The Cosy Stable
A renovated old stable in a tranquil rural area of the countryside with open plan living space, a bedroom with ensuite, garden patio, and private parking, situated near walking routes and local pubs.
Gulliver's Kingdom is a family-friendly theme park in Derbyshire aimed at children aged 3-13, featuring a mix of outdoor rides, water attractions, and indoor animatronic entertainment.
A renovated old stable in a tranquil rural area of the countryside with open plan living space, a bedroom with ensuite, garden patio, and private parking, situated near walking routes and local pubs.
Peak Wildlife Park is a large 75-acre zoo in Staffordshire, England, featuring a diverse range of birds, mammals, and reptiles, including polar bears. It focuses on conservation and education and offers a family-friendly outdoor experience with amenities like a café and gift shop.
This contemporary stone cottage located near Carsington Water offers scenic views of the Derbyshire Valley and the Peak District National Park, featuring two bedrooms, wet room, a woodburner, and a private patio with garden furniture.
Carsington Water is a large reservoir nature reserve featuring diverse wildlife habitats and extensive outdoor activities such as cycling, sailing, and playgrounds, complemented by an accessible visitor shop and facilities. It offers a welcoming environment for families and visitors with disabilities, including wheelchair-accessible trails and play areas.
Cunliffe Cottage is a spacious ground floor cottage located within the Peak District National Park with scenic countryside views, set on a working farm near Hathersage and offering a quiet rural retreat.
Longshaw Estate is a historic moorland and woodland area in the Peak District with outdoor trails, a tea room, shop, and indoor discovery centre offering wildlife and estate-related events. It features ancient settlements, historic guidestoops, and hosts traditional sheepdog trials.
2 Sep, 9 Sep…
Free Wednesday Social Walks are weekly social walks around Longshaw led by experienced guides. The walks cover around 5 miles and start at the Welcome Building in Woodcroft car park, ending at Longshaw Café. They provide an opportunity to meet people, discover the countryside, and build walking confidence. Booking is advisable but drop-ins are welcome if space permits. Dogs on leads are allowed, and children over 8 years old can participate.
Holly Cottage is a semi-detached converted stone barn located in a quiet corner of the Derbyshire countryside with views over fields and hills and proximity to various historic and leisure attractions.
A renovated and modernised detached cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District with a cosy sunroom and a pretty cottage garden, ideal for a romantic getaway for two.
Ogston Hall is a historic country house in Derbyshire with architecture spanning four distinct periods, featuring interiors refurnished to reflect early 20th-century style. Visitors can enjoy guided tours with the owner during August.
Netherwood is a spacious apartment located in Bakewell within the Peak District National Park, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with two bedrooms and enclosed patio garden space, serving as a base for countryside activities and local exploration.
Haddon Hall is a historic stately home in Derbyshire featuring centuries of history, art, and craftsmanship with access to magnificent gardens and regularly hosts events and exhibitions. Visitors can explore the grand house interiors, gardens, and enjoy amenities like a restaurant, making it a rich cultural and outdoor experience.
Bakewell is a picturesque market town in Derbyshire within the Peak District National Park, famous for its historic buildings, traditional markets, and the original Bakewell pudding.
This accommodation is a historic cottage in a peaceful village setting with scenic countryside views and a large enclosed garden shared with the owners, ideal for families and groups.
This bijou holiday cottage is a ground-floor barn conversion set in a rural area with scenic views and traditional features, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful and homely retreat.
Tissington Hall is a historic ancestral home dating back to 1609, offering guided tours of the house and gardens including a large family library and extensive parkland. The venue provides accessible facilities, a cafe, and opportunities to see fine panelling and art collections, making it a distinctive heritage experience in Derbyshire's Peak District.
Ashbourne is a historic market town in Derbyshire, England, known for its cobbled market place, independent shops, and proximity to the Peak District and Dovedale, making it a gateway for outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
Stone Cottage is a cosy single-level cottage located in the village of Wingerworth, offering a peaceful retreat with garden views and a quiet countryside setting near outdoor and nature activities.
A cosy and romantic barn conversion in Castleton village with views across the Hope Valley, featuring an enclosed patio, countryside surroundings, and peaceful village setting.
Peveril Castle is a ruined 11th-century Norman stone castle located on a hilltop overlooking the village of Castleton and the Hope Valley in Derbyshire. It offers visitors dramatic outdoor historic ruins with panoramic views and is protected as a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Monument, maintained by English Heritage within a national park.
This bungalow accommodation offers ground floor living with panoramic views of Matlock and the Derwent Valley, featuring three double bedrooms and accessible facilities, set in a peaceful countryside location suitable for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
The Nine Ladies is a Bronze Age stone circle on Stanton Moor in Derbyshire, notable for its prehistoric origin, consisting of ten millstone grit stones arranged in a circle around 10.8 meters in diameter. It serves as a significant archaeological and cultural site, attracting visitors interested in ancient monuments and modern Pagan rituals.
Darley Dale is a historic town in Derbyshire, England, featuring a walkable centre with heritage sites including St Helen's Church and a heritage railway. It hosts arts and transport festivals and is near Darwin Forest Country Park, making it attractive to tourists.
A single-level barn conversion set on a working farm in the Peak District National Park village of Litton, offering character and peaceful rural surroundings with accessible features, private parking, and facilities suitable for families and pets.
Thornbridge Hall features 10 acres of varied and themed gardens including Italian, Water, and Sub-tropical gardens, with a public glasshouse and play area, set in the Peak District National Park. It offers refreshments, plant sales, and welcomes dogs, with free access for RHS members on selected days.
A traditionally furnished barn conversion on a small countryside estate between Chatsworth and Chesterfield, offering tranquillity and nature walks from the doorstep.
Hob Hurst's House is a unique Bronze Age rectangular barrow located on Beeley Moor in Derbyshire, managed by English Heritage and notable for its archaeological significance and scenic outdoor setting.
The Miners Rest is a semi-detached stone-built cottage in the village of Middleton-by-Wirksworth, close to the Peak District National Park, offering a peaceful and romantic couples' retreat with a homely atmosphere in a scenic countryside setting.
This ground floor stone-built cottage near Hartington in the Peak District offers open plan living and is surrounded by countryside with access to walking and cycling routes, making it suitable for a peaceful country retreat.
Jasmine Cottage is a recently renovated barn conversion situated in a scenic rural area of the Peak District, offering a cosy and peaceful setting with countryside views and a wood burner.
Winster Market House is a historic 16th century neoclassical building in Derbyshire featuring an assembly hall now serving as a visitor exhibition centre with displays on the mining history of Winster and a scale model of the village.
Walnut Lodge is a 2-bedroom Nordic style lodge situated on the ground floor with a south-facing balcony overlooking a secluded lawn area, nestled in a peaceful marina setting within Derbyshire countryside.
Foremark is a 230-acre nature reserve in Derbyshire featuring diverse woodland, heathland, and open water habitats including a reservoir. Visitors can enjoy walking trails including a wheelchair-accessible bridleway, a playground for children, outdoor family activities, and refreshments at the kiosk. Dogs are welcome on leads in designated areas.
Boundary Cottage is a semi-detached holiday home set in a rural location near Chesterfield, offering a homely retreat ideal for couples and families with countryside views and direct access to walks.
Renishaw Hall & Gardens is a family home and garden estate in Derbyshire featuring classical Italianate gardens, a historic house with guided tours, a museum about the Sitwell literary family, and visitor facilities including a cafe and accessible amenities.
Chesterfield is a historic market town in Derbyshire, England, famous for its crooked spire church, vibrant market, cultural venues, and rich Roman and medieval heritage. It offers accessible public transport including rail services and is considered a gateway to the nearby Peak District National Park.
A quaint cottage on a family-friendly farm in the Peak District with countryside views, shared garden and games room, and close to town and countryside walks.
The Old Cow Shed is a ground-floor cottage located in the village of Cutthorpe on a former barn at the edge of the Peak District, offering a peaceful and romantic setting surrounded by fields, woodland, and countryside with scenic views and access to outdoor activities.
This accommodation is a detached, cosy cottage set in a peaceful rural village with scenic views and a private garden patio, suitable for up to 2 guests and allowing pets, providing a laid-back and homely atmosphere in the Derbyshire Peaks and Dales.
Chatsworth House & Gardens is a historic estate in Derbyshire featuring a remarkable house with significant art collections, extensive gardens with sculptures and water features, a working farmyard and playground for children. The venue offers full wheelchair accessibility including lift access and facilities such as a cafe and shop, providing a diverse visitor experience both indoors and outdoors.
High Peak Retreat is a modern and stylish detached home located in the village of Harpur Hill on the outskirts of Buxton, offering a cosy and peaceful stay with family-friendly features and a private hot tub in an enclosed garden.
Bee Keepers Cottage is a self-catering holiday bungalow on a working farm at the edge of Derbyshire’s Peak District, offering tranquil rural views and light, bright ground-floor accommodation suitable for families and pets, with easy access to local attractions and walking trails.
Wingfield Manor is a Grade I listed ruined manor house in Derbyshire with significant historical importance, including ties to Mary, Queen of Scots and the English Civil War. Visitors can explore the extensive ruins and surrounding farmland, showcasing medieval architecture and early plumbing innovations.
A country cottage at Burton Manor Farm in the Peak District overlooking Bakewell, set within a working farm with countryside views and friendly animals, providing a peaceful family-friendly setting with shared outdoor space and on-site parking.
Silcrest is a semi-detached stone-built cottage located on the edge of Chatsworth Park in the village of Baslow, offering a tranquil and scenic countryside setting ideal for families and friends.
Beech Cottage is a semi-detached cottage on the edge of Ashbourne, offering a peaceful and homely setting with scenic views of the Peak District hills and a quiet rural atmosphere suitable for families and couples.
Sudbury Hall is a historic Restoration-era English country house in Derbyshire with a renowned Great Staircase and fine art collection, featuring a National Trust Museum of Childhood that offers interactive and child-friendly exhibits within its restored interiors and surrounding grounds.
9–12 Oct, 16 Oct–2 Nov
Follow a trail inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, spotting fruits and snacks and discovering facts about the caterpillar-to-butterfly transformation. The trail includes games and activities around the stable-yard and gardens.
This detached renovated barn in the Derbyshire village of Holymoorside offers a peaceful, cosy country retreat near the Peak District National Park with countryside surroundings and nearby historic towns.
A historic water mill apartment in the Peak District National Park with three ensuite bedrooms, suitable for families or friends, located on the ground floor with level access and parking onsite.
Little Barn is a detached barn situated on an equestrian centre in a rural location near Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire offering a quiet and scenic environment with countryside views and nearby historic sites.
This spacious property is located in the village of Darley Dale within the Derbyshire Peak District and features multiple bedrooms, a games room, and a courtyard garden with seating and a pizza oven, suited for groups and families.
A three-bedroom cottage with garden access, located near walking trails and local amenities in a scenic countryside setting, ideal for families or groups exploring the area.
Cascades Gardens is a natural four-acre garden featuring Japanese-inspired water and rock gardens, a historic limestone quarry, waterfalls, and various quiet seating areas designed for meditation, set in Derbyshire.
An elegant and luxurious first-floor apartment in the heart of Buxton with views of Pavilion Gardens and the opera house, ideal for a romantic or cultural break.
Buxton is a historic spa town in Derbyshire, set on the edge of the Peak District, known for its geothermal springs, historic architecture, cultural festivals, and outdoor activities including caving and climbing.
This accommodation is a ground-floor bungalow situated in a small countryside estate offering a peaceful and scenic setting suitable for couples and families, with easy access to local nature trails and nearby historic market towns.
A self-catering farm cottage in the Peak District offering spacious countryside accommodation with four bedrooms and a games room shared on site, set in a peaceful rural location near historic landmarks and walking trails.
Yew Tree Cottage is a tranquil countryside cottage in the village of Holymoorside, offering a quiet setting ideal for walking, cycling, and exploring the Peak District with scenic views over the village and surrounding countryside.
Renovated stable conversion accommodation on a working farm in Derbyshire with ground floor facilities, enclosed patio, private parking, and views of the countryside near Whaley Bridge.
Lyme Park is a large estate in Cheshire managed by the National Trust, featuring the largest house in Cheshire with Elizabethan and Palladian-Baroque architecture, extensive formal gardens and deer park, and historical indoor exhibits including the Lyme Caxton Missal. It also serves as a filming location and offers food facilities on site.
12 Oct–7 Nov (next week)
Explore an exhibition about five tree species at Lyme Park and their fungal associates, then follow a self-guided trail around the Top Lawn. On 17, 24 and 31 October, the exhibition curator will be available to answer questions and discuss the research.
Whaley Bridge is a historic market town in Derbyshire located on the River Goyt, known for its scenic canal basin, prehistoric sites, and vibrant local festivals. It offers walkable streets, rail and bus transport, and serves as a gateway for hikers exploring the nearby Peak District.
This Nordic style luxury lodge offers spacious accommodation on the ground floor with wheelchair friendly access, situated within an award-winning marina setting with abundant wildlife and countryside surroundings.
Acacia Lodge is a ground-floor accessible lodge with marina views, set in a peaceful environment with a private veranda and garden, designed for a comfortable family stay including pet and wheelchair access.
A cosy and stylish barn conversion set in the Peak District National Park countryside, offering a private retreat with countryside views and close access to walking and cycling trails.
This holiday home is a converted milking barn set in the village of Wessington, Alfreton, offering a peaceful and romantic countryside retreat for two guests with a rustic and cosy atmosphere.
Gulliver's Kingdom is a family-friendly theme park in Derbyshire aimed at children aged 3-13, featuring a mix of outdoor rides, water attractions, and indoor animatronic entertainment.
Bathurst Cottage is a detached three-bedroom cottage located close to the Peak District National Park and local amenities, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat suitable for families or groups.
Bolsover Castle is a historic 17th-century castle built on medieval ruins in Bolsover, Derbyshire. Visitors experience both indoor historic rooms and outdoor gardens and earthworks. The castle features notable architecture by Robert Smythson, rich history including royal events, and is maintained by English Heritage as a popular tourist site.
8 Oct, 15 Oct…
Join a guided group walk exploring one of Hardwick’s longer routes through its historic estate parkland. Four routes are offered, ranging from 5.5 to 8 miles.
Wyedale is a spacious detached holiday home in Bakewell, located in the Peak District National Park, featuring five en-suite bedrooms and suitable for families including less mobile guests, with nearby shops, pubs, and countryside activities.
This is a cosy converted barn located in a rural setting with countryside views, featuring shared access to a heated indoor swimming pool, games room, and shared outdoor grounds with patio and play areas.
This Grade II listed cottage is situated in an elevated rural position near Matlock in the Peak District, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat with original features and modern comforts, suitable for families and groups up to eight guests.
Masson Mill is a historic 18th-century water-powered cotton spinning mill in Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, forming part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. It features industrial heritage exhibits and a museum showcasing the evolution of cotton spinning technology and mill architecture.
Laurel Lodge is a spacious luxury family-friendly lodge located on the ground floor with open plan living, set by Marina View North with views of the marina and surrounded by scenic walking opportunities.
This semi-detached stone cottage in the village of Breadsall Hill Top, Derbyshire, offers a quaint and homely atmosphere with original features and countryside views, making it suitable for families or couples exploring local rural and metropolitan attractions.
Derbion is a large indoor shopping centre in Derby featuring nearly 200 shops, anchor tenants like Marks & Spencer, a cinema, eateries, and entertainment venues such as adventure golf and bowling. It offers extensive parking and is easily accessible from Derby bus and railway stations.
A homely detached converted garage accommodation in the rural village of Flagg within the Peak District National Park, offering a peaceful setting suitable for families with easy access to nearby popular towns and outdoor activities.
This ground floor apartment in the market town of Buxton offers accommodation for four guests with two bedrooms and two shower rooms, set in a renovated building with a shared garden and private allocated parking.
Plum Tree House is a bungalow in Bradway, Sheffield, with three double bedrooms and a garden, offering a peaceful and nature-immersed stay near golf clubs and countryside walks.
This accommodation is a cosy and homely holiday property located on the outskirts of Chesterfield, offering a peaceful and laid-back private retreat suitable for families, with a garden and patio, and situated near countryside and walking trails.
A peaceful and friendly ground-floor cottage in the Peak District, featuring countryside views, suitable for families and pets, with private parking and usable outdoor areas.
Characterful 17th-century cottage set in private country grounds near Wessington village, offering a peaceful rural retreat with cosy accommodation for up to 4 guests and direct access to countryside walks.