Mount Cook Adventure Centre
Mount Cook Adventure Centre, with modern en suite rooms & glamping pods, is an ideal base for groups & schools wanting an exciting break in the Peak District.Mount Cook Adventure Centre, Porter Lane, Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Matlock, DE4 4LS
Call The Office on 01629 823 702
Adventure Centre on the edge of the Peak District
The main building sleeps 140 in 34 ensuite bedrooms and houses a large glass-fronted, licensed refectory. There are a variety of meeting spaces available that can be equipped with projectors and screens for all your classroom or conferencing needs. Just outside 10 unique pods, with lighting, USB charging point, heating and ensuite WC each sleep 4 in bunks. Showers are a few steps away in the main building. All bedding is provided. BYO towels. B&B, half or full board. Self catering is available for sole use bookings.
Set in 9 acres of private grounds, there is a wonderful range of exciting outdoor activities on site, plus more off-site. These can be pre-booked for any group of 8 or more.
The Centre boasts direct access to the High Peak Trail & The Pennine Bridleway for walking and cycling, and Black Rocks for climbing. Cromford Mills World Heritage Site, the Heights of Abraham, Chatsworth House and Carsington Reservoir are all close by. While the quaint market town Wirksworth is with walking distance and offers a selection of lovely pubs and restaurants.
Popular with schools, clubs, corporate team building, weddings and gatherings of friends and families. There is ample free parking for up to 40 vehicles just a 2 minute walk away from the main building, as well as electric vehicle charging and accessible parking.
The main building sleeps 140 in 34 ensuite bedrooms and houses a large glass-fronted, licensed refectory. There are a variety of meeting spaces available that can be equipped with projectors and screens for all your classroom or conferencing needs. Just outside 10 unique pods, with lighting, USB charging point, heating and ensuite WC each sleep 4 in bunks. Showers are a few steps away in the main building. All bedding is provided. BYO towels. B&B, half or full board. Self catering is available for sole use bookings.
Set in 9 acres of private grounds, there is a wonderful range of exciting outdoor activities on site, plus more off-site. These can be pre-booked for any group of 8 or more.
The Centre boasts direct access to the High Peak Trail & The Pennine Bridleway for walking and cycling, and Black Rocks for climbing. Cromford Mills World Heritage Site, the Heights of Abraham, Chatsworth House and Carsington Reservoir are all close by. While the quaint market town Wirksworth is with walking distance and offers a selection of lovely pubs and restaurants.
Popular with schools, clubs, corporate team building, weddings and gatherings of friends and families. There is ample free parking for up to 40 vehicles just a 2 minute walk away from the main building, as well as electric vehicle charging and accessible parking.
This accommodation is featured on our map of the Peak District and here is its own website.
Details
Beds & Rooms:
180: 140 Beds: 34x4 + 2x2 (disabled access), 10 Pods: 10x4 + 40 CampingOpen:
All year. Office hours; weekdays 9-5.Price per night:
Contact Mount Cook.Booking:
Book via email or telephone.Directions:
From A6 at Cromford follow signs to Wirksworth up Cromford Hill, at the top turn right onto Porter Lane (signposted Middleton By Wirksworth and Ashborne) Mount Cook well signposted on the left and shares the main entrance with the Eco and Stone Centres. From Wirksworth follow the main road towards Cromford, after the railway bridge in Bolehill turn left and follow the above instructions.Public Transport :
Train at Cromford (buses from Cromford Village), buses from Derby, Matlock and Bakewell.Walks :
Long Distance Walks The Pennine Bridleway
Limestone Way
White Peak Loop
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available August Bank Holiday 2023 Available October Half Term 2024Facilities
r Accessibility Info
Mount Cook Adventure Centre is a non-for-profit activity centre based just outside of the Peak District. Their aim is to make outdoor adventure accessible to everyone. This is reflected in the measures they have put in place to accommodate a range of disabilities. ..Click for photos and more
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Summer Exclusive use in Derbyshire
January 30th 2024
Did you know Mount Cook is available for Exclusive Hire? Located on the edge of the Peak District, Mount Cook Adventure Centre is the perfect location for large bookings looking for a picturesque backdrop. We can accommodate up to 180 people, making it ideal for large events.
Summer is just around the corner! Are you hosting a big event, like a conference, a charity weekend getaway, or a faith group gathering? Our Exclusive package is perfect for you.
Our built-for-purpose centre has 35 en-suite bedrooms, sleeping 4 each and 10 cosy glamping pods, allowing up to 180 people to stay on-site. Our Main Hall can hold up to 120 people for a variety of activities: quizzes, talks or an evening disco! The Main Hall is complimented by the Small Hall. This hall can fit 35 people, perfect for meetings, workshops and, with the projector, a cosy movie night. We even have a Tipi! A quirky space for your group to gather in.
The commercial kitchen is available for self-catering or bring in your choice of catering company. We can also provide a hearty menu of home-cooked meals with accommodation for your dietary requirements.
“The passion of the Mt Cook staff to ensure everyone is accommodated and heard and that we can have total confidence in the physical environment, facilities and staff on duty.” Kidney Care UK
Consider adding outdoor activities, the perfect addition to any countryside retreat. Both kids and adults can enjoy the great outdoors with our range of activities and excellent instructors. From archery and Bushcraft to our Via Ferrata and zipline, there’s an activity for all abilities and interests.
Evening activities are also available. Our instructors can guide you along the local footpaths or give you a Bushcraft session around the fire. Want something self-led? We can set you up a campfire with extra wood in our woodland or Dell.
If you are interested in your event being hosted at Mount Cook this summer, get in touch! Our Sales and Booking Team will help you book the perfect weekend for your group.
Looking for August Bank Holiday accommodation for a large group?
July 13th 2023
Accommodation for large groups on the edge of the Iconic peak District – up to 180 people in en-suite bedrooms and cosy glamping pods. Either book the entire venue or just the rooms you need. Exciting activities and full board catering available to book.
Perfect for a family event, charity retreat, or company getaway.
Activities include zip wire, high ropes, archery, abseiling, rock climbing and much more!
Mount Cook is based on the south-east edge of the Peak District near loads of great tourist attractions like The Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath and Cromford Mills. Make the most of this summer by booking your large group in at Mount Cook Adventure Centre.
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