The friends of belper river gardens was set up in 2006 to support amber valley borough council in looking after and restoring these edwardian gardens. The beautiful river gardens offered boating on the river and brass band music at the bandstand. Relax and enjoy the very best of brass, folk music and choral singing as the parks come alive with the sound of music. If you would like to post a message to friends of belper river gardens, please fill in the form below. Such facilities were often created in the nineteenth century by publicspirited persons. Belper river gardens 2020 all you need to know before. Heritage walks 2019 strutts north mill museum belper. Messing about on the water the beautiful riverside gardens have been offering visitors a tranquil setting to view the river derwent for over 100 years. Belper river gardens are a great place to visit, usually quite quiet,with a nice view of the river and the hills of the chevin behind. George herbert strutt provided the river gardens for belper. A number of belpers belgian refugees attended, to hear a talk about their country.
If youd prefer something relaxing, our hotels in derbyshire such as the lion hotel is located very close to belper river gardens, these victorian gardens are great for a picnic in the summer months, or leisurely stroll all year round feed the ducks and enjoy the views. Welcome to river garden your traditional chinese restaurant in belper, derbyshire. There is also a small gift and book shop, and light refreshments are available. What are the best things to do when visiting belper. Demand was such that in 1850, the belper gas and coke company was formed, with a works in goods road. Heritage walk a stroll through the river gardens belper north mill. You can also save waiting time by ordering your food over the phone prior to collection.
To the east the gardens are bounded by the a6 trunk road northward from belper to matlock. If youre on a budget in belper and want good value for your money, you can stay at the 3star clarion collection hotel makeney hall. Belper river gardens are public gardens laid out by the river derwent. Belper memorial gardens 2020 all you need to know before. The southern end of the river gardens is dominated by the massive red. Pumpyard pumpyard is selfcatering accommodation, located just outside belper river gardens. Visit belper river gardens on your trip to belper or. A gentle stroll through belpers jewel in the crown to discover the fascinating. Photo prints old maps folded maps calendars photo books jigsaws mugs tableware tea towels cushion covers gift cards wallpaper trade colour.
River gardens car park located at belper de56 1be tel. The southern end of the river gardens is dominated by the massive redbrick east mill, built in 191219. Belper river gardens these unique riverside gardens have been offering visitors a tranquil setting to view the river derwent for over 100 years. Part of a converted chapel this characterful 2 bedroom house makes for a great stay in the historic mill town of belper in derbyshire. Belper river gardens swiss tea rooms architects competition details to support views of the friends of belper river gardens 24 th september 2011 1. In the middle of the beautiful flowerbeds is the bandstand where on the odd occasion throughout the summer you will hear local bands play to crowds of local belper residents.
At the end of this book you will find a glossary of words which students may not recognise, as well as a map of belper in 1914 and questions for each of the chapters, to help teachers and children discuss the topics covered. Belper literary and philosophical society held its first meeting in the river gardens in july. Derbyshires longest ever artwork, flowing the length of the derwent. Strutts north mill belper 2020 all you need to know before. Gardens from formal gardens to dramatic open landscapes, you can take a stroll through centuries of horticultural history and garden styles.
In 1820 belper was the first place in the uk to get gas lighting, at a works erected by the strutts at milford. The river gardens have had some serious money spent on them, and weve a farmers market to be proud of. Walk along the belper river gardens and sit amongst the lush greenery or hire a boat and row along the river derwent. Nov 21, 2019 belper is also full of history and has a beautiful mill to visit along with the famous belper river gardens which will soon have a new tea rooms. Adjacent to the river gardens at belper, the derwent valley visitor centre is based in the historic north mill, part of a recently granted world heritage site. He helped provide the gibfield lane swimming baths in 1909. Another great legacy to the town was the river gardens, given by george herbert strutt in 1906, an edwardian water garden by the. Belper river gardens 2020 all you need to know before you. Home belper de56 river gardens river gardens car park. Belper mill and river gardens there will be a steady influx of visitors to the belper arts festival from 5th may, and it was newcomers to the town like playwright george gunby and artist sheila guyatt who helped shape and progress the arts culture in belper. This is a pity as many people miss an unexpected delight. History the makeney hall hotel in belper, derbyshire. The group also organise and run special events where possible and help with the maintenance.
These were created by george herbert strutt in 1905. Trevor griffin was reelected chair, janet honey, treasurer and sue smith was elected as secretary. Belper historical society has worked since 1957 to promote a better understanding and appreciation of belper s history and heritage. To find out more about local walks or to book a room, please call 0330 390 0492 or. Beautiful gardens were you can sit and remember those that died in defending the free world and think of those that still protect us. Green hall memories, 1938 to 1956 by alan cockayne, jacksdale, notts. During the summer months there are concerts in the bandstand, outdoor theatre and other events. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 21,823.
See spectacular displays and marvel at the colour and scent of the flora at lea gardens and discover rare plants and magnificent ancient trees at kedleston park. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you. Belper river gardens discover derbyshire and the peak. In 1921 he gave land which was used to create the memorial gardens to remember those who had died in the first world war. You can order your favourite dishes online, over the phone or in person. Designated as a world heritage site in 2001, the derwent valley mills have been. Strutt cottage contains a small library of books about the local history of belper and its surrounds, as well as on a variety of other subjects and fiction works. Located within the derwent valley mills world heritage site adjacent to strutts historic north mill, the riverside promenade allows flat easy access to the gardens and riverside. In 1922, he founded the belper memorial gardens, which commemorated those who had died in world war one. The history and heritage of the amber valley links it with famous names worldwide. As well as belper itself, the parish also includes the village of milford and the hamlets of bargate, blackbrook and makeney. Quick and reliable without compromising on the quality of the food, the river garden offers fine chinese cuisine to take away in belper. These unique riverside gardens have been offering visitors a tranquil setting to.
River garden restaurant, belper updated 2020 restaurant. A gentle stroll through belpers jewel in the crown to discover the fascinating story of its early days and follow the latest developments. The visitor is of course ecouraged to use this resource as a means of exploring the locality. The gardens are maintained by amber valley borough council and a nonprofit making group of volunteers called the friends of belper river gardens. These have played an important role in the lives of millions of people during their leisure time.
Public pleasure garden laid out by the river derwent in 1905 by leading philanthropist associated with belpers cottonmilling industry. Tea was enjoyed in the pavilion after business was completed. If youd prefer something relaxing, our hotels in derbyshire such as the lion hotel is located very close to belper river gardens, these victorian gardens are great for a picnic in the summer months, or leisurely stroll all year round. Add belper river gardens to your belper travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our belper vacation maker. Belper river gardens, c1908 belper historical society has worked since 1957 to promote a better understanding and appreciation of belper s history and heritage. Another lasting legacy was his donation to the development of belper s river gardens, which were opened in 1906. A stroll through the river gardens derwent valley mills. The lathams proposal is more likely to be commercially successful the obvious latent potential market for the rebuilt tea rooms will be the people who use or are attracted to use the.
The river gardens at belper hide away from the public gaze behind a brick wall on the a6. With parking at rear and a large restaurant, we can cater for a range of special events as well as occasional dining. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. The sacrifice memorial to the 14 men from belper that died on the first day of the battle of the somme on the 1st july 1916 is a stunning and. The beautiful and recently restored river gardens offered boating on the river and brass band music at the bandstand. The larks in the park season of concerts in belper river gardens opened with home players belper town. Belper s wartime story with a second publication at a future date.
Belper river gardens 2020 all you need to know before you go. Your entry will be displayed on this page together with any response from our guestbook moderator. Belper is a wonderful historic market town with a lovely meandering river running through it. The same week, the belper ladies miniature rifle club had its first meeting, held behind christ church. The gardens themselves are well kept and once the new cafe is opened, it will be a fantastic place to visit for. Historic belper web site of the belper historical society. The river gardens, belper britain, unlike many other countries, is noted for the presence in its towns of parks, gardens, open spaces and recreational grounds. Listen to some of the local bands playing their favourite music in the beautiful surroundings of belper river gardens, crossley park, ripley and the memorial gardens in belper. The belper river gardens has flower beds, arboretum, bandstand, water gardens, childrens play area and a boating lake. May 26th sunday, 2pm a stroll through the river gardens.
Welcome to the friends of belper r ive r gardens website the friends of belper river gardens is a voluntary non profit making group formed to assist the regeneration of the gardens. The main entrance opposite east mill, is unimpressive and very easily overlooked by the traveller. Belper hotels, united kingdom vacation deals from 100 usd. Belper photos archive belper web belper web belper web. Holiday cottages to rent in belper self catering breaks. Cultivate an interest in the history of belper and its neighbourhood. Then discover why belper was acclaimed winner of winners at the 2014 great british high street awards with some retail therapy at specialist shops and a popular monthly. Belper river gardens things to do in the peak district and.
A number of belper s belgian refugees attended, to hear a talk about their country. From the east mill, a pretty waterfall flows into the river derwent and nearby, the banks of the river provide access to the unique belper river gardens. Location, area, boundaries, landform, setting the river gardens lie on the northern outskirts of the town of belper, on the east bank of the river derwent. A boathouse and landing stage were built on a island previously used to grow osiers to make baskets for use in the mill. History of belper river gardens in 1905, former mill owner george herbert strutt agreed for the river above belper weir to be used for recreational boating. Belper history, history of belper, the history of belper. He opened the belper river gardens with boating in 1905. The gardens are small but provide visitors with a beautiful, tranquil setting where they can relax and enjoy themselves. The boating lake is open throughout the summer, as well as a childrens play area, poetry trail and duck pond. These beautiful riverside gardens are over 100 years old and features include an original bandstand, colourful displays of flowerbeds and shrubberies. Located within the derwent valley mills world heritage site adjacent to strutts historic north mill the riverside promenade allows flat easy access to the gardens and riverside.
A gentle stroll through belper s jewel in the crown to discover the fascinating story of its early days and follow the latest developments. The belper river gardens started life in 1905 when george herbert strutt, who had just sold the nearby mills, gave some land to the belper boating association so that they could build a boathouse for recreational boating this proved so popular that in the following years, strutt decided to create a formal garden on the land between the river and the manmade channel. Our restaurant aims to deliver fast, fresh food that is full of authentic asian ingredients. Belpers wartime story with a second publication at a future date. Dec 18, 2014 derwent valley mills world heritage site, belper, derbyshire. Plan to visit belper river gardens, united kingdom. Takeaway chinese for delivery or collection in belper.
In 1921 he gave land which was used to create the memorial gardens to. These unique riverside gardens have been offering visitors a tranquil setting to view the river derwent for over 100 years. The group are providing refreshments at the larks in the parks organised by belper town council on sunday afternoons this summer. History of the site in 1905 the belper town and trade association put forward the suggestion that a boating association be. With belper evoking history around every corner, make sure you see its different mills and original water courses, the beautiful river gardens, historic mill workers cottages, schools and chapels, and a unique railway line running through the centre of the town, all.
Stay at our hotels in derbyshire book the lion hotel. Belper river gardens set next to the belper north mill, these beautiful landscaped gardens have been host to visiting families for over 100 years. Belper has the best cinema ive ever experienced, weve many quality places to eat and drink, and theres a growing interest and pride in the towns heritage. Its situated in the gloriously picturesque derwent valley mills world heritage site, which stretches from derbys silk mill to matlock bath masson mill. Stroll through the charming town of belper and head to the north mill to soak up its rich industrial history. The agm of the friends of belper river gardens was held on 28th may. Rowing boats can be hired in the summer for a three mile trip up river. The site here registered comprises c 6ha and is bounded on the west by the a6 trunk road matlock road by means of stone walls with prominent piers at regular intervals, the original railings now 2003 missing. The gardens, which cover about 3 hectares, were laid out by a leading philanthropist of belper s cotton milling industry. Pause for a breath of fresh air, colourful floral displays, band concerts and special events at belper river gardens and feel the power of the 18th century horseshoe weir. The light installation creates derbyshires longest ever artwork, a derwent valley mill world heritage site commission by charles monkhouse.
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