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Rowsley

Parish in Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, England

Coordinates:53.191, -1.61
OS grid ref:SK 26 66
Dialling code: 01629 (Matlock)
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Rowsley is a small rural parish in the Derbyshire Dales of Derbyshire, England, set beside the River Derwent on the western edge of the Peak District. It sits on the old A6 corridor between Matlock and Bakewell, making it a handy base for walkers and visitors exploring nearby country estates such as Chatsworth and the National Park.

The area has a strong Victorian and railway heritage - a substantial station and yards once handled local industry and freight, and the preserved Peak Rail presence keeps that history alive. Local life mixes farming with tourism: holiday accommodation, cafés and riverside walks support the economy, while a small, engaged community maintains historic buildings and outdoor events that draw visitors throughout the year.

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Transport links

  • East Midlands Airport 27.5 miles44.2 km
  • Manchester Airport 29.7 miles47.8 km
  • Matlock Railway Station 4.2 miles6.8 km
  • Matlock Bath Railway Station 5.2 miles8.4 km

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Schools in Rowsley

  • Rowsley C of E (Controlled) Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Chatsworth House Estate 1.8 miles2.9 km
  • Chatsworth House Country house 2.5 miles4 km
  • B2net Stadium Stadium 8.7 miles14 km
  • Barrow Hill Engine Shed Museum 11 miles17.8 km
  • The Impact arena Stadium 11.6 miles18.6 km
  • Sutton Scarsdale Hall Estate 11.6 miles18.7 km
  • Hardwick Hall Country house 12.6 miles20.2 km
  • Job's Wood Forest 13.1 miles21.1 km
  • Bramall Lane Stadium 13.6 miles21.9 km
  • Rough Wood Forest 13.9 miles22.4 km
  • University of Sheffield University 14.1 miles22.6 km
  • The Leadmill Theatre 14.1 miles22.7 km