How to Find Us

By Car & Coach

Crich is conveniently situated close to many of the main routes running through the Midlands. This makes it readily accessible from Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Stoke-on-Trent, Birmingham and beyond. Just 8 miles from junction 28 of the M1, Crich can also be easily accessed using the A38, the A6, the A61 and the A52. SATNAV – DE4 5DP

OUR EV CHARGING STATIONS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF ORDER. For any queries or alternative stations please call: 0113 335 1765 or email: support@myalfapower.com.

There are currently some road closures around the area. Before travelling, please check details of road closure up-dates visit: Please check the Cause one.network website or call: 01629 538664.

There is a road closure on Cromford Road – Alternative route: Leashaw, Holloway, Yew Tree Hill, Mill Lane, Lea Road, Mill Road, Derby Road, Cromford Bridleway 34, Alderwasley Park, Main Road, Crich Road, Sandy Land, Browns Hill, Cromford Road, Town End, Wakebridge. Check the latest news on this road closure.

By Public Transport

The nearest railway station is Whatstandwell, from which it is a steep uphill walk of about 1 mile. Alternatively, there are railway stations, at Belper, Matlock and Alfreton through which East Midlands Railway operate regular trains to and from Derby. These stations are reachable by a local bus service. Please note that there is no ramp at the platform nor accessible toilets at Alfreton station.

The Museum has a bus stop directly outside the entrance. Buses run from Matlock (140), Ripley (141), Alfreton (140 / 143a) and Belper (142). Unfortunately the Sunday and Bank Holiday 140 / 141 Bus Service to Crich no longer operates. Click here for bus details.

Bus timetables from 27th October 2024:

SYC 140 Matlock-Alfreton

SYC 141 Matlock-Ripley

SYC 142and142a Heage-Alfreton

SYC 143and143A Matlock-EastMidsDesignerOutlet

Local Accommodation

If you are looking to stay in the area we have a list of local accommodation and caravan / camping parks below which you can download. Please note we cannot independently recommend anywhere.

Accommodation List 2024

Local Caravan Sites 2023

Derbyshire Days Out Discounts

We have joined forces with other local attractions to give you a great Derbyshire Day Out with discounts!

Present your 2025 Crich Tramway Village ticket at the following attractions to obtain the prices or offers described below: 

Bakewell Old House Museum £1.00 off adult tickets
Buxton Crescent Experience 10% off tours
Creswell Crags 10% off cave tours
Cromford Mills 10% off guided and audio tours (Entry into the Mill is free, 10% off is to the Arkwright Experience, Tours, and the Visitor Centre).
Great British Car Journey £2.00 off all admission tickets
Masson Mills Complimentary hot drink
Midland Railway (Butterley) 20% off excluding the Fireworks Events and Santa Specials.
National Stone Centre 2 for 1 on hot drinks in the cafe
Peak District Mining Museum £1.00 off adult tickets or £3.00 off family tickets (2 adults and 3 children)
Peak Rail 10% off Standard Adult or Senior Tickets (This offer is only valid on Standard Steam/Diesel Operating Days and not valid on Special Events or Experiences).
Poole’s Cavern 10% discount on walk up tickets during non peak times (excluding Easter, and Summer half terms, summer holidays and Autumn half terms).

Visitors with 2025 entrance tickets from the attractions above receive the following admission prices at Crich Tramway Village. (One discount per transaction may be used against reciprocal tickets. Offers cannot be combined.)

Adults & Seniors £21.00
Child (aged 4 -15) £12.00
Family (2 adults and 3 children) £49.50

These discounted tickets do not offer 12 months free return and must be purchased on arrival.

SPRING SEASON
Saturday 15th March – Thursday 24th July
OPENING TIMES:
Weekends & Bank Holidays: 10am – 5.30pm (last admissions 4pm).
Week days: 10am – 4.30pm (last admissions 3pm).
CLOSED Thursdays up to the END OF MAY EXCEPT Thursday 29th May.
CLOSED Fridays EXCEPT Friday 30th May.

SUMMER SEASON
Friday 25th July – Sunday 31st August
OPENING TIMES:
Weekends & Bank Holidays: 10am – 5.30pm (last admissions 4pm).
Week days: 10am – 4.30pm (last admissions 3pm).

AUTUMN SEASON
Monday 1st September – Sunday 2nd November
CLOSED Fridays EXCEPT Friday 31st October.
OPENING TIMES:
Weekends & Bank Holidays: 10am – 5.30pm (last admissions 4pm)
Week days: 10am – 4.30pm (last admissions 3pm).

ADDITIONAL WEEKEND OPENING for Premium Event
Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th November
OPENING TIMES:
Saturday 2.00pm – 8.00pm (last admissions 6.30pm)
Sunday 2.00pm – 7.00pm (last admissions 5.30pm)

 

Crich Tramway Village is a brand name for the National Tramway Museum (Accredited with Arts Council England), solely owned and operated by The Tramway Museum Society, incorporated in England with liability by guarantee (no. 744229). Registered charity number 313615. Our ICO number is Z6700136.