what's on guide - summer & autumn 2015

What’s Onin South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Summer & Autumn 2015 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic

Free

Welcome...to the Summer & Autumn edition ofWhat’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 [email protected] You will find us located within Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9DG. Open Mon - Sat, 10am - 4:30pm.

Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre

Find us on Facebook Badge CMYK / .eps

Tweet with Twitter

@swadlincotetic

2

3

4 September – 3 October 2015The Melbourne Festival brings a celebration of the

creative and performing arts to this gem of a village.

This year the Festival is putting a strong focus on talented Derbyshire artists, performers and artisan foodmakers as part of ‘Made in Derbyshire 2015’ a

celebration of all things made in the county. To whet your appetites look out for artists including Rachel

Carter, Louise Roe and Laura Donaldson on the Trail, performances by James Rippingdale, 1623 Theatre Company and A Choir’d Taste and fantastic food by

BitterSweet Chocolate and Forteys Fudges!

The centrepiece of the month long event is the Art & Architecture Trail which takes place over

the weekend of the 19 & 20 September. The Trail brings a late Summer splash of colour and energy to Melbourne with over 100 artists in 70 venues.

Visiting professional artists are hosted in rooms made available in private houses. Featuring a variety of

mediums and styles of work, there is something for every taste and pocket.

Highlights of this year’s Festival include:

Art & Architecture Trail Family Trail

Made in Derbyshire 2015 ExhibitionConcerts & Performances Programme

Find out more at:www.melbournefestival.co.uk

07765 819 [email protected]

Summer & Autumn

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

4

Enjoy great performances in the great outdoors with ‘Mr Stink’ and Last Night of the Proms at The Glade in Rosliston or Summer Nights Films at Calke featuring The Blues Brothers and The Grande Budapest Hotel.Take the opportunity to tour Catton Hall and attend major events in the Park including the National Carriage Driving Trials, Bloodstock Open Air and the UK Festival of Fireworks.Explore the area with walks and cycle rides, plus NGS Open Gardens and Heritage Open Days – a unique chance to visit everything from private gardens to stately homes.Bring your best friend to ‘Bark in the Park’ at Eureka Park or ‘It’s a Dog’s Life’ at Calke Abbey to celebrate all things canine.Keep the kids occupied with Summer holiday activities at Rosliston Forestry Centre and Etwall Leisure Centre, plus National Play Day at Maurice Lea Park.Indulge in great food & drink at Swadlincote’s monthly farmers’ market, including a celebration of Orchard Day in September, or visit the vineyard at Sealwood Cottage for some wine tasting.Enjoy all the fun of the fair with Egginton Church Summer Fete, Overseal Parade & Gala, Melbourne Fete & Carnival and many more.Try something new compete in the library’s Sunflower Challenge, search for butterflys at Rosliston, set a wacky races land speed record at Sharpe’s, listen for bats at Elvaston or follow Bertie Bear on his adventures around Swadlincote Woodlands.Dare to visit Elvaston Castle for an Eerie Adventure this Halloween or create your own scary decorations at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum.

Wed 1 Jul - Thu 30 Jul, 10am - 4pmGranville School Art ExhibitionSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExhibition of artwork by students from

Granville School.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: FREE

Wed 1 Jul - Fri 31 Jul, 10am - 4pmBarrie Slatter ExhibitionSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExhibition of aviation paintings covering WW1,

WW2 and the present day in the Coffee Shop by

Barrie Slatter.


Wed 1 Jul - Mon 31 Aug, 10am - 4pmFeatured Artist - Elaine ThompsonSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExhibition of wood carving in the Museum shop

by featured artist Elaine Thompson.


Wed 1 Jul, 2:30pmBamfords Antique Valuation DaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGFirst Wednesday of the month. Bamford’s

auctioneers will be offering advice and

valuations at the Museum. A fantastic chance to

unearth your family heritage and find out about

the history and today’s value of the items!

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £1 donation per item; this is used towards the upkeep of the Museum.

Thu 2 Jul, 7pmVisit to ReptonSt Wystan’s Church, Repton, DE65 6FHJoin Hilton & Marston History Group for this

visit to Repton. Meet at Repton Church. Visitors

welcome.

Tel: 01283 733069 www.hiltonmarstonhistory.orgPrice: £3

Fri 3 Jul - Sun 5 Jul, 6:30pm – 2:30pmBushcraft Adventure WeekendWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, DE73 8BJAn action-packed weekend for older children

and parents run by one of the longest-established

schools of Bushcraft in the UK. Build an

effective shelter to sleep in, create fire using

friction, fashion some clever gadgets/furniture

using various tools, cook up your food over the

campfire as well as lots of other exciting skills

and crafts.

Tel: 01530 411861Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: Adults: £155, Child £100 (13 or over)

Free

Free

Free


visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic 5

July

Fri 3 Jul - Sun 5 Jul, (Fri 7:30pm to 9pm, Sat 10am to 5pm, Sun 9am to 5pm)Weekend Retreat - Meditation for a Clear Mind Tara Kadampa Meditation Centre, Ashe Hall, Ash Lane, Etwall, DE65 6HTThis retreat is for those wishing to learn how to

meditate and to help you cultivate a spacious and

balanced mind through meditation. Suitable for

beginners and also for those wanting to refresh

their meditation practice.

Tel: 01283 732338Email: [email protected]: Non-residential £50

Sat 4 Jul, 10am - 12noon and 1:30pm - 3:30pm Glass Making WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin Angela Thompson for this glass making

workshop. Get creative with your glass, which

will then be fired and returned to the Museum

for you to collect. Suitable for beginners, adults

only. Includes materials and refreshments.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £12 (includes materials). Booking essential.

Sat 4 Jul, 10:30am - 3pmCrystal & Gift Event Swadlincote Therapy Rooms, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGA large selection of tumblestones and other

crystal shapes, as well as angel, fairy and Buddha

figures plus incense, oil burners and other new

age gifts.

Email: [email protected]: FREE

Sat 4 Jul - Sun 5 Jul, 11am - 5pmAston on Trent Well DressingAston on Trent Village Centre, DE72 2AEA fun-packed family festival with more than

ten Well Dressings. Come along and see these

magnificent natural works of art and enjoy the

entertainment. There is something for everyone

this year, with magicians, puppets, live music

and plenty more as well as our new Children’s

Zone full of fun, games and crafts.

Tel: 01332 799948 Email: [email protected]: FREE Entry - all donations welcome and will be passed on to our nominated charities for 2015.

Sat 4 Jul - Sun 5 Jul, 11am - 9pmDerbyshire Sausage and Cider FestivalCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LNA huge selection of gourmet sausages, ciders and

real ales. A massive amount for children to do,

plus live music and over forty arts and crafts

stalls. Camping available.

Tel: 07811 197561 www.sausageandciderfestival.comPrices: From £6

Free Free

6 Sat 4 & Sun 5 July, 11am - 5pm

www.astonwelldressers.co.uk

Aston-On-TrentWell DressingsThe traditional art of decorating springs and wells with pictures using only what

nature can provide. Its origins are a mystery and are thought to date back to

the time of the Celts or even earlier. With dedication and skill in its execution, this

ancient custom offers a fascinating insight into traditional Derbyshire heritage.

Sat 4 Jul, 1:45pm - 4pmEgginton Church Summer FeteEgginton Memorial Hall, Church Road, DE65 6HPJoin us for this annual fun event. Children’s

fancy dress competition on the theme of

“America’’ (registration at 1:45pm), beer tent,

cream teas, stalls, family games, face painting,

tombola and much more. This is a traditional

and fun afternoon for all the family to enjoy and

supports our magnificent 13th Century church.

Tel: 01283 734736 Email: [email protected]: FREE

Sat 4 Jul, 2pm - 3pmButterfly WalkRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXJoin our local enthusiast Peter Brewster on a

butterfly safari around the site. Meet at 1:45pm

for a 2pm start in the foyer. 2 miles, no stiles. Led

by Get Active in the Forest.

Tel: 01283 563483 www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £1

Sun 5 Jul, 10am - 1pmBook Folding WorkshopRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXLearn the art of book folding for bespoke home

decor or a unique gift. Therapeutic, enjoyable

and addictive. All equipment provided for use in

the workshop.

Tel: 07989 127013Email: [email protected]/alycraft.bookfoldingPrice: £15 per person

Sun 5 Jul, 2pmHistory Walks in ReptonSt Wystan’s Church, Repton, DE65 6FHLearn about the history of this unique village on

a walk led by a village guide, followed by tea and

cake in Repton Village Hall. Meet at St Wystan’s

Church. Fundraising event organised by Repton

History Group and Repton WI in aid of village

hall redevelopment funds.

Tel: 01283 704034 / 01283 702702Email: [email protected]: £6 Booking Essential.

Fri 10 Jul - Sun 12 JulCatton Summer Carriage Driving TrialsCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LNNational Carriage Driving Trials at Catton

Park. Classes include: Novice Horse, Novice

Pony, Intermediate Horse, Intermediate Pony,

Open Single Horse, Open Single Pony, Advanced

Horse, Advanced Pony, Open Horse Pairs, Open

Pony Pairs, Advanced Horse Pairs, Advanced

Pony Pairs, Horse Tandems, Pony Tandems,

Horse Four-in-Hand and Pony Four-in-Hand.

Tel: 01283 716311 www.britishcarriagedriving.co.ukPrice: Please contact for further details.

Fri 10 Jul, 10am - 4pmSeasoned Cookery School - Pastry Made EasyCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LNA baking course taught by 2014 Great British

Bake Off finalist Luis Troyano. You will learn

how to make three different types of pastry, hot

water crust, choux and short crust, as well as

hearing all of Luis’ stories from inside the Bake

Off tent.

Tel: 01283 810275Email: [email protected]: Please contact for further details.

Fri 10 Jul, 10:30am - 12:30pmVintage Paper Wreath Workshop & Traditional Afternoon TeaVintage Pink Gift Shop & Tea Rooms, Foresters, Main Street, Scropton, DE65 5PPCome and join us for a friendly craft workshop

with Sarah from Ollie-Bobs to make a gorgeous

paper wreath from vintage book pages. All

materials are supplied. The morning will include

a traditional cream tea served in our vintage tea

rooms (or tea gardens if the weather is kind!).

Tel: 01332 460160Email: [email protected]: £15 per person

Free


Further Information: www.n1golf.com

William Nadin Way, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0BB01283 229 839

15 bay floodlit golf range with 8 outdoors bays

N1 Golf Teaching Academy with PGA Professional Graeme Long

Fri 10 Jul - Sat 11 Jul, 1pm - 5pm55th Overseal Parade & Gala and Scarecrow CompetitionOverseal Village Hall & Recreation Ground, Woodville Road, DE12 6LUCome and see the wonderful scarecrows

throughout the village from Friday and join us

on Saturday for a day of family fun, including

the parade of floats, with the Gala King &

Queen, along with numerous stalls, attractions

and family entertainment. 10 July: Judging of

Scarecrow Competition at 6pm; 11 July: Parade

of Floats from 1pm-2pm, and Gala 1pm-5pm.

Tel: 01283 761667Email: [email protected]: Adults £1/Children Free

Sat 11 Jul - Sat 5 SepRecord Breakers! Summer Reading ChallengeAll libraries - DerbyshireTake up the challenge of reading six library

books during the Summer holidays at all

Derbyshire libraries. Can you manage all six

and get a finisher’s medal? Sign up at your local

Derbyshire Library and get reading! You can

take your books on holiday too if you want.

Open to all children aged 2-12.

Tel: 01629 533013 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/librariesPrice: Free but you need to be a library member to take part.

Sat 11 Jul, 10amFootloose Walkers - Swarkestone WalkMeet at: Crewe & Harpur Public House, Swarkestone, DE73 7GWGuided walk around Swarkestone via Barrow

upon Trent. Dogs on a lead please. Please phone

for further details. The Footloose Walking

Group is a 40+ singles group.

Email: [email protected]: Please contact for further details.

Sat 11 Jul - Sun 6 Sep, 10:30am - 4pmThe Garden of Imagination and Calke ExploreCalke Abbey House & Estate, Ticknall, DE73 7LEEnjoy carefree Summer days in our exciting

natural play areas. Let your imagination run

away with you in our large kitchen garden or

go wild in our woodland exploration area every

day of the Summer holidays.

Tel: 01332 863822 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbeyPrice: Normal Park and Garden admission charges apply.

Sat 11 Jul, 11:45amMelbourne Fete and CarnivalSchool Playing Fields, Packhorse Road, DE73 8JEA day of fun and entertainment for all the

family. The Carnival procession starts at 11:45am

from Castle Square. The Fete opens at 12noon on

the Playing Fields. This year’s theme is ‘holidays’

- summer, winter, tropical, around the world,

camping, caravanning, holiday camps (hi-di-hi)

and all other mini breaks inbetween! As always

we’ll be giving you a wonderfully traditional

family day out!

www.melbournefetecarnival.co.ukPrice: Entry by programme. Adults £2.50, Under 16’s FREE.

Sat 11 Jul, 2pm - 4pmSouth Derbyshire Community DrummersSwadlincote Town Hall, The Delph, DE11 0AGDjembe drumming sessions for adults. Learn

how to play the djembe in a friendly and relaxed

atmosphere; no experience necessary and plenty

of drums available for use at the session.

Tel: 01283 225741 www.tribalvibes.netPrice: £3.50 per person

Free


10

Invisible Heritage Photography Competition

Capture our local heritage so that it’s not forgotten……

Outdoor exhibition of winning entries in Eureka Park

Prize for overall winnerFREE Entry

Closing date for entries 13th Sept 2015

To enter visit: www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ihphotocomp

Sun 12 Jul Mercia Marina Classic Car ShowFindern Lane, Willington, DE65 6DWWith over 50 different classics on display from

Rolls Royce, Triumph, Jaguar and MG! Fly over

by an RAF Dakota, plus food, shopping and

entertainment. Enjoy a classic day overlooking

the marina water space and watch the judging to

determine the best car in show! An excellent day

out for all the family.

Tel: 01283 703332Email: [email protected]: FREE parking and entry

Sun 12 Jul, 10am - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Bluebell ArboretumAnwell Lane, Smisby, LE65 2TABeautiful nine acre woodland garden with a

large collection of rare trees and shrubs. Interest

throughout the year with Spring flowers, cool

leafy areas in Summer and sensational Autumn

colour. Information posters to describe the

more unusual plants. Adjacent specialist tree

and shrub nursery. (Please be aware this is not

a wood full of bluebells, despite the name). The

woodland garden is fully labelled and the staff

can answer questions or talk at length about

any of the trees or shrubs on display. Please

wear sturdy, waterproof footwear during wet

weather! Tea/coffee on request (no food).

Tel: 01530 413700 www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £5, Children Free

Sun 12 Jul, 1:30pm - 5:30pmNGS Open Garden - Woodend Cottage34 Main Street, Repton, DE65 6FBPlant lover’s garden with glorious views on a

sloping 2½ acre site developed organically for

year-round interest. On lower levels, herbaceous

borders are arranged informally and connected

via lawns, a thyme bed, pond and pergolas.

Mixed woodland and a grassed labyrinth lead

naturally into fruit, vegetable and herb potager

with meadows beyond. Perennials and grasses

for sale.


Tue 14 Jul - Thu 16 Jul, 9am - 3pmBushcraft for PractitionersWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJAn opportunity to gain some real confidence

and understanding on this 3 day approved

training course by one of the longest established

providers of Bushcraft in the UK. Effective

shelter building, confident fire lighting and

friction fire lighting, safe and confident knife

and tool skills, water procurement, string

making, as well as tree identification, campfire

gadgets and wilderness cookery. Ideal for

teachers, rangers, outdoor instructors and forest

school leaders.

Tel: 01530 411861Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: £295, IOL members £275. Discounts for 3 or more places.

Free

Tue 14 Jul, 7:30pmThe World of Hellebores TalkTicknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JUJoin Ticknall Garden Club for this talk by

John Massey, a popular speaker from Ashwood

Nurseries and an expert in the propagation of

hellebores.

Tel: 01283 532161 www.ticknallgardenclub.org.ukPrice: £3

Wed 15 Jul, 7:30pmHistory Along the Road TalkThe Magic Attic Archives, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin The Magic Attic for this talk by Janet

Spavold. Includes light refreshments.

Tel: 01283 819020 www.magicattic.org.ukPrice: £2.50

Thu 16 Jul, 10:30amMines, Mills and Murder Walk (Experience Swadlincote, Midway and Bretby Estate)Meet at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGA figure of eight walk with much of local

history interest led by Dot Morson for the

Environmental Education Project. The last of

the WW1 commemoration walks. Please bring

a packed lunch and drink. No dogs. 5.75 miles,

3 stiles. Town pavements, field and woodland

paths with ascents and descents.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: FREE (supported by Heritage Lottery Fund).

Sat 18 Jul, 10am - 3pmCurly Magpie Vintage & Handmade Market - (See Advert bottom Left)

Sat 18 Jul, 10am - 5pmNGS Open Garden - Calke AbbeyCalke Abbey House and Estate, Ticknall, DE73 7LELate 18th Century walled gardens gradually

restored over the last 25 years, featuring: Flower

garden with summer bedding, herbaceous

borders and the unique auricula theatre;

Georgian orangery, impressive collection of

glasshouses and garden buildings; Icehouse

and recently repaired grotto; and, vegetable

garden growing heirloom varieties of fruit and

vegetables, often on sale to visitors. Restaurant

in main visitor facilities for light refreshments

and locally sourced food, plus kiosk in gardens

serving teas, coffees, ice cream and cake.

Tel: 01332 863822www.ngs.org.ukPrice: Adults £8, Child £4 (inc parking, entrance to park and stables).

Sat 18 Jul - Sun 19 Jul, 10am - 2pmFamily Bushcraft WeekendWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, DE73 8BJA super weekend of fun and adventure for all ages.

Sleep in an effective shelter built by yourselves,

create fire using a variety of methods including

friction, as well as other skills and games. Join

Dave and his team for a weekend to remember.

Tel: 01530 411861Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: Adults £105, Children £55

Free

Vintage & Handmade

Pop-Up MarketSaturday 18th July, 10am – 3pm

Swadlincote Town Hall & The Delph, Swadlincote,Derbyshire DE11 9DG

Entrance: £1, under 16’s FREEwww.curlymagpie.co.uk

Handmade crafts & gifts, local products, vintage fashion, shabby chic,

retro homewares, homemade cakes.


GO RIDE CYCLING FUN DAY25 July, 12 noon-3pm, Free entry, Eureka Park, Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BA. A family fun day to celebrate all things cycling! If you’re a beginner, an expert or never been in the saddle before, there will be something of interest. Cycling tasters, fun activities, demonstrations, cycling advice & information, blender vendor bike, bike marking and lots more.Further information: 01283 228766 / 01283 595906, www.south-derbys.gov.uk

GO RIDE CYCLING EVENTSEureka Park will be hosting Go Ride events on 30th July (10am-12noon), 20th August (10am-12noon), 12th Sept (2-4pm) and 28th Oct (2-4pm). These are free drop in events with fun and safe activities for young riders to improve their bike handling skills and to introduce them to the world of cycle sport.Further information: 01283 228766 / 01283 595906, www.south-derbys.gov.uk

NATIONAL FOREST AUTUMN CHALLENGEThis late season finale on 11 October is packed with features like no other sportive out there. The aim is to provide you with an event which guides you around some of the most picturesque villages and country lanes in the Forest and also gives you all the event features of a number of sportives all rolled into one! Three routes are available: 65km, 100km and 160km. Further information: 07768 159663,www.titaniumcyclingevents.co.uk

CYCLE HIRE AT ROSLISTON FORESTRY CENTREWhether it’s adult bikes, kids bikes or child bikes, our cycle hire takes care of the whole family - including child seats and trailers too. So all you need to do is choose which cycle routes to take! For gentle exercise, stick to the surfaced paths. For more adventurous cycling, a spin around the more challenging grassy routes bordering the site perimeter. The cycle hire centre is open from April to October.Further information: 01283 563 483,www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk

CYCLING IN SOUTH DERBYSHIRE For information on cycling routes and facilities in the area contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on01283 222848, www.visitnationalforest.co.uk To find out more about local cycling activities and organisations for all ages and abilities, including Early Riders balance bike training, learn-to-ride programme, Bikeability cycle training and the Senior Cycling Group, contact Alistair Bagnall on 07580 637123, www.healthiersouthderbyshire.org

TOUR DE NATIONAL FOREST!Do you want to be the next Sir Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome or Mark Cavendish, orjust want to get back in the saddle – enjoy a great Summer of Cycling in The National Forest.

Sat 18 Jul, 10:30am and 1:30pmPatchwork WorkshopsSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGLearn traditional patchwork technique and

make a start on an heirloom piece with Sarah

from Ollie-Bobs. The workshop involves hand

sewing paper piecing hexagons and other shapes

to patchwork. All supplies are included but you

can bring along fabric scraps you would like to

include. Suitable for accompanied children and

beginners.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £15 (Includes materials)

Sun 19 Jul, 2:15pmSealwood Cottage TourSealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAConducted tour of beautifully restored 17th

Century gothic-style cottage with many

interesting and unique features including a

secret pull out bed. Come and visit to see more.

Tel: 01283 761371 / 07964 032387

Email: [email protected]: £3 Booking essential

Sun 19 Jul, 3pmVineyard Tour and Wine TastingSealwood Cottage Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PAEnjoy a wonderful opportunity to visit the

Vineyard to discover the amazing vines which

have made award-winning English wine.

Tel: 01283 761371 / 07964 032387Email: [email protected]: £7 Booking essential

Wed 22 Jul, 10am - 11amTree WalkRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXCome along and join the Forestry Commission

for a walk around the site whilst learning about

its wide variety of trees. Meet at 9:45am for 10am

start in the main foyer. 2 miles, no stiles.

Tel: 01283 563483 www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £1 per person

Thu 23 Jul, 10amKings Newton to Stanton-by-Bridge Circular WalkMeet at Hardinge Arms, Main Street, Kings Newton, DE73 8BXEasy walking to Stanton-by-Bridge and back

through Woodend Lane and Poppy Wood with

a stop at Stanton Parish Church. Free parking at

the pub. 4 miles, more than 5 stiles. Organised by

the ‘Melbourne Walkers are Welcome’ group.

Tel: 07708 435469www.melbournefootpathsgroup.org.ukPrice: £2 per person

Fri 24 Jul, 10:30am - 2:30pmPlasticine PlaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGPop along and be inspired by a collection and

make something out of plasticine - take a picture

and upload it to our Flickr account!

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: FREE (Donations welcome)

Fri 24 Jul – Fri 4 Sep, 2pm - 4pmLaser Combat Session in the WoodsRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXEvery Wednesday and Thursday between 24th

July and 4th September. Go wild in the woods!

Purchase a ticket in the barn shop and make

your way to the combat wood to play your game!

Tel: 01283 563483www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £2.50 per person for 10 minute game.

Fri 24 Jul - Fri 4 Sep, 2pm - 4pmArchery Drop In SessionRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXEvery Monday and Friday from 24th July to 4th

September. Come and try your shooting skills.

Purchase a ticket in the shop and make your

way to the archery paddock anytime between

2pm and 4pm. Please contact for further details.

Tel: 01283 563483www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £2.50 per person for 6 arrows.

Free


Sat 25 Jul - Sun 26 Jul24 Hr Thunder RunCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LNAdidas Thunder Run is a 24 hour off-road

relay race against the clock. Whether you run

solo, in pairs or teams of 5 or 8 it’ll test your

tactics, endurance, speed and team work. It’s an

exhilarating, rewarding and tiring race with a

great atmosphere.

Tel: 01298 687331 www.tr24.co.ukPrice: Please contact for further details.

Sat 25 Jul, 9:30am - 1pmTrimcraft - Sue BurrowsRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, DE12 8JXGuest designer Sue Burrows from Trimcraft. A

three project workshop using paper craft and

card making with Kraftiz.

Tel: 01283 480272 / 07971 268943 Email: [email protected] Price: £15

Sat 25 Jul, 10am - 12:30pmSaturday Talk - T.G. Green Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGOne in a series of Saturday Talks by historian

and archivist Dr Iain Hambling on the history of

T.G. Green. This one features the WW2 period.

Includes tea, coffee and cake.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £5

Sat 25 Jul, 10:30am - 2:30pmPlasticine PlaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGPop along and be inspired by a collection and

make something out of plasticine. Take a picture

and upload it to our Flickr account!

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: Free (Donations welcome)

Sat 25 Jul, 12pm - 3pmGo Ride Cycling Fun DayEureka Park, Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BAA family fun day to celebrate all things cycling!

Whether you’re a beginner, an expert or

never been in the saddle before, there will

be something of interest. Cycling tasters, fun

activities, demonstrations, cycling advice and

information, blender vendor bike, bike marking

and lots more.

Tel: 01283 228766Email: [email protected]: FREE

Sat 25 Jul, 7:30pm - 10pmSongs for a Summer’s Evening Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GJFollowing a recent very successful production

of The Mikado at the Duchess Theatre in Long

Eaton, Melbourne Operatic Society are back in

concert in Melbourne. They will be performing

a wide variety of songs with solo performances,

duets, ensembles and selections by the large

chorus. Wine and nibbles included!

Tel: 01332 811077/01332 863030Email: mos@melbourneoperaticsociety.comwww.melbourneoperaticsociety.comPrice: £7, Under 16’s Free

Sun 26 Jul, 11am - 4pmFine Food FairCalke Abbey House and Estate, Ticknall, DE73 7LECelebrate local food that’s grown, raised, baked

or caught within a 30-mile radius. Enjoy cooking

demonstrations and tastings with the Calke

chefs.

Tel: 01332 863822Email: [email protected]/calke-abbey Price: Normal park admission applies - £3.20 per adult, £1.60 per child, National Trust members free.

Free

Free

14 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic

Sun 26 Jul, 2pm - 5:30pmNGS Open Garden - Askew Cottage23 Milton Road, Repton, DE65 6FZNGS Garden open for charity. The garden was

professionally designed and comprises several

different areas joined with curved flowing

paths. There is a circle of meadow grass within a

cloud box hedge, a small wildlife pool and plenty

of interesting shrubs and perennials including

trained fruit trees.

Tel: 01283 701608Email: [email protected]: £3, Children Free

Sun 26 Jul, 4pmMr StinkRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXAn outdoor show packed with fun, humour

and a heart-warming message. Heartbreak

Production’s adaptation of David Walliam’s

fantastic story of Mr Stink is suitable for

the whole family to enjoy. Doors open 3pm

(come early and bring a picnic); Performance

commences 4pm. Tickets available from

Swadlincote TIC and Rosliston Forestry Centre.

Tel: 01283 563483 / 01283 222848Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £8, 2 years and under free

Mon 27 Jul - Fri 31 Jul, 9am - 5pmOut and Active Holiday ClubRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXFully supervised fun-packed days for kids.

Outdoor activities may include archery, laser

games and climbing wall. Places limited so book

early to avoid disappointment.

Tel: 01283 563483www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £20 per child per day. Booking essential.

Mon 27 Jul - Sat 5 Sep, 9am - 3:30pmEtwall Multi Sport Summer CampEtwall Leisure Centre, Hilton Road, Etwall, DE65 6HZActive Nation run multi sports camps during

school holidays. The camps are delivered by Roy

Hogarth who is a level 3 coach and a variety of

other coaches. Sports may include: badminton,

short tennis, ultimate frisbee, rounders,

dodgeball, football, basketball, athletics, cricket

and much more. All 8-14 year olds can join

the fun splash session from 2-3pm. Under 8s

will continue with sports between 2-3pm. All

participants will receive one free family swim

or badminton court voucher.

Tel: 01283 733348Email: [email protected]: £15 per day or £60 per week, sibling discounts are available.

Mon 27 Jul, 10am - 11am and 11:30am - 12:30pmSunflower ChallengeMelbourne Library, High Street, Melbourne, DE73 8GJTake up the challenge of growing the tallest

sunflower in Melbourne! Come along to the

library and decorate a pot and plant marker,

plant a sunflower, then take it home and

watch it grow. Come back to the library each

week with a photo and measurement of your

sunflower. Prize for the tallest! Places limited so

call into the library to book your place. Suitable

for children ages 2+. All children under 8 must

be accompanied.

Tel: 01629 533013 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/librariesPrice: Free. Booking essential.

Tue 28 Jul, 10am - 11am and 11:30am - 12:30pmSunflower ChallengeSwadlincote Library, Civic Way, Swadlincote, DE11 0ADTake up the challenge of growing the tallest

sunflower in Swadlincote! Come along to the

library and decorate a pot and plant marker,

plant a sunflower, then take it home and watch

it grow. Come back to library each week with

a photo and measurement of your sunflower.

Prize for the tallest! Places limited so call into

the library to book your place. Suitable for

children age 2+. All children under 8 must be

accompanied.

Tel: 01629 533013www.derbyshire.gov.uk/librariesPrice: Free. Booking essential.

Free

Free


Tue 28 Jul, 10:30am - 2:30pmClay DaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGBe inspired by our collection and make something

out of clay at this drop in family workshop!


Tue 28 Jul, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch Activities - Summer Party!Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXCelebrate the start of the Summer holidays with

environmental games, quizzes and craft... Join us

on the picnic area for as long as you like between

2 and 4pm! Bring your own picnic. Activities

suitable for ages 4-12 years.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: £2.50 per child

Wed 29 Jul, 12:30pmSharpe’s Pottery Museum & Kiln TourWest Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExplore the unique history of the Kiln and

Museum galleries with a free guided tour. Learn

about an invention which changed the world

for the better and pots which are an iconic part

of our British social history.


Wed 29 Jul, 11am - 2pmTeddy Bear’s PicnicElvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPIf you go down to Elvaston Castle today you’re

sure of a big surprise! Kick off the summer

holiday fun by joining us for our Teddy Bear’s

Picnic. We’ll have games, crafts, outdoor art

and much more! Meet on lawn terraces in front

of castle. Bring your teddy bear and picnic.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 01629 533870Email: [email protected]/leisure/countrysidePrice: FREE, small charges for some activities. Car parking charges apply.

Thu 30 Jul, 9am - 3pmSwadlincote Farmers’ MarketThe Delph, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0ADThe start of the school Summer holidays and a

great chance to pick up ideas to entertain the

kids. Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre

will be on hand with events, activities and

days out at venues throughout The National

Forest and beyond. Try locally-produced

berries and cream for free. Entertainment will

include a live performance at midday featuring

Dance Network (Facebook: DanceNetwork –

Midlands).

Tel: 01283 222848Email: gail.archer@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.south-derbys.gov.ukPrice: FREE Entry & Free Parking in Swadlincote.

Thu 30 Jul, 10am - 1pmWacky Races WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGCan you break the land speed record with

your Wacky Racer? Come along to this family

workshop and create your own dream machine

and race it against others. Suitable for ages 5+.

All children must be accompanied. Organised by

Swadlincote Adult and Community Education.

Tel: 01629 533013Email: [email protected]/librariesPrice: FREE

Fri 31 Jul, 10am - 12pmTeddy Walk at Swadlincote WoodlandsDerby Road, Swadlincote, DE11 8LPYour little ones will love this Teddy Walk.

Follow Bertie Bear on his adventures around

Swadlincote Woodlands. This guided walk takes

you through the Woodlands, whilst reading the

story of Bertie Bear on his trail.

Tel: 01283 563483 / 07814 569370Email: [email protected] [email protected]: FREE

Free

Free

Free

Free

Free

Free



Sat 1 & Sun 2 AugCapable Canines Dog ShowCatton Hall, Walton on Trent, Swadlincote, DE12 8LNPlease contact for details.

Tel: 01283 716892www.capablecanines.co.uk

Sat 1 Aug, 10amFootloose Walkers - Melbourne WalkMeet at Melbourne Parish Church, Wilson Road/Blackwell Lane, Melbourne, DE73 8EJA guided walk around Melbourne and Staunton

Harold Reservoir. Dogs on a lead please.

Email: [email protected]

Sat 1 Aug - Mon 31 Aug, 10am - 4pmEddie Morgan ExhibitionSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExhibition of original paintings and cards

including local scenes in the coffee shop.


Sat 1 Aug - Wed 30 Sep, 10am - 4pmT.G. Green Pottery - A HistorySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGA history of local pottery T.G. Green & Co

Ltd. Celebrating the 150th anniversary of

the company’s founding in Church Gresley.

Exhibition in the Lower Gallery.


Sat 1 Aug, 7:30pm - 11pmStrictly T-4-2 Tea Dance The Chimneys, Twyford, Willington, DE65 6PPEnjoy a fabulous evening of formal ballroom

dancing and sequence dancing. Black tie event.

Contact Karen for more information.

Tel: 07720 571268Email: [email protected]/dancingwithkarenPrice: £10 per person including food. Booking Essential.

Sun 2 Aug, 12pm - 5pmNGS Open Garden13 Westfield Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BGA garden on 2 levels of approx. ½ an acre.

(7 steps with handrail). Packed herbaceous

borders designed for colour. Roses and clematis

scrambling over pergolas. Greenhouses, raised

bed vegetable area, fruit trees and bushes. Free

range chicken area. Plenty of seating.

Tel: 01283 221167www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £3, Children Free

Sun 2 Aug, 1pm - 3:45pmA Second Peek Behind Shutters! Elvaston Castle County Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPNot generally open to the public to view - now

is your chance to pre-book a half hour slot with

the Rangers to take a closer look at Elvaston’s

magic Gothic Hall. Find out about the Earls that

once lived here, who redesigned the hall in 1831

and why. Meet in the cobbled entrance of the

Gothic Hall. Equipment: Suitable footwear, no

high heels.

Tel: 01629 533870Email: [email protected]/countrysidePrice: Adults £1.50, Under 16s FREE (must be accompanied by an adult). Booking essential. Parking charges apply.

Free

Free


August

Tue 4 Aug, 10:30am - 12pmRecord Breakers! - Stacking Cups ChallengeSwadlincote Library, Civic Way, DE11 0ADTake up the challenge of stacking and

unstacking cups in the fastest time! Decorate a

set of cups to take home plus have a go on the

Speed Stacks. Suitable for children age 5+. All

children under 8 must be accompanied.


Tue 4 Aug, 10am - 2pmCeramics Decoration Workshop! Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGLearn about lithograph techniques used by T.G.

Green and decorate your ceramic item at this

drop in family workshop!


Tue 4 Aug, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch Activities: Pond DippingRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXStart any time between 2pm and 3:30pm. Join us

by the pond/lake. We provide all the equipment,

but please be prepared to share within family

groups. Activities suitable for ages 4-12 years.


Wed 5 Aug, 2:30pm – 4pm Bamfords Antique Valuation DaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGFirst Wednesday of the month. Bamford’s


valuations at the Museum.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £1 donation per item; This is used towards the upkeep of the Museum.

Wed 5 Aug, 10:30am - 3pmWild WednesdaysElvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPGo wild every Wednesday in the Summer

holidays at Elvaston Castle. Each week

has a different activity on offer, including

environmental art, wildlife, nature, woodland

skills and much more. Meet on the lawn in front

of the Castle. Children must be accompanied by

an adult.

Tel: 01629 533870www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countrysideeventsPrice: Small charge for activities. Parking charges apply.

Wed 5 Aug, 12pm - 4pmNational Play DayMaurice Lea Memorial Park, York Road, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9QGA celebration of children’s right to play. This

year’s event promises to bring bouncy castles,

soft play, laser combat, human table football,

arts & crafts, Xplorer and the climbing wall, plus

much more for the whole family to enjoy.

Tel: 01283 595973www.south-derbys.gov.ukPrice: FREE

Thu 6 Aug, 10am - 1pmRoaring Rockets WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGWill you rocket blast off or fizzle out? Come

along to this family workshop and create your

own roaring rocket. Suitable for ages 5+. All

children must be accompanied.


Free

Free

Free

Free


Thu 6 Aug - Sun 9 Aug, 12pm - 11pmBloodstock Open AirCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, Swadlincote, DE12 8LNThe UK’s biggest heavy metal festival with

100+ bands from all over the world attending,

including headliners – Rob Zombie, Within

Temptation and Trivium. Fairground rides,

international metal market, international

cuisine, over 100 real ales in the Serpents Lair

bar, comedy, fire breathing and aerobatics.

Tel: 01332 666370 Email: [email protected]: £135 full weekend + camping (Thurs-Sun inclusive), £65 day ticket (Fri, Sat & Sun), £20 car parking, £35 child ticket, VIP weekend camping – see website.

Thu 6 Aug, 7pmDead Lane Bottom & Church Way WalkMeet at Overseal Church, Overseal, DE12 6LQ (SK295154)An opportunity to appreciate the flourishing

new woodlands to the west of the village. A

pleasant Summer evening walk. No dogs, 4.5

miles, 3 stiles, Leader - Dot Morson, Overseal

Footpath Volunteers Group. Woodland and field

paths and country lanes. One short steep ascent

that can be avoided.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: £2 per person

Fri 7 Aug, 10:30am - 11:30amStacking Cups ChallengeMelbourne Library, High Street, DE73 8GJTake up the challenge of stacking and



Speed Stacks. Suitable for children aged 2+. All

children under 8 must be accompanied.

Tel: 01629 533013www.derbyshire.gov.uk/librariesPrice: Free but booking essential.

Fri 7 Aug, 7pmSummer Nights Films - The Blues BrothersCalke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LEThe Festival returns to Calke with Jake and

Elwood Blues putting the band back together

to raise money to save the Catholic Orphanage

where they were raised. With some of the

greatest blues legends performing alongside

Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi, demands to be

seen on the big outdoor screen! Doors open 7pm,

starts 9:15pm.

Tel: 01332 290606www.summernightsfilm.co.ukPrice: £12 (Early bird tickets £10.50)

Sat 8 Aug, 10amFootloose Walkers - Milton WalkNear Swan Inn Public House, Main Street, Milton, DE65 6EFJoin Footloose Walkers for this guided walk

around Milton via Foremarke School. Dogs on

a lead.


Free

Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9am - 4pmHIGH STREET, SWADLINCOTE, DE11 8JEAward-winning traditional town

variety and value for money.Stalls available. Discounted fees and

business advice available to new start traders. For more details 07879 276243

or email [email protected]

Shop local... Swadlincote Market

Sat 8 Aug, 10am - 2pmFamily Rag Rug WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGLearn the art of Rag Rugging and have a go at

this drop in family workshop. Please contact for

further details.


Sat 8 Aug, 7pmSummer Nights Films - The Grand Budapest HotelCalke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LEThe Festival returns to the Calke Abbey grounds

on the outdoor big screen! A hotel is only as good

as its concierge and at the Grand Budapest Hotel,

Gustave H (Ralph Fiennes) is a legend. This Oscar

winning comedy/drama revolves around the

adventures of Gustave H and his lobby boy Zero

Mustafa. Doors open 7pm, starts 9:15pm.

Tel: 01332 290606www.summernightsfilm.co.ukPrice: £12 (Early bird £10.50)

Sun 9 Aug, 9am - 4pmIntroductory Bushcraft DayWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJA great day grasping the basics of Bushcraft.

Effective shelter building, successful friction

fire lighting as well as string making, campfire

gadgets and more.

Tel: 07736 225035Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: £85 per person 2 places £150.

Sun 9 Aug, 10amTree WalkRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXCome along and join the Forestry Commission

for a 2 mile walk around the site whilst learning

about its wide variety of trees. Meet at 9:45am

for a 10am start. Organised by Get Active in the

Forest.

Tel: 01283 563483Email: info@roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukwww.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £1

Sun 9 Aug, 2pmSealwood Cottage TourSealwood Cottage Vineyard & Campsite, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAConducted tour of beautifully restored 17th

Century gothic style cottage with many


secret pull-out bed. Come and visit to see more.

Tel: 01283 761371 / 07964 032387Email: [email protected]: £3. Booking essential.

Sun 9 Aug, 3pmVineyard Tour and Wine TastingSealwood Cottage Vineyard & Campsite, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAEnjoy a wonderful opportunity to visit Sealwood

Cottage Vineyard to discover our amazing wines

which have made award-winning English wine.


Mon 10 Aug, 9:45am - 10:45amTinyTalk Baby Signing TasterSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGEver wondered what your little one is thinking?

TinyTalk baby signing opens a window into

your child’s world by showing them how to

communicate with you before they can speak.

Why not bring your favourite teddy and stay for

a picnic lunch afterwards.

Tel: 07786 360873www.tinytalk.co.uk/bernadettedPrice: FREE

Mon 10 Aug, 10am - 5pmNGS Open Garden - Calke AbbeyCalke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LELate 18th Century walled gardens gradually

restored over the last 25 years, featuring: Flower

garden with summer bedding, the unique auricula

theatre; Georgian orangery, glasshouses and garden

buildings; Icehouse and recently repaired grotto;

and, Vegetable garden growing heirloom varieties

of fruit and vegetables, often on sale to visitors.

Restaurant in main visitor facilities for light

refreshments and locally sourced food, pus kiosk in

gardens serving teas, coffees, ice cream and cake.

www.ngs.org.ukPrice: Adults £8, Child £4 (inc parking, entrance to park and stables).

Free

Free


Mon 10 Aug, 11:15am - 12:15pmTinyTalk Toddler TasterSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGThe taster encourages speech but we still teach

signs for those who are a little bit shy or are a

bit young to have clear speech. We also work on

their listening, sharing and turn taking skills.

Tel: 07786 360873www.tinytalk.co.uk/bernadettedPrice: FREE

Mon 10 Aug, 2pmTours of Catton House, Gardens and ChapelCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LNHouse and garden opening every Bank Holiday

and every Monday in August. The Catton Estate,

first mentioned in the Domesday Book in 185, was

purchased by the ancestors of the Neilson family

in 1405. The present Georgian Hall has remained

unspoilt since it was built in 1745 and contains

most of its original collection of antique furniture

and fine 17th and 18th Century paintings. The

gardens run down to the River Trent and include

the family chapel built in the 1890s.

Tel: 01283 716311www.catton-hall.comPrice: Adults £5, OAPs £4, Children (Under 15) FREE

Tue 11 Aug, 10:30am - 2:30pmPaint a Magnet WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGPaint your own fridge magnet at this drop in

family workshop.


Tue 11 Aug, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch Activities: Minibeast SafariRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXGather in the classroom from 2pm to start

promptly at 2:15pm. Join us for a guided walk

to discover some of the smallest creatures at

Rosliston! We will be looking for mini-beasts

in different places around the site. Activities

suitable for ages 4-12 years.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/roslistonPrice: £2.50 per child

Wed 12 Aug, 10am - 12noonTeddy Bear Picnic RideRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXBring your bike and ride the Teddy Trail which

follows Bertie the Bear’s adventures at Rosliston

or simply come along and enjoy a range of

special stalls and activities on site. Don’t forget to

pack a picnic and bring your bear! Pre-booking

essential.

Tel: 01283 563483Email: info@roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukwww.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: Please contact for further details.

Wed 12 Aug, 10:30am - 11:30amStacking Cups ChallengeEtwall Library, Eggington Road, DE65 6NBTake up the challenge of stacking and



Speed Stacks - will your name be at the top?

Suitable for children aged 2+. All children under

8 must be accompanied.

Tel: 01629 533013www.derbyshire.gov.uk/librariesPrice: FREE but booking essential.

Wed 12 Aug, 10:30am - 3pmWild WednesdaysElvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPGo wild every Wednesday in the Summer






an adult.

Tel: 01629 533870 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countrysideeventsPrice: Small charge for activities. Parking charges apply.

Wed 12 Aug, 5:30pm - 9:30pmFamily Bushcraft EveningRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXCome and learn how to survive in the

wild! Suitable for ages 7+ (children must be

accompanied by a paying adult).

Tel: 01283 563483www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: Adults £10, Child £7.50

Free

Free

Free


Thu 13 Aug, 10am - 1pmScarecrows WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum & Coffee Shop, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGThe annual Scarecrow Trail is almost upon

us; join us for this family workshop to create

a scarecrow for the library and one for the

Adult Education Centre. Suitable for ages 5+. All

children must be accompanied. Organised by

Swadlincote Adult and Community Education.


Sat 15 Aug, 10am - 12pm and 1:30pm - 3:30pmChildren’s Glass Making WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin Angela Thompson for this workshop. Get

creative with your glass, which will then be

fired and returned to the Museum for you to

collect. Suitable for children aged 8 and upwards

(children aged 8-12 will need adult supervision).

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £12 (for one item). Booking essential.

Sat 15 Aug, 12pm - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Old Walled English GardenElvaston Castle, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPCome and discover the beauty of the Old English

walled garden at Elvaston Castle. Take in the

peaceful atmosphere and enjoy the scents and

colours of all the varieties of trees, shrubs and

plants. After your visit to the walled garden take

time to walk around the wider estate featuring

romantic topiary gardens, lake, woodland and

nature reserve. Estate gardeners on hand during

the day.

Tel: 01629 533870www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £2.50, Children FREE

Free

£1 to Enter - Pick Up an entry form fromSwadlincote Tourist Information CentreMonday - Saturday 10am - 4:30pm - Tel: 01283 222848

Swadlincote & District Chamber of Trade Introduce

Swadlincote Town Centre

scarecrowhuntGet spotting around Swadlincote and win prizes

Saturday 15th August - Friday 28th August

Swadlincote & District Chamber of Trade Introduce

Swadlincote Town Centre

scarecrowhuntGet spotting around Swadlincote and win prizes

Saturday 15th August - Friday 28th August

Sun 16 Aug, 10am - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Bluebell ArboretumAnwell Lane, Smisby, LE65 2TABeautiful nine acre woodland garden with a





more unusual plants. Bring wellingtons in wet

weather. Adjacent specialist tree and shrub

nursery. (Please be aware this is not a wood full

of bluebells, despite the name). The woodland

garden is fully labelled and the staff can answer

questions or talk at length about any of the trees

or shrubs on display.

Tel: 01530 413700www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £5, Children Free

Sun 16 Aug, 10am – 4pmRSPCA Bark in the ParkEureka Park, Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BAAn animal-themed fun day to raise funds for

RSPCA Burton & District Branch. Music and

entertainment, fun dog show, sponsored dog

walk, displays, micro-chipping, small animal

care and advice, refreshments, face painting and

lots more.

Tel: 01283 228766 – Bethan Scragg 01283 569165 – Melanie CarterEmail: [email protected] melanie@rspca-burtonbranch.org.ukwww.rspca-burtonbranch.org.ukPrice: FREE



first mentioned in the Domesday Book in 185,

was purchased by the ancestors of the Neilson

family in 1405. The present Georgian Hall has

remained unspoilt since it was built in 1745

and contains most of its original collection of

antique furniture and fine 17th and 18th Century

paintings. The gardens run down to the River

Trent and include the family chapel built in the

1890s.

Tel: 01283 716311 www.catton-hall.comPrice: Adults £5, OAPs £4, Children (Under 15) FREE

Tue 18 Aug, 10:30am - 2:30pmClay Days!Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGBe inspired by our collection and make

something out of clay at this drop in family

workshop.


Tue 18 Aug, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch Activities: Dragons, Snakes and LizardsRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXCome to the classroom between 2pm and

3pm. Explore the site looking for reptiles and

dragonflies. Take part in our reptile quiz. Bring

your camera to photograph any dragonflies you

see, then return to the classroom for help with

identification. Activities suitable for ages 4-12

years.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: £2.50 per set equipment borrowed.

Wed 19 Aug, 9:30am - 4pmFamily Bushcraft WeekendWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJA super weekend of adventure and fun for all

the family. Build a good shelter, create fire by

friction, make pot hangers and sample some

tasty wild foods.

Tel: 07736 225035 – Dave WatsonEmail: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: £45 Adults/£25 Children

Wed 19 Aug, 7:30pmDerby Beneath Your Feet TalkMagic Attic Archives, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin The Magic Attic for this talk by Derek

Palmer. Tea/Coffee and biscuits provided.


Free

Free


Thu 20 Aug, 10am - 1pmFamily Craft WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin Swadlincote Adult & Community

Education for this drop in family craft

workshop at the Museum.


Thu 20 Aug, 11am - 4pmCraft Skills DayCalke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LEHands on activities and demonstrations of what

our ranger and building team get up to day-to-

day, from trimming sheep’s feet to helping build

a stone wall and brick-laying.

Tel: 01332 863822 - Jennie LloydEmail: [email protected]/calke-abbey Price: Normal admission applies, which is free for National Trust members, Adults £3.20, Child £1.60 and Family £8.

Fri 21 Aug - Sat 22 Aug, 9am - 10amBushcraft Skills CampElvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPThis course takes you through the main

skills required to get started in bushcraft and

wilderness living. We will cover the safe use

of sharp cutting tools, fire lighting, shelter

building, campfire cookery, making safe

drinking water, wild food, foraging and camp

crafts. All this combined with an overnight

woodland stay where you can choose to make

your own leafy debris shelter or modern

tarpaulin shelter. Food and refreshments

included. Essential equipment provided but

some basic kit needed. Not suitable for under 16s.

Tel: 01629 533870Email: [email protected]/leisure/countrysidePrice: £100 per person. Parking charges apply. Pre-Payment and Booking Essential.

Sat 22 Aug, 10am - 12pmChildren’s Well Dressing WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin Etwall Well Dressers for this drop in family

well dressing workshop. Have a go and learn

about this ancient Derbyshire custom. Last entry

11:15am.


Sat 22 Aug - Mon 24 Aug, 10am - 6pmHeritage Exhibition (1915-2015)Ticknall Methodist Church, Chapel Street, DE73 7JYAn exhibition celebrating the 200th anniversary

of the chapel – the life of the church past and

present (including historical documents).

Tel: 01332 862914Price: Donations welcome

Sun 23 Aug, 1:30pm - 5:30pmNGS Open Garden - Woodend Cottage134 Main Street, Repton, DE65 6FBPlant lover’s garden with glorious views on a

sloping 2½ acre site developed organically for

year round interest. On lower levels herbaceous

borders are arranged informally. Mixed

woodland and a grassed labyrinth lead naturally

into fruit, vegetable and herb potager with

meadows beyond. Perennials and grasses for sale.




first mentioned in the Domesday Book in 185, was

purchased by the ancestors of the Neilson family

in 1405. The present Georgian Hall has remained

unspoilt since it was built in 1745 and contains

most of its original collection of antique furniture

and fine 17th and 18th Century paintings. The

gardens of the Hall, run down to the River Trent

and include the family chapel built in the 1890s.


FreeFree


Tue 25 Aug - Thu 27 Aug, 9am - 3pmBushcraft for PractitionersWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJAn opportunity to gain some real confidence




shelter building, friction fire lighting, safe knife

and tool skills, water procurement, campfire

gadgets and wilderness cookery. Ideal for

teachers, rangers, outdoor instructors and forest

school leaders.

Tel: 07736 225035Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: £295, IOL members £275, Discounts for 3 or more places.

Tue 25 Aug, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch Activities: Pond DippingRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXCome to the classroom between 2pm and

3:30pm. Join us by the pond/lake. Find out

what creatures live there! We provide all the

equipment, but please be prepared to share

within family groups. Activities suitable for ages

4-12 years.


Tue 25th August, 10:30am - 2:30pmInspired by Pattern Family WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGSharpe’s Pottery Museum have a look at the

beautiful patterns in the T G Green exhibition

and the rest of the Museum - paint your own

design.


Wed 26 Aug, 12:30pmSharpe’s Pottery Museum & Kiln TourWest Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExplore the unique history of the kiln and

Museum galleries with a free guided tour.


Wed 26 Aug, 10am - 4pmJunior Bushcraft DayRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXCome and learn how to survive in the wild! Ages

8+.

Tel: 01283 563483www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: £20 per child per day. Booking essential.

Wed 26 Aug, 10:30am - 3:30pmNational Toilet Paper DaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGIt’s National Toilet Paper Day so why not visit

our ‘Toilet Exhibition’ and take part in our

‘toilet paper’ inspired activities! Take a tour

around the Museum at 12:30pm.


Thu 27 Aug, 9am - 3pmSwadlincote Farmers’ MarketThe Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0ADDerbyshire County Council’s healthy eating

team will be talking about portion control

and helping people get to grips with correct

serving sizes. With the kids on holiday, join in

the Swadlincote Scarecrow Trail. Plus enjoy

the great local food & drink, and entertainment

with a live performance at midday by The

Dance & Music Centre (Facebook: The Dance

and Music Centre).

Tel: 01283 222848Email: gail.archer@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.south-derbys.gov.ukPrice: Free Entry & Free Parking in Swadlincote.

Free

Free

Free

Free


Sun 30 Aug - Mon 31 Aug, 10am - 5pmArt, Craft & Design ShowCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LNPalladian Events present their second top

quality craft and design show by the River

Trent. The fair is held in framed marquees.

As well as extensive all handmade craft work

and demonstrations on offer to visitors, there

is also a traditional carousel to ride. With the

Hall open for visitors to view, for a small fee,

this is not just a craft and design show but

an interesting, unique, elegant and relaxing

event which should not be missed. Purchase

original and affordable work created by some

of the finest crafts people in the UK in wood,

metal, art, leather, jewellery, textiles and more.

Refreshments also available.

Tel: 0757 0016805Email: [email protected]: £3/Accompanied under 16s are FREE

Sun 30 Aug, 10am - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Bluebell ArboretumAnwell Lane, Smisby, LE65 2TABeautiful nine acre woodland garden with a


throughout the year with Spring flowers,

cool leafy areas in Summer and sensational

Autumn colour. Information posters describe

the more unusual plants. Bring wellingtons in

wet weather. Adjacent specialist tree and shrub






Tel: 01530 413700 www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £5, Children FREE

Sun 30 Aug, 2:15pmSealwood Cottage TourSealwood Cottage Vineyard & Campsite, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAConducted tour of beautifully restored 17th

Century gothic style cottage with many



Tel: 01283 761371 / 07964 032387Email: [email protected]: £3 Booking essential.

Sun 30 Aug, 3pmVineyard Tour and Wine TastingSealwood Cottage Vineyard & Campsite, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAEnjoy a wonderful opportunity to visit the

Vineyard to discover our amazing vines which

have made exceptional award-winning English

wine.

Tel: 01283 761371 / 07964 032387Email: [email protected]: £7 Booking essential.

Mon 31 Aug, 11am - 4pmBank Holiday BonanzaSwadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, DE11 8LPA great day out to try a new sport or just have

some family fun! For ages 4+ years. Save 25% off

Winter timetable lesson prices or on birthday

parties and function hire!

Tel: 01283 217200Email: [email protected]: £10 Ski Tub and Toboggan Combo.


and every Monday in August. The Catton

Estate, first mentioned in the Domesday Book

in 185, was purchased by the ancestors of the

Neilson family in 1405. The present Georgian

Hall has remained unspoilt since it was built in

1745 and contains most of its original collection

of antique furniture and fine 17th and 18th

Century paintings. The gardens run down to the

River Trent and include the family chapel built

in the 1890s.



LOCALTHIS SUMMER IN SOUTH DERBYSHIRE

LOCALTHIS SUMMER IN SOUTH DERBYSHIRE

Shopping locally couldn’t be easier this Summer.

Swadlincote, Market Town of The National Forest, has a wide range of shops along its High Street from national chain stores including Boots through to small independents such as ‘The Vintage Kiosk’ (the smallest shop in the town). Swadlincote Town Team will be launching a town centre shopping guide this Summer, to find out more visit the Swadlincote Town Team Facebook page. Here you will also find great offers from local businesses.

Melbourne has a wealth of independent shops. You can buy almost anything your heart desires from designer clothes to heavenly homewares and gorgeous gifts to tasty treats. There are lots of nooks and crannies to explore in Melbourne, packed with interesting shops. Promote Melbourne has launched a website www.promotemelbourne.co.uk to help you explore this pretty Georgian market town.

To find out more about shopping locally in South Derbyshire and get a copy of the Swadlincote shopping guide contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222848 or follow them on Twitter @SwadlincoteTIC and Facebook Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre.


Tue 1 Sep - Wed 30 Sep, 10am - 4pmLucy Upton ExhibitionSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExhibition of original artwork in the coffee shop.


Tue 1 Sep, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch Activities: Strange but TrueRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JXCome to the classroom between 2pm and 3pm.

Hunt for evidence of some of the strangest

creatures and plants around the site and find

out how they survive. Bring your own camera

to photograph what you can find, then return

to the classroom (by 3:30pm) for help with

identification. All kit to be returned by 4pm.

Activities suitable for ages 4-12 years.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: £2.50 per group/set of equipment borrowed.

Wed 2 Sep, 2:30pm – 4pmBamfords Antique Valuation DaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGFirst Wednesday of the month. Bamford’s





Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £1 donation per item; This is used towards the upkeep of the Museum.

Wed 2 Sep, 10:30am - 3pmWild WednesdaysElvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPGo wild every Wednesday in the Summer






an adult.

Tel: 01629 533870www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countrysideeventsPrice: Small charge for activities. Parking charges apply.

Thu 3 Sep, 11am - 4pmBonham’s Valuation DayCalke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LEClear out the clutter and see if you are hoarding

some treasure. Bring your items to be valued by

experts from Bonham’s Auctioneers.

Tel: 01332 863822 - Richard LevyEmail: [email protected]/calkePrice: Normal admission applies which is free for National Trust members; Adults £3.20, child £1.60 and family £8. Valuations £2 per item or 3 for £5.

Free


September

Thu 3 Sep, 7pm - 9pmThe Park in the Dark Part 1Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPMeet: Elvaston Castle Cobbled Courtyard.Come and meet some of the night-time residents

of the Park. Learn about bats and birds, mammals

and moths on this family-friendly stroll around

the grounds. Using bat detectors, we’ll listen to

the bat’s night-time chattering, have a hoot with

an owl, meet the mammals and look at our moth

trap in action. Children must be accompanied

by an adult. Length: 2 miles. Equipment: Suitable

clothing, footwear and a torch.

Tel: 01629 533870www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countrysideeventsPrice: Adults £3.20, Concession/Child £1.60, Under Fives Free, Family/Group £8. Parking charges apply. Booking Essential.

Thu 3 Sep, 7pmHistory of Sutton on the HillMethodist Chapel, Main Street, Hilton, DE65 5FFJoin Hilton and Marston History Society for this

talk by Sue Hartley.

Tel: 01283 733069 www.hiltonmarstonhistory.orgPrice: £3

Fri 4 Sep - Sat 3 OctMelbourne FestivalVarious Venues in Melbourne, DE73 8GFAs always the team of volunteers from

Melbourne have worked hard to bring us the

best of the creative and performing arts from

the East Midlands. This year the Festival is

putting a strong focus on talented Derbyshire

artists, performers and artisan foodmakers as

part of “Made in Derbyshire 2015” a celebration

of all things made in the county. To whet your

appetites look out for artists including Rachel

Carter, Louise Roe and Laura Donaldson on

the Trail, performances by James Rippingale,

1623 Theatre Company and A Choir’d Taste and

fantastic food by BitterSweet Chocolate and

Forteys Fudges! This year’s Family Festival is

based on classic fairy tales on the theme “I wish…”

- come along to the Festival and follow the Fairy

Tale Trail and look out for Red Riding Hood’s

Cloak, Cinderella’s slipper, Jack’s beans and

much more. Make a wand or wish stick and join

your favourite fairy tale characters on the Fairy

Tale Parade. Art and Architecture Trail - 19th

& 20th September; Concerts and Performances

Programme - 4th September to 3rd October.

Email: [email protected]

Fri 4 Sep, 10am - 3pmCrystal & Gift Event Swadlincote Therapy Rooms, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGA large selection of tumblestones and other

crystal shapes, plus angel, fairy and Buddha

figures as well as incense, oil burners and other

new age gifts.

Email: [email protected]: FREE

Fri 4 Sep, 7pmThe Old School RocksMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFA great night out with Derby/Nottingham

based rock band Vasey and support. Four piece

rock band with a dynamic sound, check them

out on YouTube and iCloud. Vasey are David

Amar (also known as half of Miss 600) on bass,

Aidan Hunnisett on drums, percussion and

keys, Benji Utseth on guitar and Karl Vasey on

guitar and vocals. Tickets also available from

Forteys in Melbourne Market Place or via

www.ticketsource.co.uk Part of the Melbourne

Festival programme.

Tel: 01332 863522Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.ukwww.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.ukPrice: £5

Sat 5 SepUK Festival of FireworksCatton Estate, Walton on Trent, Swadlincote, DE12 8LNSee four world-class fireworks displays by multi-

award winning companies - acknowledged and

proven masters in the art of display fireworks

demonstrate their skills, with all displays set to

music. Sixteenth magnificent year in 2015.

Tel: 01384 402255 www.jubileefireworks.comPrice: Please phone for details.

Sat 5 Sep, 10am - 12:30pmSaturday Talk - T.G. Green Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGOne in a series of Saturday Talks at the Museum

by historian and archivist Dr Iain Hambling

on the history of T.G. Green. Includes cake and

refreshments.


Free


Sat 5 Sep, 7pmThe Ultimate Garth Brooks Experience ‘Blame it all on my Roots’Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFWith album sales of over 135 million, the USA’s

bestselling solo artist of all time, Garth Brooks

is undoubtedly one of the most popular artists

in music history. Mixing country, rock, pop and

gospel, he has been dazzling audiences in the

world’s largest arenas since his self-titled debut

album in 1989. As the only European tribute act,

Blame It All On My Roots (The Ultimate Garth

Brooks Experience), offers a unique and rare

opportunity to experience live, the music of

one of the most prolific artists in music history.

With all the energy and spirit country music is

famous for ‘Blame it all on my Roots’ delivers

the ultimate, full band experience, direct to you.

Grab your stetson, pull on your boots, we’ll have

a blast.......


Sun 6 Sep, 11am - 4pmIt’s a Dog’s Life Calke Abbey House and Estate, Ticknall, DE73 7LECome along with your best friend for agility

displays, local stalls and advice. Enter some fun

classes and get your paws on some prizes as we

celebrate all things canine.

Tel: 01332 863822 - Jennie LloydEmail: [email protected]/calke-abbey

Tue 8 Sep, 7:30pmDerbyshire Delights TalkTicknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JUJoin Ticknall Garden Club for this talk by Irene

Dougan who is the Derbyshire Organiser for the

National Gardens Scheme. AGM before the talk.

Tel: 01283 532161www.ticknallgardenclub.org.ukPrice: £3


Heritage Open Days in South Derbyshire

10-13 SeptemberFor further details of venues in the area please contact

Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222 848www.heritageopendays.org.uk

A four-day festival celebrating England’s local history and giving access to thousands of places usually closed to the public. It celebrates our fantastic history, architecture and culture; offering people the chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences - all of which are FREE to explore.

Heritage Open Days in South Derbyshire

10-13 SeptemberFor further details of venues in the area please contact

Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222 848www.heritageopendays.org.uk

Thu 10 Sep - Sun 13 SepHeritage Open Days in South DerbyshireVarious venues in South DerbyshireHeritage Open Days celebrates our fantastic

history, architecture and culture; offering people

the chance to see hidden places and try out new

experiences - all of which are FREE to explore.

Contact Swadlincote Tourist Information

Centre to find out more information about

which venues are open locally.


Thu 10 Sep, 10amA Flavour of the ForestHoney Pot Tea Rooms, Beehive Farm, Lullington Road, Rosliston, DE12 8HZLate Summer flowers and butterflies should

provide points of interest on this circular route

including Rosliston and Coton in the Elms.

Meet at 10am for coffee and to order lunch

before starting the walk at 10:30am. No dogs.

4 miles. 1 stile. Field and woodland paths and

country lanes. Leader Dot Morson from the

Environmental Education Project.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: £2 per person

Thu 10 Sep, 10am - 4pmSouth Indian Cookery CourseSeasoned Cookery School, Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DerbyshireThis Course is taught by award winning author,

Monisha Bharadwaj. You will learn the skills

and techniques of South Indian cuisines which

will enable you to recreate the dishes again in

your own home.

Tel: 01283 810275Email: [email protected]: £149

Thu 10 Sep, 7pmCast EnsembleMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFCast Ensemble are bringing us a brand new

theatrical piece written and directed by the cast.

A showcase of the acting and physical theatre

skills of a talented group of young people from

the local area. Part of the Melbourne Festival

Programme.

Tel: 07962 430450Email: [email protected]: Tickets £5, Under 18’s £3

Thu 10 Sep, 7:30pm - 9:30pmFiction Writing Workshop with Gregory HeathThomas Cook Memorial Hall, High Street, Melbourne, DE73 8GFMelbourne’s resident novelist Gregory Heath

will guide you through some of the key

principles of successful fiction with a series

of practical and engaging creative writing

exercises. Come along, get inspired and let the

stories begin! Part of the Melbourne Festival

Programme.

Tel: 07962 430450Email: [email protected]: Please contact for further details.

Fri 11 Sep, 7:30pm for 8pm startMelbourne Festival Funhouse Comedy ClubMelbourne Royal British Legion, Derby Road, Melbourne, DE73 8FENow in its 7th year, the Comedy Club continues

to be popular. For this special Comedy Night

we have three great acts from the UK comedy

circuit, Adam Kay and Suzi Ruffell supported by

George Zach, kept in check by the compere Paul

Ricketts.


Free


Sat 12 Sep, 10amFootloose Walkers - Newton Solney WalkNear the Unicorn Inn, Repton Road, Newton Solney, DE15 0SGJoin Footloose Walkers for this guided walk

around Newton Solney. Dogs on a lead please.


Sat 12 Sep, 2pm - 4pmSouth Derbyshire Community DrummersSwadlincote Town Hall, The Delph, DE11 0AGDjembe drumming sessions for adults. Learn

how to play the djembe in a friendly and relaxed

atmosphere, no experience necessary and plenty

of drums available for use at the session.

Tel: 01283 225741www.tribalvibes.netPrice: £3.50 per person

Sat 12 Sep, 7pmLast Night of the PromsRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXThis annual favourite is being given a twist for

2015 with a host of broadcasting memories from

the 1940s. Enjoy a trip down memory lane and

sing-a-long with all the well-known ‘Proms’

favourites. Performance commences 7pm, Doors

open 5:30pm. Come early and bring a picnic.

Tel: 01283 563483 / 01283 222848Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.roslistonforestrycentre.co.ukPrice: Adults £5, Child/Concession £2.50, Under 2s FREE

Sun 13 Sep, 10am - 11amDrakelow’s Hidden SecretsDrakelow Power Station Gate C, Walton on Trent, DE15 9TZ (SK 223 204)Come and view the secrets of this permit only

nature reserve managed by Derbyshire Wildlife

Trust. Drakelow is a unique wetland site with

paths to wander around and bird hides to visit.

Meet at Drakelow Power Station Gate C at

9:45am for a 10am start. Wear stout footwear

and bring your binoculars. No toilets on site. No

dogs please.

Sun 13 Sep, 10am - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Bluebell ArboretumAnwell Lane, Smisby, LE65 2TABeautiful nine acre woodland garden with a













Sun 13 Sep, 1:30pm - 5:30pmNGS Open Garden - Repton22 Pinfold Close, Repton, DE65 6FRSmall garden with an interest in tropical plants,

including palms, gingers, cannas and bananas.

Mainly foliage plants.


Sun 13 Sep, 1:30pm - 5:30pmNGS Open Garden - Repton10 Chestnut Way, Repton, DE65 6FQWander through an acre of sweeping mixed

borders, spring bulbs and mature trees to a

stunning butterfly bed, ten year old arboretum,

established prairie and annual meadow. Meet

a pair of passionate, practical, compost loving

gardeners who gently manage this plantsman’s

garden. Designed and maintained by the owners.

Expect a colourful display throughout the

year. Plenty of seats, and a conservatory if wet.

Excellent plant stall. Special interest in viticella

clematis and organic vegetables.

Tel: 01283 702267www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £3, Children FREE


Sun 13 Sep, 2pmHistory Walks in ReptonSt Wystan’s Church, Repton, DE65 6FHLearn about the history of this unique village on

a walk led by a village guide, followed by tea and

cake in Repton Village Hall. Meet at St Wystan’s

Church. Fundraising event organised by Repton

History Group and Repton WI in aid of village

hall redevelopment funds.

Tel: 01283 704034 / 01283 702702 Email: [email protected]: £6. Booking Essential.

Sun 13 Sep, 2pm - 5:30pmNGS Open Garden - ReptonAskew Cottage, 23 Milton Road, Repton, DE65 6FZSeveral different areas, all connected with

flowing curved paths. Formal beech, box and

yew hedges give structure. The garden features

including a circle of meadow grass set within

a cloud box hedge, trained apple trees, a small

wildlife pool, bog garden and a kitchen garden

with raised beds.

Tel: 01283 701608www.ngs.org.ukPrice: £3, Children FREE

Sun 13 Sep, 2:15pmSealwood Cottage TourSealwood Cottage Vineyard & Campsite, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAConducted tour of beautifully restored 17th





Sun 13 Sep, 3pmVineyard Tour and Wine TastingSealwood Cottage Vineyard & Campsite, Sealwood Lane, Linton, DE12 6PAEnjoy a wonderful opportunity to visit the




Sun 13 Sep, 7pm for 7:30pm startJames RippingaleThe White Ballroom at Amalfi White, Derby Road, Melbourne, DE73 8FEDerbyshire-based classical guitarist James

Rippingale is well known among musicians

and audiences for his innovative, exciting

programmes and sensitive musical playing.

His recitals are an eclectic mix of styles and

sound worlds with music from various cultures

displaying the many techniques, colours and

timbres of the classical guitar with sensitivity

and deep musicality.


Tue 15 Sep, 2pm - 4pmWildlife Watch: Bat WalkRosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, Swadlincote, DE12 8JXAn opportunity to find out about bats - where

they live, what they eat and how they find their

way in the dark. Led by Derbyshire Bat Group.

No need to book. Suitable for children over 10

and adults.

Tel: 01283 535039Email: [email protected]/environmentaleducationPrice: £2.50 per person

Tue 15 Sep, 7:30pmRepton Village History Group TalksRepton Village Hall, Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GRJoin the Group for an evening of ten minute

talks from members. Subjects are likely to

include Woodville, Historic Structures on our

bit of the River Trent, Repton details (music and

photographs), and Rev. Bagshaw Stevens and his

friends.

Tel: 01283 702448www.reptonvillage.co.ukPrice: £3 (Includes tea, coffee and biscuits)


Tue 15 Sep, 7:30pmEtwall and Burnaston Local History TalkMethodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, Etwall, DE65 6HXJoin Etwall & Burnaston History Society for this

talk by Mr Ken Smith on the Development of

the Peak District National Park.

Tel: 01283 730287 www.etwallhistory.orgPrice: £3

Wed 16 Sep, 7:30pmA Nostalgic Look at Leicestershire in the 1940-50sThe Magic Attic Archives, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin The Magic Attic for this talk by David Bell.

Tea/coffee and biscuits provided.


Thu 17 Sep, 10amSwarkestone to Barrow on Trent Circular WalkSwarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, Swarkestone, DE73 7GQAn easy walk from Swarkestone to Barrow and

back via Massey’s Bridge and the Swarkestone

Pavilion. Riverside and canalside views. Please

use the overflow car park. 5 miles. More than 5

stiles. Led by a volunteer from the ‘Melbourne

Walkers are Welcome’ group.

Tel: 07708 435469www.melbournefootpathsgroup.org.ukPrice: £2 per person

Sat 19 Sep - Sun 27 SepTramway FestivalCalke Abbey House and Estate, Ticknall, DE73 7LEJoin us for a week of guided walks, night time

treks and cycling events to celebrate the creation

of a circular route along an old horse-drawn

tramway. See website for full details of all

events. Times and prices to be confirmed.

Tel: 01332 863822www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey

Sat 19 Sep - Sun 20 Sep, 10am - 6pmMelbourne Festival Art and Architecture TrailVenues throughout central Melbourne, DE73 8DWA fantastic weekend for just £5! Over 100 artists

in 70 venues - lots to see and do all weekend. See

Melbourne come alive in a blur of colour and

activity - art, architecture, dance, music, food

and much more.

Email: [email protected]: £5, Under 18s FREE

Sat 19 Sep - Sun 20 Sep, 10am - 6pmMade in Derbyshire 2015 Exhibition at Melbourne FestivalMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFThis is a year for celebrating the amazing

creativity of the artists, craftsmen and artisan

foodmakers living and working in Derbyshire.

The main exhibition is at Melbourne Assembly

Rooms but look out for the Made in Derbyshire

logo around the Trail.

Email: [email protected]: FREE with Melbourne Festival guide (Adults £5, Children FREE)

Sat 19 Sep - Sun 20 Sep, 10am - 6pmMelbourne Festival Family TrailVenues throughout central Melbourne, DE73 8DWMake a wish and enjoy activities for children

and families based on classic fairy tales,

including a Fairy Trail to find Cinderella’s

slipper and Red Riding Hood’s Beans and restore

them to their owners for the Fairy Tale Parade!

Email: [email protected]: FREE with Melbourne Festival guide (Adults £5, Children FREE)

Sat 19 SeptBarn DanceVenue TBCJoin us for this great event, and raise money for

good causes. Organised by the Rotary Club of

Swadlincote.

Tel: 07850 666 125 – Kim Coewww.rotary-ribi.org (click on Swadlincote in clubs)


Sun 20 Sep, 11am - 3pmWedding FayreSwadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Sir Herbert Wragg Way, Swadlincote, DE11 8LPA great day to try a new sport or just have some

family fun! Local businesses promoting wedding

services. Arrival drink and snacks provided.

Prize draw on the day.

Tel: 01283 217200Email: [email protected]

Tue 22 Sep, 2pm - 4:15pmStrictly T-4-2 Tea DanceThe Chimneys, Twyford, Willington, DE65 6PPEnjoy an afternoon dancing followed by

afternoon tea! If you want to develop your

ballroom dancing skills, daytime and evening

classes are available around the District - contact

Karen for more information.

Tel: 07720 571268Email: [email protected]/dancingwithkarenPrice: £6.50 per person. Booking essential.

Thu 24 Sep, 9am - 3pmSwadlincote Farmers’ MarketThe Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0ADYou are invited to come along and see what is on

offer from our local producers - see what is grown,

raised, made, brewed, pickled, bottled, baked or

caught within 35 miles of The National Forest.

Tel: 01283 222848Email: gail.archer@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.south-derbys.gov.ukPrice: Free entry & Free parking.

Thu 24 Sep & Fri 25 Sep, 10am - 3pmOrchard DayThe Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AGLots of different apples and other Autumn

fruits to see and try! Swap recipes for jams and

chutneys and taste some we made earlier... Use an

apple press to make apple juice. In conjunction

with the Farmer’s Market. Organised by the

Environmental Education Project.

Tel: 01283 535039www.south-derbys.gov.uk/environmentaleducation

Thu 24 Sep, 7pmBaked AlaskaMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFBaked Alaska warming entertainment from

the Riding Lights Theatre Company. From the

four corners of the earth come inter-connecting

stories of human beings living with the wild,

unpredictable effects of climate change. Smiling

nervously, four actors place themselves in one

another’s shoes to test the heat around the globe...

Part of the Melbourne Festival programme.

Tel: 07962 430450Email: [email protected]: Adults £12, Concessions £9

Fri 25 Sep, 7pmThe Sounds of SimonMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFThe UK’s leading tribute to Simon & Garfunkel

and their backing band feature all the hits and

more including Sounds of Silence, the Boxer, Mrs

Robinson and right up to the solo hits Gracelands,

50 ways to leave your lover and Me & Julio. ‘. Part

of the Melbourne Festival programme.


Free

Last Thursday of Every MonthProduce Grown, Raised, Made, Brewed, Pickled, Bottled, Baked or Caught within 35 miles of The National Forest

Jul 30thAug 27thSep 24thOct 29th9am - 3pm

Come Join Us for Delicious, Local & Fresh Produce on The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote, South Derbyshire

35

WWW.ACTIVENATION.ORG.UKActive Nation. Registered charity number 1047742.

* Replacing the existing sports hall floor* Refurbishment works in the swimming

pool hall* Creation of a cycling studio in the

old health suite* A new climbing facility in Grove Hall

WORKS WILL BE STARTING ON 18th MAY AND ARE SCHEDULED FOR COMPLETION BY LATE OCTOBER 2015.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE DETAILS, PLEASE ASK A MEMBER OF OUR TEAM.

Active Nation, in partnership with South Derbyshire District Council, are investing £1 million into the further redevelopment of Green Bank Leisure Centre.

WE’VE GOT SOME

BIG CHANGES PLANNED

Active Nation working in partnership with South Derbyshire District Council & Etwall Joint Management Committee

EXCITING NEWS!

Fri 25 Sep, 7:30pmTicknall Preservation & Historical Society TalkTicknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JUJoin the Society for this talk by Professor John

Beckett from Nottingham University. Topic to

be confirmed. Includes refreshments.

Tel: 01332 962116www.ticknall.org.ukPrice: £2

Sat 26 Sep, 10am - 2pmMake a Small Rag Rug WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGCreate your own mini rag rug at this workshop

with Sarah from Ollie-Bobs. Including light

lunch and tea/coffee.


Sat 26 Sep - Sun 27 Sep, 10am - 5pmDerbyshire Woodland FestivalElvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPA popular event celebrating traditional and

contemporary woodland crafts set within the

historic grounds of Elvaston Castle. Watch

woodland experts at work, have a go at some

crafts yourself, sample delicious campfire

cooking or just enjoy the wonderful atmosphere

of the park and woodlands. Something for

everyone to enjoy! Dogs welcome on leads.

Tel: 01629 533870www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countrysideeventsPrice: Special parking charges apply. Charges for some activities.

Sat 26 Sep, 2pmAfternoon Tea with the Bronte SistersMelbourne Senior Citizen Centre, Church Street, DE73 8EJDeirdre O’Byrne presents a light hearted talk

about the three Bronte sisters, a talented family

whose writings were way ahead of their time.

Washed down with lashings of tea and lots of

cake! Part of the Melbourne Festival programme.


Sat 26 Sep, 7pmA Choir’d TasteMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFMelbourne’s talented mixed voice choir return to

this years’ Melbourne Festival with a performance

directed by their Musical Director Paul Marshall.


Sat 26 Sep, 7:15pmGresley Male Voice Choir 67th Annual ConcertSt Peter & St Paul Catholic Church, 70 Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BDGuest artist will be Cardiff Sopranro Ffion

Perrett. The choir have a whole new variety

of songs for your added pleasure. Parking at St

Edwards Catholic Primary School.

Tel: 07944 295444 www.gresleychoir.orgPrice: £12 (includes programme)

Sun 27 Sep, 10am - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Bluebell ArboretumAnwell Lane, Smisby, LE65 2TABeautiful nine acre woodland garden with a













Mon 28 Sep, 7:30pmSouth Derbyshire Badger GroupTicknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JUStephen Williams will show us “Scottish

Wildlife and Other Things!”.

Tel: 07754 094177Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.ukwww.southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.uk


Mon 28 Sep, 7:30pm - 9pmMelbourne Civic Society TalkMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFSleep no more! The lives and tricks of the

Victorian Spiritualists by Dave Moylan.

Tel: 01332 865760www.melbournecivicsociety.org.ukPrice: £2

Tue 29 Sep - Thu 1 Oct, 9am - 3pmBushcraft for PractitionersWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJAn opportunity to gain some real confidence




shelter building, confident fire lighting and

friction fire lighting, safe knife and tool skills,

water procurement, string making as well

as tree identification, campfire gadgets and

wilderness cookery. Ideal for teachers, rangers,

outdoor instructors and forest school leaders.

Tel: 07736 225035Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comwww.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: £295, IOL members £275. Discounts for 3 or more places.

Wed 30 Sep, 12:30pmSharpe’s Pottery Museum & Kiln TourWest Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExplore the unique history of the Kiln and





Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: Free (Donations welcome) Free



Thu 1 Oct - Sat 31 Oct, 10am - 4pmKathy Spall ExhibitionSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExhibition of original artwork in the coffee

shop.


Sat 3 Oct, 9am - 5pmFriction Fire Lighting DayWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJThis one day event is a great opportunity to gain

some real insight. You will spend the day with

Dave Watson who is a master of the subject and is

often seen at shows demonstrating these skills. You

will spend time on both the Bow Drill and Hand

Drill and look at the various materials, preparation

and detailed techniques to give you success.

Tel: 01530 411861Email: [email protected] www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: Please contact for further details.

Free

October

Sat 3 Oct, 10amFootloose Walkers - Melbourne WalkMelbourne Parish Church, Wilson Road/Blackwell Lane, Melbourne, DE73 8EJJoin Footloose Walkers for this guided walk

around Melbourne. Dogs on a lead please. The

Footloose walking group is a 40+ singles group.


Sat 3 Oct, 1:30pm - 4pmMidlands Music and Melbourne Town Band PresentMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF A Casual Concert of Classics for Children

- children are invited to join members of

Melbourne Town Band from 1:30pm to “have

a go’’ on a variety of instruments from brass

to woodwinds, keyboards to drums. Followed

by a 3:30pm Casual Concert to introduce the

instruments and hear a selection of popular

classics and favourite tunes.


Sat 3 Oct, 7pm for 7:30pm start1623 Theatre Company Presents - Sinful ShaXXXpeareMelbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GFThis performance of Sinful ShaXXXspeare by

William Shakespeare and Ben Spiller is narrated

by Shakespeare’s arch enemy, Hecate - the

goddess of witchcraft, and features scenes of

vice from plays including Titus Andronicus,

Macbeth, The Winter’s Tale and Richard III all

presented in 1623 Theatre Company’s inimitable

style. Part of the Melbourne Festival.

Tel: 07962 430450Email: [email protected]: £10, Under 18s £8

Sun 4 Oct, 9am - 4pmWild Food and Wilderness CookeryWoodland Survival Crafts, Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Melbourne, DE73 8BJGain some inspiration and understanding about

some of the many seasonal wild foods available.

Dave has been teaching on wild foods for over 20

years and will focus on giving you confidence to

identify plants/fungi and use them in a variety

of ways.

Tel: 01530 411861Email: [email protected] www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.comPrice: £65 per person, 2 places for £100.

Wed 7 Oct, 2:30pmBamfords Antique Valuation DaySharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGFirst Wednesday of the month. Bamford’s





Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £1 donation per item; this is used towards the upkeep of the Museum.

Thu 8 Oct, 10:15amCastle Knob, Foxley Wood and Tunnel Woods WalkMeet at: Toons Furniture Store Car Park, DE11 9HQField paths, woodland rides and country lanes.

Can be muddy after rain. Much of historical

interest today with the opportunity for

lunch after the walk. No dogs, 3 miles, 2 stiles.

Organised by Overseal Footpaths Volunteers.

Tel: 01283 535039Price: £2 per person

Thu 8 Oct, 7:30pm“What Shall We Do - Yesterday?” Illustrated TalkWillington Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BTJoin Willington Local History Group for this

AGM and illustrated talk by John Redfern. It is

a look at the way Edwardians spent their leisure

time a century ago.

Tel: 01283 702531www.localhistory.me.ukPrice: £2


Delph Market Square, Swadlincote - 10am-6pmFriday 9th October - Sunday 11th October 2015

International entertainment, food, drink, arts & craftsCome and try food & drink specialities and flavours from many different countries or buy to take home.

Foods such as paella, churros, crêpes, cheese, olives and chocolate.Crafts including jewellery, clothing, artwork and gifts from around the world.

Continental bar and live entertainment.

Swadlincote Festival of

INTERNATIONALFOOD & CRAFTSINTERNATIONALFOOD & CRAFTS

Swadlincote Town Centre, Derbyshire, DE11 9DGFurther information: 01283 222 848Free entertainment, free entry and free parking

Fri 9 Oct – Sun 11 Oct, 10am - 6pmSwadlincote Festival of International Food & CraftsThe Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0ADFood, drinks, crafts and entertainment from

around the world.

Tel: 01283 222848www.south-derbys.gov.ukPrice: Free entry and Free parking.

Sat 10 Oct, 10am - 12pmSaturday Talk - Cry God for Harry, England and St. GeorgeSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGJoin Ally Henshaw for this Saturday Talk.

Henry V was a complex man; A cultured and

courteous statesman and administrator, but also

a religious bigot and completely ruthless. Today

he would probably even be accused of war

crimes. Six hundred years ago Henry V achieved

a great victory over the French at Agincourt

on October 25th 1415. Ultimately though, his

victory achieved little. Henry died in France

seven years later, leaving behind an infant

son, during whose reign nearly all the gains in

France would be lost.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: £5 (includes tea, coffee and cake)

Sun 11 Oct, 10amNational Forest 10KConkers, Rawdon Road, Swadlincote, DE12 6GAA scenic off-road route through mature and

young woodland, taking in the Ashby Woulds

Heritage Trail, Donisthorpe Woodland Park,

Ashby Canal, Moira Furnace and Albert Village

Lake.

Tel: 07950 397 021www.jackrabbitevents.co.ukPrice: £11 Affiliated, £13 Unaffiliated.

Sun 11 Oct, 10am - 4pmNGS Open Garden - Bluebell ArboretumAnwell Lane, Smisby, LE65 2TABeautiful nine acre woodland garden with a





more unusual plants. Bring wellingtons in wet

weather. Adjacent specialist tree and shrub







Free

The DelphSwadlincote Town Centre

Swadlincote’s market place is available for events, promotions and performances.

There is no charge for use by community/charitable organisations.

For further information and bookings: 01283 595782 or [email protected]


Sun 11 Oct, 2:15pmSealwood Cottage TourSealwood Cottage, Sealwood Lane, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PAConducted tour of beautifully restored 17th





Sun 11 Oct, 3pmVineyard Tour and Wine TastingSealwood Cottage Vineyard, Sealwood Lane, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PA Enjoy a wonderful opportunity to visit the




Tue 20 Oct, 7:30pmThe Mosley’s and Rolleston on Dove TalkRepton Village Hall, Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GRJoin Repton Village History Group for this

talk by Arnold Burston. Tea/coffee and biscuits

included.


Wed 21 Oct, 7:30pmDerbyshire CuriositiesThe Magic Attic Archives, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGTalk by Keith Blood. Tea/coffee provided.


Tue 24th October, 10:30am - 2:30pmScary Halloween Masks WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGCreate your own scary halloween mask at this

fun drop in family workshop


Mon 26 Oct, 7:30pm“The National Forest” TalkTicknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JUJoin South Derbyshire Badger Group for this

talk by Sam Lattaway from the National Forest

Company.

Tel: 07754 094177Email: info@southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.ukwww.southderbyshirebadgergroup.co.ukPrice: Please contact for further details.

Tue 27 Oct, 10:30am - 2:30pmClay Pumpkin Lantern WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGMake a pumpkin lantern out of clay for a scary

Halloween decoration at this drop in family

workshop.


Free

Free

ODEON Senior ScreenSenior Screen shows films for mature guests during the day on a Thursday at The Pipeworks in Swadlincote.

Come along and meet friends for a screening of the best recent films and classics from the past. Enjoy free tea and coffee before the screening and then relax and enjoy the film at a discounted price.

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


If you would like your event includedin the next edition (Nov 2015 -Feb

2016) or would like to advertise in thepublication, please contact

Swadlincote TIC on 01283 222 848

Wed 28 Oct, 12:30pmSharpe’s Pottery Museum & Kiln TourWest Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGExplore the unique history of the kiln and






Thu 29 Oct, 9am - 3pmSwadlincote Farmers’ and Producers’ MarketThe Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0ADYou are invited to come along and see what is

on offer from our local producers - see what is

grown, raised, made, brewed, pickled, bottled,

baked or caught within 35 miles of The National

Forest.

Tel: 01283 222848Email: gail.archer@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.south-derbys.gov.ukPrice: Free entry & Free parking.

Sat 31 Oct, 10:30am - 2:30pmHalloween Crafts WorkshopSharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DGMake Halloween decorations at this drop in

family workshop at the Museum.

Tel: 01283 222600Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukwww.sharpespotterymuseum.org.ukPrice: Free (Donations welcome).

Sat 31 Oct, 11am - 3pmElvaston’s Eerie Adventures!Elvaston Castle Country Park, Borrowash Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EPCome and join us, if you dare! Meet ghosts and

goblins, witches and warlocks as you explore

the spooky fun on offer around the grounds of

Elvaston Castle. Visit our Pumpkin Parlour and

have a go at carving a pumpkin! With creepy

crafts, haunted tales and ghostly games, we

promise plenty of fiendish family fun. Come

in spooky fancy dress with suitable footwear.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 01629 533870 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countrysideeventsPrice: Children £4 entry fee. Additional charge for pumpkin carving. Parking charges apply.

Free

Free

Free


CreditsDesigned by Adam Leese - www.adamleese.co.uk

Photography by Christopher Beech Photography, Louise Galdes Photography, Mercia Marina, VisitEngland Images, Aston Well Dressers, Steve Aynsley, Guy Badham Photography, British Cycling, Melbourne Festival

Compiled by Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre, May 2015

Obtaining alternative versions of this documentIf 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: [email protected]

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information supplied in this leaflet, the TIC and SouthDerbyshire 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 areadvised 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 at The Glade…

Sunday 26th July, 4pm

Mr StinkAll tickets £8, 2 years and under free.Watch the colourful characters from the celebrated David Walliams story come to life in our adaptation of Mr Stink for the open air.Twelve year old Chloe and a very smelly, homeless man -Mr Stink - forge an extraordinary and rewarding friendship that takes them to the heady heights of live television and Downing Street via a garden shed. An outdoor show packed with fun, humour and a heart-warming message, this brand new adaptation of Mr Stink with some audience participation is suitable for the whole family to enjoy.

Saturday 12th September, 7pm (doors open from 5:30pm for picnics)

Last Night of the PromsTickets: Adults £5, Concession/Child £2.50, Family (2+2) £12Presented by Newhall Band and Tingtang TheatreThis ever popular annual favourite is being given a twist for 2015 with Tingtang Theatre joining the proceedings with a host of broadcasting memories from the 1940’s. Bring a picnic and enjoy a trip down memory lane. Don’t forget your flags and get them ready to wave whilst you sing-a-long to all the well-known ‘Proms’ favourites.

Friday 30th October & Saturday 31st October 6pm, 7:15pm and 8:30pm.

Wizards, Witches and Wands – Halloween WalksTickets: £6For more information and tickets: Rosliston Forestry Centre, 01283 563483Presented by Fancy EntertainmentCalling all good witches and wizards! Do you have what it takes to use a magic wand, fly a broomstick and cast enchanted spells? The Magic Society of Witches is looking for good children to be their new trainees to rescue the woods from the evil witches that have taken over. Join us at Rosliston Forestry Centre this Halloween for an exciting interactive experience around the forest!

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/the-glade/

what's on guide - summer & autumn 2015

Documents