Please see the updated guide to 2023 Halloween events HERE.
Please see the updated guide to 2023 Halloween events HERE.
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Christmas at Chatsworth 2023
For both Derbyshire residents and visitors alike, Chatsworth House at Christmas time is the pinnacle of our festive calendars. Chatsworth have just announced their plans for the 2023 season. Following the popularity of a similar blog post I wrote last year, I know how much you love to read about the Chatsworth festivities! Here’s everything…
Halloween Events in Derbyshire this October Half Term
Read on for a roundup of the spookiest Halloween events in Derbyshire this October 2023 half term. Typically, the October half term in Derbyshire schools runs from Saturday 28th October 2023 to Sunday 5th October 2023 – but do check directly with your own school as holidays and INSET days can vary from school to school.…
The Snowman Tour returns to Derbyshire
[AD] The award-winning Snowman Tour is returning to Derbyshire this December, with scintillating performances in both Derby and Buxton. Make it a Christmas to remember, with a special screening of the much loved family favourite, The Snowman, accompanied by a live orchestra. Presented by Carrot Productions, the world’s leading performers, their captivating show features some of…
Pumpkin Picking Derby and Derbyshire
Pumpkin picking has seen a huge surge in popularity in recent years and now there’s a great range of PYO pumpkin farms and pumpkin patches in Derby and across Derbyshire. Unsurprising really since it’s good, seasonal, wholesome family fun. What could be better than wrapping up warm and spending some time in the fresh air…
The Ultimate Guide to Autumn in Derbyshire
I have always loved autumn. It is simply the best season! Crisp mornings, bright sunny skies, leaves turning every hue of copper and gold, wrapping up warm, sweaters, scarves and thick woolly tights. Dark nights, cosying up at home with candles and pumpkin spice everything… It’s not too hot, it’s not too cold. There’s the…
40 Things to Do in Derbyshire
Located in the East Midlands, Derbyshire is famous for its beautiful countryside and rich industrial heritage and there are hundreds of things to do with kids. All of these ideas are suitable for families, although all could be enjoyed by couples and people on their own. I’ve organised this list largely by type of activity,…
15 Things to Do with Kids in Chesterfield
I’ve been meaning to write something like this for a while. Firstly because this is exactly what I would have liked to have read when I was new to the area. And then also a knackered, sleep deprived parent scrabbling round for something fun to do for my child that didn’t make me want to…
National Trust Derbyshire
There are several impressive National Trust properties in Derbyshire. Our favourites are Calke Abbey, Kedleston Hall and Hardwick Hall. But there’s also numerous places in the Peak District, where NT members can park for free which give access to stunning walking and hiking through the national park. Here’s my guide to the best of National…
The Autumn Edit
A landing page of all the seasonal content on Lovely Local Indie – from autumn walks to cosy cafés and the best places to for pumpkin picking. Here’s all the most seasonal content on Lovely Local Indie. The best places to eat, drink and go this autumn in Derbyshire and the Peak District. All blog…
5 Free Days Out in Derbyshire
If the summer holidays are dragging and you need some days out inspiration that’s easy on the purse, here are five FREE days out in Derbyshire. Walk, paddling and a picnic at Dovedale FREE entry, National Trust members park for free or £3.50 for up to four hours or £5 for all day (correct change…
