Visiting  Matlock in Derbyshire

Matlock is the county town of Derbyshire offering a wide variety on independent shops, restaurants and bars all within easy walking distance of Derwent House so you can leave your car behind. Derwent House is located on one side of the park, close to the River Derwent. Matlock provides the perfect gateway for Cycling in the Peak District and the surrounding countryside with a varied rural history. It is a great base to explore the top things to do in Derbyshire and Peak District and has ideal transport links with a train station and buses serving much of the county. Before you make any bookings for houses make sure you check out our discounted attraction tickets page. There are a range of extra holiday ideas from guided walking adventures and wine tasting parties at Derwent House, to photography, craft courses and arranged outdoor activities for hen, stag and groups.

Enjoy the award-winning Hall Leys Park

Next to Derwent House is Hall Leys park, a haven for all ages. For over a decade Hall Leys park has been awarded the coveted green flag to show it is amongst the best parks in the country. The park has a wonderful play area, including paddling pool, for younger children. There is also a boating lake and in warmer months you can take a ride in a self-driven power boat. There is a fabulous skate boarding area, all weather pitch for ball games and tennis courts. At the opposite end of the park are the wonderful planted beds, ideal to sit and watch the world go by. And in the summer months each Sunday afternoon there is a brass band concert. The park is also served by the café and is a wonderful location for all aged to enjoy the outdoors.

A Brief History of Matlock

A former spa town, Matlock is situated on the River Derwent and is one of the larger market towns in the county. Before the Victorian era the town was a group of small villages centring on the Parish Church of St Giles, up above the house on a limestone outcrop. The origin of the name Matlock refers to a place for assembly and oak – an oak tree where meetings were held. The town is sometimes referred to as ‘the Matlocks. This is a reference to Matlock and Matlock Bath. The two have been favourite holiday locations since the Victorian years. Matlock Bath is referred to in Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice and the Peak District has provided the location for this film and many others.

Matlock Bars and Pubs

For drinks there are also a good range of options on Dale Road. From the traditional surroundings of the Remarkable Hare and Moca, who both offer a good range of drinks, including local ales to Monk, that serves cocktails with a more modern wine bar environment.

Many of the bars also have live music at weekends, offering the opportunity to enjoy local artists and bands. Details are usually listed on the individual websites.

Full details for places to eat and drink in Matlock, and further afield are listed on the map below. This includes up to date information on opening days and times, what each place offers, location and contact details. The pubs that are listed all serve food, however, times and days may vary so it is worth checking. The places listed cover a range of styles and tastes, which we hope you find helpful.

 

Restaurants and Pubs to visit – a short trip in the car

 

The Devonshire Arms	Beeley, telephone: 01629 733259
Fischer’s at Baslow Hall	Calver Road, telephone 01246 583 259
The Peacock	Rowsley, telephone: 01629 733518
The White Horse	Woolley Moor, Badger Lane, Alfreton, telephone: 01246 590319
Pie Daniels	Backewell, telephone: 01629 812687
Rowleys	Church lane, Baslow, telephone: 01246 583880
The White Lion	Great Longstone telephone: 01629 640 252

 

Places to Eat and Drink on Google Map

Click on the map icons for details, opening times and contact details.