Derbyshire
Properties and events in Derbyshire
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All Saints Church, Wingerworth: Open Day
Explore our beautiful church, where the original 12th-century building blends with the large modern extension. Look for 'Jack o' the Green' and see the Mausoleum, one of only two in Derbyshire. A teddy bear hunt in the church will also be available.
All Saints Roman Catholic Church open for visitors
All are welcome to come and see our beautiful church and grounds at this free event.
Architectural metalwork manufacture in the Buxton area - A talk by Trevor Gilman
As part of the Made in Buxton project, local historian Trevor Gilman shares his expert knowledge of the area’s industrial and craft heritage.
Assembly Rooms Open Day
Step inside one of Buxton’s most elegant historic spaces! Explore the beautifully restored Assembly Rooms, uncover their rich history, and experience the grandeur of this stunning Georgian venue.
Buxton Freemasons Open Day
Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest social and charitable organisations, with its origins rooted in the traditions of the medieval stonemasons who built our cathedrals and castles.
Buxton Opera House
Buxton Opera House is delighted to be hosting a free open day for all to enjoy on Saturday 12 September 2025. A series of free venue tours will be available to book online, alongside opportunities to explore our spaces if not booked on a tour.
Celebrating the Centenary of the Cavendish Village Hall in Beeley
Please come and see the Cavendish Village Hall, various exhibitions,including the Beeley Queens project, Beeley houses and their residents social and everyday life
Cemetery Workers: their work and their lives
A guided tour around Spital Cemetery focusing on the working lives of those who used to work there.
Christ Church Burbage
Everyone is welcome to come. The church is open to visitors with historical documents and photos display. There will be a guided tour of the churchyard with reference to notable local people buried here and their Burbage connection.
Christ Church King Sterndale
A small Victorian Church, built in 1847 in the Early English style, stands in a portion of the one time park to the Hall at King Sterndale.
CWGC Tours 2026 - Derby Nottingham Road Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Derby (Nottingham Road) Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.
CWGC Tours 2026 - Swadlincote District (Church Gresley) Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Swadlincote District (Church Gresley) Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.
Derby Arboretum Tour
Michael McNaught, Community Parks Officer, will guide the group around the park, explaining J. C. Loudon’s innovative design features and vision, the global origins of some of the specimens, and the Arboretum’s historical significance.
Derbyshire Gypsy Liaison Group and Tales from the Waggon Steps
Tales from the Waggon Steps, building on heritage from previous years, this yard contains information about the varda (Gypsy living waggon), Hawking baskets and paper flower making, information will be available to take away.
Discover the history of our Church and the people associated with it
Discover the history & secrets of this beautiful Grade I listed medieval church, 'meet' local celebrities from the past incl. Thomas Linacre, Henry VIII's Royal Physician and 2 suffragettes are buried here.
Dronfield Community Archive
Visit Dronfield Community Archive and explore a fascinating collection of printed documents and photographs. Browse unique records, uncover hidden treasures and learn more about the people, places and events that shaped the community.
Eckington Church: our history
We welcome the opportunity to open this ancient parish church to visitors again this year. This will be a quiet opening with the church manned throughout the day and information, including a self guided tour, available.
Eckington: Places, People and Poverty
Eckington Library is exhibiting vintage photos of people, buildings and local industries; the mills, the mines and the canning factory, with stories of families, children in mines, and a local disaster.
Ecton Copper Mine (Deep Ecton Underground Visit)
An underground visit to the Deep Ecton Copper Mine in the Staffordshire Moorlands. You will be led to see the 18th century mine workings and learn about what was once the biggest, richest and deepest copper mine in the UK. Wellies Required!
Elder Yard Unitarian Chapel
An unspoilt 17th Century Chapel (the oldest in Derbyshire), featuring original pews, altar and organ. Exceptional stained glass windows, a historical collection of Pearson's Pottery and artifacts not normally available to see. Historical graveyard.