Rose Cottage, Matlock

The town of Matlock has been attracting visitors to the area since the late 17th century. Set in the wooded gorge of the River Derwent, Matlock offers shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as Gulliver’s Kingdom and the Peak District Mining Museum. Views down the gorge can be enjoyed from the cable car which takes visitors up to the Heights of Abraham – a place with its showcaves, nature trail, water gardens and Owl Maze. South of the town is the High Peak Cycle Trail, a short drive away is the National Tramway Museum at Crich. To the north are the market town of Bakewell and Chatsworth House and Park – not to be missed!