Speedwell Cavern
A guided tour which takes place by boat. As well as magnificent natural formations, Speedwell Cavern also houses an old lead mine.
Contact: 01433 620512
Address: Castleton, Hope Valley, Derbyshire S33 8WA
Web:www.speedwellcavern.co.uk
Strutt's North Mill
Displays and working exhibits of origial machinery illustrate the history of cotton spinning and the industrial revolution. Activities provided for children.
Contact: 01773 880474
Address: Derwent Valley Visitor Centre, North Mill, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1YD
Web:www.belpernorthmill.org.uk
The Midland Railway
The Midland railway has both steam and diesel engines, along with a museum. See website for special events. Click here to read about A Day Out With Thomas events.
Contact: 01773 747674
Address: Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3QZ
Web: http://www.midlandrailwaycentre.co.uk
Treak Cliff Cavern
Opened to the public in 1935, Treak Cliff Cavern as been a working Blue John mine for over 200 years. No disabled access for wheelchair users, but facilities provided for partially deaf visitors.
Contact: 01433 620571
Address: Buxton Road, Castleton, Hope Valley, Derbyshire S33 8WP
Web: www.bluejohnstone.com
Wirksworth Heritage Centre
Exhibits illustrating Wirksworth's history, housed in an old silk and velvet mill.
Contact: 01629 825225
Address: Market Place, Wirksworth, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 4ET
Web: www.storyofwirksworth.co.uk
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