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Matlock is the County town of
Derbyshire, sitting on the edge of the Peak
District National Park. It wasn’t until the 19th
century that Matlock ever really began to develop
as a spa town; Matlock was previously a collection
of surrounding villages that converged upon the
church in the town whose main interest was
agriculture. Now the town is vibrant and is home
to the Council Offices for the surrounding areas.
John Smedley was the man responsible for the turn
around of Matlock history, Smedley built the
'Hydro' that served as a spa in 1853. There were
over 20 spas in use at its height and the town was
served by trams used to transport the residents up
the steep hills. Smedley also built Riber Castle,
which stands high up on Mam Tor and overlooks the
surrounding area.
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Peak District Mining Museum as seen from the
Heights of Abraham Cable Car - Photo:
Janine Forbes
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