The Many Faces of the Matlock Area
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Artists’ Corner
Artists’ Corner, on the A6 between Matlock and Matlock Bath, was a favourite spot for artists to capture the grandeur of Matlock Gorge
Bailey’s Tump
The Bailey’s Tump plaque, commemorating just one aspect of the part that Matlock played in WW2
Riber Castle
Riber Castle was built by John Smedley in the 19th Century and dominates the skyline above Matlock. It has had a number of uses since, including a zoo, but is now converted to apartments.
Rockside Hall
Rockside Hall was built in about 1860 as a hydro. It was later used as a military hospital and then as hall of residence for a teacher training college. It is now apartments.
Viewpoints
This is one of the classic viewpoints of High Tor and the Matlock Gorge. One of MCA’s objectives is to re-open such viewpoints that have been lost by unmanaged tree growth.
Heights of Abraham
The view from Matlock Bath up to the Heights of Abraham, one of a number of tourist attractions in the area
Petrifying Wells
This huge block of tufa (vegetation encrusted with lime) outside the Mining Museum is a reminder of the petrifying wells for which the area was known. Nearby Derwent Gardens contain a grotto built of tufa.
Blue Plaques
The plaques erected by MCA to celebrate Matlock’s heritage can be found all over the town. Click on this link to see more details
Hall Leys Park
Award-winning Hall Leys Park in the middle of Matlock has much to offer; children’s play area, boating lake, miniature steam train rides, skate park, tennis & bowls, bandstand with summer concerts, well-kept gardens and a very good cafe
Giddy Edge
For the adventurous, this path just below the summit of High Tor offers spectacular views of the Derwent Valley. Safe but not for those with vertigo or young children!
