Crich scoops awards

A POPULAR tourist attraction in Crich is celebrating after landing two accolades at the prestigious Derbyshire Heritage Awards.

Crich Tramway Village, which is home to the National Tramway Museum, was named winner in two categories at the awards last week at the Silk Mill in Derby.

It triumphed in ‘Best Exhibition’ and ‘Working with Children and Young People’.

The first award was for the new Stephenson Discovery Centre exhibition, while the second was for the centre’s Learning Department for its work on the Renaissance East Midlands-funded ‘MuBu’ project ‘Hear All About It’.

Best Museum in Derbyshire

STAFF at Ilkeston’s Erewash Museum are celebrating after scooping Museum of the Year award at a county ceremony.

The team were also awarded Best Exhibition for the Swing Back to the Forties event on a successful evening at the Derbyshire Heritage Awards.

Moggy Minor Weekend at Crich

Crich Tramway Village, is extending an invitation to Morris Minor owners to attend its annual Morris Minor Day on Sunday April 22.

The Morris Minor Day will play host to vehicle displays, club stands and trade stands.

Timed vehicle parades will also feature in the event, with Morris Minors driving through the Village's period cobbled street, under the elegant Bowes-Lyon Bridge and weaving in and out of the vintage tram service.

Marketing Coordinator, Cara Marchant said: "Crich Tramway Village provides a unique atmosphere for vehicle rallies with its recreated village street and rides on vintage trams.

"The events are always very well attended and much loved by vehicle owners, there really is an authentic air of yesteryear."

Entry for drivers of pre-booked Morris Minors is free.

For more details contact Crich Tramway Village on 01773 854321, or visit www.tramway.co.uk to download a booking form.

Make a mental note-avoid the A6 that weekend.

Chris Sabian, Peak District View - 2007-03-22 10:52:51