Derwent Valley Mills: World Heritage Site at Chesterfield Museum and Art Gallery
What has Derbyshire ever done for the world?
Hear the word ‘Derbyshire’ and most people think of the beautiful landscapes of the Peak District, and rightly so, but one particular river valley has contributed far more to the history of the world than you might think.
The Derwent Valley, between Derby and Matlock Bath can claim to be the birthplace of the factory system. Innovators and entrepreneurs like Richard Arkwright and the Strutt family harnessed the river to power their textile mills, and changed history. So important was this development, that this unique industrial landscape has been designated a world heritage site
Adrian Farmer, from the Derwent Valley Mills, will be revealing the amazing history which is right on our doorstep.
Buy a ticket for Adrian’s talk and stay on for a tour ‘behind the scenes’ at Chesterfield Museum. Numbers are limited, so ask to be put on the list when you book your ticket.
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Prices
Adults £4.00, Concessions, £3.00
Contact
Chesterfield Visitor Information CentreTel: 01246 345777/8
tourism@chesterfield.gov.uk
www.chesterfieldfestival.co.uk
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Nearby
Local AccommodationVenue
Chesterfield Museum and Art GallerySt Mary's Gate, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7TD
See location on Google maps.Map reference: SK 385712 Lat: 53.23660 Long: -1.42372
Museum is in Chesterfield town centre. It has no car park so directions below are to nearest car park.
From North/South
Leave M1 at junction 29 and follow A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At traffic light controlled roundabout select middle lane and take 3rd exit. At next roundabout select middle lane and take 2nd exit (Lordsmill Street). Keep in left lane and take first left (Beetwell Street). Multi-storey car park on right.
For surface car parks, at 2nd roundabout select right lane and take 2nd exit (Lordsmill Street). Keep in right hand lane and at traffic lights turn right (Spa Lane). Take first left and left again into St Mary’s Gate Car Park.
From East
Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway, then follow route from North/South.
From West
Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Lidl on left) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and, at traffic lights, go straight on. At next roundabout select left lane and take 1st exit (Lordsmill Street), then follow route from North/South.
Parking : with charge
Accessible by Public Transport : Chesterfield station
Coach parties accepted by prior arrangement.
Also at this venue
Chesterfield Museum and Art Gallery
Events at this venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 4 May 2013 - Sat 3 Aug 2013 | Watch This Space |
| Sat 25 May 2013 - Sat 27 Jul 2013 | Exhibition - Chop Suey |
| Thu 30 May 2013 | A Pirate's Life for Me! |
| Tue 30 Jul 2013 | Meet a Medieval Miller |
| Sat 10 Aug 2013 - Tue 31 Dec 2013 | Hidden Gems Part III |
| Thu 31 Oct 2013 | Stone Age Life |
Self-assessed accessibility details
Parking
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Entrance
- Steps to the main entrance
- 5Number of steps to entrance
- Handrail by steps
- Ramp to entrance
- Handrail by ramp
- Entrance is well lit
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Baby changing facilities
- Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Clear signage
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Wheelchairs provided
- Free
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
