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Featured Hostels in Wirksworth

YHA Eyam - Hostel
YHA Eyam - Hostel
3 out of 5
Hawkhill Road, Eyam, Hope Valley, England
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Situated in Hope Valley, this hostel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Eyam Hall and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve. Chatsworth House and ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (8 reviews)

"Very helpful and friendly, nice quiet but central location"…"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2019

YHA Eyam - Hostel
YHA Hartington Hall - Hostel
YHA Hartington Hall - Hostel
4 out of 5
Hall Bank, Hartington, Buxton, England
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Situated in Buxton, this hostel is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Dovedale National Nature Reserve and within 12 mi (20 km) of Ilam Park and Dovedale Ravine. Tissington ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (40 reviews)

"Room was very warm! Cosy. Service was great x thank you"…"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2019

YHA Hartington Hall - Hostel
PADWICK FARM
PADWICK FARM
1 out of 5
PADWICK FARM, LOWE HILL, Leek, England
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Situated in Leek, this hostel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Foxlowe Arts Centre and within 9 mi (15 km) of Rudyard Lake and Biddulph Grange Garden. Alton Towers and ...…

4/5Very Good! (4 reviews)
Dreadful experience

"This was most dreadful experience. No mains electricity. No wifi as advised. No heating. Only way to heat food or water is by fire or small color gas stove. Not easy in wet and wind to light. I had to terminate my stay due to uncomfort. This is a seasonal property and is more suited to summer. Certainly ..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020

PADWICK FARM
YHA Ilam Hall - Hostel
YHA Ilam Hall - Hostel
4 out of 5
Ilam Hall, Ilam, Ashbourne, England
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Situated in Ashbourne, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Ilam Park and Dovedale National Nature Reserve. Dovedale Ravine is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.…

4.3/5Excellent! (13 reviews)

"Love it everything,hotel,very nice team,service,very helpful,amazing outdoor garden,❤️"…"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2019

YHA Ilam Hall - Hostel
YHA Ravenstor - Hostel
YHA Ravenstor - Hostel
3 out of 5
Millers Dale, Buxton, England
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Situated in Buxton, this hostel is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Deep Dale Nature Reserve and Eyam ...…

4.2/5Very Good! (6 reviews)
Good value sand amazing views

"Was good value if we ignore the leak which I trust was linked to a dodgy plumbing job conducted the day before."…"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2019

YHA Ravenstor - Hostel
Alton Castle Centre - Hostel
Alton Castle Centre - Hostel
2.5 out of 5
New Road, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, England
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Situated in Stoke-on-Trent, this hostel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Alton Towers. Uttoxeter Racecourse ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (6 reviews)

"Very much enjoyed the common area, it was a good place to relax with comfy sofas and board games."…"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2019

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YHA Hathersage - Hostel
YHA Hathersage - Hostel
2 out of 5
Castleton Road, Hope Valley, England
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Situated in Hope Valley, this hostel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Peveril Castle, Chatsworth House, and Peak Cavern. Speedwell Cavern and Whirlowbrook Hall are ...…

4/5Very Good! (9 reviews)

"This feedback is for expedia only. I booked for 2 through expedia site but only reserved 1 single bunk bed. The hostel staff told us the problem is with booking site and they cannot provide additional bed. Upon request to hotel staff we were moved to another YHA hostel Castleton far from the booked ..."…"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2019

YHA Hathersage - Hostel
Roaches Bunkhouse
Roaches Bunkhouse
2 out of 5
Upperhulme Mill, Upperhulme, Leek, England
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Situated in Leek, this hostel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Rudyard Lake and 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Buxton Opera House. Dovedale National Nature Reserve and Gawsworth ...…

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The Red Lion Hotel
The Red Lion Hotel
3 out of 5
Market Place, Wirksworth, Matlock, England
$83
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
3.7/5Good! (119 reviews)

"Large old style hotel and pub. Good value for money and a lovely location."…"

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2020

The Red Lion Hotel
The Old Lockup
The Old Lockup
3 out of 5
46 North End, Wirksworth, Matlock, England
$98
per night
Apr 5 - Apr 6
4.4/5Wonderful! (49 reviews)

"Really enjoyed stay superb place and service. Will definitely be going back"…"

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2019

The Old Lockup
Gable End - Wirksworth, Derbyshire Dales. Sleeps 3. Town Centre Location
Gable End - Wirksworth, Derbyshire Dales. Sleeps 3. Town Centre Location
Wirksworth, England
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Excellent cottage in a wonderful old market town in the Peak District

"We really enjoyed our stay in this impeccable and cosy cottage . The owners have thought of everything in terms of equipping the cottage for a comfortable stay . The information provided is comprehensive and the proximity to the delightful town Wirksworth means that you can pop in and out to cafes ..."…"

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2020

Gable End - Wirksworth, Derbyshire Dales. Sleeps 3. Town Centre Location
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Hostels and More in Wirksworth

If you're having issues finding a hostel in Wirksworth, there are 195 lodging choices in a 10-mile radius, and we can help you pick the best one for you. With the budget-friendly options here, you'll be able to reduce your spending on overnight costs and save more for exploring during your vacation.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Wirksworth?

The weather can be important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful:

  • The hottest months are typically July and August, while February and January are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 51° F and nighttime temperatures average 34° F
  • April-June: 68° F is the daytime average and 38° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 70° F and nighttime averages are around 47° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 59° F during the day and 36° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 0.79 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Wirksworth?

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these places:

Natural Features
  • Heights of Abraham
  • Carsington Water
  • Lea Gardens
Cultural Attractions
  • Crich Tramway Village
  • Derby Museum and Art Gallery
  • Derby Theatre
Landmarks
  • Wingfield Manor
  • Haddon Hall Manor
  • Eyam Hall

Generally, Wirksworth is known for its:

  • Biking
  • Sailing
  • Cultural attractions
  • Northern lights
  • Windsurfing
  • Canoeing
  • Archaeological sites

How to Get to Wirksworth and Around the Area

You can find the nearest airport in East Midlands (EMA), located 20.4 mi (32.8 km) away from the city center. Another option is Nottingham (NQT), located 23.4 mi (37.7 km) away.

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