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DERWENT GALLERY ‘THE COLOUR AUTUMN’ EXHIBITION

Well Dressings and Carnivals

Forthcoming Well Dressings ~ Read more >

WORMHILL WELL DRESSING 23-31 AUGUST 2025

FOOLOW WELL DRESSINGS

STONEY MIDDLETON WELL DRESSINGS SATURDAY 26TH TO SUNDAY AUGUST 3RD

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Open Gardens in the Peak District

Forthcoming Open Gardens ~ Read more >

LONGNOR CELEBRATES ITS HIDDEN GARDENS

SECRET GARDENS OF WINSTER 19th-20th July 2025 1.30pm to 5.30pm

LONGSTONE OPEN GARDENS SATURDAY 12TH AND SUNDAY 13TH JULY

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WALKS WITH NELLIE ~ TISSINGTON ~ BY SALLY MOSLEY

The picturesque village of Tissington lies embedded into a historic landscape fashioned and farmed by man going back centuries and beyond. A surrounding gridwork of drystone walls enclose rich pasture with evidence of medieval ridge and furrow field systems. The village itself is a time warp of quintessential Englishness that melts my heart with its prettiness and character. And so it was that Nellie and I headed off from Tissington station car park for a wander along the tr

LITTLE GREEN SPACE ~ BY PENNY BUNTING

Waxwing In winter, the UK becomes home to hundreds of thousands of visiting birds. Travelling from northern areas such as Iceland, Scandinavia and northern Russia, many species undertake long and gruelling journeys to the UK in search of food and a warmer climate. Wrapping up in warm clothes and heading out to spot these birds is a lovely way to spend a winter afternoon. Take a walk in the Peak District’s woodlands, moors or dales – and look out for winter visitors along the

FOURTEEN REASONS TO SHOP LOCAL

• Saving fuel and car parking charges. Reducing pollution, less traffic thus improving the environment. • You may get a better deal – for instance local bakers, greengrocers, butchers could reward regular custom. • Good advice; butchers could advise on how to cook certain cuts of meat and what size joint you might need for a family get together. • Shopping at your local butchers cuts down on food miles and stress on the animals, therefore better quality meat. Plus traceabil

2025 CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL AT ALL SAINTS’ PARISH CHURCH, BAKEWELL 11TH-21ST DECEMBER

A reminder that the seventeenth Christmas Tree Festival at All Saints’ Parish Church, Bakewell will take place between 11 and 21 December 2025. After the festival’s opening during a short service at 7pm on Thursday, 11 December, the church will be open from 9.30am to 4pm daily (12 noon to 4pm on Sundays). Delicious home made refreshments and light lunches will be served in the Open Door Café each day between 10am and 3.30pm (12.30 to 3.30 on Sundays) There will be music to

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS TO A THRIVING BUSINESS: THE STORY OF LEE WEBB AND BIRCHOVER RECLAMATION LTD

My name is Lee Webb, and I’m the founder and managing director of Birchover Reclamation Ltd. My journey in the stone industry began at Penine Paving, Newhaven, where I spent 17 years learning the trade from the ground up. Those years gave me a real appreciation for the craftsmanship, hard work, and relationships that make this industry so special. After almost twenty years in the trade, I decided it was time to take the plunge and build something of my own. I found a small y

DERWENT GALLERY ‘THE COLOUR AUTUMN’ EXHIBITION

– Advertorial – Including paintings by Kristan Baggaley, Mark Preston, Tim Hulley and Pauline Rignall The Derwent Gallery, in Grindleford in the Hope Valley, has been selling fine art paintings of the Derbyshire Peak District during it’s thirty years years history, attracting artists and visitors from a wide area, and always have a diversity of painting styles and media. The exhibition features the changing of the season with burnt ochres of heather and bracken and dramatic

RISING NUMBER OF COHABITING COUPLES RISK HOMELESSNESS IF A PARTNER DIES WITHOUT A WILL

Laura Cowan, Head of Private Client Team at Graysons Solicitors A stark new warning has been issued to unmarried couples after national research revealed that most cohabitees have little idea what would happen to their partner – or their home if one of them dies without a will. According to figures from the Will Aid campaign, two thirds of cohabitees misunderstand the law surrounding intestacy, and a quarter wrongly assume their estate would automatically pass to their partn

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Music in the Peaks and Dales

Forthcoming live music events and concerts Read more >

Festive Music Comes to Bakewell: The Belper Jazz Company Featuring Jeanie Barton Presents a Christmas Special

WYNS TOR SINGERS AUTUMN CONCERT SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER, 7:30PM

LIVE MUSIC IN THE DALES PIVA – THE RENAISSANCE COLLECTIVE 28TH NOVEMBER

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Talk of the Dales

Local stories and contributions from writers in the Peak District, Matlock and Wirksworth.

MAYOR POLLOCK RAISES £5000 FOR CHARITY

The Mayor of Wirksworth, Councillor Andy Pollock, had a successful, if not entirely enjoyable skydive in September and has raised £5,000 for his chosen charities… so far! Andy hopes to carry out more fundraising events in coming months and to push his total during this year long-term to over £6,000. The funds will be split between children’s charities Wirksworth Young Futures Fund and Seashell Trust.

BAKEWELL METHODIST CHURCH JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM – A FESTIVAL OF NATIVITIES 1ST-22ND DECEMBER

Once again at Bakewell Methodist Church we are celebrating the Christmas story with a Festival of Nativities. The invitation is to everyone to come and see the meaningful story of Christmas pictured through beautiful Nativity crib scenes, including a life-size scene with all the characters around the crib. Come and discover again how the birth of Jesus came about and why that brings so much to celebrate in this season! The Festival is open every day from 1st to 22nd December

WIRKSWORTH BACK ON TRACK AS A FAIRTRADE TOWN

The Wirksworth Fairtrade Town Team celebrating at the town sign and Siddhraj and Rukvi Odedra showing some of the Fairtrade products in their shop, Dip's Place The Wirksworth Fairtrade Town Team is delighted to announce that Wirksworth has won back its Fairtrade Town status. The town was first accredited as a Fairtrade Town back in 2009, but in recent years this status has lapsed. Now, however, the Fairtrade Foundation has updated Wirksworth’s Fairtrade status for a further t

BASLOW ST. ANNE’S CE PRIMARY SCHOOL RAISE £2724.70

Baslow St. Anne’s CE Primary School Tiger Class Reception and Year 1 and Leopard Class Year 1 and 2 put their enterprise skills into action and managed to raise a phenomenal grand total of £2,724.70 for Children in Need. The children worked together as a team and collaborated in deciding to hold a sponsored walk into Chatsworth, where they had a hot chocolate and Pudsey biscuit before returning to school. They also used their financial and literacy skills, deciding to ask f

DARLEY DALE REMEMBRANCE PARADE AND SERVICE – A HEARTFELT COMMUNITY TRIBUTE

On Sunday 9th November, Darley Dale came together with an impressive turnout for the annual Remembrance Parade and Service. Residents of all ages gathered to honour those who served and sacrificed, reflecting the town’s deep sense of respect and community spirit. The event was marked by solemnity and gratitude, with heartfelt tributes paid throughout the afternoon. Darley Dale Town Council would like to extend their sincere thanks to everyone who attended to pay their respec

MATLOCK ANTIQUE AND COLLECTABLE SOCIETY

A truly wonderful afternoon was enjoyed by all members and visitors who braved the terrible rain pouring down like stair rods to listen to guest speakers Janet and Paul Barrass, who spoke and sang with passion and laughter about one of their special subject lectures ‘Past Traditions of Christmas’. To back this they brought along an extensive array of vintage festive items which took everyone back to their childhood memories of bygone christmases. All in all this was one of t

DERBYSHIRE CHARITY WINS NATIONAL ‘CHARITY OSCAR’ FOR PIONEERING EMPLOYMENT SCHEME

Zink CEO, Paul Bohan with Akshata Murty A Derbyshire charity that’s transforming lives across the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales has won one of the country’s most prestigious charity awards. Zink, which supports local people out of poverty and into work, as well as providing holistic support services including a foodbank, eco-café and health activities was selected as a winner from 600 charities around the country in this year’s Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) Awards, which

RIVER NETWORK WOODLAND PROJECT: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH GREEN INITIATIVES

The River Network Woodland Project is proud to announce its latest initiative aimed at supporting homeless shelters and supported housing projects through the creation of planters and raised beds. A dedicated team of service users recently came together to lend their skills and expertise, fostering community development and leadership along the way. This project not only addresses the immediate need for green spaces in urban areas but also empowers individuals facing homeles

YOULGRAVE PRIMARY SCHOOL ECO COUNCIL LEAD THE WAY!

The Eco Council at Youlgrave All Saints Primary are leading initiatives to drive the school’s Climate Action Plan. The children are working with the school cook to reduce food waste by adapting lunchtime menus and are ready to submit their RHS Level 2 Gardening Award to improve our outdoor spaces and provide microhabitats. In a true show of pupil power, they met online with their counterparts at Biggin School to share ideas. Together, the two councils decided to take part in

BRAND NEW STATION TO STATION WALKING TRAIL FROM SHEFFIELD TO MANCHESTER

Thread Your Way Along the Steel Cotton Rail Trail, the brand-new station to station walking trail from Sheffield to Manchester which was launched on 27th September. Created by the High Peak and Hope Valley Community Rail Partnership and the South East Manchester Community Rail Partnership, the Steel Cotton Rail Trail allows walkers to explore the Peak District and canals from Sheffield to Manchester along the Hope Valley railway line, discovering the area’s industrial past a

BAKEWELL AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB THE RISE AND FALL AND RISE AGAIN OF MARKS & SPENCER

L-R: Club Chairman, Paul Davies and Stefan Andrejczuk To many people in this country, the name of Marks & Spencer suggests the traditional British business but, in fact, it was founded by a penniless immigrant, Michael Marks who, in 1882, arrived in England unable to speak the language but who was determined to work hard to earn a living. The story of the famous retail business which bears his name and that of his partner, Thomas Spencer, was related to the Bakewell and Distr

ROTARY BAKEWELL NEW UPDATE

L-R: Prof. Roger Clough with Rotary members, Margie Stuckey and Dr John Burn We were delighted to welcome Prof Roger Clough to our evening meeting on 29th October at The Rutland Arms, Bakewell for a very stimulating presentation and discussion based on his book Oldenland – how to grow old gracefully, understand others and enjoy your later years! Roger is a retired academic from Lancaster University who has written numerous books on ageing and social care – and widely spoken p

DARLEY DALE WI

The ladies of Darley Dale WI concluded a very interesting and enjoyable programme for 2025 when they met recently. President, Sue Lamb welcomed everyone to the meeting including visitor, Kath. Fellow member, Jayne Hayward provided greenery and trimmings for the making of Christmas wreaths. After a deft demonstration by Jayne everyone soon got into the spirit and produced original decorations. Several members had attended the Autumn Celebration event at the Winding Wheel in

FARMING LIFE CENTRE SECURES CRUCIAL FUNDING TO COMBAT RURAL ISOLATION

As a small, vibrant charity, The Farming Life Centre relies entirely on diverse funding streams to deliver life-changing projects — every pound goes straight back into supporting farming and rural communities across the Peak District. The Farming Life Centre is delighted to announce that they have received generous funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the National Lottery Community Fund to expand their much-needed Rural Befriending Project. This funding wi

DERBYSHIRE OPEN ARTS 2026 CALLOUT FOR ARTISTS AND MAKERS

Derbyshire Open Arts is an annual event that promotes the work of artists and makers across the county. Next year will be the 20th anniversary of the event which has grown into Derbyshire’s largest open studio event and will take place over the Spring Bank holiday weekend, Saturday 23rd to Monday 25th May 2026. There are many benefits to artists of being part of Derbyshire Open Arts including: • promotion of your work and venue via social media platforms, newspapers and maga

FREE PARKING THIS CHRISTMAS IN HIGH PEAK

Parking in Borough Council car parks will be free again this year this December as High Peak residents and businesses prepare for, and celebrate, the festive season. The Council is offering free parking in its pay and display car parks on Saturdays 6, 13, 20 and 27 December, and on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve, to encourage people to support local businesses and shop local. Parking will also be free in Buxton on Saturday 22 November and Glossop on Saturday 29 November fo

CROMFORD WI NOVEMBER MEETING 'FROM WIGS TO WEALTH' RICHARD ARKWRIGHT

Our informed and interesting speaker, Dave Berry talked us through Arkwright's life – from his very lowly beginnings in a poor family from Lancashire to his wig making apprenticeship, his famous water powered cotton spinning machine, factory building and finally to finding fame and fortune as one of the richest men in England. At one time declaring he could 'pay off the country's debt' – which he declined to do incidentally! We learned about the court battles and rivalry in

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What's On?

Well Dressings and Carnivals

WORMHILL WELL DRESSING 23-31 AUGUST 2025

FOOLOW WELL DRESSINGS

STONEY MIDDLETON WELL DRESSINGS SATURDAY 26TH TO SUNDAY AUGUST 3RD

Open Gardens in the Peak District

LONGNOR CELEBRATES ITS HIDDEN GARDENS

SECRET GARDENS OF WINSTER 19th-20th July 2025 1.30pm to 5.30pm

LONGSTONE OPEN GARDENS SATURDAY 12TH AND SUNDAY 13TH JULY

WALKS WITH NELLIE ~ TISSINGTON ~ BY SALLY MOSLEY

LITTLE GREEN SPACE ~ BY PENNY BUNTING

FOURTEEN REASONS TO SHOP LOCAL

2025 CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL AT ALL SAINTS’ PARISH CHURCH, BAKEWELL 11TH-21ST DECEMBER

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS TO A THRIVING BUSINESS: THE STORY OF LEE WEBB AND BIRCHOVER RECLAMATION LTD

DERWENT GALLERY ‘THE COLOUR AUTUMN’ EXHIBITION

RISING NUMBER OF COHABITING COUPLES RISK HOMELESSNESS IF A PARTNER DIES WITHOUT A WILL

Music in the Peaks and Dales

Festive Music Comes to Bakewell: The Belper Jazz Company Featuring Jeanie Barton Presents a Christmas Special

WYNS TOR SINGERS AUTUMN CONCERT SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER, 7:30PM

LIVE MUSIC IN THE DALES PIVA – THE RENAISSANCE COLLECTIVE 28TH NOVEMBER

Talk of the Dales

Local stories and contributions from writers in the Peak District, Matlock and Wirksworth.

MAYOR POLLOCK RAISES £5000 FOR CHARITY

BAKEWELL METHODIST CHURCH JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM – A FESTIVAL OF NATIVITIES 1ST-22ND DECEMBER

WIRKSWORTH BACK ON TRACK AS A FAIRTRADE TOWN

BASLOW ST. ANNE’S CE PRIMARY SCHOOL RAISE £2724.70

DARLEY DALE REMEMBRANCE PARADE AND SERVICE – A HEARTFELT COMMUNITY TRIBUTE

MATLOCK ANTIQUE AND COLLECTABLE SOCIETY

DERBYSHIRE CHARITY WINS NATIONAL ‘CHARITY OSCAR’ FOR PIONEERING EMPLOYMENT SCHEME

RIVER NETWORK WOODLAND PROJECT: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH GREEN INITIATIVES

YOULGRAVE PRIMARY SCHOOL ECO COUNCIL LEAD THE WAY!

BRAND NEW STATION TO STATION WALKING TRAIL FROM SHEFFIELD TO MANCHESTER

BAKEWELL AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB THE RISE AND FALL AND RISE AGAIN OF MARKS & SPENCER

ROTARY BAKEWELL NEW UPDATE

DARLEY DALE WI

FARMING LIFE CENTRE SECURES CRUCIAL FUNDING TO COMBAT RURAL ISOLATION

DERBYSHIRE OPEN ARTS 2026 CALLOUT FOR ARTISTS AND MAKERS

FREE PARKING THIS CHRISTMAS IN HIGH PEAK

CROMFORD WI NOVEMBER MEETING 'FROM WIGS TO WEALTH' RICHARD ARKWRIGHT

Discover the Peak District

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