Other Nearby Attractions
Other Nearby Attractions
Wirksworth Heritage Centre 
Nestled at the head of Ecclesbourne Valley surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and stunning views of the Derbyshire Dales, you will find the Wirksworth Heritage Centre.
National Stone Centre
Run by a small group of volunteers and set within six former limestone quarries in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, and close to the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, the National Stone Centre (NSC) is a 40 acre Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), for its geological formations, offering outdoor and indoor activities for all.
www.nationalstonecentre.org.uk/
Middleton Top Engine House and Visitor Centre
Middleton Top, as you might expect, is at the top of a hill and offers delightful views of the surrounding countryside.
This site has a visitor centre, gift shop and cycle hire centre, car park, toilets and picnic area. Whether on foot, horse or bike it is an ideal place to start your visit along the beautiful High Peak Trail.
Visit Middleton Top website here
Heights of Abraham
Cable cars, caverns and hilltop park in Matlock Bath.
Peak District Mining Museum
Explore the world of a Derbyshire Lead Miner in Matlock Bath.
peakdistrictleadminingmuseum.co.uk
Crich Tramway Village
Home of the National Tramway Museum, you will be transported back in time on the vintage trams. Soak up the atmosphere in the period street with a visit to the shops and take refreshments from the tearooms and in the Red Lion pub.
Crich Stand
This is perhaps the most famous landmark in Derbyshire and is situated over 340 metres above sea level. The Stand is the memorial of the Sherwood Foresters Regiment, dedicated to the Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment and the Mercian Regiment. The spiral staircase with fifty-eight steps takes the visitor to the viewing gallery from where, on clear days, visitors can pick out 7 counties and various landmarks over the surrounding countryside.
Visit Crich Stand website here for more information
Caudwell’s Mill at Rowsley
Caudwell’s Mill is a unique, Grade II* listed, historic, water turbine powered, roller flour mill. Powered by water from the river Wye, one or more mills have stood on this site for at least 400 years. The present mill was built in 1874 by John Caudwell and run as a family business for over a century, before closing in 1978. On the site you will also find a cafe, a craft centre, and flour shop.
Chatsworth House
Chatsworth House is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and has been passed won through 16 generations of the Cavendish family. You can explore the house, the gardens, the farmyard and playground. There are also restaurants, cafes, gift shops and an estate farm shop to visit.
Peak District National Park
One of the best loved National Parks in the UK.
White Peak Distillery, Ambergate
White Peak Distillery is Derbyshire’s first full scale craft spirits distillery. Whisky is it core focus – White Peak launched its first single malt ‘Wire Works Whisky’ in February 2022. The location of the Distillery has a rich history, from being the royal hunting grounds of Edmund Crouchback in the Middle Ages to being owned by industrialists in the 19th century. You can visit the Distillery on a Distillery Tour or a Whisky Tour.
For more details visit their website here
Great British Car Journey
Featuring over 140 British Classic cars, from the days of the Austin Seven up to the latest McLaren, this new museum is open for tours and more at the former Wireworks site in Ambergate. You’ll be guided by the latest interactive technology, with fantastic activities for children and a great cafe where you can relax after your remarkable tour through time.
For more details visit their website here
Heritage Centre at St John’s Chapel, Belper
Reflecting the history and cultural past of Belper, The Heritage Centre is located in St Johns Chapel is the oldest building in Belper. The Heritage Centre contains an exhibition of artifacts and old photographs of Belper mounted by Belper Historical Society, illustrating aspects of the history of the town. It is well worth a visit to the Chapel, to wander outside or stand quietly in the nave.
For more details visit this website.
Denby Pottery Village
Home of the famous Denby Pottery, the Denby Pottery Village has a Factory Shop, Gift and Card Shop, The Denby Garden Stall and a new Farm Shop – all open daily. There is also a Coffee Shop/Bistro and a brand new Craft Studio.
For more details visit their website here
Midland Railway Centre at Butterley
A great day out for all the family with lots to see and do. heritage train rides transport you to a bygone ere. Explore a railway museum, the demonstration signal box, a Victorian railwayman’s church and much more. Plus there are narrow gauge, miniature and model railways, shops, buffets, children’s playground and country park. Free parking.
For more details visit their website here
Shipley Country Park
Shipley Country Park is near Derby and Nottingham and offers 700 acres of attractive and varied landscape, a visitor centre shop, toilets and Ramblers Coffee Shop.
Visit Shipley Country Park website for more details here
Derby River Boat
You can board the Derby Riverboat at Phoenix Green in Derby and set off on a 45 minute return trip up river to Darley Abbey. It has an electric lift to allow passengers in wheel chairs to use the boat. On the voyage, passengers will be able to listen to an audio commentary with facts about Derby’s fascinating history, and partake of on board refreshments.
For more information visit their website here
Royal Crown Derby Museum
The museum, which shares its historic premises with the Royal Crown Derby factory, is independently run by the Royal Crown Derby Museum Charitable Trust. It is the charity’s mission to:
Celebrate and share the stories and experiences associated with Royal Crown Derby to awaken curiosity, inspire creativity, encourage innovation, and to transform people’s relationships to ceramics.
Visit their website here to book your tickets for their museum tours
Kedleston Hall
An 18th Century mansion with Adam interiors, colonial history and vast parkland.
For more information visit their website here
Derby Gaol
The old “Derby Gaol” can be found under numbers 50 and 51 Friargate in Derby. It is said to be one of the most haunted spots in the country. The jail (“gaol” is an old-fashioned variant of the word) was used between 1756 and 1828 and was originally (it’s believed) two separate cell blocks – in fact, it’s thought the facilities could continue under neighbouring properties, too).
It is now a museum and much of the jail has been restored to its former condition.
Find out more about Derby Gaol and how to book guided tours and Ghost Walks here
Markeaton Park
Markeaton Park is Derby’s most visited park and is one of the most popular attractions in the East Midlands. It offers a place to escape from day to day living and city life and experience a little bit of countryside on Derby’s doorstep.
But behind the modern day park lays a fascinating history that is waiting to be discovered.
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Elvaston Castle Country Park has approximately 321 acres of open parkland, woodland and more formal historical gardens. There is also an information centre, shop, toilets and Wyatt’s Tea Rooms.
Visit Elvaston Castle Country Park website for more details here
