The Bakewell Country Festival
The Bakewell Country Festival, scheduled for July 14, 2024, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, promises a delightful family day out in the Peak District. The festival, with free entry for children under 15, features a variety of activities including animal encounters, craft sessions, music and drumming workshops, forest school fun, and fairground rides. Visitors can enjoy a selection of local street food or bring a picnic. Highlights include heavy horse competitions, a slow tractor race, pony club musical rides, scurry and trials driving competitions, medieval reenactments, bushcraft skills, live music, culinary theatre, and conservation talks. The Bakewell Premier Dog Show and a market showcasing local makers, artists, and producers are also key attractions. For more information, visit the official festival website.