This historic Derbyshire village is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 - where it was recorded as belonging to Henry de Ferrers and being worth eight shillings. The Rowtor Rocks lie just outside the village of Birchover, where caves, rooms, tunnels, steps and even an armchair have been carved into the stone. Victorian tourists were led to believe these were the work of an ancient Druid community - but were carved by a local man some 300 years ago.placeholder image
This historic Derbyshire village is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 - where it was recorded as belonging to Henry de Ferrers and being worth eight shillings. The Rowtor Rocks lie just outside the village of Birchover, where caves, rooms, tunnels, steps and even an armchair have been carved into the stone. Victorian tourists were led to believe these were the work of an ancient Druid community - but were carved by a local man some 300 years ago.

These beautiful places are among the first places you need to explore as autumn gets closer across Derbyshire and the Peak District – including Bakewell, Castleton, Hathersage, Buxton and Matlock

By Tom Hardwick
Published 15th Sep 2026, 11:59 GMT

If you’re planning a day trip as autumn approaches, these spots across Derbyshire and the Peak District are among some of the best places to visit.

Derbyshire and the Peak District are home to a number of beautiful towns and villages – with plenty of great destinations to be found wherever you are across the county.

Some of the area’s most picturesque destinations, all of which are perfect to explore over the coming weeks, are listed below – will you be visiting any of these places?

Wirksworth is situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, making it a perfect base from which to enjoy some of Derbyshire’s most scenic countryside - and the town itself has plenty on offer to keep visitors entertained.

5. Wirksworth

Wirksworth is situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, making it a perfect base from which to enjoy some of Derbyshire’s most scenic countryside - and the town itself has plenty on offer to keep visitors entertained. Photo: Brian Eyre

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Baslow is only a two mile walk from Chatsworth House, and this picturesque village is the perfect place to stop if you want a drink and a bite to eat after visiting the famous estate.

6. Baslow

Baslow is only a two mile walk from Chatsworth House, and this picturesque village is the perfect place to stop if you want a drink and a bite to eat after visiting the famous estate. Photo: Brian Eyre

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This idyllic village is perfect if you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy a relaxed stroll amid picturesque surroundings.

7. Tissington

This idyllic village is perfect if you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy a relaxed stroll amid picturesque surroundings. Photo: Brian Eyre

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Beeley has been part of the Chatsworth Estate since the 17th century, and the village is home to the popular Devonshire Arms - a four star country inn.

8. Beeley

Beeley has been part of the Chatsworth Estate since the 17th century, and the village is home to the popular Devonshire Arms - a four star country inn. Photo: jason chadwick

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