Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions 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."

"One of the best photography spots in Nottingham is the Wollaton Park. There are deer walking around there (in a special section) and if you bring a good zoom lens, you can take some incredible shots, especially in Autumn. As we visited Nottingham in May, it was also very nice, green and pretty and I took a lot of photos in Wollaton Park."

"Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan Manor with huge gardens and is a short bus ride from the city centre. Inside the house is a stuffed animal exhibit (quite creepy but fascinating) and the gardens and lake are a perfect location for a long romantic walk or even a picnic."

"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."

"Ideal for short stays or longer breaks, Waters Edge Cool Cabin is a luxurious waterside self-catering property set on Rudyard Lake on the edge of the Peak District."

"Not every tourist attraction in Matlock has to cost you money. In fact, some of the best things to do in Matlock are absolutely free. Take, for example, High Tor Recreation Ground."

"I wasn’t sure if I should put this in the drinks section or food. They only do food on certain days. It changes, but usually it’s Pie night on Wednesdays and roast dinners on Sundays."

"A secret chasm in the Staffordshire area of the Peak District awaits you. Lud’s Church is another short walk in the Peaks but offers a unique experience walking through a mossy rift 100m long and 18m deep. The temperature drops as you enter, and it adds to the occasion."

"The father of George Green, one of 19th-century England’s most noted mathematical physicists, built this windmill in Nottingham’s Sneinton suburb in 1807. After the elder Green passed away, George Green was in charge of the mill until he died in 1841. The mill was almost lost to a fire in 1947 but was restored to working condition by Nottingham City Council in the 1980s and from some distance around Nottingham you can see its huge white sails turning."

"Situated just outside the city centre in Snienton, Green’s Windmill and science centre is a restored and working 19th century windmill. Built in 1807 by a baker named George Green, it was inherited by his son the notable scientist and mathematician George Green Jr in 1829. Now a grade II listed building it has been damaged and restored several times."

"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."

"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."