Top Rated Parks to Visit 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…"

"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."

"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."

"Having been awarded the Green Flag Award, this popular place is Nottingham’s oldest park. Nottingham Arboretum boasts spectacular views and is home to over 800 trees, some of which were originally planted in the 19th century. This historical park has a variety of heritage features, tree trails, orienteering and much more, making it the perfect afternoon out for families or dog walkers seeking a relaxing and welcoming environment."

"Widely thought to be the inspiration behind the Peter Pan story, Nottingham Arboretum is a magical park set right in the heart of the city centre. Built in 1852, the Arboretum is Nottingham’s oldest park, with some of the original 800 trees still alive today. It features a stunning collection of plant life and an abundance of heritage features that make a great walk and history lesson combined."

"© Dave Bevis / Matlock – Hall Leys Park Bandstand / CC BY-SA 2.0. Hall Leys Park is another Matlock attraction that is guaranteed to please the outdoors person in your family. Situated right in the heart of Matlock, the park regularly takes home Green Flag awards for its beauty and cleanliness."

"Hall Leys Park is a picturesque park with a variety of activities including play area, splash pool, skatepark, electric boats and mini railway."

"This recreation ground is along the Victoria embankment and near the river Trent and is also the site for the Riverside Festival. The ground has sports pitches, a play area, and a pavillion."

"Named after a cherished national treasure, David Attenborough, the Attenborough Nature Reserve is a fabulous display of preserved wildlife in the region. Covering just over 142ha (350 acres), the former gravel pit is now home to a huge wealth of local flora and fauna, including kingfishers, sand martins and widgeons. Run by the Nottingham Wildlife Trust, the reserve is key to educating visitors to help assist in the preservation of the region’s natural wonders."

"In at number seven is Zahid which is ideally located very near Chesterfield town centre. Main features include takeout, reservations, seating, serves alcohol and table service. And one customer was very impressed after their recent visit."

"I love Bestwood Country Park because of the variety of beautiful landscape and wildlife that lives here. It also provides a glimpse into Nottinghamshire’s industrial heritage, as it was once home to one of the busiest coal mines in the UK. The 650 acres of parkland are free to visit and the car park is also free to use."

"Peak Wildlife Park is a fabulous option for those looking for a fun day out when visiting this area. The emphasis is on the animals, but there is a secure outdoor play area and Jungle Bounce with a huge, bouncy castle – a theme park for little ones!. There is a large sandpit and an indoor soft play area with two large jungle-themed levels, an array of slides, a ball pool and a viewing area from which to sit and watch the Asian short-clawed otters play."

"This small zoo is a sure fire hit with younger peak district visitors!. Highlights include walk through enclosures where you can get up close to wallabies!"