Following the river downstream from Belper, you will arrive at Milford, where Jedediah Strutt established his second cotton manufactory. Discover the remnants of the mill complex, and the cottages, church and school built to serve this industrial community.

The village was also home for several members of the Strutt family. The Strutt residencies, Milford House and Makeney Hall still exist today, one now a care home, the other a hotel. Just beyond Makeney Hall Hotel, you’ll find The Holly Bush, one of the oldest inns in the district.

Fin out more about the history of the key site of Milford here and more about the community that developed here.