Derby Walking Festival
You can’t come to Derbyshire without exploring its famed scenery on foot. Walking is most definitely where it’s at, with festivals throughout the year aimed at amblers of all abilities. This time it’s Derby’s turn in the strolling spotlight, with the Derby Walking Festival (18 Sep-17 Oct). The compact city centre is steeped in history, so expect plenty of rewarding rambles – and fantastic pubs to stop off at along the way. derwentvalleymills.org
Onassis at Derby Theatre
See it here first: Olivier Award-winning actor Robert Lindsay takes the title role in Onassis, a new play by Martin Sherman, which opens at Derby Theatre (10-25 Sep) prior to a West End run. Based on Aristotle Onassis, the powerful shipping magnate and playboy who used his wealth to pursue women, personal vendettas and political influence, it is a biting account of how those with great power and wealth can lose all moral values. derbylive.co.uk
Just for Dogs Show
If you have a pooch to be proud of, take him or her along to the Just for Dogs Companion Dog Show, in Darley Park (15 Aug), where a number of classes for both pedigrees and crossbreeds means there’s every chance of winning. Proceeds go to Derbyshire’s Just for Dogs rescue and rehoming centre. justfordogs.org
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International cricket
Ah, the sweet sound of leather on willow… Settle back for a season of great cricket at Derbyshire CCC. Key dates include Derby vs Australia (8-9 Jul), England vs New Zealand (15 Jul), Derby vs Northants (16 Jul), Derby vs Yorkshire (18 Jul), Derby vs Gloucestershire (20 Jul), Derby vsWorcestershire (21 Jul) and Derby vs Middlesex (24-29 Aug).
GO OUT DEAL – ONASSIS
Go out readers booking tickets for Onassis, starring Robert Lindsay, at Derby Theatre, can claim two full-price tickets for the price of one for the following performances: Thu 9, Fri 10, Sat 11, Mon 13 and Tue 14 Sep.
To book, call 01332 255800 or visit the box office at Assembly Rooms or Derby Theatre. Please quote “Go out reader offer”. Subject to availability. derbylive.co.uk
