until SAT 4TH JANUARY 10.30 & 1.30PM
Little Red Riding Hood
Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, DE1 2NF It’s Christmas Eve and Grandma is not feeling too well…luckily, Little Red has a basket of supplies to save the day. Just keep to the path, don’t stop to pick the flowers, don’t talk to strangers and don’t mention Grandmas whiskers! Featuring beautiful puppetry, fantastic storytelling, a girl with attitude, a wolf with an appetite and amazing live music and original songs! For age 3+. Tickets from £12. More info: www.derbytheatre.co.uk or call 01332 59 39 39 |
Until SAT 4TH JANUARY
Pantomime: Peter Pan
Derby Arena, Pride Park, DE24 8JB Peter, Tinker Bell, Wendy and a very odd looking woman, who refuses to grow up, are in for a high-flying action-packed adventure. The lost boys and musical mermaids will take on some very potty pirates and the most dastardly villain of them all – Captain Hook! Tkts £11.50-£29.50. Running time: 2hrs 20m Tel: 01332 255800 www.derbylive.co.uk www.facebook.com/events/1957947100980183/ |
UNTIL Sun 5TH JANUARY
Nutcracker Code Trail
National Trust, Kedleston Hall, DE22 5JH Find the giant Nutcrackers along the Short Walk to crack the Christmas code. Pick up a trail sheet from Visitor Reception when you arrive, or just enjoy spotting the Nutcrackers along the walk. The trail is over half a mile of surfaced path, so be prepared to walk at least a mile. Please wear suitable warm clothing and footwear, as you would for any winter walk. There isn't a charge for the trail, but normal admission to the Park applies. www.facebook.com/events/2690390264331207/National Trust Kedleston Hall |
Throughout January
Jumping Clay Story Time January Sessions
Unit D, Markeaton Park Craft Village Term Time Story Sessions followed by optional mini make. Thu at 10.45am, Wed at 2pm, Fri at 1.15pm Open all week (except Tuesday) and all ages welcome. 2/1/20 OPEN. - 8am-5.30pm ***plus Jumping Camp*** 3/1/20 - 8am-5:30pm ***plus Jumping Camp*** 4/1/20 - 10.30am-3pm 5/1/20 - Closed 6/1/20 - 8am-5:30pm - ***plus Jumping Camp*** 7/1/20 - CLOSED 8/1/20 OPEN - 11am-3pm Jumping Camp is an all day school holiday session for Infant and Primary aged children. www.jumpingclay.co.uk |
Fri 3rd January, 10-11.30am
Family Friday: New Year
Museum & Art Gallery FREE - Give What You Think In this session the whole family is welcome to play, make and have fun together. This time we'll be thinking about the year ahead, making calendars and planning for 2020! Drop-in session, suitable for children aged 5+ with their grown-ups. |
Fridays in January 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups to enjoy crafts, games and stories inspired by the museums fabulous collections. Free. Friday 10th January Celebrating Language Friday 17th January What Do You Believe In? Friday 24th January Japanese Traditions Friday 31st January Chinese New Year www.derbymuseums.org |
Sat 4th January 10-11am
Sat 4th January 1.30-3pm
STEAM Tots
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand This sensory exploration has been designed for under 5s & their grown-ups to experience together. Play, make and learn together amongst the historic collections. Free event. www.derbymuseums.org |
mon 6th Jan 10.30am-12.15pm
Nature Tots
Carsington Water, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST Go wild in the wildlife discovery outdoor classroom at nature tots, a relaxed and friendly group for all children aged 0-5 years. Free flow around the sensory 'toys', get cooking in the mud kitchen, play music in the willow dome and relax in the hammock in the woodland area. Each session also has a led activity where the older children learn and explore a different theme each time with a Derbyshire Wildlife Trust leader. Free coffee and tea for the adults and biscuits for all at story time! Facebook event www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
TUE 7th January 10.30-11am
Handling History
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Get up and close to historic objects. Suitable for all and Free to attend. www.derbymuseums.org |
FRI 10TH - SUNDAY 12TH JANUARY 10.30AM - 3.30PM
Model Train Day
Erewash Museum, High St, Ilkeston Visit the museum to see a scale model of Ilkeston Town Station and a model of Toton Sidings. Train themed activities for children. www.erewashmuseum.co.uk |
SAT 18TH JAN 11AM-12.30PM
Family Forest School
Millfield's, Carsington Water, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3JL Come and join this monthly family forest school sessions in the woods around Carsintgon Water. Activities vary monthly but may typically include den building, woodland crafts using tools, fire lighting or art activities. Suitable for children 4 years and over. Booking essential. www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
Sun 19th January 10.30am - 12.30pm
Three Bears Cookery Club
Betty's Farm & Shop, Willington Making White Chocolate & Party Ring Cupcakes Everything included and you can take home your yummy bakes along with a recipe card and My Bake worksheet. £15 per child. To book please contact Ruth on 07973193362. www.threebearscookeryclub.com |
SUn 19th Jan 2.30 - 4pm
Nature Club
Sinfin Nature Reserve Children aged 11 and under and their families are welcome. Meet at the Pavilion at the Park entrance, next to the car park, You will spend a good part of the time out and about on the Park and Nature Reserve. At each session there is a different wildlife topic and, as well as exploring nature itself, there will be art and craft activities to tie in with the topic. They also serve free refreshments. Normally occurs every third Sat of the month. www.sinfinnaturereserve.org.uk |
mon 20th Jan 10.30am-12.15pm
Nature Tots
Carsington Water, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST Go wild in the wildlife discovery outdoor classroom at nature tots, a relaxed and friendly group for all children aged 0-5 years. Free flow around the sensory 'toys', get cooking in the mud kitchen, play music in the willow dome and relax in the hammock in the woodland area. Each session also has a led activity where the older children learn and explore a different theme each time with a Derbyshire Wildlife Trust leader. Free coffee and tea for the adults and biscuits for all at story time! Facebook event www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
Mon 20th - Fri 24th January
Brilliant Body Theme. Fancy dress superhero’s/people who help us. At all classes this week. For more details text Tracey. Tel: 07866689971 www.facebook.com/musictime2000 |
TUE 21st January 10.30-11am
Handling History
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Get up and close to historic objects. Suitable for all and Free to attend. www.derbymuseums.org |
Sat 25th January 1.15-6.30pm
Chinese New Year
Erewash Museum, High St, Ilkeston Rat themed lantern making workshops. Music, Story Telling and Dancing. www.erewashmuseum.co.uk |
Sat 25th January 5-9pm
Join in the fun of Stargazing at Alvaston Park by
- exploring the wonders of the night sky through one of the Derby and District Astronomical Society’s telescopes - listening to ‘starry’ stories - creating some astronomy-themed crafts - exploring the mysteries of science on Derby Museum’s Makory Bus - watching the illuminated model Alvaston Pirate Boats on the lake and much more… Refreshments available at the Waterside Cafe Wear sensible footwear, warm clothing and bring a torch. www.facebook.com/events/761884864329804/ |