Top Things to do in Cromford
The 5 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Cromford, England
Discover the best top things to do in Cromford, United Kingdom including Scarthin Books, Birdswood, Black Rocks, Cromford Mill, Saint Mary's Parish Church.
1. 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.
2. Birdswood
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
Birdswood is an historic ex-working narrow boat belonging to canal restoration charity The Friends of Cromford Canal. The boat and gift shop at Cromford Wharf are run by a dedicated team of volunteers. Birdswood runs scheduled public trips from March to October. Additionally we operate theme events, school trips and exclusive charters, making the boat an ideal private venue for functions for up to 40 people. Come and enjoy a peaceful, relaxing journey along the scenic, rural Cromford Canal, get up close to the fabulous wildlife, and learn about the unique industrial heritage of the Derwent Valley.
3. Black Rocks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Prits_traveldiary - Leicester, United Kingdom
Visited the Black rocks for a day out with children, for the first time in cromford, Derbyshire, i was mesmerised by the stunning views soon as we had got there, a great place for walks with children or on own to admire the stunning views, right outside our door step, The climb of the rocks a little scary but a lovely little adventure as a family, we went during summer months of 2020, with a little picnic, Sandwich and coffee with a view. A great place to visit with kids for some exciting outdoor fresh air.
4. Cromford Mill
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 512 reviews
Cromford Mill is home to the first successful water powered cotton spinning mill. The Arkwright Society is an educational charity devoted to the rescue of industrial heritage buildings and helping to preserve the precious built and natural landscape in and around Cromford. Entry to the site is free, and visitors are welcome to come and explore the Gateway Visitor Centre, with information on all of the things to see and do throughout the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Entrance to the first mill and 3D audio visual show of Arkwright himself telling his story is just £3 and tours of the mill are available for £5. As a contribution towards the running costs of the Society, there is a modest charge for car parking ('Pay & Display'). Cromford Mill also offers a wide ranging retail experience in attractive surroundings. All purchases make a contribution to the work of the Society - directly or indirectly. There is a selection of cafes and shops to browse in and around the site including an art gallery and charity shop as well as beautiful canal-side walks. Whether you've come for a walk, stopped to have a coffee or soak up some of the history, Cromford Mills is a lovely day out for all the family.
Reviewed By GOSpot - Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Recommended to visit Cromford Mill and its representation of Arkwright's Spinney Jenny and its place in the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. This is a Unesco World Heritage site and seeing it shows why.mAdmission charges are modest and we were hosted by a volunteer Guide who showed us around the site, explaining Arkwright the man, how he used his drive and initiative late in his life to transform the cotton spinning business in Derbyshire and Lancashire. The buildings, old factories and amenities were first class, as was a holographic presentation from Arkright himself. The site has excellent shops and a cafe - a larger cafe is across the road by the canal. There is the adjoining Masson mill just along the road into the town. This is one of the best presented historical site of its type I have ever visited. I strongly recommend it for all agers - and we saw a kingfisher in one of the mill races.
