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The Old Lockup

Property class: 3
Historic charm and practical convenience await at this distinctive Derbyshire property, with an area shuttle to nearby attractions.

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The Old Lockup in Derbyshire offers a charming retreat with practical amenities. Guests appreciate the airport shuttle for hassle-free arrivals, WiFi in public areas, convenient luggage storage, and free self-parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (The Magistrate's Room)

A bedroom with a stone wall, a wooden bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Double Room, Ensuite (The Magistrate's Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (The Solicitor's Room)

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a small table.

Double Room, Ensuite (The Solicitor's Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the area

Matlock is home to The Old Lockup. Matlock Bath Cable Car Station and Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit East Midlands Designer Outlet and Chesterfield Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Derbyshire County Cricket Club, or consider a night out at Blackbrook House. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Matlock travel guide
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46 North End, Matlock, England, DE4 4FG

What's nearby

  • A wooden water feature with a waterfall over rocks and a pond, surrounded by greenery.
    Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
    13 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Labyrinth
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wirksworth Leisure Centre
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The National Stone Centre
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Steeple Grange Light Railway
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station
    10 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • FIG Coffee House
    6 min drive
  • The Fishpond
    5 min drive
  • The Boat Inn
    4 min drive
  • The Dining Room
    6 min walk
  • The Remarkable Hare

About this property

The Old Lockup

  • Property highlights
  • The Old Lockup provides an airport shuttle and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and smoke-free premises
    • Luggage storage

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Lockup pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Old Lockup?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Lockup?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Lockup located?

Situated in Matlock, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Labyrinth, Wirksworth Leisure Centre, and The National Stone Centre. Steeple Grange Light Railway and Carsington Water are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Old Lockup Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host and nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice clean spacious room and en suite. Freshly cooked breakfast was delicious. Tim is an amazing host and you will be made very welcome. No lift so anyone with mobility issues may struggle on the right spiral staircase. We loved our few days here.
Outside
Great collection of old police memorabilia
Choose your own breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay here. Our room was spotlessly clean and tea and coffee were amply provided. Bed was amazingly comfortable and it was lovely to snuggle into. Our host was welcoming and knowledgeable about the area and cooked a fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in the Magistrates room. Comfortable bed, clean fresh linen. Breakfast was great with award winning bread.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quaint hotel. It was comfortable and quiet so easy to sleep. Lots of choices for dinner. Breakfast was freshly good and lovely. Wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda f

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quirky old property. The owner is a lovely guy and his breakfasts are delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the magistrate’s room was great, the room was beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was a treat and the location is good. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely, quirky place to stay.

What a great, quirky find. So comfortable, I slept so well. I’m just sorry it was a working trip and therefore not able to appreciate my stay more. Tim is a terrific host too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Morris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very convenient to the centre of Wirksworth. It was comfortable and the breakfast was good. Bathroon needed updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very pleasant stay at Tim’s quirky Old Lock Up Tim was very helpful with advice about local amenities and his breakfasts were excellent. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, friendly hospitality, great, delicious food, and a livable, comfortable room. The historic items on display remind you of the building's former history.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026