Warmer weather in the spring and summer tempt us out of our homes to see the sights and sample the great attractions that our county offers.
From food at Tideswell to real ale at Barrow Hill, music in Chesterfield to country crafts at Bakewell, here are the festivals to look out for in Derbyshire in 2023.
5. Chesterfield
Chesterfield Festival of Cricket will run at Queen's Park with Derbyshire hosting Yorkshire for five matches, running from June 11 to 18. To book tickets, go to https://derbyshireccc.ticketco.events Photo: Tony Johnson
6. Staveley
Chesterfield Canal Festival will be held at Staveley Town Basin on June 24 and 25 from 10am to 5pm. Activities will include canoeing, water walking balls, bumper boats and a mini digger. There will birds of prey, Newfoundland dogs, wildlife groups, craft and food stalls plus a real ale bar. The annual event is organised by Chesterfield Canal Trust Photo: Chesterfield Canal Trust
7. Stainsby
This year promises to be a particularly special one for Stainsby Festival, the longest-running event of its kind in Derbyshire. A public appeal has managed to raise enough money to secure the greenfield site at Brunt's Farm, Stainsby, near Heath so expect plenty of celebrations over the weekend of July 21-23. Seize The Day, Edwina Hayes, Broomdasher, Pete Davies and many more musicians will be performing live. Book tickets at www.stainsbyfestival.org.uk (photo: Adele Gillibrand) Photo: Adele Gillibrand
8. Chesterfield
Chesterfield's star-studded Pride will feature live performances by A1, Tinchy Stryder, Stooshe, Alex Party, Lolly and many more at Stand Road recreation ground, Whittington Moor, on July 23. Tickets are on sale at www.chesterfieldpride.co.uk (photo: Swahlita Collins) Photo: Swahlita Collins