Location: Ilkeston
Top Things to do in Ilkeston
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Ilkeston, England
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. Bennerley Viaduct
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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.
2. NatWest Hole
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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.
3. 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.
4. 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
5. All Saints Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By RevChristine - Ilkeston, United Kingdom
An 800+ year old grade 1 listed church, set slightly back off Ladywood Road, behind the yew trees, a hidden gem - watch out for the church cats, the white one is deaf
6. St Mary's Church
7. Ilkeston War Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By johnhp702 - Derby, United Kingdom
It is that time of year again that we remember those that fought and died for us to keep our freedoms and long may it continue. Lets also give thanks to the present day heroes that are looking after us in the fight against Covid19 we will be victorious again.
8. St Andrew
9. St. Michael & All Angels
10. St Wilfrid's Church
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