Life at Crich Tramway Village is rich and varied, illustrated by the wide range of events and special occasions we hold throughout the year. Our famous Transport Extravaganza and weekend recreations of the 1940's and Edwardian Era all add their own unique atmosphere to Crich Tramway Village and the many car rallies are very popular among classic vehicle owners.
May 2008
Models Weekend - 10th & 11th
A fantastic display of transport in miniature, including model trams, railways, road transport and Meccano.
June 2008
Tramathon - 8th
A rare opportunity to see all our working trams running.
The Jazz Years - 14th & 15th
A celebration of the 1920s and 30s.
[Jazz Years Re-enactor Booking Form]
[Jazz Years Vehicle Entry Booking Form]
1950s Day - 29th
A gala of 1950s music, cars and styles brings the Village to life.
[1950s Re-enactor Booking Form]
[1950s Vehicle Entry Booking Form]
July 2008
Edwardian Weekend - 5th & 6th
Relive the Edwardian period with soldiers, suffragettes, civilians and period vehicles, plus the only chance to ride on our horse tram.
[Edwardian Re-enactor Booking Form]
[Edwardian Vehicle Entry Booking Form]
Click here to see a video of the Edwardian Weekend on YouTube.
Leylands at Crich - 13th
A wonderful opportunity to see some unique Leyland vehicles. This unique event celebrates the 10th birthday of the Leyland Society and the 100th birthday of the oldest surviving British-built motor bus - the 1908 Leyland X2 from the collection of Mike Sutcliffe, MBE. Vehicle entry forms may be obtained via www.leylandsociety.co.uk
[Download an event flyer]
Mini Meet - 20th
The essential date for Mini owners with special rates for pre-booked Minis, trade stalls, street parades and lots more.
[Mini Booking Forms]
August 2008
Emergency Vehicles Day - 3rd
Ambulances, fire engines and Police cars from days gone by gather for a nostalgic parade.
[Emergency Vehicles Booking Forms]
1940s Weekend - 9th & 10th [Premier Event*]
Relive the Home Front with rationing and air raids. Special reduced rate for those in forties costume.
[1940's Re-enactor Booking Form]
[1940's Vehicle Entry Booking Form]
[Download an event flyer]
Rover SD1 Owners Club National Day - 17th
Transport Extravaganza - 24th & 25th [Premier Event*]
A true celebration of transport with hundreds of exhibits, stalls and models. Vehicle convoys parade down Tramway Street. Fairground rides and family entertainment.
[Extravaganza Vehicle Entry Booking Form]
September 2008
Beetle Drive - 7th
A Volkswagen event with a difference! See a host of old and new Beetles, camper vans, trade stalls, street parades, Show n Shine and children's entertainment. Special rate for pre-booked vehicles.
[Beetle Booking Forms]
Classic Ford Day - 14th
A celebration of Classic Fords with special rates for pre-booked vehicles, trade stalls, street parades and lots more.
[Ford Booking Forms]
Enthusiasts' Day - 27th
A dream date for tram enthusiasts with behind-the-scenes tours, vintage film footage and works cars. Free bus link from Whatstandwell station
October 2008
Starlight Halloween - 25th
A Halloween spectacular with illuminations, witches, ghosts and trams in the dark. Spooky! Open until 9pm, last admission 6pm.
Red October Day - 26th
A celebration of Eastern Bloc vehicles including Trabants, Wartburgs and Tatras.
[Red October Day Booking Forms]
[Red October Day Re-enactor Booking Form]
December 2008
Santa Special - 6th & 7th
Visit Santa in his Grotto.
Santa Special - 13th & 14th
Visit Santa in his Grotto.
Events that have already taken place
February 2008
Half Term Opening - 9th - 24th
We are open daily from 9th to 24th February 10.30am - 4.00pm. We have a variety of story telling and craft workshops taking place, please phone for details.
March 2008
Easter 1940s Weekend - 23rd & 24th [Premier Event*]
Back to the war years this weekend with military vehicles, soldiers and civilians.
[Download an event flyer]
Below is a video of the event.
April 2008
Morris Minor Day - 20th
A celebration of this British classic with clubs stands, street parades and lots more.
[Morris Minor Booking Forms]
Below is a video of the event.
May 2008
Folk Weekend - 4th & 5th
Folk legend Julie Felix will perform on both days at the 2008 Folk Weekend, plus many other local musicians, with traditional trams, music, and dance throughout the Museum.
* Additional admission charges apply to all visits on Premier Event Days click here for details.
