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What`s on in Belper in December
Just a few of the things happening in and around Belper
DECEMBER 2025
Boom Magazine Belper 24 great local walks for families,dog walkers
and those of us who just don't have legs we used to, find out
more here: http://bit.ly/short-
Hope for Belper
We have a Citizens Advice advisor at the Food & Community Hub
Tuesday & Fridays so please get in touch if you need any advice.
Advice sessions are:
Tuesdays 9am-
Tuesdays 12pm -
Fridays 12pm -
We are based at the Baptist Church on Bridge Street.
To book an appointment call the free phone adviceline on 0808 278 7954.
Citizens Advice Derbyshire Districts
Friday 12th


Darren Morgan plays at The Lion Hotel, Belper
Date & Location
Sunday, 12 Dec, 2026 at 07:00 pm (GMT)
The Lion Hotel Belper
24 Bridge Street, Belper, United Kingdom


In Door Bowls, Belper Community Hall -
Friday, – 1:00 – 5:00pm — Weekly on Friday`s
Pilates with Cathy, Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Friday, – 9:00am – 11:30am – Weekly on Friday`s
Coffee Morning in the Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Belper. -
Slimming World Group meet at Belper Town Football Club
Belper Town Football Club, Christchurch Meadow, Belper, DE56 1BA
Fridays 9:15am and 11:15am
Your Consultant's name is Sally – Telephone 07814655937
Please call the consultant for details
My real-
If you’re thinking of joining us don’t miss out! Please call your Consultant to book into one of our new member sessions or to pre-
You’ll get everything you need for a fab first week. Your first new member session will last around 45 minutes.
https://www.slimmingworld.co.uk/
Saturday 13th
BELPER TOWN FC v COVENTRY SPHINX H) -
NPL Midlands Division 2025/26 match
Belper RUFC 1XV v Ashbourne ll -
Midlands Division-
Belper Farmers Markets are held on the 2nd Saturday
of every month on the Market Place
from 8.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
There is free parking in the adjacent Coppice Car Park.
Café and crafts at No.28. Free entry.



With ROBERT DAVIES
Playing live at The Congregational Church
Church Walk, Green Lane, Belper

Saturday December 13 at The Queens Head,
Chesterfield Road, Belper.
Rakestone +The Lullabees.
Reservation via mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.
Dfacto at The Railway
Date & Location
Saturday, 13 Dec, 2025 at 08:30 pm (GMT)
The Railway Belper
25 King Street, Belper, United Kingdom
Dfacto at The Railway
Dance all the way to Xmas !

Futures Christmas Rock Night
Future RC
Date & Location
Saturday, 13 Dec, 2025 at 07:00 pm (GMT)
The Nags Head
5 High Pavement, Belper, United Kingdom
About the event
Futures Christmas Rock Night
Come and Party with us like only we know how all the usual festivities you expect from Future

Flying Solo
Kilburn Social Club
Date & Location
Saurdayt, 13 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm (GMT)
Folk Friendzy! Dance Group
Saturday`s -
Belper Community Hall, off Bridge Street, Belper.
Dance group for children 4years and over new starters always welcome (just turn up)
Contact Kay or Steve Platt on 01773743741 mobile-
or message us via facebook.com/folkfriendzy
Belper Recorder Group meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Belper Boom meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Tae Kwon-
Wednesday 17:15 -
Saturday 09:30 -
Session are held at Belper Leisure Centre,
Ran by Mr Karl Duro, 5th Degree Black Belt. Sessions are for ages 4+, including separate junior and adult classes.
Tae Kwon-
Sunday 14th


QUIZ at the GEORGE & DRAGON Bridge Street, Belper. – 7.30pm start
Belper Jazz Co does Christmas at the Poets!
The Dead Poets Inn, Holbrook
Date & Location
Sunday, 14 Dec, 2025 at 05:00 pm (GMT)
38 Chapel Street, Holbrook DE56 0TQ,
About the event
Belper Jazz Co does Christmas at the Poets!
Join us for some festive jazz tunes to get you into the christmas spirit! Christmas tunes, Mulled wine and beer! What more could you want?
Tae Kwon Do
Belper Community Hall
Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Sunday – 6:00 – 8:00pm
Weekly on Sunday`s
Sunday Service
At Belper Unitarian Chapel
Field Row, Green Lane, Belper.
Derbyshire. DE56 1DH
Every Sunday, 11am Service followed by refreshments.
All faiths and none welcome
St Peter's On-
Usually each weekday morning you can share in Morning Prayer from 8.55 am
on our Facebook Page — https://www.facebook.com/StPetersParishBelper/?view_public_for=16751381676378
Monday 15th

Twistin Tots is our class for those children who are able to follow instructions – often slightly older children (3+), although you know your child better than us, so you can decide yourself if this class is suitable In the Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper. Monday 9.15am -
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Yoga at Belper Leisure Centre John O'Gaunts Way, Belper. DE56 0DA –
Every Monday from 7.30 until 9.00pm in the Palms Studio
Belper Leisure Centre Phone:01773 825285 -
Rough Truffles Community Choir, Belper
Rough Truffles are delighted to share that we are back to normal rehearsals meeting at No 28 Belper Market Place. Monday evenings 8.00pm – 10.00pm For more info visit our website. https://roughtruffles.weebly.co
The Dalesmen Male Voice Choir practice at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper.
In room 107 – 7.00 p.m. – 9.00 p.m. All welcome please come and join us.
Pilates with a Twist meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Table Tennis 9 meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Burlesque Chair Dancing meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
French with a Native meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Lynda Radford meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Deafinitely Women meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -

Tuesday 16th
The Kitchen Chorus at Christmas -
A concert of music, Christmas Carols and communal singing
7pm: Reception – 7.30pm: Concert – Tickets: £10
Date – Tuesday 16 December 2025 7:00 PM -
Location
St Peter's Church 6 Chesterfield Road, Belper, DE56 1FD
All proceeds will go to the charity we are supporting this year -
To read our story about why we have chosen this charity and to add an additional donation, please copy and paste the link below into your browser:
https://maggies.enthuse.com/pf/kitchen-
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/94031/sessions/789762/sections/160958/tickets
Belper Folk Club meets every Tuesday evening at 8pm -
We meet at The Old King's Head, Days Lane, BELPER, Derbyshire, DE56 1NP.
Kim Hunt Dog Training meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Strutts Bridge Group meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Makeney Morris meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. – 8.00 p.m. 10.00 p.m. Room 26
The Chevin Singers meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Derby City Photographic Club meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Belper Life Drawing Group meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Writing for Wellbeing meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
BLEND YOUTH WORKERS
Youth activities on the parks – 5.00 – 7.00pm – FREE
Ukulele Group
At Belper Unitarian Chapel, Field Row, Green Lane, Belper. Derbyshire. DE56 1DH
Beginners and more advanced players welcome. 7-
The Spotted Cow there's cash prizes.
12 Town Street, Holbrook, Belper, DE56 0TA,
Tuesday`s at 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Jwebster fitness
Belper Community Hall
Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Tuesday, June 7 – 6:00 – 7:30pm
Weekly on Tuesday`s




Wednesday 17th
Story and Rhyme Time – Wednesdays, 11:00am-
Belper Library Derwent Street, Belper. DE56 1UQ
This is a FREE event suitable for toddlers and pre-
Belper.library@derbyshire.gov.uk
Derbyshire Toy Library Stay and Play in the Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper.
Wednesday`s 9.30am -
Village Games at the Strutt Centre A Bowls and Table Tennis session designed especially for the over 50's in a relaxed and friendly environment.A fun way to keep fit and meet new friends, No need to book, just come alongEvery Wednesday Morning 10am -
Belper Model Railway Group meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Flexercise Keep Fit meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Tetsudo meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Belper Community Choir meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Stronger for longer EMMA meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Rd, Belper. -
Strutts Stitchers meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Rd, Belper. -
Belper Junior Musical Theatre meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Belper Musical Theatre meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
4th Belper Brownies meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
TAI CHI Long/2 meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Languages for all meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
FUNKICKS gym meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Belper Writers Group meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Slimming World
Tracy at Strutts Centre (opposite Babington hospital)
Your Consultant is -
Derby Road, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1UU
Telephone – 07730 667218
Group times – Wednesday –5.00pm -
Please call the consultant for details
My real-
If you’re thinking of joining us don’t miss out! Please call your Consultant to book into one of our new member sessions or to pre-
Sage Yoga Studio Belper
Yoga & pilates
Wednesdays:
Venue: Sage Yoga Studio, Unity Mill, 25 Derwent St, Belper DE56 1WN
Time: 7pm to 8.15pm
Cost: £38.00 pre-
for up to date info or feel free to contact me on: 07545 479693
SOUL 2 SOUL at no 28 the Market place .Belper. MEDIUMSHIP EVENING -
Little Church
Leader: Rev. April Tomkins (01773 835122)
Little Church pre-
We play and have fun with stories, singing and craft activities all with the help of Jack.
All parents, grandparents and carers are welcome.
Come along and join. – £1 per family.


Gym Kids
Child and football – Session are held at Belper Leisure Centre,
Gymkids runs every Wednesday Term time only, and consists of pre-
Gymnastics for children aged 9 months to 5 years. For further details please contact the course leader Helen on 07894987280 or contact via email on helens75@hotmail.co.uk
Belper Netball Club
Wednesday 20:00 -
£3.50 per session are held at Belper Leisure Centre,
Belper Netball Club. Netball is a fantastic sport for ladies who would like to be fitter and healthier whilst meeting new friends or spending time with old ones. Everyone is welcome (16+) regardless of whether you are returning to the game or just want to try something new.
Tae Kwon-
Wednesday 17:15 -
Saturday 09:30 -
Session are held at Belper Leisure Centre,
Ran by Mr Karl Duro, 5th Degree Black Belt. Sessions are for ages 4+, including separate junior and adult classes. Tae Kwon-


Thursday 18th
Belper Historical Society
Thursday 18th November 7:30pm, Strutts Community Centre.
Members free, visitors £5.



Belper Baby Club
Date & Time
Thursday at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location
Number 28 Belper Market Place, Belper.
Building confidence and community for parents and non-
Whether you're finding parenting rewarding, fascinating, exhausting, relentless, confusing, funny, hard, or just different to how you expected it to be, we all need support and community in those turbulent early days.
Come for the chat. Come for the camaraderie. Come for the experienced, qualified perinatal practitioner (that's me!). Or just come for the cake.
All are welcome, none are judged.
Yoga at Belper Leisure Centre John O'Gaunts Way, Belper. DE56 0DA –
Every Thursday from 12.30 until 1.30pm in the Palms Studio
Belper Leisure Centre Phone:01773 825285 -
Dru Yoga at Belper Leisure Centre John O'Gaunts Way, Belper. DE56 0DA –
Every Thursday from 8.30 until 9.30pm in the Palms Studio
Belper Leisure Centre Phone:01773 825285 -
Sew it with DI meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Roman History meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Yoga with Corinne meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Rethink Mental illness meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Yoshinkan Alkideo Kenshu Class meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Beaurepaire Camera Club meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Weekly Board Games Social
Weekly board games social on a Thursday afternoon 2:00 to 6:00. Every week starting this week (30th Oct).
We have an extensive board game library for people to borrow from or bring your own games
At Distinct Gaming, The Corn Exchange, 8a King Street, Belper DE56 1PS
All ages and abilities are welcome. £5 entry including unlimited tea and coffee.
Please be aware that the shop is accessed by stairs


Tai Chi
Belper Community Hall
Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Thursday, – 9:00 – Weekly on Thursday`s
Joshua Webster fitness
Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Thursday, – 5:00 – 7:30pm
Weekly on Thursday`s
Belper Hammers Volleyball Club
Every Thursday at Belper Leisure Centre
Juniors 11-
Seniors 16+ 7pm -
All sessions are mixed-
Volleyball is one of the world’s most popular team sports and a great way to keep fit indoors. We’re a very friendly club and new players and beginners are welcome.
Please email volleyballbelper@gmail.com to register – first session is free
Rave Fit with Sonja
at the Community Hall
Bridge Street, Belper. DE56 p1BA
Every Thursday 19:45 – 21:15
Friday 19th




In Door Bowls, Belper Community Hall -
Friday, – 1:00 – 5:00pm — Weekly on Friday`s
Pilates with Cathy, Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Friday, – 9:00am – 11:30am – Weekly on Friday`s
Coffee Morning in the Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Belper. -
Slimming World Group meet at Belper Town Football Club
Belper Town Football Club, Christchurch Meadow, Belper, DE56 1BA
Fridays 9:15am and 11:15am
Your Consultant's name is Sally – Telephone 07814655937
Please call the consultant for details
My real-
If you’re thinking of joining us don’t miss out! Please call your Consultant to book into one of our new member sessions or to pre-
You’ll get everything you need for a fab first week. Your first new member session will last around 45 minutes.
https://www.slimmingworld.co.uk/
Saturday 20th
BELPER TOWN FC v ST. NEOTS TOWN (H) -
NPL Midlands Division 2025/26 match
Christmas Cracker [with Derwent Bras
All I Want For Christmas!
Date & Location
Saturday, 20 Dec, 2025 at 07:30 pm to 10:00 pm (GMT)
St. Peter's Parish
St Peter's Church, Church Lane, Belper, United Kingdom
About the event
Christmas Cracker [with Derwent Brass]: All I Want For Christmas!
Derwent Brass presents its annual Belper Christmas concert — A Christmas Cracker!
Following the success of A Very Bublé Christmas in 2024, the band now turn to All I Want for Christmas for 2025 — a Mariah Carey-
The programme also features a brand-
The evening concludes with The Spirit of Christmas — an uplifting mix of carols, swing, and audience favourites to send you and your loved ones home full of festive cheer. All brought to life by Derwent Brass, Derbyshire’s Premier Brass Band, blending that traditional heart-
Set 1: The Nutcracker! / Set 2: All I Want for Christmas – A Very Perry Christmas! / Set 3: The Spirit of Christmas
Tickets are available online from www.ticketsource.co.uk/derwentbrass
Alternatively call the box office 0333 666 3366 General admission -
Children U16 -
Online discounts automatically applied for group bookings of 10 or more.
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
St. Peter's Church, Church Lane, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1EZ
Parking is available opposite the church (Short Lands Pay & Display Car Park) in addition to street parking
𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Refreshments including wine and soft drinks
Doors open: 18:45 | Expected finish time: 21:50
Disabled acc0ess / first aid on site


Wireless at the George and Dragon
Date & Location
Saturday, 20 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 pm (GMT)
George and Dragon
117 Bridge Street, Belper, United Kingdom
Folk Friendzy! Dance Group
Saturday`s -
Belper Community Hall, off Bridge Street, Belper.
Dance group for children 4years and over new starters always welcome (just turn up)
Contact Kay or Steve Platt on 01773743741 mobile-
or message us via facebook.com/folkfriendzy
Drama classes for children with Captive Audience Community Theatre at the Strutt Centre, Derby Road, Belper. – 9.30 -
Contact Larry on 07970 113564 for more information or email captiveaudience@live.co.uk
Derbyshire Archaeological Society meet at the Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper. -
Tae Kwon-
Wednesday 17:15 -
Saturday 09:30 -
Session are held at Belper Leisure Centre,
Ran by Mr Karl Duro, 5th Degree Black Belt. Sessions are for ages 4+, including separate junior and adult classes.
Tae Kwon-
Sunday 21st
Belper Pubs Past and Present Heritage Walk
Overview
Step back in time to the Inns and Taverns of the Town to discover their historic past and entertaining stories.
This easy one mile walk includes stopping inside a couple of the pubs for an opportunity to purchase refreshments.
Meet at 2pm at The Talbot pub, Bridgefoot. An hour and a half approximately.
Available dates: Sunday 13th April, Sunday 8th June, Sunday 27th July, Sunday 5th October and Sunday 21 December. All start at 2pm.
Unfortunately, we don't allow dogs on this walk.
Inclusions
What you'll need Clothing appropriate for the weather
https://www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar/
UNITARIAN CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
At Belper Unitarian Chapel, Field Row, Green Lane, Belper. Derbyshire. DE56 1DH
All welcome.
CHRIST CHURCH CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
Starts 4.00p
St PETERS NATIVITY and CRIB SERVICE
Starts 10.00am
St PETER`S CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
Starts 6.00pm
St MARK`S Openwoodgate CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE
Starts 6.00pm
St SWITHUN`S Holbrook Road NATIVITY and CRIB SERVICE
Starts 4.00pm
Communion starts 11.00am
QUIZ at the GEORGE & DRAGON Bridge Street, Belper. – 7.30pm start
Tae Kwon Do
Belper Community Hall
Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire. DE56 1AB
Sunday – 6:00 – 8:00pm
Weekly on Sunday`s
Sunday Service
At Belper Unitarian Chapel
Field Row, Green Lane, Belper.
Derbyshire. DE56 1DH
Every Sunday, 11am Service followed by refreshments.
All faiths and none welcome
St Peter's On-
Usually each weekday morning you can share in Morning Prayer from 8.55 am
on our Facebook Page — https://www.facebook.com/StPetersParishBelper/?view_public_for=16751381676378
Monday 22nd
Join us on Monday 22nd December from 6.30pm for our annual Christmas carols.
The event will take place at the top of King Street. Musical accompaniment will be provided by Heage Band.
There will be a road closure in place from Market Head at the top of King Street to it’s junction with Strutt Street to ensure the safe running of the event.
Free parking is available on the Coppice Car Park and chargeable parking is available in Green Lane Car Park and Field Lane Car Park

Tuesday 23rd


Wednesday 24th
CHRIST CHURCH CHRISTINGLE and CRIB SERVICE
Starts 4.00pm
And MIDNIGHT MASS Starting at 11.30pm
St PETER`S CHRISTINGLE SERVICE
Starts 6.00pm
And MIDNIGHT MASS Starting at 11.30pm
St MARK`S Openwoodgate CHRISTINGLE SERVICE
Starts 4.00pm
Thursday 25th
May I wish everyone a HAPPY and PEACEFULL CHRISTMAS
From all at
BELPER CELEBRATION
St PETER`S CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE
Starts 10.30am
Friday 26th
BELPER TOWN FC v LONG EATON UNITED (A) -
NPL Midlands Division 2025/26 match
Saturday 27th
The Modest Live at The George and Dragon, Belper
The Modest -
Date & Location
Saturday, 27 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 pm (GMT)
George and Dragon 114 Bridge Street, Belper
Peashooter Acoustic Show @ Bell & Harp Freehouse
Date & Location
Saturday, 27 Dec, 2025 at 07:00 pm (GMT)
The Bell & Harp
227 Alfreton Road, Breadsall, Belper, United Kingdom
Acoustic Show

Sunday 28th
QUIZ at the GEORGE & DRAGON Bridge Street, Belper. – 7.30pm start
Sunday Service
At Belper Unitarian Chapel
Field Row, Green Lane, Belper.
Derbyshire. DE56 1DH
Every Sunday, 11am Service followed by refreshments.
All faiths and none welcome
St Peter's On-
Usually each weekday morning you can share in Morning Prayer from 8.55 am
on our Facebook Page — https://www.facebook.com/StPetersParishBelper/?view_public_for=16751381676378
Monday 29th

Tuesday 30th

Wednesday 31st

The Modest Live at Milford Social Club (aka The Sunshine Club)
The Modest -
Date & Location
Wednesday, 31 Dec, 2025 at 08:30 pm (GMT)
Milford Social Club
15 Chevin Road, Belper, DE56 0QH, United Kingdom
🎉 New Year's Eve 2025 at Green House Belper in Belper 🎉
Ring in the New Year in Belper!

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