What's on guide spring 2017

What’s On in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Spring 2017

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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, creating stunning landscapes and wildlife habitats.

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 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.

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the national forest

walking festival 13th-25th May 2017

Guided and themed walks Beautiful places to explore Walks for all ages and abilities to enjoy Places to stay from B&B’s 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...

Enjoy great performances with theatre at Melbourne Assembly Rooms, folk music in Findern, Gresley Male Voice Choir at Emmanuel Church, South Derbyshire Music Centre in Newhall and Melbourne Town Band outdoors by the pool.

Indulge in the Easter holidays, with events including a Family Fun Day at Betty’s Farm and lambing at Calke.

Visit South Derbyshire’s beautiful villages with the Willington Arts Festival, Weston on Trent Scarecrow Trail, Findern Village Fete, Etwall Well Dressings and the Astonbury Music Festival in Aston on Trent.

Browse the stalls at the Makers Markets in Swadlincote and at Mercia Marina, offering arts & crafts and food & drink from local designers and producers.

Explore the recently completed paths at Swadlincote Woodlands, with guided walks on the new Nature Trail and All-Abilities Trail.

Learn about the 16th Century Japanese pottery technique of Raku at Whistlewood Common, Egyptian explorers at Sharpe’s Pottery and Swadlincote’s history on a walk with The Magic Attic.

Have a go at singing with the South Derbyshire Music Centre, photography at Swadlincote Woodlands, archery at Rosliston Forestry Centre, candle making at Clive’s Candles studio, djembe drumming with the South Derbyshire Drummers or cooking flatbreads at Whistlewood Common.

Get hands on with the natural world, spotting toads at Swadlincote Woodlands, making a bushcraft shelter at Spring Wood Nature Reserve or watching the dawn chorus at Rosliston Forestry Centre.

Take the unique opportunity to see artists and crafts people in their studios with Derbyshire Open Arts or to go behind the scenes of Calke’s Stableyards after dark as part of ‘Museums at Night’.

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What’s On

March

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Wed 1 Mar, 2.30 – 4pm

Sat 4 Mar, 2 – 5pm

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

Oakland Village, Hall Farm Road, Swadlincote, DE11 8ND

Valuation Day

Holistic Therapy Event

Bring your antiques along to the Museum and have them valued by Bamfords Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set; No booking required.

Tel: 01283 240594 Email: emma.spence@reachthecharity.org.uk Price: Free of charge.

Free

Tue 7 Mar, 7.30 – 9.15pm

Fri 3 Mar, 5pm

Friday Family Fun Half Price Night at Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Half Price Fridays include the toboggan, sno-tubing, open practice plus half-price pizza and chips. Must be pre-booked.

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

Sing Out – Community Choir William Allitt School, Sunnyside, Newhall, DE11 0TL

Join South Derbyshire Music Centre for these four workshops in March (7th, 14th, 21st & 24th) - everyone welcome. Those who can sing in tune and those who haven’t yet found their voice. Practice CDs are provided.

Tel: 07860 101417 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.southderbyshiremusic.org Price: £24 per person to include 4 workshops, rehearsal CD & music.

Sat 4 Mar, 10am – 12.30pm

Great British Spring Clean at Midway Ponds Bowling Green, Eureka Park, Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BA

Heroes required to tidy up local beauty spot which is full of wildlife; You will be helping to enhance the site and encouraging more visitors to this hidden gem.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free of charge.

This event will showcase various types of holistic therapies.

Free

Tue 7 Mar, 7.30pm

South Derbyshire Day at Pride Park Stadium, Derby If you live and/or work in South Derbyshire you are eligible for discounted tickets to watch The Rams play Preston North End. The event celebrates South Derbyshire and our local volunteers.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Adults £17.60; Snr £12.40; Under 18s £10; Junior £5.60.

Tickets ONLY available via Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

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Fri 10 Mar, 7.30 – 9.15pm

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

Swadlincote Catholic Church, Newhall Road, DE11 0BD

If Old Trees Could Talk - Talk This month’s talk will be delivered by Debbie Alston and will look at the part that some of our old and iconic trees have played in helping to form our culture and history.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50 per person, light refreshments included; No booking necessary.

Thu 9 Mar, 7.30 – 9pm

The Great Exhibition of 1851 - Talk Old School, Castle Way, Willington, DE65 6BT

You are invited to Willington History Group’s illustrated talk by guest speaker Rachel Salmon on this great demonstration of Britain leading the world in industry and invention.

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

Friday Night is Music Night!

Join South Derbyshire Music Centre for an evening of music with their concert band, swing band and choirs.

Tel: 07860 101417 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.southderbyshiremusic.org Price: Adults £6; Children £3.

Sun 12 Mar, 11am – 4pm

Curly Magpie Vintage & Handmade Fair Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

The Fair is held in the beautiful Riding School building within the grounds. Over 30 stalls of unique vintage fashion, memorabilia, antiques, retro home wares and handmade crafts, plus live vintage-style music.

Tel: 07528 377825 Email: info@curlymagpie.co.uk www.curlymagpie.co.uk Price: Park admission fee applies.

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The Carmargue – Illustrated ‘Tour’ Willington Village Hall, Twyford Road, DE65 6DE

A ‘tour’ of this most iconic wildlife site on the French Mediterranean coast given by local naturalist and wildlife cameraman Chris Hollis.

Tel: 07876 276629 Email: skua2@hotmail.co.uk www.wild-scape.co.uk Price: £3 payable on the door.

Tue 14 Mar, 7 – 10pm

Candle Making Workshop Clive’s Candles Studio, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Learn the skills of candle making using equipment you have in your kitchen! Make your own ‘candle in a teacup’ and amaze friends and family.

Watch great football in South Derbyshire

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

March Saturday 4th – Chasetown Saturday 18th - Romulus April Saturday 1st – Lincoln United Saturday 8th – Witton Albion Monday 17th – Loughborough Dynamo 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

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: clivescandles@gmail.com www.clivescandles.co.uk Price: £30 per person.

Sat 18 Mar, 1 – 2.30pm

Tue 14 Mar, 7.30 – 9pm

Enjoy this early two mile Spring walk around the Centre followed by a hot drink and biscuit. All monies collected will support the Dementia Charity. Meet at 12.45pm in the foyer.

Colour Through the Season Gardening Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Garden Club for this talk with guest speaker Simon Gulliver.

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

Sat 18 Mar, 10am

Mini Market at Melbourne Assembly Rooms High Street, Melbourne, DE73 8GF

Organised by Melbourne Photographic Society. For further information please get in touch.

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

Time for a Cuppa - Dementia Charity Walk Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Free Price: Free. Donations requested.

Sat 18 Mar, 2.30 – 4pm

South Derbyshire Community Drummers - Djembe Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Djembe drumming sessions for adults 16 years and over. Learn how to play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £3.50 per person.

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Repton to Foremark – 5 Mile Walk Repton Cross near St Wystan’s Church, DE65 6FT

Join Derby Ramblers for this five mile walk, meeting at Repton Cross SK304270. Please telephone beforehand to ensure this walk is suitable for you.

Tel: 01332 702367 www.derbyramblers.org.uk/walks Price: Free of charge.

Free

Sun 19 Mar, 11am – 4pm

Fine Food Fair

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Celebrate local food that’s grown, raised, baked or caught within a 30 mile radius of Calke Abbey. Enjoy cooking demonstrations and tastings with the Calke chefs.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Park admission fee applies: Adult £3.60; Child £1.80; Family £9.

Sun 19 Mar, 2.30 – 5pm

Aston Well Dressers Afternoon Tea and Sale Aston on Trent Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, DE72 2AX

Why not come along and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee or a glass of Prosecco and some delicious homemade scones or cakes as you browse the many different stalls for a bargain.

Tel: 01332 792046 Email: info@astonwelldressers.co.uk www.astonwelldressers.co.uk Price: Free entry.

Free

Tue 21 Mar, 7.30 – 9pm

Wooden Box Part II & Two Fields Talk Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove, DE65 6GR

Join Repton Village History Group with guest speakers Chris Pegg and Paul Heapy.

Tel: 01283 702448 Email: rvhg@reptonvillage.org.uk www.reptonvillage.org.uk/history_group Price: £3.

Sun 19 Mar, 12 Noon – 4pm

Boat Builder’s Spring Open Day Aqua Narrowboats, Mercia Marina, Willington, DE65 6DW

You are invited to explore the workshop, see the carpentry craftsmanship, step on board the latest bespoke canal boats and see if it is a holiday you’re interested in. There will be complementary tea and cake. The Aqua Narrowboat team will be on hand to answer any questions and show you round. No need to book.

Tel: 01283 701041 Email: admin@aquanarrowboats.co.uk www.aquanarrowboats.co.uk Price: Free Entry

Tue 21 Mar, 7.30pm

Derby in the 1950s -Talk Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, Etwall, DE54 6HX

Join Etwall & Burnaston History Group for this talk with guest speaker Paul Sturges.

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

Tue 21 Mar, 7.30 – 9.30pm Free

Findern & Friends Women’s Institute Findern Village Hall, Castle Hill, DE65 6AL

A warm welcome is offered to women of all ages, please come along and make new friends. Enjoy a varied programme of speakers and entertainment, lunch club and outings.

Tel: 01332 516114 Email: hilarysamways@hotmail.com Price: Free of charge.

Free

9am-4pm High Street Swadlincote DE11 8JE Sat 25 March Sat 29 April Sat 27 May Sat 24 June

Arts & Crafts Food & Drink

Wed 22 Mar, 5.30 – 8pm

Thinking of Starting a Business?

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

Have you ever wondered about running your own business? Or have you 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 or loans that may be available. The event is being staged by the South Derbyshire Business Advice Service (supported by South Derbyshire District Council).

Tel: 01283 595791 Free Email: economic.development@south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free; Booking essential.

Sat 25 Mar, 9am – 4pm

Swadlincote Makers Market High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JE

The Makers Market on the last Saturday of the month is a place for arts, crafts, food and drink traders, makers and designers to showcase their products on a regular basis on Swadlincote High Street. Stallholders: Arts & crafts stalls contact: info@ curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Food, drink and other stalls contact: simonwardle1@ gmail.com or 07879 276243.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Free Price: Free entry and free parking.

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Ollie Bobs Button Brooch Workshop Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Try something different with Sarah from Ollie Bobs and learn how to make your very own button brooch. All refreshments and materials are included, though you can bring along your own buttons if you wish.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £20 per person; Booking essential.

Sun 26 Mar, 10am – 3pm

Curly Magpie’s True Vintage Sale Swadlincote Town Hall on The Delph, Swadlincote, DE11 0AH

Showcasing local vintage businesses selling clothes, records, memorabilia and home wares. A Mother’s Day ‘brooch’ workshop will also be taking place in the Curly Magpie Shop on High Street.

Tel: 07528 377825 Email: info@curlymagpie.co.uk www.curlymagpie.co.uk Price: 50p entry.

Sun 26 Mar, 10am – 4pm Sat 25 Mar, 10am – 4pm

Whistlewood Fabric Dying Fun The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

Try batik, tie & dye plus resist dying techniques using natural dyes. Learn the basics of making patterns with wax, string, flour and water. Please contact to book your place and for further information.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £30 including refreshments; Concessions available.

Mercia Makers Market Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Handmade items, arts & crafts, food & drink from local producers. Come and support Derbyshire’s local crafters, producers and makers at this regular event on the last Sunday of every month.

Tel: 01283 703332 Email: info@merciamarina.co.uk www.merciamarina.co.uk Price: Free entry and free parking.

Mon 27 Mar, 7.30 – 9pm

Sat 25 & Sun 26 Mar, 11am – 3.30pm

Melbourne Civic Society AGM and Talk

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Lambing at Home Farm

Join us during the lambing season of the rare breed Portland sheep flock. An opportunity to see the new-born lambs with their mothers and maybe even a lamb being born.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Park admission fee and garden ticket required: Adult £9.10; Child £4.50; Family £22.80.

Free

Join the Society for their AGM, followed by a talk from Julian Onions called “Galaxies, One Giga Year at a Time”, taking listeners on a journey into space.

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

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Fri 31 Mar, 7.30 – 11pm

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

South Derbyshire Badger Group AGM AGM and social evening. Please bring some food and/or drink to share after the talk and meeting.

Tel: 07754 094177 Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup. co.uk www.southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk Price: £2.

Rosliston Astronomy Group Meetings include guest speakers or a magazine-style programme of short talks and presentations, followed by a night sky talk and public observing if the sky is clear.

Email: info@roslistonastronomy.org.uk www.roslistonastronomy.org.uk Price: Adult £3; Child under 16 £1.50.

Wed 29 Mar, 12.30 – 1.30pm

Museum Guided Tour

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

Join one of our knowledgeable guides for our free, monthly tour around the Museum and Kiln.

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

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.south-derbys.gov.uk (search for ‘tic’) 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

What’s On at the Arboretum this spring It’s twenty years since planting began at the National Memorial Arboretum.

Much has changed, but you are always sure to find something new to see. Why not combine your next visit with one of our spring events?

18 March – Plant Hunters’ Fair Browse and buy a variety of garden plants from specialist nurseries.

26 March – Mother’s Day Lunch* Each mum receives a FREE primrose.

16 April – Easter Sunday Lunch* 23 April – Drive-It Day Visit to enjoy a range of classic and vintage vehicles.

30 April – 1 May – Vintage Market with Curly Magpie and Friends.

18 June – Father’s Day Afternoon Tea* 24 June – Armed Forces Day *Booking Essential

NEW for 2017 Memory Lane Café Launch date: Friday 19 May 2017 10.30am – 12.00pm Our friendly and supportive Memory Lane Café is an opportunity for people with dementia and memory loss, their family and carers, to come to a safe and understanding environment to socialise and take part in reminiscence activities. FREE. Booking Essential.

Easter Holidays Join us for children’s trails, animal encounters and children’s craft. Visit our website for dates and further information.

‘Spotlight On’ Talks Join us on the last Saturday of every month to hear some of the inspiring stories behind our grounds and those remembered in them.

March – What Did Conscientious Objectors Do in the War? April – The Hedgehog Carer May – Goldfish, Caterpillars and Guinea Pigs: Pilots, Parachutes and Pioneering Surgery.

For further information on our events and activities, and to book, visit www.thenma.org.uk or call 01283 245 100.

NEW and exclusive

Landscapes † of Life Visit our brand new exhibition which provides an introduction to Remembrance and our site, and provides a chance to discover stories of heroism, tenacity and valour.

Includes artefacts, audio visual displays, memory booth, interactive poppy floor and audio guide for the Arboretum grounds. †Entry fee applies

Armed Forces Day 24 June 2017 Join us at this celebratory event to recognise the service and work of our Armed Forces.

With military band, action displays, children’s activities, live music and a flypast, it’s a great day out for the whole family.

All information correct at time of print

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April Sat 1 Apr

Melbourne Hall Gardens Opening Weekend Melbourne Hall and Gardens, Church Square, DE73 8EN

The gardens are open April to September on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays plus Bank Holiday Mondays. Enjoy this historic formal garden with Bakewell’s famous wrought iron arbour ‘The Birdcage’, along with woodland areas, sculptures and beautiful pools.

Tel: 01332 862502 Email: melbhall@globalnet.co.uk www.melbournehallgardens.com Price: Please telephone for entry fee.

Sat 1 Apr, 10am – 12 Noon

Fools and Jesters - Talk

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Sat 1 & Sun 2 Apr, 11am – 3.30pm

Lambing at Home Farm

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Join us at Home Farm during the lambing season of the rare breed Portland sheep flock. An opportunity to see the new-born lambs with their mothers and maybe even a lamb being born.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Parkland admission fee and garden ticket: Adult £9.10; Child £4.50; Family £22.80.

Sat 1 Apr, 7.30 – 11.30pm

Robbie Williams Tribute Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

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

Award winning tribute to the ‘Robster’.

Tickets available from venue.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £5 per person, refreshments included; Booking advised.

Sun 2 Apr, 11am – 4pm

Sally Henshaw will return to Sharpe’s on April Fool’s Day to trace the history of the court fool, many of whom were anything but foolish, in another of her fascinating period talks.

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

Swadlincote Wedding Fair Various Venues, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 9DG

Promoting wedding suppliers and services, and showcasing all the products that are available for your special day across South Derbyshire and beyond. The whole town will be joining in this event with entertainment, refreshments and ideas galore to explore for your special day.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk Free Price: Free entry and free parking.

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Fri 7 Apr, 10am – 2pm

Pingle School, Coronation Street, DE11 0QA

Swadlincote Woodlands & Park Area, Derby Road, DE11 8LP

Bands Spectacular!

Frog and Toad Survey

Join South Derbyshire Music Centre for an early evening of music with the awardwinning Glebe Wind Band performing alongside the South Derbyshire Music Centre Intermediate and Concert Bands.

Tel: 07860 101417 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.southderbyshiremusic.org Price: Adults £5; Children £3.

A survey to be undertaken in partnership with the ‘Black to Green’ project and volunteers. If you are interested in helping, please get in touch for further information.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free of charge.

Free

Fri 7 Apr, 5pm

Wed 5 Apr, 2.30 – 4pm

Friday Family Fun Half Price Night

Valuation Day

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

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

Bring your antiques along to the Museum and have them valued by Bamfords Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set; No booking required.

Half Price Fridays include the toboggan, sno-tubing, open practice plus half price pizza and chips. Must be pre booked.

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

Sat 8 Apr, 10am – 12 Noon

Thu 6 Apr, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Ollie Bobs Button Bracelet Workshop

Green Bank Leisure Centre (Sports Hall), Civic Way, Swadlincote, DE11 0AD

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

Tel: 01283 595791 Email: swadjobsfair@gmail.com Price: Free.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £15 per person; Booking advised.

Swadlincote Jobs & Skills Fair Come along and find out about jobs, training and volunteering opportunities, have a go and try your hand at new skills, and attend workshops to help you apply for work.

Workshops open from 9.30am - bookings not essential.

Free

Thu 6 Apr, 7.30 – 9.30pm

Talk at Hilton Methodist Chapel Main Street, DE65 5FF

Join guest speaker Alan Ireland and Hilton & Marston History Group for this talk.

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

Have a go at making your very own button bracelet and let your creativity flow in our latest craft workshop. All materials included, though you can bring your own buttons along if you wish.

Thu 13 Apr, 7.30 – 9pm

Boarding Schools for Girls - Talk Old School, Castle Way, Willington, DE65 6BT

You are invited to Willington History Group’s illustrated talk with guest speaker Liz Keeley on how young ladies were educated for genteel society in Victorian Derbyshire.

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

Fri 14 Apr, 2pm

Granny’s Jumper Mix, with Quite Remarkable Productions Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

A sensory-swamped, interactive adventure for 2- 6 year olds, with puppetry, live music, plenty of heart and a pinch of magic!

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.

Look out for: National Theatre Live: Twelth Night Royal Opera House: Madama Butterfly Royal Shakespeare Company: Julius Cesar

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

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.

Fri 14 & Sat 15 Apr, 2 – 4pm

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

Archery Drop-in Session Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Purchase a token from the shop and make your way to the archery pavilion.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre. co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for 6 arrows; No pre booking required.

Sat 15 Apr, 10am – 3pm

Family Fun Day Down on the Farm Betty’s Farm, The Castle Way, Willington, DE65 6BW

Fancy some fun over Easter? As a free range chicken farm we know the importance of Easter and eggs, so Betty’s Farm & Shop invites you to visit, collect your own eggs, decorate egg boxes, hook a duck, and explore the farm.

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

Free

Tue 18 Apr, 7.30pm

The River Trent - Talk Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, Etwall, DE54 6HX

Join Etwall & Burnaston History Group for this talk with guest speaker Richard Stone, a well-known local historian.

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

visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 19 Wed 19 Apr, 10am – 12 Noon

Fri 21 Apr, 10am – 2.30pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

The Delph, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AG

Kraftiz Drop-in Session

Join Julie for a craft activity in the Kraftiz shop. Adults and children welcome.

Tel: 01283 480272 Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com www.kraftiz.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person.

Wed 19 & Thu 20 Apr, 2 – 4pm

Laser Combat in the Woods Drop-in Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Purchase a token from the shop and play a game in the woods.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for a 10 minute game; No pre-booking required.

Thu 20 Apr, 9.30am – 4pm

Family Bushcraft Day

Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Nr Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

A great mini adventure for all the family: build a good shelter, create fire using friction amongst others, make effective pot hangers for over the fire and sample tasty wild foods.

Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £45 per adult, £25 per child; Discounts on additional people.

Thu 20 Apr, 10.30am – 1pm

Egyptian Explorers

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

Egyptian-themed crafts and activities for all the family including Egyptian headdress and jewellery, objects to be put into our tomb and clay tablets with hieroglyphs. Children must be accompanied. Drop in any time.

Materials provided.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Free of charge; Free Donations welcome.

“Look Inside” Family Activity Day Come along to this family-friendly session and have a go at designing a shop window to attract customers to your imaginary shop.

Plus enjoy some story telling at 10.30am, 11.30am & 12.30pm taking place on The Delph.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: swadlincotetownscape@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ SwadlincoteTownscape Free Price: Free.

Fri 21 Apr, 2 – 4pm

Archery Drop-In Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Purchase a token from the shop and make your way to the archery pavilion.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for 6 arrows; No prebooking required.

20 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Sat 22 Apr, 10am – 12.30pm

Swadlincote Woodlands Photographic Walk Swadlincote Woodlands & Park Area, Derby Road, DE11 8LP

Sat 22 Apr, 7.30pm

Lost the Plot - Play Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Enjoy a Spring photography walk around the Woodlands and pick up some handy tips during your stroll. Please bring your own camera and be inspired by the natural surroundings.

A play by George Gunby. A semi-serious/ light hearted and poignant play - When Enid dies, the funeral has grave consequences.

A terrific look at getting old, its effects and how we cope - all performed by a wonderful cast of actors.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free of charge; Free Booking required.

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

Sat 22 Apr, 7 – 9pm

Sat 22 Apr, 7.30pm

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

Findern Village Hall, Castle Hill, DE65 6AL

Silent Auction of Local Pottery A glass of wine and canapes are included in the entry fee to this fund raising evening of entertainment, including Magic Attic’s silent auction, music and local interest films.

The auction will include a variety of pieces of local domestic pottery with lots ranging from £5 upwards.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £4 per person.

Travelling People - Folk Music Listen to this very popular local folk group who will entertain you for the evening.

Tel: 01332 516114 Email: hilarysamways@hotmail.com Price: £10 per person.

Mon 24 Apr, 7.30pm

Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Wood - Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join South Derbyshire Badger Group for this talk with guest speaker Gerald Price of the Woodland Trust.

Tel: 07754 094177 Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup. co.uk www.southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk Price: £2.

Mon 24 Apr, 7.30 – 9.30pm

The Derbyshire Oil Strike of 1919 - Talk Join Melbourne Civic Society and guest speaker Cliff Lea who will tell the story of Britain’s first deep oil well.

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

Nature’s Bounty!

South Derbyshire has great farm shops and garden centres offering local food & drink and plants & flowers, including: Betty’s Farm Shop & The Coop Café, Willington

01283 703582

www.bettysfarmshop.co.uk

Calke Abbey Shop and Tea Room, Ticknall

01332 863 822

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey

Chantry Farm Shop, Melbourne 01332 865698

www.chantryfarm.com

Chapmans Nurseries & Tearoom, Rosliston 01283 543546

www.chapmans-nurseries.co.uk

Firs Farm Nursery, Scropton

01332 700800

www.firsfarmnursery.co.uk

Garden King, Newhall

Heaths Farm Shop & Nursery, Melbourne

Highfields Happy Hens Farm Shop & Tea Room, Etwall

Planters at Bretby (with Restaurant)

Scaddows Farm Shop, Pick Your Own & Café, Ticknall

Suzie’s Farm Shop & Tea Room, Hilton

Swarkestone Nursery Garden Restaurant & Coffee Shop

The Bubble Inn Farm Shop, Stenson Marina

01283 550516

01283 732083

www.highfieldshappyhens.co.uk

01332 865709

01332 700800

www.gardenking.co.uk

www.scaddowsfarm.co.uk

www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk

01332 862645

www.heathsfarmshop.co.uk

01283 703355

07971 998693

01283 703113

www.plantersatbretby.com

Facebook: Suzies Farm Shop

www.thebubbleinnfarmshop.co.uk

The Butcher Baker…

Farm Shop & Coffee House, Mercia Marina 01283 707325

www.butcherbakerfarmshop.co.uk

Wyevale Garden Centre (and Restaurant), Findern 0844 288 5029

www.wyevalegardencentres.co.uk

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

visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 23 Tue 25 Apr, 11am – 12 Noon

Launch of New All Abilities Trail – 1.5 Mile Walk Swadlincote Woodlands, Derby Road, DE11 8LP

Join in the launch with this guided walk, learning about the dramatic industrial heritage of this site.

Free Tel: 01283 228766 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free of charge.

Tue 25 Apr, 1.30 – 3pm

Launch of New Nature Trail – 2.75 Mile Walk Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Explore the newly-created Nature Trail around Swadlincote Woodlands - a guided walk learning about the varied habitats of this developing site. Bring your binoculars.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free of charge.

Free

Fri 28 Apr, 7 – 10pm

Astonbury Music Festival - Part 1 All Saints Church, Aston-on-Trent, DE72 2AZ

Enjoy a wonderful Friday evening’s entertainment in the church. Astonbury provides a showcase for local musical talent of all ages and styles.

Tel: 01332 792046 Email: info@astonwelldressers.co.uk www.astonwelldressers.co.uk Price: £5 for a ticket for either the Friday or the Saturday night, or £8 for a combined ticket for both nights.

Fri 28 Apr, 7.30 – 11pm

Rosliston Astronomy Group Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Meetings include guest speakers or a magazine-style programme of short talks and presentations, followed by a night sky talk and public observing if the sky is clear.

Email: info@roslistonastronomy.org.uk www.roslistonastronomy.org.uk Price: Adult £3; Child under 16 £1.50.

Wed 26 Apr, 12.30 – 1.30pm

Fri 28 Apr, 7.30 – 11.30pm

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

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

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

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

Museum Guided Tour

Join one of our knowledgeable guides for our free, monthly tour around the Museum and Kiln.

Fri 28 Apr, 7pm

Quiz & Chips Night at the Museum Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Organise your team (max four people) and pit your wits against our Quiz Master. Entry fee includes fish, chip & mushy pea supper.

There are prizes for the winning team.

Limited selection licensed bar available and soft drinks.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £6.50 per person.

Sweet Baby James Tribute Night A tribute show to the great American singer/ songwriter James Taylor, featuring all of his greatest songs and hits.

24 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Sat 29 Apr, 5am

Sat 29 Apr, 11am – 4pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Dawn Chorus Walk Join the Environmental Education team and enjoy a leisurely walk with bird expert David Scattergood to discover and identify the wonders of the dawn chorus, to be followed by hot refreshment.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Price: £8 per person to include hot snack and drink.

Sat 29 Apr, 9am – 4pm

Swadlincote Makers Market High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JE

The Makers Market on the last Saturday of the month is a place for arts, crafts, food and drink traders, makers and designers to showcase their products on a regular basis on Swadlincote High Street. Stallholders: Arts & crafts stalls contact: info@curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Food, drink and other stalls contact: simonwardle1@gmail.com or 07879 276243.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Free Price: Free entry and free parking.

Sat 29 Apr, 10am – 2pm

Whistlewood Family Weaving Fun The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

Learn about weaving, experiment with some techniques and take a piece of weaving home. Yarn and looms provided. Please contact to book your place and for further information.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £30 per person to include light refreshments; Under 16 years free of charge; Concessionary rates available.

Science Discovery Fun Day Join the Environmental Education team, Rolls-Royce plc and the Astronomy Group for a ‘Fun Day with Science’; Have fun experimenting! Suitable for all ages.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: Free event although small charge for some activities.

Free

Sat 29 Apr, 7 – 11.30pm

Astonbury Music Festival - Part 2 War Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, Aston-on-Trent, DE72 2AZ

Turn up the volume and get up and show us your moves for Saturday night’s entertainment.

Tel: 01332 792046 Email: info@astonwelldressers.co.uk www.astonwelldressers.co.uk Price: £5 for a ticket for either the Friday or the Saturday night, or £8 for a combined ticket for both nights.

Sun 30 Apr, 10am – 4pm

Mercia Makers Market Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Handmade items, arts & crafts, food & drink from local producers. Come and support Derbyshire’s local crafters, producers and makers at this regular event on the last Sunday of every month.

Tel: 01283 703332 Email: info@merciamarina.co.uk www.merciamarina.co.uk Price: Free entry and free parking.

Free

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May

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Wed 3 May, 2.30 – 4pm

Sat 6 & Sun 7 May

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

Catton Hall, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Valuation Day

Bring your antiques along to the Museum and have them valued by Bamfords Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set. No booking required.

Catton Park National Carriage Driving Trials This event is open to the public over the weekend - on Saturday competitors compete on the Marathon Course and Sunday the Cones Obstacle Course, all in the beautiful setting of Catton Hall & Park.

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

Fri 5 May, 5pm

Friday Family Fun Half Price Night Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Half Price Fridays include the toboggan, sno-tubing, open practice plus half price pizza and chips. Must be pre-booked.

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

Sat 6 May, 5 – 8am

Sat 6 May, 7.15pm

Gresley Male Voice & Rolls Royce Ladies Choirs Emmanuel Church, Swadlincote, DE11 8LF

Come along and listen to the pride of South Derbyshire Gresley Male Voice Choir with the Rolls Royce Ladies Choir.

Tel: 07399 417995 Email: gmv.choir@gmail.com www.gresleychoir.org Price: £7 per person.

International Dawn Chorus Day Whistlewood, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

See the sunrise and listen to the birdsong with ornithologist David Scattergood. Enjoy a cooked breakfast by Surburban Peasant, Andy Mason. Please contact to book your place.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £8 Adult; Under 16 years £4.

Sun 7 May, 10am – 4pm

Whistlewood Raku Pottery Art & Alchemy Whistlewood, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

A fascinating pottery technique originating in 16th Century Japan. To include creative glazing techniques and dramatic ‘live’ Raku kiln firings. Please contact to book your place.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £30 per person; Under 16 years £4, including light refreshments.

26 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Sun 7 May, 10.45am – 12 Noon

Bluebell Walk

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Join our annual pilgrimage to the nearby ‘hidden’ bluebell wood. Bring your camera and take some colourful photographs.

Please note that there are a few stiles on this two mile route. Meet in the Centre foyer.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £1.

Tue 9 May, 7.30 – 9pm

The World of Roses and their Cultivation - Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Garden Club for this talk with guest Ann Bird, an RHS speaker.

Tel: 01283 562161 Email: wendygale@hotmail.co.uk Price: £3, light refreshment included.

Wed 10 May, 2 – 4pm

Black to Green Project - Talk Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Bethan Scragg from the ‘Black to Green Project’ will be looking at how this local initiative connects people with the rapid landscape-scale change in the heart of The National Forest.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50 per person, refreshments included; No booking necessary.

Thu 11 May, 11am – 2pm

Milton and Foremark – 5 Mile Walk Repton Road, DE65 6EF (SK3202635)

You are invited to join Derby Ramblers for this 5 mile walk. The route will be via Foremark Reservoir and Repton Shrubs.

Please telephone the organisers to ensure this walk is suitable for you.

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

Thu 11 May, 7.30 – 9pm

A Guided Walking Tour of Swadlincote The Magic Attic, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Meet with Willington History Group for this walk led by Graham Nutt as he gives an insight into the history of Swadlincote surprises guaranteed!

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

Fri 12 May, 7 – 9pm

Calke Stableyard After Hours – Museums at Night Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

As part of ‘Museums at Night’ we are opening the stableyards. Let us take you behind the scenes to meet characters from Calke’s past and see the stableyards in a different light.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Park admission fee applies: Adult £3.60; Child £1.80; Family £9.

Sat 13 May, 10am – 2pm

Whistlewood Plant Sale Senior Citizens Centre, Church Street, Melbourne, DE73 8EJ

The plant sale will also include food and craft stalls. Refreshments will be available.

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

Sat 13 May, 10.30 – 11.30am

Teddy Walk

Swadlincote Woodlands & Park Area, Derby Road, DE11 8LP

Your little ones will love this walk with Bertie Bear. On his adventures around Swadlincote Woodlands they will walk with him and read the story of Bertie on his trail.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Free Price: Free of charge.

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

Swadlincote Golf Centre with a 15 bay floodlit golf range is open to everyone to learn or practice from first timers to regular golfers. www.swadlincotegolfcentre.com

01283 229 839

CLIMB

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

SKI

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre offers a dry ski slope with lessons available plus other activities including sno-tubing. www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

01283 217 200

ARCHERY

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

01283 563 483

CANOE

Trent Adventure provide canoeing adventures on the River Trent and Trent & Mersey Canal, from short tasters to overnight expeditions. www.trentadventure.co.uk

07876 751 599

Sat 13 May, 2.30 – 4pm

South Derbyshire Community Drummers - Djembe Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Djembe drumming sessions for adults 16 years and over. Learn how to play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary.

13 & 14 May Arts trail with exhibits to view and purchase in a number of venues, musical performances, competitions and arts & crafts workshops – with opportunities for visitors to get involved and try something new For further information contact Sue Gent on 07777 604279 or email artsfest@yahoo.co.uk www.willingtonartsfestival.co.uk

Sat 13 May, 11am – 5pm; Sun 14 May, 10.30am – 4.30pm

Willington Arts Festival

Willington Village, The Green, DE65 6PB

The Festival provides a showcase for local artists, inspiration for the visitor and the opportunity to buy unique artwork along with a range of workshops. Take part in our “In 2017” photo project which aims to celebrate village life through the lens of the camera.

Tel: 07777 604279 Email: artsfest@yahoo.co.uk www.willingtonartsfestival.co.uk Price: Adults £3; Under 16 years free; There may be a small charge for materials used in free workshops.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £3.50 per person.

Sun 14 May, 10am – 4pm

Swadlincote Festival of Transport Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 9DG

Transport show with classic vehicles including motorcycles, scooters, cars, buses, lorries, tractors and VW campers. This is a charity event with live entertainment, children’s attractions, refreshments and trade stalls.

Tel: 01283 222848 Price: Free entry and parking for visitors; Free Donations gratefully received.

Sun 14 May, 3pm

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

Visit this delightful corner of South Derbyshire where you can experience a tour of the vineyard and a walk in the bluebells, then taste the award-winning wines produced. Private wine tastings for your group or in your home are also available by request.

Tel: 01283 761371 Email: vineyard@sealwoodcottage.co.uk www.sealwoodcottage.co.uk/vineyard Price: Adults £10; Booking essential.

Sun 14 May, 6.30pm

Tue 16 May, 7.30 – 9.30pm

Willington Village Hall, Twyford Road, DE65 6DE

Findern Village Hall, Castle Hill, DE65 6AL

Tel: 07876 276629 Email: skua2@hotmail.co.uk www.wild-scape.co.uk Price: £3 payable on the door.

Tel: 01332 516114 Email: hilarysamways@hotmail.com Price: Free of charge.

My Life as a Wildlife Photographer – Illustrated Talk Enjoy the highlights of speaker, Chris Hollis’s, ‘wild’ photographic career as a wildlife photographer and documentary filmmaker.

Tue 16 May, 7.30pm

A Victorian Childhood – Talk & AGM Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, Etwall, DE54 6HX

Join Etwall & Burnaston History Group for this talk with guest speaker Sue Fraser. The AGM will also take place this evening.

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

Findern & Friends Women’s Institute A warm welcome is offered to women of all ages - you are invited to come along, make new friends, and enjoy a varied programme of speakers and entertainment, along with the lunch club and outings.

Free

30 Tue 16 May, 7.30 – 9pm

Bradshaw’s and an Early Railway Tour - Talk Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove, DE65 6GJ

Join Repton Village History Group and guest speaker Robert Mee for this talk.

Tel: 01283 702448 Email: rvhg@reptonvillage.org.uk www.reptonvillage.org.uk/history_group Price: Visitors £3.

Wed 17 May, 10am – 2.30pm

Liberation Day at Gresley Old Hall Gresley Wood Road, Swadlincote, DE11 9PA

Annual event for the over 55s. Enjoy the sounds of popular country & western music and the chance to get information on matters such as mobility, fitness, health, pensions, doorstep callers and fire safety.

Sat 20, Sun 21 & Mon 22 May, 10am – 6pm

Etwall

Well Dressings Etwall Village, DE65 6LU

The village will have eight decorated wells and floral church displays, plus a large craft fair, an art exhibition, classic vehicle display, ferret racing, dancing, entertainment, fairground rides and refreshments (Sat and Sun only).

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

Tel: 01283 595795 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk Price: Free of charge but registration for Free the event essential.

Wed 17 May, 7 – 10pm

Candle Making Workshop

Sat 20 & Sun 21 May, 10am – 5pm

Clive’s Candles Studio, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Learn the skills of candle making using equipment you have in your kitchen! Make your own ‘Candle in a Teacup’ and amaze friends and family.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: clivescandles@gmail.com www.clivescandles.co.uk Price: £30 per person.

Sat 20, Sun 21 & Mon 22 May, 10am – 6pm

Etwall Well Dressings Etwall Village, DE65 6LU

The village will have eight decorated wells and floral church displays, plus a large craft fair, an art exhibition, classic vehicle display, ferret racing, dancing, entertainment, fairground rides and refreshments (Sat and Sun only).

Tel: 01283 223443 Email: swadmon@yahoo.co.uk www.well-dressing.co.uk Price: Donations gratefully accepted.

Mercia Marina Floating Market There will be lots of different trading boats in one place for this great annual event at Derbyshire’s largest inland marina. Sample the delights of these bespoke traders of the waterways and enjoy a fun day out for the whole family.

Tel: 01283 703332 Email: info@merciamarina.co.uk www.merciamarina.co.uk Price: Free entry and free parking.

Free

Sun 21 May, 1.30 – 5.30pm

NGS Repton Village Open Gardens Repton, South Derbyshire, DE65 6FH

Enjoy the NGS gardens at Woodend Cottage, Askew Cottage, 10 Chestnut Way, Holme Point, 22 Pinfold Close and Repton Allotments. Refreshments available and all gardens have plenty of seating.

Email: rlittleq@gmail.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: Entry fee applicable.

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Thu 25 May, 2 – 4pm

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

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

Pugin, the Man - Talk Join Melbourne Civic Society and guest speaker David Slade who will be giving an insight into the background and character of this Gothic Revivalist architect and designer.

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

Mon 22 May, 7.30pm

The Shropshire Badger Man - Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join South Derbyshire Badger Group for this talk with guest speaker Tristam Pearce describing ‘70 years of getting to know badgers’ memoirs of his father, the late George Pearce.

Tel: 07754 094177 Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup. co.uk www.southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk Price: £2.

Thu 25, Fri 26, Sat 27 & Sun 28 May

Bearded Theory Spring Gathering Festival Catton Hall, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

The Spring Gathering is the Midland’s largest performing and creative arts festival, hosted within the iconic grounds of Catton Hall. Please see website for bands and more information. Tickets also available locally from Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: s.blount@springmusic.co.uk www.beardedtheory.co.uk Price: Adult £105; Teen (12-16 yrs) £55; 7-11 yrs £25; 0-6 yrs free.

Made in Swadlincote: Part I – Walk Enjoy this fascinating town walk, looking at the history of Swadlincote over the last 100 years and guided by The Magic Attic Archives. Part of the Swadlincote Townscape project supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: magicatticarch@googlemail.com www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ SwadlincoteTownscape Price: £2 per person; No booking required.

Fri 26 May, 7.30 – 11pm

Rosliston Astronomy Group Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Meetings include guest speakers or a magazine-style programme of short talks and presentations, followed by a night sky talk and public observing if the sky is clear.

Email: info@roslistonastronomy.org.uk www.roslistonastronomy.org.uk Price: Adult £3; Child under 16 £1.50.

Fri 26 May, 8.30 – 10.30pm

Bat Night at Calke Abbey Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Discover the creatures that live in the park that are hidden to our daytime visitors.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Adults £7.50; Child £4 (includes snack); Booking is essential.

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Sat 27, Sun 28 & Mon 29 May, 10am – 5pm

Swadlincote Makers Market High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JE

The Makers Market on the last Saturday of the month is a place for arts, crafts, food and drink traders, makers and designers to showcase their products on a regular basis on Swadlincote High Street. Stallholders: Arts & crafts stalls contact: info@curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Food, drink and other stalls contact: simonwardle1@gmail.com or 07879 276243.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Free Price: Free entry and free parking.

Barn Croft, Fishpond Lane, Egginton, DE65 6HJ

This event is for all ages and interests to meet home-grown talent face to face, learn what they do and what inspires them.

Visit Lesley to see porcelain clay wall art, decorative vessels and jewellery.

Email: info@derbyshireopenarts.co.uk www.derbyshireopenarts.co.uk

Sun 28 May, 10am – 4pm

Mercia Makers Market Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Visit our makers and producers market.

Handmade items, arts, crafts, foods and local producers’ market. Support local crafters and makers and enjoy the many items and delicious foods.

Sat 27, Sun 28 & Mon 29 May

Bushcraft Show 2017

Beehive Farm Woodland Lakes, Rosliston, DE12 8HZ

A jam-packed three day event filled with amazing bushcraft activities that will take you, your friends and family on a bushcraft and survival adventure that you’ll never forget.

Tel: 0333 4567123 Email: bethere@thebushcraftshow.co.uk www.thebushcraftshow.co.uk

Tel: 01283 703332 Email: info@merciamarina.co.uk www.merciamarina.co.uk Price: Free entry and free parking.

Free

Mon 29 May – Fri 2 June, 10.30am – 4pm

Half Term Nature Activities Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Sat 27, Sun 28 & Mon 29 May, 10am – 5pm

Simply Needlecraft – Derbyshire Open Arts Plus 2017 64-66 High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JA

This event is for visitors of all ages and interests to meet home-grown talent face to face, learn what they do and what inspires them. Visit Simply Needlecraft to see what has been made, information on workshops taking place and much more.

Email: info@derbyshireopenarts.co.uk www.derbyshireopenarts.co.uk Price: Free.

Lesley Nason – Decorative Ceramics

Free

Join us in Squirt’s Stable where you can learn a little more about the wildlife of Calke and make something special for your own garden wildlife.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Price: Park admission fee applies: Adult £3.60; Child £1.80; Family £9.

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Tue 30 May, 2 – 4pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Archery Drop-In

Purchase a token from the shop and make your way to the archery pavilion.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre. co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for 6 arrows; No prebooking required.

Wildlife Watch -Trees, Trees, Trees Drop-in and see some of the many different trees to be found at Rosliston. Learn how to identify them and discover their many uses, plus hear about the myths and legends associated with them. Start from the Classroom anytime between 2pm and 3pm.

Tue 30 May, 10.30am – 1pm

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Price: £2.50 per group.

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

Wed 31 May, 10am – 12 Noon

Half Term Craft Workshop Get creative with the kids during half term week in our family craft workshop. Drop-in and make something special to take home with you.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Free of charge, donations welcome; Free No booking necessary.

Kraftiz Drop-In Activity

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Join Julie for a craft activity in the Kraftiz shop. Adults and children welcome.

Email: juliekraftiz@msn.com www.kraftiz.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person.

Wed 31 May, 12.30 – 1.30pm

Museum Guided Tour

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

Join one of our knowledgeable guides for our free, monthly tour around the Museum and Kiln.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Free of charge; Free Donations welcome.

Wed 31 May, 2 – 4pm

Laser Combat in the Woods Drop-In Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Purchase a token from the shop and play a game in the woods.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre. co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for a 10 minute game; No pre-booking required.

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June

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

June – September

Fri 2 June, 11am – 1pm

Melbourne Hall Gardens, Church Square, DE73 8EN

Maurice Lea Memorial Park, York Road, Church Gresley, DE11 0QG

Melbourne Hall Gardens The Gardens are open April to September on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays plus Bank Holiday Mondays. Enjoy this historic formal garden with Bakewell’s famous wrought iron arbour ‘The Birdcage’, along with woodland areas, sculptures and beautiful pools.

Tel: 01332 862502 Email: melbhall@globalnet.co.uk www.melbournehallgardens.com Price: Please telephone for entry fee.

Treemendous Trees - Activity Join the Parklife Team for a tribute to trees.

The event will include a Tree Trail Quiz, Tree Art and storytelling.

Tel: 01283 228766 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk Free Price: Free.

Thu 1 June, 2 – 4pm

Laser Combat in the Woods Drop-In Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Purchase a token from the shop and play a game in the woods.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for a 10 minute game.

Fri 2 June, 11am

‘You Shall go to the Ball’ Fairy Tale in The Glade Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

This story is perfect for your little Prince and Princesses! It takes place after the original fairy tale, with Cinderella and her Prince teaching the Ugly Sisters how to behave more like Princesses in time for their wedding ball.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £5; 2 years and under Free.

Swadlincote ODEON Silver Cinema

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

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

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Sun 4 June, 1 – 6pm

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Milton, Nr Repton, DE65 6EF

Archery Drop-In Purchase a token from the shop and make your way to the archery pavilion.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre. co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person for 6 arrows.

Fri 2 June, 5pm

Friday Family Fun Half Price Night Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Half Price Fridays include the toboggan, sno-tubing, open practice plus half price pizza & chips. Must be pre-booked.

Milton Village Open Gardens A diverse range of gardens will be open, from small cottage gardens to larger landscapes. The event is easily accessible with most of the gardens being along the single Main Street of Milton and a further group at The Waterworks a short drive from the centre of the village where free parking is also available. Plants will be available for sale on the day. Sorry no dogs will be allowed into gardens. Refreshments available and The Swan Pub with The Cygnet Tea Room will be open.

Tel: 07527 700308 Email: contact@miltonmatters.org.uk www.miltonmatters.org.uk Price: Adults £4; Children under 16 Free; Free parking.

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

Wed 7 June, 2.30 – 4pm

Sat 3 June, 10am – 12.30pm

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

Ollie Bobs Paper Rose Wreath Workshop Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join Sarah from Ollie-Bobs and have a go at making your own seasonal paper rose wreath. All materials and light refreshments included.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £20 per person. Booking essential.

Sat 3 June, 3 – 7.30pm

Music by the Pool

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

The Dower House is the magnificent venue for this outdoor concert overlooking Melbourne Pool. Featuring Melbourne Town Band, the ‘Travelling People’ and introducing the very talented ‘Open Road’.

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: Entry fee £12.50.

Valuation Day

Bring your antiques along to the Museum and have them valued by Bamfords Auctioneers.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £1 per item or set. No booking required.

Wed 7 June, 7 – 10pm

Candle Making Workshop Clive’s Candles Studio, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Learn the skills of candle making using equipment you have in your kitchen! Make your own ‘Candle in a Teacup’ and amaze friends and family.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: clivescandles@gmail.com www.clivescandles.co.uk Price: £30 per person.

Sat 10 June, 9.30am – 4.30pm

Introductory Bushcraft Day Springwood Nature Reserve, Nr Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJ

A great day grasping the basics of Bushcraft from one of the longest established schools in the UK. Effective shelter construction, efficient fire lighting, successful friction fire lighting as well as string making and much more besides.

Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £85 per person.

Sat 10 June, 10am – 2pm

Whistlewood Watercolour Fun Whistlewood, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

Marianne King and Katherine Parrish, experienced teachers of arts and crafts, will help you experiment with techniques and colour. Please contact to book your place and for information.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £30 including refreshments and soup; Concessions available.

Sat 10 June, 10am – 2pm

Whistlewood Flatbreads Cookery Workshop Whistlewood, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

Using the newly installed outdoor kitchen, pizza oven and griddle plates you will create a lunch to savour in the open air.

Please contact to book your place and for further information.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £50 including lunch and all consumables; Concessions available.

11 June 2017

Celebrating British Farming and Food Open Farm Sunday is the farming industry’s national open day – a fantastic opportunity for everyone, young and old, to meet the farmers who grow their food and care for the countryside Find out more about Park Farm, Melbourne and other open farms at: www.farmsunday.org

Sun 11 June, 10am – 3pm

Open Farm Sunday - National Event Betty’s Farm, The Castle Way, Willington, DE65 6BW

You are invited to visit the farm, see how things work, feed the animals, collect the eggs, and enjoy a farm tour plus lots more!

Come along and join the family fun. BBQ on site, farm shop and café will be open.

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

Free

Sun 11 June, 6.30pm

Britain’s Glorious Coastline – Illustrated Talk Willington Village Hall, Twyford Road, DE65 6DE

Explore the whole range of wildlife which lives at the very edges of Britain - rock pools, sand dunes and marshlands with wildlife photographer Chris Hollis.

Tel: 07876 276 629 Email: skua2@hotmail.co.uk www.wild-scape.co.uk Price: £3 payable on the door.

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The History of Birmingham Botanical Gardens - Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Join Ticknall Garden Club for this talk with guest speaker Philip Aubury who is an ex director of The Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

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

Wed 14 June, 2 – 4pm

Footprints Orphanage in Kenya Talk Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join guest speaker Marian Askew for an account of her time as a volunteer at the “Footprints Orphanage” in Kenya. Learn about the foundation and its aims for the project.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £2.50 per person, to include refreshments.

Sat 17 & Sun 18 June, 9.30am – 5.30pm

Catton Park Horse Trials

Catton Hall, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Two day equestrian event. Dressage, show jumping and cross country in the beautiful rolling parkland.

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

Sat 17 & Sun 18 June

Repton Open Gardens and Scarecrow Trail at Repton Repton, South Derbyshire, DE65 6FH

Enjoy the delightful gardens and Repton’s varied village allotments. Start at St Wystan’s Church (DE65 6FH) and explore the scarecrow and garden trails, crafts and produce. Afternoon teas from 2.30pm in the Village Hall, Askew Grove.

Tel: 01283 703259 Email: wendylongden@btinternet.com Price: £5 per person; Children free of charge.

Sat 17 & Sun 18 June, 12 Noon – 6pm

Weston-on-Trent Village Scarecrow Trail

Weston on Trent, Derbyshire, DE72 2BT

Wed 14 June, 6.30pm

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

This popular annual showcase of school and community dance is now in its seventh year - an evening of family fun in The Glade.

Tickets available from Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: Adults £5; Concession/child £3; 2yrs and under Free.

Enjoy the 14th annual Scarecrow Trail in this beautiful village, with over 40 sites displaying scarecrows of all shapes and sizes. Refreshments will be available in the Village Hall and The Coopers Arms pub.

Tel: 01332 704028 Email: wurzel@westonscarecrowtrail.co.uk www.westonscarecrowtrail.co.uk Price: Trail Guide - Adults £2.50; Children £1.

Sat 17 June, 2.30 – 4pm

South Derbyshire Community Drummers Dance & Music Centre, 11 The Delph Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Djembe drumming sessions for adults 16 years and over. Learn how to play the Djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary.

Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £3.50 per person.

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Tue 20 June, 7.30 – 9pm

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove, DE65 6GJ

Kite-flying Day

Treat dad to a day out on Father’s Day and bring him to our annual kite-flying event.

The Midland Kite Fliers will thrill you with their skills. Bring your own kite, buy one here or make one in our workshop.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke Park admission fee applies: Adult £3.60; Child £1.80; Family £9.

Sun 18 June, 11am – 5pm

Shardlow Village Open Gardens Shardlow, DE72 2GA

Come and explore a variety of small and large gardens in the historic canal port of Shardlow. Refreshments served in some gardens. Programmes available at several points in the village.

Tel: 01332 792964

Sun 18 June, 3pm

Father’s Day Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting Sealwood Cottage Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PA

Visit this delightful corner of South Derbyshire, where you can experience a tour of the vineyard and taste the awardwinning wines produced. A superb Father’s Day gift idea. Private wine tastings for your group or in your home are available.

Tel: 01283 761371 Email: vineyard@sealwoodcottage.co.uk www.sealwoodcottage.co.uk/vineyard Price: Adults £10; Booking essential.

Archives & Archaeology Update Join Repton Village History Group for an update on their archives and archaeology.

Tel: 01283 702448 Email: rvhg@reptonvillage.org.uk www.reptonvillage.org.uk/history_group Price: £3.

Tue 20 June, 7.30 - 9.30pm

Findern & Friends Women’s Institute Findern Village Hall, Castle Hill, DE65 6AL

A warm welcome is offered to women of all ages - you are invited to come along and meet new friends. Enjoy a varied programme of speakers and entertainment, along with our lunch club and outings.

Tel: 01332 516114 Email: hilarysamways@hotmail.com Price: Free of charge.

Free

Sat 24 June, 9am – 4pm

Swadlincote Makers Market High Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8JE

The Makers Market on the last Saturday of the month is a place for arts, crafts, food and drink traders, makers and designers to showcase their products on a regular basis on Swadlincote High Street. Stallholders: Arts & crafts stalls contact: info@curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Food, drink and other stalls contact: simonwardle1@gmail.com or 07879 276243.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.curlymagpieandfriends.co.uk Free Price: Free entry and free parking.

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Sat 24 & Sun 25 June, 12:30 – 5pm

The Green, Findern, DE65 6AA

Maurice Lea Memorial Park, York Road, Church Gresley, DE11 0QG

Findern Village Fete

The Festival of Leisure Weekend

A traditional village fete on The Green - a day jam-packed with fun for all the family to include music, entertainment, crafts & activities and an array of great stalls. There will also be a bake-off, parades and displays, plus food & drink. www.findernvillagefete.co.uk Price: Free of charge.

Free

Sat 24 June, 3 – 11pm

Whistlewood Music Festival Whistlewood, The Common, Melbourne, DE73 8DH (SK: 372247)

The 4th Whistlewood Festival with local and not so local bands, children’s entertainment, activities and local food. Please contact to book your place and for further information.

Tel: 01332 865342 Email: bookings@whistlewoodcommon.org www.shop.whistlewoodcommon.org Price: £5 per person in advance; £10 per person on the gate.

Sat 24 & Sun 25 June, 10am – 5pm

NGS Open Garden at The Dower House

Church Square, Melbourne, DE73 8EJ

This beautiful garden will have its herbaceous borders and bank of roses at their best. Explore the glade, orchard, small woodland and take in the beautiful view of Melbourne Pool. Plenty of seating can be found as you wander around and refreshments will be available.

Tel: 01332 864756 Email: griseldakerr@btinternet.com www.ngs.org.uk Price: Entry fee applicable.

If you would like your event included in the next edition (July 2017 - Oct 2017) or would like to advertise in the publication, please contact Swadlincote TIC on 01283 222 848

South Derbyshire’s Festival of Leisure is a fun-packed weekend for all ages to enjoy including the Main Arena entertainment, together with brass bands, fairground rides, cultural events, side shows, displays and much more!

Tel: 01283 595846 www.south-derbys.gov.uk/fol Price: Free of charge.

Free

Sat 24 & Sun 25 June, 1 – 6pm

Lullington Open Gardens and Classic Car Weekend Lullington, DE12 8ED

There will be some twelve gardens to explore, a feature display of rural bygones in the church, a superb display of classic cars, tractors and other vehicles, not forgetting a mini Beer Festival at the Colvile Arms. Something for all ages to enjoy.

Tel: 01827 373690 Email: iancooper541@btinternet.com www.lullingtonnews.co.uk Price: £4 per person, to include entry to gardens and classic car display.

Sun 25 June, 10am – 4pm

Mercia Makers Market Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DW

Visit our makers and producers market at Mercia Marina. Handmade items, arts, crafts, foods and local producers’ market. Support local crafters and makers and enjoy the many items and delicious foods.

Tel: 01283 703332 Email: info@merciamarina.co.uk www.merciamarina.co.uk Price: Free entry and parking.

Free

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Thu 29 June, 2 – 4pm

War Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, DE72 2AX

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

Aston-on-Trent Well Dressing Construction

“Made in Swadlincote” Part II - Walk

Come and see the main Aston Well Dressing come to life - from laying out the clay and outlining the picture to bringing the design to life by using all natural materials. Please contact for times or see the website.

Tel: 01332 792046 Email: info@astonwelldressers.co.uk www.astonwelldressers.co.uk Price: Free entry; All donations welcome and will be passed on to our nominated charities for 2017.

Free

Wed 28 June, 12.30 – 1.30pm

Enjoy this fascinating town walk looking at the history of Swadlincote over the last 100 years and guided by The Magic Attic Archives. Part of the Swadlincote Townscape project supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: magicatticarch@googlemail.com www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ SwadlincoteTownscape Price: £2 per person; No booking required.

Fri 30 June, 7.30 – 11pm

Museum Guided Tour

Rosliston Astronomy Group

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

Join one of our knowledgeable guides for our free, monthly tour around the Museum and Kiln.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Free of charge; Free Donations appreciated.

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JX

Meetings include guest speakers or a magazine-style programme of short talks and presentations, followed by a night sky talk and public observing if the sky is clear.

Email: info@roslistonastronomy.org.uk www.roslistonastronomy.org.uk Price: Adult £3; Child under 16 £1.50.

Credits

Designed by Adam Leese - www.adamleese.co.uk Photography by Christopher Beech Photography, Louise Galdes Photography, H Humphries, Tony Summers, J Rock, P Studden, Ian Hey, Kevin Mason, N1 Golf, Etwall Well Dressing Association, Willington Arts Festival, L Hextall Compiled by Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre, February 2017

Obtaining alternative versions of this document If you would like this document in another language, or if you require the services of an interpreter, please contact us. This information is also available in large print, Braille, or audio format upon request.

Phone: 01283 595795 Email: customer.services@south-derbys.gov.uk Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information supplied in this leaflet, the TIC and South Derbyshire District Council cannot accept responsibility for any errors, omissions or subsequent changes, nor should any entry be deemed to be an endorsement of the establishment or activity by the TIC or District Council. You are advised to confirm details when booking or before travelling. All information believed to be correct at time of print.

The Glade provides an outdoor stage and arena in the natural surroundings of the forest. The venue is available for hire for both community and corporate events.

Special rates available for community and charity use.

Look out for the following shows coming to The Glade…

Friday 2nd June, 11am, 1pm and 3pm

Thursday 24th August, 4pm

This story from Fancy Entertainment is perfect for your little prince and princesses! It takes place after the original fairy tale, with Cinderella and her Prince teaching the Ugly Sisters how to behave more like princesses in time for their wedding ball.

Expect lots of fun, comedy and slapstick and plenty of interaction.

Limited numbers for each show.

Booking essential.

Tel: 01283 563843 Price: All tickets £5 (2 yrs & under free)

Intrepid explorers travel to an unchartered plateau and find flora and fauna beyond their wildest dreams. But how will they make anyone believe the wonders they have actually seen exist? Unless, of course, they bring something back…Illyria promises prehistoric thrills, monster laughs and life size dinosaurs in the must-see show of the summer.

Price: All tickets £10 (2 yrs & under free) Tel: 01283 222848

Wednesday 14th June, 6.30pm

Join us for an evening of musical magic and singalong to all the Proms favourites with Newhall Band. Arena open from 5.30pm, performance at 7pm. Don’t forget to bring a picnic!

Price: Adult £5, Concessions/Child £2.50, Family £12.

Tel: 01283 222848

You Shall Go To The Ball!

Dance in the Forest

This popular annual showcase of school and community dance is now in its seventh year.

Price: Adult £5, Concession/Child £3 (2 yrs & under free).

Tel: 01283 563483

The Lost World

Saturday 1st September, 7pm

Last Night of the Proms

The Glade is an outdoor venue so please remember to dress according to the prevailing weather conditions and to wear appropriate footware.

For further information about these events or if you would like to have your own event at The Glade, please contact 01283 563483. www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk