Top Things to do in Derbyshire
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Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Derbyshire, England
Discover the best top things to do in Derbyshire, United Kingdom including Pic Tor War Memorial, Bennerley Viaduct, The Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, Midland Railway War Memorial, Stainsby Mill at Hardwick Estate, The Devonshire Dome, Peak Forest Canal, Strutt's North Mill, Millers Dale Viaduct, Erewash Museum.
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1. Pic Tor War Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By jeanettec222
Beautiful serene spot with fantastic views of Matlock on Remembrance Sunday at Pic Tor Matlock. A walk through the church yard leads to quite a steep path to the memorial and a walk down the other side to the river walk in to Matlock.
2. Bennerley Viaduct
Overall Ratings
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.
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. Midland Railway War Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
5. Stainsby Mill at Hardwick Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Reviewed By kty910 - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
a NT propery working mill, in fact you can purchase flour that has been ground that day plus get given recipe cards - visitors are guided round by helpful NT volunteers who are very informative and chlldren are allowed to play at grinding some flour
6. The Devonshire Dome
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 345 reviews
Reviewed By NB1957
Open to the public and the staff are welcoming, this is one of the many "must sees" in Buxton. It is such an impressive structure, once the worlds biggest unsupported dome and still the largest in Europe, they really knew how to build to impress in the 18th century and there is such elegance about it as well. It is hard to believe that this magnificent structure was built for horses with accommodation provided for servants and ostlers. Wander around and admire and there is also a cafe if you wish to sit and enjoy the surroundings. It must be a wonderful venue for concerts etc.
7. Peak Forest Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
The Peak Forest Canal that passes through New Mills is unique in the many things it has to offer both local residents but also visitors to New Mills.Not only a waterway with many barges, boars and marinas the canal offers an ideal flat route for many walkers, runners and cyclists.On its route from Buxworth Basin (The Navigation is a good watering hole) through the link to the 'Cheshire Ring' in Marple (numeroud pubs, cafes and shops) the canal passes close by many pubs in New Mills - The Queens, The Pride of the Peaks, The Royal Oak, The Beehive, The Art Lounge as well as the many local shops and cafes in New Mills. As it passes the world famous Swizzels sweet factory in the centre of New Mills you can try and guess what sweets are being made by the aromas as you walk past.The canal is also a haven for flora and fauna and patient visitors early and late in the day will spot many birds, ducks and wild animals.
Reviewed By Michael-4551 - Caloundra, Australia
Visited on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th June. We were on our canal boat and really enjoyed doing this part of the Cheshire Ring with Marple and it aqueduct and 16 locks.
8. Strutt's North Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Strutt's North Mill played a vital role in the UK's Industrial Revolution and is of architectural and historic importance. It is one of a chain of mills that form part of UNESCO's Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage site. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a tour of the mill and explain more about its social, historic and industrial background.
Reviewed By AnnetteS974 - Newcastle, United Kingdom
We booked in last minute and are really glad we did. The museum is only open Friday to Sunday at the moment for guided tours. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and really helped us understand the part the cotton industry played in the history and growth of Belper. There is a small gift shop with a decent range of books themed towards mills and Derbyshire. Well worth visiting this mostly volunteer run museum.
9. Millers Dale Viaduct
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By AdrianH1967 - Derby, United Kingdom
My first visit since all the tunnels have been opened, and it is awesome to walk along and through these feats of Victoirian engineering. An absolute must if in the Peak.
10. 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.
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