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.
Featured Heritage, Arts & Culture Businesses
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Chatsworth
Chatsworth is a place to learn, explore and create in the heart of the Peak District National Park.
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Great British Car Journey
Boasting a collection of 150+ modern British classics, Great British Car Journey tells the story of the rise and fall of the British motoring…
Open today: 9:30am - 4:00pm
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Heights of Abraham
Take a cable car flight to the Heights of Abraham 60-acre hilltop park, with cavern tours, exhibitions, adventure play and much more.
Open today: 10:00am - 4:30pm
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Rudyard Lake Railway
A narrow gauge railway running alongside Rudyard Lake, using the route of the old North Staffordshire Railway.
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The Forest Distillery
Distilling fine spirits from the heart of Macclesfield Forest has been our passion since 2014.
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Chatsworth
Chatsworth is a place to learn, explore and create in the heart of the Peak District National Park.
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Red Willow Buxton
Home to RedWillow Brewery, our bar in Buxton offers a range of cask, keg & cans of beer to drink in
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Buxton International Festival
Experience world class opera, music, books and jazz in the heart of the Peak District. Recognised nationally and internationally as one of the UK's…
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Wright of Derby: From the Shadows at Derby Museum
Celebrate one of Britain’s best artists, Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’
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Hopton Hall Summer Opening of the Walled Garden…
Enjoy the beauty of our Walled Garden and watch artists at work during July's Month of Art
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Chatsworth's Botanical Treasures - Archives…
Discover rare books and materials in this very special deep dive in to Chatsworth’s archive of botanical treasures, followed by a special tour of the…
Heritage, Arts & Culture Offers
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Father's Day Special - 2 for £30 Adult Admission…
Until 31st July 2026, get TWO museum admission tickets for £30 and enjoy a day out like no other!
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Pay once and visit The National Tramway Museum…
Explore tramway history and ride vintage trams where history comes to life.
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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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Character Immersive Tours at Cromford Mills
Step back in time and discover Cromford Mills through an immersive character-led tour, what's more your ticket acts as an annual pass so you're free…
Heritage, Arts & Culture Trails
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Bolsover Castle to Sutton Scarsdale Hall walk
This countryside walk starts and ends in the market town of Bolsover and links together two historically significant buildings, Bolsover Castle and…
A Stroll along Cromford Canal
A walk along the old canal tow path on the five mile stretch through the Derwent Valley between Ambergate and Cromford passing through the village of…
Heritage Highlights of Ashbourne Walk
This easy circular walk takes in the heritage highlights of Ashbourne in less than 2 miles, walking on well-made paths, streets and lanes, with no…
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.
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.
As seen on screen - a film lovers guide to the…
Visit some of our most iconic settings that have been used as filming locations for TV and movies over the years.
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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