Crich Tramway Museum
Overview
A lovingly restored period village that is also home to the National Tramway Museum and its world renowned archives. Travel on one of the many working trams. Visit when there is a special event, such as the various vintage vehicle weekends, horse tram days, and war time remenicenses.
Visit the Tramway Museum website
What makes it special
- Ride on one of the many
- Attend one of the classic or vintage vehicle events
Opening Times
16th March to 12th April - daily 10:00 to 16:30 (except weekends to 17:30)
13th April to 8th Sept - daily 10:00 to 17:30
9th Sept to 27th October - daily 10:00 to 16:30 (except weekends to 17:30)
28th October to 3rd November - Starlight events
Price
Adult: £17.50
Senior (aged 60+): £14.00
Child (aged 4 -15): £10.50
Hostels nearby
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The Heights of Abraham
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Watersports in Hartington
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Watersports in Ilam
The nearby Carsington Water offers equipment hire and a range of courses in sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and powerboating for absolute beginners through to instructors.
Carsington Water (Reservoir)
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Cratcliffe Tor provides some of the area's most popular grit-stone climbs.
Haddon Hall in Eyam
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Haddon Hall
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Watersports in Youlgreave
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Cycling in Youlgreave
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Mountain biking in Youlgreave
Travel to Carsington Water for their gently undulating eight mile off-road trail around the reservoir, or take on one of the 'Dark Peak' routes for a full day of challenging mountain biking.
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A circular route taking in stunning Lathkill Dale can be tailored to your walking level.
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Chatsworth House
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Bakewell
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