THREE SHIRES HEAD WALK 4

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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Barrow Hill Roundhouse

Barrow Hill Roundhouse is the last surviving railway roundhouse in the United Kingdom with an operational turntable.


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Bustler Market Street Food

Award-winning street food venue in the heart of Derby city.


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Lowe's Mill Cottages at Torr Vale Mill

Set in the panoramic surroundings on the banks of the River Goyt, this wonderful 18th century cotton mill provides everything you need.


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Bank Top Lodge

A beautiful modernised cottage overlooking Beresford Dale and Wolfscote Hills. Haven for walking and cycling, close to the Manifold Valley and…


Hidden Gems Events

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Derby (Arboretum) Well Dressing

This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire and is the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made from natural materials.


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Harthill Well Dressing

Well dressing is an ancient custom almost unique to Derbyshire. Harthill, which is just outside the Derbyshire border in South Yorkshire, dresses one…


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Monyash well Dressing

This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire and is the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made from natural materials.


Hidden Gems Offers

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Bank Holiday Late Availability at The Old Station…

Late availability for The Old Station House for the bank holiday weekend -3 nights in a double en-suite room for £285 - the price for the room &…


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Lunch for less every Wed-Fri at The Prince of…

Enjoy special offers on two and three course lunches at this award-winning Peak District pub.


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Kids Eat Free 7 Days a Week at The Robin Hood…

Kids Eat Free at our welcoming family friendly pub!


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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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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.


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.


Belper Heritage Walk

Learn more about this industrial community and how it has changed in the past 200 years.


Hidden Gems Itineraries

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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…


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.


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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