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Things to see in Matlock (United Kingdom): 53 places and when to go
Matlock is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 53 places in and around it, mainly History (14), Nature (10), Food and drink (9). The best known are Derwent Valley Mills, Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 19. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 53.122, -1.5617
- Places
- 53 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (14) · Nature (10) · Food and drink (9) · Hiking (7) · Museums and art (6) · Temples (6)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- MAN Manchester, Greater Manchester, 54 km as the crow flies
What to see in Matlock
The places in and around Matlock, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Derwent Valley MillsWorld Heritage Site, where water-powered cotton-spinning mills were first built in the UK11 km
- Chatsworth HouseCountry house in Derbyshire, England12 km
- Haddon HallEnglish country house on the River Wye at Bakewell, Derbyshire, England, UK9.9 km
- National Tramway MuseumUnited Kingdom national museum of tramways5.7 km
- Cromford MillGrade I listed mill in Cromford, Derbyshire Dales, England, UK1.5 km
- Riber CastleBuilding in Derbyshire, England, UK1.4 km
- Bakewell CastleMotte-and-bailey castle in Bakewell, Derbyshire, England, UK13 km
- Wingfield ManorRuined manor house in Derbyshire, England, UK8.8 km
- Bakewell BridgeGrade I listed bridge in Bakewell, Derbyshire, England13 km
- Doll TorStone circle in Derbyshire, England, UK7.2 km
- Gulliver's KingdomChildren's theme park resort in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire527 m
- Nine Stones CloseBronze age stone circle in Derbyshire, England, UK8.1 km
- Andle StoneLarge boulder on Stanton Moor in Derbyshire, England7.1 km
- Belper Congregational ChurchChurch building in Belper, Amber Valley, Derbyshire, England, UK12 km
- Black RocksRock outcrop, Derbyshire2.6 km
- Christ Church, HollowayChurch in Holloway, Derbyshire, England, UK3.2 km
- Heage WindmillWindmill in Ripley, Amber Valley, England, UK11 km
- Holy Trinity Church, Stanton-in-PeakGrade II listed building in Stanton, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, England, UK7.9 km
- MinninglowArchaeological site in Derbyshire, England, UK8.6 km
- National Stone CentreMuseum3.3 km
- Nine LadiesBronze Age stone circle located in Derbyshire, England6.8 km
- Old House Museum, BakewellGrade II* listed building and museum in Bakewell, Derbyshire, England, UK13 km
- St Alkmund's Church, DuffieldGrade I listed church in Duffield, Amber Valley, Derbyshire, England, UK17 km
- St Katherine's Church, RowsleyChurch building in Rowsley, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, England, UK8.6 km
And the other 29, by what you come to do:
- Temples: St Mary the Virgin's Church, South Darley
- Hiking: Derwent Valley Heritage Way, Limestone Way, Peak District Boundary Walk Stage 11, Peak District Boundary Walk Stage 12, Peak District Boundary Walk Stage 13, Peak District Boundary Walk Stage 14, Trent Valley Way
- Nature: Dream Cave, Harboro' Rocks, Wyver, Avenue Washlands, Biggin Dale NNR, Gang Mine, Hartington Meadows Nature Reserve, High Tor
- Museums and art: High Peak Junction, Peak District Lead Mining Museum
- Food and drink: Thornbridge Brewery, Aldwark Artisan Ales, Alter Ego Brewery, Bentley Brook Brewery, Campbell Street Brewing Company, Peak Ales, Pentrich Brewing Co., Shottle Farm Brewery, White Peak Distillery
- History: Cromford Canal engine house, engine and aqueduct, Riverside Hotel
When to go to Matlock
The best time to visit Matlock is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:50
- FebPossible9:33
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:42
- MayBest time15:36
- JunBest time16:40
- JulBest time16:13
- AugBest time14:33
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:16
- NovBetter not8:20
- DecPossible7:19
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 19. In April, 53 of the 53 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Matlock
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN, Manchester, Greater Manchester), 54 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Derby66 places25 km
- Mansfield31 places27 km
- Sheffield130 places28 km
- Buxton96 places28 km
- Nottingham93 places31 km
- Stoke-on-Trent68 places44 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Matlock?
The best known: Derwent Valley Mills, Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, National Tramway Museum, Cromford Mill. In all, 53 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Matlock?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 19.
How do you get to Matlock?
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN), 54 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Matlock as the destination and these 53 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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