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StarDisc – a unique and must see attraction situated in the picturesque Peak District
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Location: Stoney Wood, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, UK, Planet Earth
Latitude: 53.0859 N Longitude: 1.5781 W Grid Reference: SK 28356 54381 Designated Parking for Stoney Wood: DE4 4FR Pedestrian and Disabled Access: DE4 4EN
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A beautiful and amazingly imaginative celestial amphitheatre. |
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We’ve recently collaborated with myhotelbreak on why their guests should visit us here at StarDisc. Find out what they discovered in this guest blog edition:
When looking for the perfect hotel break having unique and fun attractions near to where you’re staying can really add to the experience. For guests looking for hotels in the Peak District we recommend taking a visit to StarDisc that’s situated in Matlock. Let’s find out more… Providing unrivaled views over the Ecclesbourne Valley, StarDisc offers visitors a unique experience. The attraction is a 21st century stone circle and amphitheater that was created by Aidan Shingler. Carved into the black granite is a star chart that reflects the northern hemispheres night sky. |
Spanning 12 metres, the stone circle has the constellations and their names inscribed into its surface and a really eye catching depiction of the Milky Way. The attraction was introduced back in 2011 and was attended by several notable celebrities. The venue attracts thousands of visitors each year from all over the world. Guests stand in awe of this fantastic man made attraction. There are also loads of events which take place throughout the year. Click here to find out some events from the past at StarDisc.
The ethos of StarDisc is to keep the pursuit and interest of the sky and the stars intact for future generations. Attractions like this one not only build initial interest but it teaches us all about where we live. Click here to learn more on linking communities to the stars. Concluding This is a free family friendly attraction near to the Peak District National Park. For those looking to learn and discover more about the stars then StarDisc should be added to your itinerary. |
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StarDisc is a beautiful space that brings the universe down to us and creates a great place for games, events and a picnic. |
Stoney Wood is Wirksworth’s millennium community woodland, planted on the site of the recovered Stoneycroft Quarry which was donated by Tarmac Ltd to Wirksworth’s Town Council.
Wirksworth is a small lively market town with a thriving community in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park.. The town offers a selection of independent shops and pubs and places to eat and stay are in no short supply.
Wirksworth Town Council are proud owners of StarDisc and Stoney Wood. The management and development of the woodland is entrusted to The Stoney Wood Group, which is comprised of community volunteers. The Town Council works in partnership with several organisations and groups to keep Wirksworth a vibrant town and to provide and improve facilities.
Stoney Wood is Wirksworth’s millennium community woodland, planted on the site of the recovered Stoney Croft Quarry which was donated by Tarmac Ltd to Wirksworth’s Town Council. Local children and volunteers planted hundreds of trees and named the new environment Stoney Wood.
Stoney Wood community woodland project was inspired during a visit by local people in 1994 to a similar woodland - The Foret Giono near Wirksworth’s French twin town of ‘Die’, which was in turn inspired by the writer Jean Giono’s book - “The Man who Planted Trees”, a story about a solitary shepherd who planted mountainsides with thousands of trees and transformed his local environment.
Wirksworth is a small lively market town with a thriving community in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park.. The town offers a selection of independent shops and pubs and places to eat and stay are in no short supply.
Wirksworth Town Council are proud owners of StarDisc and Stoney Wood. The management and development of the woodland is entrusted to The Stoney Wood Group, which is comprised of community volunteers. The Town Council works in partnership with several organisations and groups to keep Wirksworth a vibrant town and to provide and improve facilities.
Stoney Wood is Wirksworth’s millennium community woodland, planted on the site of the recovered Stoney Croft Quarry which was donated by Tarmac Ltd to Wirksworth’s Town Council. Local children and volunteers planted hundreds of trees and named the new environment Stoney Wood.
Stoney Wood community woodland project was inspired during a visit by local people in 1994 to a similar woodland - The Foret Giono near Wirksworth’s French twin town of ‘Die’, which was in turn inspired by the writer Jean Giono’s book - “The Man who Planted Trees”, a story about a solitary shepherd who planted mountainsides with thousands of trees and transformed his local environment.
Lovely place to go for a walk, reflect and spend time with family and friends. The views from the top are stunning. A must do visit in the Peak District. |
The Stoney Wood Group stages events, activities and performances at StarDisc supported by Wirksworth Town Council and The StarDisc Trust.
■ Play, make, learn, explore and be inspired at StarDisc with the free family activity downloads found HERE
■ Take a walk around and enjoy views over the rooftops of Wirksworth and the Ecclesbourne Valley.
■ See artwork by local artists, among native trees and wild flowers.
■ Picnic with family and friends.
■ Visit the Community Orchard.
■ Observe the night sky from StarDisc
■ Enjoy inspiring events, performances and activities
■ Play, make, learn, explore and be inspired at StarDisc with the free family activity downloads found HERE
■ Take a walk around and enjoy views over the rooftops of Wirksworth and the Ecclesbourne Valley.
■ See artwork by local artists, among native trees and wild flowers.
■ Picnic with family and friends.
■ Visit the Community Orchard.
■ Observe the night sky from StarDisc
■ Enjoy inspiring events, performances and activities
StarDisc is totally awe inspiring, I was very impressed by its beauty and symmetry. I found it so peaceful and intend to visit regularly for its calming effect. |
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