Mon 1st November - Thu 16th December
Music Time
Hilton, Chellaston, Stenson Fields, Allestree, Mickleover, Melbourne & Willington. Music & movement classes, suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children. 1-5 Nov - Jungle Theme - Monkeys, tigers and dinosaurs! 8-26 Nov - Jungle/Dinosaur Party. Fancy dress, spots, strips & animal prints . 29 Nov - New Winter / Christmas Theme. Snow, jingle bells and even a little donkey! Text Tracey to book: 07866 689971 www.facebook.com/musictime2000 |
THURSDAYS IN NOVEMBER 10.15-11.15AM
STEAM BABIES
Museum of Making In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 years and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of their fabulous collections. There are opportunities to look at materials in different ways and get creative with how to play. Free - give what you think. Places are limited so booking is essential. • Thursday 11th November • Thursday 18th November • Thursday 25th November www.derbymuseums.org |
Fri 5th November 4-7pm
Fireworks Night and Fun Fair
The Incora County Cricket Ground
Ppopular Fireworks Night and Fun Fair will return to The Incora County Ground as they light up the November sky over Derbyshire once again. Fun Fair from 4pm. Fireworks display approx. 7pm. Adult £5, Under 12 £3, Under 3 FREE, Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 Under 12s) £12.
www.cricket.derbyshireccc.com/events
Fri 5th and Sat 7th November
Family Fireworks Night
CONKERS, Swadlincote, DE12 6GA The best fireworks display with laser dancers and fire breathers in The National Forest! fairground amusements, train rides, face painting, balloon modelling. Split into zoned areas for family comfort and experience. www.visitconkers.com |
Sat 6th November 10-11am
Saturday Boogie Woogie Babes
All Saints Church Hall, Mickleover Music & movement for toddlers & pre-school age children. This is the usual weekly class but with addition of an activity table too. Older siblings welcome. Contact Shelagh to book: 07889 962332 |
Sat 6th November 5-9.30pm
Fireworks Night
Midland Railway, Butterley, Ripley
Frequent services from 5.30pm (last train at 7.15pm). Display with music starting at 7.30pm at Swanwick Junction.
www.midlandrailway-butterley.co.uk
Midland Railway, Butterley, Ripley
Frequent services from 5.30pm (last train at 7.15pm). Display with music starting at 7.30pm at Swanwick Junction.
www.midlandrailway-butterley.co.uk
Sat 6th & 20th November 10-11.30am
STEAM Tots
Museum of Making This loose parts play session offers a sensory and playful exploration of objects and materials, stimulating children’s curiosity, imagination, and experimentation. Sessions run fortnightly. This is a drop in session, suitable for children 2-5 years old with their carers. www.derbymuseums.org |
Sat 13th November 3.30-6.30pm
Derby Christmas Lights Switch On
Derby Market Place
The traditional Christmas celebration will be held on the Market Place from 3.30pm and includes a festive parade from The Spot leading up to the big switch-on event around 6pm. Free event.
www.derbylive.co.uk
Derby Market Place
The traditional Christmas celebration will be held on the Market Place from 3.30pm and includes a festive parade from The Spot leading up to the big switch-on event around 6pm. Free event.
www.derbylive.co.uk
Sat 20th Nov - Fri 31st Dec
Festive Woodland Walk
Garden King, Swadlincote, DE11 0TX
A magical woodland walk, an outdoor lit woodland trail with magical displays and decorations, photo opportunities, quizzes and more. (note: The Grotto experience is a separate event). Adults £1, Child £2.
www.gardenking.digitickets.co.uk/tickets
Garden King, Swadlincote, DE11 0TX
A magical woodland walk, an outdoor lit woodland trail with magical displays and decorations, photo opportunities, quizzes and more. (note: The Grotto experience is a separate event). Adults £1, Child £2.
www.gardenking.digitickets.co.uk/tickets
Fri 26th Nov - 9th Jan 4.30-10pm
Wollaton Hall Illumination Trail
Woolaton Hall and Deer Park, NG8 2AE
Visitors of all ages will be captivated by this visually stunning multi sensory experience of light, fire and sound. A brand new trail for 2021 will bring new smiles of delight as the park is transformed into a magical wonderland.
www.christmasatwollaton.org
Woolaton Hall and Deer Park, NG8 2AE
Visitors of all ages will be captivated by this visually stunning multi sensory experience of light, fire and sound. A brand new trail for 2021 will bring new smiles of delight as the park is transformed into a magical wonderland.
www.christmasatwollaton.org
Sat 26th Nov - Thu 23rd Dec
Statfold Barn Santa Express
Statfold Barn Railway, Tamworth, B79 0BU
Children will collect their golden tickets as the whole family join the jolly elves and climb aboard the Santa Express and be transported to the North Pole in the beautifully lit steam train where an abundance of fun and excitement awaits.
www.statfoldbarnrailway.co.uk
Statfold Barn Railway, Tamworth, B79 0BU
Children will collect their golden tickets as the whole family join the jolly elves and climb aboard the Santa Express and be transported to the North Pole in the beautifully lit steam train where an abundance of fun and excitement awaits.
www.statfoldbarnrailway.co.uk
Fri 26th November 10-11.30am
Tots Make and Do
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand, DE1 1BS Tots Make and Do is a drop in monthly session where 2 - 5 yr olds & their carer are welcomed for crafts, games & stories. FREE - Give what you think. www.derbymuseums.org |
Sat 27th November - Sun 2nd January
Christmas Adventure Quest
Bolsover Castle Explore Bolsover Castle with a festive family-friendly adventure. Follow the trail, find the clues and discover the hall’s amazing stories and secrets. www.english-heritage.org.uk |
Sat 27th November - 24th December 10am-8pm
Winter Wonderland
CONKERS, Swadlincote, DE12 6GA Wrap up warm and get ready for a silly Elf adventure as you arrive at Waterside Winter Wonderland, where Santa’s Chief Elf and his team will send you through the Enchanted Forest and the Valley of Christmas Lights to discover Santa’s Woodland Grotto. www.visitconkers.com www.visitconkers.com |
27th-28th November, 4th-5th, 11-12th, 18th-19th & 23rd-24th December
Santa’s Snowlympics
Bluebells, Locko Rd, Spondon
Celebrate the joys of winter; you’ll discover the TREEmendous trail and an exciting snow contest. The Great Penguin Sleigh Race is the race to end all races, and Santa & friends will also be there.
www.bluebelldairy.co.uk
Bluebells, Locko Rd, Spondon
Celebrate the joys of winter; you’ll discover the TREEmendous trail and an exciting snow contest. The Great Penguin Sleigh Race is the race to end all races, and Santa & friends will also be there.
www.bluebelldairy.co.uk
Selected dates 27th Nov - 24th Dec
North Pole Adventure
National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton, DE13 9SJ
Experience the wonder of Christmas on your adventure to the North Pole. Help the elves get ready for Christmas and meet the talking polar bear. Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas before meeting Father Christmas.
www.adventurefarm.co.uk
National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton, DE13 9SJ
Experience the wonder of Christmas on your adventure to the North Pole. Help the elves get ready for Christmas and meet the talking polar bear. Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas before meeting Father Christmas.
www.adventurefarm.co.uk