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Cromford Canal Cruise
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The Peak of Transport Treats
UPDATED TOUR
Our perfectly packed Peak tour features a relaxing canal cruise through the peaceful Derwent Valley and visits to Crich Tramway Village, Denby Pottery Village, Cromford Mills and the Great British Car Journey Museum.
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Holiday Inn South Normanton Alfreton, Derbyshire plus
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Cromford Cruise & Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills We begin our day in Cromford, from where we enjoy a r eturn 2-hour narrow boat cruise through the picturesque Derwent Valley. We finish our morning with free time to explore Matlock and have some lunch. In the afternoon we visit Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We enjoy a mill and village tour to hear the story of how in the 18th century the valley changed the We spend this morning at the fascinating Great British Car Journey , a car museum celebrating an era when British innovation was at the forefront of a transport revolution. We explore more than 130 vehicles as we discover the history of British motoring, from the legendary Austin 7 to the magnificent Mini and Metro. We can look forward to afternoon tea at the Orangery at St Elphin’s Park (sandwiches, cake with tea/coffee), in a beautiful setting on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Day 4 Denby Pottery Village & Crich Tramway Village world with the first successful water powered cotton spinning mill. Day 3 Great British Car Journey & Lunch at St Elphin’s Park This morning, we make our way to Denby Pottery Village, home to the largest selection of Denby stoneware in the world. We embark on the Denby Discovery and Museum Experience , starting with the Discovery Experience where we find out how the beautiful pottery is hand-crafted from ‘clay to cup’, followed by a visit to the Museum where we discover 200 years of fascinating Denby history. Our experience also includes afternoon tea at Bourne’s Coffee Shop & Bistro. In the afternoon we visit Crich Tramway Village , a period village museum where we can enjoy travelling along the traditional village street on a vintage tram, viewing the exhibitions and marvelling at the spectacular views. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
Offering convenient M1 motorway access, this modern, welcoming hotel is ideally located within a short drive of the beautiful Peak District and a mile from the East Midlands Designer Outlet. The 157 bedrooms are stylish and well equipped with a TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, iron & board and free Wi-Fi and a good number are located on the ground floor. Food and drink wise, there’s a contemporary restaurant, bar and lounge. • Ground floor rooms • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge The Peak of Transport Treats 4 Nights Half Board Prices to follow
LONG STANDING PARTNER
Derby Mickleover, BW Signature Collection Mickleover, Derbyshire plus
INCLUSIONS • 2-hour narrow boat cruise Cromford Wharf - Leawood • Mill & village tour of Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills • Entrance to Great British Car Journey Museum • Afternoon tea at the Orangery at St Elphin’s Park • Denby Discovery & Museum Experience with afternoon tea • Crich Tramway Village visit & tram ride
Located at Mickleover on the outskirts of Derby, the Derby Mickleover offers a warm welcome to groups. There is lift access to all 99 bedrooms which are of a good size and all contain a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a large restaurant with plenty of natural daylight and also a bar leading to the open plan reception. A lounge can be found on the first floor and is an ideal place to relax away from the hustle and bustle below. • Lift • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge Highlights & History of Derbyshire 4 Nights Half Board Prices to follow Based on Monday arrivals Great with Groups!
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