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Discovery Walks Festival at Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, PO Box 6297, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3WJ 28th May 2016 - 12th Jun 2016 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01629 536831 Web: http://www.derwentvalleymills.org/discovery-days/ Our walks in the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site offer something for everyone.

Ladies Night with Vernon Kay at Racecourse Uttoxeter Racecourse, Wood Lane, Uttoxeter, , ST14 8BD 9th Jun 2016 16:00 Contact: Uttoxeter Racecourse Tel: 01889562561 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.uttoxeter- racecourse.co.uk/whats-on/fixture/9-june-2016/ Centre Course Ticket | £10 per person online and on the day Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure Ticket | £22.00 Premier Enclosure Ticket | £30.00 Premier Plus Package| £35.00 Hoops Bistro & Champagne Bar | £87.00 per person inc VAT 1907 - New for 2016 | £99.00 per person inc VAT Private Hospitality | From £95.00 plus VAT Vernon Kay, one of the UK’s top TV hosts is to tour a series of the UK’s premier Racecourses across the summer of 2016, including Uttoxeter Racecourse on Ladies Night!

Free Guided Walks at Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Ashbourne Town Council, Town Hall, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 9th Jun 2016 11:00-12:15 11th Jun 2016 11:00-12:15 16th Jun 2016 11:00-12:15 18th Jun 2016 11:00-12:15 Contact: Ashbourne VIC Tel: 01335 343666 Email: [email protected] .

The Transformation of St Pancras at Matlock Bath Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3NR 9th Jun 2016 19:00 Contact: Bookings Tel: 01629 823256. Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk Cost: £7.50 (includes cheese and wine 7pm-7:30pm) – Limited places, advance booking recommended. St Pancras was a 14 year old Christian boy who was martyred in Rome in AD304 by the Emperor Diocletian. In Britain he is better known as a railway station.

Free Friday Walks at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 10th Jun 2016 11:00-13:00 17th Jun 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.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of , 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 1 New Buggy Walks at Ashbourne Leisure Centre Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AA 10th Jun 2016 12:00 and 13:00 17th Jun 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

Steam & Vintage Event at Belper Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1AY 11th Jun 2016 - 12th Jun 2016 Contact: Enquiries CANCELLED DUE TO BAD CONDITIONS Old steamers, classic cars, trucks, m/cycles, military,tractors, stationery engines+ arena displays, stalls, horses, old time faye rides, dancers & entertainment to suit all ages.

Local Industry in the Area at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 11th Jun 2016 10:30-15:30 Contact: Enquires Tel: 01629536831 Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk Cost £4 Please phone 01629 536831 for bookings Location: Meet outside The Shop in the Yard Step back in time and discover more about the industries of the local area on this 8 mile walk led by John Rivers. Walk from Cromford Wharf along th

Celebrating The Cromford Canal at Cromford Wharf Cromford Wharf, Cromford Wharf, Mill Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 3RP 11th Jun 2016 - 12th Jun 2016 Contact: Friends of Cromford Canal Tel: 07552 055 455 Join the Friends of Cromford Canal, browse the sales stand and enjoy historical displays and electric boat demonstrations. Location: Gothic Wharf

Alison Uttley Walk at High Peak Junction Visitor Centre High Peak Junction Visitor Centre, off Lea Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5HN 11th Jun 2016 13:00-16:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01629 536831 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk Cost: £4 Please phone 01629 536831 for bookings Join Chas Arnold on this challenging 5 mile guided walk with fantastic views that visits some of the places associated with the life and work of local author Alison Uttley.

Lunch Trains at Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA 11th Jun 2016 12th Jun 2016 Contact: Bookings Tel: 01538 750755 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk Tickets are £35 per person and include both your train travel and meal Board our First Class Dining Coach at Froghall Station and enjoy a 4-course Lunch with full waitress service whilst enjoying the fabulous scenery along the Churnet Valley line and the Cauldon Branch Line as far as Ipstones.

Adult Education Open Day at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 11th Jun 2016 10:30-14:30 Contact: 01629 533696 An opportunity to learn what the Adult community Education Centre in Ashbourne has to offer. As Our Adult Community Education Service's annual celebration of learning, Adult Learners' Week, is coming between 11 and 18 June 2016. We've got l

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of Derby, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 2 Tissington Village Hall Craft Fairs at Tissington Tissington, Derbyshire, DE6 1RA 11th Jun 2016 - 12th Jun 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

Stanton in Peak Open Gardens at Stanton in the Peak Stanton in the Peak , Derbyshire, DE4 2LW 11th Jun 2016 - 12th Jun 2016 13:00-17:00 12th Jun 2016 12:00-16:00 Contact: Information TBA Stanton in Peak Open Gardens

Handmade and Vintage Fair at Ashbourne Town Hall Ashbourne Town Hall, Market Place, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 11th Jun 2016 11:00-16:00 18th Jun 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Michelle Email: [email protected] Saturday 2nd April Craft Fair Cancelled

Queen's 90th Birthday Celebration Service at St Oswald's Church St Oswald's Church, Church Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AJ 12th Jun 2016 10:30 Contact: Parish Office Tel: 01335 343052 Email: [email protected] St Oswald's hosts a church service to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday. There will also be a quarter peel for the Queen at 5.30pm on Friday June 10th

Dancing Dogs, Open Day at The Ark at Ashbourne Animal Welfare Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Wyaston Rd, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NB 12th Jun 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Ashbourne Animal Welfare Tel: 01335 300494 Web: http://www.ashbourneanimalwelfare.ora .

Marston Montgomery Well Dressing at Marston Montgomery Marston Montgomery, Derbyshire, DE6 2FF 12th Jun 2016 - 18th Jun 2016 Contact: Rosemary Murray Tel: 01889 590646 Email: [email protected] Web: www.marstonmontgomery.btck.co.uk Donations gratefully accepted. Well dressing is the ancient art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made of natural materials. Blessing Service Sunday 12 June 2016, 2.00 pm at St Giles Church

Alton Street Party at Alton Alton, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 4BW 12th Jun 2016 12:00-16:00 Contact: Alton Community Events Group Tel: 01538 703272 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.altonstaffs.co.uk Celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday with friends, neighbours and family in Alton, bring a picnic & party on the High Street... Live music, street entertainers, ice cream van - Dress code ....red, white & blue...of course!

Specialist Plant Fair & Open Gardens at Culland Hall Culland Hall, Culland, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3BW 12th Jun 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Culland Hall £5 children free Well renowned specialist plant fair& open gardens. Rare and unusual plants for sale, 19 century walled kitchen garden, woodland walk and 4 acres of gardens to inspire visitors.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of Derby, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 3 NGS Open Gardens at Alton Towers Resort Alton Towers Resort, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB 13th Jun 2016 15:00-18:00 Contact: Information Tel: 01538 703344 Web: http://www.ngs.org.uk/gardens/find-a-garden/Garden.aspx?id=2295 Admission £4.00 (children free) Magnificent gardens designed by the flamboyant 15th Earl of Shrewsbury; feature pools, pagoda fountain, statues, mature trees, shrubs, rhododendrons and azaleas, set in a steep sided valley with steep walks. Access from Alton Towers Hotel.

Free Monday Walks at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 13th Jun 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.

Summer Gardens at Hopton Hall Hopton Hall , Hopton, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4DF 14th Jun 2016 - 16th Jun 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.

Summer Afternoon Racing at Uttoxeter Racecourse Uttoxeter Racecourse, Wood Lane, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8BD 15th Jun 2016 Contact: Uttoxeter Racecourse Tel: 01889562561 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.uttoxeter- racecourse.co.uk/whats-on/fixture/15-june-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 This fixture is all about the racing with 7 races kicking off at 12.15pm, there’s plenty to enjoy.

Afternoon Cream Tea Train at Churnet Valley Railway Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA 15th Jun 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.

Horse Tram Day at Crich Tramway Village Crich Tramway Village, Crich, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP 15th Jun 2016 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01773 854392 Web: http://www.tramway.co.uk Adults - £16.00 Seniors (60+) - £12.00 Children (4-15yrs)- - £9.00 Family (2A+3C) - £39.00 The ‘clip-clop’ of horses hooves on the cobbled street of Crich Tramway Village is a sign that today is one of the six planned days in 2016 when you will be able to experience real horse-power.

Art Appreciation Stanton in the Peak Village Hall at Stanton in the Peak Stanton in the Peak , Derbyshire, DE4 2LW 15th Jun 2016 17:30-18:30 Contact: Sue Email: [email protected] £5 per session Would you like to learn more about the history of art and gain a better understanding of paintings and sculpture? These lively presentations aim to enhance visits to galleries and stately homes as well as supporting practical art interests.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of Derby, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 4 Matlock Summer Series Orienteering event at Darley Dale Darley Dale, Derbyshire, DE4 2SD 15th Jun 2016 18:30 Contact: Viv Tel: 01629734307 Web: http://www.dvo.org.uk Matlock Summer Series Orienteering event at Cambridge Woods Registration 6:30-7:00pm

Norbury Primary School Well Dressing at Norbury Norbury, Derbyshire, DE6 2EG 17th Jun 2016 - 23rd Jun 2016 Contact: Rebecca Chapman Tel: 01335 324337 Donations gratefully accepted. This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire and is the art of decorating wells with pictures made from natural materials.. At Norbury Primary School, one well is dressed. Blessing Service 17th June 1.45.

Ashbourne Festival at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 17th Jun 2016 - 4th Jul 2016 Contact: Ashbourne Festival Office Tel: 01335 348707 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.ashbournefestival.org 2016 festival events line up to include 'Whos Next' Tribute band, The Rev Richard Coles 'pop star to vicar', Prof Robert Winston, Comedy night, Roger Mc Gough and Little Machine plus many other exciting events

Womens Tour of Britain at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 17th Jun 2016 11:00 Contact: . Womens Tour of Britain Stage 3 starts today from Ashbourne

Who's Next at The Empire Ballroom The Empire Ballroom, King Edward Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1BW 17th Jun 2016 19:00 Contact: Ashbourne VIC Tel: 01335 343666 Web: http://www.ashbournefestival.org £12.50 Booking fee applicable The WHO are undoubtedly in the top 5 most important rock bands of our time and we can guarantee that this tribute to the bands career and music will not disappoint.

PANDEMONIUM CEILIDH at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 18th Jun 2016 19:30 Contact: Ashbourne Festival Office Tel: 01335 348707 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.ashbournefestival.org £8 Following on from last years very popular and successful ceilidh, Pandemonium are returning to Ashbourne, but this time with an Irish set.

International StreetFest at Ashbourne Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1EU 18th Jun 2016 11:30-17:00 19th Jun 2016 12:00-17:00 Contact: Ashbourne VIC Tel: 01335 343666 Email: [email protected] Ashbourne Festival has hosted some of the best street theatre, musicians, comedians, artists and writers working in the region, nationally and internationally. Join us for a great weekend The Festival is now established as one of the town’

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of Derby, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 5 Father's Day Uttoxeter Pub Trail at Redfern Cottage-Museum of Uttoxeter Life Redfern Cottage-Museum of Uttoxeter Life, 34-36 Carter Street, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8EU 18th Jun 2016 13:00-15:00 Contact: Laura Wigg Bailey Tel: 01889 567176 Email: [email protected] Free Event: Donations welcomed Pub Tours – Visit and learn about the historic pubs of Uttoxeter, hear tales of past characters and enjoy samples of their best cask ales at participating pubs on the route. It is Father’s Day but everyone is welcome! Meet at the Cottage.

Songs for a Summer Evening at The Whitworth Centre The Whitworth Centre, Station Road, Darley Dale, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2EQ 18th Jun 2016 19:30 Contact: Elizabeth Butcher Tel: 01629 810205 Web: http://bakewellchoral.org Tickets £10 Students and Accompanied Children Free Tickets from:- Bakewell Bookshop, Choir Members on the door or by post from Elizabeth Butcher, The Gabled House, South Church Street, Bakewell, DE45 1FD with SAE and cheque payable to Bakewell Choral Society. Bakewell Choral Society presents Songs for a Summer Evening at the Whitworth Centre, Darley Dale DE4 2EQ.

Family Forest School at Carsington Water Visitor Centre Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Carsington Water, Carsington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST 18th Jun 2016 12:45-14:15 Contact: Derbyshire Wildlife Trust Tel: 01773 881188 £4 per person 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 Art Exhibition at Ashbourne Town Hall Ashbourne Town Hall, Market Place, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 18th Jun 2016 - 25th Jun 2016 11:00 and 17:30 Contact: Festival Office Tel: 01335 348707 Web: http://www.ashbournefestival.org Free entry .

Kirk Ireton Hill Top Open Gardens at Kirk Ireton Kirk Ireton, Derbyshire, DE6 3LF 18th Jun 2016 - 19th Jun 2016 13:00-17:00 Contact: . Tel: 01335 370 183 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.opengardens.co.uk/open_gardens.php?id=1044 £3.50 per adult each day £5.00 per adult for two day ticket Accompanied children free. .

Open Gardens at Middleton by Wirksworth Middleton by Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4LQ 18th Jun 2016 - 19th Jun 2016 11:00-17:00 Contact: . £3.00 for both days available from various points in the village Accompanied children free For the third year the villagers will open their gardens and yards. All proceeds from the sale of the trail guide will go towards future village projects. There are plant sales, craft demonstrations, table top sales and refresh

Open Garden Weekend at Bonsall Bonsall, Derbyshire, DE4 2AY 18th Jun 2016 - 19th Jun 2016 Contact: Enquiries Email: [email protected] Web: www.bonsallopengardens.co.uk TBA Getting ready now for the Bonsall Open Garden Weekend. This year is slightly earlier than usual but It will be interesting to see gardens in an earlier floral stage.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of Derby, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 6 Contemporary Opera Maestro Toni Castells at Bonsall Bonsall, Derbyshire, DE4 2AY 18th Jun 2016 19:30 Contact: Mike Tel: 07974 644 889. Email: [email protected] Web: www.bonsallopengardens.co.uk Tickets £12.00. The Bonsall Opera this year is going to be quite extraordinary! We have been given a unique opportunity for a young opera writer and composer to come and perform his own work here in Bonsall village Church.

All information believed to be correct at time of print. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Visit Peak District & Derbyshire care of University of Derby, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY Tel: 01332 594634 Page 7