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City Taxis agrees tasty partnership with Eat in the Park Festival

City Taxis has announced a partnership with Chesterfield’s new food and music festival, Eat In The Park. 

The festival is set to make its debut in Chesterfield this August, after holding a string of successful festivals since it’s 2020 launch in Buxton.

Set to take place over the weekend of August 5th and 6th in Queens Park, the festival promises to be a fun-packed family-friendly weekend, with live music from top tribute bands, delicious food including Chesterfield favourite, Fat Pig BBQ, and locally sourced drinks from Buxton Brewery.

Kate Beswick, Client Relationship Manager at City Taxis said: “I am delighted to be collaborating with Eat in the Park and am confident it will be a great addition to the town centre.

“Having been and enjoyed the festival the last 2 years in Buxton, it has the full festival feel that all the family can enjoy, for a very reasonable price.”

The inaugural Chesterfield event will also comprise:

– Live music across two stages
– VIP area – private bar, luxury loos, viewing platform, magicians and more
– Tribute artists and local talent
– Vendors serving cuisines from around the world
– Kids entertainment – Face painting, Bubbles Away, Disney Performers, Roaming acts and more.

Co-founders of Eat in the Park, George Darbyshire and Jake Burnham, commented: “We are extremely excited to be partnering with City Taxis for Eat in the Park Chesterfield in Queens Park.

“Our partnership with City Taxis will ensure that festival goers can take advantage of their great service and get to and from the festival safely!”

As the official taxi partner to the festival, City Taxis will be introducing an official taxi pick-up and drop-off point at various key locations, enabling festival goers to get in and out of the park safely and conveniently.

With thousands of people set to attend the event, passengers are being encouraged to pre-book their taxis ahead of the event. As ever with festivals, the demand for taxis will be high at the close of each day, but there are plenty of options in Chesterfield town centre to continue your evening.

Find out more about things you could be getting up to in the evening here in Chesterfield: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/visiting/places-to-visit/night-out/

To pre-book your taxis, please call City Taxis on 01246 222 222 or download their free booking app: https://lnk.to/VykGaN

Festival tickets are available here: https://lnk.to/VcLM2zsM

City Taxis supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Chatsworth announces signature events and new additions for 2023

An exhibition celebrating Chatsworth’s 500-year history of design and creativity leads a season of discovery across the house, garden and park of the Derbyshire estate this year. Mirror Mirror: Reflections on Design at Chatsworth opens 18 March 2023.

All the signature events are back, from the Chatsworth International Horse Trials in May to the three-day Chatsworth Country Fair in September with the show stopping festive season opening in early November. New for 2023 is a Celebration of Derbyshire Women for International Women’s Day.

As well as the popular annual events, a year of discovery awaits the curious with a carefully curated programme of activities from landscape drawing and gardening clubs to exploring literary gems in the library and getting a behind-the-scenes insight into the historic textiles conservation.

Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground: 11 – 26 February 2023

Chatsworth Farmyard

Opening for February half-term, there is plenty for children to enjoy from feeding the animals to learning all about the rare breeds thriving at the farmyard including the Suffolk Punch horses, Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Bagot goats and Cream Legbar chickens. The farmyard has Rare Breeds Survival Trust accreditation in recognition of its important contribution to the conservation of some the rarest livestock and equine breeds native to the UK, making it the perfect place to see these animals up close. There will also be crafty creative sessions under cover and tractor and trailer Discovery tours into Stand Wood.

International Women’s Day: 10 March 2023

Curated and hosted by the High Sheriff in Nomination 2023/24, Theresa Peltier, a celebration of Derbyshire women will take place at Chatsworth. The day will feature displays and a rolling series of talks, discussions and performances by women from a diverse range of backgrounds on topics as broad as running small businesses, creating art, or providing charity and other services to the communities of Derbyshire. This free to access, drop-in event is open to all and also features local singer songwriter Carol Fieldhouse; writer, poet and performer Seni Seneviratne; resident sculptor at Derbyshire Eco Centre, Sue Allanson; Derbyshire Lord Lieutenant Mrs. Elizabeth Fothergill CBE and charities such as Women’s Work and Adoption East Midlands.

Mirror Mirror: Reflections on Design at Chatsworth: 18 March – 1 October 2023

Chatsworth has been a centre for creativity and new ideas for more than 500 years. This exhibition brings the legacy up to date and introduces new works from 16 leading international artists to the house and garden. Contemporary pieces in the historic setting make unexpected connections with the architecture, interiors, furniture, ceramics as well as its essential materials of glass, stone, wood, and light.

Chatsworth International Horse Trials: 12 – 14 May 2023

Chatsworth Horse Trials

World-class equestrian competition across the three disciplines of cross country, show jumping and dressage combine with the fun dog show, children’s entertainment and have-a-go dog agility to make for a memorable experience for all the family. Book before 30 April for early bird tickets.

Chatsworth Country Fair: 1 – 3 September 2023

Chatsworth Country Fair

One of Britain’s most spectacular annual outdoor events held in the 1000-acre parkland, Chatsworth Country Fair delivers three action-packed days of thrilling Grand Ring entertainment, inspirational cooking masterclasses, countryside crafts, interactive activities and a vintage fun fair. Book before 30 June for early bird tickets.

Christmas at Chatsworth: 4 November 2023 – 7 January 2024

Chatsworth Christmas_ Painted Hall. Credit DPC Photography

Chatsworth’s must visit Christmas season will see the house transformed from early November. While the theme is a hotly guarded secret until September, preparations are already underway for the show-stopping festive display.

In the garden

The ongoing work around the recently developed area of the garden known as Arcadia continues, with the glades now looking spectacular as the planting led by designer Tom Stuart-Smith has become established since it was planted. Other work includes 200 Rhododendrons being planted to repopulate the area around the Ravine and Grotto Pond. This year, there are more opportunities to engage with the 105-acre garden from landscape sketching and creative sessions for children to gardening clubs for all ages, as well as talks and workshops from the expert garden team.

In the park

Free to access all year-round with free parking until 16 March, and well-served by local transport links, the trails and paths in Chatsworth Park offer the perfect setting for enjoying the Derbyshire landscape. Three new waymarked paths have been created in Stand Wood above the house to make it easier to explore the medieval woodland located on the hill near the farmyard. For those who would like to find out more about the landscape, an expert from the park team will be running two hour walking tours focusing on the flora and fauna and sharing insights into what goes into managing the estate which includes 1,000 acres of parkland and the river Derwent.

For more events and activities taking place in Chesterfield throughout 2023, go to: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/visiting/events/

Chatsworth supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

Chatsworth House

Chatsworth House

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Dronfield Arts Festival 2023 to entertain the whole family this Summer

Organisers of the Dronfield Arts Festival say they are excited to be bringing a bumper lineup of music, food and entertainment to the event this year.

Taking place from 7th-9th July, the festival will begin on Friday with an evening of music at Dronfield Hall Barn, featuring several local bands. Confirmed to perform on the evening are The Cellar Thieves, McShane and Shaw, Phil Doleman and Barnsdale Hood.

On Saturday 8th July, the festival then moves across to manor gardens, Civic Hall and the Barn with a variety of acts, food and entertainments throughout the day. Saturday night will see the Greentop Circus performing a cabaret style show at the Civic Hall.

The final day of the festival will once again see a mix of acts, food and entertainments throughout the day.

Sam Reavey, Creative Manager at Dronfield Heritage Trust commented: “We are super excited to be bringing the Arts Festival. This year we have moved the date to July, so it will be even more anticipated when the date comes around.

“The Arts Festival is designed to bring the whole community together. We offer a wide range of different entertainments and refreshments and make as much as we can free. The festival has the opportunity to bring communities together and instils a sense of community pride. We hope our festival teach people new things, and strengthen relationships.

“The footfall our the weekend goes into the 1000s, and is the perfect opportunity for businesses to connect with new or existing customers. Being a part of the festival hopefully benefits businesses both economically and holistically.”

All entertainment at the festival is free of charge, unless stated. Follow Dronfield Hall Barn and Dronfield Arts Festival on Facebook for the upcoming details.

Dronfield Hall Barn and Dronfield Arts Festival support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

 

Dronfield Arts Festival

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Exciting new music and food festival to arrive in Chesterfield this summer

A new music and food festival is set to bring thousands of visitors to Chesterfield, with a number of exciting acts already confirmed.

Eat In The Park has already proven a successful event in nearby Buxton, and those in attendance at the Chesterfield event will enjoy two stages full of entertainment for all the family and food vendors selling food from around the globe.

The event, which takes place over two days on the 5th and 6th August will see world-renowned tributes to The Killers, Abba, Take That and Arctic Monkeys take to the stage, among many others.

Taking place in one of the town’s most scenic locations, Queen’s Park, Eat in the Park is part of a host of great events coming to Chesterfield this Summer.

Speaking about the event, Eat In The Park Co-Founder Jake Burnham commented: “We’re extremely excited to be bringing Eat In The Park to Chesterfield for the first time this year.

“Over the weekend, there will be food, entertainment and music to suit all tastes, providing a great experience for the whole family.

“Our event sees Main Stage and the Buxton Brewery Tent stage, both with six acts appearing on each stage each day. There will be a mixture of tribute acts and local performers to entertain those attending, as well as entertainment for children with the performers singing a range of well-known children’s songs from TV and film.”

George Darbyshire, Co-Founder of Eat In The Park said: “We’re looking forward to supporting Chesterfield and the surrounding area by bringing visitors into the town, both old and new, and helping to put Chesterfield on the map. It’s a great town to hold the second event in and we can’t wait until August.”

“For the kids, we have so much to offer from face painting, bubble artists, Disney performers, children’s entertainers, multi sports and so much more… this event is for all the family and we can’t wait to welcome everyone to our exciting event.”

To find out more about Eat In The Park, including the exciting line-up of acts and entertainment, go to: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/events/eat-in-the-park-festival

For more information on things to do when visiting Chesterfield, along with a great range of upcoming events, go to: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/visiting/

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Chesterfield’s popular Walking Festival to return in May 2023

Residents and visitors being encouraged to get outdoors and enjoy what our town and wider area has to offer, as the popular Chesterfield Area Walking Festival returns for another year.

The annual festival takes place from Saturday 13 to Sunday 21 May 2023 and it includes gentle strolls, family walks and big days out for seasoned hikers. Tickets for the festival will be available to book from Monday 13 February.

Councillor Kate Sarvent, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “The Chesterfield Area Walking Festival is a great event that encourages you to explore the beautiful countryside locations around Chesterfield, Bolsover and North East Derbyshire. It will help you discover some hidden gems that you may not be aware of and the programme has been designed to ensure that there are walks suitable for all abilities.

“The festival is always really popular and regularly sells out. If any of the events interest you, then book your ticket as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.”

There are lots of different types of walks planned, there are walks for the family to enjoy like the Bumblebee Safari where you can find out more about these important pollinators, a Buggy Walk for parents of young children around Queen’s Park, a family friendly Wildlife Hunt and the popular Boat and Boots which includes a trip along the Chesterfield Canal.

Walks focussed on history include an exploration of Creswell Crags and Holbeck, a tour focused on the restoration of the Chesterfield Canal, a guided walk discovering the history of the Avenue Country Park, and a tour of the Chesterfield Museum stores, featuring items from the collection some of which have not been on display before.

For the more experienced hiker the festival includes a few strenuous walks like the popular 34-mile Chesterfield Round, a tour of Harewood and Longside Moors and a hike around the Big Moor Stone Circles.

Booking is essential but most walks included in the festival are free to attend, with a small fee for the rest.

Find out more about the festival by visiting: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/events/chesterfield-walking-festival

Chesterfield Area Walking Festival

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Wide range of half-term activities announced for Chesterfield this February

A whole host of activities for the whole family have been announced by Chesterfield Borough Council this February half-term.

Activities include a Traditional Games Day hosted by Chesterfield Museum, nest box making in local parks, special screenings and performances at the Winding Wheel Theatre and the return of the Holiday Club to Queen’s Park Sports Centre.

Councillor Kate Sarvent, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “We’ve got lots planned for this half term in Chesterfield, including some great free or low-cost options. Whether it’s experiencing history, making nest boxes or visiting the theatre, there is something for everyone this half term.”

Find out more about the different activities taking place at council venues across Chesterfield below. For all events taking place across Chesterfield this February half-term, go to: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/visiting/half-term-in-chesterfield/.

Chesterfield Museum

Whilst the Museum is closed for renovation the Chesterfield Museum team will be hosting a Traditional Games Day from 10am to 4pm on Thursday 23 February in the Pavements Centre (the vacant unit opposite Poundland).

The free drop-in session will include games from the Medieval, Tudor, and Victorian periods including Quoits, Shove ha’penny, Skittles, Nine Men’s Morris and more.

There will also be a selection of craft activities including creating a Snakes and Ladders game, a Bird and Cage Thaumotrope (an optical illusion from the Victorian era) and a pop-up teddy (a Victorian style puppet toy).

Children must be accompanied by an adult. As it is a free session, with limited space, visitors may need to wait to participate in an activity. Find out more about the event on the council’s website: www.chesterfield.gov.uk/home/events/traditional-games-day

Chesterfield Parks

The parks team will be holding nest box building sessions in parks across Chesterfield throughout the week.

The free sessions will take place on:

  • Monday 20 February, 1pm-3pm – Monkey Park (Chester Street)
  • Tuesday 21 February, 11am-2pm – King George V Playing Field (Staveley)
  • Friday 24 February, 11am-2pm – Eastwood Park (Hasland)

To avoid disappointment please book your place by emailing greenspaces@chesterfield.gov.uk or call 01246 959 415.

This is an outdoor activity, please wear appropriate clothing. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Visitors can also take part in the Xplorer challenge, a family friendly navigation activity. Simply find the markers in parks to take part.

Queen’s Park Sports Centre and The Healthy Living Centre

Queen’s Park Sports Centre Holiday Club will return from Monday 20 until Friday 24 February.

The week includes a wide range of activities including trampolining, team games and a mini-Olympics.

Suitable for children aged 6 to 14, parents can book either a whole day for £16 or a half day for £9, with flexible pick up and drop off times available. Find out more about the available sessions and how to book places on the council’s website: www.chesterfield.gov.uk/sport-and-leisure/activities/childrens-activities/childrens-holiday-activities

At the Healthy Living Centre on Saturday 18 and 25 February the inflatable Spike Island will be available from 2.20pm for children aged between 8 and 15. This activity must be booked in advance.

Children’s climbing clubs and taster sessions will also be happening throughout the week, more details are available on the council’s website: www.chesterfield.gov.uk/sport-and-leisure/activities/climbing

Winding Wheel Theatre

On Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour.

This family show is an adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem when an unexpected visitor arrives, with oodles of magic, sing-along songs, and clumsy chaos.

Performances are at 11.30am and 2.30pm – tickets are £15.50 and can be booked on the Chesterfield Theatres website: https://chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk/tiger

A special half-term cinema screening of Jurassic World: Dominion will be at 2pm on Tuesday 21 February. Tickets can be booked on the Chesterfield Theatres website: https://www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk/dominion

 

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Chesterfield to host a packed programme of events in 2023

Residents and visitors are encouraged to ‘save the date,’ as details of a packed programme of events is coming to Chesterfield are announced for 2023 – including some exciting new additions.

Designed to provide fun and unique experiences for our communities, this year’s events programme will continue to support the town centre and the wider borough by encouraging people to spend more time in Chesterfield, while enjoying the borough’s award-winning parks.

Among the new Chesterfield events in 2023 is Eat in the Park – a two-day live music event hosted in Queen’s Park this summer. The event, which will include two stages full of entertainment for all the family and food vendors selling food from around the globe, will take place on 5 and 6 August 2023, with tickets on sale now.

There will be two stages, the main stage and the Buxton Brewery Tent stage, both with six acts appearing on each stage each day. There will be a mixture of tribute acts and local performers to entertain those attending, as well as entertainment for children with the performers singing a range of well-known children’s songs from TV and film.

Councillor Kate Sarvent, cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “Chesterfield is set to be a hive of activity this year, with a fantastic range of entertainment happening in and around the town centre, and in our award-winning parks.

“We’re delighted to welcome the Eat in the Park event as an exciting new addition to this year’s calendar. This took place in Buxton for the first time last year and was very successful, with just under 5,000 people attending the event each day – and we’re sure it will be just as popular in Chesterfield this summer.”

One of the Eat in the Park event organisers Jake Burnham explained: “We are extremely excited to bring Eat in the Park to Queen’s Park in Chesterfield – it’s a great town to hold the second event in and we can’t wait until August.”

The Chesterfield Food and Drink Festival is taking place on 22 and 23 July and will include a variety of food retailers, as well as a drinks marquee. Children at the event will also be able to enjoy the Bubble Magicians and other entertainment. There will also be music at the event from a few local bands too.

Councillor Kate Sarvent continued: “The Chesterfield Food and Drink Festival is a new edition to the event calendar too, this will take place in Queen’s Park in July and is free to enter.”

Now a firm favourite on the calendar, the popular Chesterfield Pride event will take centre stage at Stand Road Park on 23 July – with live music and acts throughout the day. The event is now recognised as the region’s biggest LGBTQ celebration.

Chesterfield Borough Council’s events programme is part of the Love Chesterfield campaign – launched in partnership with Destination Chesterfield to celebrate everything that’s great about the town, while supporting the trading ambitions of local retail, hospitality and leisure businesses.

Councillor Sarvent added: “As well as some new additions to our line up we’re also planning for the return of some of people’s favourite local events – including the Medieval Fun Day and the 1940s Market. It’s all about bringing Chesterfield to life, creating opportunities for people to make lasting memories, and to come out and show their support for our amazing local businesses.”

More details of each event will be published over the coming months, but key dates and details to note include:

Chesterfield Festival of Cricket – 11 June – 18 June

The Chesterfield Festival of Cricket, in association with Chesterfield Borough Council, returns to Queen’s Park this June. The event promises to be the biggest ever festival at the park with Derbyshire facing Yorkshire in the County Championship, starting on Sunday 11 June, before the Falcons take on the Vikings in Vitality Blast action on Sunday 18 June. Find out the latest information visit cricket.derbyshireccc.com/chesterfield-festival-of-cricket

Chesterfield Food and Drink Festival 22 – 23 July from 10.30am to 4.30pm

Being hosted in Queen’s Park for the first time. This event is free for the whole family to enter, and you can enjoy a range of food and entertainment throughout the weekend.

Chesterfield Pride – Sunday 23 July

Attend the region’s biggest LGBTQ celebration at Chesterfield Pride on 23 July. This event is happening at Stand Road Park, Chesterfield, and will feature live stage show entertainment.  Find out more about the event and buy your tickets by visiting: www.chesterfieldpride.co.uk

Medieval Fun Day – Tuesday 25 July

The popular Medieval-themed fun day is returning to entertain the crowds on 25 July 2023 10am to 4pm in Chesterfield town centre.

Eat in the Park – Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 August

Tickets are on sale now, to find out more about the event’s line up and to buy tickets visit eatinthepark.uk. If you have any questions about the event, please email info@eatinthepark.uk

1940s Market – Thursday 2 November

Crowds are expected to flock to Chesterfield to attend the 1940s market, a great event for all vintage fans. The event is taking place on 2 November, from 10am to 3.30pm to tie in with Chesterfield’s much-loved Flea Market.

Fireworks – Friday 3 November

Chesterfield Borough Council’s annual fireworks extravaganza is due to take place on 3 November and will be an event for the whole family to enjoy. Taking place at Stand Road Recreation Ground, Whittington Moor there will be a range of entertainment on the main stage – as well as the popular fireworks display.

Chesterfield Market and Christmas Lights Switch On – Sunday 19 November

Looking forward to Christmas 2023, the festive Christmas lights switch on is taking place on 19 November from 12 noon to 6pm and will be a great free afternoon out for all the family.

To keep up to date with all of the latest Chesterfield events in 2023 taking place around the borough visit: www.chesterfield.co.uk/visiting/events

Medieval Fun Day 2022

 

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Brand new Tractor Fest event coming to Chesterfield

Around 100 tractors will be on display at a new family-friendly festival coming to Chesterfield this Spring.

Tractor Fest is being organised in support of Ashgate Hospice and is set to take place at the Storforth Lane Industrial Estate in Hasland on 26th March.

From vintage vehicles to modern machinery – there will be a huge collection of tractors on display as well as fun activities, including mini tractor driving, colouring, arts and crafts and more.

The event, which is being held by Harold Lilleker & Sons Ltd in support of the hospice, costs £3 for adults and is free for children under the age of 11.

Jack Wood, Head of Fundraising at Ashgate Hospice, said: “We are delighted to be bringing Tractor Fest to Chesterfield this March in conjunction with Harold Lilleker & Sons.

“We’re so excited about this event as it promises to be a super fun day out for family and friends across North Derbyshire and beyond. Whether you’re a self-confessed petrol head or just looking for a day out with the family, there’ll be plenty on offer to keep you covered.

“The event will be taking place at our retail and fundraising headquarters in Hasland; so once you’ve finished browsing the engines on display, you can pop into our furniture store and clearance shop for a spot of shopping or stop by Ashgate Coffee Co for a cuppa and a bite to eat!”

All proceeds from Tractor Fest will help fund vital care for patients and families who need the care of the hospice.

The charity must raise £8 million each year so it can continue providing palliative and end of life care to people across North Derbyshire.

Pre-purchased tickets are not needed for the event and the entry fee can be paid on the gate.

The event will be taking place between 10am and 3pm. Its location can be found by searching S41 0QD into a satnav.

Any owners of a tractor or other farming vehicles who would like to showcase their vehicles is invited to contact the hospice directly to arrange this.

To find out more about Ashgate Hospice’s Tractor Fest head to the charity’s website at www.ashgatehospice.org.uk/tractor-fest

Alternatively, supporters can contact the hospice’s fundraising team on communityfr@ashgatehospice.org.uk or by calling 01246 567250.

Ashgate Hospice supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Peak District Highland Games recognised with national award

A major event in North Derbyshire, which attracts thousands of visitors each year has scooped a prestigious national award. The Peak District Highland Games, hosted by Matlock Farm Park and Man Beast Strongman Events won the ‘Best Event ‘ prize at the 2023 National Farm Attractions Network awards.

The coveted ceremony shines a light on farm parks all over the country who have membership with the highly-regarded organisation.

Lotty Hawkins, Assistant Manager at Matlock Farm Park commented: Matlock Farm Park is just thrilled to win the Best Event award from NFAN, with such strong competition from the best farm parks in the land.

“There’s such a large amount of preparation in the build up to the day, compared to other events we host, for instance setting up extra catering and stalls, grandstand seating, organising sponsors, promotion including our big social media prize giveaway campaign and more, but it is entirely worth it because it is such a special and unique event.

“Not only is it the farm park’s flagship event, but it’s a key Summer event for the region, gaining more of a following each year. Our team work so hard on the day, but they really enjoy the camaraderie of it all!

“It’s all with thanks of course to the super Man Beast organisers and athletes with their planning and delivery. Each year the strong men and women blow us and the crowd away by going the extra mile with all their might in events such as the Eight Tonne Tractor Pull, Tossing of the Caber and Peak Dinnie Stone Challenge. The children spectators in particular feel so inspired watching the athletes do their very best and of course, they love having photos taken with these real life ‘superheroes’.

“The wonderful, cheering spectators who come to enjoy the day with us really make the event special and we would like to thank everyone who supports Matlock Farm Park and The Peak District Highland Games.”

Andy Picken, Founder of Man Beast Strongman Events commented: “We are immensely proud that the Peak District Highland Games has won this prestigious award.

“Together with Matlock Park, Man Beast Strongman Events have created a truly unique national event combining the sport of strongman with the classic Highland Games for the Peak District National Park.

“The Athletes train throughout the year for these games, not only to chase the win but also entertain the amazing crowd and we thank every single one of them for the  commitment and performance they bring each year.”

Matlock Farm Park supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Spectacular ‘Shine a Light’ displays to wow visitors at Hardwick Hall

The National Trust’s Hardwick Hall near Chesterfield will host two nights of stunning after-dark displays for the final instalment of Derbyshire’s Shine A Light spectacular on Friday 17th & Saturday 18th February 2023.

Tickets for the magical events are selling fast as visitors prepare to watch Hardwick’s remarkable history unfold in a breath-taking display of light and sound projected against the dramatic backdrop of Bess of Hardwick’s Elizabethan masterpiece.

The displays will combine cutting-edge projections, moving animations, special effects, and live music to tell the story of the jewel in Bess’s crown. Witness tapestries come to life, landscapes re-form, and buildings rise and fall.

Plus, with live entertainment throughout each evening, and food and drink vendors selling treats from pancakes to Indian street food, Shine A Light promises fun for the whole family.

The displays at Hardwick Hall are the final instalment in a four-part programme of Shine A Light events that began at Cromford Mills in October 2022. The events have since thrilled hundreds of visitors at Elvaston Castle and Barrow Hill Roundhouse.

The displays are unique to each venue and visitors who watch all four chapters – and successfully spot the ‘hidden animal’ at each – have the opportunity to enter a prize draw to win a hamper of local produce.

Delivered by internationally-renowned Derbyshire-born video projection artists Illuminos, Shine A Light is designed to celebrate Derbyshire’s rich history and cultural heritage, boost the visitor economy and extend the tourism season during the traditionally quieter autumn and winter months.

Councillor Barry Lewis, Leader of Derbyshire County Council which commissioned Shine A Light, says: “Our second season of Shine A Light has been even bigger and better and the fourth and final instalment looks set to wow audiences once more.

“What better way to spend an evening than to see our local history and heritage brought to life with a modern-day twist. An event not to be missed!”

Jo Dilley, Managing Director of Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, says: “Shine A Light has already delighted hundreds of people with magical displays that shine the spotlight on Derbyshire’s rich cultural heritage.

“Each venue is unique, with its own story to tell, and not only do these events bring local history to life, they also support the recovery of local visitor economy businesses and offer a fantastic opportunity to enjoy an evening of entertainment with live music, food and drink. Get your tickets whilst you can!”

Shine A Light takes place at Hardwick Hall on 17th & 18th February 2023. Entry is from 17:30, with large-scale projections every 20 minutes throughout each evening. Tickets are £9 for adults and £6 per child (aged 4-16 inclusive, free for 3 and under).

For more information and to book tickets please visit: www.visitpeakdistrict.com/shine-a-light

'Shine A Light' hardwick

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International motivational speaker set to inspire people to champion Chesterfield

Chesterfield needs to champion itself better if it is to thrive in 2023 and beyond. That will be the message at this year’s Celebrate Chesterfield business conference.

At the conference, Global Business Awards Motivational speaker of the year 2021, Steve Judge will deliver a mini motivational workshop to inspire and motivate the town’s business community.

Steve Judge will be encouraging people to get behind Destination Chesterfield’s new plan which will see it position Chesterfield as a desirable and contemporary destination for visitors, investors and residents.

The free breakfast conference is being held on Thursday 2 March from 7.30am – 11.00am at The Winding Wheel Theatre.

Fully booked every year, businesses are being urged to book their tickets now to the free business conference.

In addition to Steve Judge, speakers at the conference will also include Andy Byrne, Property Development Director for the Devonshire Group, which is behind the future development and regeneration of 150 hectares of former industrial land in Staveley.

Now in its twelfth year, Celebrate Chesterfield, which is organised by Destination Chesterfield and in association with Addooco IT Ltd, has become a key date in the town’s events calendar and attracts more than 250 delegates each year.

Peter Swallow, Chair of Destination Chesterfield commented: “There is no denying that there are difficult times ahead for the UK economy. However, Chesterfield and its economy is resilient. We have weathered storms like this before and come out of them in a strong position with much to look forward to. The Celebrate Chesterfield event is a timely reminder to the business community of all the development that is taking place in the borough and continues to make it an excellent place to live, work and invest.”

Councillor Tricia Gilby, leader of Chesterfield Borough Council, added: “We have a fantastic town with a strong community but to ensure our borough continues to thrive, we must celebrate what makes us special and communicate this clearly to potential investors. I’d encourage members of the local business community to come along to this event to find out more about what we have planned and how we can work together to help ensure our borough achieves its potential.”

Richard Walters, Managing Director of Addooco IT Ltd, the event’s headline sponsor commented: “Addooco are delighted to be headline sponsors of Celebrate Chesterfield and look forward to welcoming all the delegates to this excellent event. We are proudly based in Chesterfield and have been supporting the business community with Managed IT, Cloud and Communications solutions since 2008.

“Not only does Celebrate Chesterfield showcase what is happening in our town, the event is a fantastic opportunity to promote the benefits of trading locally, connecting supply and demand to forge new relationships.”

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The event is also being supported by University of Derby, Choice Utility and Markham Vale.

Dan Molloy, Managing Director at Choice Utility commented: “As a company, we are delighted to be supporting Celebrate Chesterfield and helping to shout about what makes the town great. I’ve lived in Chesterfield since I was eight years old, and it has so many great things going for it. The connectivity is excellent from a logistical point of view and the town continues to move forward and evolve. The new developments at Markham Vale and the work being done at Chesterfield Waterside emphasise this. We really do love the town and are excited to play our part in shouting about it.”

A Markham Vale spokesperson said: “It’s great to see Celebrate Chesterfield taking place again for its ninth year – we’re very pleased to be able to support the event. It offers an excellent opportunity to find out more about Chesterfield and everything it has to offer.

“Chesterfield is a fantastic place to do business, as demonstrated by the phenomenal growth we’ve seen at Markham Vale and the creation of more than 2,700 new jobs.”

Markham Vale Business Park

This year, the event will also host the Derbyshire Festival of Business Exhibition, which is designed to showcase Derbyshire’s extensive business offer and capabilities.

Adam Doyle, Head of Business Engagement and Employability at the University of Derby which is supporting the Festival of Business Exhibition said: “We are once again proud to be the headline sponsor of the Celebrate Chesterfield showcase. The event is increasingly significant this year as we look to celebrate local business success in such challenging times, and we are pleased to be able to share this success wider as part of the Derbyshire Festival of Business. The festival plays a key role in continuing to support the business community to innovate and grow, aligned to our aim of raising skills and aspirations across our region. Working with businesses, we are helping to position our county internationally as a place to do business as well as a place to study, live and work.”

Celebrate Chesterfield exhibition

Exhibitor space is available at Celebrate Chesterfield 2023 and can be booked online at www.chesterfield.co.uk/celebrate/2023-exhibitor-booking-form/

To find out how you can help champion Chesterfield, book a delegate place at Celebrate Chesterfield 2023 by visiting www.chesterfield.co.uk/celebrate/

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