what's on where 30 July Prehistoric Tools Buxton Museum and Art Gallery, SK17 6DA Drop in 11:00am-1:00pm and 2:00pm- 4:00pm Watch flint knapper James Dilley at work, discover more about primitive technology and handle real prehistoric tools from the museum collection. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 533540 www.derbyshire.gov.uk 30 – 31 July Museum and Art Gallery, DE1 1BS FREE EVENT. 10am -11.30am. Join us as part of the Festival of Archaeology - meet our Finds Liaison Officer and discover the treasures found in our collection. T: 01332 641901 www.derbymuseums.org Cavendish’s Horses: From Manège to Dressage Bolsover Castle, S44 6PR 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm Be amazed as Peter Maddison-Greeenwell and the team of El Caballo de España demonstrate the dressage movements from history with commentary explaining how these classical methods are still as relevant today. Suitable for all, perfect for those with an interest in modern dressage and its heritage. T: 0370 333 1183 www.english-heritage.org.uk Buxton Family Festival - The Mystery Of The Star Eaters The Devonshire Dome, SK17 6RY FREE ENTRY FOR ACCOMPANIED UNDER 12’s You are invited to be a ‘special consultant’ to help solve a mystery in this new game that combines Sherlock Holmes investigation with the fun and adventure of an Indiana Jones treasure hunt. Players deduce clues that lead them to up to a dozen locations around the town centre, solve puzzles and unravel the mystery to arrive at the dramatic conclusion. Likely to take approx 2 to 3 hours, but you have all day. Adults £12. Book online www.casebook.events/buxton 30 July – 14 August Buxton Family Festival Buxton Swimming and Fitness Centre, SK17 6BE See www.primarytimes.net/derbyshire for swimming sessions (some are free for under 8’s) happening over the <strong>summer</strong>. 31 July Summer Dog Show Peak Shopping Village DE4 2JE FREE EVENT Charity novelty dog show in aid if just for dogs. 12 novelty classes including dog the judge would most like to take home. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 735326 www.peakshoppingvillage.com Charity Cricket Event Spondon Cricket Club, DE21 7AR FREE EVENT FOR KIDS 12:00noon-2:00pm. Colin Bloomfield Charity cricket match between Spondon Cricket Club and Derby County Legends. In aid of Derby County Community Trust and Holbrook School for Autism. Adults £2. T: 01332 676658 www.spondononline.co.uk 31 July – 4 September Schools Out! Shipley Country Park Visitor Centre, DE75 7GX 11:00am-3:30pm A different self-led activity each week (a trail, treasure hunt with a difference etc.), so make time for fun with the family in the fresh air. Cost: £1 per child. T: 01773 719961 www.derbyshire.gov.uk 1 August Superhero Picnic In The Park Markeaton Park Craft Village, DE22 4AA FREE EVENT 11:00am-3:00pm Craft and nature activites, ‘Try it’ sessions, Derby Homes activity van, face painting, superhero competitions and more! All you need to do to take part in the fun is dress up like a superhero and bring a picnic! T: 01332 640789 www.derby.gov.uk Batman Superhero Day at Intu Intu Derby, DE1 2PL Villains have taken over intu Derby. We are inviting you to become a Superhero and help us take back the centre with free amazing character visits and Superhero themed activities. Batman will be zooming in to help on 1st August, Wonder Woman is here using her lasso of truth on the 12th August and Superman is flying by on the 23rd August. www.intu.co.uk/derby. 1 – 5 August Roundheads and Cavaliers Bolsover Castle, S44 6PR 11:00am-5:00pm Pikes at the ready! Aim your muskets! Be put through your paces as you fall into step and defend Bolsover Castle against Cromwell’s cronies. It’s Civil War England and you’ve been recruited into King Charles I’s army. Discover what it takes to be a soldier, test your nerve and hear tales from the battlefield. T: 0370 333 1183 www.english-heritage.org.uk Eco Explorers Mount Cook Adventure Centre Summer camp days with fun outdoor activities and adventure for children at the new Mount Cook Adventure Centre near Wirksworth. www.mountcook.org or T: 0845 2220 539 Activ-ability Lea Green Learning and Development Centre, DE4 5GJ Residential activities for children with disabilities and additional needs – a great opportunity to make new friends and try something new! With experienced, supportive staff and an exciting team environment, activities can include climbing, accessible buggies, archery and den building. Booking essential T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 534561 www.leagreen.derbyshire-outdoors.org/ activities-courses 1 August – 4 September Heritage Trail Treasure Hunt High Peak Junction Visitor Centre, DE4 5AA 11:00am-4:00pm Follow the High Peak Junction route of the Audio Trail with our Question and Answer sheets. Child £1. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 823204 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/images/ countryside Mini Beast Hunts Middleton Top Countryside Centre, DE4 4LS 11:00am-4:00pm Collect your bug catching pots, nets and insect identification cards. Child £1. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 823204 www.derbyshire.gov.uk 2 August Superhero Picnic In The Park Darley Park, DE22 1EN FREE EVENT 11:00am-3:00pm Craft and nature activites, ‘Try it’ sessions, Derby Homes activity van, face painting, superhero competitions and more! All you need to do to take part in the fun is dress up like a superhero and bring a picnic! T: 01332 640789 www.derby.gov.uk Big Friendly Read - Splendiferous Science Swadlincote Library, DE11 0AD 10:30am-12:30pm Drop in to the library and have a go at science inspired by the Roald Dahl books. Suitable for ages 5+. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 533013 www.derbyshire.gov.uk Georgian banquet Pickford’s House, DE1 1DA FREE ENTRY Help us prepare for a luxurious Georgian banquet! Create floral decorations, decorate plates and design menus to help us create a magnificent Georgian table.10-12 noon/1-3pm T: 01332 715181 www.derbymuseums.org 2 August – 3 September 50 Things To Do Before You’re 11 3/4 Mr Straw’s House, S81 0JG 11:00am-4:00pm Join us this <strong>summer</strong> to kick start your 50 Things To Do Before You’re 11 3/4 adventure. Child £1 (plus normal admission charge) Closed Sundays and Mondays. T: 01909 482380 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 3 August Superhero Picnic In The Park Derby Arboretum, DE23 8FZ FREE EVENT 11:00am-3:00pm Craft and nature activites, ‘Try it’ sessions, Derby Homes activity van, face painting, superhero competitions and more! All you need to do to take part in the fun is dress up like a superhero and bring a picnic! T: 01332 640789 www.derby.gov.uk Big Friendly Read - Dream Jars Etwall Library, DE65 6LP 10:30am-11:30am Celebrate the BFG and 100 years of Roald Dahl by creating your own dream jar. Suitable for ages 3+. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 533013 www.derbyshire.gov.uk Big Friendly Read - Dream Jars Melbourne Library, DE73 1GJ 2:30pm-3:30pm Celebrate the BFG and 100 years of Roald Dahl by creating your own dream jar. Suitable for ages 3+. T: 0<strong>16</strong>29 533013 www.derbyshire.gov.uk Buxton Family Festival - Hotel Transylvania (U) Pavilion Arts Centre, SK17 6XN 2:30pm-4:00pm In this family-friendly animation we meet Dennis – half human, half-vampire son of Mavis and Johnny. As his fifth birthday approaches Dennis shows no signs of developing his vampire fangs. His Uncle Dracula decides that a trip to mingle with more monster friends and family may do the trick. Tickets £4.50. T: 01298 72190 www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Buxton Family Festival - Wind In The Willows Workshop Pavilion Arts Centre, SK17 6XN 10:00am-11:30am Come along and find out more about the world of Toad, Ratty and Mole in a musical workshop incorporating songs from the show Wind in the Willows. Suitable for ages 5-14. Tickets £6. T: 01298 72190 www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk National Play Day - Sudbury By the Sea Sudbury Hall and National Trust Museum Of Childhood, DE6 5HT 11:00am-4:30pm Join us “By The Seaside” for National Play Day with fun activities, crafts, Bluebells Ice Cream and donkeys!! Enjoy the fun or come and just relax in a deck chair on a guaranteed sunny day !!!!! Free event, normal admission charges apply. T: 01283 586800 www.nationaltrust.org.uk My Wild Summer: Groovy Grasslands Wildlife Discovery Room, DE6 1ST See event details 29 July. T: 01773 881188 www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk Handling Nature Museum and Art Gallery, DE1 1BS FREE EVENT. 10.30-11am Come and handle our beautiful stick insects, who are brought out especially for Handling Nature! Learn all about these fascinating insects whilst getting the chance to handle and study them for yourself.T: 01332 641901 www.derbymuseums.org Meet Chase and Marshall Freddy’s Play Kingdom, DE21 7NL Your favourite characters from Paw Patrol will be out for you to meet at 11am and 2pm www.freddysplaykingdom.co.uk 12 Primary Times SUMMER 20<strong>16</strong> Issue | www.primarytimes.net/derbyshire
Tamworth Castle Great days out for all the family For further information visit www.tamworthcastle.co.uk FREE ADMISSION Where our Nation remembers Explore, Discover & Remember The National Memorial Arboretum, where history and nature meet. Visit the Arboretum this <strong>summer</strong> for: • Wildlife Wednesdays • World War I Trench Installation • World War I Costumed Interpreters • Somme En-Masse Visitor Art Project • Family History and Nature Trails* *A small charge applies National Memorial Arboretum Croxall Road, Alrewas, Staffs, DE13 7AR T: 01283 245 100 E: info@thenma.org.uk Part of The Royal British Legion All information correct at time of print. Charity No. 1043992 www.primarytimes.net/derbyshire | SUMMER 20<strong>16</strong> Issue Primary Times 13
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