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STANDING IN THIS PLACE EXHIBITION AT MASSON MILLS TEXTILE MUSEUM
Standing in This Place is an ambitious new sculpture which gives representation to the underrepresented, give voice and recognition to the contributions of thousands of unnamed women who were the driving forces behind the East Midlands cotton textile industry during Industrialisation. A life-size bronze statue representing a white mill worker/lace maker, and a black enslaved […]
NIGHTLIGHT LULLABIES EXHIBITION (Including BSL)
Sit on a glowing crescent moon, lie beneath a giant rotating mobile, listen to lullabies and watch a bedtime story told in British Sign Language. Nightlight Lullabies explores the universal experience of parenting and how we soothe our babies to sleep. This installation has been inspired by workshops with parents and families, including collaborations with […]
NIGHTLIGHT LULLABIES EXHIBITION (Including BSL)
Sit on a glowing crescent moon, lie beneath a giant rotating mobile, listen to lullabies and watch a bedtime story told in British Sign Language. Nightlight Lullabies explores the universal experience of parenting and how we soothe our babies to sleep. This installation has been inspired by workshops with parents and families, including collaborations with […]
GEORGIAN BELPER TOUR
Join historian, Danielle Burton, at the Belper River Gardens car park for an exciting tour filled with history and fun. Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture as we explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Your knowledgeable guide will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights along the […]
Cromford Apple Day
Come along and press your over-large crops of apples, pears and soft fruit by the bushel (boxes- and bags-full) to juice that can be frozen in plastic containers, to bring out over the winter, or fermented into cider. While you are busy chopping, mashing, pressing and bottling (children love taking part but please help keep […]
Women Who Make – A Festival of Creativity at Masson Mills
Join us for a one-day celebration of women’s creativity, making and heritage in the heart of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. This free, family-friendly festival brings together artists, makers, community groups and performers to explore the rich legacy and vibrant future of women who make in Derbyshire and beyond. Artist talks Workshops & […]
GEORGIAN DERBY TOUR
Join historian, Danielle Burton, at the Bonnie Prince Charlie Statue outside The Museum of Making for an exciting tour filled with history and fun. Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture as we explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Our knowledgeable guide will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (IN STEAM)
Experience the power of this great steam engine. The heat of the boilers, the smell of the grease and power of the wave as tons of water are pumped from the River Derwent into the Cromford Canal. It is open today and in steam thanks to Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer group. Venue: Leawood […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it pulled wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top, Middleton-By-Wirksworth, DE4 4LS (from the A6 at Cromford, climb the B5036 and follow the signs) Time: 11-4pm Cost: £6.00, concessions £3.50, car […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (IN STEAM)
Experience the power of this great steam engine. The heat of the boilers, the smell of the grease and power of the wave as tons of water are pumped from the River Derwent into the Cromford Canal. It is open today and in steam thanks to Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer group. Venue: Leawood […]
Railway Family Fun Day, Belper
Railway family Fun Day Belper and the Railways – Heritage Exhibition. Information and videos on historic railways, attractions along the line, Ecclesbourne Valley and Peak Rail preserved lines. Have your say! What do you think of your local railway station and services? What improvements are needed? Meet Derwent Valley Line Community Rail Officer David Clasby […]
BELPER PUBS PAST AND PRESENT HERTIAGE WALK
Step back in time to the Inns and Taverns of the Town to discover their historic past and entertaining stories. This easy one mile walk, an hour and a half approximately, includes stopping inside a couple of the pubs for an opportunity to purchase refreshments. With Belper North Mill Trust. Venue: Meet at the Talbot pub, […]
GEORGIAN BELPER TOUR
Join historian, Danielle Burton, at the Belper River Gardens car park for an exciting tour filled with history and fun. Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture as we explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Your knowledgeable guide will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights along the […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it pulled wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top, Middleton-By-Wirksworth, DE4 4LS (from the A6 at Cromford, climb the B5036 and follow the signs) Time: 11-4pm Cost: £6.00, concessions £3.50, car […]
BLACKSMITH FORGE DAY AT HIGH PEAK JUNCTION WORKSHOP
Have-a-go at being a blacksmith in the oldest railway workshop in the world! Learn basic blacksmithing techniques and make a poker or a toasting fork for you to take home. Venue: High Peak Junction Visitor Centre, DE4 5AA (signposted from the A6 at Cromford) Time: 11am – 4pm Cost: £20 per item Booking: Essential via […]
GEORGIAN DERBY TOUR
Join historian, Danielle Burton, at the Bonnie Prince Charlie Statue outside The Museum of Making for an exciting tour filled with history and fun. Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture as we explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Our knowledgeable guide will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights […]
CROMFORD MILLS MAKER’S MARKET
A marvellous Maker’s market showcasing artisans, local producers and craftspeople with a focus on handmade products of quality. This regular market runs 10am-4pm each third Sunday of the month in Arkwright’s historic mill yard, (Feb-Nov), Cromford Mills. Venue: Cromford Mills Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: Free to enter More information: Cromford Mills event pages Interested in a stall? Please […]
LEARN TO SPIN AND WEAVE, PICKFORD’S HOUSE DERBY
Learn to spin and weave to make wool into yarn with artist Ismo Latham. FREE Drop In Session, suitable for families, all children must be supervised and accompanied by an adult. Suggested donation £3. Venue: Pickford’s House Museum, Derby Time: Drop in 10.30am – 12.30pm or 1.30 – 3.30pm Cost: FREE, suggested donation £3 More […]
HIGHLIGHTING HERITAGE TALK – THE COMING 300th ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF JEDIDIAH STRUTT
Adrian Farmer will talk to us about the coming 300th Anniversary of the birth of Jedediah Strutt (1726 -1797). Strutt was a central figure in the textile mill developments in Derbyshire. Adrian will tell us and why this so important for the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, as it approaches its own Silver Jubilee. He […]
ASSEMBLE at DERBY SILK MILL, MUSUM OF MAKING
Tickets for Assemble 2025 are now on sale! Assemble is the Derby Museums yearly family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, celebrating making in all its shapes and forms. This year’s event will bring together over 60 artists and makers from varied disciplines to share their passion and skills with you. There are new makers and […]
TEXTILE TRAIL WITH DERBY MUSEUMS
Explore the heritage of Textiles and Fashion in Derby and Derbyshire, with the Derby Museums trail. Their woolly hats will guide you to the collections and stories across all three museums in Derby (can be started at any site) where you can collect the letters to work out the mystery word! Venue: All three Derby […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it pulled wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top, Middleton-By-Wirksworth, DE4 4LS (from the A6 at Cromford, climb the B5036 and follow the signs) Time: 11-4pm Cost: £6.00, concessions £3.50, car […]
A CALM START AT THE MUSEUM – A SEND FRIENDLY SESSION, DERBY MUSEUM OF MAKING
During October Half-Term Derby Museum of Making are running another designated ‘quiet’ start to the day, created for children and young people who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This includes neurodivergent individuals (with or without a diagnosis) and those who may benefit from a lower-stimulation environment, and their families. This inclusive, sensory-considerate session […]
LEARN TO CROCHET, PICKFORD’S HOUSE, DERBY
Learn to Crochet at Pickford’s House. Suitable for families, all children must be supervised and accompanied by an adult. Suggested donation £3. Venue: Pickford’s House Museum, Derby Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm and 1.30 – 3.30pm Cost: FREE, suggested donation £3 More information: Visit Derby Museums learn to crochet
BLACKSMITH FORGE DAY AT HIGH PEAK JUNCTION WORKSHOP
Have-a-go at being a blacksmith in the oldest railway workshop in the world! Learn basic blacksmithing techniques and make a poker or a toasting fork for you to take home. Venue: High Peak Junction Visitor Centre, DE4 5AA (signposted from the A6 at Cromford) Time: 11am – 4pm Cost: £20 per item Booking: Essential via […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (STATIC)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is open to view today thanks to Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer group. Venue: Leawood Pumphouse, Cromford Canal, Access via High Peak Junction Car Park, Lea Bridge (south of Cromford), Derbyshire, DE4 5AA Time: 12 – 4.30pm […]
BSL STORYTELLING SESSION, DERBY MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY
Gather round and watch local storyteller Donna Mullings bring stories to life through British Sign Language, as part of the magical Nightlight Lullabies exhibition. Venue: Derby Museum and Art Gallery in the Nightlight Lullabies exhibition. Time: 10.30 – 11.30am (for ages 0-5) 1.30 – 2.30pm (for ages 6 – 10) Cost: FREE Booking: Not required […]
GEORGIAN BELPER TOUR
Join historian, Danielle Burton, at the Belper River Gardens car park for an exciting tour filled with history and fun. Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture as we explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Your knowledgeable guide will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights along the […]
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL EVENT – MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE
Head to Middleton Top Engine House for a spooky evening! Venue: Middleton Top Engine House, Middleton Top Time: 5pm – 7pm Cost, Booking and More details at: Derbyshire Countryside Services Middleton Top
