Listing Showing Events from 07/07/2016 to 17/07/2016 and Within 12 Miles of Ashbourne

Listing showing events from 07/07/2016 to 17/07/2016 and within 12 miles of Ashbourne

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Parwich Wakes Week at Parwich Parwich, Derbyshire, DE6 1QL 2nd Jul 2016 - 9th Jul 2016 Contact: Parwich.org Email: [email protected] Web: https://parwich.org/2016/06/30/parwich-wakes-summary-of-events/ A packed week of events in the pretty village with its old pond and green. Situated in the scenic hill country of the White Peak. Nestling with its' back' against Parwich Hill.

Matlock Artists Society Exhibition at Carsington Water Visitor Centre Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Carsington Water, Carsington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST 2nd Jul 2016 - 10th Jul 2016 10:00-16:00 Contact: Carsington Visitor Centre Art Exhibition by various artists in the Henmore Room

Summer Gardens at Hopton Hall Hopton Hall , Hopton, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4DF 5th Jul 2016 - 7th Jul 2016 10:30-16:00 12th Jul 2016 - 14th Jul 2016 10:30-16:00 Contact: Hopton Hall Tel: 01629 540923 Web: http://www.hoptonhall.co.uk £4.00 per person Summer garden spectacular with visual surprises at each corner.

‘Blithe Spirit’ by Noel Coward at Denstone Denstone, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 5DR 7th Jul 2016 - 9th Jul 2016 19:30 Contact: Tickets Tel: 01538 722667 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.denstoneplayers.com Tickets £7.00 Fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, re-married but haunted (literally) by the ghost of his late first wife, the clever and insistent Elvira who is called up by a visiting "happy medium", one Madame Arcati.

Free Guided Walks at Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Ashbourne Town Council, Town Hall, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 7th Jul 2016 11:00-12:15 9th Jul 2016 11:00-12:15 14th Jul 2016 11:00-12:15 16th Jul 2016 11:00-12:15 Contact: Ashbourne VIC Tel: 01335 343666 Email: [email protected] .

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Derbyshire Dales District Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Tel: 01335 343666: [email protected] Page 1 Rail Ale Trail at Churnet Valley Railway Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffodshire, ST10 2HA 8th Jul 2016 16:00-22:00 9th Jul 2016 10:30-22:00 10th Jul 2016 10:00-17:00 Contact: Churnet Valley Railway -Froghall Station Tel: 01538 750755 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk Friday evening ticket £6.00 per person Saturday evening ticket £6.00 per person Saturday all day ticket £14.00 (Adult) Saturday all day ticket £12.00 (Senior) Sunday ticket £14.00 (Adult) Sunday ticket £12.00 (Senior) *Discount available on pre-booked tickets *Admission to the station bars is free, however a valid train ticket is required to use the train service. A joint effort with North Staffordshire's very own Titanic Brewery, the Rail Ale Trail offers over 100 real ales and 30 plus ciders served between the bars at each of our stations, on-board our trains and at the local pubs en-route.

Free Friday Walks at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 8th Jul 2016 11:00-13:00 15th Jul 2016 11:00-13:00 Contact: National Trust White Peak Office Tel: 01335 350503 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. Join us for a free walk in the White Peak this Friday morning. No booking needed, just meet our team of friendly walk volunteers by the visitor centre. Choose from a 1hr, 2hr or 3hr walk. Dogs are welcome too.

New Buggy Walks at Ashbourne Leisure Centre Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AA 8th Jul 2016 12:00 and 13:00 15th Jul 2016 12:00 and 13:00 Contact: Howard Griffith Tel: 01629761194 Email: [email protected] Web: http://derbyshiredales.gov.uk/parent&baby Walking works.... It's free, simple and gentle on the body.. walking a part of a small group is a good way to start. It's a fun way of getting together and making new friend, helping you to get out and about. It's perfect for people who d

Cubley Fete at Cubley Cubley, Derbyshire, DE6 2EY 8th Jul 2016 18:30 Contact: . Cubley, set in the green rolling countryside south of Ashbourne, is a quiet, peaceful spot. Five miles south of Ashbourne Annual village fete held at Cubley Lodge in the just off the A515

Harness Racing at Pikehall Pikehall, Pikehall, Derbyshire, DE4 2PG 9th Jul 2016 12:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01298 85495 Email: [email protected] Web: www.pikehallharnessracing.co.uk Admission fee £10.00 Children under 14 free Free parking First Race 2pm Located on the A5012. Post Code DE4 2PH

Handmade and Vintage Fair at Ashbourne Town Hall Ashbourne Town Hall, Market Place, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 9th Jul 2016 11:00-16:00 16th Jul 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Michelle Email: [email protected] Unique handmade crafts art and produce alongside an eclectic mix of everything vintage and second hand. Come and browse and buy from the weekly craft and handmade gift fair in Ashbourne Town Hall

POND FEST at Denefields at Matlock Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AT 9th Jul 2016 12:00 and 16:00 Contact: Matlock Town Council Tel: 01629 583042 Web: http://www.matlock.gov.uk at Denefields - playing out in Matlock this summer! Activities may include story telling, bug hunting, tree climbing, music making, potion mixing, pond dipping, mask painting All information believed to be correct at time of print. Derbyshire Dales District Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Tel: 01335 343666: [email protected] Page 2 Scandinavian Splendour at Matlock Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AT 9th Jul 2016 19:30 Contact: Chesterfield Symphony Orchestra Tel: 01246 273767 Email: [email protected] Enjoy the music of Finland's greatest composer, Sibelius, in his Second Symphony and renowned Finlandia work, then staying with the Scandinavian theme, relish the beautiful themes of the Peer Gynt Suite by Norwegian composer Grieg

Ashbourne Sheep Fair at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 9th Jul 2016 10:00-17:00 Contact: . Web: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Ashbourne%20Sheep%20Fair A brand new event to promote sheep, sheep farmers, the products they produce and the hard work they do to the general public, there will be live music, a chef showcasing the wonders of lamb, camra beer tent, wool spinners, sheep shearing.

Archeology Excavation Day at Redfern's Cottage Redfern's Cottage, 34-36 Carter Street, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8EU 9th Jul 2016 11:00-14:00 Contact: Laura Wigg Bailey Tel: 01889 567176 Email: [email protected] Free Event: Donations Welcomed Archaeology Excavation open-day. Cottage Garden. Drop in. On the 9th is a family fun day and on the 23rd will be a round up of all findings you can drop in between 11-2pm with a special talk by the archaeologist in charge at 1pm.

Royal Oak Summer Concert at The Royal Oak Inn The Royal Oak Inn, Wetton, Nr Ashbourne, Staffordshire Moorlands, DE6 2AF 9th Jul 2016 12:00-23:00 Contact: The Royal Oak Tel: 01335 310 287 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.royaloakwetton.co.uk This free family event starts at mid-day, with live music all day. The bands will be starting in the marquee and moving into the pub for the evening session. We'll be raising money for Derby Kids' Camp.

Preloved Clothing sale at Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills, Masson Mill, Derby Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3PY 10th Jul 2016 11:00 and 15:00 Contact: Masson Mills Web: http://[email protected] We will be holding this event on the second Sunday of every month in the Arkwright tearooms which is situated directly opposite our children's indoor play area 'Tree Top Tumble' Stalls £5

Cromford Open Gardens at Cromford Cromford , Derbyshire, DE4 3QF 10th Jul 2016 13:30-17:30 Contact: Information TBA Cromford Open Gardens

NGS Open Garden, Windward at Wirksworth Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4EU 10th Jul 2016 11:00 and 16:00 Contact: Audrey and Andrew Winkler Tel: 01629822681 Admission £4.00 Children Free .

Grindon Hedgehog Rolling at Grindon Grindon, Nr Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 7TP 10th Jul 2016 13:30 Contact: Leek Tourist Information Tel: 01538 483741 Large fir cones (to resemble hedgehogs) are brushed around the village course by ‘rollers’ armed with traditional besoms. The village fete also includes family games, tug-of-war, tombola, Morris Dancers, BBQ and refreshments are available.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Derbyshire Dales District Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Tel: 01335 343666: [email protected] Page 3 Natural Creativity OUrdoors at Derbyshire Eco Centre Derbyshire Eco Centre, Porter Lane, Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4LS 10th Jul 2016 10:00 16th Jul 2016 10:00 Contact: Viveka Web: http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/education/adult_education/centres/derbyshire_eco_centre/default.asp?VD=ecocentre £45 Here's a chance to make your own pieces of temporary sculpture from natural objects around you; petals, leaves, branches, twigs, stones etc - no experience needed!

Band Concert at Hall Leys Park Hall Leys Park, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AP 10th Jul 2016 14:00 and 16:00 Contact: Matlock Town Council Tel: 583042 Web: http://www.matlock.gov.uk Band playing on the Bandstand in Hall Leys Park.

Chapel-en-le-Frith Morris Men ‘Morris Mondays’ at The Devonshire Arms The Devonshire Arms, Market Place, Hartington, Derbyshire, SK17 0AL 11th Jul 2016 20:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01477 532882 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.chapelmorris.org Join us for an evening of dancing, music and a little bit of traditional banter.

Free Monday Walks at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 11th Jul 2016 11:00-13:00 Contact: National Trust White Peak Office Tel: 01335 350503 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. Join us for a free walk in the White Peak this Monday morning. No booking needed, just meet our team of friendly walk volunteers by the visitor centre at 11:00am and go on a 2hr walk. Dogs are welcome too.

Matlock Summer Series Orienteering Oker Hill at Matlock,Oker & Darley Bridge Matlock,Oker & Darley Bridge, Derbyshire, DE4 3AT 13th Jul 2016 18:30 Contact: Viv Tel: 01629734307 Web: http://www.dvo.org.uk Matlock Summer Series Orienteering event at Oker Hill

Afternoon Cream Tea Train at Churnet Valley Railway Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffodshire, ST10 2HA 13th Jul 2016 17th Jul 2016 Contact: Bookings Tel: 01538 750755 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk Adult £17.00 Child £12.00 (Tickets include both your train travel and food) Join us to enjoy a very English Traditional Cream Tea served on-board our dedicated dining train, from where you can enjoy the beauty of the Churnet Valley throughout the summer whilst being hauled by one of our heritage locomotives.

Summer Afternoon Racing at Uttoxeter Racecourse Uttoxeter Racecourse, Wood Lane, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8BD 13th Jul 2016 12:00 Contact: Uttoxeter Racecourse Tel: 01889562561 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.uttoxeter- racecourse.co.uk/whats-on/fixture/13-july-2016/ Centre Course Ticket | £10 per person online and on the day Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure Ticket | £15 online / £18 on the day or over the phone Premier Enclosure Ticket | £19 online / £22 on the day or over the phone Fancy a Flutter Package | £28 online and over the phone, not available on the day Classic Raceday Package | £37 online and over the phone, not available on the day Hoops Bistro & Champagne Bar | £69 per person inc. VAT 1907 Restaurant - NEW for 2016 | £86 per person inc. VAT Private Hospitality | From £95 per person plus VAT An afternoon of Summer racing with 7 races kicking off at 12:00, there’s plenty to enjoy.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Derbyshire Dales District Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Tel: 01335 343666: [email protected] Page 4 Flower Festival “Songs of Praise” at All Saints Church All Saints Church, Church Street, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3DA 14th Jul 2016 - 16th Jul 2016 09:30-16:30 Contact: Parish Administrator Tel: 01773 570011 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.allsaintsripley.org.uk/ Come and enjoy a feast for the senses! Our Flower Festival takes place in the week of the Ripley Music Festival

Edwardian Event at Crich Tramway Village Crich Tramway Village, Crich, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP 15th Jul 2016 - 17th Jul 2016 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01773 854321 Web: http://www.tramway.co.uk Adult - £13.00 Child - £8.00 Senior - £10.50 Family (2 Adults & 3 Children) - £35.00 Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Returning to the popular Edwardian theme of 2013 and 2014, the event includes re-enactors, exhibitors and educational sessions.

Classic Transport Weekend at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB 16th Jul 2016 - 17th Jul 2016 Contact: EVR Tel: 01629 823076 Web: http://www.e-v-r.com Cars, motorcycles, lorries - plenty of classic vehicles will gather at Wirksworth for a weekend of family fun.

An Evening with Natalie Duncan at Alstonefield Village Hall Alstonefield Village Hall, Bus Stop Triangle, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2FY 16th Jul 2016 19:30 Contact: David Littlehales Tel: 01332 310322 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.alstonefield.org Tickets £12.00 Natalie Duncan is a soul and jazz-influenced singer-songwriter and pianist, who has been compared to the likes of Alicia keys. Her debut album ‘the devil in me’ received critical acclaim and in 2012 she appeared on ‘later.with Jools Holland

Summer Play Trail at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 16th Jul 2016 - 11th Sep 2016 11:00 and 17:00 Contact: National Trust Ilam Park Tel: 0344 800 1895 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ £1.00 per trail map Summer Play Trail at Ilam Park

Chicks Family Fun Day at CHICKS Daleside Retreat CHICKS Daleside Retreat, Ravenscliffe Farm, Bradbourne Road, Fenny Bentley, Derbyshire, DE6 1LF 16th Jul 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01822 811020 Email: [email protected] Web: http://chicks.org.uk Join in the fun come rain or shine! Hog Roast, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Treasure Hunt, Bush craft, Maze, and much more! A perfect family day out supporting a fantastic charity.

Food and Drink Festival 2016 at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 16th Jul 2016 10:00-16:00 Contact: Matt Gledhill Tel: 07956 568648 Web: http://https://www.evensi.uk/ashbourne-food-amp-drink-festival-2016-ashbourne- recreation/174527950 Come along for the day and enjoy the taste sensations as you sample your way through the many food and drink stands on offer whilst enjoying the location of the stunning recreation ground and memorial gardens

Matlock Festival at Hall Leys Park Hall Leys Park, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AP 16th Jul 2016 - 23rd Jul 2016 Contact: Matlock Town Council Tel: 01629 583042 Web: http://www.matlock.gov.uk Matlock Festival

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Derbyshire Dales District Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Tel: 01335 343666: [email protected] Page 5 Belper Well Dressing at Belper Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1AY 16th Jul 2016 - 21st Jul 2016 12:00-20:00 Contact: Kathy Fairweather Email: [email protected] Donations gratefully accepted. Children should be accompanied by an adult. There are 17 wells prepared. Most of them are displayed in the historic and beautiful River Gardens. Blessing Service 17th July 2.15pm from Christ Church Belper to the River Gardens

Crich Well Dressing at Crich Crich, Derbyshire, DE4 5DF 16th Jul 2016 - 22nd Jul 2016 Contact: . July 16th 2016 will see the 2nd Well Dressing to be erected in Crich village. There will be six dressings in total which will be constructed by school children and two churches in the parish.

Secret Garden of Winster at Winster Winster , Derbyshire, DE4 2DQ 16th Jul 2016 - 17th Jul 2016 13:30-17:30 Contact: Secret Gardens of Winster Tel: 01629 650364 Web: www.secretgardensofwinster.org.uk TBC Follow the garden trail around the picturesque streets and alleys of historic Winster to discover a wide variety of gardens on show.

Tissington Village Hall Craft Fairs at Tissington Tissington, Derbyshire, DE6 1RA 16th Jul 2016 - 17th Jul 2016 10:30-16:30 Contact: Stall Enquiries Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.facebook.com/Tissingtoncraftfairs Tissington Village Hall Craft Fairs Buy direct from the makers Open 10:30am - 4:30pm

An Evening with Paul Charles at Ashbourne Town Hall Ashbourne Town Hall, Market Place, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 16th Jul 2016 19:30 Contact: Ashbourne VIC Tel: 01335 343666 Web: http://www.paulcharlesbooks.com £10.00 from Ashbourne VIC Agatha Christie for people who inhale." —Nigel Williamson, The Times

Family Forest School at Carsington Water Visitor Centre Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Carsington Water, Carsington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST 16th Jul 2016 10:00-11:30 and 14:15-15:45 Contact: Derbyshire Wildlife Trust Tel: 01773 881188 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2016/09/17/family-forest-school?instance=6 Families Children Suitable for 0-13 years Booking is essential as numbers are limited. Come and join us for our monthly Forest School sessions specifically for children and youths aged 9-15.

Summer Fete at Osmaston Osmaston, Derbyshire, DE6 1LW 16th Jul 2016 14:00-17:00 Contact: Sunshine Barn Tel: 01335 418139 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.natureandnurture-cic.org Come and enjoy some traditional family fun and meet the therapy animals Nature and Nurture can help children and young people.

Renishaw Hall Vineyard Tours at Renishaw Hall Vineyard Renishaw Hall Vineyard, The Estate Office, Renishaw Hall, Renishaw, Sheffield, S21 3WB 17th Jul 2016 11:00-12:30 and 13:30-15:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01332 987697 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.englishwineproject.co.uk £10 per person Tours of Renishaw Hall’s historic vineyard are back for 2016, with a selection of dates for visitors to see this fascinating, 40 year-old site situated on the beautiful Renishaw Estate in north Derbyshire.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Derbyshire Dales District Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Tel: 01335 343666: [email protected] Page 6 Froghall Canals Fun Day at Froghall Wharf Froghall Wharf, Visitor Centre, Foxt Lane, Froghall, Nr Cheadle, Staffordshire , ST10 2HJ 17th Jul 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Caldon & Uttoxeter Canals Trust Tel: 01538 361138 Email: [email protected] Web: http://churnet-valley.guide Enjoy a walk along the Caldon Canal, take a boat trip through the Froghall tunnel aboard the narrow boat Beatrice, discover more about the project to restore the Uttoxeter Canal.