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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Pleasley

10 picks around Pleasley, from 8 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Pleasley

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Pleasley, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

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Cafe Church

at Dronfield Baptist Church

Revd Andy Gore Cafe Church is an opportunity to talk, to discuss, to explore who Jesus is and what it means to follow him while enjoying an afternoon tea together. It is church but perhaps not as you may have experienced it before. There is no set pattern as different people will lead it in different ways, but our heart is that anyone of any age will feel comfortable to join in. Cafe Church starts at 4:00pm on the fourth Sunday of the month because we know that Sunday mornings can be really busy with sport or other activities or because it might be the only chance when you can have a lie in. We look forward to seeing you soon and for you to join in the conversation.

13.1 milesSun 26 Jul
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Religion & Spirituality
Crochet : Planned Pooling4

Crochet : Planned Pooling

at Running With Scissors

Can you crochet already but are keen to learn some new techniques? This two hour workshop will give you all the skills you need for the planned pooling technique. This involves landing the colours of variegated yarn so that they create the argyle pattern. Its always nice to have a wearable item along with your skills and so we will be making a cowl with the skills. Book your place to bring more colour to your crochet whilst giving yourself some me time! Saturday 25th July 2026, 3-5pm £42 (max. 8 crafters) Book Your Place

16.2 milesSat 25 Jul£42
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Arts & Culture
Summer Sunday5

Summer Sunday

at Jubilee Church Derby

I Am The Bread Of Life This week we'll have an 'open table' service with activities that will bring us together as a whole church family, with extra provision for our youngest members. We'll have activities, worship, hear from God's word and pray together. Join us for what promises to be an interactive and encouraging service. Our theme this week is I Am The Bread Of Life Summer at Jubilee – Summer SundaysSunday 26th July sees the first of our Summer Sundays at Jubilee. This means we will have slightly shorter meetings (10.30am – 11.30am) and that there won't be any children's work (FROG Club) or creche. Please do thank and encourage our children's teams as they have faithfully served us so well this year and deserve a well-earned break! To help us all engage with services over the summer, we'll be alternating our service formats between a shorter standard service, which will include our children and youth, and a more interactive service with activities, worship, a short talk and prayer response together as a family. This summer we're going to be looking at some of the 'I Am' statements Jesus made in the gospels and we'll be hearing from some new and returning speakers. Our hope and prayer is that as we discover more about Jesus this summer, we'll be shaped more into His likeness and bring the good news to those around us, whatever our age.

19.9 milesSun 26 Jul11:30
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Religion & Spirituality
KISSTORY on Blackheath6Free! (worth double-checking)

KISSTORY on Blackheath

at Milton Hall

Blackheath, get ready! Saturday 25th July, the UK’s original old skool and anthems party takes over South London for KISSTORY on Blackheath with Subway. 4 Massive stages, bringing all your favourite Old Skool & Anthems, with a stacked line-up including; MOBO Award-winning powerhouse Ms. Dynamite, chart-topper Joel Corry, KISSTORY legend Kevin Lyttle, icon Alison Limerick and global dance pioneer Todd Terry - plus loads more! And of course, it wouldn’t be KISSTORY without wall-to-wall anthems from our DJs Ace, Majestic, Marvin Humes, Nick Bright, DJ Pioneer, Scott Garcia, Tyler West and Wideboys. PLUS they’re turning up the chaos this year: KISSTORY Bingo Ball pit + bouncy castle = big kid energy unlocked Mini golf + rodeo bull… you brave enough? Dodgems + Waltzer rides And LOADS more! Sorry you snooze you lose VIP NOW SOLD OUT VIP includes fast-track entry, VIP Stage, raised viewing platform, VIP bar, extra food options and luxury toilets. Who’s on the line up for KISSTORY on Blackheath 2026? Joining us on Blackheath: Ms. Dynamite, Joel Corry, Kevin Lyttle, Alison Limerick, Todd Terry, Sweet Female Attitude, Damage, Oxide & Neutrino, Nay Nay, DJ Luck & MC Neat, Baby D, Kele Le Roc, Elisabeth Troy, So Solid Crew, MC Romeo & Lisa Maffia — plus huge sets from Ace, Majestic, Marvin Humes, Nick Bright, DJ Pioneer, Scott Garcia, Tyler West and Wideboys General FAQs and Info: This is an over 18s event. Valid photo ID is required as proof of age for all guests on entry.

23.5 milesSat 25 Jul
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Community
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Private Peaceful (One Actor Version)

at Doncaster Little Theatre

“I’ve had nearly eighteen years of yesterdays and tomorrows, and tonight I must remember as many of them as I can. Tonight, more than any other night of my life, I want to feel alive!” Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing the night, he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line.

24.8 milesSat 25 Jul
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Community
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Private Peaceful (One Actor Version)

at Doncaster Little Theatre

“I’ve had nearly eighteen years of yesterdays and tomorrows, and tonight I must remember as many of them as I can. Tonight, more than any other night of my life, I want to feel alive!” Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. During the night, he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line.

24.8 milesSat 25 Jul20:30
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Community
Yvonne Barrie Quintet: vocal jazz9

Yvonne Barrie Quintet: vocal jazz

at No28 Belper

Yvonne Barrie Quintet : Vocal Jazz with a Twist! Bruce Hunnisett – Saxophones; Nathaniel Coxon – Piano; Tom Dring – Bass; Sam Vickers – Drums Following a sold out performance earlier in the year, the YBQ returns to No28 on the 3rd July. With their unique take on jazz standards as well as some more […]

14 milesSun 26 Jul£16.00
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Live Music
Phil Doleman live at No2810

Phil Doleman live at No28

at No28 Belper

Phil Doleman live at No28 Sat 25 July: book now – click on the button. Doors open 7 for 7.30pm Bring your own drinks…“Phil’s love of vintage blues, swing, and jug band music shines through as he blows the dust off obscure old songs and gives new life to classics. With just his big voice, and […]

14 milesSun 26 Jul£12.00
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Live Music

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