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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 Pilsley Inn

Pilsley is one of the Peak District’s prettiest villages, and home to the Pilsley Inn. Visit us for great food and award-winning ales. Or make the…


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Carpenter’s Cottage

Carpenter’s Cottage is located in the Derbyshire Dales within a sensitively converted 18th century flour mill complex. A stone, semi-detached cottage…


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Nine Ladies Stone Circle

A small early Bronze Age stone circle traditionally believed to depict nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday.


Hidden Gems Events

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Spital Cemetery Well Dressing

Well Dressing is the art of decorating springs or wells with pictures made of natural products.


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Mellor Well Dressing

A beloved tradition in Derbyshire featuring beautiful designs made from natural materials


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Tideswell Well Dressing

Well Dressing is the art of decorating springs or wells with pictures made of natural products.


Hidden Gems Offers

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Bretton Cottage Late Availability and Discount

10% off until the end of May at our top quality award winning luxury B&B.


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Late Availability 20% off Cottages at Chatsworth…

Take 20% off the full price of any of our Peak District cottages when booking a last-minute stay 4 weeks or less in advance.


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The Bulls Head, Foolow - Thursday Pie & a Pint

Enjoy a delicious pie and a Pint for just £21.95 at the Bulls Head, Foolow!


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20% off Go Ape Treetop Challenge

Family Adventure Awaits – 20% Off! Take on Go Ape Treetop Challenge together. Valid for groups of 3–6. High-ropes fun, lower prices.


Hidden Gems Trails

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Ambergate Betty Kenny Walk

A four mile circular walk from Ambergate Station through Shining Cliff Woods


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.


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.


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: 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.


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.


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