Location: Ilkeston
Top Things to do in Ilkeston
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Ilkeston is a town within the Borough of Erewash, in Derbyshire, England. It lies on the River Erewash, from which the local borough takes its name. Its population at the 2001 census was 37,550, increasing to 38,640 at the 2011 Census. Its major industries were traditionally coal mining, iron working and lace making / textiles, but these have all but disappeared in the last few decades.
Restaurants in Ilkeston
1. Nutbrook Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Heading out along Nutbrook trail from Straws bridge on our new years day walk it was freezing and the path was very icy and slippy, most people we met where walking on the edge or grass all the way to the canal, beautiful crisp day for a walk.
2. Bennerley Viaduct
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom
I had never heard of the Bennerley Viaduct until I saw Tim Dunn's tv programme about railway architecture. After a google search I was able to find it. Driving along the A6096 from Ilkeston there is a turning on the left for the kennels. There is a very small area to park. If you walk along the river you can see the viaduct through the bushes. Walk a little further an the bushes have been cleared and there is an information plate giving some history about the viaduct. I look forward to coming back when you can travel across it.
3. NatWest Hole
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 99 reviews
A one of a kind architectural masterpiece that draws visitors from near and far. Children love the novelty of this sight. A genuine landmark and Ilkeston institution.
Reviewed By tsT8478SD
Brilliant architecture, design and practicality. The hole has no bounds, one minute you’re crawling through it, the next you’re on the other side. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed visiting this landmark. We’re well travelled, but this one has topped them all with its interactive and charismatic design. Well worth a visit if you’re in the area. As a bonus we also used the cash machine. Natwest really are at the forefront of banking and art, so it would seem.
4. Erewash Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Local history museum and art gallery with a wide ranging event programme. Lots of free family activities. We have a lovely volunteer run tea room on site.
Reviewed By hilly2969 - Ilkeston, United Kingdom
A little gem, always got something going on, lots of educational stuff going on throughout the year. Located in a lovely building. Lots of activity's planned for school holidays either free or very cheap.
5. Straws Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By wendywC305PT - Sawley, United Kingdom
We live not far away and this was the first time we had visited. Beautiful place with lots of ducks and swans. We took the dogs and had a lovely walk. Really peaceful
6. The Spanish Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By T515XHsteves - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Was at the Spanish Bar yesterday afternoon for a debut gig with my band - Rattled - a very friendly pub venue - looks like recently refurbished - everywhere was modern and spotless - a very well appointed outdoor area which was very busy on a lovely Sunday afternoon - staff were on hand to make sure we had everything we needed and the customers were all supportive of the band with many venturing inside for a boogie which we really appreciated considering how nice the weather was - lots of favourable feedback as we packed away from friendly customers out to enjoy afternoon - A great debut gig for us and we hope to return sometime. I Can't comment on the drinks as didn't have any - but looked to be a good choice of beer - my wife had a small bottle of prosecco and the barmaid asked if she was going to have more than one as cheaper by the bottle - a nice touch.
7. Victoria Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By 573kathlynp - Derbyshire, United Kingdom
A wonderful facility on our doorstep. Love the flower beds and take our granddaughter every week to look round, scoot around in safety and play in the park
8. The White Hart Stanley
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Gloucestershire75
We visited last night to celebrate our daughters 18th. We had a table upstairs which was lovely. Having never visited before we were really impressed. The food was excellent and the staff were really helpful and friendly. We had a lovely night and will definitely be back.
9. Davy Lamp Ilkeston
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 9 reviews
The bar offers a range of draught lager and bitter and two cask ales, with local microbrewery Dancing Duck being a permanent offering and a range of guests ales frequent the second pump including Blue Monkey, Pedigree and Sharp's Doombar. There is a lounge and games room inside and a car park and drinking area externally. The lounge may be booked for private functions.
