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Heritage, Arts & Culture

With so many heritage attractions and places to visit, you will be spoiled for choice.

The Peak District and Derbyshire is bursting with heritage, arts and culture, with a fine choice of museums, galleries and visitor attractions in all corners of the country.

The area is famously connected to the Industrial Revolution and is home to the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. There’s a wealth of museums to explore, plus places to visit that have inspired generations of writers, artists and creatives, including Charlotte Bronte and Joseph Wright.

With so many heritage attractions and places to visit, you will be spoiled for choice. Enjoy live theatre and up to the minute cinema, arts and festivals and local events celebrating the Peak District and Derbyshire’s unique cultural offer.

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Tissington Hall

From open days and family tours to special events and weddings, there is always something happening at Tissington Hall.


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Cundy House

The Cundy House was built in the early 17th century to provide a water supply for Bolsover Castle


Cromford Canal

Now a picturesque and relaxing place to go for a countryside walk, Cromford Canal was once a buzzing hub of Derbyshire’s industry.


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Haddon Hall

Take a step back in time and experience the wonder of Medieval and Elizabethan architecture as you explore Haddon Hall, one of the country’s most…


Heritage, Arts & Culture Events

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February Half Term at Hardwick

Linking to Elizabethan festivities celebrating St Valentine, a date in the calendar we still celebrate today


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The Night Shift at Peak Rail

Back by Popular demand! Experience an Unforgettable Night at Peak Rail


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Pirate and Princesses Weekend at Midland Railway…

Set sail on a Pirate & Princess Adventure at Midland Railway – Butterley. Enjoy a heritage steam train ride, meet colourful characters at Swanwick…


Heritage, Arts & Culture Offers

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National Trust Explorer Pass

Buy a 4, 8 or 14 day Explorer Passes and enjoy entry to loads of places across Derbyshire, as well as free parking in our car parks.


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Winter Offer at Buxton Crescent Experience!

Visit Peak District readers can get 15% off tickets to the Buxton Crescent Experience !


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Free return admission for 12 months on full…

Take a tram ride through time at Crich Tramway Village, home of The National Tramway Museum - an ideal destination for all ages.


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Pay once and visit Crich Tramway Village all year

Explore tramway history and ride vintage trams where history comes to life.


Heritage, Arts & Culture Trails

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Derby Heritage Walk

Discover the southern gateway to the Derwent Valley Milld World Heritage Site.


Bakewell to Chatsworth Walk

An interesting 6 or 8 mile walk through woods and fields to visit Chatsworth House in its setting beside the River Derwent


Bolsover to Carr Vale Nature Reserve - Walking…

This lovely walk takes you out of Bolsover on quiet footpaths, offering wonderful views over the surrounding open countryside.


Higger Tor & Carl Wark

Explore the spectacular terrain on the plateau of Higger Tor and the nearby tor of Carl Wark, regarded as an Iron Age hill fort.


Heritage, Arts & Culture Itineraries

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What to See & Do: 48 hours in Buxton

This itinerary based in the historic spa and market town of Buxton, famed for its natural spring water and Georgian architecture.


Car-free guide: 48 hours in the Derwent Valley

Connecting charming towns and villages with an amazing industrial past, the Derwent Valley Line runs from Derby to Matlock.


Castles, Markets & Spires

Explore the lesser-known North East of Derbyshire, near Chesterfield.


City Heritage, Culture and Cocktails!

Visit Derby, the UK’s most central city, with a rich history of creativity and making, a busy cultural calendar, a varied shopping offer and the…


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