Muddy Stilettos, an online magazine, has featured Derbyshire as part of its Best 260 Places to Live series. From Buxton to Belper, they have chosen 10 beautiful towns and villages that are a cut above the rest.
Here are the 10 places across Derbyshire and the Peak District that made it onto their list – is there anywhere else you think should have been included?
1. Best places to live
These are some of the places ranked among the best towns and villages in Derbyshire by Muddy Stilettos. Photo: Brian Eyre/Jason Chadwick
2. Wirksworth
Wirksworth was recommended by Muddy Stilettos for its independent eateries, beautiful scenery and thriving artistic community. Photo: Photo © Derek Voller (cc-by-sa/2.0)
3. Hathersage
Hathersage was highlighted as an ideal place to live for keen hikers, cyclists and climbers - with some of the most popular walking routes in the Peak District in close proximity to the village. Photo: jason chadwick
4. Belper
Belper was praised for its great high street and schools - and offers easy access to the Peak District. Photo: Brian Eyre