniums, agaves, ferns, persicaria and grasses...
Belper's Lost Manor House heritage
Sun 7 Jun 26
No28 on Belper Market Place, Belper DE 56 1 FZ DE56 1FZ
Uncover the Secrets of Medieval Belper!
Did you know that medieval Belper was home to a grand manorial complex, complete with a magnificent hall...
D-Day Darlings - Victorious
Sun 7 Jun 26
Buxton Opera House Water Street, Buxton, United Kingdom SK17 6XN
Following the success of their VE Day 80 tour and triumphant performances at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Britain's beloved songbirds, The...
On The Trail of Slater the Traitor
Sun 7 Jun 26
Belper Mills, Bridgefoot DE56 1YD
Join Ian on a fun and scenic 5.25-mile countryside walk to explore the early life of the infamous Samuel Slater—also known as “Slater the...
250 years of waterpower: A Strutt legacy
Sat 6 Jun 26
Belper River Gardens DE56 1FE
Join experienced guide Dr Ian Jackson for a fascinating walk around the waterways of the Belper Mill complex and discover how the power of the River...
Chakra Balancing Workshop
Sat 6 Jun 26
Eternal Aquarius
94 Granville Street
Woodville
Swadlincote DE11 7JH
Chakra Balancing Workshop
There are times when our Chakras become clogged or muddied, through our connections and interactions, as we go about our...
The Smithy - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
The Smithy, Buxton SK17 6HD
Small oasis of calm in the town centre, designed by its architect-owners. Pretty colour-themed borders and dappled tree cover...
Ford Lodge - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
Ford Lodge, Alfreton DE55 5RG
Various 'garden rooms,' ranging from a formal area to our water themed, cottage and Mediterranean garden...
The Dower House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
The Dower House, Melbourne DE73 8JH
Beautiful view of Melbourne Pool from balustraded terrace of 1829 house. Garden drops steeply by paths, arbour or steps down a bank of some 60...
Belper 1776
Fri 5 Jun 26
Belper Marketplace DE56 1FZ
Discover Belper as it was in the 18th century on this fascinating walk with Adrian Farmer. Explore the streets and buildings where the Strutt family...
Oxfam Fashion Show
Fri 5 Jun 26
The Medway Centre Bakewell DE45 1DY
Presented by Bakewell Oxfam, in association with SOS Charity Fashion Shows.
A fun and unique shopping experience with clothes carefully selected...
The Hollies - Open Garden for NGS
Thu 4 Jun 26
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...
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Risley
Wed 3 Jun 26
Derby Road, Risley DE72 3SS
Embarking on its 29th year of touring, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience continues its universally acclaimed adaptation of the iconic TV series...
Piano Recital: Wu Ningxi
Mon 1 Jun 26
St. Anne's Church, Whitecross St, Leaper St, Derby DE1 3NB
Piano Recital: Wu Ningxi
Sunday 1 June 2026, 1pm
St. Anne's Church, Whitecross St, Leaper St, Derby DE1 3NB
Experience an afternoon of...
That'll Be The Day
Sun 31 May 26
Derby Arena
Royal Way, Pride Park, Derby DE24 8JB
An unforgettable performance celebrating the 40th Anniversary of That’ll Be The Day and Trevor’s farewell tour...
Schubert Evening with Richard Jenkinson, Benjamin Frith & Heide Rolfe
Sat 30 May 26
The Multi Faith Centre
University of Derby
Kedleston Road
Derby DE22 1GB
PROGRAMME
Arpeggione Sonata (cello and piano)
Impromptu(s) (piano)
Songs (arr. Goltermann for cello and piano)
Fantasy in F minor D940 (piano 4...
Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience
Sat 30 May 26
Sealwood Estate & Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton DE12 6PA
Wine & Cheese Tasting at Sealwood Estate & Vineyard – 30th May 2026 @ 14:00-15:30
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Sealwood Estate &...
Tissington Hall - Open Garden for NGS
Mon 25 May 26
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...
60 Poplar Road - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 24 May 26
60 Poplar Road, Derby DE72 3BH
Rambling roses and clematis climb through flowering fruit and conifer trees. Small flowering cornus and cersis trees...
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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!