Self Catering Holiday Cottages In Wirksworth

Wirksworth is one of the oldest settlements nestling in the hills in the county of Derbyshire.  You will find if you choose to stay in self catering holiday cottages in Wirksworth that you may be in one of its delightful early Georgian houses a result of the lead-mining years of the late 17th and 18th centuries.

The enchanting narrow streets and alleyways add charm and character to the village combined with views of surrounding roof-scapes and distant green hills and the rich architectural heritage of its restored Georgian splendour.  Choose Wirksworth as a base for your self catering holiday either in holiday cottages or self catering barns and you will be rewarded with a base that is a little gem in which to stay.

As a group, staying either with the family or a group of friends there are self catering barns and self catering holiday cottages that are suitable for a group of friends.  If you choose to stay in the springtime, observe the ancient custom of well dressing which takes place here with nine wells being dressed and is also the town's annual carnival. Modern Wirksworth also boasts an annual Arts Festival in September.

Choose to stay at one of the fabulous family friendly self catering holiday cottages in Wirksworth and discover the town's fascinating history at the excellent Heritage Centre. The National Stone Centre situated alongside the High Peak Trail also has a permanent indoor exhibition.  So it is the perfect place for a family holiday in self catering holiday cottages.