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    Welcome to Chesterfield

    One of Derbyshire's most popular and historic market towns, Chesterfield is perhaps most famous for the distinctive Crooked Spire.

    The distinctive Crooked Spire dominates the skyline. There are numerous local legends as to why the spire twisted, but its unusual shape is thought to have been triggered by green timber covered with heavy lead tiles.

    Whatever the truth, the base of the spire of the Parish Church of St Mary's and All Saints - which stands at 228 feet high and 'leans' 9 feet and 6 inches from its true centre - is a great place to get a panoramic view across the town and beyond.

    You might have seen photographs of it before, or even caught sight of it from the train, or from your car. Maybe you already know that it's 228 feet high, and that it 'leans' 9 feet 6 inches from its true centre.

    Back on solid ground, Chesterfield is a paradise for shoppers, with its handsome Market Hall and cobbled Market Place, home to one of the largest open-air markets in England, with a host of regular markets including farmers' and artisan markets.

    Nearby in the charming Shambles are a cluster of independent shops and cafés, while you'll find famous High Street names at the Pavements and Vicar Lane Shopping Centres.

    If you're fascinated by history, visit the Chesterfield Museum and Art Gallery charting Chesterfield's commercial and industrial past, or take a short drive to Revolution House at Old Whittington, where a plot was hatched to overthrow James II in 1688.

    Eating out is a gourmet experience, thanks to everything from Michelin-recommended restaurants and welcoming cafes and tea rooms to gastro and real ale pubs. You can also enjoy live drama, music, comedy and much more at yhe Pomegranate and Winding Wheel theatres.

    Right on the doorstep you'll find the National Trust's magnificent Elizabethan Hardwick Hall, the last and greatest house built by Bess of Hardwick in the 1500s, and impressive Bolsover Castle, a 17th century fairytale mansion, with its magical Little Castle, enchanting Venus Garden, indoor riding school and breathtaking views.

    Also close by are Renishaw Hall & Gardens, ancestral home of the literary Sitwell family, and Creswell Crags, one of the most northerly places on earth to have been inhabited by our Ice Age ancestors.

    Heritage-lovers shouldn't miss a visit to Barrow Hill Roundhouse, the UK's oldest surviving operational railway roundhouse, which hosts a number of spectacular events each year.

    In The Area

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    Matlock Farm Park

    Come on down to Matlock Farm Park, the ideal place for families to visit to enjoy the fresh air and have fun with our friendly animals.


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    Days Inn by Wyndham Chesterfield

    Newly-refurbished, budget-friendly hotel, perfectly located for visiting the Peak District and the Derbyshire Dales.


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    Chesterfield Canal – Tapton Lock Visitor Centre

    The Chesterfield Canal is a beautiful waterway, an oasis of calm in the busy market town.


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    Queen's Park

    Queen's Park was opened in 1887 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.  In its early days, the Park was a popular venue for rallies and…


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    Sutton Scarsdale Hall

    This dramatic 18th Century hilltop ruin of an imposing baroque mansion still retains remnants of its former rich plaster decoration.


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    Crooked Spire Church

    The 'Crooked Spire' is Chesterfield's best-known landmark.


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    Cow Close Farm by Wild & Other

    Restful, eco-friendly holiday cottages in a picturesque Derbyshire village, set in 20 acres of beautiful countryside.


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    Hardwick Hall

    Home to one of the most influential women in the Elizabethan realm, Hardwick Hall is the culmination of the personality and ambition of its builder…


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    Red Lion Restaurant at Peak Edge Hotel

    Nestled on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park, the historic Red Lion restaurant boasts a warm, friendly, relaxed atmosphere…


    Stone Edge

    Stone Edge (pronounced 'Stanege' locally) is a pretty area of countryside with a stunning view across the valley to Chesterfield.


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    Barca Bar at Casa

    Barca Bar in Casa Hotel provides the perfect place whatever your occasion, from pre-dinner drinks to grabbing a coffee with friends or colleague


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    Queen's Park Sports Centre

    A modern, purpose-built leisure centre and pool in Chesterfield.


    Our Great Itineraries

    Car-free guide: Things to do in Chesterfield

    There's so much to see and do near this iconic Derbyshire market town, famed for its crooked spire.


    Castles, Markets & Spires

    Explore the lesser-known North East of Derbyshire, near Chesterfield.


    Day trip from Sheffield: Explore Matlock &…

    The busy market towns of Matlock and Bakewell are a great day out for all the family and the bus is the hassle-free way to travel.


    Events in Chesterfield

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    Barrow Hill Roundhouse Presents: A Celebration of…

    Celebrating 200 years of the Railway with a star-studded line up of locomotives from the steam and diesel/electric eras.


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    Derbyshire Makes Festival

    Derbyshire Makes Festival returns in 2026 - bigger, bolder, and bursting with even more opportunities to get creative.


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    Christmas Guided Hall Tours at Renishaw

    The already-stunning Renishaw Hall lends itself to the festive period and is the perfect canvas for seasonal dressing.


    Trails nearby

    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…


    The Five Pits Trail

    Walkers, cyclists and horse riders can all enjoy the countryside of the Five Pits Trail.


    Renishaw to Eckington Circular

    This lovely 8 km (5 miles) walk takes you away from the bustle of traffic and out into the deepest, most peaceful countryside - within only a few…


    Villages nearby

    Ashover

    Barlow

    Clay Cross

    Millthorpe

    Renishaw

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