Derbyshire and the Peak District offer something for everyone – whether you’re looking for scenic views, historic landmarks, natural beauty spots or remarkable places to explore.
We decided to celebrate this by compiling a list of some of the most beautiful places for you to visit across the county – helping to provide inspiration for your next trip to Derbyshire and the Peak District.
41. Hartington
Hartington is perfect to visit if you’re searching for places to explore over the coming weeks. It can be found in the south of the Peak District National Park and is popular with walkers - providing access to the scenic walking routes across the Dove Valley. Photo: Brian Eyre
42. Tissington
Tissington is an idyllic village that is perfect to explore this autumn. Photo: Brian Eyre
43. Hathersage
Hathersage has strong literary connections - having inspired Charlotte Brontë while she was writing Jane Eyre. The nearby North Lees Hall (pictured here) also became the main inspiration for Thornfield Hall. The Grave of Little John, Robin Hood’s second-in-command, can be found at St. Michael’s Church in the heart of Hathersage. While there is little evidence proving he is buried here, ballads suggest that he originated from Hathersage and settled there again later in his life. Photo: Phil Sproson Photography - Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
44. Bakewell
Bakewell is home to the Rutland Arms, once acclaimed as ‘Derbyshire’s most famous inn’, which was built in 1804 - and can count Charles Dickens among its famous visitors over the years. It is also believed that Jane Austen wrote the literary classic 'Pride & Prejudice' whilst staying at The Rutland Arms - taking inspiration from the beauty of the Peak District. Today, Bakewell is one of the most popular tourist hotspots across the Peak District - with plenty of places to shop, eat and drink across the town. Photo: Anne Shelley