Creepy Ceilidh, a night of live music and traditional Scottish ceilidh dancing, with a haunted Halloween twist! The spooky Schuggie will lead you as caller, and the fearsome What a Palaver Band shall squeeze out the ghastly tunes! Some other ghoulish treats await ye also! Bring your own bottle and don't forget your dancing bones. […]
Woodturing for beginners or those with some experience. You can choose a snowman, Christmas tree, bottle stopper* or bottle opener*. *additional cost to be paid in cash on the day. £22pp for half day / £40 for both sessions. £15 per session for under 16's - must be accompanied by a paying adult. Morning session: […]
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Every fourth Thursday of the month. Join our friendly regulars and discuss the book of the month at Wirksworth Heritage Centre.
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?
Performance of Fauré Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine after a Come and Sing Day with Adam Green Musical Director of Wirksworth Community Choir leading the Wirksworth Choral Day Choir in their performance of Fauré Requiem Lynn Dean former MD of WCC leading the Cantique
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Every first Thursday of the month. Led by Denise Bristow, join the group and read some of your own poems or just listen and enjoy.
Jammy authentic heartfelt original songs with drums, bass, violin and co vocal. performing in the main bar
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
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 […]
No stranger to Sonic Music Services but a a newcomer to Wirksworth, we are really excited to announce that Aziz Ibrahim will be returning for another gig. For anyone who has seen him previously, you will know just how incredible he is. And for those who haven't seen him, you're in for a treat. Guitarist […]
The Oil Machine explores the complexities of transitioning away from oil and gas as a society and considers how quickly we can do it. Come and join us for what we hope will be an inspiring chat afterwards in the barn at the Royal Oak (opposite the cinema). On Sunday 12th November we will be […]
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Emerging from the City of Angels’ neo-psychedelic rock scene in 2017, Dream Phases reflects California’s natural splendor and adventuresome inner spirit in its music. The earthy-yet-exalted sounds of the Byrds, the Beach Boys and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – as well as latter-day artists like the Rain Parade, Elliott Smith and Autolux – figure […]
Sat 18th November we are proud to host "The Silver Field" and "Debbie and the Sea of Fire" for the Start of TSF's UK tour. This is an intimate gig held in the comfort of the front room (old Umami) of The Feather Star. Expect an evening to soothe your soul from the dark cold […]
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
A monthly meet-up for some of the most talented jazz musicians in the county to jam and improvise jazz-style music. Expect lots of brass and the inability to stop your toes from a tappin. A friendly crowd that welcome new jammers and one-off singer to front a song or two! Regular meet up on the […]
Wirksworth late-night Christmas shopping Thursday the 23rd of November Until 9 pm Come and join us for a wonderful, festive evening and support your local shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Carol singers and of course Border Morris outside Top Kens at 7 pm.
Join us for a Q&A with Haarlem based acclaimed author Helen Jukes, whose debut novel A Honeybee Heart has Five Openings receied fantastic reviews. "An inspiring, up-close portrait of tending to a honeybee hive—a year of living dangerously" Penguin "A Honeybee Heart Has Five Openings, which moved and delighted me more than a book about […]
Every fourth Thursday of the month. Join our friendly regulars and discuss the book of the month at Wirksworth Heritage Centre.
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Pop along to Wirksworth Heritage Centre and visit Santa in his grotto. There will also be some Christmassy crafts in the studio! 10-3:30pm, no booking required. £5 per child (includes gift).
Good tidings! The Town Council will be running a family-friendly Christmas Market again this year, on Sunday 3rd December 10am -3pm. Alongside unique local Christmas gifts, delicious hot food and mulled wine, there will be Santa’s grotto, run by and in aid of Wirksworth Preschool Playgroup. 10am-3pm: Wirksworth Christmas Market on the Memorial Gardens. Indulge […]
