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Matlock DerbyshireMatlock

Matlock, only a small hamlet until the 1800's when mills at Cromford were built by Richard Arkwight. But it really expanded when "hydrotherapy" treatments where introduced to the Victorians by John Smedley. Smedley even built his own castle, now in ruins.

With trains and trams the town prospered for 100 years.

Today a busy town and tourist centre on the edge of the Peak District and close to Matlock Bath, a mile down the A6.

High Tor towers over these towns and there are plenty of paths to wander high over the River Derwent. Or try a gentle stroll around Hall Leys Park, down by the river.

Good views from St Giles church, above the town, with its stained glass windows. Vist the website at www.sgiles.org

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Matlock Tourist Attractions

                      
Lea Gardens, at Lea , east of Matlock, rare collections of rhododendrons, azaleas, and rock plants. Shop, tea room, etc. Tel: 01629 534380 Admission Charge Open: Opening times Late Mar- Jun 10.00-17.30 More On Lea Gardens
                    
National Tramway Museum, Crich DE4 5DP,off A6 south east, indoor and outdoor activities, tram rides, exhibitions, 70 trams to see, video, play areas and picnic areas. Restaurants, shops, etc.Tel: 01773 852565 Admission Charge
                    
Peak Rail, Matlock Station, Matlock DE4 3NA, take the train along the river 8 miles down to Rowsley, special trips include dining cars on Saturdays or Sundays, or stop off at Darley Dale, the line's headquarters,and visit the Red House Carriage Museum (see below); telephone for details and timetables. Tel: 01629 580381 Admission Charge
                    
Red House Carriage Museum, Darley Dale, collections of vehicles and equipment, book for a ride, Tel: 01629 733583 Admission Charge
                    
Wingfield Manor, South Wingfield, A6 then to Crich and South Wingfield, ruined 15th-century mansion and tower used in the film "Jayne Eyre" and TV series "Peak Practice" , Mary Queen of Scots was once imprisoned here, Tel: 01773 832060 Admission Charge Open: Wed-Sun Apr-Nov More On The Manor
            
 

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Cascades Gardens Clatterway Bonall Matlock DE4 2AH
Tel: 01629 822464
Cascades Gardens is a beautiful 4 acre garden and luxury B&B set in the historic village of Bonsall. The Georgian house offers 5 star B&B with 3 double rooms, each with a unique theme; the India Suite featuring authentic Indian art, the Tibet Suite, tastefully decorated to a Tibetan theme and our Garden Suite, with luxury spa bath and suite ideal for a wedding anniversary short break or romantic getaway.


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Whitworth Park Hotel Dale Road North Matlock DE4 2FT MAP
Welcome to The Whitworth Park Hotel, ideally placed to visit The Peak Districts many attractions This grade 2 listed building has been fully refurbished during 2004.

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Holiday Cottages


Dale View Wensley near Matlock
A truly charming, peaceful and secluded cottage, with old mullioned windows, beams and open fire, Dale View enjoys splendid panoramic vistas across Wensley Dale to Riber Castle above Matlock. Excellent walking is a feature of this beautiful area, which.. Sleeps 2 + t/cot

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The Cruck Barn Wheatcroft near Matlock
Boasting panoramic countryside views from its balcony, this beautifully converted medieval barn stylishly combines ancient beams with smart, contemporary furniture and fittings and some antiques. It sits in a peaceful hamlet ideally placed for enjoying.. Sleeps 2

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The Old Dairy Matlock
This pair of lovely, newly built and very comfortably furnished, cottages enjoy a unique position on a very quiet 'access only' lane with fields and woodland to the rear and views to Riber Castle, yet are only 500 yards from the centre of this small to… Sleeps 7 + t/cot

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Hay Ho Cottage Ashover Hay near Matlock
Enjoying an idyllic and peaceful setting with panoramic views across Ogston Reservoir and lovely countryside, this detached and superbly converted haybarn is very smartly and comfortably furnished and brimming with character. Together with walking from.. Sleeps 4 + t/cot

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Linden Cottage Matlock Green Matlock
Commanding superb views across the valley to Riber Castle and Heights of Abraham, this lovely 18th century cottage offers cosy, very attractive and comfortably furnished accommodation. With its sheltered,south facing garden, it adjoins the owners' hom… Sleeps 4 + 1 + cot

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Mews Cottage Tansley Matlock DE4 5FH
Converted from the old rectory coach house, Mews cottage is set in a lovely walled garden in the village of Tansley. This is a pleasant village with a general store and post office and three good pubs which serve food. Nearby Matlock ... Sleeps 3

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Pinewood Apartment Ashover Matlock
Very comfortable self-contained first floor apartment above the owner's residence. Established garden with pond, waterfall and bridge. Sleeps 4

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Around The Matlock Area

After wandering around the town, visit Bakewell, but Matlock Bath, just down the road, and its attractions are a must!

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Matlock Bath (1.28 miles) Wirksworth (4.27 miles) Bakewell (7.24 miles) Chesterfield (8.58 miles) Ripley (8.59 miles) Ashbourne (11.20 miles) Eyam (11.43 miles) Heanor (11.96 miles) Sutton-in-Ashfield (12.16 miles) Kirkby-in-Ashfield (13.09 miles) Eastwood (13.20 miles)

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