Great British Car Journey and Drive Dad’s Car are very easy to find. Our site is just off the A6 between Belper and Matlock, and only 10 miles from Junction 28 of the M1.
We are also close to the Peak District National Park and all its attractions, and we are within the Derwent Valley World Heritage site.
Travelling by Car
From Junction 28 of the M1:
- Take the A38 towards Derby
- After approx. 6 miles turn onto the A610 towards Ambergate
- Turn right after approx. 4 miles onto the A6 (opposite The Hurt Arms)
- We are half a mile up the A6 on the LEFT
SAT NAV Postcode: DE56 2HE
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Public Transport Options
Nearest Train Station is Ambergate which is a 15 minute walk from us and on the Matlock to Derby / Nottingham line run by East Midlands Railways (EMR)
Bus Routes – Trans Peak Buses run from Matlock and Derby along the A6 and the Oak Hurst Bus Stop is just 100 metres from our entrance
East Midlands Airport is also only 27 miles away for those visiting from outside the UK
Dogs: Whilst we do love our four legged friends, dogs are not allowed inside the building. We have 25,000sqft of carpet and over 550 sets of wheels at just right height for cocking a leg up against!
Booking in
Once you arrive you will need to book in at the Drive Dads Car reception which is located at the far end of the building next to the car park exit signs
Entry to the museum, café and toilets is at the top end of the building at the entrance to the car park. We have plenty of car parking spaces available
You will be able to see all the cars booked to be driven in a dedicated parking area just outside the Drive Dads Car reception
