Walk around The Dale and The Greenhill and explore the ‘Puzzle Gardens’ area in Wirksworth. Walk to the top of Greenhill to see ‘Stardisc’ monument https://www.stardisc.org/ and the old Quarry. (From Wirksworth town centre to DE4 4EN)

Walk around Carsington Reservoir, about 8 miles, and watch the birds and sailing boats. (10-min drive away on the road to Ashbourne, Visitor Centre car park DE6 1ST)

Have a coffee at Scarthin Bookshop in Cromford and a stroll along Cromford Canal and see the old Richard Awkright Mills. (5-minute drive away, or take the bus from Wirksworth to Cromford) http://www.scarthinbooks.com/ 

Go for a wander around shops in Ashbourne, visit the little boutiques and antique shops. Have a coffee at St John Street gallery cafe. (Ashbourne about 20 min drive away) https://stjohngalleryandcafe.co.uk/

Hire bikes from Middleton Top Visitor Centre during the summer (on the High Peak Trail). (About 5 min drive away)