What's On Guide Autumn Winter 2015/16 by South Derbyshire District Council

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Autumn & Winter 2015/16

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Welcome... to the Autumn & Winter edition of What’s On in South Derbyshire and The National Forest Amid rolling English countryside dotted with picturesque villages you will find so much to enjoy; from historic houses and gardens, to meandering rivers and canals, to archery and snowboarding. All set in the heart of The National Forest, Britain’s most ambitious environmental project. Linking the ancient forests of Needwood and Charnwood, more than eight million trees have already been planted. The woodland is being created on a scale not seen for more than a thousand years, creating stunning landscapes and wildlife habitats. Come and enjoy it this season.

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A Bumper Christmas in South Derbyshireâ&#x20AC;Ś Ice Rink Grand Opening at Planters at Bretby 14 & 15 November Sharpeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas Craft Fair 27 November Swadlincote Christmas Lights Switch On 27 November Santa Fun Run at Rosliston Forestry Centre 5 December Twinkle, Twinkle Christmas Star at Calke Abbey 5,6,12,13,19,20 December Christmas Brass & Voices at Swadlincote Catholic Church 20 December Family NYE Party at Swadlincote Ski Centre 31 December

Autumn & Winter

Highlights... Bursting with Autumn colour and Winter thrills, there is a great line-up of seasonal events to look forward to in South Derbyshire… Guess ‘whodunit?’ in a murder mystery at Sharpe’s Pottery or ‘He Wore a Red Hat’ at Melbourne Assembly Rooms. Celebrate Guy Fawkes Night with fireworks and bonfires in villages across the area. Strike the right note with an introduction to bell ringing at Sharpe’s Pottery, Bassoonery! with the South Derbyshire Music Centre or djembe drumming with South Derbyshire Community Drummers. Revel in a live performance of Oliver Twist at Melbourne Assembly Rooms or The Nutcracker broadcast from The Royal Ballet - just one of the special showings at the Odeon in Swadlincote. Uncover local history with talks on T.G. Green & Co at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum or shopping in Burton with Willington History Group. Learn about Indian cooking at Seasoned Cookery School or vegetable growing at Ticknall Garden Club. Pay tribute to the stars with The 1D Experience, Gary Barlow and The Blues Brothers at Melbourne Assembly Rooms. Enjoy the great outdoors on screen and on foot, including the wildlife filmmaking of Chris Hollis and numerous walks throughout The National Forest. Get set for the Swadlincote Pancake Races on Shrove Tuesday – all in aid of Sport Relief – take part or come along and watch.

November

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What’s On

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Sun 1 Nov, 10am - 11am

Sun 1 Nov, 11am - 4pm

Nordic Walking

Vintage & Handmade Fair

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Walking, only smarter! Burn up to 40% more calories during your walk! This taster session will introduce you to the basics of Nordic Walking and will be led by a qualified Nordic Walking instructor.

Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £1.50 if using your own poles, £3 with pole hire. Booking essential.

Sun 1 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Curly Magpie are holding their Vintage & Handmade Fair in the beautiful Riding School building within the grounds of the stunning National Trust property of Calke Abbey. Over 30 stalls of unique vintage fashion, memorabilia, antiques, retro homewares, handmade crafts and live vintage style music.

Email: info@curlymagpie.co.uk www.curlymagpie.co.uk Price: Parkland admission charges apply - Adults £3.20, Children £1.60 - National Trust Members FREE

Sun 1 Nov, 11am - 5pm

Seasoned Cookery School Contemporary Indian Course

Winter Open Day

Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: Please telephone for details and to book a place.

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

Join us for an amazing journey into contemporary Indian cooking with expert chef Sudha Shankar Saha; this is the perfect cooking course for cooks who would like to recreate Indian fine dining dishes in their own kitchens to impress friends and family.

Sun 1 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Children’s Weekend Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

A weekend of fun for children and the whole family, there’ll be plenty of children’s games and activities taking place plus a bouncy castle, free goody bags, competitions and prizes to be won. Tel: 01283 703355 Email: events@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersatbretby.com Price: FREE

Free

Get ready for your winter holiday! Try a 45 minute ski or snowboard taster lesson for just £5 per person; Tobogganing just £1 per ride, Sno-Tubing just £4 per 30 minute session, Viper Slides £1.50 per 2 slides and Ski or Snowboard Open Practice just £5 per hour - a great family day out.

6 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Fri 6 Nov, 6pm

Watch great football in South Derbyshire

Half Price Friday at Swadlincote Ski Centre

Come along and support the ‘Moatmen’ and see Elvis Gresley in action!

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Take advantage of half price Toboggan Rides and half price Open Practice Ski & Snowboard every Friday from 6pm, fun for all ages of the family.

November Saturday 7th – Daventry Town Saturday 28th – Market Drayton Town December Saturday 12th – Tividale Saturday 26th – Coalville Town

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk

January Saturday 2nd – Kidsgrove Athletic Saturday 16th – Rugby Town Saturday 30th – Goole AFC

Sat 7 Nov, 10am – 12noon

Talk – Have A Go at Bell Ringing

February Saturday 6th – Romulus Saturday 20th – Lincoln United

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Moat Ground, Moat Street, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9RE Phone: 01283 216315 Email: info@gresleyfc.com Web: www.gresleyfc.com Prices: Adults £8, concessions £5 Under 13’s (with full paying adult) £1

Mon 2 Nov - Wed 23 Dec, 10am - 4pm

Featured Artist - Magpie Jewellery Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Exhibition of exquisite handmade and semiprecious gemstone and dress jewellery by Tammy Taylor from Magpie Jewellery in the Museum Shop. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: FREE entry.

Free

Thu 5 & Fri 6 Nov, 9.30am

Introductory Bushcraft Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold, DE73 8BJ

Enjoy a great day grasping the basics of Bushcraft from one of the longest established schools in the UK; to include effective shelter construction, efficient fire lighting, successful friction fire lighting plus string making and much more. Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £85 per person.

Sharpe’s are hosting an interactive talk and demonstration of bell ringing, there will even be a 12ft high bell tower erected in the kiln! Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk. Price: £5 per person to include light refreshment.

Sat 7 & Sun 8 Nov, 10am

Food & Drink Fair at Bretby Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

You are invited to a taste bud tingling weekend - enjoy the very best in local produce, wine and food tastings, the finest cheeses, chocolates, cakes and so much more. There is a cafe on site plus the children’s indoor play area. Tel: 01283 703355 Email: events@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersatbretby.com Price: FREE entry & parking.

Free

Sun 8 Nov, 6.30pm – 7.30pm

‘Pop Up’ Wildlife Cinema Experience Willington Village Hall, Twyford Road, DE65 6DE

Do you like watching wildlife documentaries on TV? If the answer is yes! then read on. Wildlife filmmaker and photographer Chris Hollis, presents a series of films captured in Britain and Europe. They are packed with fabulous wildlife and stunning landscapes, so there’s something for all tastes. Email: skua2@hotmail.co.uk www.wild-scape.co.uk Price: £3 per person.

Mon 9 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Seasoned Cookery School - Indian Cookery Course Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Join our excellent Indian chef, Rayeesa, to learn and create authentic Indian dishes that you can impress friends and family with at home. Perfect for people who enjoy eating Indian food and want to create it themselves from scratch, without relying on shop bought pastes and sauces. Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: Please telephone for details.

Tue 10 Nov, 7.30pm - 9pm

Ticknall Garden Club Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Return visit of popular speaker David Thornton, a vegetable judge and prize winner, who will be speaking about fertilizers. Tel: 01283 532161 www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3

the national forest

walking festival 14th - 26th MAY 2016 Guided and themed walks Beautiful places to explore Walks for all ages and abilities to enjoy Places to stay from B&B’s to Forest Lodges

www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk

8 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic Thu 12 Nov, 10.30am

7 Mile Walk - Heart of The National Forest Overseal Village Car Park, DE12 6LU

You can appreciate the landscape change in The Heart of The National Forest with a visit to Boothorpe, Moira and the restored Ashby Canal. Mixed surface terrain, woodland and field paths. Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Price: £2 per person.

Thu 12 Nov, 7.30pm

Willington History Group Illustrated Talk

Sat 14 Nov, 9am – 3pm (Valuations 10am to 1pm)

Swadlincote Antique, Collectables & Vintage Fair In association with Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers

The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AD

Browse antique, collectable and vintage stalls and shops around the town centre. Get your heirlooms valued by Charles Hanson himself off of Bargain Hunt of Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers at Swadlincote Town Hall 10am – 1pm Tel: 01283 222848 Price: FREE entry & parking. £1 donation per valuation.

Free

Sat 14 & Sun 15 Nov, 10am

Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Ice Rink Grand Opening at Bretby

Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3 to include refreshments. All welcome!

Enjoy a REAL ice rink, with some amazing skating offers to celebrate Planters at Bretby’s first year hosting an ice rink which is located under cover in the plant area - skate under the stars or winter wonderland at this Grand Opening event.

The subject is “Derby’s Whitechapel” by guest speaker Jane Whitaker. A history of Walker Lane, Derby’s largest Victorian slum and “a place of vice and misery, poverty and wretchedness!”

Fri 13 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Seasoned Cookery School Stocks and Sauces Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Great stocks and sauces can transform almost any dish. On this course you will learn the secrets behind sauce making and how to recreate this at home. This course is perfect for keen cooks who want to enhance their cooking by producing their own sauces and making their own stocks. Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: Please telephone for details and to book your place.

Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

Tel: 01283 703355 Email: events@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersatbretby.com Price: Please telephone for details.

Sat 14 Nov, 10.30am & 1.30pm

Christmas Glass Making Workshop Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join Angela Thompson for a glass making workshop. You can create your own decorations and gifts which will be fired and returned to the Museum for collection. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £15

Sat 14 Nov, 2.30pm - 4pm

South Derbyshire Community Drummers Dance & Music Centre, The Delph, Swadlincote, DE11 0AG

Djembe drumming sessions for adults (16yrs +). Learn how to play the djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary and there are plenty of drums available for use at the session; fun for all ages. Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £3.50 per person.

Shop local... Swadlincote Market Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9am - 4pm HIGH STREET, SWADLINCOTE, DE11 8JE

Award-winning traditional town variety and value for money. Stalls available. Discounted fees and business advice available to new start traders. For more details 07879 276243 or email simon.wardle@virgin.net

Sat 14 Nov, 8pm

Live and Local: Blair Dunlop Singer - Songwriter and Guitarist Milton Village Hall, Main Street, DE65 6EF

This hugely talented singer and guitarist and Radio 2 Folk Award winner will perform songs from his albums Blight & Blosson and House of Jacks, plus more material. He’s a rising star so catch him while you can! A licenced bar will be available. Tel: 01283 703075 Email: contact@miltonmatters.org.uk www.miltonmatters.org.uk Price: £12. Booking essential.

Tue 17 Nov, 7.30pm

‘Almshouses’ Talk Frank Wickham Hall, Portland Street, Etwall, DE65 6JF

Join Etwall and Burnaston Local History Society for this talk with guest speaker Anna Hallett. Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.kerby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Price: £3 - Ticket only.

Tue 17 Nov, 7.30pm – 8.45pm

Folk Tales & Festivities Talk Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove, DE65 6GR

Join Repton Village History Group for a talk by guest speaker Richard Stone. Tel: 01283 702448 Email: rvhg@reptonvillage.org.uk www.reptonvillage.org.uk Price: £3 to include refreshments.

Fri 20 Nov, 7pm

He Wore a Red Hat Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8FG

A quirky-funny, village-set, festive comedy, full of twists, turns and sleuthful surprises with would-be poet Josh Rogan. This is part of the Live and Local show programme. Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.liveandlocal.org.uk Price: Standard £8.50; Under 18yrs/Student/Over 65yrs £6.50

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Tue 24 Nov, 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Christmas Craft & Gift Fair

Bear-faced Bassoonery!

Swarkestone Nursery, DE73 7GQ

South Derbyshire Music Centre, William Allitt School, Newhall, DE11 0TL

Annual Christmas Fair with over 50 local crafts people including jewellers, chocolatiers, bakers, artists plus a Prosecco Bar and lots more interesting and varied traders. Brass band music will be taking place throughout the weekend. Tel: 01332 700800 Email: admin@swarkestonenursery.co.uk www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk Price: FREE

Free

Sat 21 & Sun 22 Nov, 10am

Christmas Gift Fair at Bretby Planters at Bretby, Bretby Lane, DE15 0QS

You are invited to meet local crafters of gifts, cards, decorations and much more at this Christmas Fair, plenty of ideas for gifts to suit all ages of family and friends. Tel: 01283 703355 Email: events@plantersatbretby.com www.plantersatbretby.com Price: FREE entry.

Free

Sat 21 Nov, 7pm

Old Time Music Hall Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8FG

Celebrate bygone days and the golden years of the music hall with “Thanks for the Memory”. Dress as you like but Victorian outfits welcomed. Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk and www.ticketsource.co.uk Price: £8

Take this opportunity for any child or young person from Y5 to Y12, to learn a little more about the bassoon, to try the instrument and to hear about free instruments and lessons which may be available. Parents are also invited to join South Derbyshire Music Centre for this evening. Please contact to book your place. Tel: 01283 762502 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.southderbyshiremusic.org Price: FREE

Free

Thu 26 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Seasoned Cookery School South Indian Cookery Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

On this one-day South Indian cookery course you will learn how to make delicious, authentic dishes. This is the perfect cookery course for those who are looking to expand their Indian culinary repertoire. Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: Please telephone for details and to book.

Thu 26 Nov, 9am – 2pm

Swadlincote Farmers’ Market The Delph Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AD

Join the build-up to Swadlincote’s big Switch-On celebrations the following evening. Come and get in the festive mood with free hot soup, Christmas tunes and a chance to win a bumper Christmas hamper. Plus all the usual offerings of the finest food and drink from across The National Forest and beyond.

Tel: 01283 222848 Email: gail.archer@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk Free Price: FREE entry & parking.

Swadlincote Christmas Lights

Free

Switch On And fireworks display

Friday 27 November, From 5pm onwards A fun-filled family evening on The Delph culminating in the switch-on of the town’s Christmas Lights and a spectacular Firework Display. Fri 27 Nov, 10am - 8pm

Fri 27 Nov, 3.30pm

Sharpe’s Christmas Fair

Swadlincote Lights Switch on at the Ski Centre

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

The Museum will be helping to celebrate the Swadlincote Christmas Lights Switch On with a craft fair, mulled wine, food and gifts – watch the firework spectacular from our courtyard. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: FREE entry.

Free

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Enjoy seeing Santa ski down the slope in a torch lit descent, visit him in his Grotto - FREE gift for the first 120 children. Snacks will be available plus make the most of the spectacular view from the balcony and outside area to see the fireworks lighting up Swadlincote Town Centre. No booking required. Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: FREE entry.

The fairground will be open from Friday through to Saturday evening. On the stage choirs and live music performances by local schools and groups from 11am – 5pm; Touch FM will be broadcasting live from 2pm with entertainment from 5pm with Mark O’Sullivan plus special guests. Swadlincote Lions will once again be serving mulled wine on Belmont Street on Friday 27th November. The Rotary Club of Swadlincote will have a special Santa’s grotto for children in the HSBC car park on both Friday 27th from 5pm onwards and Saturday 28th from 10am – 3pm. Don’t forget – there is also a Farmers’ Market on Thursday 26th November, 9am – 2pm, The Delph, Swadlincote.

Free

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Sun 29 Nov, 10am - 4pm

Christmas Flowers Demonstration

Seasoned Cookery School Chocolate Course

Netherseal Village Hall, DE12 8BZ

An evening of floral demonstrations by Lee Berrill (NAFAS demonstrator). Whilst entertaining with his humorous commentary, Lee will use his unique skill with flowers to make various wonderful arrangements; these will be raffled at the end of the evening. Tel: 01827 373907 Email: anne.taylor002@gmail.com Price: £6 to include light refreshment.

Sat 28 Nov, 9am

Christmas Trees Sales Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX

Real Christmas trees go on sale at Rosliston Forestry Centre, so get into the Christmas spirit and come along to choose your tree, it’s a family activity! Tel: 01283 563483 Email: enquiries@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk

Sat 28 Nov, 10am - 3pm

An Edwardian Christmas - Floral Workshop Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Get into the Christmas spirit at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum and take home an individual uniquely created floral piece. A demonstration and guidance will be provided.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price £20 per person including lunch and refreshments on arrival. This does not include materials.

Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Join master chocolatier Barry Collenso, creator of the 2011 Royal chocolate wedding cake, for a one day chocolate course. This is the perfect chocolate course for those who want to make their own chocolates for friends and family or want to add a new skill to their baking repertoire. Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: £165 per person.

Sun 29 Nov, 6.30pm – 7.30pm

‘Pop Up’ Wildlife Cinema Experience Oakland Village, Hall Farm Road, Swadlincote, DE11 8ND

Do you like watching wildlife documentaries on TV? If the answer is yes! then read on. Wildlife filmmaker and photographer Chris Hollis, presents a series of films captured in Britain and Europe. They are packed with fabulous wildlife and stunning landscapes, so there’s something for all tastes. Tel: 07876 276629 Email: skua2@hotmail.co.uk www.wild-scape.co.uk Price: £3

Mon 30 Nov, 7.30pm - 9pm

Melbourne Civic Society Talk Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

You are invited to a talk on the Willington Gravel Pit Reserve given by guest speaker Richard Spowage to be followed by a Social Evening. Tel: 01332 865760 www.melbournecivicsociety.org.uk Price: £2 per person.

December 16 visit www.south-derbys.gov.uk/swadlincotetic

What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Tues 1 - Wed 23 Dec, 10am - 4pm

Fri 4 & Sat 5 Dec, 9.30am

Featured Artist - Magpie Jewellery

Introductory Bushcraft

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, 23 West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold, DE73 8BJ

Exhibition of exquisite handmade, semiprecious gemstone and dress jewellery by Tammy Taylor from Magpie Jewellery in the Museum shop. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Free Entry.

Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £85 per person.

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Sat 5 & Sun 6 Dec, 11am

Seasoned Cookery School Christmas Baking

Christmas Craft Show Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Calke will be hosting a craft show in the Riding School, featuring fine crafts and unique Christmas gifts for your family and friends.

Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, Swadlincote, DE12 8LN

Learn how to create delicious festive bakes with 2012 Great British Bake Off finalist, Brendan Lynch. This is the perfect baking course for budding bakers who want to learn new festive bakes to wow friends and family at Christmas time.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Normal Parkland admission applies.

Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: Please telephone for price.

Sat 5 & Sun 6 Dec, 12noon – 6.30pm

Twinkle, Twinkle Christmas Star Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Your chance to experience a starlit Christmas at Calke Abbey, explore the house and follow the star trail up to the candlelit church. When darkness falls experience Calke in all its Christmas starlit glory as this unique property is illuminated against the parkland setting. Visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto; enjoy some children’s crafts in the stables. Last entry to the trail at 6pm; last entry to Father Christmas Grotto at 5.30pm.

Sat 5 Dec, 10am

Santa Fun Run Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX

Come and get in the Christmas spirit with a festive 2 mile Fun Run around Rosliston Forestry Centre. Dress up as Santa and run, jog, walk, stroll or roll your way around the course. Tel: 01283 595873 www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Prices: £5 per adult, £1 per child.

Sat 5 Dec, 10am - 4pm

Trains in the Kiln by The Magic Attic Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, 23 West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Sat 5 Dec, 2.30pm - 4pm

South Derbyshire Community Drummers

Sodor visits Swadlincote! Magic Attic presents a model track in Sharpe’s kiln to represent The Swadlincote Loop with photos of local history, the potteries and the pits. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: Free Entry.

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Adults £3.50; Child £2; Family £11 Father Christmas Grotto (includes gift) £4.50

Dance & Music Centre, The Delph, Swadlincote, DE11 0AG

Free

Djembe drumming sessions for adults (16yrs +). Learn how to play the djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary. There are plenty of drums available for use at the session; fun for all ages. Tel: 01283 225741 Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £3.50 per person.

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Sun 6 Dec, 6.30pm – 7.30pm

Christmas Umpah Night

‘Pop Up’ Wildlife Cinema Experience

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Willington Village Hall, Twyford Road, DE65 6DE

Enjoy a delicious festive three course meal in the warmth of the ‘Alpine Lodge’ restaurant and bar. Then experience the fun and games with the lively ‘Karl’s Bavarian Brass’ Umpah Band with audience participation, roaring party atmosphere, foot stomping and thigh slapping drinking songs, it all makes for a very entertaining evening! Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £22.50 per person excluding drinks.

Sun 6 Dec, 2pm

Handel’s Messiah - by Swadlincote Messiah Choral Society Hill Street Baptist Church, Swadlincote, DE11 8HL

Enjoy this 112th performance with professional soloists, choir and orchestra of approximately 85 people plus Musical Director - Julian Baker and Organist Stephen Mansfield.

Do you like watching wildlife documentaries on TV? If the answer is yes! read on. Wildlife filmmaker and photographer Chris Hollis, presents a series of films captured in Britain and Europe. They are packed with fabulous wildlife and stunning landscapes, so there’s something for all tastes. Tel: 07876 276629 Email: skua2@hotmail.co.uk www.wild-scape.co.uk Price: £3 per person.

Tue 8 Dec, 7.30pm - 9pm

Ticknall Garden Club Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Talk by Judy and Graham White about the mishaps in creating a show garden. Tel: 01283 532161 www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3

Tel: 01530 588450 Email: m-banton@hotmail.co.uk Price: £8.50 by programme - pay on the door.

Sun 6 Dec, 2pm

The 1D Experience Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8FG

Recreate the magic and atmosphere of One Direction, the biggest boy band in the world with Europe’s best tribute to Niall, Louis, Zayn, Harry and Liam; featuring all the hits and high energy dancing of a One Direction show. Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Tickets also from www.ticketsource.co.uk Price: £10

The Delph

Swadlincote Town Centre Swadlincote’s market place is available for events, promotions and performances. There is no charge for use by community/charitable organisations. For further information and bookings: 01283 595782 or culturalservices@south-derbys.gov.uk

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Fri 11 & Sat 12 Dec, 7pm

5 Mile Walk - Repton, Milton & Twyford Ferry

Christmas Umpah Night Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Repton Church, Repton Cross, DE65 6FH

Follow in the footsteps of the ‘Danes’ - visit an ancient river crossing and Foremarke Church where little has changed since its construction and enjoy panoramic views over the Trent Valley. No dogs allowed on this walk, please bring a drink and a snack, 8 stiles on route.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/environmentaleducation Price: £2 per person.

Thu 10 Dec, 7.30pm

Willington History Group Illustrated Talk

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: g.whetton@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £22.50 per person excluding drinks.

Sat 12 Dec, 10.30am - 3pm

Santa in the Kiln

Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Display of archives, plus a light-hearted Christmas Quiz and ‘‘Family History Surprises’’ followed by mince pies! All welcome! Price: £3 to include refreshments.

Fri 11 Dec, 9am – 4pm

Swadlincote Christmas Market The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AD

The Town will be filled with a Christmas parade of stalls featuring the best of the Traditional and Farmers’ Market, plus children’s fairground rides, the Rotary’s Santa’s Grotto and carol singing with Sing4Pleasure. There will also be a chance to win a unique Christmas cake. Tel: 01283 222848 Email: tic@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk Price: FREE entry & FREE parking in Swadlincote.

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come along and meet Santa in the Kiln, join in the Christmas fun, help decorate the Christmas tree, make a bag of reindeer food and enjoy the seasonal activities. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £5 per child (under 2yrs £1.50 if not taking part in craft activity). Booking essential.

Sat 12 & Sun 13 Dec, 11am

Christmas Craft Show at Calke Abbey Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Calke will be hosting a craft show in the Riding School, featuring fine crafts and unique Christmas gifts for your family and friends. Free

Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Normal Parkland admission applies.

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Sat 12 Dec, 2pm - 3pm

Twinkle, Twinkle Christmas Star

Mince Pie and Mulled Wine Walk

Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX

Your chance to experience a starlit Christmas at Calke Abbey. Explore the house and follow the star trail up to the candlelit church. When darkness falls experience Calke in all its Christmas starlit glory as this unique property is illuminated against the parkland setting. Visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto and enjoy some children’s crafts in the stables. Last entry to the trail at 6pm; last entry to Father Christmas Grotto at 5.30pm. Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Adults £3.50; Child £2; Family £11 Father Christmas Grotto (includes gift) £4.50

Come and be merry! Enjoy a bracing walk around the Centre, finished off with a warming drink and mince pie, meet at 1.45pm for 2pm start in the foyer. Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £3.50 – to include mince pie and drink.

Sat 12 Dec, 2pm - 5pm

Festive Book Folding Workshop Vintage Pink Gift Shop/Tearooms, Foresters, Main Street, Scropton, DE65 5PP

Come and join us for a friendly craft workshop with Alyson from Alycraft Book Folds who will demonstrate the art of book-folding. You will then create your own book fold with our choice of reindeer/stag or star bauble design. The finished book fold would make a fabulous Christmas decorative piece or a unique gift! Tel: 01332 460160 Email: louise@vintagepinkonline.co.uk www.vintagepinkonline.co.uk/54-workshops Price: £20 per person

Fri 18 & Sat 19 Dec, 7pm

Christmas Umpah Night Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Find out about places to relax, shop, eat and visit in Melbourne Promote Melbourne business association aims to support the business community in Melbourne and to provide a vibrant, flourishing, welcoming destination for shoppers. @PromoteMelbourne www.promotemelbourne.co.uk

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Sat 19 Dec, 7pm - 11pm

The Blues Brothers

Murder Mystery Christmas Special

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8FG

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk; Tickets also from www.ticketsource.co.uk Price: £8

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £25. Booking essential.

Live musicians and singers with all the classic hits from the film and much more, doors open at 7pm, on stage 7.30pm.

Sat 19 & Sun 20 Dec, 12noon – 6.30pm

Twinkle, Twinkle Christmas Star Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Fired Up Theatre presents an evening of murder, mystery and intrigue at the Museum. Ticket price includes a three course meal and a licensed bar is available.

Sun 20 Dec, 11am - 4pm

Christmas Fine Food Fair Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Local food producers provide delicious food & drink to taste and buy in the Riding School. Produce on offer is grown, raised or baked within a 30 mile radius of Calke. Live cooking demonstrations from the Calke chefs. All of this with the added attraction of taking a stroll in the fantastic parkland of this historic rural setting. Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: Normal Parkland admission applies.

Sat 19 Dec, 7pm

Gourmet Evening at Calke Abbey Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Enjoy a seven course festive feast in the restaurant cooked with local produce by the Calke chefs. A special wine list with wines to suit each course will be available to purchase by the glass or bottle. Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: £35 per person. Booking essential.

Swadlincote ODEON Senior Cinema

Silver Cinema is a season of films for fans over the age of 55. It allows guests to relax and enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits when they arrive, which gives you more time to unwind and catch up with friends before the film starts. Why not make the most of these great value screenings with tickets starting from just £3. Sit back and enjoy some of the best new releases. You can now also pre-book your tickets up to four weeks in advance, which gives you plenty of time to plan what you want to watch to make sure you don’t miss out on the latest films on offer.

For further information ring 01283 559 060 or go to www.odeon.co.uk

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Mon 21 Dec, 6pm – 8.30pm

Christmas Brass and Voices

Children’s Christmas Party!

Swadlincote Catholic Church, Newhall, DE11 0BD

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

A sumptuous feast of music presented by the Seal Brass Quintet and Cantabile Choir, together with seasonal readings; following the afternoon concert, mulled wine and mince pies will be served. Tel: 01283 762502 Email: coordsdmc@hotmail.co.uk www.southderbyshiremusic.org Price: Adults £8; Children £4.

Mon 21 & Tue 22 Dec, 10.30am - 3pm

Santa in the Kiln Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come along and meet Santa in the Kiln, join in the Christmas fun, help decorate the Christmas tree, make a bag of reindeer food and enjoy the seasonal activities.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £5 per child (under 2yrs £1.50 if not taking part in craft activity). Booking essential.

Mon 21 - Thu 24 Dec, 11am - 5pm

Christmas Holiday Ski & Snowboard Activities Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Christmas holiday activities at the Ski Centre are 2 ski or snowboard lessons, toboggan rides, sno-tubing, viper slides plus a hot lunch ... all for £26 per day. Ski days are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays with snowboard days on Tuesdays and Thursdays - so take your pick! Activities are for 8yrs +, parents are welcome to book on with their children. Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £26 per person. Booking essential.

Party games, party dances, free face painting and a gift from Santa! We have a great disco area and a discounted snacks menu.

Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £5 per child; £1 per adult. Booking essential.

Mon 28 - Thu 31 Dec, 11am - 5pm

Christmas Holiday Ski & Snowboard Activities Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

After Christmas holiday activities at the Ski Centre are 2 ski or snowboard lessons, toboggan rides, sno-tubing, viper slides plus a hot lunch ... all for £26 per day. Ski days are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays with snowboard days on Tuesdays and Thursdays - so take your pick! Activities are for 8yrs +, parents are welcome to book on with their children. Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £26 per person. Booking essential.

Thu 31 Dec, 7pm - 1am

Family New Year’s Eve Party Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

New Year’s fun with family entertainment from ‘Big fat quiz of the year’ to party dances! Plus a hot and cold buffet and free celebratory drinks at midnight! Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: Adults £20; Children £15 Babies under 2years FOC.

Healthy New Year For details of lots of physical activity and sporting activities in your local area visit www.healthiersouthderbyshire.org

Our golf centre is a friendly environment open to everyone from regular golfers to complete first timers Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on offer A 15 bay floodlight golf range to learn or practice Golf lessons for all ages and abilities Events for all occasions including corporate hire, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parties and stag and hen celebrations Open 7 days a week Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm; Sat & Sun 9am to 7pm

To find out more visit our website www.swadlincotegolfcentre.com or you can contact us by telephoning 01283 229 839 or email swadlincote@n1golf.com

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What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Sun 3 Jan, 1.45pm - 3pm

Sat 9 Jan, 2.30pm - 4pm

New Year’s Resolution Walk

South Derbyshire Community Drummers

Calke Abbey Main Car Park, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Walk off a few Christmas pounds and start the year as you mean to go on! Join us in partnership with The National Trust for a winter walk through Calke Abbey’s wonderful parkland. Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £1

Thu 7 Jan, 10am

7 Mile Walk - Grangewood & Linton Heath Overseal Church, DE12 6LQ

A walk of heritage interest to visit Grangewood and recent landscape restoration, half of the route is on The National Forest Way, returning via Top Wood and the colliery cottages of Linton Heath. No dogs allowed on this walk, 6 stiles on route. Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/environmentaleducation Price: £2 per person.

Dance & Music Centre, The Delph, Swadlincote, DE11 0AG

Djembe drumming sessions for adults (16yrs +). Learn how to play the djembe in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, no experience necessary and there are plenty of drums available for use at the session; fun for all ages. Tel: 01283 225741 Dance & Music Centre Email: nikki@tribalvibes.net www.tribalvibes.net Price: £3.50 per person.

Tue 12 Jan, 7.30pm - 9pm

Ticknall Garden Club Talk Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

Words of wisdom from guest speaker Bob Brown, a nurseryman, with years of experience at Cotswold Garden Plants of Evesham. Tel: 01283 532161 www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3

Thu 14 Jan, 7.30pm

Willington History Group Talk Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

“The Origins of Picture Postcards’’ by Richard Farman, the expert on the history of stamps, postcards etc. Postcards for a penny and multiple deliveries each day! Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Admission: £3 to include refreshments.

Fri 15 & Sat 16, 10am - 4pm

Seasoned Cookery School - Game Cookery Course Catton Estate, Walton on Trent, DE12 8LN

Learn how to cook locally sourced game with former River Cottage head chef, Tim Maddams, on this one day game cookery course. This course is a fun day of tastings and demonstrations as well as being a great way of meeting others who share your passion. Tel: 01283 810275 Email: info@seasonedcourses.com www.seasonedcourses.com Price: £165 per person.

Sat 16 & Sun 17 Jan, 9.30am

Introductory Bushcraft Spring Wood Nature Reserve, Staunton Harold, DE73 8BJ

Spend a great day grasping the basics of Bushcraft from one of the longest established schools in the UK; to include effective shelter construction, efficient fire lighting, successful friction fire lighting plus string making and much more. Tel: 07736 225035 Email: dave@woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com www.woodlandsurvivalcrafts.com Price: £85 per person.

Sat 16 Jan, 10am - 12noon

Introduction to T.G. Green & Co Ltd Talk Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

The first in a series of talks about the local iconic T.G. Green & Co Ltd pottery factory which was established in 1864, with guest speaker Dr. Iain Hambling, Historian and Archivist. Book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £5 per person to include tea/coffee and cake.

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Mon 25 Jan, 7.30pm - 9pm

‘My Olympic Dream’ Talk

St. Pancras Station Talk

Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, Etwall, DE65 6HX

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join Etwall and Burnaston Local History Society for this talk by guest speaker Chris Knight. Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.derby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Price: £3

Tue 19 Jan, 7.30pm – 8.45pm

Repton Village History Group Monthly Talk Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GR

Talk by Shirley Horton entitled “Just another one for the road - part II’’. Tel: 01283 702448 Email: rvhg@reptonvillage.org.uk www.reptonvillage.org.uk Price: £3 to include light refreshments.

Thu 21 Jan, 12noon – 2pm

Lecture Lunch - Fear of Flu Calke Abbey, Ticknall, DE73 7LE

Guest speaker, Dale Jackson, will lead a talk about how illness impacted on the HarpurCrewe estate at Calke and how their selfimposed isolation may well have been good for their health! Enjoy a two course lunch after this one hour talk. Tel: 01332 863822 Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk Price: £20 per person. Booking essential.

Sat 23 Jan, 10am – 12.30pm

Patchwork Workshop Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Come along and join Sarah from ‘Ollie Bobs’ to learn the skill of patch working; make a small sample to take home and get you started on larger projects.

Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £15 per person to include materials, tea/coffee and cake. Booking essential.

Join Melbourne Civic Society for a talk on St. Pancras Station with guest speaker Mike Higginbottom – the history and restoration of an historic railway station. Tel: 01332 865760 www.melbournecivicsociety.org.uk Price: £2

Wed 27 Jan, 12.30pm

Free Guided Tour of Sharpe’s Pottery Museum Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West St. Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join our Volunteer Guide for this tour of the Museum, learning all about the history and heritage of the site and local community. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: FREE

Free

Sun 31 Jan, 6.30pm – 7.30pm

‘Pop Up’ Wildlife Cinema Experience Oakland Village, Hall Farm Road, Swadlincote, DE11 8ND

Join in and cheer us on! Teams of four people can enter the Pancake Relay Races. You can be from a business, organisation or just a group of friends. Company or organisation mascots can enter the Mascot Race â&#x20AC;&#x201C; come along and promote your business. ÂŁ4 entry per team. All proceeds going to Comic Relief. Winners receive trophies and medals. Fancy dress and corporate wear are welcome.

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What’s On

in South Derbyshire and The National Forest

Sat 6 Feb, 10am - 12noon

Tue 9 Feb, 7.30pm - 9pm

The Arts & Crafts Movement & Stoneywell Talk

Ticknall Garden Club Talk

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Join the guest speaker from National Trust Stoneywell for this insight into the Arts and Crafts movement that influenced the owners of the property which has recently been opened for the public to visit. Tel: 01283 222600 Email: info@sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk Price: £5 per person to include tea/coffee and cake. Booking recommended.

Sat 6 Feb, 7pm

Gary Barlow Tribute Night Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8FG

Award winning tribute to the genius behind ‘Take That’ featuring all the band and solo hits. Tel: 01332 863522 Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: £8

Sun 7 & Mon 8 Feb, 10am

Painting on Vellum - 2 Day Course White Hollow Studio, Ticknall, DE73 7JN

This two day course with Michael Lakin at his studio in Ticknall covers an approach to painting on this very smooth surface in watercolour.

Tel: 01332 862757 Email: michael.lakins579@btinternet.com www.michaellakinart.co.uk Price: Please telephone for details. Booking essential.

Ticknall Village Hall, Ingleby Lane, DE73 7JU

A talk from knowledgeable ex-lecturer of Nottingham Trent University Sally Smith on “There’s no such thing as Garden Pests!’’ Tel: 01283 532161 www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk Price: £3

Tue 9 Feb, 12noon – 2pm

Swadlincote Pancake Races The Delph Market Square, Swadlincote Town Centre, DE11 0AD

Come and watch this great annual spectacular, cheer us on and join in by posting images on Facebook using #SwadPancakes. Teams of four people can enter and help raise money for Sport Relief. Preceeded by Schools races. Tel: 01283 222848 www.south-derbys.gov.uk Price: FREE

Free

Thu 11 Feb, 1.30pm

3.5 Mile Walk - Snowdrops & Calke Abbey Calke Village, Circular Car Park - end of cul-de-sac

A circular route to view the Dimminsdale snowdrops, returning through Calke Abbey estate which also offers the opportunity for refreshments in the cafe and use of the toilet facilities. No dogs allowed on this walk and please bring a drink plus a snack, one squeeze stile on route.

Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/environmentaleducation Price: £2 per person.

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Mon 15 - Fri 19 Feb, 11am - 5pm

Shopping for Memories Talk

Half Term Fun at Swadlincote Ski Centre

Old School, Castleway, Willington, DE65 6BT

Join Willington History Group and guest speaker Richard Stone. How well do you remember Burton’s shops in the past e.g. Darley’s, Stockbridges and all the grocery shops? What would the shopping experience have been like 100 years ago? Tel: 01283 702894 Email: eprrjr@talktalk.net Price: £3 to include refreshments.

Fri 12 Feb, 7pm

Oliver Twist by Red Earth Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8FG

Red Earth are extremely creative with their sets and props, previous shows have had lots of surprise hatches and flaps for actors to pop in and out of, giant (or very tiny!). This show will be presented in the style of Victorian Music Hall, with speciality acts and variety entertainments. Children and adults alike can delight in the use of theatrical tricks, tumbling and magic, to bring Oliver’s world to life on stage. Tel: 01332 863522. Email: info@melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk Price: Standard £8.50; Concessions £6.50

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 8LP

Half term activities at the Ski Centre are 2 ski or snowboard lessons, toboggan rides, sno-tubing, viper slides plus a hot lunch ... all for £26 per day. Ski days are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays with Snowboard days on Tuesdays and Thursdays - so take your pick! Activities are for 8yrs+ and parents are welcome to book on with their children. Tel: 01283 217200 Email: jnl-swadlincote@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk Price: £26 per person, per day. Booking essential.

Tue 16 Feb, 2pm - 4pm

Wildlife Watch Family Activities Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX

Winter Survival – join the South Derbyshire District Council Environmental Education Team for a guided walk to discover how plants and animals’ survive the winter. Wrap up warm, meet at 2pm. Tel: 01283 535039 Email: rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk www.south-derbys.gov.uk/ environmentaleducation Price: £2.50 per child.

Sat 13 Feb, 2.30pm - 4pm

South Derbyshire Community Drummers Dance & Music Centre, The Delph, Swadlincote, DE11 0AG

Tue 16 Feb, 7.30pm

Talk ~ Meet the Pagets Methodist Chapel Schoolroom, Willington Road, Etwall, DE65 6HX

Join Etwall and Burnaston Local History Society for this talk by guest speaker Richard Stone. Tel: 01283 730287 Email: sandypits.kerby@btinternet.com www.etwallhistory.org Price: £3

If you would like your event included in the next edition (March - June 2016) or would like to advertise in the publication, please contact Swadlincote TIC on 01283 222 848

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Mon 29 Feb, 7.30pm - 9pm

The River Trent Talk

The History of the Lute Talk

Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove, DE65 6GR

Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, DE73 8GF

Join Repton Village History Group for this talk given by Richard Stone on “The River Trent”.

Join Melbourne Civic Society for this talk on The History of the Lute and how it is made and played by James Marriage.

Tel: 01283 702448 Email: rvhg@reptonvillage.org.uk www.reptonvillage.org.uk Price: £3 to include light refreshments.

Tel: 01332 865760 www.melbournecivicsociety.org.uk Price: £2

Sat 20 Feb, 1.45pm - 3pm

Walk 2 Miles - Winter Wonderland Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Road, Rosliston, DE12 8JX

Enjoy a brisk walk around Rosliston Forestry Centre, and take in the beautiful scenery on display on a winter’s day. Afterwards, warm up with a hot chocolate in the Bull’s Head pub in Rosliston village. Tel: 01283 563483 Email: tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk Price: £2.50 per person includes hot chocolate.

N1 Golf Academy at Swadlincote Golf Centre The Academy aims to help you achieve your goals and get the most from this great game, with PGA qualified golf professionals on hand seven days a week to help.

Wed 24 Feb, 12.30pm

Free Guided Tour of Sharpe’s Pottery Museum

Coaching includes: • Individual lessons • Family & Mixed Group lessons – Wed & Sun • Ladies Group – Every Wed @ 10.30am • Senior Group – Every Thurs @ 10.30am • N1GOLF4KIDS – After school & weekends

West Street, Swadlincote, DE11 9DG

Free

For more information and bookings: 01283 229 839 swadlincote@n1golf.com www.swadlincotegolfcentre.com

Credits

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From fine food to fabulous gifts, enjoy a warm welcome and a great choice throughout South Derbyshire. To find out more about farms shops, markets, garden centres and high street stores, contact Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01238 222 848.

Swadlincote Antique, Collectables & Vintage Fair - with Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers Sat 14 Nov, 9am-3pm

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Swadlincote Christmas Market Fri 11 Dec Swadlincote Traditional Market Every Tues, Fri & Sat

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Swadlincote Market Town of The National Forest Awarded Best Small Outdoor Market 2013 (NABMA). Parking is free in South Derbyshire. For stall enquiries and details of assistance available to those starting up a new business – contact the Swadlincote Market Manager on 07879 276 243.