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SUMMARY:Derbyshire Dales Swift Project
DESCRIPTION:A talk about a project to aid an endangered bird species in the local area.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/derbyshire-dales-swift-project/
LOCATION:Wellspring\, Wellspring Church\, Woodstreet\,\, DE44DS
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wirksworth Civic Society":MAILTO:WirksworthCivicSociety@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System
DESCRIPTION:PAGES conferences are excited to invite you to the upcoming International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System\, scheduled to take place from April 13-15\, 2026 in the city of finance Paris\, France.  \nThis event will bring together leading experts for keynote addresses\, dynamic panel discussions\, and engaging workshops that aim to poster collaboration and inspire innovative ideas. Topics will span a range of critical areas\, including disease prevention\, health promotion\, epidemiology\, environmental health\, and global health policy. \nOverall\, the  International Conference on Public Health and Health Care Research and Development promises to be an important forum for advancing our understanding of Public Health and Health Care and exploring innovative solutions to global health challenges.  \nWe eagerly anticipate your participation in this exciting and inspiring event in Paris\, France. \nSincerely\,\nJyothsna P | Conference Secretary\nPublic Health-2026
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/international-conference-on-public-health-and-health-care-system/
LOCATION:Paris\, France\, Paris\, France\, Paris\, 75003\, France
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PANGEA GLOBAL EVENTS":MAILTO:publichealth@pagesconferences.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T121853Z
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SUMMARY:Wirksworth Civic Society Christmas Social - A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:WCS Annual Social event\, includes Free mulled wine and minced pies. \nA performance of Bah Humbug by Lewis Hancock and Ron Middleton
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-civic-society-christmas-social-a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:The Maltings\, Wirksworth\,\, DE4 4DP
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250801T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250604T123346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T123346Z
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SUMMARY:SIX The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor theatre in the heart of the Derbyshire Peak District!   \nDivorced\, beheaded\, died\, divorced\, beheaded\, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons\, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st-century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over.  \nLive from the Geo Steps Amphitheatre located at the National Stone Centre. A summer treat not to be missed.   \nGet your tickets here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/gateposttheatrecompany
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/six-the-musical/
LOCATION:National Stone Centre\, Portland Lane\, Wirksworth\, de4 4ls
CATEGORIES:Events,Family,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T213000
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SUMMARY:The Wirksworth UFO Incident
DESCRIPTION:The Film Premiere of The Wirksworth UFO Incident by local filmmaker Stuart Wheeldon \n🛸 THE WIRKSWORTH UFO INCIDENT will screen at The Northern Light on Friday 25th July! Don’t miss it! 👽👾😱🛸\n🎬 In 1985 Arthur Peterson was a witness to something that would shape his life. Now he returns to the town where it all started… WIRKSWORTH!\n🎟️ All tickets available at:\n💻 www.tnlcinema.co.uk\n📞 01629 337513\n🍺 or at the bar. \nPlease note that if this date sells out then other screenings will be made available from the 28th of July.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/the-wirksworth-ufo-incident/
LOCATION:The Northern Light Cinema
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T150000
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SUMMARY:WWII\, how it changed womens' lives for ever
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Shirley Mann\, our local award-winning war novelist. \nThe talk  will be at at Wirksworth Station on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway as part of the Wirkworth back to ’40s weekend.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wwii-how-it-changed-womens-lives-for-ever/
LOCATION:Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
CATEGORIES:Events,Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecclesbourne Valley Railway":MAILTO:ticketoffice@e-v-r.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T192223Z
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SUMMARY:WWII\, how it changed womes lives for ever
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Shirley Mann\, our local award-winning war novelist.\n (see\nThe talk  will be at at Wirksworth Station on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway as part of the Wirkworthback to ’40s weekend. (See https://www.e-v-r.com/)
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wwii-how-it-changed-womes-lives-for-ever/
LOCATION:Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T213000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T083514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T094201Z
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SUMMARY:Alice in Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Follow Alice down the rabbit hole with this fabulous radio style reading by the esteemed Kirk Ireton Light Programme. \nTickets are for sale at:\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wirksworthbookfestival
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/alice-in-wonderland/
LOCATION:Haarlem Gallery\, The Red Lion\, Wirksworth
CATEGORIES:Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T130808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T130808Z
UID:17418-1745694000-1745701200@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Great Wirksworth Book Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Test your literary learning\, your English expertise\, and your paperback proficiency with questions set by Scarthin Books\, last year’s quiz winners.  \nPrizes for the winning team donated by Ken’s Megastore plus prizes of Scarthin book tokens to be awarded as the judges decide on the night. All proceeds to be shared between Aquabox and the Wirksworth Book Festival. No bar – bring your own drinks and nibbles. \nEntry fee £20 for a team of four – book your team and think of a name with Sally-Anne at Marsdens Gifts\, 7 Market Place\, cash only. Places are limited\, so book early! \nSponsored by Scarthin Books.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/great-wirksworth-book-quiz/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall\, 39 St John Street\, Wirksworth\, DE4 4DS
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T084347Z
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SUMMARY:Jamie Thrasivoulou Feral poetry launch and open mic
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning writer\, poet\, and educator Jamie Thrasivoulou will launch Feral\, his third full-length collection of poetry at The Feather Star. \nJamie Thrasivoulou is also the lyricist in the band Kez. In 2019 he won the Saboteur award for Best Spoken word performer in the UK\, in 2018 he won the Culture Matters Bread & Roses award for Best spoken word and musical collaboration. His work has been published and broadcast widely\, including appearances on BBC Radio 2\, BBC Radio 3\, and BBC Radio 4. \nGrounded in working class experience\, his poems are packed full of witty and often satirical social observation; he has two fingers aimed firmly towards authority and the class system. \nFeral is published in February 2025 through Verve Poetry Press. https://vervepoetrypress.com/product/jamie-thrasivoulou-feral-pre-order-out-oct-2024-free-uk-pp \nJamie hosts an open mic poetry session after the launch. \nThank you to the Feather Star for supporting the book festival by hosting Jamie. \nStick around until 8pm for Shark Fin.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/jamie-thrasivoulou-feral-poetry-launch-and-open-mic/
LOCATION:The Feather Star
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250402T060307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T060307Z
UID:17429-1745676000-1745679600@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Book Festival The Power of Reading
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Reading with Vanessa Hall  \nWhat is single most powerful way to improve your child’s well-being\, academic achievement\, communication skills\, general knowledge and capacity for empathy? Well\, obviously that’d be reading. This workshop is designed to help parents and teachers to better support and improve your child’s reading – to help build knowledge as to how to overcome specific reading barriers\, improve fluency\, and motivate and engage reluctant readers. \nVanessa has worked as an English teacher for over twenty years\, and as a senior leader in a range of inner-city schools for the last decade. She is currently the Director for Teaching and Learning for Greenwood Academies Trust\, and a works as a literacy advisor for a DfE initiative across Nottingham City.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-book-festival-the-power-of-reading/
LOCATION:The Feather Star
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T131333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T131333Z
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SUMMARY:Wirksworth Book Festival Off the Bookshelf
DESCRIPTION:11am – Sophie Draper\, Jane Bettany and Mark Eklid – Derbyshire’s Partners in Crime  \nJoin Derbyshire-based authors Sophie Draper\, Jane Bettany and Mark Eklid\, who will be discussing their books\, the popularity of crime fiction\, and the appeal of the sub genres in which they write. Jane is a writer of cosy crime novels set in Derbyshire: https://www.janebettany.co.uk. Sophie writes psychological suspense novels based in Derbyshire: https://www.sophiedraper.co.uk. Mark has written six crime thrillers: https://markeklid.com. \n12pm – Bill Bevan – Time Thieves versus the Argonauts \nBill previews the second instalment in the adventures of the Time Thieves\, his time traveling series for children of all ages. Following on from the successful mission to Ancient Egypt where they had to steal Tutankhamun’s Golden Ankh\, Johnny\, Yaz and Ted find themselves in Ancient Greece battling gods\, mythical creatures and volcanoes alongside epic heroes.\nhttps://quantum-mystery-books.sumupstore.com  \n12:30pm –  Wirksworth and District Very Short Story Competition Winners \nFind out who won. the competition. Winners will either read their stories or hand out printed copies.  \n1pm – Stephen Bailey – Walking Through History \nStephen introduces the histories of the old roads of Derbyshire. He loves walking the lanes and paths of Derbyshire and is fascinated by the stories they can tell\, reaching back to prehistory. He has explored some of these routes in The Derbyshire Portway (2009) and The Old Roads of Derbyshire (2019 )\, both of which combine a historical panorama with walking suggestions.\nhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B001HCXZV6 \n2pm – Shirley Mann – Chuck it and bucket: how women survived working on the canals in WW2 \nShirley previews her latest book\, ‘Maggie’s War\,’ be published in the summer. It tells the story of a young woman who needs to escape her past but has no idea that such an arduous journey along England’s waterways will also take her on her own journey of drama\, torment and even love.  Shirley will reading from the book and introduce women’s wartime work on the canals. Shirley Mann is a former BBC journalist who was inspired by her mother’s wartime story to write her first novel in her 60s. A winner of the Romantic Saga of the Year Award\, she’s also been nominated for the RNA Popular Fiction Award.\nhttps://www.fantasticfiction.com/m/shirley-mann  \n3pm – Lee Stuart Evans – Pleasantly Disturbed \nLee talks about Pleasantly Disturbed\, his novel about growing up in the East Midlands during the 80s. Robin dreams of being Jim Kerr\, Fliss aims to be Kate Bush. When dozens of fast cars are stolen\, old mechanic Vern recruits Robin to help him investigate suspicious goings-on at a derelict railway yard on the edge of Sherwood Forest. Lee was born in Chesterfield and is a top TV comedy (8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown\, The Late Late Show (RTE)\, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!). A series of jokes he co-wrote for Ant & Dec on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! were nominated for a BAFTA in 2022. He was one of Sean Lock’s staff writers for 15 years\,and has written for Harry Hill\, Patrick Kielty\, Frank Skinner\, Dawn French\, Jonathan Ross and Jimmy Carr.\nhttps://www.curtisbrown.co.uk/client/lee-stuart-evans
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-book-festival-off-the-bookshelf/
LOCATION:Wellspring\, Wellspring Church\, Woodstreet\,\, DE44DS
CATEGORIES:Events,Family,Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250402T060614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T060614Z
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SUMMARY:Wirksworth Book Festival Story Games
DESCRIPTION:Participants will be led through timed writing exercises using dice\, cards and chess pieces as triggers to generate plot lines and characters. Story Games are fun and useful tools for provoking the imagination\, and potentially giving writers the initial inspiration for larger works. After each round\, participants are invited to read out their pieces\, if they are comfortable doing so.  \nTurn up at the library between 10 and 12 to either watch or join in with as many exercises as you wish. Each round will take about 10 – 25 mins depending on the game and numbers of people. Bring your own notebook\, or use the pen and paper provided.   \nThis activity is suitable for both old and young (12+).
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-book-festival-story-games/
LOCATION:Wirksworth Library\, Town Hall\, Market Place\, Wirksworth\, DE4 4EU
CATEGORIES:Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250402T060851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T060851Z
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SUMMARY:Wirksworth Book Festival Book and Vintage Fair
DESCRIPTION:New books\, secondhand books\, authors\, vintage and vinyl indoors and out.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-book-festival-book-and-vintage-fair/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall Garden
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T083101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T083101Z
UID:17406-1745591400-1745596800@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Book Festival Among the Shelves 2
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Wirksworth Library for 2:30pm on Friday 25 April for another author ‘among the shelves.’ Janet Tennant will talk about her new book\, The Refugee Countess – Five lives in one lifetime. \nMarion Stein was a Jewish refugee who in 1938 escaped with her family from Nazi Austria to London. Her story is one of many twists and turns set against the historical changes of the 20th century: Nazi persecution\, the post- Cold war economy\, attitudes to royal marriage and divorce and male homosexuality.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-book-festival-among-the-shelves-2/
LOCATION:Wirksworth Library\, Town Hall\, Market Place\, Wirksworth\, DE4 4EU
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T082811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T082811Z
UID:17400-1745575200-1745586000@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Book Festival Among the Shelves 1
DESCRIPTION:You are invited ‘among the shelves’ of Wirksworth Library to meet two authors on Friday 25 April. \nWendy Garvey is the first. She welcomes young readers and their families to Story Time at 10am\, 11am and 12pm. \nCome along and hear her delightful tales read by the author. Learn why a Chicken is driving a Tractor! See how easily distracted a Toad can be! and find out if a lovable Mouse can finally settle in a new home!  Offering a free fun colouring activity and signed books.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-book-festival-among-the-shelves-1/
LOCATION:Wirksworth Library\, Town Hall\, Market Place\, Wirksworth\, DE4 4EU
CATEGORIES:Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20250401T073624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T073624Z
UID:17384-1743795000-1743798600@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Historians Launch
DESCRIPTION:Launch Meeting for a new community group \nHear about our past projects:\nOpen All Hours and Taming the Red Lion\nBooks free to members joining on the night \nDiscover our future plans:\nResearch the history of North End\nHelping members with their own research\nOccasional talks and walks\nwirksworthhistorians@gmail.com
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-historians-launch/
LOCATION:Wellspring\, Wellspring Church\, Woodstreet\,\, DE44DS
CATEGORIES:Events,Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240918T084931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T143957Z
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SUMMARY:Our Country's Good
DESCRIPTION:Wirksworth Town Hall Thursday/Friday/Saturday November 21/22/23 at 7.30pm \nSet in the late 1700s\, in the yet-to-be-named Australia\, this gritty comedy-drama follows the officers and convicts in the first penal colony as they come to grips with their new realities. When one of the officers makes a request to put on a play using the convicts as actors\, it creates turmoil amongst the officers. Should prisoners be punished or given the chance to act in a ‘frippery play’? But the play transforms both the officers and convicts in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Women in particular\, from desperately impoverished backgrounds and battling with the brutal convict regime\, find their voices and self esteem through performing in the play. They become ‘Ladies’ and even ‘Gentlemen’ acting in The Recruiting Officer. \nOur Country’s Good is covered in accolades\, including the 1988 Laurence Olivier award for Play of the Year\, a 1991 Tony Nomination for Best Play\, and a 1991 New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Foreign Play. Chatsworth Players’ production\, directed by Maggie Ford\, will be a gripping and thought-provoking evening. \nChatsworth Players will be raising money for Rideout\, Creative Arts for Rehabilitation during these performances. Rideout (Creative Arts for Rehabilitation) was established in 1999 in order to develop innovative\, arts-based approaches to working with prisoners and staff within U.K. prisons. We are delighted to be able to support them\, and hope that our performance sheds some light on the importance of their work. \nAge guidance 16+
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/our-countrys-good-2/
LOCATION:The Town Hall
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240918T084819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T084819Z
UID:16797-1732217400-1732399200@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Our Country's Good
DESCRIPTION:Wirksworth Town Hall Thursday/Friday/Saturday November 21/22/23 at 7.30pm \nSet in the late 1700s\, in the yet-to-be-named Australia\, this gritty comedy-drama follows the officers and convicts in the first penal colony as they come to grips with their new realities. When one of the officers makes a request to put on a play using the convicts as actors\, it creates turmoil amongst the officers. Should prisoners be punished or given the chance to act in a ‘frippery play’? But the play transforms both the officers and convicts in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Women in particular\, from desperately impoverished backgrounds and battling with the brutal convict regime\, find their voices and self esteem through performing in the play. They become ‘Ladies’ and even ‘Gentlemen’ acting in The Recruiting Officer. \nOur Country’s Good is covered in accolades\, including the 1988 Laurence Olivier award for Play of the Year\, a 1991 Tony Nomination for Best Play\, and a 1991 New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Foreign Play. Chatsworth Players’ production\, directed by Maggie Ford\, will be a gripping and thought-provoking evening. \nChatsworth Players will be raising money for Rideout\, Creative Arts for Rehabilitation during these performances. Rideout (Creative Arts for Rehabilitation) was established in 1999 in order to develop innovative\, arts-based approaches to working with prisoners and staff within U.K. prisons. We are delighted to be able to support them\, and hope that our performance sheds some light on the importance of their work. \nAge guidance 16+ \nTickets £15 General Admission
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/our-countrys-good/
LOCATION:The Town Hall
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241007
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20230516T213333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T143625Z
UID:1952-1728172800-1728259199@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Wizarding Day
DESCRIPTION:Something magical happens in town every October as fans of Harry Potter\, and other wizardly stories\, gather for a day of family and grown-up wizarding activities. \nThere are events across town\, from crafts\, stalls and food\, to train rides\, owls\, snakes and storytelling. There is a special screening of a Harry Potter film and a Quidditch tournament. Everyone is encouraged to dress as their favourite characters from the books. \nThe day supports charities and good causes each year. Beneficiaries have been Aquabox\, Wirksworth Skatepark Appeal and Foundation Derbyshire. \nVisit website: www.wizardingday.com
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-wizarding-day-2/
LOCATION:Wirksworth
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T230000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20220916T125900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T114351Z
UID:1564-1728129600-1728169200@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Beer festival
DESCRIPTION:The 9th Annual Wirksworth Beer Festival!\nSaturday 5th October\nFrom midday to 11pm at The Maltings \nThe 2024 Wirksworth Beer Festival will once more be serving over 40 real ales selected from around the region as well as live performances from local choirs and music from  up & coming bands.  \nCommitted to raising funds for local projects and last year they raised a whopping £1.7K to support a local film production company who provide hands on experience to the town’s young people.  \nCheers to that!
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-beer-festival/
LOCATION:The Maltings\, Wirksworth\,\, DE4 4DP
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240908T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240908T220000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20220829T120525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T114251Z
UID:1298-1725811200-1725832800@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Gig on the Roof
DESCRIPTION:The Art & Architecture Trail weekend is rounded off with a celebration of local musical talent. \nJoin the town in this popular FREE OUTDOOR EVENT (part of the Wirksworth Festival).
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/gig-on-the-roof/
LOCATION:The Market Place
CATEGORIES:Events,Live music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20230628T104610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T112924Z
UID:2165-1725703200-1725814800@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Festival - Arts Trail
DESCRIPTION:A major event of the Festival\, the Art Trail involves local people opening their homes to turn the town into a multifaceted gallery with over 100 artists & makers exhibiting and selling their work in more than 70 venues. The exhibition spaces are in buildings ranging from charming stone cottages to impressive Georgian townhouses\, historic and quirky buildings\, gardens\, courtyards\, shop windows\, and civic buildings and churches. \nThe Trail is the perfect way to meet artists; talk about their work and buy affordable contemporary art whilst visiting some of Derbyshire’s charming homes. If you want to understand the thinking behind a piece of work the artist is there to explain. If you have ever considered commissioning artwork for your home the Trail provides the perfect place to discuss the creation of a special piece and see a wide range of work. \n  \n10:00 to 17:00 daily\nEntrance £10 per person\nUnder 16’s Free\nFree Trail Guide
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-festival-arts-trail/
LOCATION:Wirksworth
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20230628T105802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T114139Z
UID:2169-1725580800-1726444799@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Festival
DESCRIPTION:Wirksworth invites you to join us for a 10-day celebration of the arts with a mix of music\, performance\, and visual arts.\nThe full 2024 Festival Guide will be available in July but we will update the events section as the programme develops.\nWirksworth Festival began in 1979\, with a £1000 grant from the Town Council\, a small group of people doing everything\, and a programme on a folded piece of blue paper. In 1994 a group of local artists decided to show work in their own homes during the Festival and invite artists from outside the town to join in – the Art Trail was born! \nSince its beginnings\, the Festival has evolved thanks to the hard work and commitment of many people. Come Festival time an army of over 100 volunteers help make this annual event happen. We now host over 150 artists and welcome thousands of visitors\, but it still remains firmly rooted in the local community.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-festival/
LOCATION:Wirksworth
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240725T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240124T225404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T110124Z
UID:15103-1721934000-1721934000@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of literature at the Heritage Centre’s friendly book club\, convening every 4th Thursday of the month. No booking required. £3 suggested donation. Enter through the side door of the Heritage Centre.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/book-club-12/
LOCATION:Wirksworth Heritage Centre\, 31 St Johns Street\, Wirksworth
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240426T185223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T112141Z
UID:15752-1721865600-1722211199@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Feather Star Beer Festival
DESCRIPTION:30 beers and ciders from your favourite National breweries.\nThe best Traditional and modern ales\nLive music and Entertainment\nBeer symposium\nMerch TOMBOLA
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/feather-star-beer-festival-4/
LOCATION:The Feather Star
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240627T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240124T225404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T225404Z
UID:15102-1719514800-1719514800@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of literature at the Heritage Centre’s friendly book club\, convening every 4th Thursday of the month. No booking required. £3 suggested donation. Enter through the side door of the Heritage Centre.
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/book-club-11/
LOCATION:Wirksworth Heritage Centre\, 31 St Johns Street\, Wirksworth
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240609T230000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240118T224829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T224829Z
UID:15069-1717848000-1717974000@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Landlocked 2
DESCRIPTION:A two day gathering with a Summer vibe of surf and rock n roll live music and Djs \nAfter the success of LANDLOCKED in 2023 LANDLOCKED 2 is back in 2024. \nA night and full day of LIVE MUSIC. \n10 bands and 10 Djs. \nSaturday is completely family and dog friendly! \nAward winning pub in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales. \nMusic from aorund Europe. \nSURF INSTRUMENTAL ROCK n ROLL
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/landlocked-2/
LOCATION:The Feather Star
CATEGORIES:Events,Live music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240118T220257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T220257Z
UID:15048-1716595200-1716854399@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wirksworth Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The Carnival Committee is pleased to announce that a date for the Wirksworth Carnival Parade 2024 has been set!\n\n\n\nActivities will take place over the whole of thebank holiday weekend (the 25th to the 27th of May)\, and the parade itself will take place on SUNDAY 26th May 2024!
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/wirksworth-carnival/
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240524T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T145715
CREATED:20240520T231214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T231214Z
UID:16125-1716580800-1716829200@discoverwirksworth.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to see the work of artists Stuart Wheeldon and Dan Marsh. Stuart will be displaying his new photographic exhibition entitled Middleton Moor and more\, Landscape seen through the eye of cinematography. Dan Marsh is displaying a series of mixed media paintings
URL:https://discoverwirksworth.co.uk/event/art-exhibition-3/
LOCATION:The Royal Oak\, 14 North End\, Wirksworth\, Derbyshire\, DE4 4FG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events
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