What's On
Find out what's happening in Belper. We endeavour to publicise local events and are always pleased to be contacted with details. We cannot accept any responsibilities for external information provided nor any web-links. If you wish to add your own event to the calendar, click the "Add Item" button underneath the calendar and fill out the details. Entries to the diary are normally authorised within a few days.
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Belper Historical Society
Wed, 04 Jan 2023 19:30
Talk by Gary Spendlove: Brettles of Belper
Gary worked his way up from the shop floor of Brettles to become sales director, now he runs the Slenderella group based in Belper. Brettles grew from a small local hosiery firm in the early 19th Century to become part of the international Courtaulds company by the end of the 20th century.
Members free, visitors £5
- Venue:
- Strutts Community Centre
- Contact:
- info@belperhistoricalsociety.co.uk
Benefits advice drop-in
Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:00
Benefits advice drop-in 1300 to 1530 every Thursday.
- Venue:
- Belper Strutt Centre
- Contact:
- info@duwc.org.uk

New Year Litter Pick
Sat, 07 Jan 2023 09:30
Belper Town Council - New Year Litter Pick
- Venue:
- Coppice Car Park
- Contact:
- economy@belpertowncouncil.gov.uk
Line dancing in belper
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 20:00
Have you ever wanted to try line dancing ? If so we have opened a new class for complete beginners!
Our classes are fun and easy to follow.
This class is the brake down of our 7pm class to get everyone at the same speed.
Classes are friendly and welcoming.
Fun fitness in belper
- Venue:
- Vanessa's school of dance Derwent street
- Contact:
- 07984914260
Belper Historical Society Open Library
Sat, 28 Jan 2023 10:00
Belper Local History Society's large collection of local history books is open for members and non-members to view. Members are welcome to borrow books for up to two months free of charge. See website for catalogue.
- Venue:
- Strutts Community Centre
- Contact:
- info@belperhistoricalsociety.co.uk
Explosive Light Orchestra
Sat, 28 Jan 2023 19:30
Explosive Light Orchestra
St. Peter's Church
Explosive Light Orchestra (ExpLO) is a powerful tribute to ELO and a celebration of the music of Jeff Lynne and Electric Light Orchestra. Performing all the classic hits such as Mr Blue Sky, Livin' Thing, Telephone Line, Don't Bring Me Down, Evil Woman, Last Train to London, Turn to Stone and many more...
A must see tribute to the amazing ELO. Guaranteed to have audiences dancing.
The band consists of professional multi-talented musicians and singers who have played thousands of dates all over the world.
Explosive Light Orchestra are the best you can get; hear them, see them perform, judge for yourself... come and join in the celebration of the genius of one of Britain's best songwriters performed by musicians who have worked with legendary rock producer Mack (ELO, Queen, Rory Gallagher etc).
- Venue:
- St. Peter's Church
- Contact:
- Belper Fringe
Line dancing fitness
Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:00
Have you ever wanted to try line dancing ? If so we have opened a new class for complete beginners!
Our classes are fun and easy to follow.
This class is the brake down of our 7pm class to get everyone at the same speed.
Classes are friendly and welcoming.
Fun fitness in belper
- Venue:
- Vanessa's school of dance Derwent street
- Contact:
- 07984914260
Belper Historical Society
Wed, 01 Feb 2023 19:30
Talk by David Wood, Master Thatcher: The Life and Work of a Master Thatcher
Discover the ancient art of thatching - still very much alive today through the skill of modern master thatcher David Wood. David has been thatching for 48 years. When he left school, he took up an apprenticeship with George Mellor, a master thatcher from Cromford. He has worked on a wide variety of properties and gets immense job satisfaction from his trade. David is a member and Chairman of the North of England & Scotland Master Thatchers Association.
Members free, visitors £5
- Venue:
- Strutts Community Centre
- Contact:
- info@belperhistoricalsociety.co.uk

Janie B sings Northern Soul Classics
Sun, 05 Feb 2023 16:00
Janie B sings Northern Soul Classics
Rumours Retro Bar
30 Bridge Street, Belper, DE56 1AZ
Sunday 5 February, 4 - 5.30pm
Live vocalist from Milford, Janie B Marshall will be singing a selection of '60s and '70s Northern Soul rare and classic songs.
- Venue:
- Rumours Retro Bar
- Contact:
- 07944163737