Events in Derbyshire and Staffordshire 2012
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2012 Dates
Easter
Chatsworth Easter Eggstavaganza 31st March – 15th April
Easter trails in the house, garden & farmyard as well as Easter crafts.
Easter Fun at The Heights of Abraham April 1st – 9th
Easter crafts and the Great Easter Balloon Race
Easter Events at Trentham Estate 6th – 9th April
Wilderness survival skills, climbing wall, archery, storytelling & Easter egg hunt.
1940s Weekend at Crich Tramway Village 8th & 9th April
Ride the trams, see historic wartime vehicles & enjoy 40s inspired food.
Tissington Hall Open Days 9th – 13th April
Tours of beautiful Tissington Hall. The Coach House Tea Rooms also open.
April
St George’s Celebrations at the Heights of Abraham 21st & 22nd April
Come along for medieval Fun; make a hobby horse & listen to Athurian tales.
Food & Drink Fair at Chatsworth 21st & 22nd April
More than 30 stalls featuring gourmet delights.
Peak District Walking Festival 22nd April – 6th May
Get your boots on and take part in one of the many walks arranged for all abilities.
May
Spring Blooms Flower Festival at Chatsworth 4th – 8th May
The house & gardens are transformed with displays of tulips and spring flowers.
Hawkwise Falconry at the Heights of Abraham 6th & 7th May
Meet a Tudor Lady Falconer with static & flying bird display.
Chatsworth Horse Trials 11th – 13th May
International Horse Trials held in the grounds of Chatsworth House.
Tissington Well Dressing 17th – 23rd May
Village wells are decorated with pictures made from flowers and other natural materials in an ancient Derbyshire tradition.
Classic Motorbike Weekend at Crich Tramway Village 19th & 20th May
Brand new event featuring club stands, trade stands and street parades.
Half Term & June
Half Term Events at Trentham Estate 2nd – 5th June
Learn wilderness skills and try out the climbing wall.
Half Term & Jubilee Celebrations at Chatsworth 2nd – 10th June
A week of events to keep your children happy over half term
Royal & Patriotic at the Heights of Abraham 2nd – 10th June
Join Tess Willoughby preparing for the Royal Jubilee & Olympics with crowns & flags.
Beside The Seaside at Crich Tramway Village 3rd & 4th June
The village will be transformed into a family-friendly resort including a beach!
3rd Annual Father’s Day Duck Race 17th June
At the Heights of Abraham. The first 25 fathers get in free!
Father’s Day at Chatsworth 17th & 18th June
Treat Dad to a day out to remember.
Ashbourne Festival 22nd June – 8th July
Arts festival with events throughout the town.
July
Edwardian Weekend at Crich Tramway Village 15th & 16th July
Ride on a horse drawn tram, cheer on the suffragettes, visit the Titanic exhibition & much more.
Ashbourne Highland Gathering 15th July
The highland come to Ashbourne. Pipe band competition and parade, stalls & attractions.
Summer Sensation at Chatsworth 21st July – 2nd September
A summer full of special events & celebrations including the Little Explorers garden Trail.
Summer entertainment at the Heights of Abraham 23rd July – 2nd September
Punch & Judy shows daily plus Derwent brass band on selected Sundays.
August
Bakewell Show 1st & 2nd August
One of the oldest agricultural shows in the UK. Horse riding, animal displays, show ring, country attractions, food, trade stalls and much more.
Emergency Vehicles Day at Crich Tramway Village 5th August
The village will echo to the sounds of an emergency with fire engines, ambulances & police cars.
1940s Weekend at Crich Tramway Village 11th & 12th August
Experience the real atmosphere of wartime 1940s.
Ashbourne Show 18th August
Organised by the Ashbourne Shire Horse Society. Country show with local arts & crafts, country food, animal displays, competitions and trade stalls.
Alice in Wonderland at Crich Tramway Village 26th & 27th August
Meet characters from Alice In Wonderland & Alice Through The Looking Glass.
September/October
Chatsworth Country Fair 31st Aug, 1st & 2nd Sept
One of the largest country fairs in England. Trade stands and crafts, showground attractions, animal displays, pipe band competition, fine food and lots, lots more.
Matlock Bath Illuminations 1st September – 27th October
A mini version of Blackpool! Parade of illuminated boats and firework displays on certain nights.
