Popular Gardens in Wirksworth

"Set in the heart of the Peak District on the pretty banks of the river Derwent lies the magnificent Chatsworth House, by Bakewell, the seat of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Rich in history, the house has been in the Cavendish family since the 1500s, passing down through 16 generations. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Peak District, encompassing over 30 rooms containing significant collections of artwork, ancient artefacts and sculptures spanning 4000 years."

"You may call me "Lizzie" for every day,"My Peral” for Sunday."Goddness Divine", but only on very social occassions.You may only call me "Mrs. Darcy" when you are compeletely, and perfectly, and incandescently happy."

"One of England's greatest country houses, Chatsworth House, known as the Palace of the Peak, is the ancestral home of the dukes of Devonshire…"

"Described as a magnificent 17th-century ducal mansion, Nottingham Castle sits atop cliffs 40m (130ft) high, offering fabulous views of the city. Originally built in 1067 by William the Conqueror and then rebuilt by a series of other kings, Nottingham Castle is embedded in history. Offering a medieval-to-modern British and European art collection, this ancient building has a lot of culture for visitors who wish to take a step back from the energetic city life."

"Once spoken of in the same terms as the Tower of London and Windsor Castle, Nottingham Castle looks over the city from its high sandstone crag known as Castle Rock. As with many strongholds in England the castle was torn down in the wake of the English Civil War to prevent it being re-used. Afterwards Henry Cavendish, the 2nd Duke of Newcastle, built the Baroque Ducal Mansion on the remains and in 1878 the Nottingham Castle Museum opened in this building."

"Originally built by the Victorians, the Pavillion Gardens are made up of 23 acres of pleasure gardens situated right in the centre of town. Stroll past the colourful flower beds, spread your picnic blanket out under the shade of a tree, go boating on the lake, let the kids loose in the play area and take a ride on the miniature train. This is truly the perfect place to while away a sunny afternoon."

"Adults £14.50, Concessions £14.00, Children £8.00, Family (2 adults, 3 children) £37.00, Car Parking £3.00 per car. Sitting like a jewel in its Elizabethan terraced gardens, overlooking the River Wye, Haddon Hall near Bakewell in Derbyshire is an enchanting place to visit. The beautiful house and grounds have played host to many notable films including Jane Eyre, Elizabeth, Pride & Prejudice and The Other Boleyn Girl."

"Set in the heart of the Peak District National Park, sitting like a jewel in its terraced gardens, overlooking the River Wye."

"Harry Potter Afficionados will recognise Hardwick as the home of the Malfoys in the latter films. There are plenty of things to do at the property including a fairy door trail to keep children of all ages occupied!. You can read our full review of Hardwick Hall here!"

"High Street | Barlborough, S43 4ET, Barlborough, Chesterfield S43 4ET, EnglandOutdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit CardsBar, British, Pub, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian FriendlyLunch, Dinner, BrunchHK$78 - HK$220+44 1246 810951"

"Set in the picturesque Derbyshire Dales and on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Hopton Hall sits at the hub of 30 acres of grounds. The courtyard of listed stables has been transformed and newly refurbished to create these four very comfortable, individually styled cottages. Designed to retain many original features, they enjoy shared use of a range Read more…"

"Bakewell is perhaps best known for a confection which was made totally by accident, when in the nineteenth century, Mrs Greaves, a cook at the Rutland Arms was baking a jam tart but misunderstood the recipe and poured egg mixture over the jam instead of mixing it in the pastry to create the first Bakewell Pudding. Today most visitors to the town sample this culinary delight, Bakewell Puddings can be purchased at several establishments across the town, which all claim to possess the original unique recipe. The Bakewell Pudding Shop makes for an interesting place to visit, with information panels and exhibits to view."

"From west end classics to pop concerts there is something for everyone. The Theatre Royal built in 1865 has survived 2 world wars and seen the reign of 6 monarchs and still to this day hosts productions from all over the world. The Royal Concert Hall is built on the site of the old Empire theatre and today forms part of a complex including the Theatre Royal."

"The Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall is a venue that will best suit the elite. On a visit here you can enjoy top West End musicals and plays, pop, rock and classical music, children shows, opera and ballet and side-splitting comedy. The theatre and concert hall has something for all."

"Now a very highly regarded theatre, it first opened as arepertory theatre in 1948 and was previously a cinema. However its current building opened in 1963 and it has a fairly modern appearance, probably due to its refurbishment in 2004. The venue hosts a variety of different shows and notably, the ever popular theatre adaptation of the Kite Runner premiered there."

"Originally built by the Victorians, the Pavillion Gardens are made up of 23 acres of pleasure gardens situated right in the centre of town. Stroll past the colourful flower beds, spread your picnic blanket out under the shade of a tree, go boating on the lake, let the kids loose in the play area and take a ride on the miniature train. This is truly the perfect place to while away a sunny afternoon."

"Bakewell is perhaps best known for a confection which was made totally by accident, when in the nineteenth century, Mrs Greaves, a cook at the Rutland Arms was baking a jam tart but misunderstood the recipe and poured egg mixture over the jam instead of mixing it in the pastry to create the first Bakewell Pudding. Today most visitors to the town sample this culinary delight, Bakewell Puddings can be purchased at several establishments across the town, which all claim to possess the original unique recipe. The Bakewell Pudding Shop makes for an interesting place to visit, with information panels and exhibits to view."

"In the heart of the city you can find a small slice of country life at the Stonebridge City Farm. If you are looking for things to do in Nottingham, then this registered charity is an award-winning community project and is free to enter. With cows, sheep, pigs, ponies, goats, and an impressive number of birds it is especially good for a family day out in Nottingham."