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Whitwell Well Dressing
Type:Well Dressing
Whitwell
Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S80 4QR
Call direct on:
Tel01909 723092
About
This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire. The 1st Whitwell Scout and Guide Group has been creating well dressings for over 50 years, starting in 1972. It is the main fundraising event of the year.
The designs are drawn on paper, laid over wet clay and the image 'pricked out' using cocktail sticks. The 'dots' are joined then overlaid with wool. The picture is then created using all fresh and dried natural materials sourced locally. Villagers in Whitwell dress 2 wells.
Well Locations
The Square (S80 4QR)
Village Green, High Street (S80 4RF)
Blessing Service
Saturday 8th July at 3pm followed by Cream Teas in the Community Centre.
Guide Prices
Admission free, donations gratefully accepted
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Mini Coach Parties Accepted
Parking
- Free Parking
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Opening Times
Sorry, this event has passed
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From North/South Leave M1 motorway at junction 30 and take A616 (signposted Worksop). At roundabout take 1st exit onto A619 (signposted Worksop). Follow road and pass Van Dyk Hotel on right. Continue on A619 for approx 1½ miles then turn right onto B6043 and follow road approx ½ mile to The Square in Whitwell.
From East Follow A619 from Worksop (towards Chesterfield). Pass Half Moon Inn on right. Continue on A619 for approx ¼ mile and turn left onto B6043. Follow road approx ½ mile to The Square in Whitwell
From West Take A619 from Chesterfield (towards Worksop). Pass through Brimington, Staveley and Barlborough. Continue on A619 and pass Van Dyk Hotel on right. Follow road for approx 1½ miles then turn right onto B6043 and follow road approx ½ mile to The Square in Whitwell.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train station Whitwell (on Robin Hood Line)
Bus 77 from Chesterfield town centre, twice per hour
