What to do and see in Belper, England: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

July 10, 2021 Major Galusha

Coordinates: 53°01′44″N 1°28′30″W / 53.029°N 1.475°W / 53.029; -1.475
Restaurants in Belper

1. Heage Windmill

Chesterfield Road Heage, Belper DE56 2BH England +44 1773 853579 [email protected] http://www.heagewindmill.co.uk
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5.0 based on 171 reviews

Heage Windmill

Our 18th Century Windmill is the only surviving Six Sailed Stone Built Windmill in the Country! We give visitors an insight into the life of a miller back in the day and how the windmill works. The restored windmill is working again and produces flour that can be bought in the shop on site! We look forward to welcoming you to the windmill soon, and we'd like to take the time to thank you for visiting our TripAdvisor Page

Reviewed By 997briant - London, United Kingdom

What a beautiful and historic landmark this is, sitting high up on a grassy ridge overlooking the verdant Derbyshire countryside. It was built in 1797, and after various periods of natural disasters, dereliction and restoration (the latest being in 2002) it stands proud, sails to the wind, and continues to grind flour from local wheat, as it did when it was first built. Apparently it is the only remaining six-sail windmill in England. With the current pandemic the windmill is currently closed to visitors. In normal times you can visit the windmill on weekends between April and October, and also take an inexpensive little tour which is offered. I’ve visited previously, when it was open, and bought a bag of the stone-milled flour ground at the windmill. It’s an excellent rustic strong bread flour. I understand that the flour is available at local farmers’ markets. On this visit we could only view its graceful stone exterior. For the best views of the windmill, follow the public footpath that leads into a grassy field to the left, just before the entrance gate. From this vantage point you will be able to appreciate its grandeur. The windmill is down a laneway off Chesterfield Road (the B6013) near the village of Heage, though we walked on a public footpath from Heage. It’s a beautiful landmark and worth a visit.

2. The Angels Micropub

29 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ England +44 7527 163316 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/The-ANGELS-Micro-Pub-955087077910820
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

The Angels Micropub

The Angles Micropub is located on Belper Market place, hidden to the right of No28 Cafe. We serve a selection of 8-12 Real ales from Thursday to Sunday with Oakham's Citra, Thornbridge’s Jaipur and Titanic's Plum Porter on weekly and a range of Ciders, Gins and soft drinks. Amber Valley CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year 2020 Amber Valley CAMRA Mild Trail winner 2019 Amber Valley CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year runner up 2017/19 Amber Valley CAMRA Winter Ale Trail Runner up 2018 Good beer Guide 2018/19/20 Dog friendly and child friendly

Reviewed By thomasmG7353YY - Offenbach, Germany

Along with the newly established The Belper Tap, The Angels Micropub is your best option by far in Belper for a pint of craft ale or cider. It is a hidden gem indeed, tugged into the far corner of Market Place - you have to be very close to the northern east corner to actually see it's there. It has a narrow patio area with a few outside tables, and the single room in the pub holds only about 30 people. The range of carefully selected real ales (directly from the cask) is excellent, as is the one for craft cider. And they're only 3 quid a pint, no matter how high the ABV is. I had three excellent pints there: two beers (Titanic Plum Porter, Plummeth Grand Cru) and a flavorful cask-matured cider (Thistly Cross Whisky Cask). The young woman who was running things on the day was extremely friendly and welcoming, herself an enthusiast for real ale and cider. The atmosphere is very friendly, and you can always strike up a conversation with a fellow punter. Note: The Angels is open only between Thursday and Sunday! Cannot recommend this super place enough: Keep up the good work!

3. Ritz Cinema

76B King Street, Belper DE56 1QA England +44 1773 822224 http://www.ritz-belper.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 291 reviews

Ritz Cinema

Reviewed By kentcritique - Faversham, United Kingdom

Took granddaughter here for a half term treat . We hadn’t booked and it was pretty full but they found us 3 seats ! The Ritz is just lovely- going to the picture s like it used to be - friendly and helpful staff, great decor and very comfortable:) Highly recommend:)

4. Strutt's North Mill

Bridgefoot, Belper DE56 1YD England +44 1773 880474 [email protected] http://www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 150 reviews

Strutt's North Mill

Strutt's North Mill played a vital role in the UK's Industrial Revolution and is of architectural and historic importance. It is one of a chain of mills that form part of UNESCO's Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage site. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a tour of the mill and explain more about its social, historic and industrial background.

Reviewed By AnnetteS974 - Newcastle, United Kingdom

We booked in last minute and are really glad we did. The museum is only open Friday to Sunday at the moment for guided tours. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and really helped us understand the part the cotton industry played in the history and growth of Belper. There is a small gift shop with a decent range of books themed towards mills and Derbyshire. Well worth visiting this mostly volunteer run museum.

5. George and Dragon Pub

117 Bridge Street, Belper DE56 1BA England +44 1773 880210 http://www.georgedragonbelper.co.uk
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

George and Dragon Pub

6. Belper River Gardens

Matlock Road, Belper DE56 1BC England +44 1773 570222 http://www.visitambervalley.co.uk/places-to-visit/all-attractions/belper-river-gardens.aspx
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4.5 based on 266 reviews

Belper River Gardens

Reviewed By Maddy808 - Seaton Delaval, United Kingdom

It was a fab sunny day when we went which made the walk more pleasant. The walk gives you great views of the mill and there are some great photo opportunities! Place to stop if you wanted to take a picnic. Worth a wander if you are in Belper.

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