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From rugged moors to rolling dales and lush meadows to leafy forests, Derbyshire & The Peak District has it all. Nowhere else in the UK will you find a wide variety of stunning scenery, first-class places to stay and visit, a wealth of things to see and do and quality venues to eat and drink in such a compact area. Nestling right at the heart of the country, it’s effortlessly easy to reach - the ideal location to enjoy a short break or longer stay at any time of year. In this guide we aim to give you a flavour of the fantastic range and choice of places you can visit while you’re here. The sheer beauty of the area is encapsulated in the landscapes - from the wide open spaces and bracing moors of the Dark Peak in the north right down to the gentler countryside and woodlands of the National Forest in the south. In the north, visit one of the famous show caverns in Castleton, watch otters playing at the Chestnut Centre Conservation Park near Chapelen-le-Frith or take an exhilarating walk and enjoy sweeping moorland views at the National Trust’s Longshaw Estate. Discover Dovedale, one of the White Peak’s best-known and beautiful dales, where you can cross Izaak Walton’s beloved river on the famous stepping stones. Explore the groundbreaking industrial history, factory shops and museums at the Derwent Valley World Heritage site linking Matlock Bath and Derby. Enjoy a trip to Matlock and Matlock Bath - featuring the Peak District Mining Museum, Matlock Bath Aquarium and the Heights of Abraham, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Derwent Valley from the lofty heights of a cable car. Visit one of the many historic houses and castles - ranging from majestic Keddleston Hall and medieval Haddon Hall to Bolsover Castle, near Chesterfield and Peveril Castle at Castleton - which both boast panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. Relax in attractive market towns such as Ashbourne, Buxton, Bakewell, Chesterfield, Leek and Melbourne. Or explore one of many picturesque villages, such as the famous ‘Plague’ village of Eyam, Ashford in the Water with its ancient sheepwash bridge or Ticknall in the National Forest. As well as sight-seeing, you can browse for shopping bargains or sample quality local produce in their tea shops and restaurants. The city of Derby is flourishing as a top city break destination - with fantastic shopping and culture, a wide choice of accommodation and a feast of worldwide cuisine. More than 2,000 years of history complement its vibrant contemporary character. A £2 billion Derby Cityscape Masterplan is underway, which has already attracted £1 billion, and the city’s riverside is also enjoying a multi-million pound renaissance. Sample the very best of city and country in Derby’s 300plus open spaces, and the National Forest and the Peak District - both just a short drive away. Whatever your interests, you’ll find plenty to excite and inspire you.
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East Midlands Designer Outlet
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60% off every day. 100% fun for all the family.
With over 70 stores featuring top designer and high street names, plus savings of up to 60% off every day, the whole family can look fabulous for less. Plus, whenever you feel like taking some time out from all that retail therapy, you can relax in our food court whilst the kids keep occupied in the covered play area. Revitalised and recharged, you’ll be ready and able to get back to snapping up those must have bargains.
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Plus get a further 10% discount card. Just when you thought 60% off was enticing enough, we’re also giving you an extra 10% discount.* Simply quote “VSY2010” at the Customer Information Desk. For more information on this and details of all our free family events call us on 01773 545000. *10% discount card is only valid for 1 day at selected stores. See card for full terms and conditions.
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Shop ‘til you drop!
Whatever your taste and style this area has something to offer everyone so be sure to take home some of the fine local gifts or produce that will keep memories of your holiday alive.
RETAIL THERAPY, DERBYSHIRE & THE PEAK DISTRICT
Derby has excellent shopping facilities, much of the central area is now a pedestrianised zone making shopping easy.
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markets for the bargain hunter. Chesterfield Market is not to be missed, one of the largest in the country there are over 150 stalls.
Whether you are looking for a high street designer label, a piece of pottery or an antique you’re sure to find it in Derbyshire.
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ome of the industrial revolution, manufacturing is still alive today and there are many quality discount outlet factory stores offering the discerning shopper a bargain. You can still view pottery being made on a free factory tour at Denby Visitor Centre and afterwards browse around their excellent shop. For more bargains head down the road to East Midlands Designer Outlet where you can find designer names and high street brands with up to 60% off. Near Matlock is Peak Village set in a beautiful location, including your high street favourites as well as a mixture of independent shops and retailers. Masson Mills the converted red brick mill at Matlock Bath has four floors of fantastic bargains. Also at Matlock Bath are Spangle Maker who specialise in unusual jewellery and textiles making it the perfect place to pick up that one-of-a-kind memento or gift. At Wirksworth the factory shop is well worth a visit and Brierlow Bar Bookstore has a fantastic treasure trove of discounted quality books, stationary and more.
Derby has excellent shopping facilities, much of the central area is now a pedestrianised zone making shopping easy. The Westfield Centre houses many high street brands and the Cathedral Quarter is a popular area with an upmarket mix of quality, independent niche retailers, cafes, restaurants and bars.
Many artists and craft people have chosen to live in this beautiful county and there are some interesting galleries and shops, The Ridgeway Gallery in Bakewell has changing exhibitions throughout the year and a mix of quality pieces. The Created Gallery in Chesterfield is one of the best galleries in the region stocking an eclectic mix of artists and crafts people.
The picturesque market towns are well worth browsing around and our advice is to visit on market days so you can relax and soak up the atmosphere. As well as general market goods, there are farmers markets and a number of flea
Bakewell Old House Museum www.oldhousemuseum.org.uk
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Five hundred years of history • Explore 10 beamed rooms with wattle and daub partitions and a great open fireplace • Discover a rare Tudor toilet and a Victorian privy • Experience life in a Victorian mill workers dwelling • See displays of lace, textiles and elegant costumes in tableau settings • View historical toys as featured on BBC 2 Restoration Roadshow • Play with our dolls house • Have fun with our Tudor dressing up box Admission Charges es Adults School Children Children under 5
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Opening Times 11.00am - 4.00pm Daily (Last visitor entrance 3.30pm) 1st April (Good Friday if earlier) – 5th November Bakewell Old House Museum Cunningham Place, Off North Church Street Bakewell. DE45 1DD
Tel: 01629 813642 Email: bakewellmuseum@googlemail.com Website: www.oldhousemuseum.org.uk
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Everyone has heard of the Bakewell tart and you can taste the real thing in Bakewell
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Food, Glorious Food
If you fancy something nonalcoholic, Buxton, Ashbourne and Britannia are world famous for their mineral water and Buxton is the chosen tipple for Wimbledon goers.
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ne of the pleasures of being on holiday is sampling the local food and drink and Derbyshire lies at the heart of excellent food production. Home to some of the finest restaurants and tea shops in the country there is sure to be something to suit everyone’s taste. Everyone has heard of the Bakewell tart and you can taste the real thing in Bakewell where there are many specialist shops but did you know that Ashbourne is the home of gingerbread traditionally made into the shape of a man. It is also host to the annual Shrovetide Football match where the majority of able bodied men, women and children take to
the streets to play what is probably the largest football game in the world! Hartington is famous for cheese making and the home of the famous Stilton Cheese. This blue veined cheese, the king of English cheeses is only allowed be made in a very small area. Sadly the local factory has now closed but the local cheese shop still stocks a variety of Derbyshire cheeses and is well worth a visit.
Ashbourne Bakewell Buxton Cheadle Chesterfield Chesterfield flea market Derby Market Hall Derby Eagle Centre Glossop Leek Matlock Ripley Wirksworth
One of many ways to sample Derbyshire & The Peak District is to visit a local market. Listed below are the market days in the region.
The Leek Brewery & Staffordshire Cheese Company produce local cheeses including Staffordshire Gold and you can watch the process of beer being made in their brewery. For the beer connoisseur other excellent local beers include Whim Ales in Hartington,
General Markets Alfreton
We could go on for pages about the food and drink available in Derbyshire and The Peak District but we think it best that you get out there and discover it for yourself.
INDULGE YOUR PASSIONS
Thornbridge Hall Country House Brewing Company at Ashford in the Water and Leatherbritches Brewery in Fenny Bentley.
Farmers Markets Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday Thursday and Saturday Monday Tuesday and Saturday Tuesday, Friday and Saturday Monday, Friday and Saturday Thursday every day (except Sunday) every day (except Wednesday and Sunday) Thursday, Friday and Saturday Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Tuesday and Friday Friday and Saturday Tuesday
Alfreton
3rd Saturday of every month
Bakewell
4th Saturday of every month (except July)
Belper
2nd Saturday of every month
Buxton
1st Thursday of every month (except January & August)
Castleton
1st Sunday of every month
Chesterfield
2nd Thursday of every month
Derby
3rd Thursday of every month
Heanor
3rd Saturday of every month
Leek
3rd Saturday of every month
Matlock
3rd Saturday of every month
Penistone
2nd Saturday of every month
Ripley
1st Saturday of every month
Rowsley
3rd Saturday of every month
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The Heights of Abraham www.heightsofabraham.com
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Eyam Museum www.eyam.org.uk
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Crich Tramway Village www.tramway.co.uk
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the stories of the families it affect how the village recovered afterwa Open Tuesday - Sunday & Bank Hols. 10.00 - 4.30 (last admissio 23rd March - 7th Novembe
TEL. 01433 631371 WWW.EYAM.ORG.UK
The Ridgeway Gallery www.theridgewaygallery.co.uk
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Poole’s Cavern & Buxton Country Park www.poolescavern.co.uk
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Gulliver’s Matlock Bath www.gulliversfun.co.uk
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National Trust www.natiinaltrust.org.uk
A day out with us is
Time well spent Enjoy a perfect day out with the National Trust
Calke Abbey Ticknall, DE73 7LE
Kedleston Hall Derby, DE22 5JH
Discover the fascinating house where time has stood still. Explore the beautiful walled gardens and the extensive park, which is now a National Nature Reserve. There’s plenty for families to do, with events throughout the year, children’s Tracker Packs and a fantastic play area!
Take a trip back in time to the 1760s, when wealth and power enabled the creation of this outstanding neo-classical mansion and beautiful landscaped park. Don’t miss the renovated State Apartments and see if you can spot some of the rooms used in the Oscar winning film ‘The Duchess’, filmed on location at Kedleston Hall.
Open: 27 Feb - 31st Oct, 12.30 - 5pm, closed Thur/Fri. Shop, restaurant and parkland open all year, 7 days. Tel: 01332 863822
Open: Hall, restaurant and shop open 20 Feb - 3 Nov, 12pm - 5pm, closed Thu/Fri. Park and Pleasure Grounds open daily. Tel: 01332 842191
Sudbury Hall & the Museum of Childhood Sudbury Village, DE6 5HT Experience one of Derbyshire’s historic gems, a 17th century family home with richly decorated interiors, and explore the transformed Museum of Childhood, capturing the history of childhood. Younger visitors will love the new woodland play area! Open: 13 Feb - 31 Oct, Weds - Sun, 1-5pm (11am for Museum). Museum, tea-room and shop open 7 days, 29 Mar - 31 Oct, 11am - 5pm. Tel: 01283 585305
Hardwick Hall & Park Chesterfield, S44 5QJ Enjoy a visit to Hardwick Hall, one of the finest and most complete Elizabethan stately homes in England. There’s lots to explore, including the parkland and gardens, the Stone Centre and nearby Stainsby Mill. Don’t miss the internationally important collection of 16th century tapestries and textiles. Open: 17 Feb - 31st Oct, Wed - Sun, 11am 4.30pm (tours at 11am). Tel: 01246 850430
The Peak District The National Trust owns and protects large areas of beautiful countryside in the Peak District. Both Longshaw Estate, near Hathersage, and Ilam Park, lying close to Dovedale, have Visitor Centres, shops and tearooms and there is the new Penny Pot café in Edale. There’s also lots of events to take part in throughout the year. Visit our new website www.peakdistrict. nationaltrust.org.uk for more details. Longshaw Estate: 01433 637904 Ilam Park: 01335 350503
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/eastmids The National Trust is an independent registered charity, number 205846
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Derbyshire Wildlife Trust www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust Charity Number 222212
Glorious wildflower meadows
Upland woodland bursting with birdsong
Wildlife-rich wetlands
From upland woodland bursting with birdsong to glorious wildflower meadows and wildlife-rich wetlands, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust looks after over 40 nature reserves across the entire county, preserving threatened habitats and species and bringing people closer to nature. Most of the Trust’s reserves are open to all visitors, with just a few requiring a permit for non-members. To find out about these and to enquire about how you can support our work for wildlife by becoming a member, contact us on
01773 881188 www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk English Heritage
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www.english-heritage.org.uk
Bolsover Castle Peveril Castle
King of the Castles!
Bolsover Castle
Peveril Castle
Get caught under Bolsover’s spell as you immerse yourself in the golden age of chivalry recreated at this unrivalled Derbyshire castle. Marvel at the magnificent 17th century interiors of the main castle, explore the magical Little Castle and enchanting Venus Garden and enjoy wonderful panoramic views over the Vale of Scarsdale.
Perched high above the pretty village of Castleton, Peveril Castle offers breathtaking views of the Peak District. One of England’s earliest Norman fortresses, Peveril was founded soon after 1066 by one of William the Conqueror’s most trusted knights and played a key role in guarding the Peak Forest.
• Don’t miss the indoor Riding School • Enjoy audio-visual displays in the Discovery Centre • Visit the stylish café and shop • Minutes from the M1 at junction 29A.
• Perfect for picnics while taking in the stunning views • Don’t forget to visit our Visitor Centre and shop.
T: 01246 822844 www.english-heritage.org.uk/bolsovercastle
T: 01433 620613 www.english-heritage.org.uk/peverilcastle
Bolsover Castle, Castle Street, Bolsover, Chesterfield S44 6PR
Market Place, Castleton, Hope Valley S33 8WQ
For further details of admission prices and year-round events call 0870 333 1183 or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk
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National Park Centres & Tourist Information Centres
Ashbourne 13 Market Place, DE6 1EU 01335 343666 Bakewell Visitor Centre Old Market Hall, Bridge Street, DE45 1DS 01629 816558 Buxton Pavilion Gardens, St John’s Road, SK17 6XN 01298 25106 Castleton Visitor Centre Buxton Road, S33 8WN 01629 816558 Chesterfield Rykneld Square, S40 1SB 01246 345777 Derby Assembly Rooms, Market Place, DE1 3AH 01332 255802 The Moorland Centre, Edale Edale, S33 7ZA 01433 670207 Leek 1 Market Place, ST13 5HH 01538 483741 Matlock Crown Square, DE4 3AT 01629 583388 Manifold Valley Visitor Centre Hulme End, Nr Hartington, Buxton, SK17 0EZ 01298 84679 Swadlincote Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, DE11 9DG 01283 222848 Upper Derwent Valley Fairholmes, Bamford, S33 0AQ 01433 650953
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