Guidebook for Ashbourne
Everything Else
Carsington Water
Walking, sailing, exploring
Famous dale with Thorpe Cloud, steep short walk with great views. Go later in the day in summer.
9 habitants recommandent
Dovedale National Nature Reserve
Famous dale with Thorpe Cloud, steep short walk with great views. Go later in the day in summer.
JCB World Headquarters
All about the famous diggers
The original cycle track from an old railway line, across a small valley from Rainbow Cottage.
59 habitants recommandent
Tissington Trail Car Park, Ashbourne
Leisure WayThe original cycle track from an old railway line, across a small valley from Rainbow Cottage.
Amazing rhododendron gardens in a former slate quarry. Great tea and cake.
10 habitants recommandent
Lea Gardens
Amazing rhododendron gardens in a former slate quarry. Great tea and cake.
The world's first steel-framed building, precursor of all skyscrapers
7 habitants recommandent
Strutt's North Mill
Bridge FootThe world's first steel-framed building, precursor of all skyscrapers
Scarthin Books
The PromenadeRambling secondhand bookshop, with drinks as you browse.
High Peak Trail
High Peak TrailThe other local cycle trail with spectacular views
Entertainment & Activities
A short drive by back roads to avoid queues. You can arrive early before the crowds.
329 habitants recommandent
Alton Towers
Farley LaneA short drive by back roads to avoid queues. You can arrive early before the crowds.