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When it comes to outdoor activities, the Peak District National Park is the whole package. Located in the north of England, the park offers everything from horse riding to rock climbing, windsurfing to paragliding, plus walking trails galore. One trail, Derwent Valley Heritage Way, allows you to take in the area’s open landscape while also showcasing its industrial roots. Discovering hidden underground formations at such spots as Titan Cave (the highest natural cavern in the U.K.) is another popular pastime. Best of all, there are camp- and RV sites throughout so guests can settle into these surroundings.
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1. Mam Tor
2. St Edmund's Church
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By ropentastones - St Helens, United Kingdom
When in Castleton, a wander around the church and the grounds is a must. Lovely old church with some interesting grave stones. Sadly due to the Coronavirus restrictions the church was closed, but nonetheless, the grounds are a nice distraction and very peaceful detour when on your way to, or from, the castle.
3. Arbor Low Stone Circle & Gib Hill Barrow
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
A prehistoric monument that was started in the Neolithic period, probably between 3,000 and 2,500 BC, consisting of 42 stones in a 40-meter diameter circle.
Reviewed By jacquelinee930
If you expect to see standing stones then this is not for you. However, it was obviously a very important place at some point in the dim and distant past. Although it’s managed by English Heritage it’s located on private land so there is a token £1 charge to enter. Payment is made via an honesty box just before you enter the farmyard. It’s a relatively short walk from the parking area through the farmyard before you turn left and head over 2 fields to the monument. There are a couple of information boards in the area which are worth looking at to get some idea of the importance of the site. The stoned themselves are impressive but so are the views you get from the top of the site. Brown signs make it easy to find from the A515.
4. Chatsworth House
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4.5 based on 8,431 reviews
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.
Reviewed By 186louisem - Solihull, United Kingdom
Christmas market???? was Wonderful very well organised lots of different lovely stalls ,food????,drink????, and lovely Christmas presents ideas????.Will be returning next year .As a family we had a lovely day would highly recommend this event.At different times we have also visited the house and gardens which are beautiful
5. Thornbridge Hall Gardens
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
We are Open. Eccentric, eclectic gardens and so much more. Something for all the family - messy play for children and catching bath ducks for everyone. Yummy food from our own bakehouse - with THornbridge beer on tap!
6. Eyam Plague Village Museum
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4.5 based on 677 reviews
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.
Reviewed By Mag666000 - Ormskirk, United Kingdom
Museum dedicated to the Eyam Plague of 1666, and to the Black Death generally. Amazing amount of information about this morbid chapter in human history, really bizarre how much dedication is attributed to the memory of the great plague, well worth a visit.
7. St Michael's and All Angels Church
8. All Saints Church
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4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Z5249AThelenh - Matlock, United Kingdom
Interesting church with much to see. History of it is displayed at rear of church. Always made to feel welcome
9. Tissington Hall
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4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Saash07 - Worcester, United Kingdom
We visited today to see the Hall decorated with a Christmas carol theme, and would thoroughly recommend. After a warm welcome from Sir Richard, we had a leisurely walk around the decorated rooms, which were absolutely mesmerising. The work which has gone into the creations is amazing, and we can't wait to return next year. Tomorrow is the final opening date for this year's Christmas extravaganza though, so be quick!
10. The Cathedral of the Peak
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4.5 based on 150 reviews
An historic, grade 1 listed building with in the village of Tideswell. The site has a recorded history approaching a thousand years, the current building approximately six hundred and thirty. The Church is Grade 1 listed (since 1967) as “one of the most important of the county's medieval parish churches. The "Friends of St John, Tideswell" (FoSJ) is established for the restoration, preservation, repair, maintenance, improvement and adornment of the Parish Church of Saint John the Baptist, Tideswell (The Cathedral of the Peak) in the Diocese of Derby and of monuments, fittings, fixtures, stained glass, furniture, ornaments and chattels which belong to the church, in the church and churchyard, for the public benefit." Our broader purposes are to afford the general public, and generations to come the opportunity to experience the majesty of St John’s and to allow continued Christian witness there.
Reviewed By N7718OPpaulb - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
The size and decor of this church is quite surprising considering it is in a fairly small village. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area
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