Jemma's Derbyshire Guidebook
Sightseeing
Visit the beautiful house & 105 acres of gardens.
Farmyard & playground is great for kids.
Gift shops selling a range of Chatsworth produce & restaurants for a bite to eat.
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Chatsworth hús
Visit the beautiful house & 105 acres of gardens.
Farmyard & playground is great for kids.
Gift shops selling a range of Chatsworth produce & restaurants for a bite to eat.
An absolute must-see for any visitor to the Peak District. Parts of Haddon date back to the 12th Century and it is remarkably well-preserved, with most of it unchanged since the days of Henry VIII.
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Haddon Hall
An absolute must-see for any visitor to the Peak District. Parts of Haddon date back to the 12th Century and it is remarkably well-preserved, with most of it unchanged since the days of Henry VIII.
A unique and special day out for everyone. Take a cable car flight to an award-winning hilltop park filled with history and adventure.
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Hæðir Abrahams
Dale RoadA unique and special day out for everyone. Take a cable car flight to an award-winning hilltop park filled with history and adventure.
Known locally by the irreverent name The Devil’s Arse, Peak Cavern is a hugely impressive show cave in the pretty Peak District village of Castleton
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Peak Hellirinn
Known locally by the irreverent name The Devil’s Arse, Peak Cavern is a hugely impressive show cave in the pretty Peak District village of Castleton
Hathersage Swimming Pool is a 30 metre open air pool and is one of a dwindling number of such pools.
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Sundlaug Hathersage
Oddfellows RoadHathersage Swimming Pool is a 30 metre open air pool and is one of a dwindling number of such pools.
2-3 hours of daring ropes course challenges, stomach-churning swings and electrifying zip wires. Perfect for families
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Go Ape Buxton
Green Lane2-3 hours of daring ropes course challenges, stomach-churning swings and electrifying zip wires. Perfect for families
Peak Rail is a heritage steam and diesel line that runs for 4 miles between the charming railway stations in Matlock and Rowsley South
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Peak Rail
2 Station PlatformPeak Rail is a heritage steam and diesel line that runs for 4 miles between the charming railway stations in Matlock and Rowsley South
Matlock Farm Park provides a great day out for the whole family, set in beautiful countryside on the outskirts of Matlock on the edge of the Peak District National Park.
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Matlock Farm Park
Jaggers LaneMatlock Farm Park provides a great day out for the whole family, set in beautiful countryside on the outskirts of Matlock on the edge of the Peak District National Park.
Chatsworth House Farmyard & Adventure Playground
Walking/bike trails
Wonderful walking and bike trails in the area
Great for a spot for lunch or to walk or cycle the old railway line from Bakewell
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Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire
Hassop RoadGreat for a spot for lunch or to walk or cycle the old railway line from Bakewell
Monsal Dale is a wonderful example of calming Derbyshire countryside - a place where you can walk along the river, take in the landscape and sit by a weir and have a picnic.
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Monsal Head Hotel
Monsal TrailMonsal Dale is a wonderful example of calming Derbyshire countryside - a place where you can walk along the river, take in the landscape and sit by a weir and have a picnic.
Ladybower Reservoir is a large Y-shaped reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley. The area is a magnet for outdoor-lovers and there many circular walking and cycling routes nearby, plus stunning viewpoints such as Bamford Edge
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Ladybower Reservoir
Ladybower Reservoir is a large Y-shaped reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley. The area is a magnet for outdoor-lovers and there many circular walking and cycling routes nearby, plus stunning viewpoints such as Bamford Edge
Carsington Water has everything you need for a great day out - and best of all most facilities are free! On site shops cater for everybody, these include our new outdoor clothes shop 'Water Rail'. The Gallery Cafe for quick snacks, Main Sail Restaurant and barbecuing.
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Carsington Water
Carsington Water has everything you need for a great day out - and best of all most facilities are free! On site shops cater for everybody, these include our new outdoor clothes shop 'Water Rail'. The Gallery Cafe for quick snacks, Main Sail Restaurant and barbecuing.
Mam Tor, meaning ‘Mother Hill’, is a 517 metre high hill near Castleton in the High Peak area of Derbyshire and is one of the most famous walks in the Peak District that well and truly deserves a place on your Peak District bucket list!
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Mam Tor
Mam Tor, meaning ‘Mother Hill’, is a 517 metre high hill near Castleton in the High Peak area of Derbyshire and is one of the most famous walks in the Peak District that well and truly deserves a place on your Peak District bucket list!
Because of its archaeological importance, the entirety of the moor is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. There are more than 70 ancient burial mounds upon the moor, and no less than four Bronze Age stone circles, constructed by the people who lived and worked on Stanton Moor around 4,000 years ago
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Nine Ladies steinkrókurinn
Lees RoadBecause of its archaeological importance, the entirety of the moor is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. There are more than 70 ancient burial mounds upon the moor, and no less than four Bronze Age stone circles, constructed by the people who lived and worked on Stanton Moor around 4,000 years ago
Magnificent Thor’s Cave, a natural cavern set in a steep limestone crag, with its huge arched entrance easily visible (and quite accessible) from the footpath below.
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Þórs-grotta
Magnificent Thor’s Cave, a natural cavern set in a steep limestone crag, with its huge arched entrance easily visible (and quite accessible) from the footpath below.
Little Monkeys Play Centre
Food scene
The Wheatsheaf is family and dog-friendly pub in the heart of the Derbyshire market town of Bakewell.
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Wheatsheaf
Bridge StreetThe Wheatsheaf is family and dog-friendly pub in the heart of the Derbyshire market town of Bakewell.
It is a welcoming, family-friendly pub (children under eight eat free) with free parking located close to Chatsworth, offering a perfect pit stop for walkers exploring the Peak District National Park. Dogs are welcome at The Robin Hood.
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The Robin Hood Inn
Chesterfield RdIt is a welcoming, family-friendly pub (children under eight eat free) with free parking located close to Chatsworth, offering a perfect pit stop for walkers exploring the Peak District National Park. Dogs are welcome at The Robin Hood.
Traditional country pub with en-suite bedrooms, located in the beautiful Derbyshire village of Hathersage in the Peak District.
The Scotsmans Pack Inn
School LaneTraditional country pub with en-suite bedrooms, located in the beautiful Derbyshire village of Hathersage in the Peak District.
The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop
The SquareHome of the Old Original Bakewell Pudding!
Whether you have been on a brewery tour or simply want to pop in to have a browse please drop in here.
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Thornbridge Brewery
Buxton RoadWhether you have been on a brewery tour or simply want to pop in to have a browse please drop in here.
Why not pop into the shop to pick up a mini keg, or a few bottles of pale ale, bitters and stouts, or a bottle of Chatsworth Gin, distilled on site at the barn?
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Peak Ales - Visitor Centre
Why not pop into the shop to pick up a mini keg, or a few bottles of pale ale, bitters and stouts, or a bottle of Chatsworth Gin, distilled on site at the barn?
Indie cafe in the beautiful Peak District village of Eyam. Passionate about great coffee and quality food, made fresh to order from the best local ingredients. Enjoy their award-winning bakes, perfectly-brewed beans and homemade recipes in the heart of the Peaks’ most historic village.
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Village Green Cafe
The SquareIndie cafe in the beautiful Peak District village of Eyam. Passionate about great coffee and quality food, made fresh to order from the best local ingredients. Enjoy their award-winning bakes, perfectly-brewed beans and homemade recipes in the heart of the Peaks’ most historic village.
Traditional and charming Indian restaurant which is perfect for the family, romantic evenings and relaxed business functions. They offer spacious dining in a setting that is accompanied by chandeliers, plush carpets, comfy seats, and brass statues. Their vibrant, welcoming atmosphere will make your dining experience a memorable one.
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The Shalimar
Dale Road NorthTraditional and charming Indian restaurant which is perfect for the family, romantic evenings and relaxed business functions. They offer spacious dining in a setting that is accompanied by chandeliers, plush carpets, comfy seats, and brass statues. Their vibrant, welcoming atmosphere will make your dining experience a memorable one.
Restaurant Lovage by Lee Smith
Bath StreetModern British food with a laid-back country feel.
Elegant contemporary Indian restaurant set in a former cinema offering relaxed, candlelit dining.
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Maazi Matlock
25 Causeway LnElegant contemporary Indian restaurant set in a former cinema offering relaxed, candlelit dining.
A meal at Fischer’s is the ultimate fine dining experience. Head Chef, Nathan Wall, and Sommelier, Matthew Davison, have crafted a menu that pairs beautifully with the hand-picked selection of wines on offer. They have perfected the art of wine and food harmony, heightening flavours, and making each and every ingredient sing. Guests can expect a focus on organic, free-range, and sustainably produced ingredients, carefully selected from local producers and foraged from the kitchen gardens and the surrounding countryside.
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Fischer's Baslow Hall
Calver RoadA meal at Fischer’s is the ultimate fine dining experience. Head Chef, Nathan Wall, and Sommelier, Matthew Davison, have crafted a menu that pairs beautifully with the hand-picked selection of wines on offer. They have perfected the art of wine and food harmony, heightening flavours, and making each and every ingredient sing. Guests can expect a focus on organic, free-range, and sustainably produced ingredients, carefully selected from local producers and foraged from the kitchen gardens and the surrounding countryside.
Providing fresh, locally sourced cuisine and carefully crafted drinks in an atmospheric and friendly environment, where top class service is a priority.
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The Merchant's Yard
Saint John's RoadProviding fresh, locally sourced cuisine and carefully crafted drinks in an atmospheric and friendly environment, where top class service is a priority.
The ethos behind their menus is simple: it must be local, fresh, accessible and food that guests would want to enjoy with us. Head Chef, Adrian Gagea, has worked hard in designing menus to suit all diets and dietary requirements. They have numerous options for guests, which include healthier eating options and plant based diets.
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The Maynard
Main RoadThe ethos behind their menus is simple: it must be local, fresh, accessible and food that guests would want to enjoy with us. Head Chef, Adrian Gagea, has worked hard in designing menus to suit all diets and dietary requirements. They have numerous options for guests, which include healthier eating options and plant based diets.
Country tea room serving fabulous Teas and coffees with fresh local produce on the menu with a specials board
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Aisseford Tea Room
Church StreetCountry tea room serving fabulous Teas and coffees with fresh local produce on the menu with a specials board
Catch 32
32 Matlock StreetBest Fish & Chip shop in Bakewell!
The Peacock’s restaurant has been awarded three AA rosettes and serves a delicious fine dining menu, using produce local to the Peak District National Park. Day guests are welcome to dine in the restaurant, with Sunday lunch at The Peacock being a local favourite.
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The Peacock at Rowsley
Bakewell RoadThe Peacock’s restaurant has been awarded three AA rosettes and serves a delicious fine dining menu, using produce local to the Peak District National Park. Day guests are welcome to dine in the restaurant, with Sunday lunch at The Peacock being a local favourite.
They have a huge selection of exciting and quality products to tantalise your taste buds. Whether you are creating a family feast, fancy a treat or want to try something different, you are sure to find what you are looking for at Britain's best farm shop.
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Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop
They have a huge selection of exciting and quality products to tantalise your taste buds. Whether you are creating a family feast, fancy a treat or want to try something different, you are sure to find what you are looking for at Britain's best farm shop.
ituated at the heart of the Chatsworth Estate in one of the Peak District’s most charming villages, The Devonshire Arms at Pilsley is everything you’d expect it to be. Great food, excellent ales, and comfy rooms. All surrounded by magnificent countryside.
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The Devonshire Arms at Pilsley
High Streetituated at the heart of the Chatsworth Estate in one of the Peak District’s most charming villages, The Devonshire Arms at Pilsley is everything you’d expect it to be. Great food, excellent ales, and comfy rooms. All surrounded by magnificent countryside.
Neighbourhoods
The beautiful village of Baslow is on the edge of the Chatsworth Estate, and makes a perfect place to stay when visiting the area. The village is overlooked by the dramatic gritstone edges of Curbar Edge and Baslow Edge, and the River Derwent runs through it.
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Baslow
The beautiful village of Baslow is on the edge of the Chatsworth Estate, and makes a perfect place to stay when visiting the area. The village is overlooked by the dramatic gritstone edges of Curbar Edge and Baslow Edge, and the River Derwent runs through it.
The beautiful village of Youlgreave or Youlgreave is one of the largest villages in the Peak District. It’s a lovely place with history around every corner, and it’s surrounded on all sides by the most stunning countryside.
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Youlgreave
The beautiful village of Youlgreave or Youlgreave is one of the largest villages in the Peak District. It’s a lovely place with history around every corner, and it’s surrounded on all sides by the most stunning countryside.
As the Gateway to the Peak District, the historic spa town of Buxton should feature in the itinerary of every visitor. It has something for everyone, with stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture, beautiful parks, quirky shops, top-class theatre, and fantastic dining.
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Buxton
As the Gateway to the Peak District, the historic spa town of Buxton should feature in the itinerary of every visitor. It has something for everyone, with stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture, beautiful parks, quirky shops, top-class theatre, and fantastic dining.
If you’re looking for a chocolate-box Peak District village to visit, you couldn’t possibly do better than spending a day in Ashford-in-the-Water. It has everything that a perfect village needs: an idyllic riverside setting, complete with a medieval bridge, pretty limestone cottages, narrow lanes, a tearoom and cosy country pubs.
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Ashford in the Water
If you’re looking for a chocolate-box Peak District village to visit, you couldn’t possibly do better than spending a day in Ashford-in-the-Water. It has everything that a perfect village needs: an idyllic riverside setting, complete with a medieval bridge, pretty limestone cottages, narrow lanes, a tearoom and cosy country pubs.
Bakewell, with its beautiful setting on the River Wye, is often referred to as the ancient capital of the Peak District. It is a relatively small market town but it’s a wonderful place to explore, with pretty riverside walks, old stone cottages, narrow lanes and hidden courtyards.
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Bakewell
Bakewell, with its beautiful setting on the River Wye, is often referred to as the ancient capital of the Peak District. It is a relatively small market town but it’s a wonderful place to explore, with pretty riverside walks, old stone cottages, narrow lanes and hidden courtyards.
A day in the beautiful village of Castleton should feature in the itinerary of every visitor to the Peak District. It is surrounded by stunning scenery, nestled in the hills at the western end of the Hope Valley, and has something to offer for everyone.
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Castleton
A day in the beautiful village of Castleton should feature in the itinerary of every visitor to the Peak District. It is surrounded by stunning scenery, nestled in the hills at the western end of the Hope Valley, and has something to offer for everyone.
The lovely village of Cromford is in the Derbyshire Peak District, in the Derwent Valley between Matlock and Wirksworth. It is perhaps best known for its connection with the renowned industrialist Richard Arkwright, who built Cromford Mill in 1771.
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Cromford
The lovely village of Cromford is in the Derbyshire Peak District, in the Derwent Valley between Matlock and Wirksworth. It is perhaps best known for its connection with the renowned industrialist Richard Arkwright, who built Cromford Mill in 1771.
Edensor (pronounced ‘Enzer’) is a small but very pretty village situated within the grounds of the Chatsworth Estate. The village is made up of a charming, slightly eccentric mixture of different house styles, from Tudor to Norman, from Swiss-style cottages to Italian-style villas.
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Edensor
Edensor (pronounced ‘Enzer’) is a small but very pretty village situated within the grounds of the Chatsworth Estate. The village is made up of a charming, slightly eccentric mixture of different house styles, from Tudor to Norman, from Swiss-style cottages to Italian-style villas.
Surrounded by wooded hillsides and set on the River Derwent, just on the edge of the Peak District, Matlock is a lovely town to explore. It has plenty of independent, quirky shops, as well as a wide choice of cafés, pubs and restaurants.
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Matlock
Surrounded by wooded hillsides and set on the River Derwent, just on the edge of the Peak District, Matlock is a lovely town to explore. It has plenty of independent, quirky shops, as well as a wide choice of cafés, pubs and restaurants.
The lovely village of Rowsley lies on the very edge of the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, close to the Chatsworth House estate. It’s a peaceful, pretty place, surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside.
Rowsley
The lovely village of Rowsley lies on the very edge of the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, close to the Chatsworth House estate. It’s a peaceful, pretty place, surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside.