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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Creswell Crags

Woolly mammoths roamed the lands around Creswell Crags, and nomadic Neanderthal man sought shelter in Creswell Crags’ caves whilst they were…


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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.


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Penny Pot Café

A super friendly hikers’ café in the heart of Edale, serving up great locally roasted coffee and loose-leaf tea, pasties and delicious home-made…


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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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Hopton Hall Snowdrop Gardens

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hopton Hall's renowned Snowdrop Walk.


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Wessington Wassail at Amber Valley Vineyards

Come and join us for fun in the orchard as we invoke the spirits of the apple trees and ward off evil spirits by making a clamour!


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Great British Car Meets Presents: Valentines Day…

Come to the Valentines Day car meet - and meet the cars that you love


Hidden Gems Offers

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The Cupola 'Lords Lunch' £25

An indulgent lunch, comprising of 'The Cupola Club' flame griddled chicken breast, dry cured bacon, melted mature cheddar and mozzarella cheese &…


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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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The Maynard - Enjoy 30% off food when dining…

30% off food when dining Monday to Friday at the Maynard.


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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.


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.


Longdendale Trail

Cycle along a scenic former railway line that once ran between Manchester and Sheffield, passing idyllic reservoirs along the way.


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…


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.


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…


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: 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.


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