Derbyshire Events
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Dobbies Christmas Shopping Night in aid of Alzheimers Research UK
Thu 27 Nov 25
Burton Road, Findern DE65 6BE
Dobbies Garden Centres is encouraging customers to come along on Thursday 27 November to be the first to shop exclusive Black Friday offers at its...
Kinder Scout [Via Grindsbrook Clough scramble] – Peak District
Tue 25 Nov 25
Edale Car park, Hope Road Edale S33 7ZQ
Enjoy the popular Grindsbrook Clough scramble up the Peak Districts highest mountain. With scrambles, walking along the edge of the highest mountain...
Santas Grotto
Sun 23 Nov 25
4 Highwood Way, Balborough Links, Chesterfield S43 4XN
Back by popular demand, Santa’s Grotto – this time with a North Pole adventure theme. Children will journey through a magical, ice-inspired world,...
Santas Grotto
Sun 23 Nov 25
Burton Road, Findern DE65 6BE
Back by popular demand, Santa’s Grotto – this time with a North Pole adventure theme. Children will journey through a magical, ice-inspired world,...
Louise Leigh headlines our November comedy night at Number 28 Belper!
Sat 22 Nov 25
28 Market Pl, Belper DE56 1FZ
We're back at Number 28 in Belper on November 22nd!
Our headliner is the wonderful Louise Leigh!...
Swing from Paris at Dronfield Hall Barn
Fri 21 Nov 25
Dronfield Hall Barn, High St, Dronfield S18 1PX
Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy Bowen and Sam Hughes) and double bass (Tomasz Williams),...
Join our choir in Matlock for a FREE taster session
Wed 19 Nov 25
Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church, Oak Road, Matlock DE4 3FJ
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Join our choir in Matlock for a FREE taster session
Wed 19 Nov 25
Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church, Oak Road, Matlock DE4 3FJ
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
Your local Matlock choir is run by singing teacher Rachel Modest...
Join our choir in Matlock for a FREE taster session
Wed 19 Nov 25
Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church, Oak Road, Matlock DE4 3FJ
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Join our choir in Derby for a FREE taster session
Wed 19 Nov 25
The Church On Oakwood, 378 Bishops Drive, Oakwood, Derby DE21 2DF
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Potcheen Chasers
Sat 15 Nov 25
Glossop Labour Club SK13 8AT
Potcheen Chasers
A lively evening of music with a Celtic Connection
Saturday 15 November, 8pm, at the Glossop Labour Club
Tickets £10 for advance...
Ewan Millar (oboe) and Tomos Boyles (piano)
Sat 15 Nov 25
St. Alkmund’s Church
Church Drive (off Makeney Road)
Duffield DE56 4BA
PROGRAMME
Musgrave – Dawn, Finzi - Interlude
Bach – Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen
Ravel – Sonatine arr...
Rivers in Crisis
Tue 11 Nov 25
Bradbury House, Glossop SK13 8AR
11 Novermber, 7.30 pm Bradbury House
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, High Peak Group
Jack Perks : Rivers in Crisis
All welcome. Admission £3
Peak District 5 Edges Walk 9th November
Sun 9 Nov 25
Haywood Car Park, Longshaw EstateGrindleford, Hope Valley S11 7TZ
Discover the beauty of the Peak District’s famous Five Edges on this 17km guided hike.
Led by experienced guide Andy Gigg, this full-day walk...
Swing from Paris at Cutthorpe Village Hall
Sat 8 Nov 25
Cutthorpe Village Hall, Main Rd, Cutthorpe, Chesterfield S42 7AJ
Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy Bowen and Sam Hughes) and double bass (Tomasz Williams),...
Belper in War time in walk
Sat 8 Nov 25
Belper Memorial Gardens DE56 1PZ
107 years after the Armistice that ended the massive battles of the First World War, the world—and Belper—was forever changed...
Victoria! Music of Triumph & Majesty - sung by The Sitwell Singers
Sat 8 Nov 25
St John the Evangelist Church, Mill Street, Derby DE1 3HZ
At the end of this season we are going on tour to Salamanca, and so our whole season is inspired by the great composers of Spain and Latin...
A Night To Remember
Sat 8 Nov 25
St Peter's Church, Church Lane, Belper DE56 1EZ
Join the multi-award-winning Derwent Brass for this Festival of Remembrance - a moving evening of music and reflection in honour of all who gave...
The 46th Chesterfield and District Festival Of Remembrance
Thu 6 Nov 25
The Winding Wheel, Holywell Street, Chesterfield, . S41 7SA
The Festival Of Remembrance Committee is presenting the 46th Chesterfield and District Festival Of Remembrance on November 6th, 2025...
A Fairytale for Christmas
Thu 6 Nov 25
Derby Arena, Royal Way, Derby DE24 8JB
From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as talented singers, musicians...
A Fairytale for Christmas
Thu 6 Nov 25
Derby Arena
Royal Way
Derby DE24 8JB
‘Tis the season to be jolly as the ultimate Irish Christmas concert is BACK for 2025!
After four back-to-back sell-out tours, and successful runs...
A Fairytale for Christmas
Mon 3 Nov 25
Buxton Opera House
Water Street
Buxton SK17 6XN
Following four sell-out tours, Irish Christmas concert A Fairytale for Christmas returns for its
biggest tour yet this winter, including a...
A Fairytale for Christmas
Mon 3 Nov 25
Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton SK17 6XN
Tis the season to be jolly as the ultimate Irish Christmas concert is back for 2025!
After four back-to-back sell-out tours, and successful runs in...
A Fairytale for Christmas
Mon 3 Nov 25
Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton SK17 6XN
From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as talented singers, musicians...
Autumn Dales – The White Peak Guided Walk (Dog Friendly, Peak District
Sun 2 Nov 25
Tideswell Dale Car Park, B6049, Buxton SK17 8QH
About the Walk
Experience the Peak District’s White Peak at its most beautiful time of year. This easy-going guided walk follows the River Wye...
Peak District Photography Workshops Padley Gorge | 2-11
Sun 2 Nov 25
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...
Intermediate Navigation Day – Bleaklow & Kinder Plane Wrecks
Sun 2 Nov 25
Doctors Gate, Snake Road, Peak DistrictGlossop SK13 7PQ
Take your navigation skills to the next level on this Intermediate Navigation Day in the Peak District, exploring the dramatic landscapes of Bleaklow...
Makers and Crafters Fair
Sun 2 Nov 25
Monyash Village Hall, Church Street, Monyash DE45 1JH
Monyash Quilters. Our annual craft fair, full of local crafters selling fabulous hand made gifts.
Browse, admire and buy a wide variety of bags,...
Makers and Crafters Fair
Sun 2 Nov 25
Monyash Village Hall, Church Street, Monyash DE45 1JH
Our annual craft fair showcasing a fabulous variety of handmade gifts, bags, lampshades, cards, slate and wooden crafts, cushions, knits, fabric,...
The Poisoned Giggle Water Murder Mystery
Sat 1 Nov 25
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
Wirksworth Station
Station Road
Coldwell Street
Wirksworth DE4 4FB
The Poisoned Giggle Water is set during the roaring 20s in the era of the Great Gatsby.
The evening starts with a glass of fizz to enjoy as you...
Abseil & Caving Multi Activity Day
Sat 1 Nov 25
Millers Dale Viaduct,Monsal Trail, Buxton SK17 8SN
Two of our most popular activities – in one unforgettable day.
Looking for a full day of adventure in the Peak District?...
Peak District Photography Workshops Padley Gorge | 1-11
Sat 1 Nov 25
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...
Birchen Edge & Chatsworth Guided Walk – Dog Friendly (Peak District)
Sat 1 Nov 25
Chatsworth House Car Park, Bakewell DE45 1PN
Join Alex and Leia for a beautiful guided walk exploring Chatsworth Park and the rugged gritstone edges of Birchen Edge — a perfect blend of history,...
Abseiling In The Peak District – Morning Session
Thu 30 Oct 25
Millers Dale Viaduct,Monsal Trail, Buxton SK17 8SN
Join us for an abseiling session from the impressive Millers Dale viaduct near Tideswell. We run sessions either in the morning or afternoon, ideal...
Movement in Menopause – Healthy Hike for Women meeting at Hartington
Sat 25 Oct 25
Parsons Cl, Hartington, Buxton SK17 0BE
There will be a small group of clients (max 12) for the event. The hike is for women who are going through the peri-menopause/menopause journey and...
The Best Of Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters, QOTSA) - Swadlincote
Sat 25 Oct 25
Mount Pleasant, Swadlincote DE11 9JE
Foo Fighters | Nirvana | QOTSA
The Best Of Grohl is the ultimate rock show dedicated to legendary rock icon Dave Grohl...
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Derby
Fri 24 Oct 25
The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate, Derby DE1 3NQ
They’re back!
Join us for the original multi award winning London sensation taking the world by storm...
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman
Fri 24 Oct 25
The Pavillions Arts Centre, St John’s rd, buxton SK17 6BE
2025 sees Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman celebrate 30 years of making music together.
One of the UK’s most successful folk duos, they will embark on...
Little School of Sorcery
Wed 22 Oct 25
Haddon Hall, Bakewell DE45 1LA
This October half-term, Haddon Hall invites young witches and wizards-in-training to step into a magical world of learning and enchantment at its...
Goyt Valley Guided Hike – Cats Tor & Shining Tor (Dog Friendly)
Sun 19 Oct 25
Car Park pull in off Goyt’s Ln, Buxton , UK SK17 6SX
The Goyt Valley has it all: water, woods, fields, moors, and classic Peak District ridges. This guided hike begins in the peaceful valley before...
Valley Harmonies
Sat 18 Oct 25
The Peveril Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton S33 8WP
Valley Harmonies
Featuring :
Chapel Male Voice Choir in concert with special guests , Castleton Silver band , in a new...
Jess and Richard Arrowsmith
Sat 18 Oct 25
Glossop Labour Club SK13 8AT
Jess and Richard Arrowsmith are singers and musicians (fiddle & melodeon) and well established in the traditional English music scene...
Kinder Scout via Jacob’s Ladder – Autumn Escape Guided Hike (Peak Dist
Sat 18 Oct 25
Edale Car park, Hope Road Edale S33 7ZQ
Step into the heart of the Peak District this autumn and experience Kinder Scout, the region’s highest plateau...
The Magic Of Motown
Sat 18 Oct 25
Buxton Opera House, Water St, Buxton SK17 6XN
Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour!
It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories...
Peak District Photography Workshops Padley Gorge | 10-18
Sat 18 Oct 25
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...
Swing from Paris at Breadsall Memorial Hall
Sat 18 Oct 25
Breadsall Memorial Hall, Brookside Rd, Breadsall, Derby DE21 5LF
Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy Bowen and Sam Hughes) and double bass (Tomasz Williams),...
Join our choir in Matlock for a FREE taster session
Wed 15 Oct 25
Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church, Oak Road, Matlock DE4 3FJ
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust (High Peak Group)
Tue 14 Oct 25
Bradbury House, Glossop SK13 8AR
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust (High Peak Group)
14 October 7.30 pm
Alex Lees will be asking (and maybe answering) the question 'Does garden bird...
FREE taster session with the Duffield Rock Choir
Tue 14 Oct 25
Duffield Meadows School, Park Road, Duffield, Belper DE56 4GT
Do you want to find a choir near you?
The Belper Rock Choir is led by choir leader Danny McCormack...
That'll Be The Day
Sun 12 Oct 25
Opera House, Ashwood Road, Buxton SK17 6XN
Smash-hit sensation That’ll Be The Day is embarking on its 40th anniversary tour this Autumn, dazzling fans across the UK with its iconic rock‘n’roll...
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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!