
Rowsley
On the river Derwent at the edge of the Peak District National Park, there is plenty to do and see in and around Rowsley. Midway between Bakewell and Matlock, with Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall close by.
On the river Derwent at the edge of the Peak District National Park, there is plenty to do and see in and around Rowsley.
The busy A6 road cuts the village in two where a broad bridge crosses the Derwent near the fine old Peacock Hotel. Rowsley developed with the coming of the railway and large marshalling yards and engine sheds were a hive of activity south of the village until the late 1960's. A quieter part of the village follows the lane past St Katherine's church where there are some pretty cottages.
Things to do; Midway between Bakewell and Matlock, with Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall close by, Rowsley is an ideal place to stay for exploring the area. On the site of the original station built by Sir Joseph Paxton is the Peak Village, a shopping complex with extensive visitor facilities. Caudwell's Mill is a well-preserved Victorian corn mill, thought to be the only water powered turbine roller flourmill still in operation. It is open to visitors for tours and demonstrations; there is also a working craft centre with a shop and a café. A mile out of the village, off the A6 is Rowsley South station, where Peak Rail operates a preserved railway line with trains at weekends and on summer weekdays. The village has a beautiful hotel - The Peacock, a pub - The Grouse and Claret and two small art galleries. Excellent walks radiate from the village on paths to Chatsworth and Haddon or up the hillsides to the moors of Stanton and Fallinge. The Derwent Valley Heritage Trail runs through the village. There are annual Well Dressings and a Flower festival at the end of June.
Places to Stay
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The Royal Bar & Grill
Kadir and all the Staff here at The Royal Bar and Grill Restaurant offer a warm and friendly welcome to both visitors and locals of Chapel-en-le-Frith
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Westwood Aparthotel
Nestled in the heart of Glossop Town in the Highpeak, Westwood Aparthotel offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience
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Fountain Villas
Holiday house in Matlock Bath sleeping 16 in ideal location for large families and groups of friends to get together for holidays or special occasions
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Homestead Barn
A historic Peak District Barn situated on the outskirts of Biggin by Hartington, converted into luxury holiday accomadation for up to 20 guests
What's On nearby
Events
Big Shakeout 2025 at Thornbridge Outdoors
Big Shakeout is Alpkit’s adventure festival in the Peak District. Expect camping, live music and talks, outdoor courses, films, food and family fun.…
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St John the Baptist Tideswell-Heritage Open Days
Explore the medieval architecture of this amazing building known as 'The Cathedral of the Peak'.
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Matlock Raft Event & Mince Pie Specials
Join us on Boxing Day for a festive steam train service to Matlock and let the train take the strain.
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Guided tour of Bakewell Town hall-Heritage Open…
Special behind-the-scenes tour of Bakewell Town Hall.
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