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 Wirksworth
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Wirksworth, a
small town built on the lead mining boom of the 17th century
and 18th century, an industry started by the Romans in this
area. More recently the main industry was limestone, helped
by the establishment of the railway line.
With the industry
came the problems and in the 1970's the centre was made a
restoration project, turning the town into a delightful place
to visit with narrow streets, market place and old inns.
Buildings especially
to note are the old Moot Hall, Babingdon House, and 13th century
based St Marys.
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What
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Wirksworth Tourist Attractions
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 National
Stone Centre, Porter Lane, the story of stone exhibition,
gem panning, guided fossil trails, shop, etc. Tel: 01629 824833
Open: late Mar - end Oct 10:30-17:00; end Oct-Mar 10:00-16:00
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Heritage Centre, Market Place, silk mill with exhibitions
on quarrying and customs, shop, etc. Tel: 01629 825225
Open Apr-Jun & Oct: Tue-Sat 11:00-16:00, Sun 13:00-16:00;
Jul-Sep Daily 10:00-17:00; Nov-Dec Wed-Sat 11:00-16:00, Sun
13:00- 16:00 Bank Hol Sun & Mon 10:00-17:00 |
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Top Engine House, Middleton, north of Wirksworth, 1829
beam engine used to haul wagons up the Cromford and High Peak
Railway, some steam days Tel: 01629 823204
Open: Easter - Oct |
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Water, visitor centre, walks and paths around this reservoir
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Where
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Kirk Ireton near Wirksworth
A really special holiday home dated 1742 and recently restored and extended, retaining its magnificent oak beams and original stonework, this splendid farmhouse now enjoys luxurious furnishings, a ¼ acre garden with hot tub on the terrace and glorious… Sleeps 6 + 2 children + t/cot
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Carsington Water near Wirksworth
Idyllically set on the banks of Carsington Water, these two beautiful barn conversions are part of a small group enjoying a peaceful setting and fabulous views over the sparkling lake. There is no through traffic, and the cottages offer direct access.. Sleeps 9 - 15 + 2 + 2 cots
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Carsington Water near Wirksworth
Set amidst lovely countryside Knockerdown Cottages offers a range of facilities including a superb indoor heated swimming poo and saunal. The original group of properties, five of which we offer here, are converted from 19th century farm buildings.. Sleeps 2 - 8 + cot
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Carsington Water near Wirksworth
An idyllic peaceful setting just a few hundred yards from the shores of famously lovely Carsington Water, these two charming and very comfortable barn conversions are part of a well designed little cluster of four. Enjoying shared use of a high quality… Sleeps 4 + cot
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Carsington Water near Wirksworth
An idyllic peaceful setting just a few hundred yards from the shores of famously lovely Carsington Water, these two charming and very comfortable barn conversions are part of a well designed little cluster of four. Enjoying shared use of a high quality... Sleeps 4 + cot
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33 Greenhill Wirksworth DE4 4EN
This enchantingly romantic and beautifully furnished cottage enjoys an elevated location in a quaint little market town famed for arts and crafts and boasting a vibrant September arts festival. Enjoying lovely walking from the doorstep into the surroundin Sleeps 3
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Manystones Lane Brassington near Wirksworth DE4 4HF
Glorious uninterrupted panoramic views over surrounding meadows and a truly delightful private location combine to make this lovely contemporary barn conversion a wonderful holiday base. Warm very comfortable and retaining original beams it sits in ½ ..Sleeps 6
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Around
The Wirksworth Area
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around then visit neighbouring Matlock
and Matlock Bath |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Matlock Bath (3.00 miles) Matlock (4.27 miles) Ripley (7.29 miles) Ashbourne (7.76 miles) Bakewell (10.21 miles) Heanor (10.26 miles) Derby (11.63 miles) Eastwood (11.94 miles) Chesterfield (12.57 miles) Ilkeston (13.08 miles) Sutton-in-Ashfield (13.42 miles) |
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