During the school summer holidays there will be a different self-led activity each week, so make time for fun with the family in the fresh air... more >

Shipley Country Park Visitor Centre, Slack Lane DE75 7GX

Sun 28 Jul to Sun 1 Sep

The West End Jazz Band

The West End Jazz Band play traditional Dixieland Jazz every last Wednesday evening. more >

The Horse and Groom, 48 Elm Street, Derby. DE1 3HN

Wed 31 Jul, Wed 28 Aug, Wed 25 Sep

Ken Godfrey`s Central Jazz Band at Risley Park Jazz Club

Lunchtime Jazz continues fortnightly at The Risley Park Jazz Club on Wednesdays with Ken Godfrey`s Central Jazz Band... more >

The Risley Park Inn, Derby Road, Risley. (Near M1 jct 25) DE72 3SS

Wed 7 Aug, Wed 21 Aug, Wed 4 Sep

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Derbyshire

Foraging wilth Wild Food UK - Peak District

Uncover the incredible variety of edible treasures hiding in the great outdoors. From wild mushrooms to flavourful flora, our courses teach you to..... more >

The Miners Arms, Water Lane, Eyam, Hope Valley S32 5RG

Fri 9 Aug, Sat 10 Aug, Fri 6 Sep to Sun 8 Sep, Fri 4 Oct to Sun 6 Oct

The Nightingale Centre - Open Garden for NGS

Charity conference Centre in the heart of the Peak National Park. 1½ acre garden, with views of surrounding countryside... more >

The Nightingale Centre, Buxton SK17 8RH

Sat 31 Aug and Sun 1 Sep

Yew Tree Bungalow - Open Garden for NGS

Plants womens ½ acre cottage style garden on a slope created by the present owners over 30 years. Many mixed borders planted with many choice and..... more >

Yew Tree Bungalow, Matlock DE4 5FD

Sun 1 Sep

Broomfield Hall - Open Garden for NGS

25 acres of constantly developing educational Victorian gardens/woodlands maintained by volunteers and students... more >

Broomfield Hall, Ilkeston DE7 6DN

Sun 1 Sep

Allestree Dog Show

Join us for the Allestree Community Dog Show on Sunday, 1st September 2024, at Allestree Recreation Ground... more >

Allestree Recreation Ground, 1 Robincroft, Allestree. DE22 2FQ

Sun 1 Sep

Wingerworth Parish Hall Craft fair. 1st September

25 Stalls of handmade crafts and creations. Join us from 10am to 3pm at Wingerworth parish hall. Free entry and free parking. more >

Wingerworth Parish Hall, 1 New Road, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S42 6TB

Sun 1 Sep

Vernon Arms Psychic Night

Join us for our Psychic Night where you can come along and book your one to one reading for just £25 with one of our amazing psychic/mediums... more >

Vernon Arms, 21 Locko Rd, Spondon, Derby DE21 7AL DE12 7AL

Thu 5 Sep

MOONLIGHT WALK for TREETOPS HOSPICE

Put on your walking shoes and join hundreds of people for Derby’s biggest sponsored night walk to raise money for your local hospice... more >

Bustler, Derby DE1 2QD

Fri 6 Sep

Allestree Scarecrow Festival

The 6th Allestree Scarecrow Festival will take place over the 1st weekend in September and we're looking forward to welcoming you there... more >

Scarecrow HQ is at The Red Cow, 2 St. Edmunds Drive, Allestree. DE22 2DZ

Sat 7 Sep and Sun 8 Sep

Apples in Winter

LynchPin Theatre marks its 25th anniversary in 2024 and celebrates by bringing an award-winning play to Derby... more >

Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter’s Quarter, Derby DE1 2NF

Sat 7 Sep

Holmlea - Open Garden for NGS

Discover the 1½ acre garden, described by many visitors as unique. Formal garden, kitchen garden, gravel garden, boules court, 'Disused..... more >

Holmlea, Belper DE56 2EJ

Sat 7 Sep and Sun 8 Sep

Stage Coaches, Trains and Trams Heritage Walk

Join knowledgeable guide Trevor Griffin as he takes you on a fascinating walk visiting sites where Belper’s transport history can still be... more >

Belper Mills DE56 1YD

Sun 8 Sep

Littleover Lane Allotments - Open Garden for NGS

A quiet oasis just off Derby's Outer Ring Road, hidden away in a residential area. A private site of nearly 12 acres, established in 1920,..... more >

Littleover Lane Allotments, Derby DE23 6JF

Sun 8 Sep

Coxbench Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Former ancestral Georgian Home of the Meynell family, the gardens focus on sustainability, organic and wildlife friendly themes... more >

Coxbench Hall, Derby DE21 5BB

Sun 8 Sep

The Grove Psychic Night

Join us for our Psychic Night where you can come along and book your one to one reading for just £25 with one of our amazing psychic/mediums... more >

The Grove, 1 Merrydale Rd, Burton-on-Trent DE15 9DQ

Tue 10 Sep

Carismático Tango

Carismático Tango brings the passionate flavours of Argentina to the stage with a contemporary twist and unique style... more >

Pavilion Arts Centre, ST John’s Rd , Buxton SK17 6BE

Wed 11 Sep

Carismatico Tango

Carismático Tango brings the passionate flavours of Argentina to the stage with a contemporary twist and unique style... more >

Pavilion Arts Centre Buxton SK17 6BE

Wed 11 Sep

The Crown Newhall Psychic Supper

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Crown Newhall Psychic Supper! For just £30, enjoy a delicious meal while talented readers provide you with..... more >

The Crown, 145 Oversetts Rd, Newhall, Swadlincote DE11 0SN

Fri 13 Sep

Peak District Challenge 2024 Wilderness Development

Event date: 13-14 September 2024 www.peak-district-challenge.com The Peak District Challenge is a trail running or trekking challenge that..... more >

Hathersage S32 1DU

Fri 13 Sep and Sat 14 Sep

National Bird Carving Championships, The Festival of Bird Art

Organised by the BDWCA (the British Decoy & Wildfowl Carvers Association) and featuring the BDWCA Annual Competitions 2024... more >

The Agricultural Business Centre, Agricultural Way, Bakewell DE45 1AH

Sat 14 Sep and Sun 15 Sep

Premium

Meynell Langley Trials Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Completely re-designed during 2020 with new glasshouse and patio area incorporating water rills and small ponds... more >

Meynell Langley Trials Garden, Ashbourne DE6 4NT

Sun 15 Sep

Join our choir in Duffield for a FREE taster session

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... more >

Duffield Meadows School, Park Road, Duffield, Belper DE56 4GT

Tue 17 Sep

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Derby for a FREE taster session

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Oakwood, Derby Rock Choir... more >

The Church On Oakwood, 378 Bishops Drive, Oakwood, Derby DE21 2DF

Wed 18 Sep, Wed 25 Sep, and more dates until Wed 13 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Matlock for a FREE taster session

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 >

Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church, Oak Road, Matlock DE4 3FJ

Wed 18 Sep, Wed 25 Sep, and more dates until Wed 13 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Glossop for a FREE taster session

If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Rock Choir. The Glossop Rock Choir is led by local vocal..... more >

Glossop Central Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Glossop SK13 8AT

Wed 18 Sep, Wed 25 Sep, and more dates until Wed 13 Nov

More Rock Choirs

UK Dracula Film Festival

UK DRACULA FILM FESTIVAL Friday September 20th-Sunday September 22nd QUAD, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AS Tickets £60 full price, £50 concessions... more >

QUAD, Market Place, Derby DE1 3AS

Fri 20 Sep to Sun 22 Sep

Shady Characters and Ne'er-do-wells - Tales from Belper's Criminal Und

A stroll round the town visiting the haunts of some of Belper's notorious criminals and other underhand activities... more >

Archway House, Belper Mills, Bridgefoot DE56 1YD

Sun 22 Sep

Join our choir in Duffield for a FREE taster session

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Belper?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

Holbrook Cof E Primary School, Belper, Moorside Lane, Belper DE56 0TW

Tue 24 Sep, Tue 8 Oct, Tue 5 Nov

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Mickleover Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Mickleover Rock Choir is led by vocal coach Danny McCormack... more >

St John The Evangelist Church, Devonshire Drive, Mickleover, Derby DE3 9HT

Tue 24 Sep, Tue 1 Oct, and more dates until Tue 19 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Artisan & Producers’ Market

Market with a difference Buy local by supporting our artisan and producers’ market which is set to provide a great family day out at one of the... more >

Dronfield Hall Barn High Street Dronfield S18 1PX

Sun 29 Sep

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!