Listing showing events from 26/08/2016 to 04/09/2016 and within 12 miles of Ashbourne For more details please contact Ashbourne VIC tel 01335 343666

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Summer Play Trail at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, , 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

Punch and Judy at Heights of Abraham Heights of Abraham , Road, Matlock Bath, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NT 23rd Jul 2016 - 4th Sep 2016 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01629 582 365 Web: http://www.heightsofabraham.com/ Normal admission applies Join Richard Coombs at the Heights of Abraham this summer for his popular Punch and Judy show! Shows at 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm.

Model Railway Exhibition at The Gothic Warehouse The Gothic Warehouse, Mill Lane, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 9th Aug 2016 - 29th Aug 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01629 823256 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk FREE ENTRY Model railway exhibition by the Wingfield Railway Group featuring Mettesford and the fictitious Wingfield Junction layouts..

Flower Festival and Village Show at Hulland Ward Hulland Ward, Derbyshire, DE6 3EF 26th Aug 2016 - 29th Aug 2016 10:00-18:00 Contact: . Web: http://www.hwd2.co.uk/index.html The Flower Festival takes place in the early-Victorian parish church this year the theme will be 'Music Music Music'. In the adjacent the village hall the visit the village show with displays by local groups, local produce for sale.

Free Friday Walks at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 26th Aug 2016 11:00-13:00 2nd Sep 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.

Sports Mania at Ashbourne Leisure Centre Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AA 26th Aug 2016 09:00-16:00 2nd Sep 2016 09:00-16:00 Contact: Ashbourne Leisure Centre Tel: 01335 343712 Email: [email protected] Web: http://derbyshiredales.gov.uk/leisurecentre £17.50 Free with The £70 Summer Saver Deal 5 years + It's not manic at all but it is a whole lot of fun. A day packed full of activities including football, rounders, badminton, bouncy castle, quizzes, games, fun session in the swimming pool and much more.

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 Musical Extravganza at Middleton by Middleton by Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4LQ 27th Aug 2016 13:00 Contact: . Middleton's is the set for a Saturday Bank Holiday Music Extravaganza on the Millennium Green featuring local bands.

Pool Inflatable Fun Session at Ashbourne Leisure Centre Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AA 27th Aug 2016 14:15-15:30 31st Aug 2016 14:15-15:45 3rd Sep 2016 14:15-15:45 Contact: Ashbourne Leisure Centre Tel: 01335 343712 Email: [email protected] Web: http://derbyshiredales.gov.uk/leisurecentre Children & Concessions £2.50 Adults £3.70 Additional 50p for non-members Can you conquer our inflatable obstacle course or will you end up slip sliding your way into the pool. Floats and small toys will also be out in the shallow end of the pool.

Kayaking Taster at Ashbourne Leisure Centre Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AA 27th Aug 2016 15:30-16:30 Contact: Ashbourne Leisure Centre Tel: 01335 343712 Email: [email protected] Web: http://derbyshiredales.gov.uk/leisurecentre £5 Free with The £70 Summer Saver Deal Have a go at paddling a kayak in a safe, friendly, fun environment.

Donkey Rides at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 27th Aug 2016 - 28th Aug 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Cromford Mill Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk/events Cost: £3 per ride Visit Cromford Mills and see the donkeys. There will also be donkey rides during the day around the mill yard.

Ahoy there! Pirate Adventure at Arkwright's Cromford Mills Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ 27th Aug 2016 - 28th Aug 2016 10:00-17:00 Contact: Cromford Mill Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk/events Cost: 1 piece of Gold (£1) Come along and meet the pirates (why not come dressed as one yourself and be entered into a free prize draw).

Ipstones Agricultural Show at Ipstones Ipstones, Staffordshire , ST10 2LA 27th Aug 2016 08:00-17:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01538 266317 Web: http://www.ipstones-show.co.uk Adults £6.00 Senior £5.00 Children £2.00 Under 5s Free Car parking £1.00 Ipstones Agricultural Show is an annual show, with traditional agricultural judging classes, trade stands, classic cars, tractors, craft tent, tug of war and crowning of the Ipstones Agricultural Queen.

1950s Bank Holiday Weekend at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB 27th Aug 2016 - 29th Aug 2016 Contact: EVR Tel: 01629 823076 Web: http://www.e-v-r.com Sample what life was like in the 1950s at our special event with displays, special food in the Pullman Buffet and even a jazz band to entertain you. There will be a special murder mystery evening on 27th August including a fish and chip sup

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 Free Guided Walks at Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre Ashbourne Visitor Information Centre, Ashbourne Town Council, Town Hall, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 27th Aug 2016 11:00-12:15 1st Sep 2016 11:00-12:15 3rd Sep 2016 11:00-12:15 Contact: Ashbourne VIC Tel: 01335 343666 Email: [email protected] The free guided tours with local and knowledgeable guides will introduce you to Ashbourne's history and give you glimpses into the yards, buildings, famous people and old traditions.

NEW Craft and Gift Fair at Ashbourne Town Hall Ashbourne Town Hall, Market Place, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES 27th Aug 2016 10:00-16:00 3rd Sep 2016 10:00-16:00 Contact: Chrisian Email: [email protected] .

The Smartest Giant in Town at Burrows Gardens Burrows Gardens, The Burrows Gardens, Burrows Lane, Brailsford, Ashbourne, DE6 3BU 27th Aug 2016 18:30 Contact: www.folksytheatre.co.uk Web: http://www.folksytheatre.co.uk To book visit www.folksytheatre.co.uk NB performances go on whatever the weather, so please come prepared for rain or shine Tickets are non refundable. Folksy Theatre's production of their musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson's wonderful book will be filled with puppetry, colourful characters and songs, that will have you clapping and singing along!

Pirate Boat Trips at Cromford Wharf Cromford Wharf, Cromford Wharf, Mill Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 3RP 27th Aug 2016 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 07552 055 455. Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk Cost: 5 pieces of Gold (£5 All aboard the Black Pearl! Fancy dress competition, treasure hunt on board and family games.

Tissington Village Hall Craft Fairs at Tissington Tissington, Derbyshire, DE6 1RA 27th Aug 2016 - 29th Aug 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

Open Day at Middleton Top Engine House Middleton Top Engine House , Middleton Top Engine House , Rise End, Middleton by Wirksworth, Nr Matlock, DE4 4LS 28th Aug 2016 - 29th Aug 2016 13:00-16:30 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01629 823204 Web: http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countryside. This August Bank Holiday weekend, the County Council is opening the doors to two important historic buildings, the Middleton Top Engine House and the Leawood Pumphouse.

Steam Heritage at Leawood Pumphouse Leawood Pumphouse, Middleton by Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4LS 28th Aug 2016 12:00-17:00 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01629 823 204 Web: http://www.middleton-leawood.org.uk/ Free entry Come and experience the power of this great steam engine as it pumps four tons of water with each piston stroke.

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 Free Nordic Walking Taster at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 28th Aug 2016 10:00-11:00 Contact: White Peak Nordic Walking Tel: 01335 350681 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.whitepeaknordicwalking.co.uk This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. This taster session will include a warm up, instruction and a walk to practice your skills. Poles will be provided as a part of the session. Session delivered by White Peak Nordic Walking.

Hollington Church Fayre at The Raddle Inn The Raddle Inn, Quarry Bank, Hollington, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4HQ 28th Aug 2016 Contact: Information Tel: 01889 507220 Attractions will include a Craft & Produce Show, Vintage Tractor display, activities for children and many different stalls. There will also be a Tug of War and a Grand Auction. Refreshments will also be available.

Open Day at Hope House Costume Museum Hope House Costume Museum, Alstonefield, Nr Ashbourne, DE6 2GE 28th Aug 2016 10:00-16:00 Contact: Hope House Costume Museum Tel: 01335 310318 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.hopehousemuseum.co.uk Entrance £1.00 Guided tours of the museum throughout the day. Stalls to include: Textiles & Collectables, Cakes and more. Astrology readings with celebrity astrologer Maria Killoran, readings from £3.00 in aid of registered charity.

Annual Fun Dog Show at Alton Castle Alton Castle, Castle Hill, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4TT 28th Aug 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: RSCPA North Staffs Tel: 01538 388604 Email: [email protected] Web: http:///www.rspca-staffsnorth.org.uk £1.50 each class or 4 classes for £5.00 Our annual Fun Dog Show returns and this time we’re in the stunning setting of Alton Castle. Stalls…. games…. raffle….Bouncy Castle….Dogola, music by Hothouse Saxaphonics. One to one Dog Behaviour consultation available (small donation)

Free Monday Walks at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 29th Aug 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.

Open Garden at Tissington Hall Tissington Hall, Tissington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1RA 29th Aug 2016 12:00-15:00 Contact: Tissington Hall Tel: 01335 352200 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.ngs.org.uk/Shared/Templates/Garden.aspx? page=20981&id=2476 Admission £6.00, children free. The Hall's large garden celebrates over 75yrs in the NGS, a stunning rose garden on the west terrace, herbaceous borders and 5 acres of grounds including an arboretum.

Afternoon Cream Tea Train at Churnet Valley Railway Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA 29th Aug 2016 31st Aug 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.

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 Butterton Wakes at Butterton Butterton, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 7RZ 29th Aug 2016 13:00 Contact: Melanie Hodgkinson Tel: 01538 304504 Web: http://www.buttertonmoorlands.co.uk Traditionally the Wakes commence with a service in St Bartholomew's church at 1pm when the outgoing Wakes Queen hands over to the new Wakes Queen. The event then moves to the Village Hall with the Warslow Silver Band leading the way.

Den Building Tuesdays, Tanglewood at Tissington Tissington, Derbyshire, DE6 1RA 30th Aug 2016 10:00 and 11:30 Contact: Tanglewood Tel: 07989492768/07850913 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.tanglewooddays.com/ £4.00 per child. Booking Essential. Little Woodlanders

My Wild Summer: Go Batty! at The Wildlife Discovery Centre The Wildlife Discovery Centre, Carsington Water, Carsington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST 31st Aug 2016 19:30 Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01773 881188 £4/£2 My Wild Summer: Go Batty! Wildlife Discovery Room

Woodland Craft Wednesdays, Tanglewood at Tissington Tissington, Derbyshire, DE6 1RA 31st Aug 2016 10:00 and 11:30 Contact: Tanglewood Tel: 07989492768/07850913 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.tanglewooddays.com/ £4.00 per child. Booking Essential. Woodland Craft Wednesdays

Wild Wednesday at RSPB Coombes Valley RSPB Coombes Valley, Six Oaks Farm, Bradnop, Nr Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 7EU 31st Aug 2016 11:00-15:00 Contact: RSPB Coombes Valley Tel: 01538 384017 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.rspb.org.uk £5.00 per child with 20% off for RSPB members Wild Wednesdays will be taking place every week throughout the summer holidays. There will be a new theme each week, with different family-friendly activities available including pond dipping, scavenger hunts, den building, crafts, etc.

Horse Tram Day at Crich Tramway Village Crich Tramway Village, Crich, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP 31st Aug 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.

Orienteering Day at Ilam Park Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ 31st Aug 2016 10:00 and 15:00 Contact: National Trust Ilam Park Tel: 0344 800 1895 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ £3.00 Adults £1.50 Child Try out orienteering with Derwent Valley Orienteers. Ideal for beginners, families and enthusiasts. No booking needed..

Turnditch & Windley Show at Turnditch & Windley Turnditch & Windley, Derbyshire, DE5 3BT 3rd Sep 2016 10:00 Contact: Turnditch & Windley Web: http://www.turnditchandwindley.co.uk A traditional country show with crafts and produce judging, equestrian, gun dogs, trade stands,vintage tractors, vintage & classic car display, trade stands, Woodys Wings, Dog and Duck, shire horses and the Ashbourne town band.

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 Tunes and Chips Evening Land Cruise at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB 3rd Sep 2016 Contact: EVR Tel: 01629 823076 Web: http://www.e-v-r.com As part of the Wirksworth festival, you can enjoy live music during an evening land cruise along the line together with a delicious meal of fish and chips.

Lunch Trains at Churnet Valley Railway Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA 3rd Sep 2016 4th Sep 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.

Calton Wakes at Calton St Marys Memorial Hall Calton St Marys Memorial Hall, Back Lane, Calton, Nr Leek, ST10 3JX 3rd Sep 2016 14:00-17:00 Contact: Calton St Marys Memorial Hall Tel: 01538 308350 The annual Calton Wakes will take place i9n the field next to St Marys Church. Attractions during the day include; bric-a-brac, books and cakes, tombola and raffle. In the evening One Million Fingers will perform at 7.30pm.

Magnificent Mutts Dog Show at Ashbourne Animal Welfare Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Wyaston Rd, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NB 4th Sep 2016 11:00-16:00 Contact: Ashbourne Animal Welfare Tel: 01335 300494 Web: http://www.ashbourneanimalwelfare.org/events.php Waggiest Tail, Prettiest, Handsome Best Expression, Best Puppy, Top Dog etc. Visit the cats and dogs, Lunches,Teas,Gifts, Books, Bric a Brac, Toys etc

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