New Mills Festival is thrilled to announce our new DRAW! competition. What's it all about? Well, on Saturday 14th September, anyone and everyone is invited to come along and draw...

An opportunity to visit Torr Vale Mill and learn about the heritage of this stunning building. The Mill will be open to the public as part of the Heritage Open...

Have you ever wondered if a sloth could save the day? What would happen if a dinosaur hatched out of an egg in 2024? Or whether a dragon would make...

Come along to Rock Mill Centre from 4 ~4:45pm to vote for your favourite artwork created, on the day, in the DRAW! New Mills competition; https://newmillsfestival.co.uk/event/draw-new-mills-a-drawing-competition/ You will be voting...

The Festival's Folk Night returns for a seventh outing. This year's line up features Wreckless Eric (best known for his 1977 hit Whole Wide World), Laura J Martin (who interweaves...

This is a walk organised by Fancy a Walk Mate. Full details, from FAWM, below: Date: Sunday 15th September 2024. Check In: 09.00am. Set Off: 10.00am Sharp (We ask that...

Ok folks, we have a last minute great event for you! And it’s FREE (thanks to our wonderful sponsors Swizzels Matlow)! Nature inspired folklore as told by Professor Jigget. Fresh...

A day inspired by Rocky, the latest amazing creation of the Woolly Wanderers. Our very own town dragon will be in the courtyard throughout the Festival. Local storyteller Gordon Maclachlan,...

Ok folks, we have a last minute great event for you! And it’s FREE (thanks to our wonderful sponsors Swizzels Matlow)! Nature inspired folklore as told by Professor Jigget. Fresh...

Come along to the Torrs Riverside Park to watch local artist, David Lowther, create an artwork, on location, from scratch. David, the artist behind the 50th Anniversary of the Park...

Back by popular demand! Join Professor Wormcast on an informational walking tour to see the nocturnal habits of earthworms and other creatures of the night. While we can not guarantee...

To celebrate the 20th Anniversary the New Mills u3a are holding a coffee morning and display. Below is a list of their current groups, some of which will be on...

Join photographer and artist Simon Buckley (aka Not Quite Light), well known for his twilight pictures of urban landscapes, on this dusk photo walk. As the day fades, and the...

Join the folk at Providence for a bit of squishy mousey loveliness as they imagine what the church mice get up to when there’s no one home. Using knitting, woodwork,...

Upside Down in a Hoop, a unique performance of words and dance illustrated with the help of an aerial hoop. In this captivating performance of words and movement, Tricia Durdey...

"Every Brilliant Thing" by Duncan Macmillan is a profoundly moving and uplifting one-person play that explores themes of mental illness, depression, and the beauty of life through the lens of...

A wonderful opportunity to walk with the highly acclaimed naturalist, author and Guardian columnist Mark Cocker. Mark will highlight hidden parts of Mousley Bottom and show you an array of...

A wonderful opportunity to walk with the highly acclaimed naturalist, author and Guardian columnist Mark Cocker. Mark will highlight hidden parts of Mousley Bottom and show you an array of...

An opportunity for spoken word enthusiasts to share odes to the library. Members of New Mills spoken word scene host this free event at New Mills Library.

Join the friends of Providence URC for an evening of squishy mousey loveliness. See what the church mice get up to when the congregation is away. Sit and knit, crochet,...

Youth Matters host a BBQ, party and mini lantern parade. Parents, carers and children have been creating lanterns during the Youth Matters FamFest. This family friendly BBQ and party will...

New Mills Natural History Society would like to invite visitors to this talk where Joan Potts will be sharing her knowledge of The Wildlife of Watford Lodge and the Sett...

A morning of coffee and craft at Providence URC. Join the community of the Providence Church and enjoy some mousey loveliness. Yes, that's mousey. See what the church mice get...

This is a gentle step-by-step approach to putting pen to paper and building up the courage to go out there and capture the urban scene in New Mills. You’ll soon...

Like running? Love beer? Join the Beer Shed Runners for a 5K run. All abilities are welcomed by this friendly running group - no one will be left behind. After...

An opportunity for like-minded folk to share words that reflect a love of nature and community. Led by members of New Mills growing spoken word scene. The New Mills Community...

A drag-powered double bill of Annie Sup and Angela Bra's Edinburgh Festival shows, "Social Calendar Girl" and "Dumbgenz & Dragqueenz". First show starts at 7.30. Social Calendar Girl Sex and...

Sunday daytime Spunch Event as part of the New Mills Festival.  Come and enjoy the scenery and views both within and around New Mills, followed by the opportunity to enjoy...

A charming afternoon tea concert with David Seddon and Philip Vulliamy on piano. Presenting a talk on popular musicals and the poetry of the song lyric in 20th Century America....

It's back! Proms in the Park returns this year and is bigger and better than ever. New Mills Brass Band play Proms anthems at St George's Parish Village Hall field....

Back by popular demand! Join Professor Wormcast on an informational walking tour to see the nocturnal habits of earthworms and other creatures of the night. While we can not guarantee...

Join the folk of Providence URC for chatty cafe. See what the church mice get up to when there’s no one around. This is the last chance to see this...

The Lost Pubs of New Mills; a walk by Walkers are Welcome. Once upon a time there were 36 pubs in the parish. Many of them have been lost. The...

Milestone Studios host the first New Mills Festival Open Arts Exhibition. For 2 Days Only!! A salon style gallery exhibition of work from local artists and craftspeople. This open exhibition...

New Mills Band (1812) proudly hosts a musical variety performance show featuring the band along with a range of talented local musicians from lots of different genres. Join us at...

How do you go about capturing the movement and character of a landscape? Artist and urban sketcher David Lowther will teach you to create an expressive landscape, on location, in...

Visit Joanna's Downstairs 'gallery' and 2nd floor Open Studio in her quirky High Street home. This free event is an opportunity to buy original artworks direct from the artist; there’ll...

This independent Artists Co-operative, and stalwart of the High Street, will be opening their doors throughout the New Mills Festival's Big Arty Weekend. About The Gallery The Gallery is a...

It's a tiny show, in a tiny space, with a tiny cast - but it's GREAT! Rock Mill Centre is delighted to launch The Littlest Theatre in New Mills with...

We've got a Prom - come and be beside the Sea! Head for the bus station, take the steps down, and be transported to New-Mills-on-Sea, all the best bits of...

Milestone Studios host the first New Mills Festival Open Arts Exhibition. For 2 Days Only!! A salon style gallery exhibition of work from local artists and craftspeople. This open exhibition...

Come along to this free open studio event, where Adele will be showing and selling both her silver and colourful hand printed anodised alluminium jewellery ranges. Her work is inspired...

An opportunity to meet printmaker and illustrator Lucy Gell, learn about her work and find out more about upcoming workshops. Throughout the Festival local artist Lucy Gell is showcasing her...

Join vocalist Hannah Brine for an evening of original songs, inspired by the greats of the 60s and 70s, plus favourites from the Great American Songbook, backed by the incredible...

Come and join us at the New Mills Festival Antiques, Vintage and Craft Fair. A popular event that everyone can enjoy. Come and browse, barter, enjoy the buzz and grab...

It's in Our Nature - an Art Showcase by High Peak Community Arts. A year of arts exploring the benefits of nature across the HPCA programme. Immersive visual arts, poetry,...

A wonderful recital with Gordon Stewart organist. Not to be missed. Anyone who has heard Gordon play before will know it will be an amazing performance as he manages the...