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RYA Safety Boat - Midweek July » Day 2

This event is part of the RYA Safety Boat - Midweek July group. Click here to book

Fri 24 Jul10:15Carsington Sailing Club(4mi)

via Carsington Sailing ClubLocal gem

Community

Around £21.50

Steam Services

We will be operating our steam services between Wirksworth and Duffield, as follows: Depart Wirksworth Wirksworth Dep 10:15 12:45 15:20 Idridgehay Dep 10:35 13:05 15:40 Shottle Dep 10:41 13:11 15:46 Duffield Arr 10:53 13:23 15:58 Depart Duffield Duffield Dep 11:15 13:45 16:20 Shottle Dep 11:29 13:59 16:34 Idridgehay Dep 11:37 14:07 16:42 Wirksworth Arr 11:56 14:26 17:01 Online prices (booking fees apply) Adults: £21.50 Children: £11.00 (5-15) Family: £48.00 (two adults & up to three children) BUY TICKETS & MORE INFORMATION

Fri 24 Jul11:15Wirksworth Station(3mi)

via Wirksworth Station

Community

Batemans Saturday Social

The post Batemans Saturday Social appeared first on Batemans.

Sat 25 JulKings Head(0.9mi)

via Kings Head

Adults & Young Adults DIY Ghost Workshop

Workshops & Classes

Around £40

Adults & Young Adults DIY Ghost Workshop

Attention all aspiring phantom painters and creative souls! The Matlock Ghost Emporium invites you to an immersive 2 to 3-hour Ghost Painting Workshop where you’ll design, decorate, and personalize your very own ghostly creation to take home. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned artist, this workshop is your chance to rediscover your creative spark while crafting a spectral masterpiece.Here’s what’s included:8cm Ghost Figurine: A larger canvas for your creativity, ready to be brought to life.All Paints & Equipment Provided: Everything you need for ghostly glazing, dripping techniques, and finishing touches.Selection of Accessories: Hats, scarves, props—customize your ghost with unique personality-defining additions.Expert Guidance from Our Artists: Receive tips and tricks from our veteran ghost wranglers as they help you master spectral techniques.Tea, Coffee, or Squash: Relax with a warm drink while you channel your artistic spirit.Feeling stuck? Fear not! The Mill ghosts themselves will be your ethereal muses, whispering secrets from beyond the veil to help you choose the perfect color palette and design for your ghostly companion. The result will be a one-of-a-kind phantom masterpiece—a creation that’s both eerie and enchanting.Details:Price: £35 per personStart Time: 1pmSession Length: 2-3 hoursAge Requirement: Open to participants 9 years and older.

Sat 25 JulMatlock Ghost Emporium(1.4mi)

via Matlock Ghost EmporiumLocal gem

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Around £35.00

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Sat 25 JulMatlock Ghost Emporium(1.4mi)

via Matlock Ghost EmporiumLocal gem

Dance

K-Pop Superfan Day

Get ready to turn up the volume – Matlock Farm Park’s K-Pop Superfan Day is making a spectacular return! Join us for a vibrant celebration packed with live, high-energy tribute performances that will have you singing and dancing along to your favourite hits. From chart-topping tracks like ‘Golden’ and ‘Soda Pop’ to iconic choreography, there’s something for every K-Pop lover to enjoy. Dive into interactive dance sessions, take part in fun mini games, and enjoy a day full of exciting activities perfect for all ages. Don’t forget to come dressed as your favourite idol or in your best K-Pop style! It’s a must-attend event for superfans and families alike!

Sat 25 JulMatlock Skatepark(2.5mi)

via Matlock SkateparkLocal gem

Community

Dinosaur Day

Sure to be a roaring success! Our popular event is back for 2026 with some…

Sat 25 JulCrich Tramway Village(5mi)

via Crich Tramway Village

Religion & Spirituality

Eucharist – St Giles Matlock

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Sat 25 Jul09:30St Giles(2.5mi)

via St Giles

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Dinosaur Day

Sure to be a roaring success! Our popular event is back for 2026 with some…

Sat 25 Jul11:00Crich Tramway Village(5mi)

via Crich Tramway Village

Workshops & Classes

Around £35

Adults & Young Adults DIY Ghost Workshop

Sat 25 Jul14:00Matlock Ghost Emporium(1.4mi)

via Matlock Ghost EmporiumLocal gem

Community

Around £2.00

Tabletop Time – Games Cafe – July

Filed under: Tabletop Time – Games Cafe – July at Grand Pavilion looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sun 26 JulGrand Pavilion(1.9mi)

via Grand PavilionLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

RYA Adult Dinghy Level 1&2 - 2026 » RYA Level 1&2 Keelboat Sailing Course July

About this Course - The course is a combined RYA Level 1 (Start Sailing) and RYA Level 2 (Basic Skills) run on 2 consecutive weekends.

Sun 26 JulCarsington Sailing Club(4mi)

via Carsington Sailing ClubLocal gem

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Around £65

Summer Junior Farmer Days

Join us for our amazing Junior Farmer day and experience what life is like on the farm! Spend the day with our staff behind the scenes and get to know our wonderful animals. We’ve got 2 different days to choose from on various dates depending on what animals you want to spend the day with. […]

Mon 27 JulMatlock Skatepark(2.5mi)

via Matlock SkateparkLocal gem

Community

Discovery Time

Have fun and learn! Five days packed full of fun and fascinating school holiday activities…

Mon 27 JulCrich Tramway Village(5mi)

via Crich Tramway Village

Community

Summer Junior Farmer Days

Mon 27 Jul11:00Matlock Skatepark(2.5mi)

via Matlock SkateparkLocal gem

Community

Discovery Time

Have fun and learn! Five days packed full of fun and fascinating school holiday activities…

Mon 27 Jul11:00Crich Tramway Village(5mi)

via Crich Tramway Village

Maddy Moffet – Jump / Polework Training Clinic

Community

Around £35.00 – £50.00

Maddy Moffet – Jump / Polework Training Clinic

Jump / Polework training Suitable for all levels and abilities. If you want to enhance your horse's overall performance and achieve better results in competitions, participating in these clinics is an ideal way to improve your horse's jumping abilities and overall way of going. Maddy, an experienced UKCC BE Development coach, has a proven track record of teaching […]

Wed 29 JulAbbey Farm Equestrian(3.2mi)

via Abbey Farm EquestrianLocal gem

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Venues with events near Horse Dale

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Matlock Ghost Emporium1.4 miles away Matlock Skatepark2.5 miles away Kings Head0.9 miles away

More about Horse Dale

Derbyshire, England

Horse Dale sits quietly in Derbyshire with a charm that feels like it was stitched from old wool and good intentions. It might not have a list of famous venues to shout about, but the local pubs and community halls do their best to keep the calendar full without needing a marketing degree. The town relies on its neighbours rather than big screens to find out what is on tonight. A quick chat with someone who lives round the corner usually reveals more about the week ahead than any app could ever manage.

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