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Belper River Gardens

Belper River Gardens, adjacent to Strutt's North Mill offer a tranquil setting to view the River Derwent.

Belper River Gardens unique riverside gardens have been offering visitors a tranquil setting to view the River Derwent for over 100 years.  Located adjacent to Strutt’s historic North Mill the riverside promenade allows flat easy access to the gardens and riverside with children’s play facilities and rowing boats. The new Swiss Tearooms are planned to open for summer 2021.  The gardens are a 10 minute walk through ‘The Clusters’ from Belper Station. See the walking route in our Family Activity Walk from Belper Station

Address

Belper River Gardens,
Matlock Road,
Belper
DE56 1BE

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