Local places for walkers or nature lovers
Get some fresh air, see the beautiful local vistas, and see what you can spot!
Black Rocks
Black Rocks is an outcrop of sculpted gritstone rock situated along the High Peak Trail which offers spectacular views above the Derwent Valley and Cromford.
DE4 4GT. About 30 min walk from Wirksworth.
Harboro Rocks
Harboro Rocks are an edge of magnesian limestone near Brassington, offering rock climbing and fantastic scenery. Harboro Cave was inhabited from the Ice Age. About 10min drive from Wirksworth.
A few car parking spaces on the road side, postcode DE4 4HF.
Carsington Water
Carsington Water is a water reservoir situated between Ashbourne and Wirksworth. It has a visitor centre, sailing club, fishing, and cycling and walking trails. About 10min drive from Wirksworth. Postcode: DE6 1ST.