Highlights & History of Derbyshire 2026
Buxton Crescent Experience
Bakewell
Calke Abbey © National Trust Images Rupert Truman www.nationaltrust.org
Chatsworth House Credit Chatsworth House Trust
Ashbourne Church
The Ashbourne Gingerbread Shop © Visit Peak District & Derbyshire Rachel Briody
The Original Bakewell Pudding Shop © Visit Peak District & Derbyshire Rachel Briody
Known for its outstanding scenery, picturesque spa towns, not to mention its impressive stately houses, Derbyshire really offers so many amazing experiences. You will be spoilt for choice. Our five-day tour includes the best highlights from the Buxton Crescent Experience, breathtaking Chatsworth House to the historic towns of Ashbourne and Matlock Bath.
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Matlock Bath & Calke Abbey
After breakfast, we explore the picturesque spa town of Matlock Bath. Set in a scenic riverside location in a limestone gorge, the town has been attracting visitors since the 17th century. This afternoon, we visit the unique and ‘unstately’ Calke Abbey. Home to the Harpur-Crewe family for 12 generations, the house is preserved in the state of decline it was in from 1985 when it was handed over to the National Trust. Known as hoarders, the family amassed a vast collection of hidden treasures. See the walled gardens and orangery, baroque style mansion with abandoned rooms and the parkland.
Day 3 Buxton Crescent Experience & Ashbourne
Our day begins at the Buxton Crescent Experience, set within the stunning Grade I listed Crescent building. We explore more than 10,000 years of history covering Buxton, the Crescent, Buxton Water and the people who have visited. Our experience ends with a visit to the Pump Room to see the sunken oval pool where the mineral water still rises from the ground. This afternoon, we head for Ashbourne known for its winding cobbled streets, charming Market Place and handsome Tudor and Georgian architecture.
Day 4 Chatsworth House & Bakewell
Today we travel to Chatsworth House in the heart of the Peak District. There are many rooms to explore, including the magnificent Painted Hall, as well as a diverse art collection to admire and spectacular gardens. We spend this afternoon at leisure in the market town of Bakewell, famed of course for its puddings.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Matlock Bath & Calke Abbey
After breakfast, we explore the picturesque spa town of Matlock Bath. Set in a scenic riverside location in a limestone gorge, the town has been attracting visitors since the 17th century. This afternoon, we visit the unique and ‘unstately’ Calke Abbey. Home to the Harpur-Crewe family for 12 generations, the house is preserved in the state of decline it was in from 1985 when it was handed over to the National Trust. Known as hoarders, the family amassed a vast collection of hidden treasures. See the walled gardens and orangery, baroque style mansion with abandoned rooms and the parkland.
Day 3 Buxton Crescent Experience & Ashbourne
Our day begins at the Buxton Crescent Experience, set within the stunning Grade I listed Crescent building. We explore more than 10,000 years of history covering Buxton, the Crescent, Buxton Water and the people who have visited. Our experience ends with a visit to the Pump Room to see the sunken oval pool where the mineral water still rises from the ground. This afternoon, we head for Ashbourne known for its winding cobbled streets, charming Market Place and handsome Tudor and Georgian architecture.
Day 4 Chatsworth House & Bakewell
Today we travel to Chatsworth House in the heart of the Peak District. There are many rooms to explore, including the magnificent Painted Hall, as well as a diverse art collection to admire and spectacular gardens. We spend this afternoon at leisure in the market town of Bakewell, famed of course for its puddings.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Derby Mickleover, BW Signature Collection
Mickleover, Derby
Located at Mickleover on the outskirts of Derby, the Derby Mickleover offers a warm
welcome to groups. There is lift access to all 99 bedrooms which are of a good size and all contain a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a large restaurant with plenty of natural daylight and also a bar leading to the open plan reception. A lounge can be found on the first floor and is an ideal place to relax away from the hustle and bustle below. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and solarium.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
The Derby Mickleover Hotel BW Signature Collection
Derby, Derbyshire
4 Nights Half Board
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Inclusions
• Entrance to Calke Abbey
• 90-minute Buxton Crescent Experience
• Entrance to Chatsworth House & Gardens
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