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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Chatsworth
Chatsworth is a place to learn, explore and create in the heart of the Peak District National Park.
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Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground
The farmyard at Chatsworth has been a favourite day out for children of all ages since 1973.
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Great British Car Journey
Step back in time at Great British Car Journey, an award-winning interactive attraction in Derbyshire. Explore over 150 iconic British cars, uncover…
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Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway is a 9 mile heritage railway running both steam and diesel hauled trains.
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Chatsworth Garden
Famous for its rich history, waterworks, sculptures, and Victorian rock garden, there is plenty to explore in the 105-acre Chatsworth Garden.
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Hardwick Hall
Home to one of the most influential women in the Elizabethan realm, Hardwick Hall is the culmination of the personality and ambition of its builder…
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Chesterfield Museum
THE MUSEUM IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT - Chesterfield Museum has closed ahead of ambitious plans to refurbish and reimagine the Grade 2…
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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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Afternoon Scream Tea at Peak Rail
All aboard… if you dare! Our Afternoon Scream Tea Train departs from Rowsley, taking you on a spine-tinglingly scenic journey through the beautiful…
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Derby Feste
Festé returns with spectacular outdoor circus and dance, dazzling acrobatics, and the return of its iconic procession, across Derby City locations…
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Santa Specials 2026
Climb aboard a Santa Special at Midland Railway – Butterley and enjoy a magical Christmas train journey. Meet Santa on board, receive a gift, enjoy…
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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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Derbyshire Days Out
12 local attractions have joined up to give you a great Derbyshire Day Out
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Bakewell Old House Museum -pay once and visit all…
Admission tickets valid for 1 year!-Immerse yourself in the stories of Bakewell and this part of the Peak District at our award-winning museum.
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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…
Whaley Bridge Heritage Walk
Discover the beauty of Whaley Bridge’s scenery and the heritage of its Industrial past.
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…
Edith Nesbit walk from New Mills
Discover the countryside that inspired Edith Nesbit's famous book 'The Railway Children'
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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.
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.
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