What's On Guide - Spring 2019

What’s On in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Spring 2019

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Welcome... to the Spring 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

Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre

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the national forest

walking festival 18th-30th May 2019

Walks for all ages and abilities to enjoy Guided and themed walks & activities Beautiful places to explore Places to stay from B&Bs to Forest Lodges www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk

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Spring

Highlights...

Spring is here and now is the time to get out and enjoy it in South Derbyshire with a great line up of events ...

Join the Easter Bunny for some eggciting fun on the Golden Egg Trail at Elvaston Castle Country Park Meet the animals with lambing at Calke, a Nature Detective’s Walk at Rosliston and a Mini Farmer Experience at Betty’s Farm Make a date for the big events with Catton Park hosting the Horse Trials and the Bearded Theory Festival and Swadlincote staging the Festival of Transport and the Festival of Leisure Weekend Experience the National Forest with walks, talks, open gardens, cycle rides and bluebell woods Enjoy live performances, from acclaimed theatre at Melbourne Assembly Rooms to new singers and musicians at the Open Mic on The Delph market square in Swadlincote Learn about the village of Hatton’s fascinating industrial history with the Salt Brook Heritage Trail and exhibition Try something creative with bush craft, baking, painting, belly dancing, stippling, taiko drumming, raku ceramics, wet felting, papercraft and dragon mask making Celebrate annual village events, including Astonbury, Etwall Well Dressing Festival, Hatton Duck Race, the Midsummerish Music Festival, Newton Solney Village Festival and Willington Carnival, along with Scarecrow Trails in Repton and Weston on Trent

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March

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What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Fri 1 Mar, 10am - 12noon

Sun 3 Mar, 6 Week Course, 10.30am - 1pm

Swadlincote Library, Civic Way, DE11 0AD

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Cupcake Pincushion Workshop Try your hand at sewing a cupcake pincushion at this adult workshop; Materials provided but places are limited.

Tel: 01629 533013 Email: swadlincote.library@derbyshire.gov.uk www.derbyshire.gov.uk/leisure/libraries Free Price: Free; Booking essential.

Fri 1 - Fri 29 Mar, 10am - 4pm

Barry Morson – Photography Exhibition

Think Like a Tree

Explore principles derived from nature - this programme covering six Sunday mornings will guide you step-by-step through a design cycle that can be used for a wide range of personal circumstances, relationships, health, wellbeing, leisure and work. www.thinklikeatree.co.uk www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £120 (£60 deposit).

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

Sun 3 Mar, 11am - 12noon

View a series of images in the café from local photographer Barry Morson.

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

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

Sat 2 Mar, 2 - 8pm

Walk into Spring

Meet near the Ticket Office for this lovely one hour walk around Calke.

Tel: 07977 439309 Email: tor.adams@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £1 per person plus Parkland entry fee.

StrEATfood Social

Sun 3 Mar, 11am - 4pm

Woodville Box Club, 3 High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 7EH

Vintage Fair

Swadlincote’s street food event - a unique blend of music, entertainment and food & drink, including Fat Snags hotdogs, Gyro Guys (Greek), Patty Freaks burgers, Spice Chumchi (Indian) and Belgian Waffle TUK, plus beers from around the world, rum, gin and prosecco.

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Browse through a range of stalls in the Riding School to find unique and vintage gifts – from fashion to homeware - there’s something for all tastes at this popular vintage fair.

Facebook: Streatfood Social Price: Entry £2 per person; Under 15 free.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Event free; Parkland entry required - Adult £4.20; Child £2.10; Family £10.50; National Trust Members - Free entry.

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Tue 5 Mar, 10am - 12noon

Thu 7 Mar, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Meet the Miners – SDMPG

AGM – Hilton & Marston History Group

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

South Derbyshire Mining Preservation Group invites you to this social, chatty morning reviving old memories and exploring the large collection of mining memorabilia and photographs open for visitors every Tuesday morning; Includes tea and coffee. Larger group visits by arrangement.

Tel: 01530 412116 Email: keithmoore1929@gmail.com www.southderbyshiremining.co.uk Price: Free entry and parking.

Methodist Chapel, Main Street, Hilton, DE65 5FF

Join the Group for their Annual General Meeting. Please contact for further information.

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

Fri 8 Mar, 7pm Free

Tue 5 Mar, 12noon – 2pm

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

Come and watch the annual Shrove 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.

Psychic Supper with Kraftiz Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Sit with three different psychics during the evening, whilst enjoying a delicious supper served at your table.

Tel: 07971 268943 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com Price: £15.

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

Wed 6 Mar, 2.30 - 4pm

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

Bring along your valued items; Learn about their history and today’s value with expert advice from Bamford Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set; All proceeds to the upkeep of the Museum.

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 Highlights include: Royal Opera House: Faust (live) 2019 National Theatre Live: All My Sons Royal Ballet: Romeo and Juliet (live) 2019 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

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Tue 12 Mar, 11am - 2pm

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Mindfulness & Meditation Join Whistlewood for this one day event to explore the beautiful art of mindfulness and meditation and how to bring this into your life. Enjoy this experimental day - there will be guided meditations and time for enquiry and reflection - all set in wonderful surroundings.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £40, to include homemade lunch and refreshments.

Sat 9 Mar, 10am - 4pm

Creative Treat Day – Coptic Bookbinding Swadlincote Adult Education Centre, Rink Drive, Swadlincote, DE11 8JL

Join ‘The Small Print Company’ and make a decorative A5 hard-backed journal or sketchbook with traditional hand-stitched binding; A technique which dates back over 2,000 years.

Tel: 01629 533090 Email: DACES.courses@derbyshire.gov.uk www.derbyshire.gov.uk/adulteducation Price: £80, to include materials, refreshments and lunch.

Bonhams Valuation Day Bring your silver, jewellery, pictures, ceramics, furniture, clocks and works of art to be valued by expert auctioneers.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Event free; Parkland entry required Adults £4.20; Child £2.10; Family £10.50; National Trust Members - free.

Tue 12 Mar, 7.30 - 9pm

Woodland Gems – Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Gardening Club and guest speaker Dr Andrew Ward of Norwell Nurseries. Plants will also be for sale.

Tel: 01283 562161 Email: wendygale@hotmail.co.uk www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3.

Thu 14 Mar, 7.30 - 9pm

Lace-Makers – Illustrated Talk Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Join Willington History Group and guest speaker Kate Hession for this illustrated talk on ‘Lace-Makers – Women on the Canals’.

Sat 9 Mar, 2.30 - 4.30pm

Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3, to include refreshment.

Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 0AD

Fri 15 Mar, 10 - 11am

Djembe Drumming

Have fun and play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No experience necessary and plenty of drums available.

This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £4.

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Saplings Pre-School Outdoor Experiences Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Fun outdoor activities aimed at 1-4 year olds. Be prepared to get a little mucky!

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Child £7; Adult free; Booking essential.

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Understanding Watercolour – Workshop White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 7JN

Michael Lakin explains the colour wheel and how it works - mixing colours to match subject matter and making colour charts.

A day full of useful information. Please contact for further information and to book.

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Sat 16 & Sun 17 Mar, 11am - 3.30pm

Lambing at Home Farm

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

This is a wonderful opportunity to see the new-born lambs from Calke’s rare-breed Portland sheep flock. Learn a little more about the lambing season this Spring and watch the lambs bouncing around - you may see a lamb being born!

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: From £70 per day course.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Garden and Parkland entry required - Adults £9.70; Child £4.85; Family £24.25; National Trust Members - Free of all charges.

Sat 16 Mar, 10.30am - 12.30pm or 1 - 3pm

Sun 17 Mar, 11am

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

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Fused Glass Workshop

A choice of two workshops led by fused glass art expert Angela Ashton. You are helped to design a unique piece of glass - a great idea for a Mother’s Day gift.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £25, to include refreshments.

Fields, Lanes, Plantations & Country Park Walk Join Derby & South Derbyshire Ramblers for this 5 mile walk, starting at Ticknall Village Hall. Please telephone the organiser to ensure this walk is suitable for you.

Tel: 01332 703424 www.derbyramblers.org.uk Price: Free.

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Sat 16 Mar, Beginners & Improvers 10.30am - 1pm; Intermediate 2 - 4.30pm

Sun 17 Mar, 2 - 5pm

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

You can purchase tea, coffee and a multitude of homemade cakes. Prosecco will also be available to enjoy with your cake plus various stalls selling a variety of items – all proceeds donated to the nominated Well Dressing Charity.

Tribal Taiko Drumming

Workshops are held monthly. No previous drumming experience is necessary but please note this can be a rigorous activity and requires a degree of fitness. This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £20 per session; Booking essential.

Aston Well Dressing Afternoon Tea Aston on Trent Village Hall, Chellaston Lane, DE72 2AX

Tel: 07739 037890 Email: chris-hopkinson@hotmail.co.uk www.astonwelldressers.co.uk Price: Free entry.

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The Real Dad’s Army – Talk

Etwall Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, DE65 6HX

Join Etwall & Burnaston Local History Society and guest speaker Jed Jaggard. If you are a fan of Dad’s Army you will not want to miss this!

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

Breedon & Staunton Harold – Walk Melbourne Hall Car Park, DE73 8JH

Join Derby & South Derbyshire Ramblers for this 8½ mile walk. Please telephone the walk leader first to ensure this walk is suitable for you.

Free

Wed 20 Mar, 2 - 4pm

Those Were the Days, Weren’t They - Talk Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Was life better and happier in days gone by? It was the end of rationing and the birth of rock ‘n’ roll! Join guest speaker Alan Hiley for this illustrated talk. Alan also shares his links with Derby Co-operative Society and Midland Railway.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50, includes refreshment.

Thu 21 Mar, 12noon - 2pm

Mini Farmer Experience Betty’s Farm & Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

A hands on, behind the scenes, experience allowing children to handle and feed the farm animals.

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: £10 per child.

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

March Saturday 23rd – Marske United April Saturday 6th – Sheffield FC Saturday 13th – AFC Mansfield Mon 22nd – Loughborough Dynamo

Wed 20 Mar, 10.30am

Tel: 01332 769579 www.derbyramblers.org.uk Price: Free.

Watch great football in South Derbyshire

Moat Ground, Moat Street, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9RE Phone: 01283 216315 Email: info@gresleyfc.com Web: www.gresleyfc.com Prices: Adults £8, concessions £5 Under 13’s (with full paying adult) £1

Sat 23 Mar, 10am

Led Family Cycle Ride Maurice Lea Memorial Park, Common Road, Church Gresley, DE11 9NW

Enjoy a family cycle ride following the Conkers Circuit and exploring the National Forest. This two hour ride is perfect for families. Please bring your own bike and meet at the Bandstand in the park.

Telephone to book your place.

Tel: 07966 490813 Email: alex.rowley-kearns@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Free.

Free

Sat 23 Mar, 10am - 2pm

Learn to Ride

Maurice Lea Memorial Park, Common Road, Church Gresley, DE11 9NW

A traffic-free environment, ideal for those who cannot ride a bike yet, giving you the skills needed to confidently ride a bike on your own. Bike hire available - please confirm if required when you book your place. Suitable for age 4+.

Tel: 07966 490813 Email: alex.rowley-kearns@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Free.

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Lunar Society Supper Club

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

A pop up restaurant social evening, around the time of the full moon. Enjoy a tasty two course vegetarian meal prepared by Andy Mason, the Suburban Peasant. Please bring your own alcoholic beverages. Guest speaker Claire Hattersley will be talking about the effects of the moon.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £20.

Sat 23 Mar, 7.30pm

Up On the Roof – Show Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Enjoy the songs of James Taylor and Carole King with a live six-piece band in a great theatre show. Licensed bar available.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: £10.

Sun 24 Mar, 10 - 11.30am

Button Brooch Workshop Betty’s Farm & Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

Learn how to make a button brooch, hosted

by Ollie-Bobs. A perfect gift for Mother’s Day or bring Mum along for a morning of crafting followed by tea and cake.

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: £14.

The History of Melbourne Wood & AGM Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join Melbourne Civic Society for their Annual General Meeting followed by a talk from guest speaker Philip Heath.

Tel: 01332 865760 Email: pamadams56@yahoo.co.uk www.melbournecivicsociety.org.uk Price: £2.

Mon 25 Mar, 7.30pm

SDBG AGM & Social Evening Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Join South Derbyshire Badger Group for their Annual General Meeting and enjoy a social evening.

Tel: 07754 094177 Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk www.southderbyshirebagergroup.co.uk Price: £3.

Wed 27 Mar, 11am - 12.15pm

Guided Museum Tour

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

Join one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides for a tour around the Museum, Kiln and buildings. No booking required, please meet at the reception desk.

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

Thu 28 Mar, 10.30am

Knowle Hill & Foremark Reservoir Walk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Sun 24 Mar, 10am - 4pm

Crafting Dabble Day – Kraftiz Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Amazing craft day comprising of five workshops and lunch. Free goody bags, raffle, tombola and much more. Please telephone for further information and to book.

Tel: 07971 268943 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com Price: £50.

Enjoy this six mile circular heritage walk led by Dot Morson, incorporating Knowle Hill and a section of the National Forest Way along the shore of Foremark Reservoir.

The terrain will be woodland and field paths. Please bring a packed lunch and drink. The walk will also include 8 stiles. No dogs are allowed on this walk.

Tel: 01283 760639 Email: magicatticarch@gmail.com www.magicattic.org.uk Price: Free; Donation to the Magic Attic gratefully received.

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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 highstreet 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 Swadlincote Town Team Facebook and Twitter or search for #Swadoffers and #SDwhatson Swadlincote Market Town of The National Forest Fri 29 Mar, 10 - 11am

Sun 31 Mar, 10am - 12.30pm or 1.30 - 4pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Fun outdoor activities aimed at 1-4 year olds - be prepared to get a little mucky!

Designed with Mothers in mind, join artist Stevie Davies for a fun session working with glass fusing techniques. You will be guided through the process before spending time creating your own designs.

Saplings Pre-school Outdoor Experiences

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Child £7; Adult free; Booking essential.

Fri 29 Mar, 7.30 - 9pm

The Life of Edith Piaf – Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Join Ticknall Preservation Society and guest speaker Julie Ede for this illustrated historical talk.

Tel: 01530 810266 Email: hillcoleorton@yahoo.co.uk www.ticknalllife.co.uk/community Price: £2, to include refreshments.

Glitzy Glass – Mother’s Day Workshop

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

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April

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Mon 1 - Tue 30 Apr, 10am - 4pm

Tue 2 Apr, 10am - 12noon

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

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

John Smith grew up in a mining community and through his exhibition he pays tribute to his mining heritage and a time that has long gone. Last orders in Café Espresso are at 3.30pm if you are going to enjoy a drink whilst viewing.

South Derbyshire Mining Preservation Group invites you to this social, chatty morning reviving old memories and exploring the large collection of mining memorabilia and photographs open for visitors every Tuesday morning; Includes tea and coffee. Larger group visits by arrangement.

‘Faces at the Face’ Art Exhibition

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

Mon 1 - Tue 30 Apr, 10am - 4pm

Salt Brook Heritage Trail Exhibition Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Exhibition celebrating the Trail by the People Express arts organisation - telling the story of the village of Hatton’s industries.

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

‘Meet the Miners’ – SDMPG

Tel: 01530 412116 Email: keithmoore1929@gmail.com www.southderbyshiremining.co.uk Price: Free entry and parking.

Free

Tue 2 Apr, 5.30 - 7.30pm

Tourism & Rural Business Advice Fair Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Do you run a business, or are you thinking of diversifying your farm or starting a business in the tourism and leisure sector?

This drop-in event, part of English Tourism Week, aims to help businesses start, grow and develop. Meet a range of professionals from the industry and find out about grants and funding to develop your business. A great opportunity to network with other local businesses - and swop your leaflets!

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

17 Wed 3 Apr-Sept, 1.30 - 5.30pm

Melbourne Hall Gardens Opening Day 2019 Church Square, DE73 8EN

The Gardens are open on a Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday plus Bank Holiday Monday afternoons until September. Take the opportunity to enjoy the sweeping lawns, avenues and long Yew tunnel, together with the famous wrought iron pagoda created by Robert Bakewell. This year you can also see the miniature horses, Whisper and Sparkle, along with Suri breed Alpacas - Carlos, Edgar, Benjamin and Theo!

Tel: 01332 862502 Email: melbhall@globalnet.co.uk www.melbournehallgardens.com Price: Adult £6; Concession/Child 5-15yrs £5; Family £17; Season Ticket £30.

Wed 3 Apr, 2.30 - 4pm

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

Bring along your valued items. Learn about their history and today’s value with expert advice from Bamford Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set; All proceeds to the upkeep of the Museum.

Thu 4 Apr, 7.30pm

Don Kipper in Concert Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

The traditional music of the Mediterranean comes alive with this seven-piece band.

Soulful and energetic music that will have you heading to the dance floor. Licensed bar available.

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

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Mary Queen of Scots - Talk

Imprinting the Wild - Workshop

Methodist Chapel, Main Street, Hilton, DE65 5FF

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Join Hilton & Marston History Group and guest speaker David Templeman for this talk on ‘The Captive Queen in England 1568-84’. All welcome.

This workshop is for anyone who wants to take time out of their busy lives to reconnect creatively with the wild world around them - using nature to enhance and develop their writing and artistic skills.

Enjoy a walk round the site and make a series of eco-friendly collagraph prints to accompany your writing. Learn how to bind your work into a simple artist’s book.

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

Fri 5 Apr, 7pm

Gin, Fizz & Shopping!

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

A great night of drinks and shopping with ‘Best Kept Secret’. Licensed bar will also be available.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: Please telephone for details.

Sat 6 Apr, 9.30am - 5pm

Wild Food & Wilderness Cookery Spring Wood, Lount Road, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

Gain inspiration and understanding about some of the tasty wild foods available in our woodlands and countryside. You will gain confidence in identifying various plants/fungi and use them in a variety of ways.

Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £74 per person; £130 for two persons.

Sat 6 Apr, 10.30am - 2.30pm

Walking Stick Making Workshop Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Make a traditional hiking or pilgrim stick, shepherd’s crook, hook or contemporary design stick from scratch. Discuss the nature, purpose and use of hiking sticks. All tools and finishing oils supplied.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £35, including a home cooked lunch.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £50, including a home cooked lunch; Limited concessionary places available.

Sun 7 Apr, 10am - 4pm

Country Food & Drink Fair Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Celebrate local food that’s grown, raised, baked or caught locally. Enjoy the best of the season with some delicious food & drink, and treat yourself to something tasty!

Tel: 01332 832822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Event free; Parkland admission applies.

Tue 9 Apr, 7.30 - 9pm

Wild about Violas – Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Gardening Club and guest speaker Jack Willgoss of Wildegoose Nurseries and the home of Bouts Violas.

Tel: 01283 562161 Email: wendygale@hotmail.co.uk www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3.

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 19 Thu 11 Apr, 9.30am - 12.30pm

Job Opportunities Day

Green Bank Leisure Centre, Civic Way, Swadlincote, DE11 0AD

Find your future direction! If you are unemployed, thinking of becoming selfemployed, looking for a new career or wanting to develop your skills then this event is for you. Learn all about a huge range of training and opportunities available in the local area, including apprenticeships, jobs and volunteering.

Lots of advice on offer for you and your family, whatever your age.

Free Price: Free entry and parking.

Thu 11 Apr, 7.30 - 9pm

A Victorian Governess’ Life – Talk Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Join Willington History Group and guest speaker Liz Keeley for this illustrated talk.

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

Fri 12 Apr, 10 - 11am

Saplings Pre-school Outdoor Experiences Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Fun outdoor activities aimed at 1-4 year olds. Be prepared to get a little mucky!

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Child £7; Adult free; Booking essential.

Sat 13 Apr, 9.30am - 4pm

Introductory Bush Craft Day Spring Wood, Lount Road, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

A great day grasping the basic skills of bush craft, to include effective shelter construction, efficient fire lighting, successful friction fire lighting, along with string making, wild food tasting and much more.

Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £85 per person; £130 for two persons.

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 21 Sat 13 Apr, 10am - 4pm

Sun 14 Apr, 10am - 12noon

White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 7JN

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

Learn the basics of drawing and painting, understanding the many techniques to create a small botanical illustration. All materials provided including a free ‘Paint It’ book to take home.

Learn how to make your own beautiful rag wreath using recycled fabric, creating a unique and special Easter themed decoration. Perfect to give as an alternative Easter gift.

Sat 13 Apr, Beginners & Improvers 10.30am - 1pm; Intermediate 2 - 4.30pm

Sun 14 Apr, 11am

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

Join Derby & South Derbyshire Ramblers for this five mile walk, starting from Repton, along the River Trent and back through fields and villages. Please telephone the walk leader for further information and to make sure the walk is suitable for you.

Beginners Art Workshop

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: From £70 per day course.

Tribal Taiko Drumming

Workshops are held monthly. No previous drumming experience is necessary, but please note this can be a rigorous activity and requires a degree of fitness. This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £20 per session; Booking essential.

Sun 14 Apr, 9.30 - 11.30am

The Late, Late Breakfast Walk Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Enjoy a pleasant walk through the lesser used paths of the Forestry Centre and into Rosliston Village, stopping at ‘The Honey Pot Tea Rooms’ for breakfast (optional and not included in the fee) before heading back.

Tel: 07977 439309 Email: tor.adams@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £1.50 for walk only.

Easter Rag Wreath Workshop

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: £20.

Repton to Newton Solney Walk Repton Church Layby Parking, Willington Road, DE65 6FH

Tel: 01332 666294 www.derbyramblers.org.uk/walks Price: Free.

Free

Sun 14 Apr, 12noon - 3pm

Shardlow Heritage Centre Preview Exhibition Shardlow Heritage Centre, London Road, DE72 2GA

You are invited to view the exhibition for the 2019 season which includes copies of many historical documents and photographs that tell the story of this important Inland Port. This year will feature the impact of the Great War on the village and village weddings over the last hundred years. Refreshments will be provided.

Tel: 01332 792489 Email: enquiries@shardlowheritage.eclipse.co.uk www.shardlowheritage.eclipse.co.uk Free Price: Free.

22 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Mon 15 Apr, 10.30 - 11.30am or Tue 16 Apr, 2 - 4pm 1 - 2pm or 2.30 - 3.30pm Wildlife Watch – Egg Box

Fused Glass Workshops

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

Spring into Easter and introduce the children to fused glass art with Angela Ashton. Children will learn how to create their own souvenir artwork using glass. All materials included for one item; Additional items cost £5 each.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £15 per child inclusive for one item; Booking essential.

Tue 16 Apr, 10.30 - 11.30am or 12noon - 1pm

Spring into Science – Family Learning Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come and join Swadlincote Adult Community Education team for some super science! Make a balloon powered car and other fun stuff in this free workshop.

All materials provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 01629 533290 Email: swadlincote.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk www.derbyshire.gov.uk/adulteducation Free Price: Free; Booking essential.

Tue 16 Apr, 1 - 3pm

Mini Farmer Experience Betty’s Farm & Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

A hands on, behind the scenes experience, allowing children to handle and feed the farm animals.

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: £10 per child.

Scavenger Hunt

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Is it an Easter egg box? No, it’s a treasure chest! Collect, or bring your own egg box if possible, decorate your ‘treasure chest’ in the classroom, then walk around the site to fill your chest with natural treasure.

Suitable for ages 4-12 years.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per child.

Tue 16 Apr, 7.30pm

Derbyshire Adventurers and Explorers Etwall Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, DE65 6HX

Join Etwall & Burnaston Local History Society and guest speaker Shirley Horton for this (Part 2) talk.

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

Tue 16 & Wed 17 Apr

Try Ski & Board Activity Camp Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

New for 2019 – mixed try ski and board days. A beginner lesson in both sports, plus snow-tubing, tobogganing and drop slide plus some crafty fun too. Ski only days are also available, please telephone for further information and to book.

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £30 per child or two places for £50.

Nature’s Bounty!

South Derbyshire has great farm shops and garden centres offering local food & drink and plants & flowers, including: Betty’s Farm Butchery, Farm Shop & Tearooms, Willington 01283 703582

www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk

Calke Abbey Restaurant, Café and Calke Pantry, Ticknall 01332 863822

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey

Chapmans Nurseries & Topiary Tearoom, Rosliston 01283 543546

www.chapmans-nurseries.co.uk

Garden King, Newhall 01283 550516

www.gardenking.co.uk

Highfields Happy Hens Farm Shop & Tea Room, Etwall 01283 732083

www.highfieldshappyhens.co.uk

Scaddows Farm Shop & Pick Your Own, Ticknall 01332 865709

www.scaddowsfarm.co.uk

Swarkestone Nursery & Garden Centre (with Restaurant) 01332 700800

www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk

Firs Farm Nursery & Pippins Coffee Shop, Scropton 01283 520331

www.firsfarmnursery.co.uk

Heaths Farm Shop & Nursery, Melbourne 01332 862645

www.heathsfarmshop.co.uk

Planters at Bretby (with Restaurant) 01283 703355

www.plantersatbretby.com

Stanton Nurseries 01283 214144

www.stantonnurseries.weebly.com

The Beetroot Tree Farm Shop & Coffee House, Mercia Marina 01283 707325

www.merciamarina.co.uk

The Shed (Farm Shop, Kitchen, Coffee), Hilton 07757 793463

Facebook: TheShedatHilton

Tori and Ben’s Butchery & Farm Shop, Kings Newton 01332 865698

www.toriandbensfarm.co.uk

Wyevale Garden Centre & Garden Kitchen Restaurant, Findern 01332 514268

www.wyevalegardencentres.co.uk

Please contact for opening times (some not open all year round)

24 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Wed 17 Apr, 2 - 4pm Sat 20 Apr, 2.30 - 4.30pm

‘Origin of Sayings’ Part 1 – Talk

Djembe Drumming

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

Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 0AD

Where did that saying come from? Join guest speaker Ian Hingley as he takes a fascinating historical walk through the curious meanings and origins of popular local words and phrases up to modern times. No booking required.

Have fun and play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No experience necessary and plenty of drums available.

This workshop is suitable for people aged 16+.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50, including refreshment.

Fri 19 Apr, 10.30am - 3.30pm

Elvaston Golden Egg Trail Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, DE72 3EP

Join the team and the Easter Bunny for some eggciting Easter fun. Hop on down and follow the famous Elvaston Golden Egg Trail (less than 1 mile) to claim a chocolate treat. Meet at the Information Centre & Shop. This is a drop-in event with no specific start time.

Tel: 01629 533870 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/elvaston Price: £4 per child.

Fri 19 Apr, 6 - 7pm

Hartshorne Cricket Club Junior Training Admiral Rodney Car Park, Main Street, Hartshorne, DE11 7ES

Every Friday evening for girls and boys aged 5 - 13 years. All levels of experience catered for. Teams organised for under 9, 11, 13 and 17 years. All equipment provided. Please contact for more information.

Tel: 07850 508247 Email: jonathan.white@nahl.co.uk www.pitchero.com/clubs/ hartshornecricketclub Price: £4 per session.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £4.

Mon 22 Apr, 10am - 5pm

Easter Bank Holiday Bonanza Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Enjoy the twists and turns of the toboggan run (3 runs), the slide and drop (3 slides) and the snow-tubing (30 mins). Suitable for 4-7 years only. Why not try an Alpine Avalanche Hot Chocolate during your visit?

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: Child £10.

Tue 23 Apr, 2 - 4pm

Wildlife Watch – Slugs and Snails Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Do you know your nursery rhymes? Find slugs and snails but not puppy dog’s tails!

Where can you find slugs and snails, what conditions do they need to survive and what do they eat? Explore the site and record finds, then return to the classroom by 3.30pm for help with identification Suitable for ages 4-12 years.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per group/set of equipment.

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 25 Tue 23 & Wed 24 Apr

Wed 24 Apr, 1 - 3pm

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

Swadlincote Woodlands, Derby Road, DE11 8LP

Try Ski & Board Activity Camp New for 2019 – mixed try ski and board days. A beginner lesson in both sports, plus snow-tubing, tobogganing and drop slides, plus some crafty fun too. Ski only days are also available. Please telephone for further information and to book.

Tel: 01283 890089 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £30 per child or two places for £50.

Wed 24 Apr, 11am - 12.15pm

Guided Museum Tour

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

Join one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides for a tour around the Museum, Kiln and buildings. No booking required. Please meet at the reception desk.

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

Birds & Blossom

You are invited to join this free family learning session! Discover your local wildlife in Springtime and have fun making some Spring-themed crafts. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet on the car park.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: swadlincote.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Free Price: Free.

Thu 25 Apr, 1.30pm

Bluebells & Bretby Estate Walk Bretby Garden Centre, Knights Lane, DE15 0QS

Take part in this 3¾ mile heritage walk through Bretby village and the wider estate of Bretby Park, discovering links with Disraeli and Howard Carter. The terrain includes quiet country lanes, woodland and field paths with a chance of bluebells in flower. Sorry but no dogs allowed on this walk.

Tel: 01283 760639 Email: magicatticarch@gmail.com www.magicattic.org.uk Free Price: Free; Donations to The Magic Attic gratefully received.

Fri 26 Apr, 10 - 11am

Saplings Pre-school Outdoor Experiences Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Fun outdoor activities aimed at 1-4 year olds - be prepared to get a little mucky!

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-the-town 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.

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 Price: Child £7; Adult free; Booking essential.

26 Fri 26 Apr, 10.30 - 11.30am or 12noon - 1pm

Dragon Day – Family Learning Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come and join Swadlincote Adult Community Education team for some dragon fun! Make your own clay dragon, mask or puppet in this free workshop.

All materials provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Fri 26 Apr, 7.30 - 9pm

The History of Palitoy – Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Join Ticknall Preservation Society and guest speaker Bob Brechin for this illustrated historical talk.

Tel: 01530 810266 Email: hillcoleorton@yahoo.co.uk www.ticknalllife.co.uk/community Price: £2, including refreshments.

OPEN MIC

On The Delph Swadlincote Sat 27 April Sat 29 June 10.30am - 2pm Thirty minute slots available for any musicians, singers, bands or buskers who want to showcase their talents

To book a slot contact John Beer on 07799 666 522 Facebook: Swadlincote Markets The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AH

Sat 27 Apr, 9.30am - 4pm

Sat 27 Apr, 10.30am - 2pm

Spring Wood, Lount Road, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

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

Introductory Bush Craft Day A great mini adventure for all the family build a good shelter, create fire by friction, make effective pot hangers for over the fire and sample something tasty from the wild.

Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: Adult £45; Child (Under 16) £25; Max 3 children per adult.

Sat 27 Apr, 10am - 4pm

Craft Fair – Melbourne Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Indoor craft fair with over twenty stalls selling a great variety of gifts and food.

Café open on site. Something of interest for everyone.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Free Price: Free.

Open Mic on The Delph Thirty minute slots available for any musicians, singers, bands or buskers who want to showcase their talents. To book a slot contact John Beer.

Tel: 07799 666 522 Facebook: Swadlincote Markets Price: Free.

Sat 27 Apr, 7 - 9.30pm

Leaside Singers Spring Concert Pingle Academy, Coronation Street, Potters Croft, Swadlincote, DE11 0QA

Come and listen to the well renowned Leaside Singers and their guest artists Gresley Colliery Youth Band.

Tel: 01283 221882 Email: j.wilton276@btinternet.com Price: Adult £7; Child £3.

Free

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 27 Sun 28 Apr, 12noon - 4pm

NGS Open Day – Old English Walled Garden Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, DE72 3EP

Take in the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy the scents and colours of the tree and plant varieties, summer bedding and large herbaceous borders. Take time to walk around the wider estate featuring romantic topiary gardens, lake, woodland and nature reserve. Estate gardeners will be on hand during the day to answer any questions you may have. Delicious home-made cakes will be available.

Tel: 01629 533870 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/elvaston Price: Adult £2.50; Under 16 years free.

Mon 29 Apr, 7.30pm

Brazil in a Nutshell - Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Join South Derbyshire Badger Group for this talk with guest speaker Peter Fitzpatrick.

Tel: 07754 094177 Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk www.southderbyshirebagergroup.co.uk Price: £3.

Mon 29 Apr, 7.30 - 9pm

The Life & Culture of the Northern Plain Indians - Talk Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join Melbourne Civic Society for a talk from guest speaker Jane Whitaker.

Tel: 01332 865760 Email: pamadams56@yahoo.co.uk www.melbournecivicsociety.org.uk Price: £2.

May

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Wed 1 – Fri 31 May, 10am - 4pm

Wed 1 May, 2.30 - 4pm

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

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

Exhibition of Local Interest Call in to see the latest display in the temporary exhibition gallery. View the pottery items from the collection and the toilet story exhibit on the upper floor (Lift access available). Children can explore our outdoor play zone. Café Espresso is on site for refreshments.

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

Antique Valuation Day Bring along your valued items. Learn about their history and today’s value with expert advice from Bamford Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set; All proceeds to upkeep of the Museum.

SALTS

CURLY MAGPIE & FRIENDS

THE VINTAGE KIOSK

THE BLUEBELL TEA ROOM

A modest shop full of vintage furniture and homewares

Hot and cold beverages, scrumptious cakes, light bites, lunches and afternoon tea, all served on vintage crockery in a homely setting

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

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

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

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 29 Wed 1 – Fri 31 May, 2.30 - 4pm

Fri 3 May, 7 - 10pm

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

All Saints Church, Aston on Trent, DE72 2AZ

Miniature Painting Art Exhibition Featured artist Colin E. Brooks rediscovered his painting skills when he retired eight years ago. Working mainly with acrylics Colin has now taken his first foray into miniature painting. If you would like to enjoy a coffee whilst viewing please note that the last orders in Café Espresso are at 3.30pm.

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

Thu 2 May, 10.30am

Beating the Bounds Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7JF

Join with the walk leader in ‘Beating the Bounds’ of the Calke Estate in this 9½ mile walk. Please bring a packed lunch and drink. Meet at the Ticket Office.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Event free; Parkland entry required - Adult £4.20; Child £2.10; Family £10.50; National Trust Members free.

Thu 2 May, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Life & Times of the Bladon Family - Talk Methodist Chapel, Main Street, Hilton, DE65 5FF

Join Hilton & Marston History Group and guest speaker Dave Marriott for this talk on the life and times of the Bladon family in 18th and 19th Century Uttoxeter. All welcome.

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

Astonbury Concert in the Church Musical entertainment supplied by local groups, singers and visiting bands. Charity event with proceeds donated to the nominated Aston Well Dressing charity.

Tel: 07739 037890 Email: chris-hopkinson@hotmail.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Sat 4 May, 5 - 7.30am

Dawn Chorus Walk Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Meet in the foyer to enjoy a leisurely walk with bird expert Dave Scattergood.

Discover and identify the wonders of the dawn chorus, then enjoy a hot snack and drink. Suitable for adults and children age 12 years and over.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Price: £10, including hot refreshments; Booking essential.

Sat 4 & Sun 5 May, 9.45am - 4pm

Raku & the Tea Ceremony

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

A fascinating two-day workshop with Andy Mason, creating your own Raku pottery and soaking up the ambience of the Tea Ceremony. You will be guided through making a series of tea bowls using traditional hand-forming methods.

Applying creative glazing techniques the unique character of Raku will be revealed through the exciting drama of live kiln firings. There are a limited number of places for 5th May only – please contact for all details.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £85 for weekend workshop; Separate charge for Japanese Buffet Lunch; Limited number of concessionary places available.

30 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Sat 4 May, 10.30am - 4pm Sun 5 May, 10am - 12noon

Science Discovery Fun Day

Wet Felting Workshop

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

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

Fun with science - have a go at simple experiments with the Environmental Education team, Rolls-Royce plc and the Astronomy Group. Please note that there may be a small charge for some activities.

Explore traditional felting techniques, allowing you to produce your own felted work. Hosted by Ollie Bobs, learn how to create a flat piece of felt that can be turned into a unique piece of art or a beautiful brooch.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Free Price: Free entry.

Sat 4 May, 3.30 - 6pm

Earls, Lakes & Cakes Walk Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, DE72 3EP

Join the team for a Springtime stroll through the beautiful grounds of the historic Elvaston Estate. Find out about the Earls that once lived here and the pioneering William Barron who helped to shape the park you see today. Find out who redesigned the Gothic Hall in 1831 and why and what the future may hold for this amazing place. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea in Wyatts café overlooking the Parterre Garden. Please note that dogs are not permitted on this walk.

Tel: 01629 533870 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/elvaston Price: £20; Booking essential.

Sat 4 May, 7 - 10pm

Astonbury Concert Part 2 Aston on Trent Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, DE72 2AX

Concert with limited licensed bar.

Entertainment supplied by local groups, singers and visiting bands, Charity event with proceeds donated to the nominated Aston Well Dressing charity.

Tel: 07739 037890 Email: chris-hopkinson@hotmail.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: £20.

Sun 5 May, 10am - 4pm

Classic Motor Show – Catton Park Catton, Near Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Up to 700 classic motors including pre and post war vehicles, American and military, plus classic motorcycles and modified motors. There will also be trade and autojumble stands. A super family day out set in the wonderful parkland of Catton Hall.

Tel: 0845 8791028 Email: info@classicmotorshows.co.uk www.classicmotorshows.co.uk Price: Adult £8; Child (4-16yrs) £4; Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £20.

Sun 5 May, 11am - 12noon

Bluebell Walk

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Join this annual pilgrimage to the nearby hidden bluebell wood. Bring your camera to capture the woodland carpet of blue.

The route includes stiles and the walk covers a distance of two miles.

Tel: 07977 439309 Email: tor.adams@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: £1.50.

32 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Mon 6 May, 10am - 5pm Fri 10 May, 10 - 11am

May Day Snowsport Madness!

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

Every activity is half price, 10% off selected menu items in the Alpine Lodge café, plus free bouncy castle. Telephone for further information, booking is advised.

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

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Fun outdoor activities aimed at 1-4 year olds - be prepared to get a little mucky!

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Child £7; Adult free; Booking essential.

Sat 11 May, 5 - 8am

Mon 6 May, 12noon - 4.30pm

Dawn Chorus Walk & Breakfast

Hatton Duck Race & Traditional Fete

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Thistly Place Meadow Nature Reserve, Station Road, Hatton, DE65 5DY

Fete, car boot sale and duck race adjacent to the River Dove with over fifty stalls and fairground attractions. Entertainment by Osmaston Wind Band, animal charity stalls, local fire brigade plus Impawtent Pups dog show! 1,400 ducks will be launched (plastic ones) on the River Dove for the event’s grand finale.

Tel: 01283 813736 Email: lynne.saul@btinternet.com Price: Free entry.

Saplings Pre-School Outdoor Experiences

Free

Come and join the Whistlewood team for an early start to catch the sunrise and listen to birdsong, led by expert ornithologist, David Scattergood.

Returning to the Whistlewood Roundhouse to enjoy a delicious breakfast cooked by ‘Suburban Peasant’ Andy Mason.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: Adult £10; Under 16 years £5; Limited number of concessionary places available.

Sat 11 May, 9.30am or 1pm

Papercraft Workshop

Tue 7 May, 10am - 12noon

‘Meet the Miners’ – SDMPG

Kraftiz, Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

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

South Derbyshire Mining Preservation Group invites you to this social, chatty morning reviving old memories and exploring the large collection of mining memorabilia and photographs open for visitors every Tuesday morning; Includes tea and coffee. Larger group visits by arrangement.

Tel: 01530 412116 Email: keithmoore1929@gmail.com www.southderbyshiremining.co.uk Price: Free entry and parking.

Free

Join guest demonstrator Su Burrows from Timecraft in one of the half day papercraft workshop sessions. Please contact to book your place.

Tel: 07971 268943 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com Price: £15.

Sun 12 May, 10am - 1pm

Sun 12 May, 10am - 4pm

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AH

Wild Food Foray

Fancy spending some time immersed in nature and learning about edible plants?

Sarah Ollier and Brendan McDowell will guide you through a wild food foray where you will learn how to start identifying and using a variety of wild plants. You will meet a variety of familiar weeds, trees and flowers and find out about their modern and traditional uses in food, medicine and more.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £20, including wild beverages and snacks; Limited number of concessionary places available.

Swadlincote Festival of Transport This year will include the new ‘Swad Loop Soap Box Races’ along with the vintage and classic vehicles displayed throughout the Town Centre. Hill Street will live up to its name and host the box car event. There will also be activities, stalls and fairground rides to make a family fun filled day.

Tel: 07850 666125 Email: swadfest17@gmail.com www.sfot.uk Price: Free.

Free

Sun 12 May, 11am - 3pm

Wed 15 May, 10am - 2.30pm

The Riding School, Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

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

The Spring Wedding Show This gorgeous venue with rustic charm will be filled with fabulous wedding suppliers from the local area - all designed to help you create your dream wedding day.

Tel: 01332 585121 Email: info@honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk www.honehysuckleandcastle.co.uk Price: Event free; Parkland entry required Adults £4.20; Child £2.10; Family £10.50; National Trust Members free.

Tue 14 May, 7.30 - 9pm

Life Beyond Lung Worms – Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Gardening Club and guest speaker Bob Brown - a Garden Club favourite. Plants will also be for sale.

Tel: 01283 562161 Email: wendygale@hotmail.co.uk www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3.

Liberation Day

Are you 65+? If the answer is yes then get out your glad rags and join us for a Rock ‘n’ Rolling day! Enjoy musical entertainment, whilst gathering information on things like health, safety, fitness and security.

Free transport available and refreshments provided. Please note spaces are limited for this popular annual event.

Tel: 01283 595795 Email: culturalservices@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/liberation Free Price: Free; Booking essential.

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Fri 17 May, 7pm

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

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

The Burton & Ashby Light Railway Join guest speaker Alan Hiley for this ‘then and now’ talk - you will be taken on the journey, with the help of photographs, from Burton to Ashby along the tram route which operated from 1906 to 1927. No booking required for this talk.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50, including refreshments.

Thu 16, Fri 17 & Sat 18 May, 7pm

Free Spirit

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Introducing the brand new show ‘Free Spirit’ from Phil Baggaley (Open Road and Grace Darling). Please telephone for further information and ticket price.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk

Psychic Supper with Kraftiz Sit with three different psychics during the evening, whilst enjoying a delicious supper served at your table.

Tel: 07971 268943 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com Price: £15.

Fri 17 May - preview evening 7.30pm Sat 18 May, 10am - 4pm & Sun 19 May, 12noon - 4pm

Newton Solney Art Exhibition

Come and see the exhibition of paintings, drawings and sculptures from local and national artists. Refreshments served all day. If you would like to enter your work please email for a submission form.

Tel: 01283 702053 Email: nspreschoolbuilding@gmail.com Price: Fri - Preview Evening £10; Sat & Sun Adult £2; Child free.

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Plant Sale – Melbourne

Etwall Well Dressings Festival Etwall Village, DE65 6LU

Visit seven well dressings located around the village plus musical entertainment, traditional dancing, face painting, a funfair, climbing wall, puppet shows and classic vehicles in this family fun weekend. Be amazed by the well dressings and the florally decorated churches, art exhibition, large craft fair, home-made refreshments (cake) and you can have-a-go at well dressing in the workshop sessions. Please note there will be no entertainment on Monday, just the decorated wells and floral decorations in St Helen’s Church and the Methodist Church (both with light refreshments).

Tel: 01283 223443 Email: swadmon@yahoo.co.uk www.well-dressing.co.uk Price: Free Entry; Donation boxes at the event.

Free

Sat 18th - Mon 20th May, 10am – 6pm

E twall

Well Dressings Etwall Village, DE65 6LU

Etwall village in Derbyshire has staged an annual Well Dressing Festival on the third weekend in May since 1970. The well dressings are designed, produced and mounted by societies, clubs and groups of residents and celebrate a variety of themes. The event raises money for prominent local charities. To find out more about how well dressings are made and see images of previous years’ well dressings, visit the website.

Tel: 01283 733446 Email: swadmon@yahoo.co.uk www.well-dressing.co.uk Donations gratefully accepted

Melbourne Senior Citizens Centre, Church Street, DE73 8EJ

Offering a wide range of plants, perennials, fruit and veg, herbs and much more. All on sale at very reasonable prices – proceeds donated to the development of the Whistlewood Common site.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Free Price: Free entry.

Sat 18 May, 2.30 - 4.30pm

Djembe Drumming

Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 0AD

Have fun and play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No experience necessary and plenty of drums available.

This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £4.

Sun 19 May, 10am - 12noon

Plant Sale - Ticknall

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Ticknall Gardening Club are holding their plant sale, so check for space and make your way to the Village Hall; Lots of advice will be available.

Tel: 01283 562161 Email: wendygale@hotmail.co.uk www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £1.

Mon 20 May, 7.30 - 9pm

From Melbourne to Africa - Talk Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join Melbourne Civic Society for a talk from guest speaker Dr Paul Surges describing his experiences of ‘A Year in a New Environment’.

Tel: 01332 865760 Email: pamadams56@yahoo.co.uk www.melbournecivicsociety.org.uk Price: £2.

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Fri 24 May, 10 - 11am

History of Slavery – Talk & AGM

Saplings Pre-School Outdoor Experiences

Etwall Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, DE65 6HX

You are invited to the Etwall & Burnaston Local History Society 2019 Annual General meeting, which will be followed by a talk with guest speaker John Cumpstone.

Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.kerby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Free Price: Free.

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Fun outdoor activities aimed at 1-4 year olds - be prepared to get a little mucky!

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Child £7; Adult free; Booking essential.

Fri 24 & Sat 25 May, 10am - 4pm

Wed 22 May, 10 - 11.30am

Painting Cottage Garden Flowers & Plants

Tree Heritage Walk and Talk Maurice Lea Memorial Park, York Road, Church Gresley, DE11 9NW

What can old trees tell us about the history of the parks and landscapes of Swadlincote and the National Forest? John Swanwick tells the story of the avenue of sycamores in Maurice Lea Memorial Park and how they help to tell us more about the past.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: cuturalservices@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Free.

White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 7JN

Join Michael Lakin and paint flowers, plants, root systems and bulbs. Enjoy this two day course and choose your own subjects from the garden.

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Free

Sat 25 May, 10am Thu 23 – Sun 26 May

In the Steps of Servants Walk Part 1

Catton Park, Near Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Bearded Theory Festival Award-winning four day music festival with over 200 acts across nine stages. This 100 acre festival will also host an awardwinning children’s village, healing area, improved parking, real ale & cider bars plus free showers. Introducing a new Pen & Parchment marquee, showcasing comedy, spoken word, band interviews, magicians and charity talks from the Festival’s chosen 2019 charities. Tickets available online or via Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.beardedtheory.co.uk Price: Various – please contact for information.

Join Derby & South Derbyshire Ramblers for this 10 mile (or 7 ½ mile if you catch the bus back to Melbourne) walk, ‘in the steps of servants: the three mansions’.

Part 2 of the route to be continued on Sunday 26th May - both days are part of the National Forest Walking Festival.

Please telephone the walk leader to ensure this walk is suitable for you. Derby – Swadlincote bus route: Arriva No. 2 hourly service, with convenient tearoom next to the stop in Melbourne.

Tel: 01283 760639 www.derbyramblers.org.uk/walks Price: Free.

Free

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Tribal Taiko Drumming

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

Workshops are held monthly. No previous drumming experience is necessary but please note this can be a rigorous activity and requires a degree of fitness. This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £20 per session; Booking essential.

Sun 26 May, 10am

In the Steps of Servants Walk Part 2 Swadlincote Bus Station, Civic Way, DE11 0AE

Join Derby & South Derbyshire Ramblers for this ten mile walk, ‘in the steps of servants: Knowle Hill, Foremark Hall, Repton Park and Bretby Park’. Part one of the route walked the previous day both days are part of the National Forest Walking Festival. Today’s walk commences with you meeting at Swadlincote Bus Station and catching the 10.07am Arriva No. 2 bus to Ticknall. Please telephone the walk leader to ensure this walk is suitable for you.

Tel: 01283 760639 www.derbyramblers.org.uk Price: Event free; You will require bus fare!

Car parking in Swadlincote is free – Free look for the long stay spaces.

Mon 27 May, 10am - 5pm

Bank Holiday Open Day Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LP

Taster ski and snowboard lessons £5, toboggan rides £1 each, tubing £5 for 30 mins, three drop slides for £2, free bouncy castle plus many more Bank Holiday offers; Booking is advised.

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

Overseal Church, DE12 6LQ

Part of the National Forest Walking Festival, this circular walk of 6½ miles around the edge of the parish will focus on recent landscape change. The terrain will be lanes, field and woodland paths with six stiles.

Please bring a packed lunch and drink. No dogs are permitted on this walk.

Tel: 01283 760639 Email: magicatticarch@gmail.com www.magicattic.org.uk Price: Free; Donations to The Magic Attic Free gratefully received.

Mon 27 May, 1.30 - 5.30pm

NGS Garden Openings – Repton Throughout Repton Village, DE65 6FQ (Well signposted on day)

Six gardens will be open for the NGS charity including two serving teas at Chestnut Way (DE65 6FQ) and Woodend Cottage (DE65 6FB) - proceeds from the refreshments are in aid of St. Wystan’s Church. The gardens taking part vary from very small to very large and all are different in character.

There will be roses, clematis, early perennials and shrubs plus much more – one garden has a tropical theme. You can be assured of a warm welcome, delicious home-made cakes and plant stalls.

Tel: 01283 702267 Email: rlittle@gmail.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: Adult £6 - permits entry to all six gardens; Children free.

Tue 28 May, 2 - 4pm

Nature Detectives Walk – Wildlife Watch Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Gather in the classroom for a prompt 2.15pm start – be a Rosliston Nature Detective! You will be looking for clues to see what lives on the site and what it needs to survive and you will be discovering many other interesting facts. The walk is suitable for children aged 4-12 years and is part of the National Forest Walking Festival.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Price: Child £2.50 (Must be accompanied by an adult.)

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Thu 30 May, 2 - 3.30pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

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

No booking required, pop in and craft with Kraftiz - great family holiday fun. You can also enjoy a walk around the Forestry Centre, with café on site.

Meet the Magic Attic team, creators of the Swadlincote Heritage Trail, in the courtyard and enjoy the walk and talk as you are guided through the heritage of the area and buildings. This project has been supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and is also part of the National Forest Walking Festival.

Children’s Craft – Make & Take

Swadlincote Heritage Trail

Tel: 07971 268943 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com Price: £2.50 per project.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: magicatticarch@googlemail.com Price: £2.

Wed 29 May, 11am - 12.15pm

Guided Museum Tour

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

Join one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides for a tour around the Museum, Kiln and buildings. No booking required. Please meet at the reception desk.

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

Thu 30 May, 1 - 3pm

Mini Farmer Experience Betty’s Farm & Shop, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BW

A hands on, behind the scenes, experience allowing children to handle and feed the farm animals.

Thu 30, Fri 31 May & Sat 1 June, 7pm

Moving Bodies – Theatre

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

‘Moving Bodies’ follows the story of one brave man, turning from soldier to grave digger in the hope of giving his fellow fallen comrades a peaceful place to rest.

“With each comes a different story”; “A great piece of theatre”.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: Please contact for details.

Fri 31 May, 7.30 - 9pm

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: Child £10.

The Ecclesbourne Railway – Talk

Thu 30 May, 2 - 3pm

Tel: 01530 810266 Email: hillcoleorton@yahoo.co.uk www.ticknalllife.co.uk/community Price: £2, including refreshments.

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Join Ticknall Preservation Society and guest speaker Eric Boultby for this illustrated historical talk.

Teddy Walk – Eureka Park Midland Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BA

Your little ones will love this Teddy Walk.

Follow Bertie Bear on his adventures. This guided walk takes you through the Park, whilst reading the story of Bertie Bear on his trail.

Tel: 07977 439309 Email: tor.adams@southderbyshire.gov.uk Price: Free.

Free

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June

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Sat 1 – Sat 29 June, 10am - 4pm

Sat 1 & Sun 2 June, 10am - 5.30pm

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

Church Square, Melbourne, DE73 8JH

Mixed Media Art Exhibition This month’s featured artist is Steph Coley who specialises in mixed media painting and collage, sculpture, pen & ink drawing and portraiture. Please be aware that last orders for refreshments in the café is at 3.30pm.

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

Sat 1 June, 10.30am - 5.30pm

Mental Health First Aid - Workshop Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Become a certified Mental Health First Responder. A one day awareness workshop, giving you the knowledge and skills to understand and identify some of the most common mental health issues, provide support and foster positive mental health for yourself and others.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £45; Limited number of concessionary places available.

NGS – The Dower House

The garden, planted over the last 15 years and full of roses, herbaceous plants, shrubs and small garden trees, overlooks Melbourne Pool and its islands to rising landscape beyond. Some of the garden is inaccessible to wheelchairs but the balustrade terrace, the woodland, herb garden, ‘Venus lawn’ and kitchen garden are suitable for those who prefer the flat. Tea and cake will be served in the greenhouse. Please note there is no parking at the house - please park in Church Square.

Tel: 01332 864756 Email: griseldakerr@btinternet.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: Adult £4; Child free.

Sun 2 June, 11am - 3pm

Summer Wedding Open Day Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

The Riding School is a rustic blank canvas venue with lots of charm. Honeysuckle & Castle invite you to see it dressed and styled as if for a real wedding. Plus, meet your dream wedding suppliers.

Tel: 01332 585121 Email: info@honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk www.honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk Price: Event free; Parkland entry required Adults £4.20; Child £2.10; Family £10.50; National Trust Members free.

E’S CAN YOU COMPLETE SOUTH DERBYSHIR SPORTING CHALLENGE? ARCHERY

Rosliston Forestry Centre has a range of outdoor activities for all ages and abilities, including cycle hire and the increasingly popular sport of archery www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk

01283 563 483

CANOEING

Trent Adventure provide canoeing adventures on the River Trent and Trent & Mersey Canal, from short tasters to overnight expeditions 07876 751 599 www.trentadventure.com

CLIMBING

APEX at Green Bank Leisure Centre is an indoor sixteen station climbing centre – no experience is needed, just clip on and climb www.activenation.org.uk/apex

01283 216 269

EQUESTRIAN

There are a number of stables in the area where you can learn to ride, improve your skills, learn a new discipline or simply enjoy riding out www.bhs.org.uk 02476 840 500

GOLF

Swadlincote Family Golf Centre offers a 9-hole course, FootGolf, floodlit driving range and golf lessons with pay-as-you-play www.swadlincotegolfcentre.com

SKIING

01283 229 839

Swadlincote Snowsports Centre has a dry ski slope with lessons and activities including skiiing, snowboarding, tubing and tobogganing 01283 890 089 www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

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Milton Open Gardens

Milton Village and Waterworks Lane, DE65 6EF

A diverse range of twelve or more gardens will be open, ranging from small cottage gardens to larger landscapes. Plants will be available for sale on the day and tea and home-made cakes available in the village hall. The Swan public house will also be open for refreshments. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the gardens.

Tel: 07527 700308 Email: contact@miltonmatters.org.uk www.miltonmatters.org.uk Price: Adult £5; Under 16 years free; Free parking.

Sun 2 June, 3 - 4.30pm

Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting Sealwood Cottage Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PA

Enjoy a vineyard tour and wine tasting in the tranquil setting of Sealwood Vineyard.

The visit includes a talk, then a questions and answers opportunity.

Tel: 01283 761371 Email: vineyard@sealwoodcottage.co.uk www.sealwoodcottage.co.uk Price: £10.

Mon 3 June, 7.30pm

South Derbyshire Badger Group Talk

National Bookstart Week in the Park Eureka Park, Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BA

Join Derbyshire Libraries for a story and craft activity to celebrate National Bookstart Week 2019. Suitable for under 5s and their parents/carers. Please wear suitable clothing - and find us near the sundial!

Tel: 01629 533013 Email: natasha.hyde@derbyshire.gov.uk www.derbyshire.gov.uk/libraries Free Price: Free.

Tue 4 June, 10am - 12noon

‘Meet the Miners’ – SDMPG Gresley Old Hall, Gresley Wood Road, Church Gresley, DE11 9QW

South Derbyshire Mining Preservation Group invites you to this social, chatty morning reviving old memories and exploring the large collection of mining memorabilia and photographs open for visitors every Tuesday morning; Includes tea and coffee. Larger group visits by arrangement.

Tel: 01530 412116 Email: keithmoore1929@gmail.com www.southderbyshiremining.co.uk Price: Free entry and parking.

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JW

Wed 5 June, 2.30 - 4pm

Join the Group and guest speaker Dave Hollis for a talk entitled ‘The New Forest: A Wildlife Wonderland’.

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

Tel: 07754 094177 Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk www.southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk Price: £3.

Free

Antique Valuation Day Bring along your valued items. Learn about their history and today’s value with expert advice from Bamford Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set; All proceeds to the upkeep of the Museum.

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Thinking of Starting a Business?

Workshop Hilton House Hotel, 1 Mill Lane, Hilton, DE65 5GP

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 free and 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.

Sat 8 June, 9.30am - 4pm

Family Bush Craft Day Spring Wood, Lount Road, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

A great mini adventure for all the family build a good shelter, create fire by friction, make effective pot hangers for over the fire and sample something tasty from the wild.

Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: Adults £45; Child (Under 16) £25; Max three children per adult.

Sat 8 June, 9.30am - 4pm

Lime Bark Day - Workshop Spring Wood, Lount Road, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

On this specialist course we will be looking at the incredible history and versatility of the Small Leaved Lime. Learn the art of debarking cylinders for simple but very attractive containers/cups. You will also be making your own ropes, strings as well as small baskets - a real eye opener.

Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £90 per person; Two for £150.

Sun 9 June, 10.30am - 4.30pm

Make Bake, Eat or Take!

Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

BOAT TRIPS

Join the Mercia Swan for a leisurely cruise along the picturesque Trent & Mersey Canal

Regular return services (unless prior booked for private charter) from the marina to the village of Willington or alternatively a longer trip to Stenson Lock, where you can refresh yourself with a drink at either Stenson Lock Café/Bubble Inn or Nadee/Mad Hatters Tea Rooms

For times and prices, please contact: merciaswan@hotmail.com 0739 882 1650 www.merciaswan.co.uk Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Exploring a lateral approach with Andy Mason, The Suburban Peasant – starting with a simple mixed grain bread recipe, then adjusting and modifying, including cornbread, sourdough and some live stove top cooking – crumpets and pikelets, etc.

The workshop is aimed at the aspiring baker – beginners, intermediate level or anyone who wants a fun active foodie day.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £40, including bread-based lunch; Limited number of concessionary places available.

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Plant Sale & Advice

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Gardening Club and guest Justin from Burton Market. Justin will be bringing plants for sale and will give advice on their care.

Tel: 01283 562161 Email: wendygale@hotmail.co.uk www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3.

Wed 12 June, 6.30 - 8.30pm

Dance in the Forest at The Glade Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

A family evening celebrating the achievements of our young dancers.

This fabulous showcase of school and community dance is now in its ninth year.

Tickets available from the Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/ditf Price: Adult £7; Concession/child £4; Four years and under free.

Sat 15 June, 10.30am - 4.30pm

Creative Watercolours - Workshop Whistlewood Common, the Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Whether you are a complete novice or seasoned watercolour painter you will be given the opportunity to experiment with techniques and colour mixing. You will have some beautiful views and flora to paint, with advice, instruction, hints and tips from Katherine Parrish. Materials are provided but feel free to bring your favourite watercolours if you prefer.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £40, including home-cooked lunch; Limited number of concessionary places available.

Moonlight Belly Dancing Workshop Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Sophie Seniuk aka ‘Florence Moonlight’ will give you a brief history of belly dancing, as well as covering various styles and types of music. You will learn a short routine which you will have the opportunity to perform at Whistlewood’s Music Festival the following week - on Saturday 22nd June.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £37 including home-cooked lunch; Limited number of concessionary places are available.

Sat 15 June, 2 - 7pm

Newton Solney Village Festival Newton Solney Recreational Field, Newton Close, DE15 0SL

Come along to a great village festival with live music, licensed bar, children’s games, craft stalls, tea tent, food stalls and much more. Enjoy an afternoon of family fun with something for all ages.

Tel: 07708 943808 Email: nspreschoolbuilding@gmail.com Price: Adult £3; Child free.

Sat 15 June, 2.30 - 4.30pm

Djembe Drumming

Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 0AD

Have fun and play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary and plenty of drums available.

This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £4.

46 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Sat 15 & Sun 16 June, 9.30am - 5.30pm Sun 16 June, 11am - 4pm

Catton Park Horse Trials

Ashe Hall Summer Fayre

Catton, Near Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Ashe Lane, Etwall, DE65 6HT

Enjoy watching this two day equestrian event with three disciplines: Dressage, Show Jumping and Cross Country - all set in the fantastic rural setting of the Catton parkland. Bring a picnic or take advantage of the catering on site.

A lovely local event with fun for all the family including entertainment, rides, a fun dog show and fascinating stalls.

Tel: 01283 716311 Email: estateoffice@catton-hall.com Price: £5 per car.

Sat 15 & Sun 16 June, 12noon - 6pm

Weston on Trent Scarecrow Trail Weston on Trent Village Hall, Junction of Main Street & Trent Lane, DE72 2BL

Come and visit this lovely village and enjoy the scarecrows in our 18th annual trail.

Over forty sites will display scarecrows of all shapes and sizes. Enjoy refreshments in the village hall or a refreshing drink up at The Coopers Arms. The trail starts at the village hall.

Tel: 01332 704028 Email: wurzel@westonscarecrowtrail.co.uk www.westonscarecrowtrail.co.uk Price: Adult £2.50; Child £1.

Sat 15 & Sun 16 June, 1.30 - 5.30pm

Repton Open Gardens & Scarecrow Trail Repton Village, DE65 6FH

Please come and enjoy the delightful gardens and varied allotments in this historic village. Have fun exploring the Scarecrow and Garden Trails, crafts, produce and book stalls or test your luck on the tombola prize draw. Delicious afternoon teas are available both afternoons. The starting and information point is outside St Wystan’s Church entrance at the lych-gate.

Tel: 01283 703259 Email: wendylongden@btinternet.com Price: Adult £5; Child free.

Tel: 01283 732338 Email: events@tarakmc.org www.tarakmc.org Price: Event free; Parking fee applies.

Free

Sun 16 June, 1 - 5pm

NGS – Swadlincote Open Garden 13 Westfield Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BG

The garden is a blaze of colour, mixed herbaceous beds, lots of roses, two ponds, veg area, fruit bushes and trees and free range chicken area. Home-made teas will be available. The garden is open as part of the National Garden Scheme, a charity that supports the caring charities.

Tel: 01283 221167 Email: valerie.booth@sky.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: Adult £3.50; Child free; Tea/coffee £1; Home-made cake £1.50.

Mon 17-Sun 23 June

Festival of Learning 2019 Swadlincote Adult Education Centre, Rink Drive, Swadlincote, DE11 8JL

To celebrate this year’s Festival of Learning we will be hosting a variety of free activities for all ages. Please contact the Centre for further details.

Tel: 01629 533290 Email: swadlincote.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk www.derbyshire.gov.uk/adulteducation Price: Free.

Free

Mon 17 June, 6.30pm

Mercia Marina Walk Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Join the Burton Rambling Club for a four mile walk in the Mercia Marina area. A steady paced walk through interesting countryside. Please contact the walk leader for further information.

Tel: 07724 352529 Email: mondaywalks@burtonramblers.org.uk www.burtonramblers.org.uk Price: Please contact for details.

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 47 Wed 19 June, 2 - 4pm

Girls of the Big House - Talk Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Guest speaker Ian Hingley delivers his comparative talk about the distinctions between the lives of young women in the ‘Big House’.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50, including light refreshment.

Sat 22 June, Beginners & Improvers 10.30am - 1pm; Intermediate 2 - 4.30pm

Tribal Taiko Drumming

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

Workshops are held monthly. No previous drumming experience is necessary but please note this can be a rigorous activity and requires a degree of fitness. This workshop is suitable for people aged 16 years and over.

Thu 20 June, 7pm

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £20 per session; Booking essential.

The Mount Pleasant Inn, Castle Gresley, DE11 9JJ

Sat 22 June, 12noon - 5pm

Heritage Walk – Castle Knob & White Ladies Springs From the Normans to the present day there is much of historical interest on this short evening 3 mile walk. The terrain is woodland rides, field paths and surfaced tracks with 2 stiles. Dogs are not permitted on this walk.

Tel: 01283 760639 Email: magicatticarch@gmail.com www.magicattic.org.uk Price: Free; Donations to the Magic Attic Free gratefully received.

Sat 22 June, 10am - 4pm

Creating Images by Stippling White Hollows Studio, Box Lane, Ticknall, DE73 7JN

Join Michael Lakin and learn to create an image, using fine liner pens. This method is most satisfying, giving outstanding black and white portraits. You will be working with a subject of your choice.

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakin579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: From £70 per day course.

Willington Carnival

Twyford Road Playing Field, Willington, DE65 6DJ

The Carnival starts with a procession led by a marching band at 11.30am from Willington Village Hall arriving at the Playing Field for 12noon. There will be races, craft stalls, a fancy dress competition, food, music, beer tent, tug ‘o’ war, bouncy castle, games, prize draw, chicken run and lots more.

Tel: 01283 701643 Email: dac@gpamail.co.uk www.willingtoncarnival.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Free

Sat 22 June, 3 - 11pm

Midsummerish Music Festival Whistlewood Common, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH

Local and not so local bands perform at their best, children are entertained with lots of activities and local food suppliers make sure everybody’s well fed and watered. Camping £5 per tent and camper vans strictly by prior arrangement. No dogs are permitted at the Festival unless they are assistance dogs.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: Adult £7.50 in advance, £10 on the gate; Under 18s and students £5; Under 5s free.

visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 49 Sun 23 June, 8am - 5.30pm

Tue 25 June, 12noon - 2pm

The Showground, Near Elvaston Castle, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EP

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

Agricultural and horticultural show with cattle, sheep, shires, horses, show jumping, food hall, craft & retail marquee, trade stands, children’s entertainment, countryside area and lots more. Early bird tickets will be on sale at Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

A hands on, behind the scenes, experience allowing children to handle and feed the farm animals.

Derbyshire County Show

Mini Farmer Experience

Tel: 01283 703582 Email: events@bettysfarmshop.co.uk www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk Price: Child £10.

Tel: 01283 222848 or 01332 793068 Email: info@derbyshirecountyshow.org.uk www.derbyshirecountyshow.org.uk

Wed 26 June, 11am - 12.15pm

Sun 23 June, 11am - 4pm

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

The Delph & High Street, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AH

Join one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides for a tour around the Museum, Kiln and buildings. No booking required. Please meet at the reception desk.

An engaging and interactive wedding showcase of all your wedding needs from Swadlincote and the surrounding areas with plenty of wedding stands, entertainment, food & drink, competitions and giveaways.

Thu 27 June, 12noon - 5pm

Swadlincote Wedding Extravaganza

Tel: 07727 257262 Email: ingrid@swadstyle.co.uk www.swadweddingextravaganza.co.uk Price: Free entry and parking.

Guided Museum Tour

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

NGS – Repton Open Garden Free

Sun 23 June, 3 - 4.30pm

Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting Sealwood Cottage Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PA

Enjoy a vineyard tour and wine tasting in the tranquil setting of Sealwood Vineyard.

The visit includes a talk then a questions and answers opportunity.

Tel: 01283 761371 Email: vineyard@sealwoodcottage.co.uk www.sealwoodcottage.co.uk Price: £10.

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10 Chestnut Way, Repton, DE65 6FQ

The garden, often likened to a “Tardis” extends to an acre with a surprise at every turn and masses of colour. There will be roses, clematis, early perennials, shrubs and lots more. Offering access to wheelchairs you will also be sure of a warm welcome. Delicious home-made cakes with tea and coffee are available - enjoy the conservatory and ample outdoor seating, plus a plant stall with plants from the garden.

Tel; 01283 702267 Email: rlittleq@gmail.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: Adult £4; Child free; All proceeds go to NGS supported charities.

50 visit www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Fri 28 June, 2 - 10pm; Sat 29 June, 11am Sat 29 & Sun 30 June, 12.30 - 5pm 10pm; Sun 30 June, 11am - 6pm Festival of Leisure Weekend

Derbyshire Sausage & Cider Festival

Maurice Lea Memorial Park, York Road, Church Gresley, DE11 9QG

Catton Hall, Near Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

This year the Festival will have more activities than ever before - enjoy some of the best tribute bands around at this family-friendly event with monster truck stunt shows; Be entertained with camel and pig races, and let your children get messy with the new slime workshops.

A favourite, family-friendly weekend in Swadlincote’s events calendar. Come rain or shine the action, activities, music and exhibitors will provide entertainment and fun for all to enjoy. There is something for all ages and interests so bring the family and join the fun!

Tel: 01283 595846 Email: culturalservices@southderbyshire.gov.uk www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/fol Free Price: Free entry.

Tel: 01283 329939 Email: info@jamesdeanevents.com www.jamesdeanevents.com Price: Adult from £15.99.

Sat 29 June, 12.30 - 5pm Fri 28 June, 7pm

Skills & Careers at Festival of Leisure

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Maurice Lea Memorial Park, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9QG

Psychic Supper with Kraftiz Sit with three different psychics during the evening, whilst enjoying a delicious supper served at your table.

Tel: 07971 268943 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com Price: £15.

This is the perfect opportunity for 11-24 year olds to find out about future careers in the local area! Have a go at something you’ve never done before by trying hands-on job-related skills across a range of careers. This drop-in event is open to everyone.

Free

Price: Free.

Sat 29 June, 10.30am - 2pm

Open Mic on The Delph The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AH

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

Tel: 07799 666 522 Facebook: Swadlincote Markets Price: Free.

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