Location: Chesterfield
Top Things to do in Chesterfield
Top 10 Free Things to do in Chesterfield, England
Chesterfield is a market town and borough in Derbyshire, England. It lies 24 miles (39 km) north of Derby and 11 miles (18 km) south of Sheffield at the confluence of the rivers Rother and Hipper. Including Whittington, Brimington and Staveley it had a population of about 103,800 in 2011, making it the second largest town in the ceremonial county after Derby. Archaeologists trace it back to a Roman fort built in the 1st century AD, but soon abandoned. Later an Anglo-Saxon village developed. The name derives from the Old English ceaster (a Roman fort) and feld (grazing land). It has a street market of some 250 stalls three days a week. The town sits on a coalfield, which was economically important until the 1980s. Little visual evidence of mining remains. The best-known landmark is the Church of St Mary and All Saints with its crooked spire, originally built in the 14th century.
Restaurants in Chesterfield
1. Barlborough Heritage & Visitors Centre
2. Junction
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
Welcome to Junction, We joined the busy Chatsworth road scene back in 2016 and are proud to have created a friendly and stylish meeting place. Whether it's cocktails with the girls, lunch with Mum, an afternoon with the lads or a quick coffee after a long dog walk you're welcome at Junction. Join us for lunch Monday - Saturday, 11pm - 3pm. Live music every Sunday along with various events throughout the year. We can't wait to see you for some Drinks:Social
Reviewed By twistedpinnacle - Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Just been for our second lunch since lockdown and as always the food was fantastic, with great service from the lovely staff. By far our favourite place for a drink and with the added bonus of being dog friendly!
3. The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 686 reviews
Reviewed By D768TCjohnb
From J Boy of Derby The largest church in Derbyshire and also one of the most impressive. It's more like a cathedral than an ordinary parish church. Magnificent stained glass windows each with there own story, many tombs and memorial plaques are on display. This time of the year is the annual Christmas tree festival, a most impressive display with over a hundred trees from various organisations across the town and surrounding area. It's an impressive display trees lit up against the background of this beautiful church, with a pianist to add to the atmosphere. At certain times of the year in the afternoon it's possible to climb with a guide to the top if the tower and see for first hand the famous spire that makes the town so famous. Well worth the climb, an interesting commentary is given by the guide.
4. Revolution House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
It was the dark year 1688 when rumour and unrest muttered up and down the country and James II sat uneasily on the throne of England. On bleak and windswept Whittington Moor stood an alehouse called the Cock and Pynot (a dialect word for magpie). Through the rain, three horsemen rode to this remote place, stepped inside and started plotting to overthrow the King. These men were the Earl of Devonshire, the Earl of Danby, and Mr John D’Arcy. Between them, they raised support in the North and Midlands, and planned to offer the Crown to James’ daughter Mary and her Dutch husband William. William and Mary landed at Torbay in November 1688. The country rose in support and James fled to France. The Revolution was over, but the alehouse at Whittington still stands, with its thatched roof and its intriguing name – Revolution House. Today, Revolution House has a display of 17th Century furniture, a video on the Revolution of 1688 and a programme of events through the summer.
Reviewed By U5082RUandyb - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
A little cottage in the village of Old Whittington Chesterfield with historic importance .used to be an old inn
5. Chesterfield Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
The Museum tells the Story of Chesterfield, from its beginnings as a Roman fort on Ryknield Street to the building of the ‘Crooked Spire’ Church and its growth as a market town. The Museum also reflects the town’s important industrial heritage, tracing the development of coal mining and local industries. Chesterfield’s most famous Victorian resident, George Stephenson, the ‘Father of the Railways’ is also featured. Children can follow the trail around the Museum and make discoveries of their own, then add pictures to the Your Gallery display. The Art Gallery often features the work of Joseph Syddall from Old Whittington, once described as 'the best draughtsman in England'. Syddall was asked to illustrate Thomas Hardy's novel 'Tess of the D'Urbevilles' when it appeared in the Graphic Magazine. The Museum has a changing programme of exhibitions and events.
Reviewed By burtandjoyce
A very friendly and helpful welcome to this small museum of the social history of Chesterfield. What an important town it was in the past. The current exhibition about lives of some remarkable women of Chesterfield celebrates the importance of some previously unsung female heroes.
6. Chesterfield Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 310 reviews
Reviewed By 146lezetted
It's a beautiful place for a walk or bike ride, went along there a lot last year on my bike and saw there were people cleaning up the water, getting all the rubbish out.
7. Chesterfield Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By christopherthoel - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Had many a lovely walk along the can lately it’s by far the best place for a walk in chesterfield with so much wildlife to see and lovely kept paths
8. Holmebrook Valley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By kensmoon - Lincoln, United Kingdom
After a walk around the lake we took the gently ascending path by the little stream surrounded by the changing colours of all the different trees. Plenty of spaces in the car park, the toilets were well maintained and takeaway food and drinks were available at the cafe.
9. Linacre Reservoir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 307 reviews
The historic Linacre Reservoirs provide the perfect setting for a quiet, relaxing day out. A network of trails and footpaths crisscross the valley. Visitors can explore ancient beech and oak woodlands or follow the course of the Holme Brook as it cascades down the valley. The peaceful setting means the site abounds with wildlife. Nuthatches, flycatchers and woodpeckers can be seen and heard as they flit among the canopy and kingfishers and mandarin ducks can be spotted around the waters edge. The site is accessible all year round. Car parking There are three small car parks along the main entrance road to the Linacre Reservoirs. Car parking at Linacre costs £1.00 for up to two hours and £2.50 for the day. An annual parking permit for up to two cars costs £25.00.
Reviewed By Dembot - Cambridge, United Kingdom
A lovely walk around the Linacre Reservoir, a fairly long walk so make sure you wear good footwear. Very peaceful place and would recommend to friends and family. Car parking is near and is fairly priced.
10. The Rose and Crown Brampton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
With its handpicked selection of Real Ales and lively events calendar, the Rose & Crown provides a friendly and progressive take on a time-honoured British experience. Truly a pub for all seasons and all tastes. Enjoy a pint of the Award Winning 'Golden Bud' in the Summer, a snifter of sweet, dark 'Winter Bock' after the fall or a glass of rousing 'Jerusalem' in the Spring. The range is wide, the choice is yours. Awarded 'Summer Pub of the Season' in the 2012 and 'Spring Pub of the Season' in the 2013 and 2015 CAMRA Awards
Reviewed By sennensunset - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Everything you could want in a ‘local’, very friendly atmosphere, extremely welcoming staff, great service, good selection of real ales and amazing ciders. Sunday lunch is incredible value and we just can’t wait for re-opening. Matt and his team did so much to make it a safe environment and everyone misses being there.
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