Japan Fest comes to Cromford in a celebration of Japanese culture. Japan Fest is taking over the Mill on Saturday 4th of May with a range of activities including Martial Arts demonstrations, Japanese arts and crafts, authentic handmade food. Look out for musical performances, Kimono Dress Up, Shopping and traders, plus much, much more. Bringing

North Derbyshire Cottage Garden Society returns once again with its popular plant fair in the Mill yard.

Sunday 12th May - 11:00am to 2:00pm Come and spend the day at Cromford and learn all about waterpower from 1750 to the present day. Starting at 11am join us for a close look at our modern waterwheel currently generating up to 25% of our electricity needs. A wonderful modern innovation on the site of

The Drivers Collection Car Show brings a high-quality modified car night to Cromford Mills.   

A marvellous Artisan Market showcasing local makers, artisans and producers. The market runs each third Sunday of the month in Arkwright's historic mill yard.  

Come and Build with us this Bank Holiday! Be part of Derbyshire's newest LEGO® fan event Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th May, 10am-4pm LEGO® Bricks Display, Competition and Prizes, Stalls & More! Don't miss seeing Masterbuilders, Light Up Models, Huge Machines, Greatball Contraptions  & Brick Pits. Funds raised will go to help the Arkwright Society

The Antiques Roadshow is back recording around the UK with some of Britain's leading antiques and fine arts specialists. We’re excited to be bringing the Roadshow to Cromford Mills, Cromford this year. On the day of Roadshow recordings, the specialists are on hand to offer free advice and valuations to visitors who are invited to raid their attics and

Dr Peter Collinge from Keele University will tell us the sad tale of debt and bankrupcy involving Margaret Outram, wife of Benjamin Outram, canal engineer and founder of the Butterley Company. Location: Gothic Warehouse, Mill Lane, Cromford A series of collaborative events between the Arkwright Society and Belper North Mill, looking to reveal interesting aspects

Cromford Mills – Paranormal Investigation ” What a fantastic place for a paranormal investigation!" We are surrounded by history and untold stories. Join Haunted Heritage at this incredible venue as we try to communicate with the ghostly residents For more information and to book tickets: Cromford Mills - Paranormal Investigation. Derbyshire (hauntedheritage.co.uk)

A marvellous Artisan Market showcasing local makers, artisans and producers. The market runs each third Sunday of the month in Arkwright's historic mill yard.  

Our 2nd Annual Beer Festival brings you our biggest ever selection of cask ales and craft beers, from some of the best local and national breweries. Fantastic live music, entertainment, and tasty street food - what’s not to like! ★ NEW FOR 2024★  Look out for our new Cask Ale bar in Arkwright's historical Mill plus

Join us for an evening with Jane Middleton-Smith, Archivist at John Smedley’s historic mill. Jane will talk about her fascinating work at the Archives and exciting plans for a museum. Location:  Number 28 Market Place, Belper A series of collaborative events between the Arkwright Society and Belper North Mill, looking to reveal interesting aspects of