John Varley II Bank Holiday Canal Cruises

Our cruise sets out from the Tapton Lock Visitor Centre where there is an Information Centre and toilets. After winding (turning round), we descend Tapton Lock, following the Rother Valley, past Brimington Wharf where we wind again just before Wheeldon Mill Lock and then return to Tapton Lock.

Subject to conditions and the skipper's permission, you may be able to help with the locks or have a go at steering the boat. All trips are crewed by quali ed volunteers of the Chester eld Canal Trust, and the pro ts from all trips go towards the restoration of the last few miles of the Chester eld Canal.

1st and 8th of May

Tapton Lock Visitor Centre, Lockoford Lane, Tapton, Chester eld, S41 7JB t: 01629 533020

Visit: www.visitchester eld.info for further details

Join us in St James' Square for a day of family fun and celebrations to mark the King's Coronation as a day in history!

Come along with friends and family and pull up a deckchair on the green which will be laid out amongst some family favourite giant games!

For those wanting to watch the ceremony, we will be showing the Coronation Service live on our big screen which is due to begin at 11am.

Throughout the day, there'll be many more activities to marvel at such as stilt walkers, face painters and royal themed entertainers, bringing a sense of joy to Steeplegate and Vicar Lane.

No booking is required and all the entertainment is FREE.

The King of Reggae - The Man - The Music

‘Let’s Get Together And Feel Alright’ as Rush Theatre Company, the company that brought you the critically acclaimed RUSH – A Joyous Jamaican Journey, bring you their brand new production The King of Reggae.

Get ready to enjoy songs like One Love, No Woman No Cry and Is This

Love all played live on stage by the incredible King of Reggae Band, as we tell the story of the man who brought Reggae music to the world. From a Government yard in Trenchtown to Rastafari Icon, this brand new narrated musical charts the life and times of the King of Reggae, touching every aspect of the Jamaican superstar’s musical, spiritual and political life and the impact his music was to have worldwide. Featuring over 20 of his iconic hits, hear the story of the man and enjoy the music.

Ages 12+

Friday 16 June 19:30

The Winding Wheel Theatre, Holywell Street, Chesterfield