We believe that it’s not about where you’re from – but where you’re going. Black Rocks with its' picnic site and craggy tors are high up above the village.If you’re in year 12 (or year 13 in NI or S5 in Scotland), ASPIRE is a powerful opportunity to find out more about your passions and talents. There are some great walks starting in Cromford, especially along the canal from Cromford Wharf to High Peak Junction, where there is a Visitor Centre, Lea Wood Pumping Station and the start of the High Peak Trail. With independent shops, art galleries, pubs and cafes, you’re sure to find something unique here. The village has a vibrant community and events diary too.
Why not saunter up Scarthin, to the rear of The Shambles, for a wonderful view of the Greyhound pond? Whilst there, you can also drop into the famous Scarthin Bookshop to browse this treasure trove of books, old and new. They still contain small shop units for local independents which are well worth exploring. In the Market Place, to the side of The Greyhound hotel, you will see the authentic Georgian Shambles. Built by Richard Arkwright in the 18th century, it provided luxury accommodation for his business associates and important visitors. Look out for the Old Lock Up which used to be the jailhouse, but is now a contemporary art gallery.Īs you wander around the village, you will notice the most distinguished building in architectural style is The Greyhound Inn, now a hotel and restaurant. Here you can discover some of the oldest purpose-built industrial housing in the world, as well as traditional shops and pubs and school, built by the Arkwright family, for the millworkers.
Set in a valley, carved by the River Derwent, the village is a great base for exploring the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and is surrounded by glorious wooded hills and dramatic cliffs.Ī charismatic village, with a pretty village pond and surprises around every corner. Developed around the mills as a purpose built industrial community and visitors today can take fascinating tours at Arkwright's Mill and explore th visitor centre, shops and cafe. Arkwright built the world's first water-powered cotton mills here in 1771 and pioneered the factory system. The charming Derbyshire village of Cromford, at the southern tip of the Peak District, is forever associated with Sir Richard Arkwright as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Things to do in Cromford - Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
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