What's on around the High Peak

Looking for somewhere to go or something to do? Take a walk for health in the Peak? Shop for local produce at a market near you? Work out in a gym or take a swim or join in a sporting activity? There are also lots of healthy and fun activities for younger people (under 18) and many local clubs you can join. Active High Peak logo
The Mayor's diary lists civic events. There are regular Business events and networking opportunities during the week. Also view the Visit Peak District (**external website) website, the Pavilion Gardens (**external website) website – or drop into our Tourism Information Centre for brochures, information leaflets and advice. There are lots happening around High Peak – scroll down the list below.

Events Calendar

Date & Time Event details Location & contacts
Wednesday, July 9 to Sunday, July 27;
7.30pm–11pm daily
BUXTON FESTIVAL 2008
charges vary with each event
– the well-established, classical, annual festival for music and literature lovers – includes two full-scale Festival opera productions, an outstanding concert and literature programme; featuring The Poacher by Lortzing; Samson by Handel; An English triple bill: Savitri by Holst; The Wandering Scholar by Holst; Riders to the Sea by Vaughan Williams; Dido and Aeneas by Purcell; Street Scene by Weill; A Chair in Love by Metcalf.
For more details, call 01298 70395 or visit the Buxton Opera House website (external website**)
Wednesday, July 9, to Sunday, July 27;
7.30pm–11pm daily
BUXTON FESTIVAL FRINGE 2008
Free entry, with some charges for individual events
– the Fringe offers a huge variety of 500 events, open to all, from drama to music, also visual arts, dance, family events, street theatre, poetry, guided walks and much more.
For more details, call 01298 79351.
Weekend 26–27 July,
10am–4.30pm
Plant & Gardening Fair – Admission free;
showcasing plants, including rare and unusual species, garden equipment and furniture from local suppliers and companies specialising in garden design
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Weekend 26–27 July,
10am–4.30pm
Jewellery Fair – Admission free;
an exciting mix of hand crafted jewellery, brought together under one roof, giving you the opportunity to buy from an excellent selection of jewellers, offering their own unique and interesting quality jewellery
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Weekend 26–27 July,
10am–4.30pm
The Great Dome Art Fair – Admission free;
Featuring quality art and craft work by 53 members of Peak District Products, including paintings, furniture, ceramics, glass, textiles, jewellery, photography and lots more.
The Devonshire Dome, Devonshire Road, Buxton
; for more information, call Pauline Townsend on 01298 22117, or visit www.peakdistrictproducts.co.uk (**external website)
Sunday 27 July
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
Belper Town Wind Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Sunday 3 August
10am–3pm
Farmer's Market Castleton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Indoor year round market in picturesque Castleton, with plenty of parking available, and disabled access.
Village Hall, Castleton.
Call Lindsey Carruthers on 01433 620699
Sunday 3 August
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
Holymoorside Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Thursday 7 August
10am–4pm
Farmer's Market Buxton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Year round indoor market in the historic spa town of Buxton, under the dome of cast iron and glass, each month, usually on the first Thursday.
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Saturday 9 August
10am–2pm
Farmer's Market Whaley Bridge Farmer's Market – Admission free
A year round indoor market in Whaley Bridge on the second Saturday of each month, with easy access and parking available.
Uniting Church, Buxton Road, whaley Bridge.
Contact our Economic Development team on 0845 129 7777 or 01298 28400
Sunday 10 August
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
Hawk Green Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Wednesday 13 August
Family Fun Day
at Tintwistle
Anyone interested in helping to organise or support the event, please contact High Peak Community Housing's Neighbourhood Coordinator Frank Wood on 0845 129 8075
Saturday 23 August
Dove Holes Village Carnival
This carnival, with a procession, is being revived after 16 years, at Dove Holes, near Buxton – more details here
For further information, contact Simon Axford on 07718 269703, or Sally at the Wheatsheaf pub on 07834 922133.
Sunday 24 August
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
Lydgate Brass Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Bank Holiday Monday 25 August
10am–4pm
Buxton Book Fair Buxton Book Fair – admission £1 (50p concessions), free for accompanied children
Fresh stock each month from regular and visiting dealers
Paxton Suite at the Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
– more details from organisers Jan and Ian Millington, call 01782 542258
Bank Holiday Monday 25 August
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
Poynton Royal British Legion Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Bank Holiday Monday, August 25 – Saturday, August 30,
IVOR NOVELLO FESTIVAL
with glorious music and lavish spectacle...
Ivor and Noel in Concert – Gala concert on Aug 25, 7.30pm, featuring songs from Ivor Novello's Perchance to Dream and Noel Coward's Bitter Sweet.
Novello Films – extracts from most successful feature films and clips from Ivor's recently discovered home movies, shot in colour in the 1930s and 1950s, on Aug 27, 7.30pm, at the Pauper's Pit in the Old Hall Hotel, £4.
Novello Exhibition of memorabilia – Aug 27-30, free, in the Festival Shop, next to the Opera House.
Glamorous Night – 1st of Novello's great musical plays; Aug 28-30, 7.30pm and Saturday matinee 2.30pm.
Novello Pot-Pourri – Aug 29, 2.30pm at the Old Hall Hotel, £3 - anecdotes about the lives, work and friendship of Ivor Novello and Noel Coward.
Novello Workshop – Aug 30, 11am-12.30pm, Buxton Opera House stage, £2 (children £1); experience the magic of Novello for yourself by being part of one big number from a Novello musical – all comers, any age!
Present Company stages its fifth Ivor Novello musical, in its 21st annual performance at Buxton Opera House (**external website); tickets from £12.50 (evenings) and from £11 (matinee); save £4 when you buy tickets for both the concert and the musical
– call box office on 0845 127 2190, or visit the website, www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk (**external website)
Tuesday 26 August
Family Fun Day
at Hayfield
Anyone interested in helping to organise or support the event, please contact High Peak Community Housing's Neighbourhood Coordinator Frank Wood on 0845 129 8075
Tuesday 26 August
7:30pm–11pm

– on the last Tuesday of every month
Word Wizards' Poetry Slam – admission £2.50
A rare cultural treat for poets and poetry fans – Word Wizards provides a regular platform for poets, who require some skill and a huge dose of luck to win, with performance geared for audience enjoyment.
More details here
Book in advance! – Entry on the night cannot be guaranteed.
Licensed bar, coffee and tea available at the venue.
Venue: Grove Hotel, Buxton.
For prices, rules and bookings, call Rob Stevens on 01298 77362 or mobile 0781 328 9358 – or email srobert549@aol.com or poetryslamUK@aol.com. Performers are advised to book ahead.
Sunday 31 August
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
High Peak Swing Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Thursday 4 September
10am–4pm
Farmer's Market Buxton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Year round indoor market in the historic spa town of Buxton, under the dome of cast iron and glass, each month, usually on the first Thursday.
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Friday, Sept 5 – Sunday, Sept 7, 2008.
Glossop Victorian Weekend – Victorian themed extravaganza complete with victorian costume, steam engines and family entertainment. Glossop; for more information, email info@infocusphotography.co.uk.
Weekend of
6 & 7 September
10am–4.30pm
Craft Fair – Admission free;
great opportunity to see and buy an excellent mix of quality crafts from the region
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Sunday 7 September
10am–3pm
Farmer's Market Castleton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Indoor year round market in picturesque Castleton, with plenty of parking available, and disabled access.
Village Hall, Castleton.
Call Lindsey Carruthers on 01433 620699
Sunday 7 September
2pm–4pm
Band in the Park music Band in the Park 2008:
Burbage Band
– free
Bandstand outside Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Saturday 13 September
10am–4pm
Buxton Fine Food Fair Buxton Fine Food Fair – Admission free;
An opportunity to buy a great range of food direct from local farmers and producers, and specialty food and drink from around the world
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Saturday 13 September
10am–2pm
Farmer's Market Whaley Bridge Farmer's Market – Admission free
A year round indoor market in Whaley Bridge on the second Saturday of each month, with easy access and parking available.
Uniting Church, Buxton Road, whaley Bridge.
Contact our Economic Development team on 0845 129 7777 or 01298 28400
Sunday 14 September,
10am–4.30pm
Plant & Gardening Fair – Admission free;
showcasing plants, including rare and unusual species, garden equipment and furniture from local suppliers and companies specialising in garden design
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Weekend of
20 & 21 September,
10am–4.30pm
Artists & Designers Fair – Admission free;
showcasing the best art, furniture, ceramics, silverware, glassware, jewellery, textiles, photography and other design-led products from around the region.
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Sunday 28 September
10am–4pm
Buxton Book Fair Buxton Book Fair – admission £1 (50p concessions), free for accompanied children
Fresh stock each month from regular and visiting dealers
Paxton Suite at the Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
– more details from organisers Jan and Ian Millington, call 01782 542258
Tuesday 30 September
7:30pm–11pm

– on the last Tuesday of every month
Word Wizards' Poetry Slam – admission £2.50
A rare cultural treat for poets and poetry fans – Word Wizards provides a regular platform for poets, who require some skill and a huge dose of luck to win, with performance geared for audience enjoyment.
More details here
Book in advance! – Entry on the night cannot be guaranteed.
Licensed bar, coffee and tea available at the venue.
Venue: Grove Hotel, Buxton.
For prices, rules and bookings, call Rob Stevens on 01298 77362 or mobile 0781 328 9358 – or email srobert549@aol.com or poetryslamUK@aol.com. Performers are advised to book ahead.
Thursday 2 October
10am–4pm
Farmer's Market Buxton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Year round indoor market in the historic spa town of Buxton, under the dome of cast iron and glass, each month, usually on the first Thursday.
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Friday 3 October,
8.30pm–11.45pm
Buxton Buzz Comedy Club – Admission £6;
The very best in stand-up comedy.
Upstairs at the Old Clubhouse (opposite Buxton Opera House), Buxton, SK17, from 8.30pm
Sunday 5 October
10am–3pm
Farmer's Market Castleton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Indoor year round market in picturesque Castleton, with plenty of parking available, and disabled access.
Village Hall, Castleton.
Call Lindsey Carruthers on 01433 620699
Saturday 11 October
10am–2pm
Farmer's Market Whaley Bridge Farmer's Market – Admission free
A year round indoor market in Whaley Bridge on the second Saturday of each month, with easy access and parking available.
Uniting Church, Buxton Road, whaley Bridge.
Contact our Economic Development team on 0845 129 7777 or 01298 28400
Weekend 11–12 October,
10am–4.30pm
Jewellery Fair – Admission free;
an exciting mix of hand crafted jewellery, brought together under one roof, giving you the opportunity to buy from an excellent selection of jewellers, offering their own unique and interesting quality jewellery
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Weekend of
18 & 19 October
10am–4pm
Great Peak District Fair – Adults £1, children and pensioners free;
Celebrating locally produced foods, arts and crafts; featuring more than 100 exhibitors, including Peak District Cuisine chefs at work in the demonstration kitchen, creating delicious dishes from local ingredients; also free children's entertainment, live music, and demonstrations by local artists and crafts people
More information: call Buxton Tourist Information on 01298 25106; visit Pavilion Gardens, or (**external website), Buxton
Sunday 26 October
10am–4pm
Buxton Book Fair Buxton Book Fair – admission £1 (50p concessions), free for accompanied children
Fresh stock each month from regular and visiting dealers
Octagon Hall at the Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
– more details from organisers Jan and Ian Millington, call 01782 542258
Tuesday 28 October
7:30pm–11pm

– on the last Tuesday of every month
Word Wizards' Poetry Slam – admission £2.50
A rare cultural treat for poets and poetry fans – Word Wizards provides a regular platform for poets, who require some skill and a huge dose of luck to win, with performance geared for audience enjoyment.
More details here
Book in advance! – Entry on the night cannot be guaranteed.
Licensed bar, coffee and tea available at the venue.
Venue: Grove Hotel, Buxton.
For prices, rules and bookings, call Rob Stevens on 01298 77362 or mobile 0781 328 9358 – or email srobert549@aol.com or poetryslamUK@aol.com. Performers are advised to book ahead.
Sunday 2 November
10am–3pm
Farmer's Market Castleton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Indoor year round market in picturesque Castleton, with plenty of parking available, and disabled access.
Village Hall, Castleton.
Call Lindsey Carruthers on 01433 620699
Wednesday 5 November Dove Holes Bonfire and Fireworks Display
More details here soon
Dove Holes Community Association, off the A6 in Dove Holes
Thursday 6 November
10am–4pm
Farmer's Market Buxton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Year round indoor market in the historic spa town of Buxton, under the dome of cast iron and glass, each month, usually on the first Thursday.
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Saturday 8 November
10am–2pm
Farmer's Market Whaley Bridge Farmer's Market – Admission free
A year round indoor market in Whaley Bridge on the second Saturday of each month, with easy access and parking available.
Uniting Church, Buxton Road, whaley Bridge.
Contact our Economic Development team on 0845 129 7777 or 01298 28400
Weekend of
8 & 9 November
10am–4.30pm
Craft Fair – Admission free;
great opportunity to see and buy an excellent mix of quality crafts from the region
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Saturday 15 November
10am–4pm
Buxton Fine Food Fair Buxton Fine Food Fair – Admission free;
An opportunity to buy a great range of food direct from local farmers and producers, and specialty food and drink from around the world
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Sunday 23 November
10am–4pm
Buxton Book Fair Buxton Book Fair – admission £1 (50p concessions), free for accompanied children
Fresh stock each month from regular and visiting dealers
Octagon Hall at the Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
– more details from organisers Jan and Ian Millington, call 01782 542258
Tuesday 25 November
7:30pm–11pm

– on the last Tuesday of every month
Word Wizards' Poetry Slam – admission £2.50
A rare cultural treat for poets and poetry fans – Word Wizards provides a regular platform for poets, who require some skill and a huge dose of luck to win, with performance geared for audience enjoyment.
More details here
Book in advance! – Entry on the night cannot be guaranteed.
Licensed bar, coffee and tea available at the venue.
Venue: Grove Hotel, Buxton.
For prices, rules and bookings, call Rob Stevens on 01298 77362 or mobile 0781 328 9358 – or email srobert549@aol.com or poetryslamUK@aol.com. Performers are advised to book ahead.
Thursday 4 December
10am–4pm
Farmer's Market Buxton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Year round indoor market in the historic spa town of Buxton, under the dome of cast iron and glass, each month, usually on the first Thursday.
Octagon, Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
admin 01298 23114
Weekend of
6 & 7 December,
10am–4.30pm
Artists & Designers Fair – Admission free;
showcasing the best art, furniture, ceramics, silverware, glassware, jewellery, textiles, photography and other design-led products from around the region.
Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
Sunday 7 December
10am–3pm
Farmer's Market Castleton Farmer's Market – Admission free
Indoor year round market in picturesque Castleton, with plenty of parking available, and disabled access.
Village Hall, Castleton.
Call Lindsey Carruthers on 01433 620699
Saturday 13 December
10am–2pm
Farmer's Market Whaley Bridge Farmer's Market – Admission free
A year round indoor market in Whaley Bridge on the second Saturday of each month, with easy access and parking available.
Uniting Church, Buxton Road, whaley Bridge.
Contact our Economic Development team on 0845 129 7777 or 01298 28400
Sunday 28 December
10am–4pm
Buxton Book Fair Buxton Book Fair – admission £1 (50p concessions), free for accompanied children
Fresh stock each month from regular and visiting dealers
Paxton Suite at the Pavilion Gardens (**external website), Buxton
– more details from organisers Jan and Ian Millington, call 01782 542258
Tuesday 30 December
7:30pm–11pm

– on the last Tuesday of every month
Word Wizards' Poetry Slam – admission £2.50
A rare cultural treat for poets and poetry fans – Word Wizards provides a regular platform for poets, who require some skill and a huge dose of luck to win, with performance geared for audience enjoyment.
More details here
Book in advance! – Entry on the night cannot be guaranteed.
Licensed bar, coffee and tea available at the venue.
Venue: Grove Hotel, Buxton.
For prices, rules and bookings, call Rob Stevens on 01298 77362 or mobile 0781 328 9358 – or email srobert549@aol.com or poetryslamUK@aol.com. Performers are advised to book ahead.

More festivals and carnivals in the Peak District (External website**)

 

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Seasonal events

All the various establishments around the High Peak, including the theatres, leisure centres and activity societies, have their own programme of seasonal and holiday events. Please pick up their leaflets from your local tourist information centres across the High Peak, or visit their websites linked from further down this page, or look in our News pages for press releases and announcements about seasonal activities or gatherings in your own areas.

Markets and fairs

Pavilion Gardens

Market

Town Markets

Market stall hours are usually from 6.30am to 5pm, but may vary with the weather. Markets are held in some High Peak towns, every week, such as:

Shows

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Community activities

For events around the High Peak, visit individual websites of the following organisations. Please click the "Back" button at the top of your browser window to return to our website.

Leisure Centres

Throughout festive season: Leisure centres have Special Offers and Holiday Programmes, with different opening times.

 

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