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?

Ashover is another scenic village nestled between Chesterfield and Matlock.

29. Ashover

Ashover is another scenic village nestled between Chesterfield and Matlock. Photo: Brian Eyre

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Stoney Middleton is known for its remarkable limestone cliffs, and is also home to Toll Bar Fish and Chips - an award-winning chippy that counts Jarvis Cocker and Liam Gallagher among its customers.

30. Stoney Middleton

Stoney Middleton is known for its remarkable limestone cliffs, and is also home to Toll Bar Fish and Chips - an award-winning chippy that counts Jarvis Cocker and Liam Gallagher among its customers. Photo: Brian Eyre

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Belper is perfect to visit if you’re planning a day trip this autumn.

31. Belper

Belper is perfect to visit if you’re planning a day trip this autumn. Photo: Brian Eyre

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Chapel-en-le-Frith is another great day trip destination in the High Peak.

32. Chapel-en-le-Frith

Chapel-en-le-Frith is another great day trip destination in the High Peak. Photo: jason chadwick

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