Wirksworth Travel Guide

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Looking south along the tracks at Wirksworth railway station on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway.
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Looking south along the tracks at Wirksworth railway station on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway.
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Town Hall, Wirksworth
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Wirksworth St Mary's Church
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Wirksworth Church
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The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park Nottingham England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,392 reviews)
Hotel was lovely and the beds were comfortable. Really pleasant staff and would recommend the hotel. However wasn’t a fan of 5 WhatsApp messages plus Expedia messages from them think it was a bit too much. Apart from that everything else was great

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa

Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Chesterfield Road Chesterfield England
The price is AU$120 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$120
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chesterfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
We took our little dog with us and the only place we could eat whilst with her was the conservatory. This is a nice space but the floor was not cleaned from when we arrived and had something to eat there (a chip was dropped on the floor). It was still there with other crumbs late morning Sunday which ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

4 out of 5
Nuthall Road Nottingham England
The price is AU$138 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$138
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Top class hospitality

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
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Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace

Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace

Wirksworth ENG
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Matlock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Steeple Grange Light Railway and Wirksworth ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
five autumn days away
I went with five men friends, a group that has met since around 1980, for two nights then completed the last three nights with my wife. The property was excellent for both purposes. The location is splendid starting with the views from terrace and windows. The inside is warm, tasteful and practical. ...

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2023

Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace
Roomzzz Nottingham City

Roomzzz Nottingham City

4 out of 5
Stanley Place Nottingham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (913 reviews)
Amazing room. Staff were lovely. Definitely be coming again.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Roomzzz Nottingham City
5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)

5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)

Ashbourne Derbyshire
Stay at this cottage in Thorpe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
Lovely cottage, nicely appointed and pool and hot tub really great and host really helpful ...will come again

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)
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Popular places to visit

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Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station

You can take time to visit Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station during your travels to Matlock Bath. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
Restored tram at the delightful tramway village.. #History

Crich Tramway Village

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Crich Tramway Village in Crich. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Crich Tramway Village
Bridge in Matlock

Matlock Parks Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Matlock Parks Country Park, a lovely green space in Matlock. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Matlock Parks Country Park

Gulliver's Kingdom

Bring the family to Gulliver's Kingdom and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Matlock Bath. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Gulliver's Kingdom

Cromford Mill

You can learn about the history of Cromford with a trip to Cromford Mill. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Cromford Mill

Cromford Canal

You can take time to visit Cromford Canal during your travels to Cromford. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Cromford Canal

Activities

Small-Group Derbyshire, the Peak District & Poole's Cavern

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

AU$105
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District

7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District

AU$239
per adult
7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District
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Cities near Wirksworth

Sunlight illuminating top of rocky outcrop against blue sky; Matlock, Derbyshire, England

Matlock