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Visit Cromford and the surrounding villages and stay in bed & breakfast accommodation:
Cromford, Derbyshire, is where the first rumblings of the Industrial Revolution were heard. In this sturdy-looking, stone-built village south of The Matlocks, in 1771, Sir Richard Arkwright built the first mechanized textile factory in the world, equipping it with the cotton-spinning machinery he had recently invented. The original mill still stands by the road, dour, forbidding, intended to be stout enough to withstand any attacks by the frightened weavers, bent on smashing Arkwright's machines. Two more of Arkwright's important buildings still stand in Cromford: the Church of St Mary and Willersley Castle. Many of the old cottages are those he built for his work people.
Not far from Cromford are the famous Black Rocks, a rugged mass of gritstone on the hills on the Wirks Worth road. The rocks are about 80 ft high and erosion has left them with a face which makes particular appeal to rock-climbers from all parts of the country. They also offer a fine viewing point, the panorama stretching across the valley in which The Matlocks lie to Riber Castle on its peak.
Also from Cromford runs a beautiful stretch of road with a Latin name. But the Via Gellia owes nothing to the Romans; it was constructed during. the 19th century by Philip Gell of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth, along a wooded ravine between Cromford and Grangemill It is particularly colourful in bluebell time and is famous for its lilies of the valley.
Nearby towns: Ashbourne, Matlock, Wirksworth
Nearby villages: Ambergate, Birchover, Crich, Middleton, Two Dales
Have you decided to visit Cromford or the surrounding villages? Please look above for somewhere to stay in:
- a Cromford bed and breakfast (a Cromford B&B or Cromford b and b)
- a Cromford guesthouse
- a Cromford hotel (or motel)
- a Cromford self-catering establishment, or
- other Cromford accommodation
Accommodation in Cromford:
Find availability in a Cromford bed and breakfast, also known as B&B or b and b, guesthouse, small hotel, self-catering or other accommodation.
Riverbank House
Riverbank House bed and breakfast hotel enjoys a central position in Matlock yet at the same time, sitting by the bank of the River Derwent and in sight of Matlock Bridge, has that 'country' feel. You can walk from this B&B to most facilities and major locations including bus station, train station, pubs, restaurants, and hotels if you are attending a reception.
Ellen House
Ellen House is an award winning b&b in a quiet location on the outskirts of Matlock, yet within easy walking distance of the town centre and bus and railway stations. You can expect to be pampered and have an unforgettable stay. We cater for vegetarian and vegan diets. Enjoy our little extras such as our home made biscuits. A light snack for late comers can be arranged
Townhead Farmhouse
Townhead Farmhouse offers bed and breakfast in an 18th Century farmhouse in the pretty village of Bonsall near Matlock. Bonsall is a small, quiet village close to lots of major attractions and walking routes. There are two great pubs that serve food and often have live music and other entertainment. There are five comfortable bedrooms available which are all en-suite.
Castle Green Guest House
AA 4 star Gold Quality accommodation set in its own private grounds with ample car parking.
ground floor premier room super king size bed,luxurious walk in wetroom suitable for less mobile guests.
1st floor single double & twin rooms all are en-suite with 32" freesat flat screen TV fridge safe hairdryer Tea/coffee. Lge carpark