Known for its outstanding scenery, stunning Peak District National Park, 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.
River Wye at Bakewell
Buxton Crescent Experience Crescent and Pump Room
Chatsworth House Credit Chatsworth House Trust
Matlock Bath and River Derwent
Itinerary
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Matlock Bath & Kedleston House
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. Discover its quirky shops, places of interest and pretty cafes. This afternoon, on the return from Matlock Bath, we visit the 18th century mansion & seat of the Curzon family, Kedleston Hall. Framed by historic parkland and formal gardens, the house boasts opulent interiors and an extensive collection of paintings, sculpture and original furnishings.
Day 3 Buxton Crescent Experience & Ashbourne
Our day begins with travelling to the thermal spa town of Buxton for the Buxton Crescent Experience, set within the stunning Grade I listed Crescent building. Consisting of nine themed rooms, we explore more than 10,000 years of history covering Buxton, the Crescent, Buxton Water and the people who have visited to bathe in the thermal mineral water. Our experience ends with a visit to the Grade II listed Pump Room to see the sunken oval pool where the 5,000-year-old 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, State Rooms, Sketch Galleries and beautiful Sculpture Gallery as well as a diverse art collection to admire, in addition to the famous spectacular gardens. We spend this afternoon at leisure in the market town of Bakewell, famed of course for its puddings. Located on the River Wye, it is replete with stone buildings and courtyards typical of this gorgeous region.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Hotel
Derby Mickleover, BW Signature Collection
Mickleover, Derby
Located at Mickleover on the outskirts of Derby, the Derby Mickleover Hotel 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.
BarLeisure FacilitiesLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Holiday Inn South Normanton M1 Jct 28
Alfreton, Derbyshire
Offering convenient M1 motorway access, this modern, welcoming hotel is ideally located within a short drive of the beautiful Peak District and a mile from the East Midlands Designer Outlet. The 157 bedrooms are stylish and well equipped with a TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, iron & board and free Wi-Fi and a good number are located on the ground floor. Food and drink wise, there’s a contemporary restaurant, bar and lounge.
BarGround Floor RoomsLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Pricing
Inclusions
- Entrance to Kedleston House
- Entrance to Buxton Crescent Experience
- Entrance to Chatsworth House & Gardens
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4 Nights Half Board
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