STRAIGHTB3NDS EleCtroAcOusTicArTPopTrIo With songs from artists as diverse as The Cure, REM, Sting, Santana, The Stranglers, Thin Lizzy, Tears for Fears and U2 you will find something here for everyone…. all delivered in their own unique style!
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Every fourth Thursday of the month. Join our friendly regulars and discuss the book of the month at Wirksworth Heritage Centre.
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, […]
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 […]
This is a fundraiser for Children's charity "AFK". SIX Teams of two compete against eachother to get the chance to put their working memory to the test with the "conveyor beelt of prizes"! Local people show their skills that have to be replicted by the team member. Just like the 80's famous games show, chaos […]
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.
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?
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 […]
Visit our 'great hall' for witchCRAFTS! Drop in for children's crafts. £3 per child, choose a craft kit and make it in our 'Great Hall' with help from other Witches and Wizards.
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 […]
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
Come to Wirksworth Heritage Centre for their monthly Antiques Valuation and Discovery Day presented by Bamfords Auctioneers & Valuers. At the Heritage every 2nd Tuesday of the month 2-4pm Note: Items may also be left to be included in the auction. For more information call 01332 210000 or visit www.bamfords-auctions.co.uk (Donations encouraged to support the Heritage […]
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
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: […]
Wirksworth’s weekly market offers up the best of our local producers
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
