Things To Do

Picture Thursday

6 April 2023

Pick up a sketch book and be inspired by the history and nature at High Peak Junction.

Pick up a free sketch book and explore High Peak Junction, Cromford Canal, Leawood Pumphouse, Aqueduct Cottage and Cromford Mill yard. Hints and tips to create amazing sketches and art work suitable for all ages including adults.

Take and share your photographs of this beautiful part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Leawood Pumphouse will be open but not operating.

Free event

Bring your own pencil

Booking not required – drop in anytime

Address

High Peak Junction is the starting point of the High Peak Trail. See the walking routes from either Cromford or Whatstandwell in our Family Activity Book.

View Map
Opening Times

10am to 4pm Opening times may vary, please check with the attraction for the latest information.

More events

Oct 12

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.

View
Oct 13

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.

View
Oct 19

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.

View
Oct 20

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.

View
Oct 26

Matlock Bath Illuminations

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats plus fireworks.

View
Oct 27

Matlock Bath Illuminations – Finale with fireworks 2024

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.

View
Oct 30

High Peak Junction Railway Workshops Forge Day

Have a go at being a blacksmith on the historic forge and make a poker to take home and keep, in some of the world's earliest railway buildings.

View
Oct 21 — Oct 31

Frights of Abraham 2024

Take a trip to the Heights of Abraham for some October Half Term family fun.

View
Dec 6 — Dec 8

Matlock Victorian Christmas Market

Matlock Christmas Market hosts around 200 stalls in two marquees across Hall Leys Park, over three days, The weekend’s highlights include Santa’s Grotto and a spectacular firework display on the Sunday evening.

View
Dec 21 — Dec 22

Matlock Christmas Market

Christmas market in Hall Leys Park.

View
Nov 22 — Dec 23

Winter Lights Trail

For the first time ever! Ride the cable cars at night across an illuminated avenue.

View
Dec 28

High Peak Junction Railway Workshops Forge Day

Have a go at being a blacksmith on the historic forge and make a poker to take home and keep, in some of the world's earliest railway buildings.

View
Dec 27 — Dec 30

Winter Lights Trail

For the first time ever! Ride the cable cars at night across an illuminated avenue.

View