Top Things to do in Matlock
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Matlock, England
Discover the best top things to do in Matlock, United Kingdom including Rapid Horizons Ltd, The Barley Mow Bonsall, Scarthin Books, The Old Lock Up Art Gallery, Coghlans Cookery School, Deception Escape Rooms, Punnydukes, Peak District Lead Mining Museum, MoCa Bar, The Druid Inn.
Restaurants in Matlock
1. Rapid Horizons Ltd
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 286 reviews
We specialise in White Water Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing and River Tubing! Take to the water with Rapid Horizons. From family groups to stag and hen parties our aim is to give you the best experience on the river. Based in Darley Dale our main location is the River Derwent but we also operate in North Wales on the River Dee and also Nottingham at Holme Pierrepont. No Experience is required for any of our activities. Our staff and River Guides and highly qualified and experienced not to mention incredibly passionate abut their jobs!
2. The Barley Mow Bonsall
3. Scarthin Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By 812simonf
This is a great place for grown ups and kids. Lots of books, a great kids room, and really nice cafe, lots of good books new and old. A favourite to go to with my daughter after rugby or a walk nearby to get food for body and soul. Staff are friendly and helpful.
4. The Old Lock Up Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
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.
5. Coghlans Cookery School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Coghlans Cookery School was established by the Coghlan family in 2001 and has quickly become one of the foremost culinary cookery schools for the private sector in the UK. Ideally located in Darley Dale, Matlock (and located close to beautiful Peak District National Park), our Culinary Cookery School is easily accessible from Derbyshire, Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire.
Reviewed By Ohsleepless1 - Leicester, United Kingdom
Wow! What a most amazing day. This place is a little gem set in the very pretty grounds of Stancliffe Hall. I thought I was a decent cook until I got here! Our tutor and Chef (Masterchef!), Simon was excellent and organised our chaotic family so well. We made afternoon tea including macarons which I was sure would fail as they always do! They turned out absolutely perfect with the masterful guidance of our Chef, as did everything else! The 'school' itself is so well laid out and so clean with all mod cons! Hubs isn't very happy though, since returning home, I want a new kitchen with new appliances. Thank you, Coghlans and special thanks to our tutor Chef Simon for a most enjoyable experience. Can not wait to go again!
6. Deception Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 138 reviews
Do you have what it takes to defeat Deception? Choose your team (2-6 players) and pick your live game experience, 3 live escape game experiences to choose from, you have one hour to escape the room.
Reviewed By E7726GWhannahc
From beginning to end it was testing and scary but so fun at the same time. We did the scarytale room and we couldn’t stop laughing and shaking, loved every moment of it and will definitely go back again to try other rooms!! Thank you team for an amazing experience, I’m sure it was funny to watch!
7. Punnydukes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Boo_child - Derbyshire, United Kingdom
You’ll find this gem of a shop tucked away in a tiny cobbled alley, in the middle of Matlock. I used google maps to find it. I have visited twice and always come away spending more than I intended. The shop is crammed full of beautifully handmade items and tons of Harry Potter goodies. They have the best selection of pin badges by magical artists from around the globe. Everything is querky and perfectly arranged so you don’t miss anything. The icing on the cake is the Weasley’s Ford Anglia Car which is parked right outside the shop - It makes the perfect photo opportunity to remember your visit forever. If you intend on returning to Punnydukes make sure you pick up a Reward Card. You’ll be asked what HP House you’re in (Gryffinboar for me). If you spend £10 or more you’ll be given coloured tokens to pop in your House’s Vase. At the end of the month the tokens are added up and the House with the most tokens get 10% off purchases all month! YAY! I love this shop and can’t recommend it enough. P.S. If you’re looking for mass produced junk, this shop isn’t for you. If you’re looking for a lovely keepsake that you’ll treasure forever, then Punnydukes is right up your street.
8. Peak District Lead Mining Museum
Overall Ratings
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.
9. MoCa Bar
10. The Druid Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By JonTitlow - Norwich, United Kingdom
Congratulations to Hannah and her team. We visited on the first day the kitchen re-opened and enjoyed a first class lunch and such a warm reception from everybody. Reasonably priced, fresh cooked food, excellent local ales and comfortable surroundings. It was a little chilly with the front door open but only a minor point. Thank you. Jon, Kerry, Kate and Paul.
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