Our sites location offers a perfect tranquil escape to the Derbyshire countryside. Being located on the Midshire’s Way Walking Trail- this means from Birchwood Farm, there are plenty of beautiful walking routes that will take you to some fantastic Derbyshire landmarks and locations. We are a walkers haven!
Below we have included some of our favourite spots in the local area- For some locations we have discounts so please ask our team before you book tickets so you can get a cheaper experience.
WALKING ROUTES
In our reception/shop we have printed step by step walking routes that can also be downloaded to your phones by using the Komoot Walking App.
Our top walks our team recommendations are
-Cromford Canal – Walk along the canal which supported Arkwright’s Cotton Mills. This walk can vary in timeframe depending on the length you wish to walk (ask our team for more information) This walk is highly recommended for walking into the local town of Cromford (Around 35 mins walk)
-Black Rocks- Walking up the Incline on the High peak trail to the impressive Black Rocks, a local historical landmark that, when you climb the rock, offers breathtaking views of the local area.
-Circular Route around the site- This is the perfect walk around the site, going up the lane to see our herd of cattle and then down the woodland. This walk takes around 20 mins
CROMFORD TOWN
The campsites nearest town is Cromford. An historic village in the heart of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.
All businesses in Cromford are independently owned therefore this is the perfect place to eat, drink and support locally!
Where to Eat and Drink in Cromford
The Cromford Community Centre
Where to shop in Cromford
Cromford is full of amazing fantastic local shops- some we highly recommend are
Scarthin Book Shop- The 4th ranked bookshop in the world!!
Matlock Bath is your next local town- only a 10 min walk onwards from Cromford. It is full of fish and chip shops and arcades! It is like being right by the seaside- without the sea!
Below is more attractions in the local area!
| Cromford Mill | Birthplace of the modern factory system. Full of history, shops and cafe. |
| Gullivers Theme Park – Matlock Bath | Discover thrilling rides and amazing attractions at Gulliver’s Kingdom. Aged 2-13 years old. |
| Masson Mills | Working textile museum, with tours everyday from 1pm |
| Heights of Abraham | Take a cable car flight to the Heights of Abraham 60-acre hilltop park, with cavern tours, exhibitions and more |
| Crich Stand | A memorial tower, originally erected in 1923 |
| Crich Tramway Museum | Home of The National Tramway Museum – for all ages |
| Matlock Farm Park | Interactive animal & playtime fun |
| Great British Car Journey | Our museum is an interactive tour through more than a century’s car making in Britain |
| Pooles Cavern | Tour a local cavern |
| Chatsworth House | Visit Chatsworth House, Gardens and Farm shop |
| The National Stone Centre | A 40 acre site, with 330 million year old geological formations, indoor and outdoor activities- gem panning |
| Bonkers Illumination Golf | 9 hole indoor crazy golf with licensed bar, In Matlock Bath |
