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.
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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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The Ashford Arms
A lovingly restored historic 17th-century inn with bar, restaurant and rooms. Located in the picturesque village of Ashford in the Water
Open today: 8:00am - 11:30pm
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The Peacock at Owler Bar
Reward the miles, celebrate the milestones, and tuck into the best farm-to-fork pub food Sheffield has to offer.
Open today: 11:00am - 11:00pm
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Barrow Hill Roundhouse
Barrow Hill Roundhouse is the last surviving railway roundhouse in the United Kingdom with an operational turntable.
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The Blind Bull
The Blind Bull is a classic country pub. No fussy people. No frills food. Just a welcoming place to keep warm after a winter’s walk or cool down from…
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Calke Abbey
Poised somewhere between gentle neglect and downright dereliction, Calke Abbey is unlike other great country estates.
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Creswell Crags
Woolly mammoths roamed the lands around Creswell Crags, and nomadic Neanderthal man sought shelter in Creswell Crags’ caves whilst they were…
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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Mother's Day at Peak Edge
This Mother’s Day, treat the extraordinary mothers in your life to a dining experience they’ll never forget. Delight in exceptional flavours and…
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Great British Car Shows Presents - Drive It Day
Drive It Day, gettting those classics out and about for 2026
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Great British Car Shows Presents - Japanese Cars
From the 1960s, Japanese cars became part and parcel of the UK scene. Come and celebrate them
Hidden Gems Offers
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Special Offer
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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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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Fischer's Two Night Fine Dining Experience
Enjoy the ultimate two-night break at Fischer’s with our special dinner, bed, and breakfast package.
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.
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…
The White Peak Loop
An incredible circular route of just over 42 miles that runs through the most beautiful areas of Derbyshire & the Peak District.
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.
Hidden Gems Itineraries
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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.
Car-free guide: A train tour of the Goyt Valley
Just a short hop on the train from Manchester and Sheffield, this picturesque corner of the county is waiting to be discovered.
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.
Market Magic & Hidden Gems: 48 hours in Leek
This itinerary is based in the historic market town of Leek, famed for its Arts & Crafts architecture and traditional outdoor & indoor market, the…
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