A visit to Derbyshire and the Peak District would not be complete until you’ve done these things – including visits to iconic filming locations, historical sites and scenic spots.
Derbyshire and the Peak District are certainly popular destinations, with the Peak District National Park welcoming over 12 million visitors each year.
These are some of the things that almost every visitor to Derbyshire and the Peak District should have done – including trips to some of the county’s most remarkable country houses, historical sites and tourist attractions.
The full list can be found below – is there anything or anywhere else you think should be included?
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1. Visit the ‘Dambusters’ training site
The RAF's 617 Squadron, who carried out the famous ‘Dambusters Raid’ on the Ruhr Valley in 1943, trained for their mission in the skies over the Derwent Dam - making this a unique place to visit for any history buffs with an interest in the Second World War. Photo: Johnston Press
2. Explore the region’s links to Robin Hood
The Grave of Little John, Robin Hood’s second-in-command, can be found at St. Michael’s Church in the heart of Hathersage. While there is little evidence proving he is buried here, ballads suggest that he originated from Hathersage and settled there again later in his life. Lud’s Church, another Peak District spot popular with visitors, was known as a secret place of worship in the 15th century - and myths also claim that Robin Hood and Friar Tuck hid here from the authorities. Photo: Phil Sproson Photography - Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
3. Explore the iconic Chatsworth estate
The magnificent Chatsworth House is one of the country’s most well-known stately homes - and has been used in a number of TV shows and films. From Pride and Prejudice to Peaky Blinders, Chatsworth has continued to grace our screens over the years - making it one of the Peak District’s most frequently visited attractions. Photo: Brian Eyre
4. Visit Derbyshire’s ‘little Switzerland’
Matlock Bath is one of the most scenic villages in Derbyshire, and is a popular destination for people visiting the county. The village became a hotspot for significant historical figures after warm springs were discovered in the late 1600s. Lord Byron visited and compared the area to alpine Switzerland, and the nickname of ‘little Switzerland’ was born. There are plenty of things to do in the area - with the cable car at the Heights of Abraham a favourite among visitors. Photo: Brian Eyre