Kayleigh’s guidebook
Local Pub
This is a very unique and old fashioned pub. It was one of the last within the UK to chance to todays currency. They still pour their drinks from jugs and barrels. It is definitely an experience.
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The Barley Mow Inn
Main StreetThis is a very unique and old fashioned pub. It was one of the last within the UK to chance to todays currency. They still pour their drinks from jugs and barrels. It is definitely an experience.
The Red Lion Inn
Main StreetTraditional village pub, serving draught ales and food.
City/town information
This is the only town with a promenade not at the seaside. It has arcades, gift shops, chip shops and stunning views of the river and the cable cars. This is a 20 minute drive.
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Matlock Bath
This is the only town with a promenade not at the seaside. It has arcades, gift shops, chip shops and stunning views of the river and the cable cars. This is a 20 minute drive.
Neighbourhoods
This is a wonderful place a miles walk up the road. It has an amazing community and lots of community events. Separate information will be sent if an event falls during your stay. The locals are very friendly.
Kirk Ireton
This is a wonderful place a miles walk up the road. It has an amazing community and lots of community events. Separate information will be sent if an event falls during your stay. The locals are very friendly.
Sightseeing
There is a visitors centre across the water. Here you will find information about the reservoir. A play park for children, cafes and lots of walks. You can also hire boats and bikes to cycle the 8 miles around.
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Carsington Water
There is a visitors centre across the water. Here you will find information about the reservoir. A play park for children, cafes and lots of walks. You can also hire boats and bikes to cycle the 8 miles around.
Food scene
Lovely local pub, situated in the heart of Carsington Village. Serves all home made food. Lovely outdoor seating area.
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The Miners Arms Pub and Restaurant
Lovely local pub, situated in the heart of Carsington Village. Serves all home made food. Lovely outdoor seating area.
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Ukuhamba-hamba
Cars are advised to get around.
The closest train station to us is Derby.