

Posted in Church, Classified adverts, Events, Flora on Thursday July 16, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events, Uncategorized on Saturday July 11, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11th Sat | 10.00pm | World Cup | Legion/ Sycamore |
| 12th Sun | 9.00am | Minninglow March | Parson’s Croft |
| 12th Sun | 11.15am | Holy Communion | St Peter’s |
| 12th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 12th Sun | 6.30pm | Gold Top | Sycamore |
| 13th Mon | 12.30pm | Village Lunch | Memorial Hall |
| 14th Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 14th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 14th Tue | 8.00pm | World Cup | Legion |
| 15th Wed | 7.30pm | Parish Council Meeting | Memorial Hall |
| 15th Wed | 8.00pm | World Cup | Legion/ Sycamore |
| 17th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Church, Classified adverts, Events, Flora on Friday July 10, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Church, Classified adverts, Events, Flora on Wednesday July 8, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Classified adverts, Events, Out & About on Sunday July 5, 2026| Leave a Comment »

After the huge success of the first edition, we’re pleased to announce that the Minninglow March is back for 2026!
The Minninglow March explores a beautiful circular route from the pretty village of Parwich, a few miles North of Ashbourne, nestled in the Derbyshire Dales.
Sunday 12th July 2026, 9am. 2026 Entries open NOW Click here to enter
Posted in Events on Saturday July 4, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4th Sat | 3.00pm | Wakes – Strongman | Sycamore |
| 5th Sun | 9.15am | Holy Communion | St Michael’s |
| 5th Sun | 2.30pm | Methodist Service | St Peter’s |
| 5th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 6th Mon | World Cup | Sycamore | |
| 7th Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 7th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer – NO CLASS | Memorial Hall |
| 10th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Events on Saturday July 4, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Carnival & Recreation, Events, Wakes on Thursday July 2, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Carnival & Recreation, Events, Sport, Wakes on Tuesday June 30, 2026| Leave a Comment »
A massive thank you to everyone who organised, took part in and supported our hill race tonight. The official results will be released on the blog tomorrow, but here are a small selection of pics…
























Posted in Events on Friday June 26, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27th Sat | Wakes Saturday | ||
| 28th Sun | Wakes Sunday | ||
| 28th Sun | 9.15am | Morning Prayer | St Michael’s |
| 28th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 30th Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 30th Tue | 10.am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 30th Tue | 7.00pm | Wakes – Hill Race |
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Wed | 6.00pm | Wakes – Children’s Sports | Nethergreen |
| 2nd Thu | 5.30pm | Wakes – Speed Shear | Sycamore |
| 3rd Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 3rd Fri | 6.30pm | Wakes – Ball Race | Pump Hill |
| 4th Sat | 3.00pm | Wakes – Strongman | Sycamore |
Posted in Classified adverts, Events, Out & About on Wednesday June 24, 2026| Leave a Comment »

After the huge success of the first edition, we’re pleased to announce that the Minninglow March is back for 2026!
The Minninglow March explores a beautiful circular route from the pretty village of Parwich, a few miles North of Ashbourne, nestled in the Derbyshire Dales.
Sunday 12th July 2026, 9am. 2026 Entries open NOW Click here to enter
START / FINISH LOCATION
The Pavilion, Parwich
DISTANCE
The route is approximately 17 miles long with 2,000 ft of elevation
NAVIGATION
This is a self-navigation event, so please ensure that you are confident using either a GPX navigation system on your watch / phone OR a physical map & compass. We will only put minimal signage out on the course (such as at road crossings) & for the majority you’ll be following public right of ways or well-used trails
THE QUEST
Collect and Deliver! You’ll visit two points-of-interest on the route and will need to collect a card from each, and deliver them to the finish line in Parwich. There will be spot prizes at the finish for those with the funniest combination of cards!
AID STATIONS
There will be three aid stations for you to refuel & replenish your weary legs at during your Quest. There will be a selection of sweet & savoury snacks & light refreshments available, including REAL COCA COLA;
Aid Station 1 @ 3.5 miles – shortly after arriving on the High Peak Trail (you’ll need it after the initial climb!)
Aid Station 2 @ 9.4 miles – before the “Cliff” descent into Carsington Village
Aid Station 3 @ 14 miles – in Bradbourne by the Church, to provide energy for that last push to the finish!
ENTRY FEE
£35 UKA / TRA affiliated (+£2 unaffiliated)
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY FEE
– specific event parking in Parwich, only a 2 minute walk to the start / finish area
– finishers memento embroidered patch
– finishers’ goody bag containing light snacks & refreshments
– three aid-stations along the route (serving light refreshments incl. REAL COCA COLA)
– donation to Parwich Parish Council for maintenance of their beautiful village & facilities
– GPX of the route
– free to download event photos
– event results; results will be published within 24 hours of the event finish
– unique discount code for The Derby Runner (online and in store) who are kindly supporting the event
PRIZES
1st, 2nd and 3rd male & female will be recognised with trophies
For full information and to enter please visit the organisers website by clicking here
Posted in Events on Friday June 19, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21st Sun | 9.15am | Morning Prayer | St Peter’s |
| 21st Sun | Open Gardens | ||
| 21st Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 23rd Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 23rd Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 23rd Tue | 9.00pm | World Cup | Sycamore/ Legion |
| 24th Wed | 5.00pm – 9.00pm | Shuffleboard | Memorial Hall |
| 26th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 26th Fri | 3.15pm- 3.45pm | Mobile Library | The Green |
| 27th Sat | Wakes Saturday |
Posted in Events on Saturday June 13, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events on Saturday June 13, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14th Sun | 11.15am | Holy Communion | St Michael’s |
| 14th Sun | 2.30pm | History Society Lumsdale Visit | Lumsdale |
| 14th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 16th Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 16th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 17th Wed | 7.30pm | Parish Council Meeting | Memorial Hall |
| 17th Wed | 8.00pm | World Cup | Legion |
| 19th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Events on Saturday June 6, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7th Sun | 2.30pm | Joint Service | St. Peter’s |
| 7th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 7th Sun | 6.30pm | Country & Western Show | Sycamore |
| 8th Mon | 12.30pm | Village Lunch | Memorial Hall |
| 9th Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 9th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 12th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 12th Fri | 7.45pm | Film | Memorial Hall |
Posted in Carnival & Recreation, Classified adverts, Events, Wakes on Tuesday June 2, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Less than 4 weeks to go until the start of Wakes 2026! We still have some availability for stalls at the Wakes Village Market. Please contact Rosie W if you’d like to book a space – rosieposie2052@hotmail.com

Posted in Classified adverts, Events, Out & About on Saturday May 30, 2026| Leave a Comment »

After the huge success of the first edition, we’re pleased to announce that the Minninglow March is back for 2026!
The Minninglow March explores a beautiful circular route from the pretty village of Parwich, a few miles North of Ashbourne, nestled in the Derbyshire Dales.
Sunday 12th July 2026, 9am. 2026 Entries open NOW Click here to enter
START / FINISH LOCATION
The Pavilion, Parwich
DISTANCE
The route is approximately 17 miles long with 2,000 ft of elevation
NAVIGATION
This is a self-navigation event, so please ensure that you are confident using either a GPX navigation system on your watch / phone OR a physical map & compass. We will only put minimal signage out on the course (such as at road crossings) & for the majority you’ll be following public right of ways or well-used trails
THE QUEST
Collect and Deliver! You’ll visit two points-of-interest on the route and will need to collect a card from each, and deliver them to the finish line in Parwich. There will be spot prizes at the finish for those with the funniest combination of cards!
AID STATIONS
There will be three aid stations for you to refuel & replenish your weary legs at during your Quest. There will be a selection of sweet & savoury snacks & light refreshments available, including REAL COCA COLA;
Aid Station 1 @ 3.5 miles – shortly after arriving on the High Peak Trail (you’ll need it after the initial climb!)
Aid Station 2 @ 9.4 miles – before the “Cliff” descent into Carsington Village
Aid Station 3 @ 14 miles – in Bradbourne by the Church, to provide energy for that last push to the finish!
ENTRY FEE
£35 UKA / TRA affiliated (+£2 unaffiliated)
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY FEE
– specific event parking in Parwich, only a 2 minute walk to the start / finish area
– finishers memento embroidered patch
– finishers’ goody bag containing light snacks & refreshments
– three aid-stations along the route (serving light refreshments incl. REAL COCA COLA)
– donation to Parwich Parish Council for maintenance of their beautiful village & facilities
– GPX of the route
– free to download event photos
– event results; results will be published within 24 hours of the event finish
– unique discount code for The Derby Runner (online and in store) who are kindly supporting the event
PRIZES
1st, 2nd and 3rd male & female will be recognised with trophies
For full information and to enter please visit the organisers website by clicking here
Posted in Events on Friday May 29, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30th Sat | 7.30pm | Vinyl Night | Legion |
| 31st Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 2nd Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 2nd Tue | 9.30am | Morning Prayer | St Peter’s |
| 2nd Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 3rd Wed | Horticultural Society Trip – Wollerton | ||
| 3rd Wed | 7.00pm | Bingo | Legion |
| 5th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Events on Monday May 25, 2026| 1 Comment »
Posted in Events on Saturday May 23, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24th Sun | 9.15am | Morning Prayer | St. Peter’s |
| 24th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 24th Sun | 6.30pm | Abba Duo | Sycamore |
| 25th Mon | 11.00am- 4.00pm | Tea and Cakes | St Michael’s |
| 25th Mon | 2.00pm | Bike Ride | Legion |
| 26th Tue | Cancelled | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 27th Wed | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 27th Wed | 5.00pm – 9.00pm | Shuffleboard | Memorial Hall |
| 29th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 29th Fri | 7.45pm | Film | Memorial Hall |
| 30th Sat | 7.30pm | Vinyl Night | Legion |
Posted in Church, Events on Friday May 22, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Tea & Homemade Cake
at
St. Michael and All Angels’
Church
Alsop-en-le-Dale
Bank Holidays Monday
11am-4pm
Posted in Events on Friday May 15, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17th Sun | 11.15am | Morning Prayer | St. Michael’s |
| 17th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 17th Sun | 6.30pm | Neil Diamond (Jason Dale) | Sycamore |
| 18th Mon | 12.30pm | Village Lunch | Memorial Hall |
| 19th Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 19th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 19th Tue | 8.00pm | Darts | Legion |
| 22nd Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Events on Saturday May 9, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Sun | 11.15am | Holy Communion | St. Peter’s |
| 10th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 12th Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 12th Tue | 9.30am | Weekday Morning Prayer | St. Michael’s |
| 12th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 13th Wed | 7.30am | Annual Parish Council Meeting | Memorial Hall |
| 14th Thu | 7.00pm | Flower Festival Meeting | St Peter’s |
| 15th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Classified adverts, Events, Out & About on Thursday May 7, 2026| Leave a Comment »

After the huge success of the first edition, we’re pleased to announce that the Minninglow March is back for 2026!
The Minninglow March explores a beautiful circular route from the pretty village of Parwich, a few miles North of Ashbourne, nestled in the Derbyshire Dales.
Sunday 12th July 2026, 9am. 2026 Entries open NOW Click here to enter
START / FINISH LOCATION
The Pavilion, Parwich
DISTANCE
The route is approximately 17 miles long with 2,000 ft of elevation
NAVIGATION
This is a self-navigation event, so please ensure that you are confident using either a GPX navigation system on your watch / phone OR a physical map & compass. We will only put minimal signage out on the course (such as at road crossings) & for the majority you’ll be following public right of ways or well-used trails
THE QUEST
Collect and Deliver! You’ll visit two points-of-interest on the route and will need to collect a card from each, and deliver them to the finish line in Parwich. There will be spot prizes at the finish for those with the funniest combination of cards!
AID STATIONS
There will be three aid stations for you to refuel & replenish your weary legs at during your Quest. There will be a selection of sweet & savoury snacks & light refreshments available, including REAL COCA COLA;
Aid Station 1 @ 3.5 miles – shortly after arriving on the High Peak Trail (you’ll need it after the initial climb!)
Aid Station 2 @ 9.4 miles – before the “Cliff” descent into Carsington Village
Aid Station 3 @ 14 miles – in Bradbourne by the Church, to provide energy for that last push to the finish!
ENTRY FEE
£35 UKA / TRA affiliated (+£2 unaffiliated)
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY FEE
– specific event parking in Parwich, only a 2 minute walk to the start / finish area
– finishers memento embroidered patch
– finishers’ goody bag containing light snacks & refreshments
– three aid-stations along the route (serving light refreshments incl. REAL COCA COLA)
– donation to Parwich Parish Council for maintenance of their beautiful village & facilities
– GPX of the route
– free to download event photos
– event results; results will be published within 24 hours of the event finish
– unique discount code for The Derby Runner (online and in store) who are kindly supporting the event
PRIZES
1st, 2nd and 3rd male & female will be recognised with trophies
For full information and to enter please visit the organisers website by clicking here
Posted in Events on Saturday May 2, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events on Friday May 1, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Sat | 7.30pm | Music Quiz | Legion |
| 3rd Sun | 9.15am | Holy Communion | St. Michael’s |
| 3rd Sun | 2.30pm | Methodist Service | St. Peter’s |
| 3rd Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 3rd Sun | Postponed | Wife Race | Sycamore |
| 5th Tue | 9.30am | Weekday Morning Prayer | St. Peter’s |
| 5th Tue | Cancelled | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 6th Wed | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 6th Wed | 7.00pm | Bingo | Legion |
| 8th Fri | Closed | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in British Legion, Events, Oddfellows, Pub, Societies on Saturday April 25, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in British Legion, Events, Oddfellows, Pub, Societies on Thursday April 23, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events on Thursday April 23, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th Sat | St George’s Parade | ||
| 26th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 26th Sun | 6.30pm | Jason Dale – King & Cash | Sycamore |
| 28th Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 28th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 28th Tue | 7.30am | History Society Talk | Legion |
| 29th Wed | 7.30pm | Horticultural Society Talk | Memorial Hall |
| 1st Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 2nd Sat | 7.30pm | Music Quiz | Legion |
Posted in Events on Saturday April 18, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 20th Mon | 7.00pm | Carnival and Recreation Committee AGM | Legion |
| 21st Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 22nd Wed | 6.00pm | Shuffleboard | Memorial Hall |
| 24th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 24th Fri | 7.45pm | Film | Memorial Hall |
| 25th Sat | St George’s Parade |
Posted in British Legion, Events, Oddfellows, Pub, Societies on Tuesday April 14, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events, Photography on Sunday April 12, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Best Raft – Pennie and Phil Cooke
Raft race winner – Louise Hacking
Duck race
1st Dave Swindell (465) – £85
2nd Rob Bull (87) – £50
3rd Neil Barber (186) – £30
4th Chris Windle (102) – £20
Thanks to everyone who purchased ducks and to those who made some excellent rafts.
All funds raised help to support the St George’s day parade which is on Saturday 26 April.



Posted in Events on Friday April 10, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11th Sat | 2.00pm | Duck Race | Tissington Ford |
| 12th Sun | 10.00am – 1.00pm | Village Clean Up Day | Pump Shed |
| 12th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 12th Sun | 6.30pm | Dawn Fury | Sycamore |
| 13th Mon | 12.30pm | Village Lunch | Memorial Hall |
| 14th Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 14th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 15th Wed | 7.00pm | Save Our Swifts | Legion |
| 15th Wed | 7.30pm | Parish Council Meeting | Memorial Hall |
| 17th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
Posted in Events on Monday April 6, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in British Legion, Events, Oddfellows, Pub, Societies on Saturday April 4, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events on Friday April 3, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events on Friday April 3, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th Sun | 6.00pm | Wheelbarrow Race | Sycamore/Village |
| 5th Sun | 3.00pm – 4.00pm | Social Bowling | Parson’s Croft |
| 6th Mon | 2.00pm | Bike Ride | Legion |
| 7th Tue | CANCELLED | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 8th Wed | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 10th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 11th Sat | 2.00pm | Duck Race | Tissington Ford |
Posted in Events on Saturday March 28, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29th Sun | 6.30pm | Gold Top 60’s 70’s Country Music | Sycamore |
| 31st Tue | Blue Recycling and Green Garden Waste Bin Collection | ||
| 31st Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 1st Wed | 7.00pm | Bingo | Legion |
| 3rd Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |
| 3rd Fri | 3.00pm | String Quartet | St Peter’s |
Posted in Events on Saturday March 21, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events on Friday March 20, 2026| Leave a Comment »
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21st Sat | 6.00pm | Oddfellows Race Night | Legion |
| 22nd Sun | 9.15am | Morning Prayer | St Peter’s |
| 24th Tue | Grey Domestic Bin | ||
| 24th Tue | 10.00am | Stronger for Longer | Memorial Hall |
| 25th Wed | 6.00pm | Shuffleboard | Memorial Hall |
| 27th Fri | 9.30am – 1.00pm | Community Hub | Legion |