Derbyshire Peaks, Trams & Tarts

Chatsworth House

Chatsworth house offers visitors a treasure trove of modern and historic artifacts. Wander around the three floors where you can see magnificent displays of art, furniture, sculptures and paintings housed in ornately decorated rooms. From the grandeur of the 1st Duke's Painted Hall and State Apartments with their rich decoration and painted ceilings, to the 19th century Library, Great Dining Room and Sculpture Gallery. There is just as much to see outside with 1000 acres of gardens described by Alan Titchmarsh as 'one of the best and most vibrant gardens in Britain'.

 

Bakewell

Bakewell is the only market town within the Peak District National Park boundary and its attractive courtyards, independent shops, cafés and its location on the River Wye make it a hugely popular destination for visitors. Bakewell is best known for a confection made by mistake. In the 19th century a cook at the Rutland Arms was baking a jam tart but misunderstood the recipe and so Bakewell Pudding was created - now almost every visitor to the town samples this culinary delight.

 

Crich Tramway Museum

Nestling on the edge of the Peak District this award-winning museum takes you on a mile-long scenic journey through a period street to open countryside with panoramic views over the Derwent Valley. Enjoy unlimited vintage tram rides, and explore 30,000 sq ft of indoor attractions. The Exhibition Hall houses the largest collection of vintage electric trams in Britain. Step back in time along the recreated period street where you won't have to wait long for the rumble of a vintage tram. Many of the buildings along the street have been rescued from towns and cities across the UK, such as the Derby Assembly Rooms façade which came to Crich after a tragic fire. The Red Lion Pub and Restaurant came all the way from Stoke and was re-built brick by brick. Also look out for the street furniture which is dotted along the street, including the Bundy Clock at Town End Terminus and The Exhibition Hall windows which were rescued from the Doncaster tram depot. There are lots of places to visit on the Tramway Street such as Rita’s Tearoom, The Red Lion Pub and the Poulson Room, Barnett’s old fashioned sweetshop, Scothern and Williamson gift shop, the Eagle Press and Bluebells Ice Cream Parlour and refreshments.

 

Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway is a 9-mile long heritage railway which operates passenger services on the line between Wirksworth and Duffield mainly using heritage diesel railcars. The Ecclesbourne Valley is one of Derbyshire’s most lovely and unspoilt valleys, stretching from the northern outskirts of Derby at Duffield, to Wirksworth, an ancient market town with a maze of interesting alleyways and narrow streets.

The Hallmark Hotel, Derby

 

Combining Victorian features with contemporary décor and amenities, the Hallmark Hotel Derby is one of the city’s landmark buildings.

 

All single, double and twin bedrooms have:

 

Spacious working desk and chair

Complimentary toiletries

Freeview TV

Tea and coffee-making facilities

Hair-dryer

Laundry service 

WiFi

 

Bar, restaurant and elegant lounge, lift and ground floor rooms available.