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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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…
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Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels at Bike & Boot
A new Leisure Hotel brand for the 21st century - welcoming walkers, dog owners, cyclists and adventurers to the Peak District
Open today: 11:00am - 10:30pm
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Buxton Crescent Hotel
A stay at the Buxton Crescent is the perfect opportunity to sleep in a magnificent heritage building, with all the service and amenities of a 5-star…
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2 Lumford House
2 Lumford House, a gorgeous Georgian Cottage, sits on the banks of the River Wye in the old market town of Bakewell, heart of the Peak District.
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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
Hidden Gems Events
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Heritage Open Days
From historic houses to factories, museums to music halls, formal gardens to graveyards, places, spaces and communities will host free events this…
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Wright of Derby: From the Shadows at Derby Museum
Celebrate one of Britain’s best artists, Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’
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Wirksworth Festival
The Wirksworth Festival is a leading rural arts festival that has been around for nearly three decades.
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Mercatum Christmas Artisan Markets at Haddon Hall
This winter, Haddon Hall will host its renowned Mercatum Christmas Markets over six weeks.
Hidden Gems Offers
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Early Dining at The Pilsley Inn
Our Lunch and Early Dining offer means you can dine from our full main menu in The Pilsley Inn with 30% off food.
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Discounted Pizza and drink offers - Takeaway or…
Enjoy authentic Neapolitan woodfired pizzas, matched to specially selected artisan beers, larges and ciders. Drinks are sourced from Peak Ales, a…
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Two Can Dine for £25.00 at The Merchant’s Yard…
Treat yourself and a guest to any 2 dishes from our 'Classic Mains' or 'Pizza' menus for just £25.00!
Hidden Gems Trails
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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.
Longdendale Trail
Cycle along a scenic former railway line that once ran between Manchester and Sheffield, passing idyllic reservoirs along the way.
Ambergate Betty Kenny Walk
A four mile circular walk from Ambergate Station through Shining Cliff Woods
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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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.
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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