Hidden Gems
Escape the crowds and enjoy a day out with a difference.
From peaceful footpaths to traffic-free cycle trails, explore somewhere new and discover something different in the Peak District and Derbyshire away from the usual tourist trail.
With rolling dales, dramatic moorland, fabulous footpaths, charming towns and villages and acres of open space to enjoy, there’s more than enough of the Peak District and Derbyshire to go around. But delve a little deeper and you'll find so much more to discover...
Here’s our pick of the best hidden gems and unique places to explore in the Peak District and Derbyshire.
Featured Hidden Gems Businesses
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The Bareca at Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels
The Bareca (Bar-restaurant-café) is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner to both residents and non-residents serving a Mediterranean style menu,…
Open today: 11:00am - 10:30pm
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Wildhive at Callow Hall
Callow Hall is the first hotel from Wildhive, a new boutique hospitality brand deeply rooted in nature. Surrounded by 35 acres of wild open space, it…
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Ashford Mill
Ashford Mill is an award winning watermill on the River Wye at Ashford in the Water. A Grade 2 listed 3 bedroomed historic conversion. incredibly…
Open today: 11:00am - 10:30pm
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Hathersage Botanicals-Shivering Mountain…
The Shivering Mountain Distillery sits on a hillside overlooking Hathersage.
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Crich Tramway Village
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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Rock Mill Centre
Run by friendly volunteers, the centre offers information and recommendations about what to do in New Mills and the surrounding area.
Hidden Gems Events
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Hopton Hall Snowdrop Gardens
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hopton Hall's renowned Snowdrop Walk.
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Heath Well Dressing
Well Dressing is a Derbyshire tradition where communities create floral mosaics around wells, blending art & nature to celebrate water, & heritage.
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Great British Car Shows Presents - MG Day
MG is best known for its sports cars, but it also made luxury saloons and hot-hatchbacks
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Little Longstone Well Dressing
This ancient custom is all but unique to Derbyshire. It's the art of decorating wells and springs with pictures made using only natural materials.
Hidden Gems Offers
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Up to 30% off last minute stays at Hoe Grange…
Get up to 30% off for glamping getaways in February & March
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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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Fischer's Two Night Fine Dining Experience
Enjoy the ultimate two-night break at Fischer’s with our special dinner, bed, and breakfast package.
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Bretton Cottage Late Availability and Discount
10% off until the 28th February at our top quality award winning luxury B&B.
Hidden Gems Trails
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Belper Heritage Walk
Learn more about this industrial community and how it has changed in the past 200 years.
Calke to Staunton Harold walking trail
Enjoy a leisurely walk from Calke Abbey to Staunton Harold, with views over the reservoir, arable fields and woodland.
The Phoenix Greenways
Whether you come for the day, a weekend or a longer stay, there is plenty for the family to do, visit and explore. A network of traffic free walking…
Longdendale Trail
Cycle along a scenic former railway line that once ran between Manchester and Sheffield, passing idyllic reservoirs along the way.
Hidden Gems Itineraries
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The Peak District's Hope Valley by Train
Take a scenic rail journey through Britain’s first National Park - filled with rugged landscapes, storybook villages and timeless trails along the…
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.
Discover Derbyshire's hidden food and garden gems
Explore the Peak District and Derbyshire’s hidden food and garden gems on this fabulous 3-day itinerary around Bakewell, Baslow and Pilsley.
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