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Discover the best top things to do in Ashbourne, United Kingdom including Wild Park Derbyshire, Pipes in The Peaks, The ClayRooms, Maison Du Biere, Carsington Water, Airways Airsports, Dovedale, Burrows Gardens, Dovedale Stepping Stones.
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1. Wild Park Derbyshire
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 389 reviews
Wild Park Derbyshire is a family run Conference and Outdoor Activity centre offering Paintballing, Woodland Laser Tag, multi terrain Quad Biking, Archery, Crossbow and Pistol shooting. We have been established for over 30 years in the Peak District. We are situated in the heart of Derbyshire but only 10 minutes from the City of Derby and Ashbourne.
Reviewed By sarahkY1522IB
Took my 13 year old Nephew quad biking for a birthday treat! He had a fantastic time. The staff were all very helpful and friendly from Davina who booked us in and Jen on the desk to the instructors, Jamie who gave excellent safety briefing. Jody and his Son were very patient and gave my nephew who’s first time on a quad a brilliant experience in a beautiful place, he wants to know when he can go again. Thanks to everyone at Wildpark and those behind the scenes. Sarah and Jake x
2. Pipes in The Peaks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Home of the ex-Regal/ABC Derby Mighty Compton Cinema Organ. Only open on concert days. Please see website for details of concerts.
Reviewed By trevm77
Just walked out of Pipes in the Peak, having listened to Phil Kelsall (principal organist at Blackpool Tower) for two hours. I’m up in the air. What an organist, what technique, and what a fantastic organ to perform on. An enormous credit to Mr D Thorp ( the owner) who fulfilled his dream! Not just a Crompton organ, but a piece of magic with added extras. It’s a must for anyone to visit. A glass of wine, coffee and biscuits, an incredible afternoons entertainment. All for £12. Never mind the surrounding countryside as an added bonus. This is the best attended “organ” venue in the U.K. , and I can’t recommend it highly enough. (I’m a semi pro musician, have been for the last 50 years, so I’ve got a good ear)!
3. The ClayRooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
The ClayRooms is an open access pottery studio offering workshops, courses, membership and bespoke party events. It is run by professional ceramic artists and teachers who aim to provide high quality, fun experiences to those visiting the area.
Reviewed By br0ughster - Uttoxeter, United Kingdom
What a wonderful afternoon! Myself, sister, mum and neice attended a workshop this afternoon making planters with personality. It was a treat from my sister to us all. Fabulous fun doing something different, especially after the year we have all had so far with covid 19 and lockdown. Really enjoyable and a great experience. Felt very safe with appropraliate measures in place so no need to worry. .All materials and tools were provided. Even a great cup of tea part way through. Great teacher to keep us all on the right track and to help if needed. Would highly recommend for an afternoon of fun for a family group or group of friends. Excellent value and can't wait to see the finished results once they are fired.
4. Maison Du Biere
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By petet257 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
This bar has found a really clever niche when compared to most U.K. bars, it’s a shop at the front for bottled beers and gins with the back of the shop a large bar where you can get a beer on tap. It’s got a good range of beers, a few wines and bubbles. What I particularly liked was free tea or coffee for a designated driver, a nice touch. It feels more like a beer cafe rather than an out and out bar, nice and informal with a very warm welcome from the owners. I’m a big beer drinker and instead of the usual pints of familiar beers, I had a few halves of beers I hadn’t heard of before. I was visiting Ashbourne to see my girlfriend’s family, I wish there was a bar like this in Birmingham. Clever idea, Good luck to them!
5. Carsington Water
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,439 reviews
Reviewed By MarkT768 - Kimbolton, United Kingdom
Great location for a walk, either circular or a there and back!! Definitely worth dropping into the pub in Carsington village. Really nice beer and lovely pub food
6. Airways Airsports
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
We are a Paragliding, Hang gliding, Paramotor and Microlight School offering courses and tuition in the Midlands and the Derbyshire Peak District. Come and join us for a trial flight and discover the best way to see Derbyshire either nipping around in one of our Mircolights or thermal your way around on a Paraglider or Hang Glider.
7. Dovedale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,731 reviews
The National Trust is a registered charity. With your help, we protect some of the most important spaces and places in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We take care of historic houses, gardens, mills, coastline, forests, woods, fens, beaches, farmland, moorland, islands, archaeological remains, nature reserves, villages and pubs - and then we open them up for ever, for everyone. Dovedale valley is owned and cared for by the National Trust, with important woodlands, wildflower meadows and impressive limestone rock features throughout the valley. Please note; there is a privately owned car park a short and easy walk from the famous Stepping Stones. This is not a National Trust car park. The nearest National Trust car park is a mile away at Ilam Park, where National Trust member can park for free. There are toilets beside the Dovedale car park and these are owned and maintained by the Peak District National Park Authority. There is a charge of 20p to use these toilets.
Reviewed By dramsman - Hartlepool, United Kingdom
we had a gorgeous days walking here in June, starting from Ilam and heading along the beautiful valley to Millers dale. the perfect clean waters of the river dove sparkled in the sunshine, the lovely rock formations and caves, flowers and wildlife are ever so enthralling. we paused for a coffee and a delicious Cornish pasty at the little shop before heading back to complete a wonderful seven mile walk.
8. Burrows Gardens
9. Dovedale Stepping Stones
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By MaxJenna - Norwich, United Kingdom
We have been to the Dovedale Stepping stones three times now, they are beautiful and a novel way across the river. Set at the mouth of the stunning Dovedale valley, the Stepping stones and the grassy area next to it make this a perfect place to sit and reflect on natures unparalleled majesty. The Stepping stones are set reasonably close together, but are uneven and can get slippery so a modicum of ability is required to cross. The only thing, not even a downside really, is that the stepping stones and the valley can get very very busy..... so my two tips are go early and if your dog doesn't like the stones they can just wade/swim across depending on size.
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