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Monthly Heritage Talk

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

For November: Cheesemaking- The Lost Industry of the Peak District with Alan Salt Every last Friday of the month, Wirksworth Heritage Centre hosts our very popular Heritage Talks. Guest speakers talk about local historical themes, show images, artifacts and share stories. Talks start 7:30pm, £10pp (includes tea/coffee). Booking essential. www.wirksworthheritage.co.uk Previous and upcoming talks include: "What […]

£10

Monthly Heritage Talk

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

The last Friday of every month, 7:30 start. £7 per person. Booking required www.wirksworthheritage.co.uk 27 January  – The Drovers: “Before the age of modern communications, meat supplies to feed an increasing urban population were driven to market on foot. Those responsible, the Drovers, are remembered in this fascinating talk about hardworking, resourceful individuals who faced […]

£7

Monthly Heritage Talk

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

The last Friday of every month, 7:30 start. £7 per person. Booking required. 24 February – My Derbyshire Life, Ashley Franklin Ashley illustrates his work as a writer and photographer for Derbyshire Life magazine, looking back over 15 years of his popular monthly articles about towns and villages in mid-to-south Derbyshire. This is a highly […]

£7

Monthly Heritage Talk

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

The last Friday of every month, 7:30pm start. £7 per person. Booking required. 31 March – Women and Business in and around Georgian Wirksworth Through the stories of Georgian businesswomen in and around Wirksworth, Dr Peter Collinge explores alternatives to popular images of down-trodden mill workers and Austen-like characters in search of handsome men with […]

£7

Film Screening : The Underground Journey

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

Wirksworth Heritage Centre is delighted to screen the historic film 'The Underground Journey'. The Underground Journey charts the story of a daring underground journey through the soughs and ancient lead mines beneath Cromford and the surrounding area. Filmed originally around 1964 on 16mm cine filmed and transferred to DVD format. The night also features an […]

£10.00

Film Screening : The Underground Journey

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

Wirksworth Heritage Centre is delighted to screen the historic film 'The Underground Journey'. The Underground Journey charts the story of a daring underground journey through the soughs and ancient lead mines beneath Cromford and the surrounding area. Filmed originally around 1964 on 16mm cine filmed and transferred to DVD format. The night also features an […]

£10.00

Hertiage Talks: The Ice Age Environments & Mammals or Derbyshire

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

A talk presented by Dr Angharad Jones The Ice Age was a period of fluctuating environmental conditions, with climatic changes, expanding and contracting ice sheets, and associated changes in flora and fauna. This talk will explore the evidence for past environmental change in Derbyshire, and the mammals that inhabited the area. Friday 29th September 2023, […]

£7

Wirksworth Model Railway Exhibition

Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway are proud to announce the 18th Wirksworth Model Railway Exhibition. Spread across three venues around Wirksworth town centre - The Town Hall, The Memorial Hall and The Parish Rooms. Don't forget to visit our Model Railway Coach at Wirksworth Station too! Includes: Specialist Trade Stalls DVDs and Books EVRA Tombola Secondhand […]

Heritage Talks : Concealed Objects and Written Charms

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

Another great Heritage Talk at Wirksworth's Heritage Centre on 'Protection in the Medieval Period. Have you had a run of bad luck? Do you suffer from unexplained pains? Is your husband being led astray? What can you do? Who can help?

£7

Concealed Objects & Written Charms

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

Protection in the Medieval Period. Have you had a run of bad luck? Do you suffer from unexplained pains? Is your husband being led astray? What can you do? Who can help? Agnes Peterkin, The Cunning Woman, is the answer to all of your problems. She can offer you protection from serpents, thieves, and even […]

£7

Sport Wirksworth – New Exhibition

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

The NEW special exhibition at Wirksworth Heritage Centre starts October 2023 Celebrating Wirksworth’s past and present sporting talent! You can also see our permanent exhibitions... From lead mining to red tape, whiskey to well dressing, our new galleries explore the fascinating history of Wirksworth and the people who live here. In these interactive displays you […]

£5

Heritage Talk: The Lost Houses of Wirksworth

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

Wirskworth Heritage Centre Heritage Talk presents 'The Lost Houses of Wirksworth of Wirksworth presented by Evelyn Murray. Exploring the histories of three grand houses, The Lees, Wirksworth Hall, and Nether House. Where were they, who lived there and what do they teach us about the history of the town?

£7

Ghost Walk & Supper

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

It is that time of year again! Walk the town with our walk leader Pete Chivers. Hear about the history and some chilling tales of spooky happenings, right here in Wirksworth! Booking essential, £12pp (includes soup and a roll, and a hot drink). The walk starts at the Heritage Centre at 7pm sharp. Please wear […]

£12

Heritage Walk – The Industrial Past of the National Stone Centre Site

National Stone Centre Portland Lane, Wirksworth

Join Lynn Willies on this walk around the National Stone Centre site and discover some of the industrial history of the site (quarrying, limekilns and transport links) and the people who worked in them. Just £3 per person - please bring the correct change. Meet outside the cafe building (metal building on the down-hill side […]

£3

Winter Steam in the Valley

Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

One for the enthusiast! Our first-ever winter steam event featuring visiting Class 2 78018 plus resident Class 4 80080. 0-4-0 "Brian Harrison" is set to feature and it is planned for the event to be the launch into service of Bagnall "The Duke"  

£16 – £30

Heritage Walk – National Stone Centre to Middleton Top

National Stone Centre Portland Lane, Wirksworth

Join Tony Wood on this walk from the National Stone Centre to Middleton Top and back - with several diversions from the direct route. You will discover some of the industrial history of the area and the people who worked in them. Just £3 per person - please bring the correct change. Meet outside the […]

£3

Heritage Walk – The Quarries of Wirksworth Town

Lime Kiln Pub Cromford Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Join Lynn Willies on this walk around the old quarries in Wirksworth town and discover some of the industrial history of the area (quarrying, limekilns and transport links) and the people who worked in them. Just £3 per person - please bring the correct change. Meet outside the Limekiln pub in Wirksworth (DE4 4RF) at […]

£3

Heritage Talk : Margaret Cavendish: Is it fair to call her ‘Mad Madge’?

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

Wirksworth Heritage Centre presents another installment of their Heritage Talks with Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of Newcastle: Is it fair to call her 'Mad Madge'? presented by Danielle Burton. Margaret Cavendish was involved in many things seen as 'unladylike' for her day but was always supported by her husband, William. Why was she nicknamed 'Mad Madge' […]

£7

Talk: The Wirksworth Story with Pete Chivers

Wirksworth Heritage Centre 31 St Johns Street, Wirksworth

A journey through the story of Wirksworth from its prehistoric origins, Roman visitors, wealth from lead mining and quarrying to its present status as a town full of creative professionals and a community that works together through sport, an Arts Festival, and even a Wizarding Day- keeping the town alive.  

£7

Jeremy Thorpe – A remarkable political story

The Maltings Wirksworth,

Derbyshire author Philip Dalling explores the life of one of the most charismatic politicians of the 20th century. Tickets available online through Eventbrite https://bit.ly/4eKzVP5

£6

The restoration of Wingfield Station

Wellspring Wellspring Church, Woodstreet,

A talk presented by Allan Morrison (DHBT) of the story of the full restoration of Wingfield Railway Station

£3