Top Things to do in Matlock
The 10 Best Museums in Matlock, England
Discover the best top things to do in Matlock, United Kingdom including 50th Cromford Steam Rally, The Old Lock Up Art Gallery, Peak District Lead Mining Museum, Crich Tramway Village, Masson Mills, Red House Stables and Carriage Museum, Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills, Masson Mills Shopping Village, VCS Vintage Tea Room, Cromford Studio & Art Gallery.
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1. 50th Cromford Steam Rally
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
This year is our 50th Anniversary Cromford steam rally was established in 1970 and is one of the most highly rated shows in this part of the country, with over 600 exhibits theres something for everyone so why not come and spend the day with us at Cromford. Cromford Steam Rally 1st & 2nd August 2020, gates open 08.30 till late Saturday 08.30 till 17.00 Sunday
2. The Old Lock Up Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Contemporary Art Gallery - selling fine art & ceramics. Opened July 2017. The Old Lock Up Gallery is situated within a beautiful stone building, built in the 1700’s, in the beautiful and historic Derbyshire village of Cromford. The building itself is steeped in history – as it was owned by Sir Richard Arkwright and used as the village jail, one of the first of it’s kind in the country.
Reviewed By KeepItSimple86 - East Midlands, United Kingdom
The Old Lockup Gallery manages, without fail, to host an annual program that would make any small gallery in London feel proud. Whilst supporting and championing local artists the space also manages to invite artists from all over the globe in its annual postcard show, you would be forgiven for not knowing that this space is managed and run by a single person. Alongside the exhibitions you can engage with the gallery with one of its many artist lead workshops from life drawing to painting, often complimented with drinks and food. Honestly the gallery is fantastic, always fresh and something the local community should be proud to host. Visit often and where possible offer a donation to keep it open, I promise you will miss it if it ever leaves us.
3. Peak District Lead Mining Museum
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4.5 based on 181 reviews
Currently closed due lockdown - hope to be open every day from the 3rd December. Find out about the lead mining heritage of Derbyshire from Roman Times to the present. Interactive exhibits, mock tunnels and shafts to climb, moving models. The new Matlock Bath Through Time exhibition tells the story of a village that was one of the top Georgian Spas in the country. Then visit Temple Mine and find out what it was really like working underground followed by a try at gold panning. Suitable for all ages. Family ticket £28 (2A and 3C)
Reviewed By Navigate775700
Due to Coronovirus we had a guided tour of the mine just to our little family. Chris, our guide, was really friendly and very knowledgeable on the mine and its operations. After the mine, we did some gold panning and all came away with a little haul of fools gold and amethyst. The museum was great with loads of information about the area and its mining history. Some interactive exhibits for the youngster's too. Its a shame covid has forced them to close the climbing tunnels but perfectly understandable. Great shop as well with loads of rocks and gems available to buy as well as books on mines and the local area. Really friendly staff topped the visit off. Would definitely recommend.
4. Crich Tramway Village
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4.5 based on 2,250 reviews
Crich Tramway Village is a family visitor attraction and home to the National Tramway Museum. Take a trip back in time and ride vintage trams into the open countryside. There's an enchanting Woodland Walk and Sculpture Trail, Tearoom, gift shop, children's play area, exhibitions and Workshop Viewing Gallery. We are open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Monday 31st August and weekends from 10am until Sunday 1st November 2020. Please check our website for opening times: www.tramway.co.uk and download the Covid-19 Crich Tramway Village Guidelines.
Reviewed By KellyGreen123 - Mytchett, United Kingdom
Lovely day seeing trams, the museum, doing the woodland walks... the memorial hall is not a walk for the faint hearted - it took quite a while!! The views were amazing and the different trams to ride were fantastic Plenty of eateries, pub, tea room, icecream parlour and old fashioned sweetshop, as well as a selection of picnic areas! Loved it! Suitable for all ages, Ps the memorial walk isn't easy with a buggy or wheelchair mind u!
5. Masson Mills
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By raudigs - Haslemere, United Kingdom
This mill dates back in part to the 1700's. There is a large shopping centre there but also a fascinating museum and if you go at the right time you will see and hear in an informative guided tour all the textile machinery in operation with some of the equipment dating back 200 years or more. Even without a tour you can have an interesting walk round.Never realised so much technology went into making a tie! It was highlight of our week long visit to Debyshire. But beware the museum does not take debit/credit cards and the shopping centre does not have a cash machine. The Gold ticket to see everything costs £7.50
6. Red House Stables and Carriage Museum
7. Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills
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4.0 based on 602 reviews
"Step back in time" in the Working Textile Museum at Sir Richard Arkwright's 1783 showpiece Masson Mills,the finest surviving and best preserved example of an Arkwright cotton spinning mill. Let the sights, smells and sounds of historic working textile machinery transport you into the past and bring Arkwright's legacy to life. Shopping village, restaurant and car park on site. Gateway to the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.
Reviewed By 431ianh - Derby, United Kingdom
Have passed the mill many times and having seen it on TV decided to pay a visit. The museum is fascinating and if you time it right, well worth paying the extra to see the boiler house and steam engine in operation. The latter had only been open 10 weeks and is absolutely incredible. Thanks to Andrew and Kevin for the very informative tour and demonstrations.
8. Masson Mills Shopping Village
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3.5 based on 279 reviews
Set in 6 beautiful acres, Masson Mills is located over the banks of the River Derwent in the picturesque town of Matlock Bath, a village situated south of Matlock on the main A6 road in Derbyshire, England. Matlock Bath, a former spa town, is a popular destination for tourists visiting the Peak District as it has something to suit every taste - from shops to museums and amusements. In the 19th century Matlock Bath began to develop as a spa town, whereas previously the town was made up of a collection of small villages. Masson Mills is the gateway to the world heritage site and is joined to the Working Textile Museum. The refurbished Mill built by Sir Richard Arkwright in 1783 was re-opened in 1999. The Shopping Village, Museum and Conference Centre host nearly 400,000 visitors a year, and employs over 70 staff who are always willing to go that extra mile to help you with your shopping needs. Our focus on outstanding customer service and top quality merchandise at great prices is the reason we are the proud award winners of retail outlet of the year.
Reviewed By paulbW32IR - The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom
A good choice for clothes shopping and have always found a bargain but be prepared for the whole day’s visit
9. VCS Vintage Tea Room
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Vintage Toy & Bicycle Museum Vintage Tea Room
10. Cromford Studio & Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By CarolG843 - Derby, United Kingdom
Lots of things to see and featuring local artists. Some people may think it is expensive but on balance not so for original art work / limited prints. Well worth a look if you are in Cromford.
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