Derbyshire Makes Recommends

Celebrating, preserving and sharing time-honoured heritage craft skills.

Witness the magic of traditional craftsmanship up close. Marvel at the artistry of skilled artisans with live demonstrations covering multiple disciplines.

From Decorative Elizabethan Plastering, Heritage Roofing and Tuck Pointing, and Lace Making, to Stone Carving, Blacksmithing, Spinning and weaving, to Woodworking, Sign Writing, and more; experience forgotten crafts brought back to life.

And if you fancy going on your own heritage craft journey, there will be experts on hand to guide you. Or if you're wondering about that ancient object you found beneath the ground, you can ask an expert to identify the time period of your discovery.

You can have a go too! Free entry and most activities are free, but some have a small charge.

For more information, visit Cromford Mills.

Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.