Peak District Events - Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, England, UK

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Extraordinary Costumes, Extraordinary Lives

Sat 04 July 2009
Costumes with stories. A range of costumes from Tibet, North West Provinces, Land Army and Victorian Day Wear. All with fascinating tales of their owners; local links and intriguing stories.
Experts on hand to talk about the Collection
Organiser: Anita Spencer
Location: Old House Museum, Bakewell
Time(s): 11:00am - 4:00pm		Contact tel: 01629 813642
Cost: £3. Children up to 16 £1.50. No concessions.
Email: bakewellmuseum@googlemail.com

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Welldressing - Hathersage

Sat 04 July 2009 to Sat 11 July 2009
This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire. In Hathersage, 2 wells are dressed.

Well Locations
School Lane
Chapel Drive to Methodist Church on Main Road

Blessing Service
Sunday 5 July 2009, 6 pm on Chapel Drive to Methodist Church

Donations gratefully accepted.
Location: See panel
Time(s): 9:00am - 7:00pm		Contact tel:
Cost: Free

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Ranger Walk around Hathersage

Sat 04 July 2009
9 mile upland walk taking in views of Stanage Edge. Rough ground and steep slopes.

Pay & Display car park and with links to bus services.

Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Meet at Hollin Bank Car Park
Time(s): 11:00am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01629 816290

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Well Dressing - Wessington

Sat 04 July 2009 to Mon 06 July 2009
This ancient custom is only found in Derbyshire. Wessington has natural wells on its main Village Green which were still used in the 1950's. It also has a Nature Reserve which is a Site of Special Importance as declared by English Nature. The village has 5 well dressings.

Well Locations
Horse & Jockey Inn, on A615
Christ Church
Primary School
Nature Reserve (2 wells), Village Green

Blessing Service
Saturday 4 July 2009, 10 am at Christ Church

Free parking on field opposite Church
Free coach parking at Horse & Jockey Inn
Free disabled parking at Horse & Jockey.

Donations gratefully accepted.
Organiser: Peggy Leatherland
Location: See panel
Time(s): 9:00am - 7:00pm		Contact tel: 01773 520152

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Day of Dance - Sudbury

Sat 04 July 2009
Enjoy dances from around the world and have a go yourself.
Organiser: The National Trust
Location: Sudbury Hall
Time(s): 11:00am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01283 585337
Email: sudburyhall@nationaltrust.org.ukWebsite: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/

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Bakewell Carnival

Sat 04 July 2009
Bakewell's annual Carnival
Organiser: Alan Dennis
Location: Bakewell
Time(s): 1:00pm		Contact tel:
Email: alan.dennis.email@googlrmail.com

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Cromford Station Open Day

Sat 04 July 2009
Come to see the results of the £450, 000 renovation of the two historic Cromford Station buildings, and to talk to the people who made it happen.

Organiser: Arkwright Society
Location: Cromford Station
Time(s): 11:00am - 4:00pm		Contact tel: 01629 825776
Website: www.arkwrightsociety.org.uk/

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Glossop Carnival

Sat 04 July 2009 to Sun 05 July 2009
This annual community event held in Manor Park features many attractions including the Tamesdie Sea Cadets performing the 'Climbing the Rigging' recently performed before H.M. the Queen. There is also a funfair, RSPCA Dog Show, Cheerleaders, Maypole Dancing, lots of live music and a 'Real Ale' tent. There will be lots of stalls, farmers market and crafts.
Parade will commence from the Town hall Car Park at 12 noon and proceed up to Manor Park, led by Oldham Scottish Pipe Band. If you would like to walk in the parade please contact the organiser.
Organiser: Tina Howe
Location: Glossop
Time(s): 12:00 midday - 6:00pm		Contact tel: 07720 073000
Cost: Free

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Navigation for Improvers - Hayfield

Sat 04 July 2009
8 mile walk with more advanced moorland navigation following on from 6th June. Rough ground. Bring compass and Dark Peak 1:25000 OS map.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Pay & Display car park.

Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Bowden Bridge car park (GR:SK048869)
Time(s): 10:30am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01663 747786

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Ranger Walk - Rivers Dove and Manifold

Sat 04 July 2009
14 mile very strenuous, challenge walk which crosses the Dove and Manifold twice and climbs Revidge and Ecton Hill, to explore this area.

Children 11+ only.

Links to bus services
Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Hartington Village Shop Bus Stop (GR: SK128604)
Time(s): 9:30am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01629 816290

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Ranger Walk - Secrets of Hope

Sat 04 July 2009
7 mile walk on paths and tracks around the old village of Hope, includes the ‘Wells Dressing’. Some fields and stiles.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Links to rail and bus services
Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Hope Railway Station (GR:SK181833)
Time(s): 11:00am - 4:00pm		Contact tel: 01433 670216

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The Wool Experience - Wildboarclough

Sat 04 July 2009
The Leek Guild of Spinners, Weavers and Dyers will be demonstrating spinning and weaving. Lots of fun for all the family - nature trail with fun quiz, breathtaking views. Fresh snacks and home-made Hilly Billy ice-cream made from milk fresh from Blaze Farm's own cows
Organiser: Blaze Farm
Location: Blaze Farm
Time(s): 10:00am - 5:30pm		Contact tel: 01260 227229
Cost: £1.00 charitable donation
Email: katy@blazefarm.comWebsite: www.blazefarm.com

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Heart of Oak Morris Men - Ashbourne

Sat 04 July 2009
Come and watch the Uttoxeter Heart of Oak Morris Men dancing in the market place. Formed in 1955, the Uttoxeter Morris Men dance mainly the Cotswold traditions, but occasionally venture into the world of Rapper and Long Sword dances and the odd Border dance .

Would you like to learn to Morris Dance? You do not have to have a beard, be a folkie or be mad - although this could help!
Organiser: Ashbourne Tourist Information Centre
Location: Ashbourne market Place
Time(s): 2:30pm		Contact tel: 01335 343666
Cost: Free
Website: www.uttoxetermorrismen.org.uk

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Vera Brittain's Buxton

Sat 04 July 2009
Writer, feminist and pacifist Vera Brittain is best remembered as author of the best-selling 1933 memoir Testament of Youth. She lived in Buxton as a girl.
To find out more about her life, join Jennie Ainsworth on a gentle stroll through the town. Jennie has a large collection of photographs and other memorabilia, which give further insight into life in Edwardian Buxton.
Organiser: Friends of the Peak
Location: The Vera Brittain plaque in the Pavilion Gardens building
Time(s): 2:00pm		Contact tel: 0114 266 5822
Cost: £4 for non Friends of the Peak members
Website: www.friendsofthepeak.org.uk

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Winster Wakes

Sat 04 July 2009
Fancy Dress, Parade, Ashbourne Town Band, Winster Morris, Handsworth Traditional Sword Dancers. Children's Rides, Face Painting and Entertainments
Craft and Produce Stalls. Hog Roast. Games and Bouncy Castle. Tea and cakes. Beer. Pimms. Palm Reading. Buskers. Chesterfield Spirettes. Professor Shell and Peter the Rabbit. Tug-o-War. An Evening of Family Entertainment. Children's Disco. Football on the field. Inflatable slide and sumo wrestling. BBQ.
Organiser: Geoff Lester
Location: Winster
Time(s): 1:30pm onwards		Contact tel: 01629 650090
Email: geoff@orchardmine.co.ukWebsite: www.winster.org

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Fine Food Fair - Calke Abbey

Sun 05 July 2009
An event that celebrates the best in local food.
Organiser: The National Trust
Location: Calke Abbey
Time(s): 10:00am - 3:00pm		Contact tel: 01332 863822
Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.ukWebsite: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-calkeabbey

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Childrens Folk Dance Day

Sun 05 July 2009
Music and callers presented by Straffordshire Hobby Horse Club,
Organiser: The National Trust
Location: Sudbury Hall
Time(s): 1:00pm - 4:00pm		Contact tel: 01283 585337
Email: sudburyhall@nationaltrust.org.ukWebsite: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/

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Ranger Walk - Sheldon

Sun 05 July 2009
1 ½ mile short, easy walk through a conserved landscape to see flowers and wildlife in lead rakes, hay meadows and dew ponds. Suitable for families
Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: SK158685 - Opposite Wheal Lane
Time(s): 2:00pm - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01629 816290

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Ashover Festival Summer Concert

Sun 05 July 2009
Summer Concert as part of the 2009 Ashover Festival. A programme of chamber music will be followed by supper in the Bassett Rooms opposite the Church.

Booking essential.
Location: Parish Church of All Saints
Time(s): 7:00pm		Contact tel: 01246 590369
Cost: Adult £12, Students £3 - Supper £12

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Concert by Glossop Old Band - Buxton

Sun 05 July 2009
A two hour concert in The Bandstand
Organiser: Rachel Hoodith
Location: The Bandstand, Pavillion Gardens
Time(s): 2:00pm - 4:00pm		Contact tel: 01298 23114
Cost: Free
Email: paviliongardens@highpeak.gov.ukWebsite: www.paviliongardens.co.uk

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Enthusiasts Tram Event - Crich

Sun 05 July 2009
A dream date for tram enthusiasts with behind-the-scenes tours, vintage film footage and works cars. Bus link from Whatstandwell station.

Organiser: Crich Tramway Museum
Location: Crich Tramway Museum
Time(s): 10:00am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01773 854321
Cost: Adult £10.50, OAP £9.50, Kids £5.50, Family £29.50
Email: enquiry@tramway.co.ukWebsite: www.tramway.co.uk

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Get Active for Africa Walk - Great Longstone

Sun 05 July 2009
Join us on a walk in the beautiful Peak District to raise funds to support local communities in West Africa and to celebrate 20 years of Village Aid. Choose a challenge:

10 miles leaving at 10am
6 miles leaving at 11.30am
2 miles 1.30pm "Walk for Water" children bring a small bucket

Sponsorship forms available at the Crispin Inn
Organiser: Sue
Location: Great Longstone
Time(s): 10:00am		Contact tel: 01629 640091
Cost: Minimum Entrance donation £5 - £10 (£1 children)
Email: info@villageaid.orgWebsite: www.villageaid.org

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Peakers Stroll - Peak Forest

Sun 05 July 2009
25, 17, 13 or 9ml from Peak Forest. Exciting walk in Peak National Park taking in Mam Tor, Lose Hill, Win Hill, Ladybower, Edale and Castleton. Start: walkers 09.30; runners 11.00. Entry: £8.50 incl drinks at all Cps; light refreshments at halfway point on the 25ml route (donation invited); hot food and sweet at the finish. Cert on completion. Large parking area (NOT Devonshire PH car park). Organised by & proceeds to Tideswell Male Voice Choir. Entry form on website, or with SAE. Contact Alan Brignell, 9 Commercial Road, Tideswell, BUXTON SK17 8NU
Organiser: Alan Brignall
Location: Peak Forest Reading Room (GR SK113793)
Time(s): 9:30am onwards		Contact tel: 01298 871893
Cost: £8.50 incl drinks at Checkpoints and food at finish
Email: alanb@tiscali.co.ukWebsite: www.tideswellmvc.co.uk

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Planters Unlimited - Alstonefield

Sun 05 July 2009
This pretty village will be made even more beautiful by hundreds of planted containers- of all types- around the village. There will also be old-fashioned games on the playing field and refreshments in the village hall. Village map & Trail (including 2 games vouchers) £2.00. Proceeds to St Peter's Church.
Organiser: Lorraine Hawkins
Location: Alstonfield
Time(s): 10:00am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01335 310353
Cost: See panel
Email: Lorraine Hawkins

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Ranger Walk - Kinder Scout from Bowden Bridge

Sun 05 July 2009
10 mile walk over Kinder Scout. Strenuous walk with steep climbs. Booking essential, Pay & Display car park and with links to bus services.
Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Bowden Bridge car-park (GR: SK048869)
Time(s): 10:30am - 5:00pm		Contact tel: 01663 747786

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Ranger Walk - Mini beast hunt in the Goyt Valley

Sun 05 July 2009
Come and join the rangers for a mini-beast hunt in the Goyt valley. Surprises under almost every log and stone. Bring your picnic! Assistance dogs only. Suitable for families and pushchairs
Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Street car park (GR: SK013756)
Time(s): 11:00am - 1:30pm		Contact tel: 01629 816290

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Brass Band Concert - Darley Dale

Sun 05 July 2009
Sunday Evening Brass Band Concert by Killamarsh Band.

BBQ, Raffle & Auction
Location: Darley Dale Cricket Club
Time(s): 7:30pm - 9:30pm		Contact tel:
Cost: Free entry with collection for band funds

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Thornbridge Hall Charity Garden Party

Sun 05 July 2009
Lots to do for all the family inside or out....come rain or shine.
Open House & Gardens, Craft Fair, Live Music, Funfair, Pony Rides, Children's Entertainer, Football Skills with Sheffield FC, Beer Tent, Brewery Visit, Food by the 'Cricket Inn Team', Hope Valley Ice Cream & much more!
Organiser: Thornbridge Hall
Location: Thornbridge Hall
Time(s): 11:00am - 4:00pm		Contact tel:
Cost: £4.00 Adults. £3.00 Concessions (OAPs). Children Free
Website: www.thornbridgehall.co.uk

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Summer Fair and Charity Bazaar - Buxton

Mon 06 July 2009
Buxton Rotary club Summer Fair & Charity Bazaar.Bargain stall, local organisations & charities. Activities & interest groups for all ages.
Entertainment throughout the day
Childrens rides
Organiser: Buxton Rotary Club
Location: Pavilion Gardens Buxton
Time(s): 10:00am - 3:00pm		Contact tel:
Cost: Free
Website: www.rotary-ribi.org/clubs/homepage.asp?ClubID=272

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Well Dressing under Construction - Hayfield

Tue 07 July 2009 to Fri 10 July 2009
Find out more about this ancient Derbyshire custom by watching the well dressers working on the dressing.

Venue
The wells are dressed at various venues near to each well site but not all are confirmed as yet. Please check the website or telephone in advance.

Donations gratefully received
Organiser: Lynne Bagshaw
Time(s): 10:00am - 4:00pm, attendance varies.		Contact tel: 01663 742112
Cost: Free
Email: lynneabagshaw@aol.comWebsite: www.hayfieldwelldressing.com

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Hidden Hardwick

Tue 07 July 2009
Price of tour includes two-course lunch.
Organiser: National trust
Location: Hardwick Hall
Time(s): 10:30am to 12:30pm and 12:30pm to 3:30pm		Contact tel: 01246 850430
Cost: £30
Email: hardwickhall@nationaltrust.org.ukWebsite: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-hardwickhall

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The Geology of Ossams Hill - Ilam

Tue 07 July 2009
An instructional guided walk with a National Trust geologist.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Organiser: The National Trust
Location: Ilam Hall and Park
Time(s): 6:30pm - 8:30pm		Contact tel: 01335 350503
Email: ilampark@nationaltrust.org.ukWebsite: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/

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Fine Arts Sale - Bakewell

Wed 08 July 2009
Fine Arts Auction Sales

Viewing 2 - 8pm Tuesday prior to the sale and from 9am on sale day morning. All sales commence 10.30am
Organiser: Bagshawes
Location: Agricultural Centre
Time(s): 10:30am		Contact tel: 01629 812777
Cost: Free
Email: enquiries@wintertons.co.ukWebsite: www.wintertons.co.uk

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Geology Walk - Buxton

Wed 08 July 2009
One of 7 evening walks on Wednesdays.

Please call for meeting location details.
Organiser: Bob Billing
Location: Please call
Time(s): 7:00pm		Contact tel: 01298 71687
Cost: £3.50 per person per walk

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Garden Workshop - Ashbourne

Wed 08 July 2009
Garden Guru Anne Liverman on propagating, dividing and layering techniques – restricted to 25 people on a first come-first served basis.
Included in your day is all of the above; programme ....
· Coffee
· Workshop One and demonstration
· Lunch
· Workshop Two
· Private tour of the garden
· Afternoon tea
Organiser: Mr Craig Dalton
Location: The Burrows Gardens
Time(s): 10:15am - 4:15pm		Contact tel: 01335 360745
Cost: £55 per person
Email: craig.dalton@burrowsgardens.comWebsite: www.burrowsgardens.com

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Darkest Angel - Pooles Cavern

Wed 08 July 2009 to Sat 11 July 2009
A new drama performed by the Young REC Theatre Trust. The performance takes place in a marquee in the grounds of Pooles Cavern and Country Park. Special rates are available for school parties
Location: Pooles Cavern and Country Park
Time(s): 7:30am - 8:45pm		Contact tel: 07532 014476
Cost: Adults £7. Concessions £6. Children £4.
Website: www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/booking

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Stone Carving Weekend - Hardwick

Fri 10 July 2009 to Sat 11 July 2009
Join one of our stonemasons as he shares his skills and teaches the techniques of traditional stone carving to create a decorative piece to take home.
Organiser: National Trust
Location: Hardwick Hall
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:00pm		Contact tel: 01246 850430
Cost: £120
Email: hardwickhall@nationaltrust.org.ukWebsite: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-hardwickhall

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Lucrezia Borgia by Gaetano Donizetti - Buxton

Fri 10 July 2009
Following their award-winning success with Roberto Devereux, Stephen Medcalf and Andrew Greenwood reunite an outstanding team and cast led by the sensational Mary Plazas. An opera seria in a prologue and two acts, Lucretia Borgia by Gaetano Donizetti is a story of Poison, incest and revenge that drive this powerful melodrama to its tragic conclusion.
Organiser: Buxton Opera House
Location: Buxton Opera House
Time(s): 7:15pm		Contact tel: 08451 272190
Cost: £7 to £49
Email: boxoffice@boh.org.ukWebsite: buxtonoperahouse.org.uk

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Jazz and Voices - Bakewell

Sat 11 July 2009
Jazz and Voices with the Bob Hudson Trio, Amanda Kornas on piano, Richard Barnes conducting.

Free transport from some local villages.

Tickets available from Bakewell Bookshop or on the door.

Organiser: Vera Johnson
Location: Lady Manners School
Time(s): 7:30pm		Contact tel: 01629 584941
Cost: £10

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Opera Workshop - Buxton

Sat 11 July 2009
Wyn Davies, taking time off from Véronique, presents an informal opera workshop with members of the Festival Company, asking the unvoiced question that's often on an opera singer's mind, with illustrations taken from popular opera repertoire.
Organiser: Buxton Opera House
Location: Palace Hotel, Buxton
Time(s): 1:00pm - 2:00pm		Contact tel: 08451 272190
Website: www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk

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Bizet, Faure and Brahms - Wirksworth

Sat 11 July 2009
Concert of works by Bizet, Faure & Brahms performed by Derby Concert Orchestra.
Location: St. Mary’s Church, Wirksworth
Time(s): 7:00pm		Contact tel:

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Music for a Summers Evening - Parwich

Sat 11 July 2009
Classical music played by De Parys Trio. Music by Piazzolla, Faure, Donizetti, Bach, Shostakovich, Villa-Lobos and Jazz standards.
Eric Hill - Classical Guitar
Jill Hughes - Flute
Martin Hughes - Violin

Funds in aid of the Church Restoration

Tickets available on the door or from Natural Choice, Ashbourne
Organiser: Martin Cooper
Location: Parwich
Time(s): 7:30pm		Contact tel: 01335 390529
Cost: Adults £7.50, Conc £5, Child £1
Website: www.ashbournechurches.org/concert.htm

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Musical Extravaganza - Matlock

Sat 11 July 2009
Highfields School Association presents a musical extravagnaza on four stages featuring live rock, classical, pop, folk & metal music.
Real Ale Bar.
Location: Highfields School
Time(s): 5:30pm - 10:30pm		Contact tel:
Cost: £4 adults, £2.50 students, £10 family ticket

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Pilsley Village Fete

Sat 11 July 2009
Pilsley Village Fete-stalls, games, and fun for all the family. Part of the well dressing, there will be a parade at 1.45pm leading to the village green.

Organiser: Mr Bradshaw
Location: Pilsley
Time(s): 1:45pm onwards		Contact tel: 01246 582421
Cost: Small admission charge
Email: raybradshaw@onetell.com

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Ranger Walk - Bakewell and the Old Saxon Portway

Sat 11 July 2009
7 mile easy walk looking at some of the early buildings in Bakewell and the Queen Anne Guide Stoop. Links to bus services and suitable for families.

Organiser: Ranger Service
Location: Bakewell Tourist Information Centre
Time(s): 10:30am - 3:30pm		Contact tel: Bakewell Tourist Inf

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