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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The Beeley Inn

Just a short walk from Chatsworth House, this Inn and its 18 beautiful en-suite bedrooms blend an idyllic village setting with contemporary comfort.


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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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Dining at The Peacock at Rowsley

3* AA Rosette Restaurant, one of the best in the Peak District!


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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,…


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Middleton by Youlgrave Well Dressing

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


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Rowsley Well Dressing

This ancient custom is all but unique to Derbyshire. It's the art of decorating wells and springs with pictures made using only natural materials


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Great British Car Shows Presents - Vauxhall Day

Vauxhall was a leading British marque from the earliest days of car production


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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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.


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10% off if you travel without a car at Hoe Grange…

Travel to Hoe Grange Holidays by public transport, bike, on foot or even on horseback to get 10% off your stay


Hidden Gems Trails

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Ambergate Betty Kenny Walk

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


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.


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…


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…


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.


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.


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