Cromford
Discover Cromford
Below Matlock is the village of Cromford, surrounded by wooded slopes and dramatic cliffs. Situated at the heart of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, Cromford is where Sir Richard Arkwright built the world’s first water-powered cotton mills, pioneering mechanisation that would go on to change the world. Visit Cromford Mills to discover the cradle of the Industrial Revolution, wander the independent shops in Cromford’s Georgian Shambles and discover the village’s traditional pubs – as well as the local jailhouse turned art gallery, The Old Lock Up.
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Cromford Events

Arts Workshops
Join our resident artists in the school room at Cromford Mills to help them create a huge banner which will be part of the festival weekend

Derbyshire Makes Festival - Cromford
Events inspired by water and local folklore in Cromford

Adverse Camber storytelling
Sharing stories with roots in local folklore

Dare to Dream workshops
Be part of a monumental artwork celebrating Derbyshire's textiles heritage

Easter activities at Cromford Mills
Join artist Netty Reddish to get crafting