Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Wirksworth

"From west end classics to pop concerts there is something for everyone. The Theatre Royal built in 1865 has survived 2 world wars and seen the reign of 6 monarchs and still to this day hosts productions from all over the world. The Royal Concert Hall is built on the site of the old Empire theatre and today forms part of a complex including the Theatre Royal."

"The Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall is a venue that will best suit the elite. On a visit here you can enjoy top West End musicals and plays, pop, rock and classical music, children shows, opera and ballet and side-splitting comedy. The theatre and concert hall has something for all."

"Frank Matcham, the UK’s foremost theatre architect at the turn of the 20th century, designed Buxton’s 902-seat Opera House, which opened at Pavilion Gardens in 1903. After 25 years hosting touring opera and theatre companies, the Opera House functioned as a cinema before being restored and reopened as a live performance venue in the 1970s. It’s a marvellous building, both inside and out , with a pair of Neo-Baroque domes on the facade, and cherubim, gold leaf, exuberant plasterwork and frescoes adorning the auditorium."

"Proudly standing in the heart of this spa town is Buxton Opera House. Designed by celebrated theatre architect Frank Matcham, it opened amidst great celebration on 1st June 1903. You can still enjoy year-round live performances here and it’s always worth checking online to see what’s on."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user It's No Game used under CC BY-SA 2.0. Buxton Opera House has 902 seats and it is home to the annual Buxton Festival. It was also the host venue for the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival, pantomime at Christmas, and several musical events."

"Now a very highly regarded theatre, it first opened as arepertory theatre in 1948 and was previously a cinema. However its current building opened in 1963 and it has a fairly modern appearance, probably due to its refurbishment in 2004. The venue hosts a variety of different shows and notably, the ever popular theatre adaptation of the Kite Runner premiered there."

"Well known to locals as the site of the annual Goose Fair, the Forest Recreation Ground has just undergone a multi-million pound restoration. It’s a great spot for sports fanatics as it boasts facilities including multi-activity pitches, football pitches, an outdoor gym and plenty of leisurely walks. A perfect spot for a study break kickabout with friends as it’s just a 15 minute walk away from our student residences."

"Forest Recreation Ground was already a popular outdoor space with locals, but a £5.2 million restoration to modernise the area has made even more so. It covers a huge area and packs in dozens of fun activities to take part in, with an outdoor gym and several sports pitches. If you visit at the right time, you might catch a game of football in the Forest Sports Zone or a relaxing game of cricket by the pavilion."

"The forest ground is a great spot in Nottingham and is the location of many great events, like the annual Goose Fair. The ground also has football pitches, a community garden, and its dog friendly. The ground also has a pavilion with a café, toilets, and a function room."

"Visitors are taken on a guided tour around the windmill which is the onlyworking six-sailed stone tower windmill in England. During the tour you will discover the history of Heage Windmill, how the miller controls the mill, how stoneground flour is traditionally milled along with many anecdotes about the life of a miller. You can also buy some flour!"

"It supposedly dates back to Saxon times and was mentioned in the Domesday book. Today, the church is used by many different groups and is in fact the University of Nottingham’s official church. Although it is mostly used as a place of worship, other events are held here such as concerts and performances."

"The most atmospheric time to visit this beautiful stone church with a history stretching back to Saxon times is during evensong (6.15pm Wednesday during term time, 6.30pm Sunday year-round). It's mentioned in the..."

"Bar in bare-brick former lace factory with rums, cocktails and world beers, plus DJs and live music. The Lacehouse 14, Broadway, Nottingham, NG1 1PShttps://www.thelacehouse.co.uk/Current seating availability: need to book (click here to book)"

"With a penchant for all things rum, this charming cocktail bar is rooted in history. Located in one of Nottingham's former lace factories, the popular nightspot promises loft-style design, a laid-back vibe and live music until late."

"Set in a beautiful former lace factory, The Lacehouse offers great rum and cocktails accompanied by live music and DJ's. The dimmed lightning and brickwork make this place perfect for long conversations."

"Wirksworth Church, Derbyshire, has important and impressive Saxon carvings. Betti the Mercian monk may have been buried here, as are the Gell family and Anthony Lowe"