Totally surprised myself by how interesting I found this! These are beautiful to look and watch as they go past. Such a shame that we don't use these anymore! There was plenty to do and see. The woodland walks with the wooden sculptures were great! We loved the wooden potato head! We all enjoyed the Tram ride through the village! Great day out!

A lovely day out for the enthusiast. We had three trams running on our visit and was able to ride on them with ease. The other attractions, such as the Woodland walk was a pleasant activity. The tram museum is very informative with a good collection of trams and their history. There are plenty of places to sit down but I would recommend bringing your own food/picnic as the small on site cafe has very limited table accommodation inside.

What a great day we had, it's steam punk weekend here, and decided to go along to find out what it was like. £25 per adult but free to come back within 12 months. Blast from the past as you walk down to the recreation of tram life with the extra of alot of people dressed up in their desired steam punk outfits. Great to see them all. So much to see with the history of trams, and the woodland walk is a must, we really enjoyed this part. Cant wait to go back again.

A lovely day out . We had spent the weekend in Matlock Bath. A truly lovely place to visit. The tramway village is only approximately 6miles away. It's like stepping back in time . Along with many trams on display, there are some you travel on along a track. An old fashioned sweetshop and pub . There's a cafe serving food . Sadly the country walk got to by the tram was closed due to the bad weather. Tickets are valid for 12 months so hopefully will go back in the summer months

Great day out. A big part of family holidays when I was a child was riding the trams at Blackpool along the seafront. Seeing a couple of these at the museum brought back some very happy memories. My parents would have rode on trams like some of these when they were young. It’s fantastic to see so many all in one place and all so well preserved. I love this sort of place. It’s so amazing that people had the foresight to save these items, be they trams or trains or buses, vintage cars, old buildings. They deserve our full support. Will definitely pay another visit.

Visiting the Peak District, on a wet autumn day with a dog, we went to look around this museum, as much of it is indoors. We took a tram ride - included with the entry, and dog was allowed on the lower floor of the tram - looked around the old sweet shop, various sheds and the workshop, then to the pub... then we wandered the woodland walks. An enjoyable afternoon, with very friendly & helpful staff. We thought the price (£25 each for 2 adults) steep, it does allow re-entry for 12 months, but that only works if you live locally to be able to go back within that timescale.

Fantastic place to visit and spend the day. I can throughly recommend Crich Tramway Village for a fantastic experience. The place is staffed by very friendly people and they are all very helpful and welcoming. I loved exploring the garages where the trams are stored and maintained and there is plenty of information about the history of each tram. The restaurant serves good quality food and is good value for money. I really enjoyed the tram rides and there was plenty of opportunities to stop off and get off at the different stops so that you explore more and enjoy a walk around the area. Thank you so much to the volunteers and workers who make this place such a fantastic place to visit.

Tansley Carboot is a great place to spend a morning browsing for bargains! There’s a wide variety of stalls, selling everything from household items and clothes to toys and collectibles. It’s perfect for treasure hunters or anyone looking for a fun, casual outing. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, and the stallholders are generally very approachable. Parking is convenient, and the layout makes it easy to move around without feeling crowded. Prices are reasonable, and you can often find some real hidden gems if you take your time looking. Overall, Tansley Carboot offers a fun and relaxed shopping experience, whether you’re after bargains, unique finds, or just a pleasant morning out.

Our car broke down today, and they were incredibly helpful. After we mentioned that we had a lot of items to sell, they made sure we had plenty of space to set everything up. We really appreciate all their help today!

Thank you to all the tansley staff that work very hard each morning making everything run smoothly. Absouloute lovely ppl a big huge thanks to Rob for finding me the stall i needed after leaving the site... a big thank you to sean boss man who makes sure every one proplem or issues are resolved far buy the best market going TANSLEY CAR BOOT 10 stars if i could

I live in London and traveled up to see family. They took me here today Sunday. Its a fair size booty but I found items were more expensive than Londond bootsales. The sellers were charming people, very polite, helpful. The food was in abundance there were excellent toilets. And the staff running the show were very good. But its all about the money. Cheap is king. And bootsales near me in London have far more to buy at better prices.

Very expensive for vans, I believe that it should be the same price for vans as it is cars like over at Duffield Carboot where it is £8 car or van & no extra charge whether you sell new or old items which makes no sense - looking at you Tansley Carboot @ £18 for a van..… I think whoever is running this place is getting a little to greedy which is why I rarely sell here especially coming up winter when it’s not worth the money to get in, summer yea when it’s nice and busy but otherwise not so much.

£2.8 per car, don't go too late, 13:00 arrive, they are packing things to leave. Great taste of Dinky Donuts with a hot chocolate.

Always enjoy coming here. Good variety of stalls to peruse. £3 to get in per car is a bargain. Some car booters do like to sell their stuff for silly high prices, but keep walking around as youll find it somewhere else with another seller for a more realistic price.

Great for a dip into the heritage of milling. Some independent shops to browse and a cafe. Cross the road for a canal side walk, too. All dog friendly and free to enter. Guided tours available at a cost. Canal boat trips also available.

This is free to look round, but we paid for a tour guide Mike was very informative this is well worth doing because we had a tour guide we got to see part of the building that other people don't see. They is a few shops and toilets also you can't something to eat. I would highly recommend coming here

Part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, Cromford Mills offers an immersive look at the industry that put this area on the map. The mills were built in the mid 18th century and were the first commercially successful water powered cotton mills in the world. They were productive until steam power replaced water power in commercial mills, after which point they saw a number of other uses. In 1979 the Arkwright Society purchased the site to ensure its preservation, and over subsequent decades restored the buildings and returned the site to its original layout. Today it incorporates a café, boutique shops and workshops. Cromford Mills is free to visit, but for visitors looking to learn more, paid guided tours are available. Information panels around the site provide a brief summary of its history and notable features. Worth a visit to see an exceptionally well preserved industrial area, which also serves as a good starting point for walks around the village and further afield along the canal path. While visiting, other areas worth seeing include the Mill Pond, North Street (a row of perfectly preserved workers cottages), and Masson Mills (a larger mill which superseded Cromford Mills). There's paid parking no more than 5 minutes walk away.

Sir Richard Arkwright’s first water powered spinning mill, built in 1771 is a classic example of engineering and social genius. Starting out as a penniless apprentice wigmaker Arkwright became a leading figure of the Industrial Revolution by ruthlessly exploiting, refining and scaling other people’s ideas. The site includes Arkwright’s mill, his mansion house, personal church and the mill manager’s house. Five stars is for the historic interest and significance. Strongly recommend the guided tours and the excellent volunteer guides. The site has extensive parking, cafe, craft shops and toilets.

We went here today. A lot to see and do. Some lovely arts and crafts and antiques shops. Good cafe which is reasonably priced. Had a lovely walk, but the weather wasn't the best

Excellent Historical Location. See where the first factory of its type was built, how a very clever and industrious man changed the way we work today... and there's more 😃 Well worth the visit. Take the guided tour, then take the assisted tour around the town

It was my first time here and despite the rain I had a lovely afternoon looking around the shops around the mill. The shops ranged from bookshops, knitting and antiques for sale, I managed to bag a bargain or two before heading to the nearby pub for a carvery.

Had a fantastic day here. The staff were fantastic. The in character staff were amazing and so friendly and knowledgeable. Special shout goes to Mel who showed us round one of the caves. She was fantastic and a real credit to you. So funny and knowledgable. There’s lots to do up there. The cable car ride is great. 2 caves to tour and plenty of fun for the kids on the play grounds. The cafe was brilliant. Had a lovely panini in there and some lovely cake. We came on a weekday outside of the school holidays and didn’t have to wait for anything. Lots of walking to be done and some is rather steep.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience here today. It was our first time visiting and had no idea what to expect, but what a day we had. I’ve come to write a review because I want to give recognition to Lorin, the lovely guy that did our Cavern tour. He was so helpful, approachable, and even took the time out to stay back and show us some fossils in the final cavern, because my autistic son’s special interest is dinosaurs. He was brilliant with both of my children and made the tour really quite special. Give this man a raise immediately HoA! 🥲🤣

Great couple of hours at least spent with great views . The Cave experience is informative and interesting. The cafe is very good with great selection at reasonable prices. parking is in the station carpark payable . Blue badge holders can pay for time and get an hour ontop free. It is a short walk to the cable car ticket office. Just be aware that the last 150yard to Ticket office is steep.

Plenty to see and do. The cable cart was good fun being dangled so high up. The tower was great for the veiws and cave tours were both informative and entertaining. The staff are all friendly and good fun. Lots of walking involved, but well worth it.

Heights of Abraham is a fantastic family destination—perfect for both toddlers and older kids, with plenty of land to explore, play areas, and exhibits to keep everyone entertained. We especially enjoyed the Wombles exhibition—it was fun and whimsical, and offered something a bit different. The views from the hilltop are absolutely lovely, trampling over the Derwent Valley and surrounding countryside, making the cable car ride all the more magical. The food was okay, but nothing to write home about—not quite matching the beauty of the surroundings. I was also disappointed that they didn’t have a chai latte on the drinks menu, and vegan soft serve ice cream wasn’t available—both would have been great choices to round off a lovely day. Admission is on the steep side: adult tickets cost about £25 online or £28.50 at the gate  . It felt quite expensive, especially for a shorter visit, but with a longer stay it might be more justifiable. Overall, it’s a beautiful and memorable place with a lot to offer families. With improvements to the food and drink options, it would be near-perfect!

Wonderful day out, perfect for dogs also, they are allowed everywhere but caverns and the Vista restaurant. Food a little pricey but picnic tables are everywhere for a packed lunch. The cable car stops half way up for stunning view pictures.

Had a great little visit here. Really enjoyed the cave lighting show, the cable car, live band playing, beautiful views. Food wasn’t cheap but wasn’t too over priced. Staff were all friendly and pleasant to talk to which always makes a difference. Would definitely return.

We called in for a few sandwiches and drinks. It was not busy. We waited over 25 minutes and were getting a little annoyed as we had to ask if they'd forgotten us but we finally took the sandwiches and then headed on to a local attraction. Upon opening the ham sandwich we saw the bread was disgusting and covered in blue mould. The ham was also grey. Hideous.

Cute and quirky cafe at the bottom of Cromford hill, popular with cyclists and serving all the usual favorites. Offers great value and a great stop to refuel before taking on that next climb 🚲 "Some might say" it's just round the corner from Cromford train station too, so a real Oasis. 🤓

American tourist visiting Cromford Mill, Cromford Canal, and High Peak Junction. I visited Cromford on May 10 2025. The weather was great. It was sunny, warm, but not hot. By the end of my visit I was hungry so I stopped at Tor Cafe for something to eat. Tor Cafe is located on the corner of Derby Rd and Mill Rd. Tor Cafe is not a fancy place. But the place is run by locals. The food is good and reasonably priced. The staff is helpful and friendly. I got a little breakfast sandwich (ham, sausage, and egg), a cup of tea, and a shot of espresso. Tor Cafe has seating upstairs, outdoor dining, with tall trees providing shade on a warm day. It is a hole-in-the-wall. But it is a great little-hole-in-the-wall.

I loved this place! Loads of vegan options, delicious, unpretentious, well-made classic "caff" food, incredibly good value (I had a HUGE vegan breakfast for £8.50) and really friendly staff. One thing it isn't is remotely fancy: the toilet layout is... idiosyncratic (functional, but unusual: you have to walk out of the main cafe to a funny little outhouse round the back), and the cafe is quite small and a bit dark (understandable, as it's an old building set into a hillside). It's also quite small, so possibly not great for larger groups? It might not be for everyone, but I found it quirky, homely, and a fab place to eat!

Very quirky but nothing fancy, just honest food at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended

Great little old school english cafe I often visit when in the area. The prices are ridiculous cheap, I'm not sure how they do it for the money. Highly recomend

Great spot for a bargain lunch - there’s a huge range of lunch options, we had jacket potatoes with proper butter, delicious cheese, and beans, and a really good cup of tea. Highly recommended!

Food was awful , naan was uncooked , tarka dal tasted like water bland no taste at all , we were told it is authentic Indian food , but I can say no where near authentic Indian taste , just bland uncooked food .

The food is to die for, fresh and hot. Great staff are friendly and attentive. Parking is an issue, but there are plenty of car parks around Matlock Bath, the heights of Abraham being the closest, we went on our anniversary we did not book and where a le to get a table, it was busy so would recommend booking so not to be disappointed, they also do takeaway as well 😋

Food was amazing! Enough from one meal to feed two people easily. Prices are good for the quality of food. Best of all the staff were so happy to help. They offered made me a half chicken and half veg curry as they knew I was undecided. They also made my curry mild as I requested. Honestly staff went above and beyond.

I had a pleasure to dine out in this lovely place. It's a place where you can taste authentic Indian cuisine. The meal was delicious and supreme, fresh tasting and adjusted to tanginess preferences. The portions are generous, you won't leave hungry. The menu is varied, for sure you'll find something for your taste. Have a look at wine list - the wine recommended by the staff was ideal and one of the best I've ever had. All reasonably priced. The customer service was amazing, very friendly, helpful and professional staff- there was no problem to adjust hot intensity of the meal, swap some ingredients and get wine recommendations. On the top of that- the place itself. It's decorated in modern way but still cosy and you feel welcome. The decor is fabulous. Music just completes the whole atmosphere, connecting the sublime meal, delicious food smells, excellent taste, the restaurant decor all together. My recommendation is 10 out of 5, it's one of the best places I have dined out (it's not only about the excellent food but the whole place itself) and for sure I'll be back when I'm in the area. PS. The restaurant is moved to the corner building.

Delicious poppadoms and subtle pickes. We shared starters that were also delicious. We enjoyed our mains a lot, however the Makhani dish was tasty but had a slight flavour of Heinz tomato soup. The chicken Murgh Masala was great.

Lamb bhuna tasted very mediocre very bland and tasteless, Ive tasted better curry Asda curry for 1. Partners meal was very disapointing. will not be visiting again, if you want curry avoid this place because the food has no depth of flavour you would expect at a decent curry house.

I have been to the balti several times before when at its old premises. I came to meet friends for dinner and I'm not sure what's happened (and it seems my opinion differs from most other reviews) but I found it was no where near as nice as I remember. We were a group of 5 and had a mix of meals between us. I chose the tandoori chicken tikka and tarka daal. The chicken was cooked well and tasted good, came with a salad and vegetable sauce (incidentally tasted very similar to the aubergine dish my friend had) . I'd say nice but didn't particularly stand out. Tarka daal is usually one of my favourite dishes, however in my opinion this one was bland and lacked any depth. Similar reports across our entire group. None of the dishes seemed to have much flavour or spice (for taste or heat. I generally don't like things to hot but this was the extreme opposite). Service was nice albeit slow. General overall feeling... mediocre and better options can be found within the vicinity. Wouldn't say no to a meal here if invited, but wouldn't go out of my way to book another myself any time soon. Maybe it was an off night?

I took part in the half day sourdough course and it was exceptional. Keith knew everything there was to know about the bread making process. He made it informational, relaxed and fun. I ended up with two incredible loaves of sourdough as well as some Chelsea buns. Lots of snacks and drinks throughout the course was an additional bonus. It was a great way to spend a Saturday morning and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their baking. Thanks Keith and the entire Loaf team, you've got something really special here!

Ordered 2 pasties which were piping hot and really good. Called in another day for cake to take to a sick relative. Didn't get to try them but judging by the ack of choice when I got there in the afternoon they must be good

This is our local bakery. The bread is great, but I highly recommend their chicken and mushroom slices! As well as shopping we’ve also done one of their baking courses and have two more books. It was great fun and very informative too.

Loaf are one of our suppliers! Their customer service is first class, their bakes are phenomenal! We’ve been a couple of times for brunch and the service and food is exceptional.

OMG What's not to like! Lovely village (very small) with some typical village shops including the Loaf which is a bakery/cafe. The bread is famous across Derbyshire (and can be sourced at Matlock market on Wednesdays just be early!) and is just amazing. The cafe is busy locally and rightly so..... 5*s across the board

Nice place , could do with a more varied menu for breakfast . My order has been forgotten quiet often and when I asked about it the last time I was told they were busy and it was in the way , not very friendly - I watched as they then proceeded to speak to another team member and quiet clearly it had been forgotten . Dog friendly and the pizza take a way is great The quiche to take out is tasty

We used the Loaf’s delivery (and by accident collection) service via text. We ordered loaf boxes and various items to be delivered to ourselves and our in-laws. The service provided by Suzie and the team was really good, the food itself is fresh and so tasty. With excellent feedback to all those we shared it with. I can’t wait until lockdown is lifted so we can go and try The Loaf’s cafe facilities. Thank you again, you’ve been brilliant!

Was in the area for a long weekend away and booked Stones to celebrate my partners birthday. What a great choice. Food was fantastic and reasonably priced for the quality. The service was great and the location was lovely too. Would highly recommend if you’re visiting the area.

Perfect tasting menu. Great wines to pair with. Couldn’t fault the food etc. only thing is if you don’t get a conservatory table to feel a little hemmed in. Definitely visit again.

Stones is the perfect spot for a nice meal, whether it be for a special occasion or a date night. The food is always perfectly cooked and involves different flavours or presentations making it a special meal. The staff are friendly and the service is quick. The restaurant is always clean and tidy, and beautifully decorated. Stones offer vouchers for their three course meal offers which are a great gift for Christmas or birthdays.

This was a recommendation from a friend and it was worth the hour and a half drive! The story I was told was that the chef was a Michelin star chef working in London, who was sick of the rat race and relocated to Matlock in Derbyshire. My partner and I opted for the 7 course taster menu and what a sensation that was. EVERY dish was an explosion in the mouth of complimentary flavours and textures. With the appetisers, the sour dough bread and the mous bouches , it turned out to be almost 10 courses. Just look at the photos! Unbelievable! The location is beautiful too. The outside terrace overlooks the river and the sounds of the water creates at truly romantic setting. The staff were excellent too and I’m surprised that Stones doesn’t already have a Michelin star! Out of this world and I would recommend everyone that likes food to try it! @ £80 per person, it is an absolute bargain. For food like this you would pay double that in London!

Great restaurant, absolutely delicious food and very professional and friendly staff,could not fault it at all

If you're looking for somewhere to have a wonderful eating experience - you've found it! You'll struggle to beat the excellent food at Stones Restaurant anywhere near here. We had the remarkable 5 course tasting menu today which, we all agreed, was as good as it gets. In addition there were really tasty amuse-bouche before the meal and in between some courses, and the whole meal was finished off with homemade chocolates. The staff were really pleasant, the decor was really pleasant, and the seating was comfortable. Each course was a masterpiece of taste and texture. Each course wasn't huge, but the meal as a whole was perfectly balanced and left everyone completely satisfied. On top of that it was superb value for money. In addition, in the warmer months, there is attractive outside seating with lovely views. A little gem - just sorry it isn't nearer to where we live, as it would be on the calendar regularly if it was.

Lovely! Went for our annual Birthday taster menu and it was great as always. Got to try a few things we'd never had before. A few items were quite salty which was such a shame but the puddings as always were th best part!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 A great place for kids and families to enjoy a day out. Most of the rides are short and mainly designed for children, but the overall atmosphere is fun. The roadside views on the way here are amazing, though the uphill journey makes pushing baby strollers a bit challenging. Best to arrive early to make the most of all the rides. A few extras, like having to pay £1 for a park map, didn’t feel like the best first impression. Still, overall, it’s a lovely family-friendly destination with plenty for kids to enjoy.

We enjoyed it today. Positives - booked online and took advantage of a 'secret deal'. Perfect for younger kids. No rides really too extreme and we got on almost everything. The tree top drop ride and the lost world raft ride were both really good fun. Got on the log flume three times, which we loved. Most of the staff were pleasant enough. The ski lift team were really nice and made an effort to welcome you on. Parking was fine although via a very steep, windy drive up and with cars queing to get parked you could smell clutches burning everywhere 😂 but there was an entrance into the park near the top for those parking which was decent. Negatives - Not much really. We waited in line for my little girl to go on the rock climb wall, behind a small group of girls, and we were the very next in line (and the only ones left in the queue) and they shut it because they 'only run one or the other' The other being a little toddler activity course in the same spot. When we queued both were in action. They could have let her have a go, bit annoying. Some of the attractions are a bit of a let down, the ghost house for example, and the dragons lair are a few mins each that you won't get back. Pointless walkarounds with nothing in them. Those aside, overall a decent day out and fairly priced, and I'm sure we'll probably go back before she gets too big for most of the rides. Point to note: if your not good at walking up and down steep hills, this place isn't for you. It's literally built on a hillside. You have the ski lifts which will take you up and down but expect a fair wait for one. For us, we did both and were fine with the gradients.

Great for the kids and the landscape is beautiful. The guys and gals working there were all polite and ready to help in anyway they can. Just a little mention to disabled people come fully prepared as it really is hard graft getting around because of the steep landscape.

Great day out for the younger kids, we really enjoyed the rides. The wait times weren't as bad as the bigger parks. Food wasn't overly priced and good portions. The hills there could be an issue for those with mobility issues or walking with bulky buggies/prams.

We had such an amazing time here, I was really impressed! We arrived at 12 and it closed at 5 and that was just enough time! We got on everything quickly and managed to do my daughter's favourite rides quite a few times! It's set amongst beautiful scenery, my 4 year old could go on nearly everything, and the car park is free!

Much better place than I thought. Adults can have fun with the kids too. Kids absolutely loved it. Area is beautiful too. Parking wise you need to get there early to find place at the bottom. I think it is better to start your journey in Gulliver's Kingdom from the bottom entry.

Lovely place for kids, from rides, activities, climbing ropes and lift chairs. Children loved it. Smaller rides for them to enjoy. The only set back was the height levels of rides. It was very steep going to different rides. I did see dome parents with pushchairs struggling. Not suitable for wheelchair, in my opjnion

A lovely little gem. I enjoyed walking through this small aquarium and amusement park with my little one. A small fee to enter, and kids under 4 years go free. Good selection of fish, and well looked after. Would recommend.

As adults the £6.50 fee seems a bit steep But there's a little aquarium with cute fish, a victorian bath with a large number of koi and then a little museum bit. It wasn't bad but wouldn't repeat the cost

Small but excellent space and learnt a lot about fishes. Not a bad prices to enter and you can feed koi fishes if you got 50p coin. Upstairs the is light luminous reflection weird pictures make my eyes funny and arcades ground floor.

This place is good just not very big but tickets were around £6.50 each the visit lasted around 30 mins

A lovely place which lives up to the seaside without the sea label. Lots of interesting shops and cafes and then you arr right next to the cable car and the heights of Abraham, also well worth a visit.

Small aquarium with a good carp pool but not much else to offer. A few of the other fish seemed a little ill cared for with dirty tanks, but the majority seemed okay… for the entrance fee I wouldn’t go again

Quite a basic and old fashioned visitor attraction, but that is part of it's charm! My daughter loved the holograms (a slightly bizarre selection but quite entertaining!), and the koi carp were relaxing to stand and watch for a while (for 50p you can buy food from a dispenser for them, which the kids enjoyed). The small section on local history was quite interesting, and the hall of mirrors provided much amusement. The petrifying well was a bit underwhelming but still worth a quick look. The actual aquarium part isn't huge but contains a reasonable range of different sea creatures for such a small aquarium, although a few of the bigger fish looked like they could have done with a bit more space to swim in. If you're looking for an affordable way to spend and hour or so out of the rain, as we were, it's not a bad option (especially given the price of some of the other visitor attractions in the area!).

Great place to visit, amazing to see the old machinery in action in the building. Lovely tea shop. We did the self guided tour and felt it would have been useful to have a bit more information (worth going on a guided tour I guess!). Exhibition upstairs was thought provoking.

Great, informative museum. Lovely to see the cotton looms working. Nice cafe and shop. Allow at least 2 hours to fully appreciate the museum. QR codes provide extra info as you go round.

This was a fascinating tour by Kevin, taking us back 250 years to the hard life of the mill workers. It was brilliant to see the looms, carding and spinning machines still in operation. Plus a marvellous stream engine that took over from the original water wheel. Good inexpensive food in the café as well.

Brilliant place ! Absolutely amazing to see the scale of all the original machinery _and hear some of it working still. And millions of bobbins and reels of all types and sizes ...Still using the hydro electric power from tge river. Well worth a visit and supporting this amazing Museum

The birth of the factory and industrial revolution happened here, this a UNESCO world heritage site. The museum shows some insight into the working conditions of the early industrial age. So much more could be shown regarding working conditions and exploitation of those times.

Absolutely fantastic! Great industrial museum that's also still working as a cotton mill. Working for nearly 250 years. The explanation of the looms from Kevin was particularly good 😀

The tour was very interesting & informative wish l lived near. I found it difficult to but an item in the cafe, and was asked if l could call back. However living in Kent was not an option so had to leave empty handed disappointed as l would have loved to have taken some thing home to remind me of a great visit.

I really couldn't fault this lovely hotel. Room was immaculate and spacious, plenty of coffee, tea and bottles of water. Lovely sitting area by the bedroom window to look out onto the river. Breakfast was fantastic with so much to choose from. I would highly recommend.

Lovely hosts, they made us feel very welcome and looked after us while we were there. The hotel is quirky and full of character so if you're a fan of vintage style you'll love this. Breakfast was amazing also and the atmosphere felt like stepping back in time. Bathroom could use a revamp and a bigger shower. Small bits around the room could use a bit more dusting and/or mending. The room was very comfortable however and the bed was very clean and cozy. Location is great, you're right in the middle of the busy Matlock bath (on a summer day especially) and the fact it has free parking is ideal.

Lovely stay at Hodgkinsons Hotel 2 nights over the May Bank Holiday weekend the proprietors couldn't have been more helpful. Great breakfast with a large choice would definitely consider staying there again.

If you like olde worldy, youll love this hotel however, also bear in mind that to access the top floor rooms, you'll need to climb 45 steps every time so it's not for those with mobility issues. Our room entitled Mayfield was nice but did not deserve to be called deluxe or exceptional and, whilst there was complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits and water, the milk was out of date and curdled the tea and, there were no tissues so you had to blow your nose on toilet paper. Although not the owners, the couple who run the hotel were friendly and accommodating and their breakfast choices were good as was its quality and presentation. Unfortunately however, because there is no bar or restaurant available, you are forced to brave the elements on foot or by car and find somewhere else to patronize every evening. The hotel is well situated to access the numerous places of interest in the locality and there is free private parking albeit up a very steep hill so, drop your bags off at the hotel before you park up.

The hotel is amazing. Rooms are just fantastic, great set up. Location is fantastic (Matlock Bath is small so I suppose everywhere is a great Location ;) ) The breakfast absolutely chefs kiss. (The bacon is amazing). Thoroughly recommended to absolutely anyone.

Absolutely amazing professional team. Great view from our room & clean, Cannot recommend enough. Breakfast was more than filling.

Old victorian Hotel, just 8 rooms so booking essential. Only breakfast, no lunch or evening meal available. Plenty of eateries around. Free parking.

Fairly big pub known for its food although i only popped in for a beer. Serves ale but I was on the lager as it was a sunny day. It’s pleasant sat out front ( people watching and vibe) and the back (has an actual fishpond). Has.occasional live music. recommended! 🍻 🐠

Nice pub with a cosy atmosphere. Staff were friendly and helpful on allergies. I got the marinara pizza, which is technically incorrectly named because marinara doesn't have cheese on, but honestly that doesn't matter because it was fantastic. Perfectly cooked, I took a picture underneath a slice just to show it off. It had so much flavour: the parmesan, the tomato, and oregano and garlic. I couldn't stop eating it. I had a side salad with it too which worked well with it. I also had a rum and coke which was a really good price. I'd like more rum options; that's the only negative I have. If I'm in Matlock Bath again I'll definitely come back

I went on the recommendation of my son who said he had the best loaded fries here. It was a sunny Sunday so I knew it would be busy, so we booked a table online. Despite the place being absolutely rammed, we were served quickly and the staff were all friendly. The food was really good. Actually better than I was expecting. The loaded fries were indeed great and I had the chilli beef which was lovely. We ended up asking for takeaway boxes because we had a lot left. Prices were reasonable for where we were and what we got.

Great food at this pub and relaxed service just sit down like a normal pub and go order at bar. Monday to wednesday they have two pizzas for £20 in the evening and they are really fantastic pizzas good crisp base very good sauce also very good pepperoni. Crispy chilli beef was great with huge helping of beef and the satay curry was super! With lots of fresh veg and even had bonito flakes on the rice. Also, puddings were generous portions, really nice but we could have shared one. Could have come here for the whole holiday with how much variety they have on the menu.

Unfortunately the food wasn't edible at all I ordered the 10oz steak I asked for it well done but it was burnt and I couldn't get my steak knife through it. My wife ordered fish and chips when I went to the bar to complain about the steak the very pleasant member of staff asked what she could do ie a refund I was hungry and was told it would take a while for another steak. In the end I ordered fish and chips which was vile hardly any fish and all batter,my wife didn't eat all her fish as she said it wasn't nice. Then when I had to ask for the difference in price for the fish and chips and the steak which I feel should have been handled by a member of staff not myself. The staff were young and doing a great job under a very busy pub however I feel as though the place was very understaffed which may have been the reason for this poor visit. As a first time visitor i feel that you must improve your food and get more staff to cope.

Nipped in on a Sunday lunchtime. We sat outside in the courtyard with the fish pond which was really nice. Food was great, we had a big table and people ordered everything from burgers to Sunday roasts and everyone really enjoyed their food. Three of us had pizza and all of us were really impressed with them. Proper freshly made pizza and a step above what I was expecting from a lunch at a pub and all at really reasonable prices Would definitely return

Popped in here on a Friday afternoon. Pub was nice, sat in the back garden by the little waterfall and had fish and chips!, which were very nice. Quick service and friendly staff. Good stuff all round.

Also it's a tearoom. What a fantastic place for books (yet I don't read) and for food and a drink (I do drink coffee).I've not read book in over 50 years yet I found this maize of a bookshop absolutely fascinating. We were here for latte, but I know the cakes and food are also highly recommended. If you're going past, stop and simply go in, you will not be disappointed. Lovely staff.

Lovely quaint bookshop in Cromford, multiple floors with a cafe at the top. Really beautiful. It’s set up in an old house - different rooms for different genres, with nice decor like it’s someone’s home library. It has a calming vibe and you can easily while away multiple hours browsing & having a coffee. Great stop before or after a walk at Cromford Mill!

I loooove Scarthin Books! I live about 30 min away so have the absolute pleasure of dropping in throughout the year when I'm in the area. They have EVERYTHING. New books, pre-loved books, books for children, books about history, books about art, books about countries, travel, music - you could (and I have) literally spend hours in there. All in a quirky, art-covered, multi-story setting. It's like something out of...well...a book! Best afternoon: fish and chips from just up the road, sit in the sunshine on the benches outside Scarthin Books and enjoy your food while watching the birds on the water, then inside for a leisurely browse. Perfection.

One of the best bookshops (and shops more generally) I’ve ever been to. Huge selection of both new and second hand books, very friendly and helpful staff and a resident cat! Fully vegetarian cafe and toilets as well. Just the most wonderful place and I can’t wait to come back.

I could happily get lost for hours in this bookshop. Delightfully eccentric layout, friendly staff, a delicious cafe and great books at a good price.

Lose yourself in a maze of rooms, staircases, hidden doors to a café and lot & lots of books. They even have a comfy chair or too to check out any good books you find. A shop with a view... well worth a visit.

Definitely the best bookshop I've been in in the UK. Decent prices too and a fantastic café. Set in the middle of gorgeous scenery as well near the Peak District with loads to see nearby.