The Christians up close and personal in a unique intimate setting. Described as "the Temptations in ripped jeans ......" by one rock critic, the Liverpool band's infectious melodies and warm harmonies had a deep emotional undercurrent. Feeding on accusations, protest, despair and even self-doubt, their "socially aware soul" made a big impact on the complacent […]
The Art & Architecture Trail weekend is rounded off with a celebration of local musical talent. Join the town in this popular FREE OUTDOOR EVENT (part of the Wirksworth Festival).
Wirksworth Civic Society presents: An illustrated talk by Doreen Buxton, local historian on the development of tourism at Matlock Bath
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
The place to buy all manner of things made in and around Wirksworth. The Saturday Farmers’ Market started as a pilot at the Wirksworth Festival in 2008 with a handful of stalls, gradually growing to become a regular source of locally produced fine food, crafts and information about stuff happening in and around the town.All stalls are run by small independent businesses, some only being found at the Wirksworth market! Most of our stall holders are based close by in the picturesque Derbyshire valleys of the nearby Amber, Ecclesbourne and Derwent rivers and we reckon the average distance they travel is no more than 15 miles!
The 9th Annual Wirksworth Beer Festival! Saturday 5th October From midday to 11pm at The Maltings The 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. Committed to raising funds for […]
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. There 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 […]
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Come and Sing day in St Mary's Church Wirksworth hosted by Wirksworth Community Choir with Musical Director Adam Green We will be singing Vivaldi's Gloria (Ricordi edition) as the main event with two of Handel's Coronation Anthems: Zadok the Priest and The King Shall Rejoice as the support acts Adam will be leading the Gloria […]
Performance of the pieces following a Come and Sing Day hosted by Wirksworth Community Choir
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
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Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
The place to buy all manner of things made in and around Wirksworth. The Saturday Farmers’ Market started as a pilot at the Wirksworth Festival in 2008 with a handful of stalls, gradually growing to become a regular source of locally produced fine food, crafts and information about stuff happening in and around the town.All stalls are run by small independent businesses, some only being found at the Wirksworth market! Most of our stall holders are based close by in the picturesque Derbyshire valleys of the nearby Amber, Ecclesbourne and Derwent rivers and we reckon the average distance they travel is no more than 15 miles!
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Wirksworth Town Hall Thursday/Friday/Saturday November 21/22/23 at 7.30pm Set 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 […]
Wirksworth Town Hall Thursday/Friday/Saturday November 21/22/23 at 7.30pm Set 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 […]
Derbyshire author Philip Dalling explores the life of one of the most charismatic politicians of the 20th century.
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
A talk presented by Allan Morrison (DHBT) of the story of the full restoration of Wingfield Railway Station
The place to buy all manner of things made in and around Wirksworth. The Saturday Farmers’ Market started as a pilot at the Wirksworth Festival in 2008 with a handful of stalls, gradually growing to become a regular source of locally produced fine food, crafts and information about stuff happening in and around the town.All stalls are run by small independent businesses, some only being found at the Wirksworth market! Most of our stall holders are based close by in the picturesque Derbyshire valleys of the nearby Amber, Ecclesbourne and Derwent rivers and we reckon the average distance they travel is no more than 15 miles!
A get together with mulled wine and mince pies. A slide show of Wirksworth "now and then". Just for fun pictorial quiz of local sites
Wirksworth Civic Society talk by Nigel Johns on the extensive refurbishment of the Wirksworth Alms Hoses on Church walk
