Listing Showing Events from 01/05/2015 to 10/05/2015 and Within 10 Miles of Bakewell and Within 10 Miles of Bakewell Visitor Centre

Listing showing events from 01/05/2015 to 10/05/2015 and within 10 miles of Bakewell and within 10 miles of Bakewell Visitor Centre

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Peak District Photography Gallery at Bakewell Visitor Centre Bakewell Visitor Centre , Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DS 1st Jan 2015 - 31st Dec 2015 Contact: Information Tel: 01629 813227 Email: [email protected] Web: www.peakgallery.co.uk Come and enjoy our fully accessible gallery, on the mezzanine floor of the historic Old Market Hall in the centre of Bakewell.

Street photographer on country lanes at Eyam Hall Historic House and Gardens Eyam Hall Historic House and Gardens, Church Street, Eyam, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S32 5QW 25th Mar 2015 - 31st May 2015 10:30-16:00 Contact: information Tel: 01433 639565 Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/eyam Normal admission price applies. Enjoy a wonderfully wild photography exhibition exploring life and heart of the beautiful Peak District. Revealing the work of famous local photographer ‘Villager Jim’ this unique garden exhibition delights and surprises.

'A Rural Life' Exhibition at Peak Shopping Village Peak Shopping Village, Chatsworth Road, Rowsley, Matlock, DE4 2JE 4th Apr 2015 - 16th May 2015 Contact: Katayune Jacquin Tel: 01629 735326 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.theoldstationgallery.wordpress.com The gallery is delighted to announce exhibitions and events for 2015.

Rocks and Rails Weekend at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB 2nd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 Contact: Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Tel: 01629 823076 Web: www.e-v-r.com In conjunction with the Steeple Grange Light Railway, which is based in the nearby quarries, we celebrate the inportance to Wirksworth of the stone industry. Special joint tickets will be available for this event. See website.

MEET THE ARTIST – VALDA SAMPSON & LESLEY PLATT at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 2nd May 2015 - 3rd May 2015 10:00-16:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk A display of paintings and embroideries.

Brampton Food Market at St Thomas' Church St Thomas' Church, Chatsworth Road, Brampton, CHESTERFIELD, Derbyshire, S40 3AW 2nd May 2015 10:00-13:30 Contact: St Thomas' Centre Tel: 01246 279916 Email: [email protected] Web: www.stthomascentre.com Local small businesses come to the Centre at St Thomas’ Church in Brampton, Chesterfield, to sell their delicious produce. Not to be missed! No market in August or January. Christmas market in November.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Peak District National Park Authority cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Bakewell Visitor Centre, The Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1DS Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Castleton Visitor Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Derbyshire. S33 8WN Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Page 1 Bakewell Craft & Gift Fair at Bakewell Medway Centre Bakewell Medway Centre, New Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1GT 2nd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 10:30-16:30 Contact: 01433 659616 Tel: 07765 404354 Email: [email protected] Web: www.peakfairs.co.uk Craft & Gift Fair at the Medway Centre, Bakewell. Hundreds of unique and individual Crafts and Gifts for sale. Refreshments. Fairs will also be held at The Brigade Hall, Bath Street, Bakewell (a short walk from this venue) on these dates.

Bakewell Craft & Gift Fair, Brigade Hall at Bakewell Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DS 2nd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 10:30-16:30 9th May 2015 - 10th May 2015 10:30-16:30 Contact: Stuart Green Email: [email protected] Web: www.peakfairs.co.uk "Bakewell Craft & Gift Fair" Open every weekend ~ Held In the "Brigade Hall" which is "Through the Gardens" in the Town Centre ~ Just follow the signs on foot during event days.

Ferret Roulette - Family Fun Day at Birchover Birchover, Derbyshire, DE4 2BL 2nd May 2015 18:00 Contact: Bakewell Visitor Centre Tel: 01629 813227 Come along and meet Cara, Bella and Nimrod at the fun Ferret Roulette event! Donkey Rides (weather permitting), stalls, Coconut Shy, Tombola....get there early! Fund raising event for Birchover Carnival 2015.

Rhos Orpheus Male Choir at Bakewell All Saints Parish Church Bakewell All Saints Parish Church, South Church Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1FD 2nd May 2015 19:00 Contact: Bakewell Book Shop Tel: 01629 815225 £10 Children £5 The Rhos Orpheus Male Choir was formed in 1957 specifically to compete at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod.

Give a Little Love at Hassop Station Hassop Station, Hassop, Nr Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1NW 2nd May 2015 19:30 Contact: Information Tel: 07947 138437 £10 including fizz& nibbles Talking Stock presents Give a Little Love by Alan Stockitt - "It's a teenage dream to be 17..."

Middleton Top Engine House Operating Days at Middleton Top Visitor Centre Middleton Top Visitor Centre, Rise End, Middleton by Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4LS 3rd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 13:00-16:30 Contact: Derbyshire County Council Tel: 01629 823204 Web: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countryside Admission and parking charges apply. Middleton Top Engine House is a Scheduled Ancient Monument containing a superb working beam engine, built by the Butterley Company in 1829. Using the power of steam, the engine raised and lowered wagons on the Middleton Incline of the Crom

Dam Builders & Dam Busters - Ranger Guided Walk at Fairholmes Ranger Centre Fairholmes Ranger Centre, Upper Derwent Valley, BAMFORD, Hope Valley, S33 0AQ 3rd May 2015 10:00-15:45 Contact: PDNPA Tel: 01629 816270 Start 10am, finish 3.45pm. 4 mile walk to discover the fascinating story of Tin Town & the famous Dambusters raid which includes an in- depth historical talk. Meet Fairholmes Visitor Centre (GR: SK172 893) (PC: S33 0AQ) Booking essential.

Toy and Bear Fair at Agricultural Business Centre Agricultural Business Centre, Agricultural Way, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AH 3rd May 2015 Contact: Agricultural Centre Tel: 01629 813227 Toy and Bear Fair.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Peak District National Park Authority cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Bakewell Visitor Centre, The Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1DS Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Castleton Visitor Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Derbyshire. S33 8WN Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Page 2 Dawn Chorus Walk at National Trust Longshaw Estate National Trust Longshaw Estate , Peak District National Trust - Estates, Longshaw Estate Office, Longshaw, Sheffield, S11 7TZ 3rd May 2015 07:00-10:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01433 637904 £10, booking essential on 01433 637904. Celebrate Longshaw’s birdsong with an early morning walk, starting from the Wooden Pole car park, and ending with sausage or bacon butties at the Tea Room. £10. Meet at Wooden Pole Car Park, booking essential on 01433 637904.

The Chesterfield Art Club at Ashover Ashover, Ashover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 0JP 3rd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 10:00-17:00 Contact: Mrs Marilyn Madin Tel: 01246 278466 Email: [email protected] Web: www.saa.co.uk The Chesterfield Art Club is once again holding its popular May Exhibition. This exhibition will be over two days showcasing a wide spectrum of current members work, most of which will be for sale. Venue Parish Hall, Milken Lane (S45 0BA)

Leawood Pumphouse Operating Days at Leawood Pump Leawood Pump, Cromford Canal, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5HN 3rd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 12:00-17:00 Contact: Derbyshire County Council Tel: 01629 823204 Web: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countryside Free but donations are gratefully received. Parking charges apply. Leawood Pump is situated on the Cromford Canal, a short walk from High Peak Junction. It was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into the Cromford Canal. Leawood Pump is now over 150 years old but remains in pristine condi

Bakewell Showground Spectacular at Bakewell Showground Bakewell Showground, The Showground, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AQ 3rd May 2015 - 4th May 2015 09:30-17:00 Contact: Janet Bailey Tel: 01629 812736 Web: www.spectacularweekend.com Adults £6.00 Seniors £5.00 Under 15s £4.00 Under 5s Go FREE!! Car Parking All Day Only £3.00 Fun family day out - Funfair, Food & Bar Live Music & Entertainment & much more.

Arkwright Spinsters at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 3rd May 2015 11:00-16:00 Contact: enquires Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk The Arkwright Spinsters will be demonstrating spinning and other crafts. Anyone wishing to learn may do so by arrangement. Bring your own spinning wheel and learn to spin.

Helicopter Pleasure Flights at Moorlands Moorlands, Balow Road, Owler Bar, SHEFFIELD, S17 3BQ 4th May 2015 Contact: Miss Charlotte Ruddy Tel: 01457 877833 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.pleasureflightsltd.co.uk From £39.00pp for a 5 minute flight to £1,135.00 for a family of 6 on an exclusive 30 minute flight. Helicopter pleasure flights from 14 different pub locations, 5 being in the Peak District. Flights of 5/10/15/20 (our famous 'Dambusters Run') & 30 minute duration available. All ages. Every weekend, weather permitting.

Baslow Sports Fest at Baslow Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1RZ 4th May 2015 14:00-17:30 Contact: Helen Watts Tel: 01433 639935 Email: [email protected] Web: www.baslowsportsfield.org.uk Free Event at Baslow Sports Field, Church Lane, Baslow. Try your hand at a range of sports including walking football, smoothie bike, tennis, crown green bowls, skittles, welly wanging, cyclo- cross, tug o war, climbing wall, village races, golf, BBQ, licensed bar, cakes plus our fancy dress comp

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Peak District National Park Authority cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Bakewell Visitor Centre, The Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1DS Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Castleton Visitor Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Derbyshire. S33 8WN Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Page 3 Mayfest at Wellfield Allotments, Matlock at Matlock Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AT 4th May 2015 12:00-16:00 Contact: Matlock Town Council Tel: 01629 583042 Web: www.matlock.gov.uk Come and play out this summer, like we used to. Various activities at each event; story telling, bug hunting, tree climbing, music making, maypole dancing, potion mixing, pond dipping, mask painting, smoothie biking....unplugged

May Market at Hartington Hartington, Derbyshire, SK17 0AS 4th May 2015 Contact: Bel Kerr Tel: 01298 84452

Free Guided Tours at Haddon Hall Haddon Hall, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1LA 5th May 2015 12:30-15:00 Contact: Haddon Hall Tel: 01629 812855 Email: [email protected] Web: www.haddonhall.co.uk Normal admission prices apply. Free guided tours run at intervals from 12:30pm until 3pm on the following days. Just turn up! Normal admission prices apply.

A LIFETIME IN TEXTILES at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 5th May 2015 19:00 Contact: ticket bookings Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk £7.50 (includes cheese and wine 7pm-7:30pm) – Limited places, advance booking recommended. Back by popular demand Peter South, Head Guide at Cromford Mills, delivers an insightful, humorous and entertaining look back at his 38 years with these two giants of the textile industry.

Matlock Market at Hall Leys Park Hall Leys Park, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3AP 6th May 2015 09:00-16:00 Contact: Matlock Town Team Tel: 07738 991305 Matlock Market every Wednesday between 9an and 4pm at Park Head, Hall Leys Park. General goods, food and crafts.

JCB FACTORY TOUR at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 7th May 2015 10:00-12:30 Contact: ticket bookings Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk £20 (includes refreshments on arrival) – Limited places, advance booking essential. A tour of JCB’s World Headquarters in Rocester.

Secrets and Lefends of Ancient Bakewell at Bakewell Old House Museum Bakewell Old House Museum , Cunningham Place, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DD 7th May 2015 14:00 Contact: The Old House Museum Tel: 01629 813257 Web: www.oldhousemuseum.org.uk Adult £4, Child £2, Family £11. Join our entertaining walk, led by enthusiastic guides and discover the secrets of this historic market town. Book at the Visitor Information Centre, Bakewell for Thursday tours. Other dates by arrangement.

Live Music & Street Food 2 at Bakewell Medway Centre Bakewell Medway Centre, New Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1GT 8th May 2015 19:30-22:30 Contact: Maxwells Bookshop Tel: 01629 810080 Email: [email protected] £10 including 1st serving of food 2nd charity fundraiser featuring acoustic blues musicians and local party band, The Temporary 7even. Held in The Medway Centre Bakewell. Proceeds to British Heart Foundation, Regain, and Bakewell Youth Theatre.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Peak District National Park Authority cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Bakewell Visitor Centre, The Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1DS Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Castleton Visitor Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Derbyshire. S33 8WN Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Page 4 Gypsy Fire - Acoustic Spectacular at Bakewell Town Hall Bakewell Town Hall, The Square, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1BT 8th May 2015 19:30 Contact: Information Tel: 01629 828230 £14 A musical journey from the 1700's, through 40's swing to a selection of contemporary originals.

Go Wild in the Peak District at Thornbridge Outdoors Thornbridge Outdoors, Great Longstone, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1NY 9th May 2015 10:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01226 720 700 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.gowildin.com/ Please see website for prices. Go Wild In the Peak District is a day packed with physical feats and healthy competition. You’ll pit your wits, speed and strength against others with a series of challenges in a breath-taking location.

Dales Fairs at Bakewell Town Hall Bakewell Town Hall, The Square, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1BT 9th May 2015 - 11th May 2015 Contact: Shelagh Email: [email protected] Quality crafts, gifts and foodstuffs.

Sheffield Moors United at National Trust Longshaw Estate National Trust Longshaw Estate , Peak District National Trust - Estates, Longshaw Estate Office, Longshaw, Sheffield, S11 7TZ 9th May 2015 10:00-14:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01433 631757 booking essential on 01433 631757 Join representatives from the Sheffield Moors Partnership on a guided walk around Burbage valley, and find out about the forestry work, woodland creation, grazing, and other important management taking place.

Body-snatchers, Dukes and the Sheffield Flood at Bradfield Bradfield, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S6 9th May 2015 10:30-17:00 Contact: PDNPA Tel: 01629 816270 Start 10.30am, finish 5pm. 13 miles. Strenuous terrain. Amazing views & history on this long walk across the Bradfield Moors. Meet The Sands car park, Low Bradfield, near the cricket pitch (GR: SK263 921) (PC: S6 6LB). Booking essential

Linacre Reservoirs Morning Bird Walk at Linacre Reservoirs Linacre Reservoirs, Woodnook Lane, Cutthorpe, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7AU 9th May 2015 07:30-10:30 Contact: Chesterfield Visitor Information Centre Tel: 01246 345777/8 Email: [email protected] Web: www.chesterfieldwalkingfestival.co.uk Enjoy an early start to your day with a wander around the reservoirs and woodland of Linacre with our local group members, who will be delighted to share their bird knowledge with you. 2-3miles, Leisurely, No Stiles

Meet the Mill Manager at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 9th May 2015 11:00-15:00 Contact: enquires Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk Meet Richard Arkwright’s Mill Manager who will be out and about in the mill yard. Drop in any time and discover what it was like to live and work in the mills.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Peak District National Park Authority cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Bakewell Visitor Centre, The Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1DS Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Castleton Visitor Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Derbyshire. S33 8WN Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Page 5 ARKWRIGHT THE DUCK’S MILL TRAIL at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 9th May 2015 - 10th May 2015 10:00-16:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk £1 entry fee Follow Arkwright the Duck’s mill trail and discover fascinating facts about the world’s first successful water powered cotton spinning mill here at Cromford. Complete the trail and win a small prize.

PLANT SALE at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 9th May 2015 13:30-16:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk The North Derbyshire Cottage Garden Society will be holding its popular annual sale of quality plants.

Sheffiled Folk Chorale - 'Music in May' at St John's Church (Walton) St John's Church (Walton), Walton Back Lane, Walton, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7LT 9th May 2015 19:30 Contact: Ann Grinbergs Tel: 01246 567118 Web: www.holymoorsidearts.co.uk On the door - Adult £9, Child (Under 16) £3 Early birds £7.50 (purchased before 1 May) A Holymoorisde and Walton Arts Festival Event: Music in May Concert - featuring the celebrated 'Sheffield Folk Chorale' and supported by 'Flute Suite' trio led by Katy Strudwick.

AUSTIN SEVEN VINTAGE CARS at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 10th May 2015 10:00-11:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk Cromford Mills is the meeting point for an impressive collection of Austin Sevens, as well as other vintage and classic cars, prior to a run through the Derbyshire Dales.

BECOME A WEAVER AND MAKE YOUR OWN WATERWHEEL at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 10th May 2015 13:00-16:00 Contact: ticket bookings Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk £2.50 (accompanying adults free) Children must be accompanied by an adult. Learn how to weave your own coaster and make a waterwheel from paper plates. Drop in anytime for an afternoon of family fun. Suitable for 3-8 year olds.

Living History Display and Muster at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 10th May 2015 11:00-16:00 Contact: enquries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk The Georgian Home Guard prepares to defend the Mill against the French invaders led by Napoleon Bonaparte. Hear Captain Peter Arkwright’s company of volunteers tell their stories.

Discover the Alport Valley - Ranger Guided Walk at Fairholmes Ranger Centre Fairholmes Ranger Centre, Upper Derwent Valley, BAMFORD, Hope Valley, S33 0AQ 10th May 2015 10:15-16:30 Contact: PDNPA Tel: 01629 816270 Start 10.15am, finish 4.30pm. 9 mile walk to Alport Castles with possible Raven and Peregrine sightings. Meet at Fairholmes Visitor Centre (GR: SK172 893) (PC: S33 0AQ). Bring binoculars. Booking essential. P&D car park.

Take to the Trails at National Trust Longshaw Estate National Trust Longshaw Estate , Peak District National Trust - Estates, Longshaw Estate Office, Longshaw, Sheffield, S11 7TZ 10th May 2015 Contact: Helen Tuck Tel: 01433 631757 Email: [email protected] Run 1.6miles or 3 miles, on a marked route through Longshaw, run in partnership with Jog Derbyshire. All ages welcome. Free. Meet outside Longshaw tea room. All information believed to be correct at time of print. Peak District National Park Authority cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Bakewell Visitor Centre, The Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1DS Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Castleton Visitor Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Derbyshire. S33 8WN Tel: 01629 816558 Email: [email protected] Page 6 The Dragons Back at Longnor Longnor, Nr Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 0NS 10th May 2015 10:30 Contact: Horticulture Service Tel: 0345 605 3010 Web: www.staffsmoorlands.gov.uk/sm/parks Meet John Mills for a 10 mile walk to Hollinsclough and over Hollins and Chrome Hill, possibly also taking in Packhouse Hill and High Wheeldon. Bring a packed lunch. Meet at Longnor Market Place.

A Roam with a View - Ranger Guided Walk at Monsal Head and Monsal Dale Monsal Head and Monsal Dale, Derbyshire, DE45 1NL 10th May 2015 10:45-16:30 Contact: PDNPA Tel: 01629 816270 Start 10.45am, finish 4.30pm. 8 mile walk in the hills, with fine views of the White Peak. Some rough tracks & steep climbs. Meet at the car park to the left of the Monsal Head Hotel (GR: SK185 715) (PC: DE45 1NL) Booking essential. £5 pp.