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Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Derwent Valley , Derbyshire
Opening Times:
Contact individual sites for more details.
Derby Museum and Art Gallery - 01332 641900
The Silk Mill - 01332 255308 - Now closed.
Strutts North Mill - 01773 880474
Cromford Mill - 01629 823256
Masson Mill - 01629 581001
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Description:
In 2001, the Derwent Valley Mills in Derbyshire became inscribed as a World Heritage Site. This international designation confirms the outstanding importance of the area as the birthplace of the factory system where in the 18th Century water power was successfully harnessed for textile production. Stretching 15 miles down the river valley from Matlock Bath to Derby, the World Heritage Site contains a fascinating series of historic mill complexes, including some of the world's first 'modern' factories.
Contact Details:
Derby Museum and Art Gallery - 01332 641900 The Silk Mill - Now closed. Strutts North Mill - 01773 880474 Cromford Mill - 01629 823256 Masson Mill - 01629 581001
Learning Programmes:
Contact individual sites for more details.
Derby Museum and Art Gallery - 01332 641900
The Silk Mill - 01332 255308
Strutts North Mill - 01773 880474
Cromford Mill - 01629 823256
Masson Mill - 01629 581001
Specialisms:
History, Art, Science, Citizenship.
