Archive for May, 2007

The Heights of Abraham

Monday, May 28th, 2007

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Take a stunning journey in a cable car, with fantastic views over Matlock Bath. Reach the top and follow the guide underground to spectacular caves. Then you can explore 60 acres of Wooded hillside or have a coffee or meal in their restaurant. Not to be missed if you are in the area. Visit their website for more information.

The Heights of Abraham
Matlock Bath
Derbyshire
DE4 3PD
England

Telephone: 01629 582365

Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath

Monday, May 28th, 2007

Gullivers Theme park at Matlock bath is aimed at 2 to 13 year olds. Lots of rides and attractions sited in a lovely setting. Parking can be a problem for motor homes in Matlock Bath at weekends in the summer. Get there early or go mid week. Visit their website for more information.

Gulliver’s Kingdom
Temple Walk
Matlock Bath
DE4 3PG

Telephone: 01925444888

Denby Visitor Centre and Shops

Monday, May 28th, 2007

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Take a factory tour or buy high quality Denby seconds. A restaurant is on site. The Visitor Centre is next to the Pottery in a cobbled courtyard with shops, pottery tours, free daily cookery demonstrations and regular events. Easy to Park your motor home but it can get very busy at weekends. Check their website for further information.

The Denby Pottery Company Ltd
Denby
Derbyshire
DE5 8NX
England

Telephone: +44 (0) 1773 740799

Thaymar Farm Shop and Tea Room

Saturday, May 26th, 2007

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Home of Thaymar Ice cream. See Ice cream being made through the viewing gallery.Taste their ice cream in the tea room or eat a hot meal, well worth a visit. Visit their website for more information.

Thaymar Farm Shop and Tea Room
Haughton Park Farm
Nr Bothamsall
Retford
Nottinghamshire
DN22 8DB
England

Telephone: 01623 862632

Sherwood Pines Forest Park

Saturday, May 26th, 2007

Said to be the largest woodland open to the public in the East Midlands. Space to walk, cycle, or horse ride. The visitor centre and cycle shop are located in the northern part of the wood where the waymarked trails start. Visit the Forestry Commission Website for more information

Sherwood Pines Forest Park
Nottinghamshire
England
Old Clipstone is the nearest town or village. Off the B6030 between Old Clipstone and Ollerton

Telephone:01623 822447 (Recreational Rangers)