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Derbyshire
Guides & Maps
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 Matlock
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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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Map of Matlock |
What
To See -
Matlock Tourist Attractions
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 Lea
Gardens, at Lea , east of Matlock, rare collections of
rhododendrons, azaleas, and rock plants. Shop, tea room, etc.
Tel: 01629 534380 
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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
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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
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House Carriage Museum, Darley Dale, collections of vehicles
and equipment, book for a ride, Tel: 01629 733583 |
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| 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
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Where
To Stay in Matlock
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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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10 Stancliffe Avenue near Matlock DE4 2FZ
Set within just 5 miles of Chatsworth House Haddon Hall Bakewell and the Heights of Abraham and Gulliver's Kingdom at Matlock Bath Primrose Cottage is ideally located in the heart of the Peak District. One of a row in a quiet cul de sac beside a park Sleeps 5
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Corner Cottage Chesterfield Road Two Dales near Matlock DE4 2EZ
On the edge of Two Dales village this comfortably furnished beamed cottage sits at the end of a row within a short stroll of the friendly local inn and general store. Matlock Bath with its Heights of Abraham cable car rides Gulliver's Kingdom and Grea ..Sleeps 5
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Whatstandwell near Matlock DE4 5HP
In a woodland setting this delightful and very comfortable detached cottage enjoys a one acre enclosed garden plus superb fishing on the River Derwent just 50 yards across a meadow. There is an excellent dining pub and provision shop just 100 yards away a ..Sleeps 6
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Jaggers Lane Darley Moor near Matlock DE4 5AH
These exceptionally smart newly built properties boast high quality contemporary interior design as well as an ideal position on the perimeter of the Darwin Lake holiday village. A little row of three they sit at the start of a woodland walk and with exte ..Sleeps 6
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Masson Lees Farm Salters Lane near Matlock DE4 2PA
Stunning panoramic views over the Derwent Valley to Riber Castle and a peaceful setting on a small non working hillside farm combine to make this tastefully furnished single storey former dairy an ideal holiday base. Superb rambles start from the doorstep ..Sleeps 4
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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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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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Around
The Matlock Area
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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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Our
Hotel Booking Line
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0870 4786316
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