Highpeak Junction Tourist Information |
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High Peak Junction is the start of the High Peak Trail, which follows the track of the former Cromford and High Peak Railway. Built in 1830, it was one of the earliest railways in the world and was designed on canal principles, with inclines where the trucks were hauled up or down by stationary steam engines. The first of the inclines starts at High Peak Junction and climbs to Sheep Pasture Top where there are fine views over Cromford and Matlock Bath. The line originally connected the Cromford canal to one at Whaley Bridge, running across the limestone plateau to Buxton and down the Goyt valley, carrying stone from the Derbyshire quarries. The Goyt Valley section of the line closed as early as 1892, but the rest of the line continued in service as a unique part of the British Railways system until 1967. The former workshops on the Cromford canal are now a visitor centre, with some original brake vans from the railway. Description by Jeffrey Darlington
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Attractions near Highpeak Junction
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Lea Gardens
(1 Mile)*
Lea Gardens, which have been established for 45 years, contain a unique collection of highly acclaimed rhododendrons, azaleas kalmias and other plants collected from the far corners of the world. |
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Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath
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From the moment you enter Gulliver's you enter another world where your imagination can roam free. Gulliver's Matlock Bath is nestled in a stunning hillside location where much of the magic comes from the amazing scenery and views. |
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National Stone Centre
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Admission to our dramatic fifty acre site, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, revealing a fossil tropical seascape 330 million years old, is free. |
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Matlock Bath Tourist Information
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Matlock Bath enjoys a dramatic location in the deep gorge of the River Derwent. It has been a tourist resort since 1689 when warm springs, at a constant temperature of 68 degrees F, were discovered. Few people take the waterers today |
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Cromford Tourist Information
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Cromford is Richard Arkwright's town. He was the great pioneer of the modern factory system, using water power to drive production machinery for the first time and revolutionising the textile industry. |
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Wirksworth Tourist Information
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Hotels near Highpeak Junction
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Self Catering near Highpeak Junction
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Marmadukes Holiday Cottage
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Welcome to The Coach House by Marmadukes, the short break specialists. Originally built for the 18th Century Industrialist Sir Richard Arkwright, the Coach House is today a stunning self catering property. |
Derwent House
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Derwent House, luxury self catering holiday accommodation, with 6 bedrooms in Matlock, Derbyshire. Sleeps 12 guests in comfort, ideal for large groups and family holidays. Derwent House is an elegant grade II listed Georgian Home. |
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