Manchester Airport 1 hr 25
Heights of Abraham (13 min) Hilltop park reached by cable car, with cavern tours, walking trails, fossil exhibitions and cafe. Black Rocks (18 min) Outcrop of Ashover grit, reached by a short, but steep climb from the car park, with superb views. Peak Rail (12 min) Haddon Hall (26 min) This stately home has a grand Tudor hall and Elizabethan gardens. Stanton Moor (19 min) The Nine Ladies stone circle is this highland moor's most famous landmark. Bolsover Castle (29 min) Intricately decorated romantic castle with discovery centre and extensive scenic grounds and a cafe. Dovedale (50 min) Scenic valley & nature reserve with a wooded ravine, iconic limestone formations & walking paths. Cromford Mills (14 min) 1800s water-powered cotton mill offering guided tours & a visitor centre with shops & cafes. Crich Tramway Village (14 min) Restored period village with historic facades and the National Tram Museum's collection of vehicles. Peak District Mining Museum (13 min) Grand building in a scenic limestone gorge, with interactive exhibits including climbing shafts. National Trust - Hardwick (31 min) Architecturally advanced 16th-century country house with notable tapestry and needlework collection. Carsington Water (30 min) Picturesque reservoir offering a visitor center, restaurant, multi-use trails & water sport rentals. Chatsworth House (22 min) Lavish stately home with noted art collection, plus a playground and farmyard in the lush grounds. Matlock Farm Park (7 min) Kid-friendly spot with play areas, go-karting & a petting zoo with Highland cattle, llamas & more. Gulliver's Kingdom (14 min) Theme park aimed at children aged 2-13, with rides, attractions dinosaur area and family discounts. |