Peak District events, dates for your diary in and around Derbyshire.

WHAT'S ON IN THE PEAK DISTRICT - dates for your diary, major events, car boot sales, craft fair dates, quiz nights, charity walks, events and much more....

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Every 2^nd Thursday and last Sunday of every month

Chesterfield Farmers' Market

9am-4pm Thursdays
10am-2pm Sundays

01246 345 777/8

Every last Saturday in the month

Farmers' Market at Bakewell Agricultural Business Centre

9am – 2pm

01629 – 813777

Food products are the main attraction here from Bakewell Puddings to Ashbourne gingerbread and Hartington cheese, many producers hold the Peak District Environmental Quality Mark for businesses which support the National Park’s natural assets.

Every 1^st Sunday in the month

Farmers' Market at Castleton

Hope Valley
Derbyshire

10.00 – 15.00

01433 620699

Every 1^st Thursday in the month

Farmers' Market at Buxton

Buxton Pavilion Gardens

10 am to 3 pm

Every 3^rd Saturday in the month

Farmers' Market at Holmesfield

Vicarage Close

S18 7WZ

11.30 am to 4 pm

Every 3^rd Saturday in the month

Farmers' Market at Ashbourne

01629 76110 ext 1318

Every 3^rd Saturday in the month

Farmers' Market at Matlock

9am-1pm

01629 57488

Every weekend until end of November

Bakewell Crafts every Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays

From Saturday February 7^th until Christmas Fairs in December

10.30am-4.30am at the Brigade Hall through the gardens in

Bakewell. Lots of handmade crafts and gifts for sale with

Free Admission. 07765 404354 or email

peakfairs@aol.com

Every Easter Tuesday

Flagg Races

Point to point race meeting where you could be witnessing the future stars of National Hunt racing.

www.flaggraces.co.uk

E-mail: secretary@flaggraces.co.uk

Tel: 01889 500223
Mobile: 07985 156813

2010

Open Wednesday- Saturday

Studio 61 Gallery Boutique

Escape the World Cup football frenzy! Studio 61 Gallery Boutique in Holloway near Matlock has declared itself a World Cup & football free zone. In the studio there are no flags and no memorabilia - just peace, tranquillity, gorgeous gifts for you & your home and coffee. Artist/owner Karina invites you to pop in to escape.

Open Wed-Sat 9.30-4.30

www.karinagoodman.com

Tel: 01629 534532

26^th June - 1^st August

Biddulph Festival 2010

The supercharged summer of 2010 is going to be one to remember. Beginning on June 26 and running alongside the excitement generated by the World Cup, Biddulph Festival 2010 promises to be a scintillating mix to delight audiences of all ages and tastes. The host nation of South Africa is given a platform in the form of the thrilling Mighty Zulu Nation: a company of dancers, singers and percussionists all the way from the Kingdom of Kwa Zulu Natal.

Spearheading the wave of new arrivals are Chumbawumba, Richard Digance and the legendary Helen Shapiro but we couldn't leave out the favourites, so Rock on the Rocks, Folk in the Park, Biddulph by the Sea, and the 1942 Dance are all back again. Altogether a kaleidoscopic, unpredictable lucky-bag of music and art, theatre, dance and good old-fashioned fun!

Tel: 01782 517238
Mobile: 07902 397230

July (throughout)

Ivan Taylor exhibition of solo work

Ivan Taylor has been established as a professional artist for over 20 years and his work has been exhibited successfully at a variety of galleries and exhibitions throughout the UK and internationally.

Meet the artist: There is an opportunity to talk to Ivan at the gallery on Saturday 10th July, from noon until 3.30pm and a larger than normal selection of his work is in the gallery during the whole of July.

Ridgeway Gallery
Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

Images and further details of all our artists’ work are available to view on the website www.theridgewaygallery.co.uk

7^th – 25^th July

Buxton Festival

Friendly arts and culture festival with a broad range of events taking in the worlds of opera, literature and music.

www.buxtonfestival.co.uk
01298 70395

7^th – 25^th July

Buxton Festival Fringe

One of the largest Fringes in the country with over 300 events including comedy, poetry, theatre, film, music, kids' events, street entertainment and exhibitions.

www.buxtonfringe.org.uk
01298 79351

Saturday 24^th and Sunday 25^th July

3^rd Annual Great Dome Art Fair

Over 60 Peak District Products members will be exhibiting their high quality art & craft work in this Award Winning annual exhibition. Paintings, jewellery, furniture, ceramics, stoneware, carved wood, photography, calligraphy, metal & bronze sculpture, blown glass & stained glass, textiles, fashion & chocolate! Full programme of free talks and demonstrations plus a raffle of artists’ postcards and a special display of work ‘Inspired by the Dome’.

For more information go to www.peakdistrictproducts.co.uk or call 01298 22117

The Dome, Devonshire Rd, Buxton, SK17 6RY. 10am – 4.30pm

Sunday 25th July

Planetarium to visit Castleton

Come along to the Castleton Village Hall to experience a new kind of planetarium.

Not only will you see planets, stars and constellations, there will also be a trip to the Moon to look back at the beautiful Earth. Watch Mammoths struggling against an Ice Age storm; see a volcano erupting, sending lava spewing all around; meet some roaring dinosaurs just before a rogue asteroid crashes into their world; ride along a raging river and over a waterfall. Experience all of this inside the village hall!

All ages will be fascinated by this film and you may well learn something new about the history of the Earth...

Sessions at 12:00, 12:45, 13:30, 14:15, 15:00 and 15:45.

Tickets on sale in the hall from 11:00 or prior to each session. Limited numbers per session so buy your tickets early.

Adults £3, Children (under 16) £2

More information about the event and the mobile planetarium can be found on the Voyager Dome website at www.voyagerdome.co.uk

Tuesday 27^th July

Chesterfield Medieval Market

The historic market town of Chesterfield goes back to its medieval roots. All day medieval entertainment plus a fun fair, tombolas, stalls, refreshments, a hog roast and more.

Chesterfield Market, 10am-4pm
01246 345777/8

Saturday 31^st July

Leek & District Britannia Show

01538 483741

Saturday 31^st July and Sunday 1^st August

Cromford Steam Rally

01629 582 272

31^st July – 21^st August

International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival

The world's biggest celebration of Gilbert & Sullivan and attracts around 20,000 visitors each year.

Buxton Opera House
www.gs-festival.co.uk
01422 323 252

August (throughout)

Exhibitions at STUDIO 61 Gallery Boutique

Exhibitions: The Art of Texture by Janice Allen, Colourful & Quirky Watercolours by Karina Goodman, Soo Durham's exotic Raku Ceramics, Lorraine-Hogg's Glass Art and unique pieces by Zazu Jewellery.

Open Wed-Sat 9.30-4.30

Exhibitions change fortnightly/monthly-please ring for details.

Leashaw, Holloway Nr Matlock DE4 5AT
01629 534532
www.karinagoodman.com

August (throughout)

Exhibition of Steven McLoughlin's work

Steven has been painting professionally for over 10 years and during this time has become experienced in using many different mediums. He spends a lot of time on the coast, walking the North Norfolk and Cornish coastlines as well as the Derbyshire countryside where he lives.

Meet the artist: There is an opportunity to talk to Steven at the gallery on Saturday 7^th August, from noon until 3.30pm and a larger than normal selection of his work is in the gallery during the whole of August.

Ridgeway Gallery
Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

Images and further details of all our artists’ work are available to view on the website www.theridgewaygallery.co.uk

Wednesday 4^th & Thursday 5^th August

The Bakewell Show

The 180^th show with all the entertainment, trade stands, horse show and cattle ring events as well as all the usual animal tents and food of every variety.

For more information go to www.bakewellshow.org or call 01629 812736

Saturday 6^th & Sunday 7^th August

Peak Rail 1940s Weekend

Turn back the clock and journey down memory lane to the days of ration books, blackouts, make do and mend, holidays at home and show an insight into how civilians and troops survived during the war. It is a full weekend event with the show being open to the public 10.30 till 5.30 on both days.

Tel: 01629 580381

http://www.peakrail.co.uk/1940sWeekend.html

Wednesday 11^th August

The Ashover Show

This year will see the 79th Ashover Show, however the Ashover Agricultural and Horticultural Society can trace its origins back to 1924. Offering you a traditional country show which has something to entertain every member of your family.

Gates: 9am - dusk
Admission: Adults £7, Seniors £5, Kids £3, Under 5s are free
The Rectory Fields, Ashover
Tel: 01623 811545

Tuesday 24^th & Wednesday 25^th August

Dovedale Sheepdog Trials

For information call 01335 372 889.

Monday 30^th August

Hope Agricultural Show and Sheep Dog Trials

Something for all the family at this large country show.

Marsh Farm, Castleton Road, Hope. S33 6RD

8.30am to 5.30pm

www.hopeshow.org

2^nd – 4^th September

Longshaw Sheep Dog Trials

Sheep dog trials, with the championship held on the Saturday, the Parade of Foxhounds on the Thursday, and the fell race also on the Saturday.

Adults £4

For more information call 01433 651 852 or visit www.longshawsheepdog.co.uk

Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th September

Chatsworth Country Show

One of England’s most spectacular annual outdoor events held in the beautiful Chatsworth Park.

Gates open at 9.00am, closing ceremony at about 6.30pm

www.countryfairoffice.co.uk/

Saturday 4^th September

Great Longstone Annual Charity Walk Day

2, 7 or 10 miles. Organised in collaboration with the Crispin Inn, Great Longstone - this annual walk day helps raise funds for local causes and provides a perfect excuse for a good walk, followed by pie and peas at the excellent local pub, The Crispin Inn...all welcome! The 2010 walk will be raising funds to help towards the refurbishment of the playground in the village park.

Longer walks: 10.15am sign-in - 11am start (sharp)

2 mile walk: 12.30 sign in - 1pm start (sharp)

Suggested entry fees:

Adults: £5 - £10 (or more via sponsorship)

Children under 14 - £1

Dogs - 50p

Optional Pie & Peas - £5

Please call Crispin landlord Paul on 01629 640 237 for more details/sponsorship forms etc.

4^th September – 30^th October

Matlock Bath Illuminations and Venetian Nights

Popular annual event featuring superb illuminations, clifftop fireworks and much, much more.

For further information contact Nicola Wildgoose on 01629 761 390 or via email on nicola.wildgoose@derbyshiredales.gov.uk.

10^th – 26^th September

Wirksworth Festival

Wirksworth Festival's dates (September 10-26) are dictated by the ancient ceremony of ‘clypping' the church when the congregation of St Mary's Church surround their church with joined hands. The music and celebration that accompanied the clypping have grown into an exciting festival of contemporary visual arts and performance.

For the Art & Architecture Trail (11-12 September) Wirksworth is taken over by 150 artists exhibiting everywhere, in private homes from the grandest town house to the tiniest cottage and in public spaces all around. The Festival offers new commissioned work including the town's first Arts Pavilion, installations in shop windows and curated galleries. There is music, performance, dance, crafts and a carnival atmosphere.

Programme details on the Festival website www.wirksworthfestival.co.uk.

11^th – 26^th September

Autumn Footprints: The Amber Valley & Erewash Walking Festival

Walkers will once again be stepping out in the popular Autumn Footprints, Amber Valley and Erewash Walking festival, taking place from the 11th to the 26th of September 2010.

The walks will take place in Amber Valley and Erewash, two areas known for their natural beauty, superb scenery, industrial heritage and attractive towns and villages and are led by knowledgeable local expert volunteers and staff who are enthusiastic to show off their patch.

The Festival has proved very popular with both inexperienced and experienced walkers and now in its eighth year, they return time and again to enjoy the stunning seasonal colours.

For more details telephone 08456 058 058 to book your place.

10^th – 26^th September

Melbourne Festival

Now in its sixth year in 2010, Melbourne Festival has an arts and architecture trail as part of its festival activities. The Art and Architecture Trail will see approximately 90 professional Artists and Makers exhibiting in private houses, public buildings and businesses in the historic heart of Melbourne on September 18 and 19 this year.

There'll also be exhibitions by local schools and art groups and musicians, buskers and other activities along the trail including The 1623 Theatre Company with their Olympic Shakespearean Workout 2010.

A concert programme runs for the two week duration of the festival (September 10-25) offering music, poetry and theatre, to complement the Arts Trail weekend where you can get the opportunity to experience the talent of the local artists of South Derbyshire.

Tel: 07765 819428

Saturday 18^th and Sunday 19^th September

Hayfield Sheepdog Trials & County Show

The ever popular annual event at Hayfield. Featuring, of course, sheepdog trials plus falconry displays, pet shows, craft demonstrations, stalls and much more.

11.30am-5pm

For more information call 07790 674 998.

24^th – 26^th September

Derby Festé

Three days of entertainment, most of which is free of charge and perfect for all the family.

01332 255 802

Saturday 16^th & Sunday 17^th October

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'Tops and Tails of the Dark and White Peak'

Saturday: A 12 mile walk talking in Baslow, Grindleford and other Peak District delights.

Sunday: A short walk around the Burbage Valley.

Base Camp: Castleton

Saturday: This walk has us begin our day on the Longshaw Estate. From here we will trudge up to White Edge - and once this height has been gained it's all down hill from there on. (Well sort of/and not if you include the end bit). Along the tops we'll find our way to the picturesque Peak District town of Baslow - our half way point at around 6 miles. From here we will travel back along the river (a complete contrast in scenery - but delightful nevertheless) back to our start point via Grindleford.

Sunday: A short walk around the Burbage Valley taking local Peak District history from Viking burial grounds to Bronze-age hill forts. A lovely walk to shake out cob-webs before the drive home.

ase Camp: Castleton

Sunday: A short walk around the Burbage Valley taking local Peak District history from Viking burial grounds to Bronze-age hill forts. A lovely walk to shake out cob-webs before the drive home.

For more info visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#2

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 16^th & Sunday 17^th October

Great Peak District Fair, Buxton

Held at The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton.

10am-4pm

For more information call 01298 23114.

23^rd – 31^st October

Discovery Days at Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site

08456 058 058

24^th October – 1^st November

Spookyshire

A series of spooky happenings, plus Halloween events, fireworks and much more.

For more information go to www.visitpeakdistrict.com/events/spookyshire.aspx or call 0845 833 0970

28^th – 30^th October

Chesterfield Arts & Markets Festival

is set to go ahead for the seventh year during October half term, running from Thursday 28 to Saturday 30. This year's events include the nations's favourite orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic - who will be performing Mozart's Violin Concerto number 1 and Beethoven's Symphony number 4, as well as the brilliant Introduction and Allegro by Elgar - young Iranian stand-up comic Shappi Khorsandi, the fantastic Lau (winners of the Best Group at the 2010 BBC Folk Award), the CAMRA Beer Festival and the Garden of Light. Visit the Chesterfield Arts & Markets page for full details and to book online.

www.visitpeakdistrict.com/events/chesterfield-arts-markets.aspx

28^th – 30^th October

Chesterfield Garden of Light

Chesterfield's famous Queen's Park is transformed into a twinkling Garden of Light, plus live music and other entertainment.

01246 345777/8

6^th November– 23^rd December

A Russian Christmas

Taking inspiration from the diverse cultures and rich traditions of Russia, Chatsworth House gets dressed for Christmas. Also featuring gift ideas, Christmas markets, nativities and fine dining evenings.

01246 565 300

20^th November – 23^rd December

Santa Specials, Midland Railway

Santa's Grotto climbs aboard the train and gives away a present for the kids, and mince pies and a mini bottle of spirits for the adults.

01773 570140

Saturday 28^th & Sunday 29^thNovember

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'Victorian Ways - Dark Peak'

Saturday: A 15 mile walk combining the rugged NE corner of the Dark Peak with a strong flavour of Victorian agriculture and engineering.

Sunday: A short walk of total contrasts, taking in the villages of Eyam, Stoney Middleton and more.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#3

Tel: 07791860163

5^th – 13^th December

Haddon Hall Christmas Opening

Every festive season sees Haddon Hall open its doors to the public. Glowing with twinkling lights, traditional decorations and open fires, with Tudor music providing a fitting soundtrack - a perfect Christmas present.

01629 812855

Saturday 18^th & Sunday 19^thDecember

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'Winning Ways in the Dark Peak (New Route!)'

Saturday: This will be a short route designed for a winter’s day short on daylight hours … best pack the torches though … just in case. Two hills and a tad over ten miles.

Sunday: A short walk around the Burbage Valley taking local Peak District history from Viking burial grounds to Bronze-age hill forts. A lovely walk to shake out cob-webs before the drive home.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#4

Tel: 07791860163

2011

Saturday 22^ndJanuary

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'The Dark Peak Dash'

Saturday: A whopper of a walk circumnavigating 26Km (that's about 16 miles in old speak) of the Peak District.

Sunday: A cheeky little five miler with this lovely round of Hathersage that takes south along the Derwent Valley into Upper Padley – before commencing our way back via Millstone Edge.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 26^thMarch

Challenge4Charity with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

Will4Adventure is now planning the next Challenge4Charity in aid of the Peak District Mountain Rescue Organisation: this will be an insane 50mile sponsored walk through the Peak District National Park.

Wherever you stop – we’ll pick you up – how far will you go? Challenge4Charity 2010 is a continuous sponsored walk - with no opportunities for sleeping, or for separate team members to walk separate stages - it is purely a case of walk … as far as your legs will take you! With regular marshals and support drivers you have the option to walk as far as you can up to the maximum of 50 miles inside 24 hours.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/c4c.shtml

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 2^ndApril

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'The Peak District Rocks!'

Saturday: This is a brilliant walk – and if you only ever do one walk, do this one.

Sunday: A leisurely walk out of Castleton up to Hollins Cross and along to Lose Hill with plenty nuggets of local folk lore.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#7

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 4^thJune

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'Across Kinder: It's Got Teeth' (New Route!)

Saturday: A challenging walk of 18 miles with over 1200m of ascent.

Sunday: Let’s take it easy – a few miles stroll out of Surprise View car park taking in Mother Cap and Padley Gorge should be about all we’re good for!

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#8

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 6^th August

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'War of the Roses - Dark Peak'

Saturday: A challenging walk with the satisfaction of ending up in the Cheshire Cheese Inn!

Sunday: Keeping it wild we'll head up to Dovestone Tor above Strines Moor and Derwent Reservoir.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#9

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 29^th October

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'Tops and Tails of the White and Dark Peak'

Saturday: A 12 mile walk talking in Baslow, Grindleford and other Peak District delights.

Sunday: A short walk around the Burbage Valley.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#10

Tel: 07791860163

Saturday 3^rd December

Free guided walk with Will4Adventure in the Peak District

'Western Edges'

Saturday: 12 mile circular walk along the Western Edge of the Peak District Sunday.

Sunday: A short walk around the Burbage Valley.

For further info please visit:

http://www.will4adventure.com/free_walking_weekends.shtml#11

Tel: 07791860163

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