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FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE EXHIBITION – A LIVING PORTRAIT
This new exhibition takes a closer look at Florence Nightingale’s complex character, getting behind the idealised image of the ‘Lady with the Lamp’. Over the decades, she has been given many labels: angel, hero, feminist, rebel. Each of these lenses is a mystification of Nightingale. She may have been all these things – or none. […]
CROMFORD MILLS ANTIQUES AND VINTAGE FAIR
Cromford Mills Antiques Fair is the ideal chance to browse quality antiques, relics and vintage collectables. Venue: Cromford Mills, Mill Lane Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm Cost: Free to enter For more details visit Cromford Mills events page
WATERPOWER: DRIVING INDUSTRY IN THE DERWENT VALLEY
Ian Jackson will tell us about the importance of waterpower to the Derwent Valley and lessons we can learn from its historic use in the World Heritage Site. Venue: Number 28 Market Place, Belper Time: Doors at 7.00pm start time 7.30pm Cost: Tickets £5.00, Booking fee. £0.50 Total: £5.50 Booking: At We got tickets with […]
BEHIND THE SCENES FUNDRAISER – CROMFORD MILLS
Join us at our first Behind the Scenes fundraising evening at Cromford Mills. Discover hidden corners of our unique 18th-century mill and let the music of Sinfonia Viva fill the air as you soak in the rich, atmospheric surroundings. Savour a memorable night of delicious food, great company, and captivating entertainment. Then play your part as renowned […]
STEAM TOTS (2-5 YEARS) – MUSEUM OF MAKING
This loose parts play session offers a sensory and playful exploration of objects and materials, stimulating children’s curiosity, imagination and experimentation. Venue: Derby Silk Mill, Museum of Making Time: 10.00 – 11.30 Cost: Free – give what you think Booking: Drop in session suitable for children 2-5 years old with their carers. More information: Click […]
BELPER IN WARTIME HERITAGE WALK
It’s 106 years after the Armistice that ended the large scale fighting in the Great War. The world wars resulted in huge mobilisations of people and material that affected everywhere and everyone in this country and beyond. It caused rapid and often destructive social, economic and political change. Belper was no exception and in a […]
CROMFORD AND HIGH PEAK RAILWAY TALK
A talk from Friends of the Cromford Canal by Keith Bailey. Venue: Cromford Mills Time: 7.00pm Cost: £5.00 Booking: Visit Friends of the Cromford Canal Events Page
CROMFORD MILLS ARTISAN MARKET
A marvellous Artisan Market showcasing local makers, artisans and producers. The market runs each third Sunday of the month in Arkwright’s historic mill yard. Venue: Cromford Mills Time: 10am to 4pm Cost: Free to enter Booking: Not required More information here
ARKWRIGHT SPINSTERS
Demonstrations take place on the third Sunday of each month and visitors are welcome to watch and learn from the knowledgeable members. If you prefer a hands-on experience, have a go at spinning with a drop spindle or, if you have your own wheel, take it along and spin with the group. Venue: Cromford Mills […]
HAUNTED HERITAGE – PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION
“What a fantastic place for a paranormal investigation!” We are surrounded by history and untold stories. Join Haunted Heritage at this incredible venue as we try to communicate with the ghostly residents. Venue: Cromford Mills Time: 9pm Cost: £45.00 Over 80s only. Booking: At Haunted Heritage Exclusive to Haunted Heritage. Cromford Mills are nestled in the beautiful Derbyshire […]
TALK: THE IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH FOR A WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Looking at how research has changed how we understand and appreciate the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, and how World Heritage Status has helped in the search for artefacts and documents: Venue: Derbyshire Record Office, New Street, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3FE Time: 10.30 – 11.15am Cost: Free Booking: To book email record.office@derbyshire.gov.uk or call 01629 […]
