On Friday the 2nd of January 2026, doors open at 7:00 PM Stories and Music begin at 7:30 PM    In the at All Saints' Church Hall, Matlock Bank DE43JG "I saw a banshee once, just outside of Galway..."When Charlotte was 8 her Grandad told her the beginning of a story but refused to tell the full tale. Years later a chance encounter led her to find the rest of his story buried deep within an archive gathered from families in Ireland. Not only did she discover this unbelievable l

SATURDAY 10TH JANUARY, 7.30PM With a voice as deep as a southern sunrise and guitar work sharp enough to cut through any honkey tonk noise, Mark brings a fresh edge to classic country, with a sound of his own. Known for his rich vocals and masterful guitar work, Mark delivers songs that feel both nostalgic and new. On stage he's equal parts calm confidence and electric energy, letting his guitar speak as boldly as his voice. His music offers listeners storytelling they can

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SING IN The SPRING CONCERT? Bakewell Choral Society's Spring Concert will be on Saturday, 25th April at Bakewell Parish Church. They will be performing Vivaldi Gloria, Pergolesi Magnificat and Rutter Magnificat. Rehearsals start on Monday, 5th January 2026. Guests are invited to come and join at the start of the spring term and to sing in the concert. All voice parts are welcome. If you have not sung with Bakewell Choral Society before, the fee for rehearsa

The Matlock G&S Singers present a Come & Sing Seasonal Songs evening...under the baton of Mel Gilbert. The choir will also be performing a selection of songs. Friday 12th December 2025. All saints Church Hall, Smedley St. Matlock DE4 3JG. 7.30 doors open 7pm. Admission £5 Tea Coffee and Mince pies will be provided but please feel free to bring your own drinks and nibbles if you would like. Free parking at Hall/on road.

– Advertorial – Including paintings by Kristan Baggaley, Mark Preston, Tim Hulley and Pauline Rignall The Derwent Gallery, in Grindleford in the Hope Valley, has been selling fine art paintings of the Derbyshire Peak District during it’s thirty years years history, attracting artists and visitors from a wide area, and always have a diversity of painting styles and media. The exhibition features the changing of the season with burnt ochres of heather and bracken and dramatic

Saturday, December 20th, 2025 • 3:00 PM • Assembly Room Theatre, Bakewell Town Hall  Prepare for an afternoon of swing, sparkle and seasonal cheer as the Belper Jazz Company teams up with acclaimed vocalist Jeanie Barton for a special Christmas themed concert at Bakewell’s historic Town Hall on Saturday 20 December 2025 at 3:00 PM .  A Season of Sound and Joy  This festive performance promises toe-tapping jazz arrangements of beloved holiday classics in the hands of the Belpe