What to do in Wirksworth
Sightseeing
The National Stone Centre can be reached via a lovely walk through the woods, and once there you can discover the geological history of the area. Or you can just have coffee and cake while enjoying the view at the lovely Blue Lagoon cafe!
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National Stone Centre
Porter LaneThe National Stone Centre can be reached via a lovely walk through the woods, and once there you can discover the geological history of the area. Or you can just have coffee and cake while enjoying the view at the lovely Blue Lagoon cafe!
The Heritage Centre is a great place to find out a little more about Wirksworth, from it's earlies mentions in the Doomsday book to lead mining in the area. Great little Websters cafe to the rear serving drinks, cakes and light lunches.
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Wirksworth Heritage Centre
31 St Johns StThe Heritage Centre is a great place to find out a little more about Wirksworth, from it's earlies mentions in the Doomsday book to lead mining in the area. Great little Websters cafe to the rear serving drinks, cakes and light lunches.
Wonderful Heritage Railway Line running from Wirksworth, along the Ecclesbourne Valley to Duffield. Steam Trains operate on certain days during the year with a fine collection of unusual diesel trains at other times. Regular Gala Days and a Dining Car Service offering Sunday Lunches or Afternoon Teas.
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Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
Coldwell StreetWonderful Heritage Railway Line running from Wirksworth, along the Ecclesbourne Valley to Duffield. Steam Trains operate on certain days during the year with a fine collection of unusual diesel trains at other times. Regular Gala Days and a Dining Car Service offering Sunday Lunches or Afternoon Teas.
The StarDisc is a 21st century stone circle and celestial amphitheatre. The surface of the stone circle is inscribed with the constellations. It is Illuminated at night using solar power. Amazing views across Wirksworth and the surrounding hills.
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StarDisc
GreenhillThe StarDisc is a 21st century stone circle and celestial amphitheatre. The surface of the stone circle is inscribed with the constellations. It is Illuminated at night using solar power. Amazing views across Wirksworth and the surrounding hills.
Food scene
Great little micro pub with a friendly welcome, real ales, quirky furnishings and vinyl sales. Well worth trying to squeeze in!
Featherstar
Great little micro pub with a friendly welcome, real ales, quirky furnishings and vinyl sales. Well worth trying to squeeze in!
Large friendly pub serving great food and a wide range of drinks. Family friendly restaurant, comfortable bar and snug. Rear courtyard with outdoor seating.
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Hope & Anchor
Saint Johns StreetLarge friendly pub serving great food and a wide range of drinks. Family friendly restaurant, comfortable bar and snug. Rear courtyard with outdoor seating.
Le MIstral is one of our favourites to visit, the food is delicious and the interior is cosy (especially downstairs!). Open all day for coffee and pastries in the morning, lovely lunches and superb dinners. Good choice of vegetarian and vegan meals.
A meal there is highly recommended during your stay.
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Le Mistral Wirksworth - French Restaurant
23 Market PlLe MIstral is one of our favourites to visit, the food is delicious and the interior is cosy (especially downstairs!). Open all day for coffee and pastries in the morning, lovely lunches and superb dinners. Good choice of vegetarian and vegan meals.
A meal there is highly recommended during your stay.