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Market town in Derbyshire, England
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Wirksworth is a historical market town 4 miles south of Matlock with a population of around 5,200 (2023) in Derbyshire, England.
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Operates from Wirksworth station in the east of the town. Trains run to and from Duffield, near Derby, where they connect with main-line services, and there is a half-mile northern extension to Ravenstor and a public footpath to the National Stone Centre.
An exhibition and study centre in a disused quarry (part of which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest) where you can learn about the different types of rocks and fossils.
The county hub for courses and activities focusing on education for sustainable development. The Peak tors include a number of archeological sites.
Local history museum, with cafe, gallery and gift shop.
A 21st-century stone circle and celestial amphitheatre created by Aidan Shingler. It spans 12 metres (40 ft). Carved into black granite is a star chart that mirrors the northern hemisphere’s night sky. It is free to visit and open to anyone and everyone, 24 hr a day, all year round. See website for special events. Email via website contact page.
Reservoir, activities include: walking, cycling, fly fishing, birdwatching, sailing, canoeing, and windsurfing. In addition to water sports and a sailing club, there are walking and cycle routes around the reservoir. Cycle hire is available and you can also get refreshments there.
Small independent cinema in converted former electrical showroom - "charming, quaint, quirky, friendly, sometimes challenging but always good fun."
It takes place across the first two weeks in April each year. A celebration of books and reading, showcasing local writers and venues throughout the town.
A member of the British Association for Fair Trade Shops and Suppliers, selling a range of fair trade food, chocolate, snacks, jewellery, crafts & gifts.
Travelling to Wirksworth is easy from most directions. There are regular bus services to and from Bakewell, Matlock, Derby, Ashbourne and Sheffield Meadowhall.
Read in the guideWirksworth is a small town and it is easy to get around.1 bus to either destination if you are old or less able to walk. Central Wirksworth is completely walkable, though quite steep in some places.
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