Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Wirksworth

"Described as a magnificent 17th-century ducal mansion, Nottingham Castle sits atop cliffs 40m (130ft) high, offering fabulous views of the city. Originally built in 1067 by William the Conqueror and then rebuilt by a series of other kings, Nottingham Castle is embedded in history. Offering a medieval-to-modern British and European art collection, this ancient building has a lot of culture for visitors who wish to take a step back from the energetic city life."

"Once spoken of in the same terms as the Tower of London and Windsor Castle, Nottingham Castle looks over the city from its high sandstone crag known as Castle Rock. As with many strongholds in England the castle was torn down in the wake of the English Civil War to prevent it being re-used. Afterwards Henry Cavendish, the 2nd Duke of Newcastle, built the Baroque Ducal Mansion on the remains and in 1878 the Nottingham Castle Museum opened in this building."

"One of the best photography spots in Nottingham is the Wollaton Park. There are deer walking around there (in a special section) and if you bring a good zoom lens, you can take some incredible shots, especially in Autumn. As we visited Nottingham in May, it was also very nice, green and pretty and I took a lot of photos in Wollaton Park."

"Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan Manor with huge gardens and is a short bus ride from the city centre. Inside the house is a stuffed animal exhibit (quite creepy but fascinating) and the gardens and lake are a perfect location for a long romantic walk or even a picnic."

"Head underground to explore limestone caverns bursting with history, interesting rock formations, crystal stalagmites and stalactites, and knowledgeable and entertaining guides!. Above ground, Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park is also home to woodlands, natural scenery, and Solomon’s Temple, which offers panoramic views overlooking the peak district. If you’re daring enough, you can brave the treetops for adventure and scenery with the Go Ape ropes course, partnered with Poole’s Cavern"

"The Peak District's extraordinary geology can be seen up close in this large limestone cave far beneath the 100 acres of Buxton Country…"

"My final entry goes to Woodthorpe Park – a couple of miles north of the city centre and overlooked by some heinous towering architecture, but a green jewel of Nottingham nonetheless!. Originally forested grazing land for a pig farm, it then became the family home of Henry Ashwell and the Grade II listed building still stands on its grounds today. Over the years there have been railway tracks running North to South across and under the estate but World War I and the electric tram eventually put a stop to that!"

"If you’re looking for a good all-in-one day out, Woodthorpe Grange Park is one of the best parks in Nottingham. It’s home to The Grange, a 19th century manor house, which is surrounded by formal gardens, green houses, and wooded areas. Fun activities include an 18-hole pitch and putt golf course, two football pitches, and a tropical house."

"This park is also on the edge of the city centre, and it has a variety of facilities there, including sports pitches and a tropical house which holds a variety of plants and trees. The park also has a café and toilets, as well as formal gardens."

"Situated on the outskirts of the city, this award winning nature centre and reserve is great for visitors of all ages. Opened by Sir David Attenborough in 2005, the site has provided a wild and peaceful retreat to those living in the surrounding urban areas. Come to the visitor centre to learn, explore and relax from 9am to 5pm every weekday or from 9m to 6pm over a weekend."

"Just south of the campus for the University of Nottingham, Highfields Park is a 121-acre green space that has just been spruced up in 2018. Up to 1920 this all belonged to the Highfields Estate, but was bought for the university in 1920 by the founder of the famous English high street chain, Boots. The loveliest part of the Highfields is the esplanade beside the boating lake, with a balustrade and view across to the university’s Trent Building."

"Climb up to Hen’s Cloud, go past the mysterious Doxey Pool and then across the Roaches to bag the Roaches trig!. The Roaches is a popular spot with climbers and rock enthusiasts. It is thought that wallabies (released from a zoo) roam the area, but we didn’t manage to spot any, so it may be a legend."

"The Roaches is located above Leek and Tittesworth Reservoir and is loved by hikers and climbers alike. The impressively rugged and steep gritstone ridge is home to mythical mermaids and 15 metre natural gritstone clefts."

"We spent a beautiful weekend in the Roaches and it is the best place for walking enthusiasts in the Peaks!. There are also some beautiful rock formations."

"A cool Nottingham pub and kitchen, Brewhouse is home to as many as 50 different types of beer, including its own homemade range. On top of an impressive selection of food and drinks, the Trent Bridge bar houses a sprawling outdoor garden overlooking the river."

"Delectable food and drink with a beautiful view of the River Trent. Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 2GShttps://www.brewhouseandkitchen.com/book/Current seating availability: walk-ins are welcome but bookings advised"

"We're miles from a beach here in Nottingham, but the Trent is the next best thing. Watching the sun come down over the river with a gin and tonic in hand equals a pretty perfect evening in my book."

"There's plenty of fun to be had at the cafe which has hundreds of board games (more than 750 from Monopoly and Cluedo to more recent ones such as Catan and Ticket to Ride, plus a giant chess set. Players can compete in tournaments and the winning team gets to take home cakes. Game play is thirsty work so they serve pretty good coffee too, as well as snacks such as paninis and wraps."

"If you’re looking for something a little more chilled out on your trip to Nottingham, why not pay a visit to Ludorati Café?. Boasting over 750 games on “The Wall”, Ludorati is the perfect place to while away a Sunday afternoon with your mates. If you’re looking for something a bit more challenging, however, test yourself in one of the venue’s escape rooms."

"Described as a magnificent 17th-century ducal mansion, Nottingham Castle sits atop cliffs 40m (130ft) high, offering fabulous views of the city. Originally built in 1067 by William the Conqueror and then rebuilt by a series of other kings, Nottingham Castle is embedded in history. Offering a medieval-to-modern British and European art collection, this ancient building has a lot of culture for visitors who wish to take a step back from the energetic city life."

"Once spoken of in the same terms as the Tower of London and Windsor Castle, Nottingham Castle looks over the city from its high sandstone crag known as Castle Rock. As with many strongholds in England the castle was torn down in the wake of the English Civil War to prevent it being re-used. Afterwards Henry Cavendish, the 2nd Duke of Newcastle, built the Baroque Ducal Mansion on the remains and in 1878 the Nottingham Castle Museum opened in this building."