It’s stunning up here, we’re all local to the area and more than happy to give you some tips about where to stay, visit, drink or eat; there’s some brilliant hidden gems that only the locals know about!
Just drop us an email with what you like and what you’re after and we’ll get back to you with some suggestions. In the meantime here’s a few ideas…
Why not coincide your visit with the world-famous International Hen Racing Championships on the first Saturday in August at The Barley Mow, Bonsall. Bakewell Farmers Market; just up the road from our showroom is a must for any foodie, it’s the second biggest in the country but it’s not about the quantity, it’s the quality. It’s always on the last Saturday of every month (check at Christmas time though).
Matlock Bath - a seaside-style town set in a stunning alpine valley
Matlock - a lovely spa town famous for its many antique and junk shops, cafes and mini-boating lake and outdoor play area in the peaceful Hall Leys Park.
Ashbourne - if more upmarket antiques are your thing then Ashbourne is the place to visit, plus it’s the gateway to the beautiful Dovedale walks.
Bakewell - famous for its Bakewell Pudding and beautiful town centre.
Places to stay in Near Matlock; we have numerous convenient hotels and B&B’s that would be delighted to welcome you!
Well we have the incredible Chatsworth House a few miles up the road. Just taking a walk by the river is worth the trip alone but if you do have time looking around the house is a must. There’s also the twice winner of Best farm shop in Britain, Chatsworth Farm Shop, which is world renowned for its hampers and locally reared meats. There’s also Haddon Hall a couple of miles in the other direction. It’s Britain’s most complete (and still lived in!) medieval house. Have you ever seen the film The Princess Bride? Well Haddon Hall was Humperdinck’s Castle!
Derbyshire is the Real Ale capital of Britain, with numerous, unique and individual pubs nearby. We also have the nationally acclaimed Thornbridge Brewery a few miles down the road, go for a tour and sample a few of their freshly brewed, awarding winning ales at their characterful Tap Room - https://thornbridgebrewery.co.uk/pages/tap-room If you’re after a proper, Derbyshire pub with the real fire, great pub food and of course local ales then here are a few of the best pubs around…
The Swiss Cottage overlooks its own lake.
The Hunting Tower with views over Chatsworth and the grounds designed by Capability Brown
Harthill Hall for your very own Manor House
These are very special places but we also have a number of friends with (less costly) holiday homes for let. Just let us know what you’re after and we can send you some suggestions. Get in contact with us by clicking here.
