Bakewell Events

Bakewell Show

The town is famous for its annual agricultural and horticultural show, which is one of the oldest in the country. Held on the first Wednesday and Thursday in August, it is staged on its own 32-acre ground close to the town centre. The show has a spectacular programme of events and displays, making it a great day out for everyone.

https://www.bakewellshow.org/

Bakewell Carnival

Every year in June/ July, Bakewell Carnival culminates in a large procession through the town, but the week leading up to it is jam-packed with events to watch and enjoy. There’s a 5-a-side football tournament, dog races, a raft race, welly & wheelbarrow race, the day of dance, and much more to entertain the entire family.

http://www.bakewellcarnival.co.uk/

Dogs Unleashed

Dogs Unleashed is an exciting fun-filled day out for the whole family. It takes place every June on the showground close to the town, there is plenty to fill the whole day, not to mention free entry for your dogs.

http://www.dogsunleashed.co.uk/

 Blessing of the Wells

This ancient custom is only found in Derbyshire. It is the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made from natural materials. Bakewell boasts as many as 8 well dressing, which give a real taste of Derbyshire history.

http://welldressing.com/venue.php?id=5

Bakewell Baking Festival

The world’s first baking festival returns each year with star bakers, demonstration theatres, live music, vintage games, camping, comedy night and lots of good old family and vintage fun.

http://www.bakewellbakingfestival.co.uk/

 Christmas Markets

          8th                                                                                                       Bakewell Christmas Sparkle

         11th – 15th                                                                                                               Haddon Hall