Top Picks
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.
1at South Anston Methodist Church
Anston Male Voice Choir will be performing in the church on the evening of 11th July to raise funds for The Alzheimer’s Society. Tickets are available from Howard Thomas and cost £10:00 each.
2Develop your free machine embroidery and make a creative stitch design with lots of inspirations, support and even cake to fuel your creativity
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3at Benson Studios of Theatre Arts
Join us for our Sip & Sounds series of acoustic music nights, offering up close and unplugged performances in Groucho’s Bar at Mansfield Palace Theatre. Tickets should be booked in advance to guarantee entry. Kick-start your weekend with an ice cold drink and a stripped-back soundtrack.
4at Total Skills - Electrical Training Specialist
City & Guilds 18th Edition Wiring Regulations course (2382-26) covering Amendment 4 — the current "Orange Book" standard (BS 7671:2018+A4:2026). 2-day intensive classroom training in Nottingham with expert tutors, small class sizes (max 12), and the City & Guilds exam included on Day 2. Just £400 all-inclusive — tuition, materials, and exam fee. Remote exam option available at £195 via online invigilation. Learners attend from across the UK. Exceptional pass rates with industry-leading tutors.
5Designed for people of all ages, from grandchildren to grandparents, Classic Ibiza is a feel-good night of great music, good food and dancing on the banks of the River Derwent. This is stately house music.
6at Studio 62
11am till 2pm Your ticket will include Afternoon Tea, unlimited tea, coffee and squash and flower garland Just pay for your pottery on the day All events are subject to our Terms and Conditions
7A case full of money is found and brought home which leads to visiting thugs and the local constabulary with hilarious results. Finders keepers. Right?
8An annual steampunk-themed weekend featuring live music, tea duelling, magic performances, and trade stalls at the Papplewick Pumping Station.
9Join Papplewick Pumping Station for their annual Steampunk Event featuring live music, Tea Dueling, magic shows, performances, and over 30 trade stalls.
10Designed for people of all ages, from grandchildren to grandparents, Classic Ibiza is a feel-good night of great music, good food and dancing on the banks of the River Derwent. This is stately house music.
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