Guidebook for Somercotes
Sightseeing
Lovely village and shops with fabulous walks all around the surrounding area. The ruins of Riber castle can be seen from the town. Lots of summer activities for families in the park.
84 locals recommend
Matlock
Lovely village and shops with fabulous walks all around the surrounding area. The ruins of Riber castle can be seen from the town. Lots of summer activities for families in the park.
Reminds me of the seaside. Lots of tourists, fish and chips and of course ice cream!!
36 locals recommend
Matlock Bath
Reminds me of the seaside. Lots of tourists, fish and chips and of course ice cream!!
Chatsworth House
Great day out at a stately home.
Amazing house and grounds managed by the National Trust, with a great tea room too.!!
97 locals recommend
National Trust - Hardwick Hall
Amazing house and grounds managed by the National Trust, with a great tea room too.!!
Bakewell
Near to he Peaks with fab shops and scenery
Great family day out. Lots of water sports to indulge in. Shops and cafe too.
163 locals recommend
Carsington Water
Great family day out. Lots of water sports to indulge in. Shops and cafe too.
Deserted and ruined great Manor House which once imprisioned Mary Queen of Scots an impressive three times in the 1500's.
Now maintained by English Heritage and open to view. Check website for times
6 locals recommend
Wingfield Manor
Deserted and ruined great Manor House which once imprisioned Mary Queen of Scots an impressive three times in the 1500's.
Now maintained by English Heritage and open to view. Check website for times
Gateway to the Peak District. Small Georgian Town with lots of coffee shops and independent outlets to keep you busy for at least a day or two.
148 locals recommend
Ashbourne
Gateway to the Peak District. Small Georgian Town with lots of coffee shops and independent outlets to keep you busy for at least a day or two.
Entertainment & Activities
Great newly built local lesiure centre with a separate kids pool.
Lots of keep fit and other sports sessions available
Alfreton Leisure Centre
Church StreetGreat newly built local lesiure centre with a separate kids pool.
Lots of keep fit and other sports sessions available
Last remaining section of the ancient woodland. Great day out and a chance to see Robin Hood himself! Tourist centre with gift shop and cafe for refreshments. Great for bike riding.
112 locals recommend
Sherwood Forest
Last remaining section of the ancient woodland. Great day out and a chance to see Robin Hood himself! Tourist centre with gift shop and cafe for refreshments. Great for bike riding.
Arts & Culture
Great names often appear here. So if you're a fan check out their website for forthcoming events.
121 locals recommend
Buxton Opera House
Water StreetGreat names often appear here. So if you're a fan check out their website for forthcoming events.
Nottingham Contemporary
Weekday CrossFree live music on Saturday nights!
the Orange tree Derby
5 George StreetVarious venues around Derby
https://www.derby-jazz.co.uk
for unto date info.
Shopping
Great fashion brands at discounted prices. Grab a bargain if you are looking for walking / hiking clothing . Large cafe area with fast food chains and free kids adventure play area.
16 locals recommend
East Midlands Designer Outlet
Mansfield RoadGreat fashion brands at discounted prices. Grab a bargain if you are looking for walking / hiking clothing . Large cafe area with fast food chains and free kids adventure play area.
Meadowhall Shopping Centre
intu Derby
London Roadintu Victoria Centre
178 Lower Parliament StJohn Lewis & Partners
109 Milton StHouse of Fraser
2 Union RdIKEA Nottingham
Ikea WayOnly 20 minutes away and currently being enlarged - skandi lovers paradise.
Food Scene
The BEST coffee shop offering fantastic food and drinks in a lovely setting. Think shabby chic with a twist! They are hugely popular for lunch so get there early. Evening bistros available soon!
MADE @ No 18
18 Church StThe BEST coffee shop offering fantastic food and drinks in a lovely setting. Think shabby chic with a twist! They are hugely popular for lunch so get there early. Evening bistros available soon!
Costa Coffee
69-71 High StEssentials
A Storer and Sons Funeral Directors, Home & Undertakers, Somercotes, Alfreton
173 Nottingham RdALDI
Nottingham RoadIceland Foods
Portland RoadTesco Superstore
50 Montgomery Terrace RdOpen 24hrs
Drinks & Nightlife
Newly refurbished pub and it's getting lots of attention for its comfy decor and decent selection of drinks on tap. Has been quite busy at the weekends since it's reopened but it is only 15 minute walk away! ! It's our go to place right now.
The Old English Gentleman
365 Somercotes HillNewly refurbished pub and it's getting lots of attention for its comfy decor and decent selection of drinks on tap. Has been quite busy at the weekends since it's reopened but it is only 15 minute walk away! ! It's our go to place right now.