Chesterfield Museum and Art Gallery
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Overview
The Chesterfield Museum tells the story of Chesterfield from its beginning as a Roman fort on Rykneild Street to the building of the ‘Crooked Spire’ church and its growth as a market town. Chesterfield’s most famous Victorian resident, George Stephenson, dubbed the ‘Father of the Railways’ is also featured. The displays continue the story of the town to the present day. There is a small art gallery in the museum and a full programme of events.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, Mon & Thu-Sat, 10-4
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Children
About the area
The natural features of this central English county range from the modest heights of the Peak District National Park, where Kinder Scout stands at 2,088 ft (636 m), to the depths of its remarkable underground caverns, floodlit to reveal exquisite Blue John stone. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the High Peak Trail which extends from the Derwent Valley to the limestone plateau near Buxton, and for many, the spectacular scenery is what draws them to the area.
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The Flat 138
The Pottery Flat is light and bright, and offers a range of home comforts. The artworks on the walls are by local artists and members of Peak District Artisans. From here, you can visit...
The Pottery Flat
The Pottery Flat is light and bright, and offers a range of home comforts. The artworks on the walls are by local artists and members of Peak District Artisans. From here, you can visit...
Ringwood Hall Hotel and Spa
Ringwood Hall is a beautifully presented 19th-century manor house set in six acres of formal gardens, within 29 acres of peaceful parkland, between the M1 and Chesterfield. The stylish ...
Church Villa B&B
Church Villa B&B makes the perfect place to stay for a visit to the Peak District, a business stay, or an overnight stop (just 2 miles from J29 of the M1). It has 3 comfortable en-suite...
The Bulls Head
The Bulls Head is nestled in Holymoorside, in the heart of the Peak District, within close reach of Chesterfield. This recently refurbished property offers three luxurious and individua...
Chestnut Cottage and Willow Cottage
Chestnut Cottage and Willow Cottage are situated on a 100-acre farm with organic wildflower meadows and abundant wildlife. Chestnut Cottage features two bedrooms (a double and a twin), ...
Willow Cottage
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Chestnut Cottage
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