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Free Family Festivities fun returns to Markeaton Park

Tue 26 Nov 2024

Our annual feast of free festive fun is back at Markeaton Park. Family Festivities takes place on Sat 30 Nov and Sun 1 Dec. More

Darley Park Concert will top off a fabulous weekend of music

Tue 20 Aug 2024

A splendid night of classical music will mark the culmination of this year’s Darley Park Weekender. More

There’s lots going on for families in Derby this summer

Fri 12 Jul 2024

The summer holidays are nearly upon us but don’t worry – there’s lots to keep the children entertained. More

The Darley Park Weekender is coming

Tue 2 Jul 2024

We're working hard to make the Darley Park Weekender accessible and sustainable. More

Two free community events to bring summer fun to Derby

Wed 22 May 2024

Families can look forward to two fun-filled community events in Derby this summer. More

New operator secured for park’s high ropes course

Tue 7 May 2024

Work is underway to renovate the Markeaton Park attraction More

Free activities and meals for children as holiday scheme returns

Fri 15 Mar 2024

The Derby Holiday Activity and Food Programme is back for the Easter school holidays More

Outdoor Theatre and Cinema season returns this summer

Thu 7 Mar 2024

It will bring a fantastic selection of al fresco entertainment for all ages to enjoy, amid the beautiful surroundings of the park. More

Alvaston Park's 50th Anniversary Star Party

Tue 19 Dec 2023

Join the annual stargazing family event at Alvaston Park on Saturday 22 January. More

Annual Family Festivities event to bring joy to Markeaton Park

Tue 21 Nov 2023

Families can enjoy free festive cheer at Markeaton Park, as Family Festivities returns on 2 & 3 Dec 2023. More

Transforming Derby Racecourse into a vibrant community space

Tue 14 Nov 2023

Derby Racecourse park is transforming into a vibrant community space with the Football Hub development. More

Naughty Meg puppet workshops at Markeaton Park this half term

Thu 28 Sep 2023

The Babbling Vagabonds will be holding fun-filled workshops for families this October half term More

The Darley Park Weekender on sale for 2024!

Fri 25 Aug 2023

It’s become a landmark event in the Derby calendar and we’re delighted to announce that The Darley Park Weekender will return for 2024. More

Derby park’s new playground is officially open

Thu 3 Aug 2023

A new children’s play area has opened at South Avenue Park in Spondon. More

Derby’s free children’s holiday club programme returns for the summer

Wed 26 Jul 2023

Free activities for Derby children who receive free school meals. More

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