Matlock Bath tourist information

Matlock Bath, a busy little town, sited next to the river at the side of a gorge which towers above the town. Very popular in summer, much visited in winter. Another spa town, so you can "take the waters" at the Pavilion, don't blame us if the taste is not to your liking.

Very much a Regency town with 18th and 19th century villas, rather like a seaside resort without the sea.

The arrival of the railway in 1840's made the town even more popular. It has two parts to the main street, South Parade and North Parade.

From the end of August to the end of October marvel at the Illuminations and Venetian Nights, which include illuminated boats on the river.

Reach High Tor, a 390 foot limestone outcrop, by the cable car, see below, or you can walk up if you wish.