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An Evening of Tina this summer

Enjoy a night of 'simply the best' entertainment at The Incora County Ground with 'An Evening of Tina' on Saturday 21 August.

With a string of fabulous hits, a reputation for electric stage performances and a voice unmatched in the world of rock and roll, Tina Turner has been wowing audiences for over six decades. Now, with a cast of some of the West End’s most incredible talent and a phenomenal eight-piece band comes a spectacular one-night concert of her amazing music which is, quite simply the best!

Don't miss the return of live music to The Incora County Ground, a prominent and popular events venue in the heart of Derby, from global stars to the best of the West End.

Chief Executive Ryan Duckett said: "We really missed hosting live music events last year, so we are thrilled to welcome 'An Evening of Tina' to The Incora County Ground this summer. These events have always proved popular and we're looking forward to welcoming everybody back in the height of summer."

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased HERE

Ticket Type	Price
General Admission	£24
Unreserved Seating	£28

All tickets are backed by our new Ticket Guarantee, so you can buy with confidence this summer.

Click HERE for full details on our Ticket Guarantee.

Car Parking

On-site car parking, subject to availability, can be pre-booked for £8 online, while on the day car parking will be priced at £10.

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Christmas 2021: Book your party today!

Tasked with organising your Christmas party or your friends’ annual get together?

After a year like no other, let’s celebrate in style at the leading Christmas party venue in the heart of Derby. The Incora County Ground is the perfect setting for celebrating this festive season.

Offering panoramic views of the outfield as you indulge in your festive feast with friends and colleagues, our historic venue will give you and your guests a night to remember!

We have a fantastic list of drinks and great value packages to take the hassle out of the evening or perhaps you would like to offer drink tokens to your guests? However you want to run your party, our experienced and friendly team are here to help you plan.

From shared party nights to exclusive hire for private parties, The Incora County Ground has an array of versatile suites to suit any requirement. We take fun seriously! Our knowledgeable party planners will take the pressure off, so that you can concentrate on enjoying your evening.

Click HERE to see our 2021 Christmas Brochure.

Should you be organising a party for between 100-300 guests then we can help to make your night more personal and can help to arrange early arrival to the venue with a private drinks reception. If you are looking to book the venue solely for you and your guests, then please get in touch with our exclusives sales team who would love to work on a bespoke proposal for you- the venue and night would be yours to enjoy!

PARTY DATES FOR 2021

Date	Majestic Marquee	80’s Party night in the Pavilion
Friday 3 December	SOLD OUT	£40pp
Saturday 4 December	£50pp	£40pp
Friday 10 December	SOLD OUT	£55pp
Saturday 11 December	£55pp	£55pp
Friday 17 December	£55pp	£45pp
Saturday 18 December	£55pp	£45pp

Majestic Marquee – from £50pp

Walking into our Majestic Marquee, you’ll be greeted by our welcoming staff with a glass of Prosecco before making your way to your dedicated tables. You will enjoy a delicious three-course dinner prepared in house by our experienced chefs. The evening will conclude with live entertainment from our party band and resident DJ as you dance the night away.

Private Party nights available – Minimum numbers apply, subject to availability.

Testimonial:
“Myself and my party all had a truly fantastic evening. The whole night from start to end blew our minds and expectations of what to expect and we are grateful to the whole team that put this together” - Lee Party, 2019

For more details, please contact our events team on 01332 388105 or email [email protected]

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Michael Bublé concert re-scheduled for 2022

Global music sensation Michael Bublé will perform live at The Incora County Ground on Saturday 9 July 2022.

The four-time Grammy-winner was due to bring his unique performance to Derby this summer, adding to the list of top artists who have performed at the venue in recent years.

However, in light of the ongoing global situation with COVID-19, the Michael Bublé shows can no longer take place in July 2021 and the tour has been rescheduled, with all original tickets remaining valid.

The all-standing concert will take place during the height of the 2022 summer on the prime weekend date in July, with thousands of fans expected to take to the outfield at The Incora County Ground for world-class showmanship and an unforgettable musical experience.

Chief Executive, Ryan Duckett, said: “While we are disappointed not to be welcoming Michael Bublé again this summer, we are delighted to confirm a date for next summer, when we all hope that all restrictions will have been lifted.

“We’ve seen a number of global superstars performing at our ground over the years, and Michael is a fantastic addition to that list. We’re really looking forward to welcoming him and our guests back to The Incora County Ground, and I know it will be a fantastic night of entertainment.”

Tickets

Tickets are on sale now and are available at aegpresents.co.uk | ticketmaster.co.uk | michaelbuble.com

Tickets purchased for the original concert remain valid and ticket buyers do not need to take any further action.

For all ticket queries, please go directly to the authorised ticket merchant used at the time of purchase. Derbyshire County Cricket Club cannot discuss tickets purchased via other vendors.

Hospitality

Upgrade your experience and make the most of an evening with one of the world’s biggest superstars as he performs a stunning array of hits in Derby.

At The Incora County Ground we’re offering three exclusive Hospitality Packages, including our Platinum Package with all-inclusive drinks, a three-course set banquet and more.

To find out more about Hospitality, call 01332 388 111 or email [email protected].

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Our Chef’s top tips for Pancake Day

To celebrate Pancake Day, our Head Chef, Steven Burbridge has provided his recipe for perfect pancakes.

Steven leads the kitchen staff at The Incora County Ground, which gained widespread praise from all across international cricket last year for the quality of their food and hospitality, and has been putting his skills to good use during lockdown, including an artistic gingerbread creation which was a hit on our social media channels.

https://twitter.com/DCCCEvents/status/1342062587891036160

Now, he has provided a pancake recipe that will allow you to enjoy some of that Derbyshire quality cuisine from the comfort of your own kitchen in just a few simple steps.

What will you need?

125g plain flour
Two pinches of salt
One or two free-range eggs
One tablespoon melted butter
300ml milk

How to make:

Whisk the eggs
Add in the flour
Slowly add in the milk, butter and salt
Pour mixture into frying pan and heat until golden brown
Place pancakes on plate and add your favourite toppings

Tweet us with your creations at @DCCCEvents

Our team of Chefs have earned praise from far and wide for their culinary creations, but don't take their word for it, experience it for yourself by booking your next event with us!

A modern, safe and versatile space for your meeting or event in Derby. Speak to us today on 01332 388 105 or email [email protected].

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Incora County Ground achieves AIM accreditation

The Incora^TMCounty Ground has further-cemented its status as a dependable Derby venue for conferencing and events by achieving AIM accreditation from the Meetings Industry Association (MIA).

The venue has achieved entry status from the UK’s nationally recognised standard for service providers in the meetings, conferences and events industry, after a panel of independent industry assessors scrutinised the venue against a robust checklist of criteria.

The process includes legal compliance, accessibility and quality checks of its facilities as well as its customer service proposition and experience, ethical codes of conduct and best practice standards.

Having further-enhanced it’s reputation as a top-class venue in 2020, as a number of international teams heaped praise on our chefs and events team for their hospitality, Customers can be assured that The Incora County Ground is the best place to host their event.

Head of Hospitality and Events, Helen Slater, said: “It’s fantastic testament to the highly experienced and dedicated team at that we have secured national AIM accreditation as it provides buyers a benchmark of the highest standard.

“We appreciate that it can sometimes be overwhelming as there are so many things to consider when planning an event from location to catering, photography, speakers, delegates and marketing.

“However, with our AIM accreditation, buyers can immediately feel confident they are working with dedicated and experienced professionals.”

Jane Longhurst, chief executive, the mia said: “We’re delighted that The Incora County Ground is the latest venue to secure AIM accreditation. The iconic status acts as a guarantee to buyers that they’re choosing a service provider that cares about best practice and actively strives to meet and exceed your expectations.

“With so many dedicated conference centres and hotels, sporting and academic venues to choose from nationwide, it offers a smart method to quality control your selections that could ultimately save you time, anxiety and reputational risk later down the line.”

Click HERE or call our dedicated Events Team on 01332 388 105 to find out more about how we can help to put on your ideal event.

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WIN Michael Bublé Hospitality Experience

Win two General Admission Tickets, plus our BBQ Hospitality Upgrade, to see Michael Bublé at The Incora County Ground next year.

The four-time Grammy-award winner is set to bring his spectacular live show to Derby on Tuesday 21 July 2021 and you can enjoy the performance in style with this exclusive prize package worth over £250.

As well as two General Admission Tickets, the BBQ upgrade features a fantastic BBQ (including vegetarian options) pre-concert, a private cash bar in one of our exclusive hospitality suites pre and post-concert and a VIP car park pass.

To enter, simply like this post on Facebook and comment with your favourite Bublé track as well as tagging who you'd bring with you.

The all-standing concert will take place during the height of summer with thousands of fans expected to take to the outfield at The Incora County Ground for world-class showmanship and an unforgettable musical experience.