10 Museums in Peak District That You Shouldn't Miss

This year is our 50th Anniversary Cromford steam rally was established in 1970 and is one of the most highly rated shows in this part of the country, with over 600 exhibits theres something for everyone so why not come and spend the day with us at Cromford. Cromford Steam Rally 1st & 2nd August 2020, gates open 08.30 till late Saturday 08.30 till 17.00 Sunday

Contemporary Art Gallery - selling fine art & ceramics. Opened July 2017. The Old Lock Up Gallery is situated within a beautiful stone building, built in the 1700’s, in the beautiful and historic Derbyshire village of Cromford. The building itself is steeped in history – as it was owned by Sir Richard Arkwright and used as the village jail, one of the first of it’s kind in the country.

Isla Fine Art Cards & Gifts is an art gallery and gift shop in the centre of Buxton. If you are looking for something unusual this is the place for you - many of our products are unique handmade items from local artisans & artists. We also stock quirky and stylish homewares, jewellery, bath and body products, a wide range of greetings cards, wall art and more.

Private studio space & Micro gallery of original art on display and for sale, Bespoke Picture framing service, handpainted greetings cards. Art and textile workshops. Expressive painting experience days. Exhibitions and events. Local artist guest space. Demonstrations. Photographs and prints. Open to the public on Wednesday to Saturdays. (During Covid by appointment please.)

Exciting new museum and all-weather destination for families and inquisitive visitors, bringing to life stories of a remarkable place in the heart of a historic town. Our Webster's café sells lovely home-made food, and our courtyard is ideal for cyclists and dog walkers. We have a wide range of gifts and locally made products, and we run walks, talks, arts, crafts, music and workshops for all.

Chatsworth, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, is set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, on the banks of the river Derwent. Explore the historic house for fascinating stories and one of Europe's most significant art collections. In the garden, discover water features, giant sculptures and beautiful flowers set in Britain's most stunning and surprising country estate. Or come face to face with our farm animals in our working farmyard and enjoy adventurous fun in the playground. Furthermore, with holiday cottages and hotels, shops and restaurants, including Britain's best farm shop, you can really make the most of your time with us.

Find out about Bubonic Plague in the Peak District village where it killed over a third of the population in 1665- 1666. Learn about the black rats, the fleas that carried the disease, and see the stories of the families it affected. Understand how the village recovered afterwards.

A large selection of beautiful original art and prints, pottery and crafts. Come and have a browse or bring your artwork to be framed here.

Currently closed due lockdown - hope to be open every day from the 3rd December. Find out about the lead mining heritage of Derbyshire from Roman Times to the present. Interactive exhibits, mock tunnels and shafts to climb, moving models. The new Matlock Bath Through Time exhibition tells the story of a village that was one of the top Georgian Spas in the country. Then visit Temple Mine and find out what it was really like working underground followed by a try at gold panning. Suitable for all ages. Family ticket £28 (2A and 3C)