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What’s On in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Autumn & Winter 2019/20

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Welcome... to the Autumn & Winter edition of What’s On in South Derbyshire and The National Forest Amid rolling English countryside dotted with picturesque villages you will find so much to enjoy; from historic houses and gardens, to meandering rivers and canals, to archery and snowboarding. All set in the heart of The National Forest, Britain’s most ambitious environmental project. Linking the ancient forests of Needwood and Charnwood, more than eight million trees have already been planted. The woodland is being created on a scale not seen for more than a thousand years. Come and enjoy it this season.

There’s so much more to explore...

Find out more about what’s on offer in South Derbyshire from Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre • local and national accommodation information • places to visit • events and what’s on information • public transport information • tickets for local events • tickets for Derbyshire Wayfarer • tickets for day trips with local coach companies • souvenirs, postcards, maps, local history books and self-guided walks Phone 01283 222848 Email tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk You will find us located within Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9DG Open Mon - Sat, 10am - 4.30pm Find out What’s On in South Derbyshire and tell us what you are doing via social media #SDwhatson @swadlincotetic

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A Bumper Christmas in South Derbyshire…

Ice Rink Opens at Planters at Bretby 9 November Swadlincote Lights Switch On & Sharpe’s Craft Fair 29 November Handel’s Messiah performed by Swadlincote Choral Messiah Society 1 December Swadlincote Christmas Market and Small Business Saturday 7 December Christmas Tree Festival at Repton Church 7&8 December Gresley Male Voice Choir Christmas Concert 14 December Woodville Carols Round the Tree 20 December Christmas Brass and Voices at Repton Church 22 December

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Autumn & Winter

Highlights...

Bursting with Autumn colour and Winter thrills, there is a great line-up of seasonal events to look forward to in South Derbyshire...

Celebrate Guy Fawkes Night with bonfires and fireworks in villages throughout South Derbyshire, including Egginton, Hartshorne, Hatton, Newton Solney and Sutton on the Hill Enjoy great live performances at Melbourne Assembly Rooms, including jazz, swing, hits of the ‘70s, and a Pink Floyd tribute Take part in the Japan-UK Season of Culture 2019-20 at exhibitions and events in Derbyshire, plus the chance to try ceramic decoration with Raku firing at Sharpe’s Pottery Enjoy the fresh air on a crisp morning in the National Forest with walks, wildlife watching and open gardens Live the dream and perform for the public at the monthly Open Mic in Swadlincote town centre Relive the ‘80s and boogie the night away at Swadlincote Snowsports Centre or join in with their Bavarian Band at an Umpah Night Try something new with astronomy, tobogganing, glass fusing, Nordic walking, wreath-making, ice skating, watercolour painting, wine tasting, puppet-making – or pampering and relaxing!

Come along and watch the fun as teams take part in the Swadlincote Pancake Races on Shrove Tuesday in aid of Sport Relief

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What’s On

November

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Fri 1 Nov, 10.30am - 1pm

The Day of the Dead!

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

The Day of the Dead has arrived. Join artist Kate Tilley in making Mexican “Muertors” mirrors.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £3 per child (£2 for each additional sibling); Booking essential.

Fri 1 Nov, 5pm

Friday Half Price Nights

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Half price toboggan and ski/snowboard open practice every Friday after 5pm!

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Fri 1 Nov, 7.30pm

The Schmoozenbergs in Concert Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Gypsy jazz and beyond with this Bristolbased quartet, playing original music from their 2019 album “Awaken”, alongside imaginative interpretations of classic jazz and swing tunes. Conjuring up the mood of 1930s Paris, the Schmoozenberg’s uplifting gypsy swing music will put a smile on your face and a bounce in your step. With two guitars, violin and double bass, they bring irresistible rhythms and lyrical melodies.

Bar open and music from 8pm.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: £10; Tickets also available online: www.ticketsource.co.uk

Sat 2 Nov, 9am – 6pm and Sun 3 Nov, 10.30am – 4.30pm

Autumn Craft, Gift and Food Fair Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

This annual event is back with lots of food, drink and handmade crafts on offer. Start your Christmas shopping with unique gifts or just treat yourself, not forgetting the superb floral items and on site café. Taking place in the covered area, wrap up warm and you will be dry.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: info@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Free to enter.

Free

Sat 2 Nov, 10am - 1pm

Table Top Sale

Newton Solney Village Hall, Repton Road, DE15 0SG

St Mary’s Church are holding a Table Top Sale, open to the public. Refreshment available. A good opportunity to pick up bargains for Christmas or treat yourself, all welcome.

Tel: 07503 158633 Email: sue-stmarys@outlook.com Price: £10 for sellers to secure a table booking essential; Free entry for buyers.

Sat 2 Nov, 5.30pm

Hartshorne Fireworks and Bonfire Display RECOGNISING, CELEBRATING AND THANKING THOSE WHO MAKE SOUTH DERBYSHIRE GREAT! Business of the Year Disabled Sportsperson of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award Local Charity or Voluntary Group Love Where You Live or Work Sportsman of the Year Sportswoman of the Year Team of the Year Volunteer of the Year Young Sportsperson of the Year Young Volunteer of the Year Further information and nominations: www.southderbysawards.wordpress.com Nominations Close 22 November 2019

Hartshorne Cricket Club, Main Street, DE11 7ES

Join the organisers for a fantastic firework display and bonfire along with traditional hot dogs, BBQ, outside bar, soft drinks and stalls.

The Cricket Club is located just behind the Admiral Rodney Inn. Bonfire lit at 6.30pm.

Price: Entry £3 per person; Under 2 years free.

Sat 2 Nov, 5.30pm

Egginton Firework Display and Bonfire

Egginton Playing Fields, Church Road, DE65 6HP

In association with Egginton Parish Council you can enjoy a firework display and bonfire along with refreshments, bar and food.

Please pre book your tickets using the email address below.

Email: egginton.bonfire@outlook.com Price: Tickets - Adult £6; Child £4; Under 5 years free.

Sat 2 Nov, 6pm Sat 2 Nov, 10.30am - 12.30pm

Raku Firing!

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come and experience the centuries old process of raku firing and walk away with a unique and priceless piece of ceramic art on the day. With the support and lead of Nigel Gossage, renowned Leicester Potter and Raku practitioner, you will choose a pre-made and hand thrown piece and use a Raku glaze or horsehair to decorate your pot prior to the Raku firing. Inspired by traditional Japanese raku firing, Westernstyle raku usually involves removing pottery from the kiln while at bright red heat and placing it into containers with combustible materials.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £20 per person; Price includes all materials; Booking essential, limited places.

Fireworks and Bonfire Display Riverside Common Land, Trent Lane, Newton Solney, DE15 0SJ

Charity event taking place by the River Trent. Enjoy an organised display of fireworks, beginning at 7pm following the lighting of the bonfire at 6.30pm. Please note no sparklers allowed. Hot dogs and soft drinks available. Continue the fun with live evening entertainment at The Brickmakers Arms with blues music from Paul Evans, and enjoy Jack’s Hog Roast.

Tel: 01283 222848 Price: Fireworks and bonfire - suggested donation of £5 per family.

Sat 2 Nov, 7pm

Hatton Fireworks and Bonfire Display Hatton Sports and Playing Field, Scropton Road, DE65 5DS

Enjoy an organised bonfire and firework display in Hatton. Join Hatton Parish Council and Hatton Fireworks Display Team for a spectacular evening of fun for all the family. www.facebook.com/Hattonfireworksdisplay Price: Free entry.

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Sun 3 Nov, 5.30pm

Thu 7 Nov, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Overseal Village Hall, Woodville Road, DE12 6LX

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Overseal Firework Display

Enjoy an organised firework event with BBQ, children’s rides, stalls and plenty of fun.

Firework display ignites at 6pm.

Tel: 07447 984369 Price: Free entry.

Free

Wed 6 Nov, 9am – 6pm

Christmas Craft, Gift and Food Fair

Relaxation Evening

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

Midweek fair with lots of ideas and solutions for the special present you are seeking, or just treat yourself. The aquatic centre will be open with refreshments also available in the restaurant, plus the added bonus of a fantastic choice of garden and indoor plants.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: info@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Free entry.

Free

Thu 7 Nov, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Hilton and Marston History Group – Christmas Quiz Hilton Methodist Chapel, Main Street, DE65 5FF

A Christmas quiz with a difference - you are invited to join in the festive fun.

Tel: 01283 733069 Email: hiltonhistory@gmail.com Price: £3 for visitors.

Wed 6 Nov, 2.30 – 4pm

Valuation Day

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Bamford’s Auctioneers will be in the Museum and will advise you on the value of your family heirlooms and treasured possesions both monetary and historic.

All proceeds going towards the upkeep of the Museum. Café on site open for refreshments.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set.

Come along and support the ‘Moatmen’ and see Elvis Gresley in action!

November Saturday 9th – South Normanton Athletic Saturday 30th – Sporting Khalsa December Saturday 7th – Walsall Wood Saturday 21st - Selston January Saturday 11th – Racing Club Warwick Saturday 18th – Coventry United

Thu 7 Nov, 4 - 9pm

Christmas Shopping Evening

Clive’s Candles, 29A West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DN

Join us for mulled wine, mince pies, hot chocolate, nibbles, prosecco and Christmas cake whilst you try our Christmas candles, reed diffusers, hand and bodywash, candle ideas and Christmas gifts. There is a complimentary gift with every purchase not to be ‘sniffed at’!

Tel: 07803 294569 Email: clivescandles@gmail.com www.clivescandles.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Watch great football in South Derbyshire

Free

February Saturday 1st – Haughmond Saturday 8th – Worcester City Moat Ground, Moat Street, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9RE Phone: 01283 216315 Email: info@gresleyfc.com Web: www.gresleyfc.com Prices: Adults £8; Over 60yrs £5; Under 16yrs (accompanied by a full paying adult) £1

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Sat 9 Nov, 9am – 6pm and Sun 10 Nov, 10.30am – 4.30pm

Sat 9 and Sun 10 Nov, Sessions: 10am 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 4pm

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Christmas Craft, Gift and Food Fair Midweek Fair with lots of ideas and solutions for the special present you are seeking, or just treat yourself. The aquatic centre will be open with refreshments also available in the restaurant plus the added bonus of a fantastic choice of garden and indoor plants.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: info@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Free entry.

Free

Sat 9 Nov to mid Jan 2020 Mon – Fri 9.45am - 4.45pm; Sun 9.45am - 3.45pm

Ice Rink Grand Opening

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

All weather ‘covered’ outdoor real ice rink open for skating sessions. All ages catered for, refreshments available from the onsite restaurant, play area for the children also open. Parking and entry to café and play area free of charge.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: icerink@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Peak ice skating - Adult £10; Child £6; Off peak ice skating - everybody skates for £5; Super peak ice skating - Adult £12; Child £7.

Ice skating booking essential - please contact for details.

Making Seasonal Glass Gifts

Join Stevie Davies and enjoy a taster workshop using glass fusing techniques to create your very own decorative hangings, full of sparkling dichroic colour and metal details. Create beautiful objects to decorate your home this Christmas. Using sparkling glass, wire writing and mica glitter there is everything you need to make stars, wreaths, trees, even Santa and Rudolf designs to dangle from your own Christmas Tree or to give as gifts. This workshop is suitable for children aged 14 and above. 14-18 year olds should be accompanied by a participating adult.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £36; Booking essential.

Sat 9 Nov, 5pm

Sutton on the Hill Fireworks

Sutton on the Hill Pre School, School Lane, Sutton on the Hill, Nr Hilton, DE65 5AJ

Join the pre-school committee firework display organisers for this event - lots of fun and excitement for all ages. Fireworks ignited at 5pm, refreshments available.

Tel: 07701 356447 www.suttononthehillpreschool.org.uk Free Price: Free entry – donations appreciated.

Sun 10 Nov, 10.45 - 11.30am

Newhall Remembrance Day Parade Newhall Park War Memorial, off Main Street, DE11 0TW

Friends of Newhall Park together with 1st Newhall Scout Group invite you to their Remembrance Day Parade and laying of wreaths - join them at the War Memorial.

Refreshments available afterwards in the Newhall Park Scout Centre.

Free Tel: 07763 465499 Email: newhallscout.treasurer@gmail.com www.facebook.com.1stnewhallscoutgroup Price: Free.

Sunday 10th November 2019

Nationwide commemorative events to remember all those who fought and suffered to ensure freedom survived.

Among the many planned services in South Derbyshire, below are a few that all are welcome to: Church Gresley Remembrance Service

Eureka Memorial Gates: Church Service and Parade

10.45 Gathering in Market Street, (road closed) outside the main war memorial 11.00 Names of those who lost their lives in WW1 to be read out as wreaths laid. 2 minutes silence 11.15 March into Maurice Lea Memorial Park to the bandstand Outdoor service around bandstand led by Reverend Mike Firbank 12.00 End of service

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Church service at Hill Street Baptist Church – led by Reverend Simon Thompsett 10:30 Parade through the town to the Memorial Gates at Eureka Park, Midland Road 10.50 Service and wreath laying, led by Reverend Alison Redshaw, Emmanuel Church 11.15 End of service

Newhall Remembers 10.30 Parade from Scout Centre on the park to the Memorial on Newhall Park Service of Remembrance at the Memorial. Tributes to be laid and names of those who lost their lives in the Wars to be read out.

10.30 2 minutes silence

Tue 12 Nov, 5 - 8pm

Tue 12 Nov, 7.30 - 9pm

Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Christmas Shopping Evening

Join us for the launch of our Christmas range. Enjoy a look around the farm shop, sample some seasonal delights, pick up some Christmas gifts and place your Christmas meat order. There will also be a special 10% off for Betty’s loyalty card holders (excl. existing offers and Christmas orders). Everyone welcome!

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Ticknall Garden Club - Talk

You are invited to this talk entitled ‘Perennials for Every Season’ with guest speaker Steve Lovell - a man with a passion for plants and natural history.

Tel: 01530 467292 Email: melinda97bell@gmail.com www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: Visitors £3.

Free

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Let us have your views before 30 November at: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Swad-Survey/

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Fri 15 Nov, 7.30 - 9.45pm

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Relaxation Evening

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Thu 14 Nov, 7.30 - 9pm

Willington History Group

Acoustic Band “Off the Record” “Off the Record” will take you on a musical journey through the decades from the 1920s to 2000s featuring vocal harmonies, guitar, ukulele, harmonica and tin whistle.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £6 per person; Booking essential.

Sat 16 Nov, 9am - 5pm and Sun 17 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Christmas Craft and Gift Fair

Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3 including refreshments; Booking essential.

With over 50 stalls selling a selection of handmade giftware, beauty products, artisan foods and delectable drinks, you’re sure to discover presents for everyone.

There will be entertainment from live bands throughout the weekend including visits from Santa. With free car parking and free entry what more could you ask for?

Enjoy this illustrated talk with guest speaker Paul Newsham on ‘Crop Circles, Ley Lines and other Mysteries’.

Fri 15 Nov, 7.30 – 9.30pm

Introducing Astronomy

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Rosliston Astronomy Group are an enthusiastic group of amateur astronomers who regularly meet to discuss all things related to the night sky and (when clear) look at the stars and other night sky objects.

Beginners welcome. Meeting dates are at www.roslistonastronomy.org.uk on calendar page. Mid-month meetings are usually second Friday of the month, and end-month meetings are usually on the last Friday of the month, however there is some variation in this.

Tel: 07966 882157 Email: mail@roslistonastronomy.org.uk www.roslistonastronomy.org.uk Price: Adult £3.50; Reduced prices for children; Membership applies after two meetings.

Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, DE73 7GQ

Tel: 01332 700800 Email: info@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: Free.

Free

Sat 16 Nov, 9am – 6pm and Sun 17 Nov, 10.30am – 4.30pm

Christmas Craft, Gift and Food Fair Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

Visit for a great selection of gift ideas, fantastic food treats and of course the on site restaurant, ice skating and play area, not forgetting the aquatics department.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: info@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Free entry.

Free

Sat 16 Nov, 7.30pm

Back to the 80s Part V

Melbourne Assembley Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Djay returns with the 5th instalment of his unmissable event ‘Back to the 80s’. Expect a bigger sound system, bigger soundtrack and a bigger atmosphere than ever before.

Tel: 07828 182351 Email: jayfrantic@hotmail.com www.ticketsource.co.uk/djayevents Price: £5 per person.

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Thu 21 Nov, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Nordic Taster Sessions – Walking Try out this one off Nordic Walking taster session. Walking, only smarter! Burn up to 40% more calories during your walk! This taster session will introduce you to the basics of Nordic Walking. Led by a qualified Nordic Walking instructor. Meet in Barn Shop at 9.45am for 10am start.

Tel: 01283 595906 Email: get.active@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £3.25 if hiring poles; £1.60 if using your own; Booking essential as places are limited.

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Thu 21 Nov, 7.30pm

Live and Local - Roma Tales

Sun 17 Nov, 11am - 4pm

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Christmas Fayre

Ashe Hall, Ash Lane, Etwall, DE65 6HT

Do some Christmas shopping and pick up an original gift in the festive atmosphere of historic Ashe Hall. Holistic therapies, craft and gift stalls, our World Peace Café, international food, Santa’s Grotto, as well as free taster meditation sessions. The Ashe Hall Christmas Fayre provides something fun for the whole family! Everyone is welcome.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Tel: 01283 732338 Email: events@tarakmc.org www.tarakmc.org Price: Free entry and free parking.

Relaxation Evening

Free

Sun 17 Nov, 12noon - 4pm

Newton Solney Christmas Bazaar Mercure Newton Park Hotel, Newton Road, Newton Solney, DE15 0SS

More than just a musical performance, Faith i Branko tell spellbinding stories in song. Their performance is steeped in Roma, Serbian, Iranian and UK culture.

Sharing their own personal travel tales and intimate knowledge of these cultures, Faith i Branko take the audience on a journey from melancholy roma violin laments to storming ‘kolos’ and explorations into Jazz improvisation, Swing, Gypsy Rumba and Turkish and Indian influenced songs. ‘Quite remarkable musicians’ - Stephen Fry, BBC World Service. Bar open and music from 8pm. Tickets also available online at www.ticketsource.co.uk Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: £10.

Come along and enjoy this event in a beautiful setting, browse our range of gorgeous gifts, including jewellery, clothes, toys, hampers, cider, homeware, books and much more.

Fri 22 and Sat 23 Nov, 9am - 5pm; Sun 24 Nov, 10am – 4pm

Tue 19 Nov, 7.30pm

With over 50 stalls selling a selection of handmade giftware, beauty products, artisan foods and delectable drinks, you’re sure to discover presents for everyone.

There will be entertainment from live bands throughout the weekend including visits from Santa. With free car parking and free entry what more could you ask for?

Tel: 07708 943808 Email: nspreschoolbuilding@gmail.com Price: Adults £2; Children free; Free parking.

The History of Cheese - Talk Etwall Methodist Schoolroom, Willington Road, DE65 6HX

Join Etwall and Burnaston Local History Society and guest speaker Alan Salt for this illuminating talk. Visitors are welcome.

Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.kerby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Price: £3 for visitors.

3 Day Christmas Craft and Gift Fair Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, DE73 7GQ

Tel: 01332 700800 Email: info@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: Free.

Free

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Thu 28 Nov, 5 - 9pm

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

Floyd in the Flesh

The return (for the 4th year running) of the best Floyd Band around. From the subtle beauty of “Coming Back to Life” to the allout rock of “Run Like Hell” this incredible eight-piece, fully live tribute to the one and only Pink Floyd deliver on every level.

You will be taken on a musical journey through all classic Floyd including super hits “Another Brick in the Wall” and “Wish You Were Here”. Bar open and on stage 8pm.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: £12.50 per person.

Mon 25 Nov, 7.30 – 9pm

Bats - Talk

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join Melbourne Civic Society for this talk on Bats by guest speaker Kevin Reynolds followed by the winter social evening.

Tel: 07970 752508 or 01332 864487 Email: a.roberts52@btinternet.com Price: Members £1.50; Visitors £2.50.

Wed 27 Nov, 11.15am – 12.30pm

Guided Museum Tour

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join one of our volunteer tour guides for this informative walk around the Museum, discussing social history and delving into the past use of this iconic building. Meet at the reception desk, no need to book.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Free Price: Free.

Ladies Night

Free drink, a showcase of local hair and beauty businesses, free fun pampering all night, free tips and advice. Loads of offers and discounts, relaxed shopping environment, free gift with any purchase in store, plus lots more! Restaurant open until 8pm.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: info@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Free entry.

Free

Thu 28 Nov, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential

Thu 28 Nov, 6.30pm

‘Yesterday’ (12a) - Film

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join the MAR’s Cinema Club for this film - a struggling musician realises he’s the only person on earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate timeline where they never existed. “A delightful feel-good movie full of charm.”

No reserved seating. Bar open and film starts 7pm.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: £5 per person.

Great Pubs and Bars Great Nights Out South Derbyshire has many fantastic pubs – this year’s award winners include: Good Pub Guide 2020 Top Ten Own Brew Pubs and Top Ten New Pubs

CAMRA South Derbyshire Branch Pub of the Year 2019

12 Boot Hill, Repton, DE65 6FT 01283 346 047 www.thebootatrepton.co.uk The Boot is a 17th Century Coaching Inn in the historic village of Repton. The Boot, has just been renovated and refurbished to a very high standard, and now offers luxurious accommodation, award winning classic and contemporary dishes and real ales including Boot Beer – which is brewed in the Boot’s own micro-brewery

Main Street, Lullington, DE12 8EG 07510 870980 www.thecolvilearms.com A beautiful country pub in the pretty village of Lullington. Real ales on every night with regular guest beers from around the country. A fabulous selection of gins plus much more.

The pub has a traditional interior with a large beer garden catering for the smallest of gatherings to wedding functions alike

The Boot

Colvile Arms

Micropubs come to South Derbyshire!

Bodell’s 5 Belmont Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JU www.bodells.pub 0771 509 7797 Bodell’s opened in May 2019. Co-owner Pete Spittals opened The Last Heretic in Burton several years ago and was frequently asked by customers to open a place in Swadlincote. He eventually found the former restaurant and named it after local heavyweight boxer Jack Bodell. Bodell was a British, European and Commonwealth champion boasting 58 wins in 71 fights, with 31 knockouts, and memorabilia from his career is displayed around the micropub

The Chip & Pin

8-10 High Street, Melbourne, DE73 8GN www.chipandpinpub.com 0795 780 6454 The Chip & Pin micropub is owned by a small group of Melbourne people who share a passion for real ale. During outings to the local beer festival they discussed the idea of bringing a wider range of real ales to Melbourne and how to complement the existing popular pub and restaurant trade. When a disused bank became available in the town, the friends jumped at the chance to take on this old building and give it a new lease of life

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Swadlincote Christmas Lights Switch On Craft Fayre Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join us at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum for two days of celebration as Swadlincote welcomes in Christmas with its annual switching on of the lights. Friday through to Saturday we will be hosting our Switched On Craft Fayre along with festive food and drink. Local school choirs and busking talent from across the town will be playing in the courtyard and rumour has it that there may be an early visit from you-know-who.

Fri 29 Nov, 7.30 – 9pm

Ticknall Preservation and Historical Society

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JX

The Real Dad’s Army with Jed Jaggard. Jed, a local re-enactor, tells of the home guard with lots of exhibits followed by Christmas refreshments. Please contact for further information.

Tel: 01283 762064 or 01530 810266 or 01332 862116 Email: celia.sanger@btinternet.com; hillcoleorton@yahoo.co.uk www.ticknalllife.co.uk/community Price: £1; Visitors £2 (including refreshments); Annual membership fee: Single £4; Couple £6.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Free Price: Free.

Sat 30 Nov, 10am – 4pm

Fri 29 Nov, 3.30pm

White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 1SN

Santa Special

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Watch Santa ski down our slope in a torch lit descent with his helpers! Doors open from 3.30pm, Santa will ski approx. 4.45pm and then make his way to his Grotto where he will meet and greet 120 children with a free gift!! This is first come first served on the night. Festive fun and games will be happening with Poma whilst the children wait for Santa and there’s plenty of mulled wine at the bar for the adults! We will also have a magician on site entertaining the children with fun, games and of course tricks whilst they wait for Santa! The lodge will also be offering a snack menu of festive baguettes and kids meals.

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Free Price: Free entry.

Painting and Making Christmas Cards Enjoy making your own personal Christmas cards using any medium. All materials are supplied for this artistic workshop.

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: £25 per person.

Sat 30 Nov, 10.30am - 12noon

Action for Children Coffee Morning Woodville Methodist Church, High Street, DE11 7EA

Coffee morning raising money for Action for Children charity. Refreshments, mince pies, and various stalls selling gifts, cakes etc.

Tel: 01283 222803 Email: jfletcher214@hotmail.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Free

Sat 30 Nov, 10.30am - 2pm

Open Mic

High Street, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 8JE

Up to thirty minute slots available for any musicians, singers, bands or buskers who want to showcase their talents. To book a free slot contact organiser John Beer.

Tel: 07799 666522 Email: simonwardle1@gmail.com Facebook: Swadlincote Markets Price: Free.

Free

18 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic

What’s On

December

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Sun 1 Dec - Mid Jan 2020 Mon to Fri: 9.45am - 4.45pm; Sun: 9.45am - 3.45pm

Sun 1 Dec, 2 - 3.30pm

Visit from Santa Claus Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, DE73 7GQ

Ice Rink

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

All weather ‘covered’ outdoor real ice rink open for skating sessions, all ages catered for. Refreshments available from the onsite restaurant, play area for the children also open. Parking and entry to café and play area free of charge.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: icerink@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Peak ice skating - Adult £10; Child £6; Off peak ice skating - everybody skates for £5; Super peak ice skating - Adult £12; Child £7; Ice skating booking essential, please contact for details.

Tel: 01332 700800 Email: info@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: Free.

Betty’s Farm Christmas Market Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Come along to our Christmas Market to pick up some unique Christmas gifts. Browse the stalls and enjoy a warming mulled wine and some delicious yuletide treats! Marvel at the artisan crafts and christmas gifts. Santa will also be making a special appearance! There are children’s activities, Santa’s Grotto and plenty of food and drink – something for all ages and interests.

Free

Free

Sun 1 Dec, 2pm

Handel’s Messiah - Performed by the Swadlincote Messiah Choral Society Hill Street Baptist Church, Hill Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8HL

Sun 1 Dec, 10am - 3pm

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Santa will be here every Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas. He magically appears down the chimney in the Christmas Castle at 2pm with a present for all the girls and boys. And remember, Santa is free at Swarkestone.

116th performance at this venue! Guest Soloists: Harriett Eley – Soprano, Marie Elliott – Alto, Peter Van Hulle - Tenor and Damion Thantrey – Bass. Choir and orchestra conducted by Julian Baker. Organist Stephen Mansfield. Starts 2pm prompt.

Tel: 01530 588450 Email: shirleyswad@aol.com Price: By programme £8.50; Or pay on the door.

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 19 Sun 1 Dec, 2 - 5pm

Christmas Wreathmaking Workshop

Tue 3, Wed 4, Thu 5 and Fri 6 Dec (Tables can be booked: 12noon, 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm and 2pm)

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Christmas Lunch

For adults and children alike, join us in the cosy, beautiful Roundhouse at Whistlewood. You will leave having made either a Christmas door wreath with natural materials, similar craft item, or a Christmas decoration made by your child. Cakes and refreshments available. A lovely christmas event to get you in the christmas spirit!

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: Please contact.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: £24.50 per person; Booking essential; Parkland admission also applies.

Wed 4 Dec, 11.15am – 12.30pm

Valuation Day

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Sun 1 Dec, 3pm

Prelude to Christmas All Saints Church, Dag Lane, Lullington, DE12 8EG

A mix of seasonal choral music and readings, all performed in this beautiful country church. Start your Christmas here! The concert will last around 1¼ hours and will be followed by mulled wine and mince pies.

Tel: 07860 101417 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.cantabilechoir.co.uk Price: Adult £8; Child £4.

Bamford’s Auctioneers will be in the Museum and will advise you on the value of your family heirlooms and treasured possesions both monetary and historic. All proceeds going towards the upkeep of the Museum. Café on site open for refreshments.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set.

Thu 5 Dec, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Mon 2 Dec, 6.30 – 9.15pm

Sounds of Christmas

Gresley Old Hall, Gresley Wood Road, Church Gresley, DE11 9QW

Join the Rotary Club of Swadlincote, Gresley Colliery Band and Junior Band for an evening of entertainment, to include mince pies and coffee. Tickets available from Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

Tel: 01332 863406 Email: gandtharvey@yahoo.com Price: Free – donations very welcome.

Indulge in a festive three-course Christmas lunch prepared by the Calke chefs. Find the festive menu online now, or give us a call to find out more and book your table.

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Free

Thu 5 Dec, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Hilton and Marston History Group Hilton Methodist Chapel, Main Street, DE65 5FF

Seasonal social evening - 10 years since the HMHG was formed. Celebration meal at the Hilton House Hotel.

Tel: 01283 733069 Email: hiltonhistory@gmail.com Price: Please contact for all details.

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Fri 6 and Sat 7 Dec

White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 1SN

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Illustrating Winter Seed Heads - Art Enjoy this watercolour workshop illustrating winter seed heads and things in decay - a two day course with Michael Lakin.

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: £145 per person.

Fri 6 and Sat 7 Dec, Sessions between 11am - 2pm

Santa’s Grotto

Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Come and visit Santa’s Grotto at Betty’s Farm Shop. Abi’s Entertainments will be providing lots of festive fun in our Grotto! Come along and write a letter to Santa, make some reindeer food and then visit Santa in his Grotto and receive a gift. There will also be the chance to take your own photos in our festive sleigh! Complimentary refreshments for one accompanying adult available (additional can be purchased).

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk Book online at www.abis-entertainments.co.uk Price: Child £12.50; Advance booking is required.

Fri 6 Dec, 5pm

Friday Half Price Nights Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Half price toboggan and ski/snowboard open practice every Friday after 5pm!

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Festive 80s Nights Enjoy a three course meal before you boogie the night away in neon at one of our 80s nights! Plenty of fun, games and adult humour to keep you laughing all night long!

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £24.95; Booking essential.

Sat 7 Dec, 9am – 3pm

Christmas Shopping in Swadlincote High Street, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 8JE

Shop local and enjoy the festive atmosphere with market stalls offering gifts, crafts, food and drink ahead of the holiday season, plus children’s activities and live entertainment.

There will also be a Small Business Saturday Market for local small and independent businesses, plus Santa’s Christmas Shopping Spree – a free to enter trail with prizes to win.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: ingrid@swadstyle.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Free

Sat 7 Dec, 9am - 12noon

Christmas with Santa Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join Santa at Sharpe’s for a delicious buffet breakfast, special Christmas craft, Christmas story and gift (gift for children only).

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Children £15; Adult £10; Booking essential.

Full programme and more details available at www.southderbyshire.gov.uk

Free

Seasons greetings and a fun family day on The Delph and throughout the town, culminating in the switch-on of Swadlincote’s Christmas Lights and a spectacular Fireworks Display at 7pm Come along and enjoy the festive activities in and around the town centre from 9am

ON THE DELPH STAGE Choirs and live music performances by local schools and groups from 11am – 5pm Meet Poma the Penguin from 11am – 3pm Touch FM will be broadcasting live with entertainment from 5pm With Mark O’Sullivan plus special guests

Find out who has won the Best Decorated Shop Christmas Window competition at 6pm Greetings from the Chairman of South Derbyshire District Council and guests from 6.50pm Fireworks and Light Switch On from 7pm

Look out for the full programme with times of activities coming out soon!

OTHER ACTIVITIES TO ENJOY… The Fairground will be open throughout the town from Friday through to Saturday evening.

8am – 3.30pm – Traditional Market – Delph and Midland Road 9am – 5.30pm – Swadlincote Library – Christmas Treasure Hunt

Find the festive clues around the library with a chance to win a prize! FREE and open to all children under 16.

9am – 8pm – Stan’s Pals Doggie Deli – Midland Road

It’s Christmas party time all day with free festive nibbles, sherry, fancy dress and human treats!

Reptile related craft activities will be available outside the shop for all to enjoy, with the chance to meet the amazing creatures too.

10am – 4pm – Smith Partnership – High Street

Free mulled wine, festive treats and goodies to give away.

10am – 8pm – Sharpe’s Christmas Craft Fair

Our popular annual craft fair, with local school children singing from 11am – 2pm.

Meet Santa in his grotto from 4pm – 7pm.

Hot food and our celebrated mulled wine will be available from 5pm in the courtyard.

11am – 3pm - Free mince pie and other Christmassy goodies

by Burton and South Derbyshire College catering students.

2pm – 9pm – The Dance and Music Centre, Delph Centre

Something for everyone, including Santa’s grotto, cake stall, tombola, raffle, homemade Christmas gifts and hot drinks.

3.30pm – 9pm – Swadlincote Snowsport Centre

Watch Santa ski down the big new slope in a torch lit descent with his helpers! Santa will ski approx. 4.45pm and then make his way to his Grotto where he will meet and greet 120 children with a free gift!

Children are encouraged to bring their Christmas lists to give to Santa on the night. The elves will play games and get up to mischief with the children whilst they wait and of course there will be a visit from Poma the Penquin too! Snacks and festive treats available in the Alpine Lodge.

4pm – 8pm – Swadlincote Rotary Club – The Delph Come and see Santa and his sleigh.

4.30pm – 6.30pm – Timms Solicitors – West Street

Meet the Timms Team whilst enjoying a free Mince pie and a sherry!

From 5.30pm – Swadlincote Lions will be serving mulled wine on Midland Road (Subject to change and availability)

If you know of, or are a local business or group who are planning to hold a festive activity on the day of the Christmas Lights Switch On, why not get in touch with the details. We’ll add you to our full programme that will be available on the South Derbyshire District Council website, at the Tourist Information Centre and around the town.

You can send your details to: Cultural.Services@southderbyshire.gov.uk 01283 595878 Event’s Team, Cultural Services, South Derbyshire District Council, Civic Offices, Civic Way, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0AH Deadline for this information to go into the printed programme is 10th November 2019.

For more information contact: Cultural.Services@southderbyshire.gov.uk

Free

Christmas Shopping in Swadlincote

SATURDAY 7 DECEMBER, 9AM – 3PM HIGH STREET, SWADLINCOTE TOWN CENTRE

Shop local and relax this Christmas! Rather than endure the frantic bustle of city shopping centres, traffic jams, queues and frenzied crowds, why not enjoy a wander around Swadlincote.

Soak up the festive atmosphere while discovering the numerous independent shops offering unique gifts and a friendly service

SWADLINCOTE CHRISTMAS MARKET A great opportunity for Christmas shopping, with the chance to stock up on festive gifts, crafts, food and drink ahead of the holiday season. There will be children’s activities, plus a free bouncy castle and face painting.

During the day enjoy live entertainment with performances of seasonal classics

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY MARKET Let’s help our local small and independent businesses to thrive in Swadlincote. Together with the shops on the High Street there will be a Small Business Market at the Church Street end with a variety of gifts, foods, goods and services on offer with the chance to meet the business owners face to face. Swadlincote’s Small Business Saturday Market is part of Small Business Saturday, the national campaign to celebrate, support and promote small businesses on the first Saturday in December each year.

For more information please email ingrid@swadstyle.co.uk

SANTA’S CHRISTMAS SHOPPING SPREE Help Santa find Christmas presents for Mrs Claus in this year’s Treasure Hunt. Pick up an entry form from the SwadStyle stand at the Small Business Market (at the Church Street end of the High Street) and explore the town centre’s shop window displays to find all the items on Santa’s List. Every completed entry will receive a Christmas treat and all entries will be entered into a prize draw to win fabulous prizes. Entry is free

Look out for #SwadOffers and #SDWhatsOn via SwadStyle & Town Team and Swadlincote Markets Facebook pages to find out more about special offers and events this Christmas!

For more information and for a free Shopping Guide contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222 848 or at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum in West Street

SwadStyle & Town Team

Swadlincote Markets

Parking is Free in Swadlincote Town Centre

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 25 Sat 7 Dec, 10.30am - 2pm

Sat 7 and Sun 8 Dec, 11am to 6pm

High Street, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 8JE

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Festive Open Mic

Christmas Weekend

Up to thirty minute slots available for any musicians, singers, bands or buskers who want to showcase their talents – all with a festive theme. To book a free slot contact organiser John Beer.

Tel: 07799 666522 Email: simonwardle1@gmail.com Facebook: Swadlincote Markets Price: Free.

Free

Sat 7 Dec, Sessions available between 11am - 3pm

Elves Workshop

Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Come along to Betty’s Farm and help Santa’s Elves make toys for Christmas. They have been creating mischief and fallen behind with their toy making. Can you help the Elves save the day? This workshop will see the chance to make a Christmas cuddly toy that you can take home. Complimentary refreshments for up to one accompanying adult per child (additional can be purchased).

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk Book online at www.abis-entertainments.co.uk Price: Child £16.

Sat 7 Dec, 11am - 5pm and Sun 8 Dec, 1 - 5pm

Christmas Tree Festival Repton Church, Willington Road, DE65 6FH

Around 40 decorated trees in Repton Church, with refreshments, craft and produce stalls.

Tel: 01283 702159 Email: jrob5143@aol.com Price: Adult £2; Children free.

Experience magical Christmas weekends at Calke Abbey, with lights, illuminations and festive stalls for all the family. As darkness falls, follow a twinkling trail of lights through the Pleasure Grounds to the church, and catch a glimpse of the house and tunnels lit up in festive lights. In the Riding School, you’ll find a range of gift and food stalls, while Squirt’s Stable is packed full of Christmas cheer to keep the kids entertained. Please visit the website for full opening times, details and admission prices.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Free event; Parkland admission applies.

Sat 7 and Sun 8 Dec, 2 - 3.30pm

Visit from Santa Claus

Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, DE73 7GQ

Santa will be here every Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas. He magically appears down the chimney in the Christmas Castle at 2pm with a present for all the girls and boys. And remember, Santa is free at Swarkestone.

Tel: 01332 700800 Email: info@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: Free.

Free

Sat 7 Dec, 7.30 - 10pm

A Festive Concert by Beatus St. Wystan’s Church, Willington Road, Repton, DE65 6FH

A festive concert by Beatus in St. Wystan’s Church, with about 40 decorated trees as part of the Christmas Tree Festival.

Tel: 01283 702159 Email: jrob5143@aol.com Tickets are available from; Carol Lloyd Email: cl.l@btinternet.com or Jan Roberts Email: jrob5143@aol.com; or pay on the door.

Price: £10 per ticket or pay on the door, includes mince pie and mulled wine.

Pick up your FREE Swadlincote Shopping Guide!

Discover over 200 town centre shops, services, eateries and attractions Advice on travel, parking, markets, toilets, parks and shopmobility Shop for everything from homeware to gifts; from hairdressers to restaurants; from unique independents to high street names

Parking is FREE in Swadlincote

Download from www.southderbyshire.gov.uk (search for ‘Swadlincote Shopping Guide’) or contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222 848

You can find out about offers and events in the town via Facebook SwadStyle and Town Team or search for #Swadoffers and #SDwhatson Swadlincote Market Town of The National Forest Sat 7 Dec

Festive 80s Nights Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Enjoy a three course meal before you boogie the night away in neon at one of our 80s nights! Plenty of fun, games and adult humour to keep you laughing all night long!

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £24.95; Booking essential.

Tue 10, Wed 11, Thu 12 and Fri 13 Dec (Tables can be booked: 12noon, 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm and 2pm)

Christmas Lunch

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Indulge in a festive three-course Christmas lunch prepared by the Calke chefs. Find the festive menu online now, or give us a call to find out more and book your table.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: £24.50 per person; Booking essential; Parkland admission also applies.

Wed 11 Dec, 7.30pm Thu 12 Dec, 4pm and 7pm

The Christmas Variety Show Melbourne Assembley Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join ‘Darley Dance Productions’ for this fun, festive variety show with a flavour of the 50s to character performers - songs from the musicals, showgirls and even a dancing snowman! With plenty of festive faves and some traditional carols too, there is something for all of the family.

Tel: 07712 527922 Tickets: 01332 255800 Email: info@darleydance.co.uk www.darleydance.co.uk Price: Tickets £13; Consessions £9; Family and group tickets available – please contact for details.

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Sat 14 Dec, 9am - 12noon

Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Willington History Group Illustrated talk by Jodie Williams on The Shorthose Poetry of Willington and photo show of Willington over the last 60 years by Alan Gifford.

Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3 including refreshments; Booking essential.

Fri 13 and Sat 14 Dec, Sessions between 11am - 2pm

Santa’s Grotto

Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Come and visit Santa’s Grotto at Betty’s Farm Shop. Abi’s Entertainments will be providing lots of festive fun in our Grotto!

Write a letter to Santa, make some reindeer food and then visit Santa in his Grotto and receive a gift. There will also be chance to take your own photos in our festive sleigh!

Complimentary refreshments for one accompanying adult available (additional can be purchased).

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk Book online at www.abis-entertainments.co.uk Price: £12.50 child; Advance booking required.

Fri 13 and Sat 14 Dec

Umpah Evenings

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Enjoy a three course meal and be part of a Bavarian band at one of our Umpah nights!

Plenty of fun, games and adult humour to keep you laughing all night long! Booking essential.

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £24.95.

Christmas with Santa Join Santa at Sharpe’s for a delicious buffet breakfast, special Christmas craft, Christmas story and gift (gift for children only).

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Child £15; Adult £10; Booking essential.

Sat 14 Dec, 10am – 4pm

Make a Christmas Wreath White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 1SN

Enjoy making your own traditional Christmas wreath or door decoration with Michael Lakin. All materials supplied.

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: £35 per person.

Sat 14 Dec, Sessions available between 11am - 3pm

Elves Workshop

Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Come along to Betty’s Farm and help Santa’s Elves make toys for Christmas. They have been creating mischief and fallen behind with their toy making. Can you help the Elves save the day? This workshop will see the chance to make a Christmas cuddly toy that you can take home. Complimentary refreshments for up to one accompanying adult per child (additional can be purchased).

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk Book online at www.abis-entertainments.co.uk Price: Child £16.

28 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Sat 14 and Sun 15 Dec, 11am to 6pm

Sat 14 Dec, 7 - 9pm

Christmas Weekends

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Experience magical Christmas weekends at Calke Abbey, with lights, illuminations and festive stalls for all the family. As darkness falls, follow a twinkling trail of lights through the Pleasure Grounds to the church, and catch a glimpse of the house and tunnels lit up in festive lights. In the Riding School, you’ll find a range of gift and food stalls, while Squirt’s Stable is packed full of Christmas cheer to keep the kids entertained. Please visit the website for full opening times, details and admission prices.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Free event; Parkland admission applies.

Sealwood Cottage, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PA

For Christmas 2019 Sealwood Cottage presents ‘A Magical Evening in Sealwood Folly’, with wine tasting, canapés, cheese and biscuits with mulled wine.

Tel: 07964 032387 Email: vineyard@sealwoodcottage.co.uk www.sealwoodcottage.co.uk Price: £22.50; Booking essential - limited places available (1 night only).

Sat 14 Dec, 7.30pm

Gresley Male Voice Choir Christmas Concert Emmanel Church, Church Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8LF

Sat 14 and Sun 15 Dec, 2 - 3.30pm

Visit from Santa Claus

Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, DE73 7GQ

Santa will be here every Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas. He magically appears down the chimney in the Christmas Castle at 2pm with a present for all the girls and boys. And remember, Santa is free at Swarkestone.

Tel: 01332 700800 Email: info@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: Free.

A Magical Evening in Sealwood Folly

Christmas Concert at Emmanuel Church telephone or email ticket agent to purchase tickets.

Tel: 07399 417995 Email: ticketagent4gmvc@gmail.com www.gresleychoir.com Price: £7; Children free; Booking essential.

Sun 15 Dec, 2 - 3pm

Mince Pie and Mulled Wine - Walk Free

Sat 14 Dec, 4 - 7.30pm

Luna Society Supper Club Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

A pop-up restaurant social evening, around the time of the full moon, inspired by the great minds of the 18th Century Lunar Society. A special atmosphere awaits you in the beautiful Whistlewood Roundhouse where you’ll be served a tasty two course vegetarian meal of home produced foods on hand-crafted plates. Vegan options will be available. Alongside the food we’ll bring you talks, readings and/or music - intriguing ideas, and a little sprinkle of fun.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £20 per person; Booking essential.

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Come and be merry! Enjoy a bracing walk around the Centre, finishing with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. Meet at 1.45pm for 2pm start in the café foyer. The walk will cover 2 miles and does not include any stiles. Please wear suitable footwear.

Tel: 01283 595906 Email: get.active@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £3.50 per person, including mince pie and mulled wine.

30 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Tue 17, Wed 18, Thu 19 and Fri 20 Dec (Tables can be booked: 12noon, 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm and 2pm)

Fri 20 Dec, 7.30 - 9.45pm

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

“Off the Record” will take you on a musical journey through the decades from the 1920s to the 2000s, featuring vocal harmonies, guitar, ukulele, harmonica and tin whistle.

Christmas Lunch

Indulge in a festive three-course Christmas lunch prepared by the Calke chefs. Find the festive menu online now, or give us a call to find out more and book your table.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: £24.50 per person; Booking essential; Parkland admission also applies.

Acoustic Band “Off the Record” Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £6 per person; Booking essential.

Fri 20 and Sat 21 Dec Fri 20 and Sat 21 Dec, Sessions available between 11am - 3pm

Elves Workshop

Betty’s Farm and Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Come along to Betty’s Farm and help Santa’s Elves make toys for Christmas. They have been creating mischief and fallen behind with their toy making. Can you help the Elves save the day? This workshop will see the chance to make a Christmas cuddly toy that you can take home. Complimentary refreshments for up to one accompanying adult per child (additional can be purchased).

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: info@bettysfarmshop.co.uk Book online at www.abis-entertainments.co.uk Price: Child £16.

Fri 20 Dec, 7 - 7.45pm

Woodville Carols Round the Tree Outdoors, Blacksmiths Lane, Woodville, DE11 7EA

Community annual Christmas carols round the tree. As this is an outdoor event please wear weather appropriate clothing and bring a torch or lantern. Carol sheets will be provided. Hand held bells provided for the children to ring. Anyone who wishes to bring their own instrument - please do.

Tel: 01283 222803 Email: jfletcher214@hotmail.co.uk Price: Free and free parking.

Free

Umpah Evenings

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Enjoy a three course meal and be part of a Bavarian band at one of our Umpah nights!

Plenty of fun, games and adult humour to keep you laughing all night long!

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £24.95; Booking essential.

Sat 21 Dec, 9am - 12noon

Christmas with Santa Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join Santa at Sharpe’s for a delicious buffet breakfast, special Christmas craft, Christmas story and gift (gift for children only).

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Children £15; Adults £10; Booking essential.

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Mon 23 Dec, 10.30am - 12noon

Christmas Weekend

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Experience magical Christmas weekends at Calke Abbey, with lights, illuminations and festive stalls for all the family. As darkness falls, follow a twinkling trail of lights through the Pleasure Grounds to the church, and catch a glimpse of the house and tunnels lit up in festive lights. In the Riding School, you’ll find a range of gift and food stalls, while Squirt’s Stable is packed full of Christmas cheer to keep the kids entertained. Please visit the website for full opening times, details and admission prices.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Free event; Parkland admission applies.

Sat 21 and Sun 22 Dec, 2 - 3.30pm

Visit from Santa Claus

Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, DE73 7GQ

Santa will be here every Saturday and Sunday in the run up to Christmas. He magically appears down the chimney in the Christmas Castle at 2pm with a present for all the girls and boys. And remember, Santa is free at Swarkestone.

Tel: 01332 700800 Email: info@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: Free.

Free

Sun 22 Dec, 2.30pm

Christmas Brass and Voices St Wystan’s Church, Willington Road, Repton, DE65 6FH

Cantabile Choir conclude their schedule of Christmas concerts in this splendid setting for a sumptuous feast of music; the final carol, sung by both choirs and the audience, accompanied by the brass quintet and organ.

Tel: 07860 101417 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.cantabilechoir.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Warming Winter Woolies A Christmas Family Craft Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join artist Kate Tilley for a special Christmas craft session using wool. Suitable for all the family.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £3.50 per child (£2 for siblings); Booking essential.

Mon 30 Dec, 2 - 3pm

Twixmas Walk

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Get out in the fresh air and walk off a few Christmas indulgences on this Twixmas walk around Calke Abbey. This one hour walk will take in parts of the new cycle way in the park. Sturdy footwear is advised. There are no stiles, but the route will include some uneven ground. No need to book, just turn up. Meet at the Round House in Calke Abbey car park at 2pm.

Tel: 01283 595906 Email: get.active@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £1.50 per person; Parkland admission also applies.

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January Thu 2 Jan – Mid Jan 2020 Mon – Fri: 9.45am - 4.45pm; Sun: 9.45am - 3.45pm

Ice Rink

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

All weather ‘covered’ outdoor real ice rink open for skating sessions, all ages catered for, refreshments available from the onsite restaurant, play area for the children also open. Parking and entry to café and play area free of charge.

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: icerink@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersgc.com Price: Peak ice skating - Adult £10; Child £6; Off peak ice skating - everybody skates for £5; Super peak ice skating - Adult £12; Child £7; Ice skating booking essential, please contact for details.

Fri 3 Jan, 5pm

Friday Half Price Nights Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Half price toboggan and ski/snowboard open practice every Friday after 5pm.

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Thu 9 Jan, 7.30 - 9pm

Willington History Group - Talk Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Illustrated talk by guest speaker Richard Stone on ‘The Pentrich Martyrs’ - the last planned uprising in British History - so far.

Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3 including refreshments.

Tue 14 Jan, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Ticknall Garden Club Monthly Talks Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

‘Every Picture Tells a Story’ by Don Billingham who holds the national collection of bromeliads.

Tel: 01530 467292 Email: melinda97bell@gmail.com www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: Visitors £3; Members £1.

Wed 15 Jan, 10 - 11am

Nordic Taster Sessions Elvaston Castle and Country Park, Borrowash Road (A6120), Elvaston, DE72 3EP

Try out our Nordic Walking taster session.

Walking, only smarter! Burn up to 40% more calories during your walk! This taster session will introduce you to the basics of Nordic Walking. Led by a qualified Nordic Walking instructor. Meet in the courtyard at 9.45am for 10am start.

Tel: 01283 595906 Email: get.active@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £3.50 if hiring poles; £1.75 if using your own; Booking essential as places are limited.

South Derbyshire History Sharpe’s Pottery Museum

Discover the once prolific pottery industry of South Derbyshire from bricks and toilets to elaborate art pottery. With an iconic kiln hovel at the centre and a permanent display of local pottery, the Museum has had some exciting new additions in recent years and is now home to a children’s outdoor playzone, Café Espresso, Heritage Lottery Funded ‘A Toilet Story’ exhibition and the ‘Story of The National Forest’ gallery.

01283 222 600 www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk West Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9DG info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4.30pm (last admission 4pm) Closed on Sundays Free entry and parking Free

The Magic Attic

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum is also home to ‘The Magic Attic’ local history archive.

The archive holds a wide range of material including newspapers, photos, maps and family history information for South Derbyshire and its surrounding areas. It was started in 1987 by local historians who were interested in preserving information about the area.

Shardlow Heritage Centre

The Centre gives a fascinating insight into this 18th Century transhipment port and village on the Trent & Mersey Canal.

The exhibitions feature local history, industries, transport and culture. There is a full size replica of a narrowboat back cabin and the chance for children to dress in costumes of the Edwardian period of canal boating.

01283 819 020 www.themagicattic.org.uk magicatticarch@gmail.com Opening Times: Mon 7pm-9.30pm; Tues 2pm-5pm; Thurs 2pm-5pm & 7pm-9.30pm; Sat 10am-1pm Free entry and parking Free

Thu 16 Jan, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Fri 17 Jan, 7.30 - 9.45pm

Acoustic Band “Off the Record” Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

“Off the Record” will take you on a musical journey through the decades from the 1920s to the 2000s featuring vocal harmonies, guitar, ukulele, harmonica and tin whistle.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £6 per person; Booking essential.

01332 792 489 www.shardlowheritage.eclipse.co.uk Canalside, London Road, Shardlow, Derbyshire DE72 2GA enquiries@shardlowheritage.eclipse.co.uk Opening Times: Easter to End of October Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays 12noon-5pm Free Free entry and parking

Tue 21 Jan, 7.30pm

Etwall and Burnaston Local History Society - Talk Etwall Methodist Schoolroom, Willington Road, DE65 6HX

Talk on Melbourne with speaker Philip Heath local historian.

Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.kerby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Price: £3 for visitors.

35 Mon 27 Jan, 7.30 - 9pm

Melbourne Civic Society - Talks Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Robert Bruce Napoleon Walker - a talk given

by Stephen Finders about this nineteenth century English trader, explorer and collector.

South Derbyshire Mining Preservation Group

Tel: 07970 752508 or 01332 864487 Email: a.roberts52@btinternet.com Price: Visitors £2.50 per person.

Explore the mining heritage of South Derbyshire, where mining is documented as early as the 13th Century. The collection of photographs, objects, books and other artefacts includes maps, equipment, signs, tools, models, lamps, baths, tallies & badges. The Mining Preservation Group was formed in 1999 with the aim of preserving and promoting South Derbyshire’s mining heritage.

Wed 29 Jan, 11.15am - 12.30pm

Guided Museum Tour

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join one of our volunteer tour guides for this informative walk around the Museum, discussing social history and delving into the past use of this iconic building. Meet at the reception desk, no need to book.

www.southderbyshiremining.co.uk Gresley Old Hall, Gresley Wood Road, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9QW Opening Times: Tuesdays 10am-12noon Free entry and parking Free

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Free Price: Free.

Thu 23 Jan, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Sat 25 Jan, 10.30am - 2pm

Open Mic

High Street, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 8JE

Up to thirty minute slots available for any musicians, singers, bands or buskers who want to showcase their talents. To book a free slot contact the organiser John Beer.

Tel: 07799 666522 Email: simonwardle1@gmail.com Facebook: Swadlincote Markets Price: Free.

ODEON Event Cinema

Your ticket to the greatest shows on Earth Lose yourself in the action of the world’s greatest performances, brought to you live via satellite or recorded, straight onto the big screen From captivating theatre, opera, music and dance, to exhilarating sporting events, you’ll never miss a moment

Free

Highlights include: Bolshoi Ballet Live: Swan Lake (2020) Royal Ballet – The Sleeping Beauty (2020) Andre Rieu – 70 Years Young Get ready for edge-of-your-seat shows like you’ve never seen them before, with breathtaking surround sound for an unforgettable, larger-than-life experience With ODEON Event Cinema you’ll always have the best seat in the house, with close-up action so real you’ll feel like you’re there

For further information ring 01283 559 060 or go to www.odeon.co.uk

Top rated places for a cuppa in Swadlincote

Café Espresso at Sharpe’s

Café Cru

Market Street Church Gresley DE11 9PN 01283 211169 café-cru.com

West Street, Swadlincote DE11 9DG sharpespottery museum.org.uk

Annie Maison

West Street, Swadlincote DE11 9DE 01283 220063 anniemaison.com

The Bluebell Tea Room

Belmont Street Swadlincote, DE11 8JU 01283 346648 thebluebelltearoom. co.uk

Coffee Shop at Masseys

Swadlincote Road Woodville, DE11 8DA 01283 217133 masseys-diy.co.uk

TripAdvisor - Highest rated cafés in Swadlincote, based on reviews; All have a five star Food Hygiene Rating

Thu 30 Jan, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Fri 31 Jan, 7.30 – 9pm

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JX

Relaxation Evening

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Ticknall Preservation and Historical Society Melbourne Wood with Philip Heath.

Local historian Philip will be telling us about Melbourne’s wooded history. The programme may be subject to change, please contact for confirmation.

Tel: 01283 762064 or 01530 810266 or 01332 862116 Email: celia.sanger@btinternet.com; hillcoleorton@yahoo.co.uk www.ticknalllife.co.uk/community Price: Visitors £2, including refreshments; Annual membership fee: Single £4; Couple £6.

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February

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Wed 5 Feb, 2.30 – 4pm

Fri 7 Feb, 5pm

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Valuation Day

Bamford’s Auctioneers will be in the Museum and will advise you on the value of your family heirlooms and treasured possessions both monetary and historic.

All proceeds going towards the upkeep of the Museum. Café on site open for refreshments.

Friday Half Price Nights

Half price toboggan and ski/snowboard open practice every Friday after 5pm.

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set.

Thu 6 Feb, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Thu 6 Feb, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Hilton and Marston History Group - Talk Hilton Methodist Chapel, Main Street, DE65 5FF

Walker Lane, the 19th Century Derby’s Whitechapel, is the subject of this month’s talk by guest speaker Jane Whitaker. Visitors very welcome.

Tel: 01283 733069 Email: hiltonhistory@gmail.com Price: Visitors £3.

Japan-UK

Season of Culture 2019-20 Derbyshire has enjoyed a unique international relationship with Toyota City in Japan since the establishment of the Toyota car plant at Burnaston The Japan-UK Season of Culture in the UK showcases Japanese culture and art

For further details of events in Derbyshire: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/toyotacity

Japan-UK Season of Culture 2019-20

Thu 13 Feb, 7.30 - 9pm

Willington History Group - Talk

Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Murder at Staunton Harold with Gay Evans - the story of Earl Ferrers, the last nobleman to be convicted of murder.

FOOTGOLF FootGolf is played on a golf course using a football The object of the game is to get the ball into the hole using only your feet in the fewest number of shots possible. FootGolf is a very addictive sport, combining the best of football and golf. The beauty of the game lies in your being able to strategically combine power and precision And, of course, it is open to everyone try it at

www.swadlincotegolfcentre.com 01283 229 839

Tue 11 Feb, 7.30 – 9.30pm

Ticknall Garden Club - Talk

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

The Wonderful World of Weeds; why are they so successful? By Sally Smith, a keen professional organic gardener.

Tel: 07847 621798 Email: melinda97bell@gmail.com www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: Visitors £3.

Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3, including refreshments; Booking essential.

Sat 15 and Sun 16 Feb, 10am - 3.45pm

NGS Open Garden - Melbourne

The Dower House, Church Square, Melbourne, DE73 8JH

Garden open for snowdrops and many other winter flowering plants including hellebores, daphnes, winter aconites, early crocus, early flowering iris, winter flowering honeysuckle and much more. The garden is on various levels, the lower level being unsuitable for wheelchairs but the woodland where most of the snowdrops reside is easily accessible to all visitors.

Tel: 01332 864756 or 07799 883777 Email: griseldakerr@btinternet.com Price: £4; Children free.

Sat 15 Feb, 7.30 - 10.30pm

Valentine Barn Dance

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Celebrate St.Valentine’s Day (a day later).

Bring your own champagne/drinks and snacks. Enjoy fun and frolics.

Tel: 01332 863501 Email: jane.clayton@btinternet.com Price: £10 per person; Booking essential.

Thu 13 Feb, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Sat 15 Feb, 7.30pm

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, Melbourne, DE73 8GF

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Tickets also available online at www.ticketsource.co.uk Price: £12.50.

Relaxation Evening

Glam 45

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

This great 4-piece band will bring you all your favourite 70s glam rock songs.

“A superb live sound and top night out.” Bar open and on stage from 8.30pm.

Mon 17 Feb, 10.30am - 12.30pm

Family Learning - Funky, Junky Puppet Making Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come and join us and make some Funky, Junky Puppets. All materials will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 01629 533290 Email: swadlincote.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk www.derbyshire.gov.uk/adulteducation Price: £2 per adult; £1 per child; Booking essential.

Swadlincote ODEON Silver Cinema

Silver Cinema is a series of film screenings for guests who are over 55. Tickets are from £3 each and include tea, coffee and biscuits before the film. Unwind and catch up with friends over aromatic tea and coffee and buttery biscuits as you get ready to be transported to another reality. Whether you’re watching a critically acclaimed classic or talk-of-thetown new release, we’ll lead you to another time, another place. Relax as we dim the lights, raise the curtain and bring the screen leaping to life. Inspiring biopics. Laugh-out-loud comedies. Ageless romances. Let us take you there.

Tue 18 Feb, 2 - 4pm

Wildlife Watch - Signs of Spring Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Drop in to the classroom anytime between 2pm and 3pm. Make origami pots and sow wild flower seeds to grow at home to give pollinators a helping hand. Then explore the site looking for signs of spring! Return to the classroom by 3.30pm for help with identification.

For further information ring 01283 559 060 or go to www.odeon.co.uk

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/ EnvironmentalEducation Price: £2.50 per child taking part.

Tue 18 Feb, 7.30pm

Thu 20 Feb, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Etwall and Burnaston Local History Society - Talk Etwall Methodist Schoolroom, Willington Road, DE65 6HX

Talk highlighting many unusual finds at Hansons Auctioneers, with guest speaker Jim Spencer. All welcome.

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.kerby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Price: £3 for visitors.

Healthy New Year For details of lots of physical activity and sporting activities in your local area visit www.healthiersouthderbyshire.org

Join in and cheer us on!

Teams of four people can enter the Pancake Relay Races You can be from a business, organisation or just a group of friends Company or organisation mascots can enter the Mascot Race – come along and promote your business £4 entry per team. All proceeds going to Sport Relief #Swadpancakeraces Winners receive trophies and medals South Derbyshire District Council Fancy dress and corporate wear are welcome

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Wed 26 Feb, 5.30 - 8pm

10 Chestnut Way, Repton, DE65 6FQ

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

NGS Snowdrops - Repton

Enjoy a walk around this woodland garden where there are thousands of snowdrops including an increasing collection of special varieties and lots of other interesting plants in a fabulous garden that is waking up after Winter. Soup and cakes will be on sale in the conservatory. All proceeds towards the National Garden Scheme (NGS) which supports nursing and caring charities.

Tel: 01283 702267 Email: rlittleq@gmail.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: £4 per person; Children free.

Mon 24 Feb, 7.30 - 9pm

Melbourne Civic Society - Talk

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Thinking of Starting a Business?

Have you ever wondered about running your own business? Or recently become self-employed? This event will provide an introduction to everything that you need to think about to be your own boss, including any grants and loans that may be available.

It is open to all, with help and advice on offer from the South Derbyshire Business Advice Service (supported by South Derbyshire District Council).

Tel: 01283 595791 Email: business@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/ businessnewsevents Free Price: Free; Booking essential.

The Butterley Company’s Greatest 19th Century Engineers - a talk given by Timothy Castledine. All welcome to come along.

Tel: 07970 752508 or 01332 864487 Email: a.roberts52@btinternet.com Price: Visitors £2.50.

Tue 25 Feb, 12noon – 2pm

Swadlincote Pancake Races

The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AH

Come and watch the annual Shove Tuesday pancake races with teams from local businesses, schools, organisations and groups competing for the coveted Golden Frying Pan. Enjoy a freshly-made pancake and a hot coffee. Why not enter a team?

Contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre for further information.

Autumn/Winter Community Wood Fuel Days

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Free Price: Free.

Wed 26 Feb, 11.15am – 12.30pm

Guided Museum Tour

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join one of our volunteer tour guides for this informative walk around the Museum, discussing social history and delving into the past use of this iconic building. Meet at the reception desk, no need to book.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Free Price: Free.

Supervised ‘Cut & Collect’ your own wood fuel sessions at Swadlincote Woodlands Bookable in advance (spaces are limited) For dates and sessions contact: The Parklife Officer on 01283 228766 Cultural.Services@southderbyshire.gov.uk

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If you would like your event included in the next edition (March 2020 – June 2020) or would like to advertise in the publication, please contact Swadlincote TIC on 01283 222 848

Open Mic

High Street, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 8JE

Thirty minute slots available for any musicians, singers, bands or buskers who want to showcase their talents. To book a free slot contact the organiser John Beer.

Tel: 07799 666522 Email: simonwardle1@gmail.com Facebook: Swadlincote Markets Price: Free.

Thu 27 Feb, 6.15 - 7.30pm

Relaxation Evening

Swadlincote Chiropractic and Wellbeing Clinic, 6 Hill Street, DE11 8HL

Join us to relax, unwind and release the stresses of your day in a comfortable setting with qualified hypnotherapists Lucinda and Alison.

Tel: 07999 552508 Email: synergymindandbody@aol.com Price: £5 payable in advance; Booking essential.

Fri 28 Feb, 7.30 – 9pm

Ticknall Preservation and Historical Society - Talk

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JX

Galaxies one giga year at a time with Julian Onions. Julian talks on galaxies from birth to death. The programme may be subject to change, please contact for confirmation.

Tel: 01283 762064 or 01530 810266 or 01332 862116 Email: celia.sanger@btinternet.com; hillcoleorton@yahoo.co.uk www.ticknalllife.co.uk/community Price: Visitors £2, including refreshments; Annual membership fee: Single £4; Couple £6.

Free

Sat 29 Feb, 7.30pm

Cash and Carter Together

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

‘Cash and Carter Together’ brings you an authentic recreation of the Johnny Cash live show, featuring his unique collaborations with wife June Carter-Cash, and backed by professional musicians in a full stage show with video, soundscapes and stories. The show captures the soul of the Cash Carter legacy, with feeling, integrity and humour.

Bar open and music starts from 8pm.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Tickets also available online at www.ticketsource.co.uk Price: £10.

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CURLY MAGPIE & FRIENDS

THE VINTAGE KIOSK

THE BLUEBELL TEA ROOM

CHURCHILLS TRADITIONAL SWEET SHOP

Memory Lane Antique Shop

26A High Street - 01283 229 282 www.salts-swadlincote.co.uk A diverse stock of vintage, retro, antique and modern gifts, interior and unique items, artwork and local craft work, following an industrial (steampunk) theme

64-66 High Street - 07960 689 582 Facebook: @TheVintageKiosk A modest shop full of vintage furniture and homewares

56 High Street www.giftsandsweets.co.uk Experience a traditional sweet shop boasting over 200 varieties, from old favourites to sugar free sweets, authentic American candy and gifts for any budget

61-63 High Street www.curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk A place where local makers, designers and vintage traders come together under one roof to create a magnificent, creative and tantalising collective hub offering vintage delights and beautiful handmade gifts

2 Belmont Street - 01283 346 648 www.thebluebelltearoom.co.uk Hot and cold beverages, scrumptious cakes, light bites, lunches and afternoon tea, all served on vintage crockery in a homely setting

The Kiosk, Midland Road - 07584 095 601 memory-lane-antique-store.business.site A selection of antique, collectible and vintage items to suit all tastes from large items of furniture to cuff-links and everything in between