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HIGH PEAK JUNCTION EXPLORE AND DISCOVERY ACTIVITIES. RUNAWAY TRAIN TRAIL AND MINI-BEAST SAFARI
Visit the High Peak Junction Visitor Centre on the Cromford Canal and pick up explore and discovery activities. Explore the runaway train trail or do a mini-beast safari. You can also collect an audio guide to explore the fascinating railway workshops, the railway incline and Cromford Canal area. Venue: High Peak Junction Railway Workshops, Cromford […]
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. […]
VIKINGS OF MIDDLE ENGLAND
Experience what life was like over 1,000 years ago with Viking camps, demonstrations, weapons display, battle skirmishes and family activities. Venue: Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford Time: 10am Saturday August 3rd to 4pm Sunday August 4th Fore more details visit: Cromford Mills
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (STATIC)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. The pumphouse is open today static. Venue: Leawood Pumphouse, Cromford Canal Time: 12pm – […]
PRIDE IN BELPER
Pride in Belper is proud to be back on Saturday August 3rd 2024. Starting on Belper’s Market Place at 12 noon. We are aiming for the event to be the most inclusive, diverse, sustainable and accessible yet. Real inclusivity celebrates the rich and wonderful diversity of everyone whatever your sexuality or gender identity. Saturday 3rd […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it got wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long-distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top Engine House, Middleton Top Countryside Centre Time: 12pm – 4pm Cost: Admission is £4.50, concessions are £3, Parking charges apply and the machines on this site […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (IN STEAM)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. Experience the power of this great steam engine. The heat of the boilers, the […]
LARKS IN THE PARK – MAKENEY MORRIS
Over the summer, Belper Town Council fund a series of free events in the Bandstand at the beautiful Belper River Gardens. Venue: Bandstand, Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: None required. More information: Visit Belper Town Council Larks in the Park
MAKING SPACES AT CROMFORD MILLS
Come and join us during the summer holidays in our ‘Making Spaces,’ covered areas in the yard at Cromford Mill. Help us make fantastic art pieces inspired by our new waterwheel. Working with three amazing and varied artists, we invite you to join us every Wednesday over the summer. We start at 10.30am through to […]
FORGE DAY AT HIGH PEAK JUNCTION RAILWAY WORKSHOP
Have-a-go at being a blacksmith on the historic forge and make a poker or toasting fork to take home and keep. Participants must be 11+ years old. Venue: High Peak Junction Railway Workshop, Cromford Canal Time: 11am – 4pm Cost: £15 per poker or toasting fork Booking: Essential by telephoning 01629 533298 You can also do the audio tour […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (STATIC)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. The pumphouse is open today static. Venue: Leawood Pumphouse, Cromford Canal Time: 12pm – 4.30pm Cost: Donations […]
BELPER FARMER’S MARKET
Head down to the Market Place in Belper to pick up some weekend treats from a wonderful variety of traders. Venue: Market Place, Belper Time: 8.30am to 1pm More information visit: Belper Farmers Market
CROMFORD MILLS COMIC CON
Greetings Earthlings, On Sunday, 11th of August 2024, fans of pop culture will be converging for the Cromford Mills Comic Con: An intergalactic display of models, props, puppets and costumes from classic Sci-Fi productions of Gerry Anderson, Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Blake’s 7, Star Trek, Stranger Things, Star Wars … and beyond! Special Guests! Vehicles! Collectibles! Venue: Cromford […]
SCHOOLS, STOCKINGS AND WORKHOUSE HERITAGE WALK
What was it like to live in Belper 150 years ago, whether employed, being educated or down on your luck? Come and find out on this linear walk. Venue: Start at North Mill car park (Belper), end at Babington on the A6 Time: 11am start (1 1/2 hours duration) Cost: Adult £7.50, Child (under 16) […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it got wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long-distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top Engine House, Middleton Top Countryside Centre Time: 12pm – 4pm Cost: Admission is £4.50, concessions are £3, Parking charges apply and the machines on this site […]
LARKS IN THE PARK – LATIN VOICES
Over the summer, Belper Town Council fund a series of free events in the Bandstand at the beautiful Belper River Gardens. Venue: Bandstand, Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: None required. More information: Visit Belper Town Council Larks in the Park
MAKING SPACES AT CROMFORD MILLS
Come and join us during the summer holidays in our ‘Making Spaces,’ covered areas in the yard at Cromford Mill. Help us make fantastic art pieces inspired by our new waterwheel. Working with three amazing and varied artists, we invite you to join us every Wednesday over the summer. We start at 10.30am through to […]
FORGE DAY AT HIGH PEAK JUNCTION RAILWAY WORKSHOP
Have-a-go at being a blacksmith on the historic forge and make a poker or toasting fork to take home and keep. Participants must be 11+ years old. Venue: High Peak Junction Railway Workshop, Cromford Canal Time: 11am – 4pm Cost: £15 per poker or toasting fork Booking: Essential by telephoning 01629 533298 You can also do the audio tour […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (STATIC)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. The pumphouse is open today static. Venue: Leawood Pumphouse, Cromford Canal Time: 12pm – 4.30pm Cost: Donations […]
MILL GAMES IN BELPER RIVER GARDENS
Join the Strutt’s North Mill team for fun and games in the River Gardens! Play splat the rat, the the Doffer’s Challenge, Hoop-la, hunt for mice and more! Venue: Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: Not needed just go along and join in. Find out more about Strutt’s North Mill, […]
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, Mill Lane, Cromford Time: 10am to 4pm Cost: Free to enter Booking: Not required. More information visit: Cromford Mills Events
ARKWRIGHT SPINSTERS
Demonstrations take place on the third Sunday of each month and visitors are welcome to watch and learn from our knowledgeable members. If you prefer a hands-on experience, come and have a go at spinning with a drop spindle or, if you have your own wheel, bring it along and spin with us. Venue: Gothic Warehouse, […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it got wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long-distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top Engine House, Middleton Top Countryside Centre Time: 12pm – 4pm Cost: Admission is £4.50, concessions are £3, Parking charges apply and the machines on this site […]
LARKS IN THE PARK – BRASSINGTON, MIDDLETON AND WIRKSWORTH BRASS BAND
Over the summer, Belper Town Council fund a series of free events in the Bandstand at the beautiful Belper River Gardens. Venue: Bandstand, Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: None required. More information: Visit Belper Town Council Larks in the Park
BELPER PUBS PAST AND PRESENT HERITAGE WALK
Step back in time to the Inns and Taverns of the Town to discover their historic past and entertaining stories. Venue: Meet at The Talbot Pub, Bridgefoot, Belper Time: 2pm Cost: Adults £7.50 Booking: Essential with Strutt’s North Mill, Belper This easy one mile walk includes stopping inside a couple of the pubs for an opportunity to purchase refreshments.
MAKING SPACES AT CROMFORD MILLS
Come and join us during the summer holidays in our ‘Making Spaces,’ covered areas in the yard at Cromford Mill. Help us make fantastic art pieces inspired by our new waterwheel. Working with three amazing and varied artists, we invite you to join us every Wednesday over the summer. We start at 10.30am through to […]
FORGE DAY AT HIGH PEAK JUNCTION RAILWAY WORKSHOPS
Have-a-go at being a blacksmith on the historic forge and make a poker or toasting fork to take home and keep. Participants must be 11+ years old. Venue: High Peak Junction Railway Workshop, Cromford Canal Time: 11am – 4pm Cost: £15 per poker or toasting fork Booking: Essential by telephoning 01629 533298 You can also do the audio tour […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (STATIC)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. The pumphouse is open today static. Venue: Leawood Pumphouse, Cromford Canal Time: 12pm – 4.30pm Cost: Donations […]
MILL GAMES IN BELPER RIVER GARDENS
Join the Strutt’s North Mill team for fun and games in the River Gardens! Play splat the rat, the the Doffer’s Challenge, Hoop-la, hunt for mice and more! Venue: Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: Not needed just go along and join in. Find out more about Strutt’s North Mill, Belper.
CROMFORD MILLS ADVENTURE WEEKEND
Get ready for adventure as Cromford Mills brings back their popular Activity weekend for all 3 days of the Bank holiday weekend! Activities for children of all ages including kayaking, bushcraft, climbing and more. This year sees the biggest ever line up of experts, sharing their knowledge and experience. It’s sure to be an action-packed weekend, […]
THE DARK SIDE OF MILFORD HERTIAGE WALK
This walk covers Milford’s west side (or the “dark side”, where the sun doesn’t shine over the Chevin in the winter months) looking at the development of the housing, community buildings and the railway. Find out about what it was like to have the Strutts as your landlord and why the community of Swainsley Court […]
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it got wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long-distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top Engine House, Middleton Top Countryside Centre Time: 12pm – 4pm Cost: Admission is £4.50, concessions are £3, Parking charges apply and the machines on this site […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (IN STEAM)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. Experience the power of this great steam engine. The heat of the boilers, the […]
CLOCKING ON – FUN FAMILY FRIENDLY TOUR
What were the children of Belper doing at Mr Strutt’s Mills 200 years ago? Join our experienced guides in a short family-friendly walking tour around the mill to discover some of Belper’s amazing story. Venue: Belper Mills, Bridgefoot, Belper Time: 2pm – Tour time approximately 1 hour Cost: Adult (16+ years) £6.50, Children aged 3-16 […]
LARKS IN THE PARK – JEANIE BARTON AND BELPER JAZZ COMPANY
Over the summer, Belper Town Council fund a series of free events in the Bandstand at the beautiful Belper River Gardens. Venue: Bandstand, Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: None required. More information: Visit Belper Town Council Larks in the Park
MIDDLETON TOP ENGINE HOUSE OPERATING DAY
See the world’s oldest beam engine of its type in action. Discover how it got wagons up and down steep hills on one of the world’s first long-distance railways. Venue: Middleton Top Engine House, Middleton Top Countryside Centre Time: 12pm – 4pm Cost: Admission is £4.50, concessions are £3, Parking charges apply and the machines on this site […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (IN STEAM)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. Experience the power of this great steam engine. The heat of the boilers, the […]
MAKING SPACES AT CROMFORD MILLS
Come and join us during the summer holidays in our ‘Making Spaces,’ covered areas in the yard at Cromford Mill. Help us make fantastic art pieces inspired by our new waterwheel. Working with three amazing and varied artists, we invite you to join us every Wednesday over the summer. We start at 10.30am through to […]
FORGE DAY AT HIGH PEAK JUNCTION RAILWAY WORKSHOPS
Have-a-go at being a blacksmith on the historic forge and make a poker or toasting fork to take home and keep. Participants must be 11+ years old. Venue: High Peak Junction Railway Workshop, Cromford Canal Time: 11am – 4pm Cost: £15 per poker or toasting fork Booking: Essential by telephoning 01629 533298 You can also do the audio tour […]
LEAWOOD PUMPHOUSE OPEN (STATIC)
Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal. It is now well over 150 years old but remains in pristine working condition thanks to the dedication of the Middleton Top and Leawood Pump Volunteer Group. The pumphouse is open today static. Venue: Leawood Pumphouse, Cromford Canal Time: 12pm – 4.30pm Cost: Donations […]
MILL GAMES IN BELPER RIVER GARDENS
Join the Strutt’s North Mill team for fun and games in the River Gardens! Play splat the rat, the the Doffer’s Challenge, Hoop-la, hunt for mice and more! Venue: Belper River Gardens, Belper Time: 2pm – 4pm Cost: Free Booking: Not needed just go along and join in. Find out more about Strutt’s North Mill, Belper.
GEORGIAN DERBY TOUR
Georgian Derby Tour: Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture to explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Join Danielle Burton, your knowledgeable guide, who will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights along the way. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the charm of the Georgian era […]
GEORGIAN DERBY TOUR
Georgian Derby Tour: Immerse yourself in the elegance of Georgian architecture to explore the beautiful buildings of the past. Join Danielle Burton, your knowledgeable guide, who will take you on a journey through time, sharing fascinating stories and insights along the way. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the charm of the Georgian era […]
