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The Old Lockup

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Matlock

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Double Room, Ensuite (The Magistrate's Room)
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
In the heart of Derbyshire, The Old Lockup offers a charming retreat with an airport shuttle to ensure a seamless arrival. Connect to WiFi in public areas and enjoy convenient amenities like luggage storage and free self parking.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Luggage storage

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite (The Solicitor's Room)

Double Room, Ensuite (The Solicitor's Room)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (The Magistrate's Room)

Double Room, Ensuite (The Magistrate's Room)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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46 North End, Matlock, England, DE4 4FG

What's nearby

  • Carsington Water - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Cromford Mill - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Crich Tramway Village - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 54 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 66 min drive
  • Cromford Station - 9 min drive
  • Matlock Bath Station - 10 min drive
  • Whatstandwell Station - 11 min drive
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fishpond - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nelson Arms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Habib’s Cromford Fish Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wheatcroft's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lovers' Walk - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Old Lockup

The Old Lockup puts you within a 15-minute drive of Peak District National Park. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby kayaking and mountain biking.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Old Lockup Inn Matlock
Old Lockup Matlock
The Old Lockup Matlock
The Old Lockup Guesthouse
The Old Lockup Guesthouse Matlock

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Old Lockup?

Yes, dogs are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Old Lockup?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Lockup?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Old Lockup?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Mecca Bingo (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Old Lockup and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching.

What's the area around The Old Lockup like?

The Old Lockup is located a short 17-minute walk from Steeple Grange Light Railway.

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The Old Lockup Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, beautifully cooked, and a treat. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good stay

Had a couple days stay whilst visiting steam train and car museum . Great comms , well checked in , parking , room good with nice clean comfy bed . En suite bit small and TV is ok , could do with changing 👍 breakfast good , coffee really good .
Neil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely host and nice breakfast
Bradleigh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Lock-up I've been in!

A wonderfully original place to stay. Lovely rooms, and excellent breakfast. A warm welcome awaits you here - I'll definitely be back!
The Magistrates room.
Steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location & service.
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A comfortable and interesting place to stay.

The Old Lock Up was clean,warm, and welcoming. I stayed for 3 nights in the Solicitor's room, which I found pleasant and characterful, with a comfortable bed and a good sized ensuite. It was very quiet with really thick walls. The breakfast was great and beautifully cooked. The property is well situated a short walk from the centre of Wirksworth. I managed it easily even with a sprained ankle. I had a very pleasant stay.
Anne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great place to stay, nice sized room and great breakfast. Friendly host who could give local tips. The police ephemera throughout was a lovely touch.
Linda f, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An Oasis

The Old Lockup is a lovely place to spend some time. It is calm and relaxing. Tim, the host, is very helpful and cooks a wonderful fresh breakfast to order every morning. There is lots in the area to see and do.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dog friendly weekend break

Great room, v clean and tidy and Tim was really friendly. He was also great with our nervous dog! Breakfast was lovely and the location perfect for us. Would definitely stay again.
Claire, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love how the history of building is still around and left on display and whole town is peaceful and historic. Have plenty of walks near by and good range of shops and restaurants in walking distance
Johnathan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was comfortable and quiet. Tim was a good host, very helpful and friendly and cooked us lovely breakfasts. Wirksworth is a delightful town with lots of history and beautiful surrounding scenery.
Morris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Old Lock up was conveniently located in the town.Tim was a welcoming host. the rooms were comfy and clean and the breakfast perfect. We will visit again and would recommend to others
Charles, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was very convenient to the centre of Wirksworth. It was comfortable and the breakfast was good. Bathroon needed updating.
Pat, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Weddings in Wirksworth

Quirky and interesting with a great host and excellent breakfast. Bed was too soft for my liking
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at character guesthouse

Really interesting place. Lovely and warm on a cold couple of days. Good location with pubs and shop within easy walking distance. Good breakfast. Good value for money. Would recommend.
Les, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place the Lockup

Our stay at the lockup was great Tim was a great host and the breakfast was A1 the room was very comfortable and warm and cosy. If we are in the vicinity again I would certainly stay again. First class had a great time even the weather didn't spoil it.
Carol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent all round
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quirky, wonderful B&B

Had a lovely 2 nights, mid-week at the Old Lockup. Very characterful and full of memorabilia from when it was a police station. Stayed in The Magistrates room on the first floor, very warmly decorated and furnished with a small en-suite. With Tea,Coffee and even a small fridge with complimentary bottle of milk and water. Breakfast provided, from a full English to pancakes. Owner really nice, and accommodating - nothing would've been too much trouble. Free small carpark onsite, with a large free parking area across the road Given your own keys to come and go even you wish, the local are Wirksworth was lovely. Had a tapas and quiz night in the Hope n Anchor which was very relaxed and a good laugh. St Marys church is beautifully adornedvl with saxon carvings and definitely shouldn't be missed. Overall could not fault it, and looking forward to visiting again xx
Sara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend break to Wirksworth, Derbyshire.

Lovely, very clean accommodation throughout, with an old traditional feel about it. Choice and quality of breakfast excellent and cooked & served at a time of your choosing. Tim was a friendly and hospitable host. Also a great location for the town, heritage railway and surrounding area.
Mr Glyn Denson, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10 would recommend. I’d like to stay there again someday. Everything you need is provided. The owner is responsible and good people. Very satisfied.
Jamie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had three nights D, B&B here and were pleased we did. The Old Lock Up is very comfortable and clean and the owner is a good cook and also very friendly. As a result we had excellent evening meals. There is time limited street parking outside although unrestricted parking is allowed between 16.20 and 09.40. Wirksworth is an ideal centre for seeing the southern parts of the Peak District National Park and for visiting the nearby World Heritage Site at Cromford.
Eileen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had the Magistrates room which was lovely,we had visited a few weeks earlier to have a chat with Tim the owner and have look around the town because we had a trip booked on the heritage railway closeby for my birthday.We had arranged with Tim for him to cook us a meal.The room had 2 slight faults one being the tv had very limited channels and the toilet seat wouldn't stay up but overall we had a great stay.
Roy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great host, attentive and helpful. Gave us good recommendations on where to start our walk on the High Peak Trail and where to dine without taking the car. Good room, well appointed with everything one needs plus some little touches like fresh milk and water in the fridge. I travel a lot and there are plenty 4 star properties that don't even give you a bag of tea. Recommended.
Elisa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed in the Magistrate's Room, which was a good size, with a comfy bed. Lovely and warm too. Tea, coffee and milk provided. En suite was not up to my expectations. Louvre door to toilet, so no privacy. Electric shower didnt have much gusto. Toilet seat didn't stay up. Very small room. Needs a redecorate too. Decent breakfast, but not exciting. Host very accommodating and provided a takeaway breakfast roll for one of our mornings.
Julie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

JANETTE, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

William, 5-night trip