Local Attractions

Attractions

Horse Riding - At Darley Dale and Hazelwood
Rock Climbing in Cressbrook
Fishing - Close by at Alton Manor (Wirksworth), Belper Ponds and Carsington Reservoir. Local tackle shops available in Matlock and Belper.
Cycling - for information about cycling in Derbyshire. Local cycle hire at Middleton Top
Golfing - Full list of courses in Derbyshire
Birdwatching - in Derbyshire. Local parties catered for by prior arrangement
Arkwright's Mill
High Peak Trail & Cromford Canal and Middleton Top Visitor Centre
Matlock Bath
Carsington Reservoir - Visitor centre with permanent exhibition. Water Sports Centre.
Wirksworth - An ancient Lead Mining town
Ashbourne - A colourful and historic town
Bakewell - With one of the oldest markets in the area, held every Monday
Buxton - natural springs and university town of Derbyshire
The National Tramway Museum - See trams in period settings at Crich, Matlock
Sally Mosley. Guided walk run regularly in the area
Northern Light Cinema at Wirksworth www.thenorthernlightcinema.co.uk. Booking on line essential.

Restaurants

Old Smithy in Monyash, great eating and entertainment
The Tavern at Tansley, historic country inn, high quality locally sourced food
La Caverna in Matlock Bath. Excellent value. Must book: 01629 55635
Stones Restaurant 1a Dale Road Matlock 01629 56061. Book early.
Miners Arms Inn at Milltown, Ashover S45 0HA. Excellent value but must book: 01246 590218
The 50s American Diner, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, Derbyshire (01283 220050)
Vanilla Kitchen at Tideswell 01298 871 519 recently won Peak District awards for their food - Great Taste Awards 2009

Derbyshire

Museums, Historic Houses and Gardens

Theme Parks

Shopping