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Great British Car Journey
Interactive museum in Ambergate telling the story of the British car industry through 130+ vehicles, from Austin 7 to Aston Martin: many of which you can actually drive on site.
10 km · about 20 min drive
England, United Kingdom · Europe
Matlock works well as a base: 10 minutes from Wirksworth, 17km from Dovedale.
Matlock is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 14,956, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Matlock sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Matlock to your route.
Matlock Bridge also known as Derwent Bridge, is a stone bridge spanning the River Derwent in Matlock town centre, Derbyshire, England. The bridge dates back to the 15th century, and is a Grade II* listed structure.
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Matlock is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.1384 latitude, -1.5556 longitude.
Matlock has a population of approximately 14,956 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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museum
Interactive museum in Ambergate telling the story of the British car industry through 130+ vehicles, from Austin 7 to Aston Martin: many of which you can actually drive on site.
10 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Magnificent stately home of the Duke of Devonshire set in expansive parkland, housing one of Europe's most significant art collections.
11 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
A handsome stone market town on the River Wye, home of the original Bakewell pudding and a graceful medieval bridge.
12 km · about 20 min drive
natural wonder
A limestone valley of caves and pinnacles crossed by famous stepping stones over the crystal River Dove.
17 km · about 20 min drive
natural wonder
Vast natural cavern with a 10m symmetrical arched mouth gaping from a limestone crag 80m above the Manifold Valley. The scramble up is short and the view through the arch is one of the Peak District's best.
21 km · about 25 min drive
natural wonder
Dramatic gritstone escarpment stretching for nearly 4 miles across the Peak District, beloved by rock climbers and walkers alike.
24 km · about 25 min drive
castle
A Norman keep perched high above Castleton, guarding the Hope Valley with commanding views over the Peak.
27 km · about 30 min drive
cafe
A traditional inn at the junction of Snake Pass and the A57 in the Peak District, a beloved meeting point for bikers and drivers tackling England's famous Snake Pass.
28 km · about 35 min drive
April to October
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