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Coming Events 12 – 15 GUIDED TOURS OF CROMFORD MILLS Cromford Mills. 11am12noon, 1pm-2pm (except Friday), 3pm-4pm (except Friday). Free/donation. Limited places, advance booking recommended. Step back in time with a tour of the main mill complex and exhibition to when Sir Richard Arkwright pioneered the world’s first successful water powered cotton spinning mill. For further details and bookings phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk FRIDAY 13 BAMFORD & DISTRICT HISTORY GROUP 8pm at Bamford Institute. Railways in the Peak District by Phil Lockwood and Enid Vincent. 13 FREE PUBLIC TALK ON MEDITATION Learn how to establish and strengthen a meditation practice and how to integrate it in normal daily life to reduce stress and increase wellbeing. Everyone is welcome. No need to book. 10.30-12noon. Venue: Heart Jewel Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Holme Road, Matlock Bath DE4 3NU. Further info please contact the Centre on 01629 581585 or email epc.heartjewelcentre@gmail.com www.heartjewel.org.uk 13 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE WALK Meet at Reception, Cromford Mills. 10am-1pm. Free/donation. Limited places, advance booking recommended. Chas Arnold will be leading this 7.5 mile guided walk from Cromford Mills, along the Cromford Canal to Lea Bridge and Lea, visiting some of the sites associated with Florence Nightingale and her family. There is a one mile uphill climb and it is strongly recommended to wear stout footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather. Further details and bookings phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 13 GUIDED TOUR OF CROMFORD MILLS & VILLAGE Meet at Reception, Cromford Mills. Free/donation. Limited places, advance booking recommended. Step back in time with a tour of the main mill complex and exhibition to when Sir Richard Arkwright pioneered the world’s first successful water powered cotton spinning mill. Then discover the history of Cromford Village, the factory community built by Sir Richard Arkwright Junior. This tour incorporates the Lock Up and the mill watercourses. Further details and bookings phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 13 MATLOCK ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES SOCIETY Imperial Rooms, Imperial Road, Matlock. 7.30pm. Denby Pottery - Helen Monk. SATURDAY 14 A SPECIAL TOUR OF CROMFORD’S MEDIAEVAL BRIDGE CHAPEL AND ST MARY’S CHURCH Meet at Reception, Cromford Mills. 2-3pm, 3.304.30pm. Free entry/donation. Limited places, advance booking recommended. An informative and fascinating tour led by the Bishop of Repton, the Rt. Rev. Humphrey Southern, and Arkwright Society Head Tour Guide, Peter South. A visit to the Bridge Chapel will be followed by a guided tour of St Mary’s Church where Sir Richard Arkwright is buried, with its famous frescoes by Alfred Octavius Hemmings. Further details and bookings phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 14 ATTIC SALEYoulgrave village hall. 10am-12noon. To book a table please ring Judith on 01629 636492. £6 per table. Also tombola and cake stall. Tea and coffee and biscuits included in 50p entry, for Village Hall Funds. 14 DERBYSHIRE CHURCH OPEN DAY St Oswald, Ashbourne - 9am-5pm; All Saints, Bakewell - 9am-5pm; St James, Bonsall - Open all day; St James Brassington - Open all day; St Mary the Virgin, Buxton - 10am-4pm; St Margaret, Carsington - Open all day; St Mary, Cromford - 10am-4pm; Holy and Undivided Trinity, Edale - Opening during day-light hours; All Saints, Elton - Open all day; Christ Church, Litton - 8am-6pm; Holy Trinity, Matlock Bath - 10am-4pm; Holy Trinity, Matlock Bath - 10am4pm; St Anne, Millers Dale, 10am-4pm; Holy Trinity, Stanton in Peak 9am-5pm; Holy Trinity, Tansley - 10am-4pm; St John the Baptist, Tideswell - 9am-6pm; St Mary, Wirksworth - Open all day; All Saints, Youlgreave - 9am-5pm. 14 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10am. 7 miles. Moderate. Hartington MP. Sheen and Pilsbury. 07740 459015. 14 DETHICK, LEA AND HOLLOWAY HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 45TH FLOWER AND VEGETABLE AND PRODUCE SHOW See Special Events for further details. 14 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - WARSLOW MOORS AND THE NOON DAY SUN 7 mile walk into one of the least visited areas of the National Park, visiting the Warslow Moors and taking in Noon Sun Farm, on routes infrequently used. Steep ascents on moorland paths, strenuous walking. Meet at Rock Inn public house, Upper Hulme, Nr Leek. From A53 Leek to Buxton road follow signs for public house (GR: SK013 609) (PC: ST13 8TY) Start 10.30am, finish 4pm. Booking not required. 14 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - LATHKILL DALE’S INDUSTRIAL PAST 9 mile walk to discover Lathkill Dale’s exciting industrial past; with corn mills, lead mines and quarrying. Steep ascent and descent. Meet Moor Lane car park, on a minor road off the Bakewell to Newhaven road, 1.5 miles west of Youlgreave (GR: SK193 644) Start 11am, finish 4.30pm. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am-4.30pm. 14 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - THROUGH LIMESTONE HILLS 4 mile circular walk exploring the limestone country of Miller’s Dale and Chee Dale, along the River Wye, with good photo opportunities. On footpaths and tracks, stepping stones along river. Meet Miller’s Dale Old Station car park. Take the minor road signposted to Wormhill off the B6049 at Miller’s Dale, go under the bridge and the car park is on the left. (GR: SK138 732) (PC: SK17 8SN). Start 11am, finish 3 pm. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am - 4.30pm. 14 MEDITATION CLASS This class explores "What is Modern Buddhism?" It includes a short talk and guided meditation. Suitable for beginners. Cost £2. 10-11am. Venue: Heart Jewel Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Holme Road, Matlock Bath DE4 3NU. To book or for further info please call the Centre on 01629 581585 or email epc.heartjewelcentre@gmail.com www.heartjewel.org.uk 14 MATLOCK EDGEFOLD CLUB Sequence and ballroom dancing to Nick Stone. 8-11pm. 14 ST HELEN’S CHURCH DARLEY DALE 10am. Celebration service to launch Churches Together Booklet. St Mary’s, South Darley, St. John’s Winster, Dale Road Methodist Church, Hillside Methodist Church, Hackney Methodist Church. Please join us. 14 ST JAMES CHURCH BRASSINGTON Concert by Dale Diva and The Great British Barber Shop Boys. 7.30pm. Tickets £8 adults / £4 children age 12 and under available from Josie Rippon 01629 540512. 14 UPPERTOWN SOCIAL CENTRE Cullumbell Lane, Nr Ashover. The Arthur Doherty Band. Irish evening. 7 for 8pm. Contact Eddie Marriott for information and tickets on 01246 590502 or 07966 154798. Website www.uppertown.org 14 – 15 ARKWRIGHT SPINSTERS Cromford Mills. 11am-4pm. The Arkwright Spinsters will be demonstrating spinning and fibre crafting and sharing their skills. Bring your own spinning wheel and learn to spin. For further details phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 14 - 15 ARKWRIGHT THE DUCK TRAIL Cromford Mills. 10am-4pm. £1 entry fee. Discover the different places where Arkwright the Duck is hiding around Cromford Mills, solve the puzzle and win a small prize. Entry forms are available from Reception. For further details phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 14 & 15 CRAFT FAIR TISSINGTON VILLAGE HALL Near Ashbourne 11 am to 4 pm Free Admission Stall Enquiries :- Tel. 07854426735 E-mail. Denisebroadhurst@yahoo.co.uk 14 – 22 HARTINGTON WELL DRESSING See Special Events for further details. SUNDAY 15 BASLOW BOOK FAIR 10am-4pm. Free entry. Village hall, Baslow, Bakewell. New, used and collectible books. Car parking. Refreshments. Peter Allen 01298 77786. 15 CAR BOOT SALE in Hope. Gates open at 7.00 am, close at 1.30 pm. £5 per car, £10 per van. All proceeds go to Hope Valley College PTFA and Hope Valley Sports Association. Sorry, no dogs allowed on the field. 15 CAR BOOT SALE Lady Manners School, Bakewell, DE45 1JA. Gates open at 7am for car booters and are closed at 1pm. £6 per car. No commercial traders or food sales. Sorry no dogs allowed on School grounds. Excellent homemade cakes and refreshments available and all profits from these and entry fees will directly benefit the school. 15 MATLOCK EDGEFOLD CLUB Sequence and ballroom dancing to CDs. 810.30pm. 15 THE OLD CHAPEL (UNITARIAN) GREAT HUCKLOW Service 10.30am conducted by Liz Shaw. Visitors: Rochdale Unitarians ‘Harvest Festival’.
Peak Advertiser Office: (01629) 812159 15 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10 am. 10 miles. Moderate. Woodhouse Eves Charnwood Forest. 3 mins from M1 junction 23. Beacon Hill and Bradgate Park. 07745 888938. 15 BUXTON RAMBLING CLUB Start at Pavilions car park, Buxton (next to swimming pool). Walk 1: Dale and Trail – Short up to 8 miles. 10am. Walk 2: JFK woz ere – Medium 8-12 miles. 9.30am. Anyone welcome. Membership £5 single or £8 family per year. Contact 01298 72230 or 01298 23441. www.buxtonramblingclub.co.uk 15 DERBYSHIRE WOODCRAFTS Mill Yard, Cromford. 10am-4pm. Free entry. Demonstrations by traditional wood carvers including wood turning on a lathe, wood carving and pyrography. All products are available to purchase. For further details phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 15 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - THURLSTONE MOOR 11 miles. A walk around Thurlstone Moor from Langsett on moorland tracks, paths, open country and railway trail. Meet Langsett car park, on the A616 at Langsett village (GR: SE 211 005) (PC: S36 4GY) Start 10.30am, finish 4.30pm. Booking essential; call 01629 816211 between 10am-4.30pm. 15 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - CYCLES, COTTON & CHEESE! 12 mile leisurely cycle ride through the White Peak landscape. With stunning views of the Dove Valley and taking in parts of Dove Dale, the Tissington Trail and the national cycle network. Suitable for occasional or regular cyclists, who are comfortable riding on quiet roads (not beginners). Undulating terrain, short steep climbs. Meet Parsley Hay Cycle Hire Centre (GR: SK146 637) (PC: SK17 0DG) Start 11am, finish 4pm. Bring a drink, helmet (if you have one), suitable clothing and footwear. Book a few days in advance if hire bikes required. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am - 4.30pm. 15 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - FORGOTTEN TALES IN HIDDEN DALES 7 miles. Step back in time to trace an old story and explore hidden ways. Some rough and steep paths, several stiles. Meet Hawkhill Road car park, Eyam, opposite the museum (GR: SK216 767) Start 10.30am, finish 5pm. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am-4.30pm. 15 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - PENNINE WAY OLD AND NEW 10 Mile Scenic walk over the highest point in Old Cheshire, over high Moorland on Rough Terrain. Meet Crowden Car Park, 3 miles east of Tintwistle on the A628. (Gr: Sk073 993) (Pc: Sk13 1hz) Start 10.30am, finish 4.30pm. Booking not required. 15 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK - OVER THE TOPS CHINLEY TO EDALE 8 mile high-level, linear walk between Chinley and Edale railway stations, taking in Mount Famine, South Head and Brown Knoll. Two steep ascents/descents. Meet Chinley Railway Station (GR: SK038 827) (PC: S12 6AA) Start 10.30am, finish 4.30pm. Parking available at the meeting point. Bring money for return rail fare. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am - 4.30pm. 15 LIVING HISTORY DISPLAY AND MUSTER Mill Yard, Cromford Mill. 11am4pm. Free entry. See the Georgian Home Guard prepare to defend the mill against the French invaders led by Napoleon Bonaparte and featuring Captain Peter Arkwright’s company of volunteers. Hear the volunteers tell their stories, see them pursue their normal occupations and try your hand at pike drill. Further details phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 15 MATLOCK ADVANCED MOTORISTS AND MOTORCYCLISTS meeting at Highfields Upper School, off Chesterfield Road, Matlock at 10am. Free assessment drives for local motorists and riders. Please contact Bill Storey on 01629 812732 for full details. Or visit the IAM website at www.iam.org.uk or www.matlock-iam.webs.com 15 MEET THE ARTIST - BETTY NORTON Mill Yard, Cromford Mill. 10am-4pm. Free entry. Original paintings, prints and greetings cards. For further details phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 15 WALKERS please note Elton WI will be serving homemade refreshments (tea,coffee,sandwiches and cakes etc ) at Elton Village Hall between 11am and 4pm All welcome. 15 WANTED, AT CROMFORD, CHILDREN OF ALL AGES Cromford Mills. 2.304pm. Free/donation – Limited places, advance booking recommended. Children must be accompanied by an adult. What was it like to live and work in Richard Arkwright’s Cromford? The whole family can step back in time, learning about the jobs in the mills and discovering the way of life of both children and adults. Further details and bookings phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk 15 WILLERSLEY’S GARDENS AND MATLOCK BATH Meet at Reception, Cromford Mills. 10.30am-1pm. Free/donation – Limited places, advance booking recommended. Mark Slack leads this guided walk from Cromford Mills, through the grounds and gardens of Willersley Castle, along the cliff top above Matlock Bath before returning along the riverside to Willersley and Cromford. The walk will be accompanied by historical details and points of interest along the way as well as viewing points that offer great photo opportunities. Paths may be muddy and there are some steep climbs. It is strongly recommended that you wear stout footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather. Further details and bookings phone 01629 825995 or visit: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk MONDAY 16 BAKEWELL METHODIST CHURCH COFFEE MORNING Matlock Street, Bakewell. 10am-12noon. The Charity stall is in aid of Bakewell Methodist Church (Harvest Appeal). 16 BAKEWELL PARISH CHURCH “Raise The Roof Country Fair” in aid of roof appeal fund. 10.30 – 2.00pm. There will be stalls including vintage dolls and china, spring bulbs, as well as a super assortment of cakes etc. Coffee and light lunches will be served. Please come along and sample the wares. Free entrance. 16 BAKEWELL PHOTO CLUB A talk by Wayne Brittle. Tonight’s subject is ‘Another Time, Another Place’. Friends and prospective new members are welcome. Friends Meeting House, Chapel Row, Bakewell. 7.30pm. 16 MATLOCK RAILWAY CLUB The Duke William, 91, Church Street, Matlock. 8pm. A journey on the Somerset and Dorset Railway presented by Mr Mick Hayes. Non members welcome. 16 THE MATLOCK AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES 50+ OPEN FORUM is about public safety and includes an address by the Deputy Police Commissioner, Hardyal Dhindsa. Everyone over the age of 50 is most welcome at the Imperial Rooms, Matlock from 2-4pm. More details available from 01629 584063. TUESDAY 17 BASLOW FLOWER CIRCLE “What’s in a Title?”. A demonstration by Judi Cripps. 2pm. Baslow Village Hall. 17 BRADWELL HISTORIC SOCIETY Elizabethan Life - A Visitor from the 16th Century by Maureen Taylor, at 8 pm in the Methodist Hall. 17 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 11am. 4 miles. Extra leisurely. Gradbach CP. Towards Three Shires Head. 01246 232151/01246 279176. 17 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10.30am. 6 miles. Leisurely. Ashford in the Water CP, Churchdale, Crackendale. 01629 640373. 17 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10.30am. 6 miles. Moderate. Ilam Cross, Thorpe/ 01782 502185. 17 DERBYSHIRE FEDERATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH Tuesday Strollers. 10.15am. Local walk with a friendly group. All abilities welcome. Meet at Stancliffe House, Molyneux Business Park, Whitworth Road, Darley Dale. For more information, contact 01629 733915. 17 GRINDLEFORD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 7.30p.m. Bishop Pavilion (beside bridge) Guest Speaker Jim Russell on “Seabird, Seascapes and Coastal Paths”. All welcome. 17 MATLOCK DERBYSHIRE DALES WALKING FOR HEALTH 10.00am Moderate walk 60 – 90 minutes. Meet at Matlock Meadows Ice Cream Parlour follow signs from Sainsbury’s. 17 ‘TOTS & TEDS’ 1.30-2.45pm at All Saints Bakewell Parish Church. For preschool Toddlers, Babies and their Carers. Our theme is ‘Harvest-fruit and veg.’ Fun and games! Cool crafts and free play! Singing and music! Storytime and Refreshments! We meet in the Newark with plenty of room! Newcomers and familiar friend are all welcome. For more information please contact: Kath 812457, or Julia 815123. WEDNESDAY 18 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10.30am. 6 miles. Leisurely. Biggin roadside, Beresford Dale. No dogs. 01773 770023. 18 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10am. 11 miles. Moderate. Ashford in the Water CP, Over Wheal, High Dale, Monsal Trail. 01629 823149. 18 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10am. 11 miles. Moderate. Gradbach CP, Birchenough Hill, Shutlingsloe, access land. 01629 733312. 18 MATLOCK DERBYSHIRE DALES WALKING FOR HEALTH 10.00am Easy walk 60 - 90 minutes. Meet at Riber Village, past Riber Hall.
18 THE BAKEWELL GREEN FESTIVAL 2014 Celebrating sustainable living in the Peak District. Come to an open meeting if you would like to be involved. At the Friends Meeting House, Chapel Row, Bakewell. Visit the web site www.bakegreenfestival.org for more information or phone Jeni Edwards at the event office on 01629 636550. 18 THE FARMING LIFE CENTRE WALKS Taddington 1.00pm – 2.00pm. Our walks are short, gentle, entry level walks. Meet at the Farming Life Centre, Blackwell Farm, Nr Buxton. To book a place, or for more information please contact 01298 85162. 18 TIDESWELL 10.00am Easy 60 – 90 minute walk. Meet at Fountain Square, adjacent to the public toilets. 18 THE GRAND PAVILION MATLOCK BATH 7.30pm Tony Holmes, who has a vast collection of Matlock Bath postcards, has put together a new and fascinating talk called Matlock Bath New and Old with over 150 photographs. He will compare present and past views, though this has proved difficult in some cases because of the burgeoning tree population. THURSDAY 19 ASD SUPPORT GROUP (Autism Spectrum Disorder). 9.30am to 11.00am. A monthly group for parents/carers of children who are on the Autistic spectrum. No need to book. This group is run by parents for parents. Children are very welcome. 19 BAKEWELL AND DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY 7.30pm. Town Hall, Bakewell. 19 BAKEWELL DERBYSHIRE DALES WALKING FOR HEALTH 10.00am. Moderate walk 90 – 120 minutes. Meet at Great Longstone, park in the village main street. 19 BASLOW DERBYSHIRE DALES WALKING FOR HEALTH 10.00am. Easy 45 – 90 minute walks around Baslow and the Chatsworth Estate. Meet at Nether End bus stop by the village green, public toilets and car park. 19 CASTLETON HISTORICAL SOCIETY Walker Room, Castleton Methodist Church, Buxton Road, Castleton, near the Visitor Centre at 7.30pm. Helen Ullathorne:Redmires WW1 Training Trenches. Visitors are most welcome at all meetings. A small charge of £3 includes light refreshments. 19 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10am. 8 miles. Moderate. Narlows Lane CP, nr Thorpe. Local walk. 01335 346673. 19 WIRKSWORTH THURSDAY GROUP The Community Room, Methodist Chapel, Wood Street, Wirksworth. 10am-12noon. Reminiscences of an Army Bandsman - Alan Hopkin. FRIDAY 20 BASLOW SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB Baslow Village Hall, 2pm. Harvest festival. Bring and buy. 20 BILLY EDEN PLAYING LIVE AT THE WHEATSHEAF BASLOW AT 9PM. 50/60s, Rock ‘n’ Roll. Everyone welcome. Free entry. Please ring 01246 583340 for more information. 20 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 7.30pm. Imperial Rooms, Matlock. Certain Death in the Ice - Tracey Worth. Non members welcome. 01629 650092. 20 WHIST DRIVE Chelmorton War Memorial Institute. 7.30pm. SATURDAY 21 CALVER CHILDRENS CINEMA showing WRECK IT RALPH at Calver Village Hall. Doors open 1.30pm, film starts at 2.30pm. Tickets £3 each for adults and children, under 3s free. To reserve tickets phone 01433 631298 or pay on the door. Disabled facilities, Free parking. Teas, coffees, cakes will be on sale by 1st Curbar Guides. There will also a goodies stall for the children. All profits go to local schools & children's charities. 21 CRESSBROOK BAND ARE HOLDING A SPECIAL ‘PROMS THEMED’ CONCERT to celebrate local music in the community ‘Your’ local Cooperative are supporting a number of community concerts this summer- the bonus being that if you hold a Co-op members card holder you can get into the concert for free! Please bring your members card with you to prove membership (if you are not a member you can still attend by buying a ticket £5 which is payable on the door). Note seats are first come first served! At Cressbrook Church. 7.30-9pm. For more info. contact Paul Radcliffe on 01298 872409 or info@cressbrookband.org.uk 21 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10am. 6 miles. Moderate. Litton village roadside by Red Lion. Local walk. 01773 550500. 21 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK Navigation for Improvers (Grade D). 7 Miles. An opportunity to practise map and compass skills, to take your navigation to a higher level! Moorland terrain. Meet at the Moorland Visitor Centre, Edale (GR: SK124 856) (PC: S30 7ZA) Start 10.45am, finish 4.30pm. Bring map and compass. No parking on site, please use the car park at the entrance to the village. Booking essential; call 01629 816211 between 10am-4.30pm. 21 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK Elephant in the Park! A Ganesha Story Telling Walk. 5 miles exploring Hindu stories from the mists of time, about the elephant-God Ganesha, to mark the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. Chosen for their ‘green themes’, these stories use the features of the National Park and its landscape to bring them alive. On paths and tracks with some ascents. Meet Grindleford Railway Station (GR: SK250 788) (PC: S32 2JA). Start 10am, finish 3pm. Park on station approach road. Please bring £1.70 for return rail fare. Booking not required. 21 HARDY PLANT SOCIETY Shirland Village Hall. 2pm. Tales of a Modernday Plant Hunter. A talk about his recent experiences in South America by Tom Hart-Dyke. 21 LIGHTNESS OF BEING MEDITATION COURSE at Heart Jewel Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Holme Road, Matlock Bath DE4 3NU. Cost £20 which includes vegetarian lunch and all refreshments. To book or for further info please call 01629 581585 or email epc.heartjewelcentre@gmail.com. www.heartjewel.org.uk 21 THE GRAND PAVILION MATLOCK BATH 2.15pm Public Pavilion Talk and Tour of the Building. Admission Free. 21 & 22 DARLEY DALE TRANSPORT AND COUNTRY SHOW See advert on page 45. 21 & 22 CRAFT FAIR TISSINGTON VILLAGE HALL Near Ashbourne 11 am to 4 pm Free Admission Stall Enquiries :- Tel. 07854426735 E-mail. Denisebroadhurst@yahoo.co.uk SUNDAY 22 ASHBOURNE ANIMAL WELFARE WALKIES! Sponsored Walk at Ilam Hall, Ilam, Nr. Ashbourne. 10.30am-4pm. Choice of pleasant country walks to suit all abilities. Walk with or without your dog. If you can’t join in on the day - how about sponsoring one of our volunteers? Chloe, Ruby, Sachi, Pip and Lottie all ex rescue dogs are willing to walk for you! For sponsorship forms ring 01335 300494 or download from website http://www.ashbourneanimalwelfare.org/ 22 BUXTON RAMBLING CLUB Start at Pavilions car park, Buxton (next to swimming pool). Walk 1: Tegg’s Nose – Short up to 8 miles. 10am. Walk 2: Green Fairfield – Medium 8-12 miles. 9.30am. Walk 3: Hathersage - Long over 12 miles. 9.30am. Anyone welcome. Membership £5 single or £8 family per year. Contact 01298 72230 or 01298 23441. www.buxtonramblingclub.co.uk 22 CAR BOOT SALE in Hope. Gates open at 7.00 am, close at 1.30 pm. £5 per car, £10 per van. All proceeds go to Hope Valley College PTFA and Hope Valley Sports Association. Sorry, no dogs allowed on the field. 22 DERBYSHIRE DALES GROUP OF THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION 10am. 11 miles. Moderate. Ilam roadside, Grindon, Wetton and Castern Hall. 07749 894532. 22 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK Destination on the Day; a Mystery Walk! 8 mile circular walk exploring the Eastern Park with a steady climb up to White Edge, returning along Curbar and Froggatt Edges. Possible sighting of the resident herd of deer. Meet Grindleford Station Café (GR: SK257 788) (PC: S32 2JA) Start 10:45am, finish 4pm. Park on station approach road. Booking not required. 22 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK Win Hill by Roman Roads and Ancient Packhorse Routes. 8 miles. A steep climb to the highest peak and best viewpoint for miles, followed by a steady descent on historic routes. Meet at Heatherdene car park on the A6013 between Bamford and the A57 (GR: SK202 859) (PC: S33 0AZ) Start 10.15am, finish 4pm. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am - 4.30pm. 22 FREE RANGER GUIDED WALK Grough Stuff. 12 mile walk to look at the natural drainage system known as groughs on Kinder Scout. Strenuous walk with steep ascents. Meet Bowden Bridge car park. From Church Street in Hayfield, turn onto Kinder Road at the chemist, follow the road for 1 mile, Bowden Bridge car park is on the left (GR: SK048 869) (PC: SK22 2LE) Start 10.30am, finish 5pm. Booking essential; call 01629 816 211 between 10am - 4.30pm. 22 HALCYON RAMBLING CLUB 9.45am. 10 miles (grade 2). SK 301571. Cromford Meadows. Midshires Way, Alderwasley, Whatstandwell, Cromford. 01246 7411237. www.halcyonrambling.co.uk