Stay, eat and explore
Turn your visit into a day out — or a weekend in one of Britain's most beautiful corners.
Worth the journey
Happily, our showroom sits in one of the most beautiful parts of the country: nestled in the Derbyshire Dales on the edge of the Peak District, Matlock is surrounded by stunning countryside, historic houses, independent shops and some genuinely good places to eat.
Start with Old Boot
Take your time exploring the collection, comparing materials, relaxing on the sofas and chatting with the team. No pressure, no rush. Just time to discover what feels right for your home.
Things to see
Chatsworth House
One of Britain's finest stately homes — magnificent gardens, grand architecture and acres of parkland.
Haddon Hall
A beautifully preserved medieval manor house, full of character and quietly romantic.
Bakewell
A classic market town, famous for its pudding, riverside walks and independent shops.
Matlock and Matlock Bath
A Victorian spa town with a distinctly seaside feel — cable cars, arcades and the Heights above.
Somewhere to eat
Thornbridge Tap Room, Bakewell
Modern brewery taproom with stone-baked pizza and a proper range of beers.
The Druids Inn, Birchover
A historic village pub known for real ales and genuinely good food.
The Peacock, Rowsley
Fine dining in a handsome historic setting — well worth booking if you're making an occasion of it. It's also a hotel, so you can stay the night if you'd rather not drive home.
Blind Bull, Little Hucklow
A beautifully restored 12th-century inn serving top-notch local food and beer.
Somewhere to stay
Hodgkinson's Hotel, Matlock Bath
A charming period hotel in a scenic spot, full of character.
Peak Edge Hotel
A chic countryside hotel with good food and beautiful rooms.
Cavendish Hotel, Baslow
An elegant hotel on the Chatsworth estate, with outstanding service and views.
Premier Inn, Matlock
Reliable and familiar — a short walk from the town centre, and exactly what you'd expect, every time.
A favourite Old Boot day out
- Morning arrival at Old Boot
- Time to explore the showroom, with a coffee and a browse through the fabrics and leathers
- Lunch in Matlock or Bakewell
- An afternoon at Chatsworth or Haddon Hall
- A scenic drive back through the Peak District
Not a bad way to spend a day.
Can't make the journey?
If travelling to Matlock isn't practical, we also offer free virtual video appointments — hosted live from the showroom, they're a great way to explore the collection from your own home.
We'd love to show you around
Whether you're coming from Derby, London, Cornwall or Scotland, we hope you'll enjoy your visit to this beautiful corner of Derbyshire — and while you're here, we'd love to show you around Old Boot.
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