Description
The wild beauty of this area was an inspiration to authors and artists alike and should be experienced to be fully appreciated. There’s such contrast to the scenery from the lowlands and dales to the peaks.
Itinerary
Day 1 Departure
A morning departure stopping for lunch and sightseeing in the delightful Lincolnshire town of Stamford, used in the film ‘Pride and Prejudice’ as Meryton, the home of the Bennet family, en-route to our resort hotel.
Day 2 At leisure
At leisure with one included excursion.
Included Excursion
New Full Day Chatsworth House Today we have a full day included excursion to the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth House (admission included). Set on the banks of The River Derwent, Chatsworth was originally built in 1555 and set in 100 acres of magnificent gardens.
Days 3-4 (5 day holiday only) At leisure
At leisure with two included excursions.
Included Excursion
Full Day High Peaks An included “High Peaks” excursion takes us via the pretty town of Bakewell. We continue to the spa town of Buxton, the highest town in England, renowned for its mineral waters that first attracted the Romans to this area. We continue via Glossop, over the Snake Pass (weather permitting) dropping down to the tranquil Ladybower Reservoir, before returning by way of Hathersage.
Included Excursion
Full Day The “Dales” Matlock Bath & Hartington An included excursion to the “Dales”. Our first stop is Matlock Bath, set in the Derwent Gorge, before continuing through Dovedale to Hartington. We return by way of the visitors centre at Carsington Reservoir.
Last Day Travel home
We depart for home, stopping at Rufford Abbey to view its gardens and craft centre, arriving home during the evening.
Venue Information
3 Days: Holiday Inn Rotherham / Sheffield 5 Days: Holiday Inn Derby / Nottingham
Our 3 day holiday stays at the Holiday Inn Rotherham / Sheffield, and our 5 day holiday stays at the Holiday inn Derby / Nottingham. Both hotels have a restaurant and lounge bar. All bedrooms are en suite and have TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. In addition to this the Holiday Inn Rotherham / Sheffield has a gym, indoor pool, sauna, steam room and beauty salon.