Peak District Holiday Cottages Blog
Carsington Water
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Carsington Water[/caption]
Carsington Water is a large Reservoir just between Wirksworth and Ashbourne. The reservoir has been a very popular visitor attraction since being opened by the Queen in 1992.
The lively visitor centre provides a wide range of facilities. These include shops selling souvenirs, craft items, books etc. There is also a cafe and a restaurant. There is wheelchair access provided. (more…)
Carsington Water[/caption]
Carsington Water is a large Reservoir just between Wirksworth and Ashbourne. The reservoir has been a very popular visitor attraction since being opened by the Queen in 1992.
The lively visitor centre provides a wide range of facilities. These include shops selling souvenirs, craft items, books etc. There is also a cafe and a restaurant. There is wheelchair access provided. (more…)
The Smithy Cafe
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The Old Smithy Bistro, Monyash[/caption]
The Old Smithy Tearooms is the former village blacksmiths, a 250 year old building full of character. The Cafe is located in the very centre of the Peak District village of Monyash right at the head of the beautiful Lathkill Dale nature reserve.
The Old Smithy is a well established, family run business hugely popular with locals and visitors alike. Offering a range of hot and cold snacks right through to full meals including the famous “Smithy’s Breakfast”. (more…)
The Old Smithy Bistro, Monyash[/caption]
The Old Smithy Tearooms is the former village blacksmiths, a 250 year old building full of character. The Cafe is located in the very centre of the Peak District village of Monyash right at the head of the beautiful Lathkill Dale nature reserve.
The Old Smithy is a well established, family run business hugely popular with locals and visitors alike. Offering a range of hot and cold snacks right through to full meals including the famous “Smithy’s Breakfast”. (more…) 
Pooles Cavern
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Pooles Cavern[/caption]
Take a Journey beneath the earth with expert guides, explore the vast limestone caverns and see how crystal stalactites and stalagmites have lined the chambers of Pooles Cavern over millions of years. (more…)
Pooles Cavern[/caption]
Take a Journey beneath the earth with expert guides, explore the vast limestone caverns and see how crystal stalactites and stalagmites have lined the chambers of Pooles Cavern over millions of years. (more…) 
The Heights of Abraham
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Heights of Abraham[/caption]
Heights of Abraham[/caption]
Matlock Cable Car System
The Heights of Abraham opened in 1780 and has always been one of Peak District's most popular destinations. Originally the Heights of Abraham was reached on foot and required visitors to scale the steep slopes of Masson Hill. (more…)
Rakes Cottage
At a glance
- Sleeps 4, 1 twin & 1 double bedroom both with en-suite
- Pets welcome (number to be arranged at the time of booking)
- Contemporary, open plan kitchen/diner
- Comfortable and quality furnishings
- Quiet and attractive grounds
- Free Wifi (please note that this can be intermittent due to our rural location)
Derby Cottage
At a glance
- Sleeps 2 people, 1 double bed with en-suite
- Well-equipped open plan kitchen / diner / sitting room
- Spacious bedroom with room for a cot which can be provided on request
- Quiet and attractive grounds
- Pets welcome (number to be arranged at the time of booking)
- Free Wifi (please note that this can be intermittent due to our rural location)
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