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[AD] Since its launch last year, Chatsworth Kitchen has set a new standard in relaxed, informal all-day dining – something I felt we were crying out for here in the Peak District – so it’s exciting to see the opening hours extended. It’d be a perfect date night destination or for a festive catch up […]
This was originally written as a roundup of the spookiest Halloween events in Derbyshire this October 2023 half term. Sadly as yet I’ve not had time to update this post so Please head to my What’s On Derbyshire 2025 Events Guide for the most up to date events listings. However, most places tend to run […]
[AD] We are big fans of Denby Pottery Village, particularly since having such a lovely time at their Santa experience and were recently invited to review the Summer Crafts activities. Great value family day out Denby Pottery Village is one of my top recommendations for a nice outing with kids. On the days when you […]
Here’s a round up of the best places to eat out with children, the best deals – and where kids can eat free in Derby and Derbyshire during the school holiday this summer in 2023. Eating out with kids can be a bit of an adventure at the best of times, so deals like this, […]
Family friendly, school holiday activities to keep the kids entertained over the 2023 summer holidays in Derbyshire Schools out for summer! Keeping the kids entertained over the six weeks can feel like hard work. Banish cries of “I’m bored…” with this handy guide to some of the best things to do with kids this summer […]
Head here for the 2025 Events Guide The Lovely Local Indie What’s On guide has moved! Click here for the 2025 events guide.
10 Things to do in Derbyshire between Christmas and New Year Chrimbo Limbo (or Twixmas if you insist) is that funny old time in between Christmas and New Year when the days all merge into one. Starting to feel like a pig in a blanket? Going a bit stir-crazy with cabin fever? Here’s some suggestions […]
Review by regular guest writer, Charlotte A Taylor. Follow Charlotte on Instagram and read more of her posts. [AD] In the stunning City Hall in Sheffield, Carrot Productions hosted their Christmas spectacular- the live orchestral accompaniment to Shaun the Sheep, the Flight Before Christmas and the classic story of The Snowman. Patiently waiting for us […]
[AD] When I used to live in Belper, I loved a mooch around Denby Pottery Village. There’s a brilliant factory shop where I’ve picked up some utter bargain pieces of this iconic English brand over the years. I haven’t actually been back since leaving Belper, but we have been invited to review their Santa Experience… […]
[AD] As part of my previous collaboration with Chatsworth Kitchen, we were gifted family tickets to Chatsworth and finally put these to good use this weekend with a lovely day out exploring the gardens, farmyard and playground as a family. I have visited Chatsworth numerous times over the years. It’s probably my favourite place on […]