The canal now only has water from Cromford to Ambergate. The railway is a walkway and cycle track. A visit to Wirkswortth Heritage Centre will take you through time from the Romans in Wirksworth to the present day. Izaac Walton is best remembered for writing the 'The Compleat Angler' which was completed in 1653. The following year he bought the Halfhead Estate which included the cottage.
Distances shown are in a direct line.
Distances by road will be longer. Set right in the heart of the Peak District National Park near beautiful Dovedale, this hotel is ideal for walking, fishing and visits by car to stately Chatsworth or 12th century Haddon Hall. Situated at the gateway to Dovedale this superb hotel provides an ideal base for touring the Peak District, nearby attractions also include Alton Towers and Chatsworth House and ample free parking is available. This fine Jacobean style building is classical and spacious, and reflects its original Victorian elegance. Bedrooms are comfortably decorated with modern facilities.