Derwent Valley Arts

The activities are designed to bring the history of the site alive for people who live in, work in or visit the World Heritage Site.

Where have all the factories gone?

THREADS is a new project to collect and record the memories and stories of people who used to work in the Mills, through word, sound and pictures. If you used to work in the Mills and would like to take part, please get in touch with Sarah or Jane at Fleet Arts in Belper on 01773 820484 or email sarah@fleet-arts.org

See the Related documents section below to view a flyer about the project.

Please use the related links section on this page to see information about the arts projects that have already taken place and to find out about educational resources.

Derwent Valley Arts activities are supported by Derbyshire County Council, Derwent Valley Mills Partnership, Heritage Lottery Fund, Derby City Council, Amber Valley Borough Council and Derbyshire Dales District Council.

Information about Derwent Valley Arts activities (opens in a new window)

Photo credit: Jonathan Legge

Read the Public Arts Strategy in the more information section.