Listing showing events from 26/03/2015 to
06/04/2015 and within 12 miles of
Ashbourne
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Mum and Me Spa Package at Alton Towers Resort Spa
Alton Towers Resort Spa, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB
1st Mar 2015 - 31st Mar 2015
Contact: Reservations Tel: 0871 702 7043 Email: [email protected] Web: https://www.altontowers.com/book-my-trip/spaoffers/#mum-and-me
£79 per couple, including two course lunch and one Rose Garden Ritual treatment. Offer valid 1st-31st March 2015.
Spoil mum on her special day with three hours in the Aqua Relaxation Rooms, including a Rose Garden Ritual treatment with a wild rose
salt scrub and rosehip scalp massage.
Wildlife Explorer Trail in Dovedale at Dovedale
Dovedale, Derbyshire, DE6 2AY
23rd Mar 2015 - 31st Mar 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: National Trust White Peak Office Tel: 01335 350 503 Email: [email protected] Web:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ilam-park-dovedale-and-the-white-peak/
£1 per person. No bookings requried.
Go wildlife spotting in Dovedale on a self led trail for families.
Heritage Centre at Ashbourne Heritage Centre
Ashbourne Heritage Centre , 13 Church Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AE
26th Mar 2015 11:00-16:00
27th Mar 2015 11:00-16:00
28th Mar 2015 11:00-16:00
2nd Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
3rd Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
4th Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: Heritage Centre Email: www.ashbourneheritagesociety.org.uk/contact/ Web: www.ashbourneheritagesociety.org.uk
Donations welcome
The Heritage Centre hosts a series of changing exhibitions and artefacts relating to Ashbourne and the surrounding area. The history of
this historic market town, businesses, people, buildings and customs of Ashbourne.
Embroidered Biscornu at Alstonefield
Alstonefield, Staffordshire Moorlands, DE6 2FX
26th Mar 2015 10:00-16:00
Contact: Cathy Reavy Tel: 01335 310125 Email: [email protected] Web: www.threadsworkshops.co.uk
£35.00 including all materials Please bring your own packed lunch Tea/coffee & home-made baking provided throughout the day at no
additional cost
Learn a wide range of embroidery stitches, then make your work into an 8-sided pin cushion, called a 'Biscornu'.
Free Friday Walks at Ilam Park
Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ
27th Mar 2015 11:00-13:00
Contact: National Trust White Peak Office Tel: 01335 350503 Email: [email protected] Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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 at 11:00am and choose from a 1hr or 2hr walk. Dogs are very welcome too.
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Wildlife Gardening Workshops at Carsington Water Visitor Centre
Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Carsington Water, Carsington, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST
27th Mar 2015 10:30-14:00
Contact: Derbyshire Wildlife Trust Tel: 01773 881188 Email: [email protected] Web:
http://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/events/2015/03/27/wildlife-gardening-workshop-working-living-willow?instance=0
£10 per session Suitable for adults and children 12 years and over Booking essential as numbers are limited
One of Derbyshire Wildlife Trust's Wildlife Gardening workshops. A chance to learn the skills to work with living willow. Design and plant
up a living willow structure in the Wildlife Discovery Room wildlife garden. Booking essential
Spring Explorer Trail at Ilam Park
Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ
28th Mar 2015 - 19th Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: National Trust White Peak Office Tel: 01335 350503 Email: [email protected] Web:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ilam-park-dovedale-and-the-white-peak/
No booking required. £1 per trail, available from the shop
Spot the signs of spring as you explore Ilam Park. A fun self led trail for families.
Super Saturday at Uttoxeter Racecourse
Uttoxeter Racecourse, Wood Lane, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8BD
28th Mar 2015 11:30-17:30
Contact: Ms Hayley Locker Tel: 01889 562561 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.uttoxeter-racecourse.co.uk
Prices range from £10 for a centre course ticket to £38 for the Classic Raceday Package. Hospitality packages also available.
Seven National Hunt races on the final Super Saturday Raceday of the season
Willow Crafts making Garden Supports at Matlock Bath
Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3NR
28th Mar 2015 10:30-14:30
Contact: DWT Tel: 01773 881188 Web: www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
Learn how to make beautiful plant supports for your garden. Adults and supervised children over 12 years £20 per person. Booking
essential
Handmade and Vintage Fair at Ashbourne Town Hall
Ashbourne Town Hall, Market Place, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ES
28th Mar 2015 11:00-16:00
4th Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: Michelle Tel: 07875703969 Email: [email protected]
Unique handmade crafts and art alongside an eclectic mix of everything vintage and pre-loved. Refreshments available too!
A Walk Along The Lumsdale Valley at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
29th Mar 2015 14:00
Contact: Information Tel: 01629 825995 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk/events
Adults £3.00 - Limited places, advance booking essential
A leisurely guided three-mile walk along this wooded gorge of outstanding natural beauty, exploring the stone ruins, ponds and waterfall
that make up this unique industrial valley site.
Living History Display and Muster at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
29th Mar 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: enquries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk
The Georgian Home Guard prepares to defend the Mill against the French invaders led by Napoleon Bonaparte. Hear Captain Peter
Arkwright’s company of volunteers tell their stories.
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Belper Antique, Vintage & Collecters Fair at Belper Leisure Centre
Belper Leisure Centre, John O'Gaunts Way, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0DA
29th Mar 2015 09:00-15:00
Contact: Enquiries Tel: 07973 481578 Email: [email protected] Web: www.blueskyantiquesfairs.com
Admission price Adults £2.00 Concessions £1.50 Accompanied under 16s free.
We are pleased to announce the new indoor Antique, Vintage & Collectors Fairs at Belper Leisure Centre, where we will have up to 50
stalls.
Wanted, At Cromford, Children Of All Ages at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
30th Mar 2015 14:30-16:00
Contact: Information Tel: 01629 536831 Web: www.derwentvalleymills.org/discovery-days
Costs £5.00 (accompanying adults free) Limited places - advance booking essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site Discovery Days. What was it like to live and work in Richard Arkwright's Cromford? Step
back in time and learn about the jobs in the mills and the way of life of both children and adults.
Easter Weekend at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB
3rd Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015
Contact: Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Tel: 01629 823076 Web: www.e-v-r.com
Enjoy a day out on the train and join in our Easter Egg hunt!Ever fancied trying your hand at circus tricks? Come along to the Family
Circus where there's juggling, spinning plates, wire walking and much much more!
Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman at The Fishpond
The Fishpond, 204 South Parade, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3NR
3rd Apr 2015
Contact: The Fishpond pub Web: www.wegottickets.com/event/295967
Cadbury Easter Trail at Ilam Park
Ilam Park, White Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ
3rd Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: National Trust White Peak Office Tel: 01335 350503 Email: [email protected] Web:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ilam-park-dovedale-and-the-white-peak/
£3 per child
Take part in our Cadbury Easter Trail at Ilam Park, explore the park and hunt for clues. Collect a delicious Cadbury chocolate egg at the
end of the trail.
Arkwright the Duck's Easter Trail at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
3rd Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015 10:00-16:00
Contact: enquiries Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk
£1 entry fee
Discover the different places where Arkwright the Duck is hiding, solve the puzzle and win a small prize. Entry forms are available from
Reception/Shop.
Georgian Curiosity Show at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
4th Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: enquires Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk
Over the Easter weekend The Georgian Group will be bringing history to life at Cromford Mills. Come along and discover original and
reproduction curiosities from the 18th century.
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Meet the Mill Manager at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
4th Apr 2015 - 5th Apr 2015 11:00-15:00
Contact: enquires Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk
Meet Richard Arkwright’s Mill Manager who will be out and about in the mill yard. Drop in any time and discover what it was like to live
and work in the mills.
Meet the Artist-Jill York at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
4th Apr 2015 - 5th Apr 2015 10:00-16:00
Contact: enquires Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk
Display of original paintings, prints and cards. The paintings feature colourful depictions of animals, people and dancers.
Easter Special at Churnet Valley Railway
Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA
4th Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015
Contact: Churnet Valley Railway Tel: 01538 758491 Web: http://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk/event/493/valentines-day-14th-feb
Family ticket £28.00 Adult ticket £10.00 Senior ticket £8.00 Child (4-14yrs) ticket £5.00 Under 4yrs FREE
Celebrate the Easter Holidays down at the Churnet Valley Railway where children can take part in the Easter egg hunt.
Easter Eggstravaganza at Kingsley Bird & Falconry Centre
Kingsley Bird & Falconry Centre, The Sanctuary, Sprinks Lane, Kingsley, Nr Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST10 2BX
4th Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015
Contact: Enquiries Tel: 01538 754784 Email: [email protected] Web: www.kingsleyfalconry.co.uk
Easter egg quiz trail, egg painting and competitions. Come along to meet the staff and our magnificent birds up close. Flying displays
and handling throughout the day. Themed refreshments available from our cafe.
Middleton Top Engine House Operating Days at Middleton Top Visitor Centre
Middleton Top Visitor Centre, Rise End, Middleton by Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4LS
5th Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015 13:00-16:30
Contact: Derbyshire County Council Tel: 01629 823204 Web: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countryside
Admission and parking charges apply.
Middleton Top Engine House is a Scheduled Ancient Monument containing a superb working beam engine, built by the Butterley
Company in 1829. Using the power of steam, the engine raised and lowered wagons on the Middleton Incline of the Crom
Arkwright Spinsters at Arkwright's Cromford Mills
Arkwright's Cromford Mills, Mill Road, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
5th Apr 2015 11:00-16:00
Contact: enquires Tel: 01629 825995 Web: http://www.cromfordmills.org.uk
The Arkwright Spinsters will be demonstrating spinning and other crafts. Anyone wishing to learn may do so by arrangement. Bring your
own spinning wheel and learn to spin.
Leawood Pumphouse Operating Days at Leawood Pump
Leawood Pump, Cromford Canal, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5HN
5th Apr 2015 - 6th Apr 2015 12:00-17:00
Contact: Derbyshire County Council Tel: 01629 823204 Web: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countryside
Free but donations are gratefully received. Parking charges apply.
Leawood Pump is situated on the Cromford Canal, a short walk from High Peak Junction. It was built in 1849 to pump water from the
River Derwent into the Cromford Canal. Leawood Pump is now over 150 years old but remains in pristine condi
Mapleton Bridge Jump NOW Easter Monday at Mapleton
Mapleton, Derbyshire, DE6 2AB
6th Apr 2015 11:00-13:30
Contact: Ashbourne Lions Web: http://www.ashbournedistrict.lions105e.org.uk/events.htm
NEW DATE Easter Monday April 6th Bridge Jump into the River Dove near the Okeover Arms. Competitors take a 2 man boat down the
river over 2 weirs, leap ashore, jump off the bridge and run to the finish - all for Charity!
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