Peak District Holiday Cottages Blog

Enjoy walking ? Come and visit the Tower at Crich. This is a very popular destination for walking with both locals and also tourists.  

Springtime in Bakewell

Springtime in Bakewell is well and truly here. With lovely scenery and a relaxing atmosphere, enjoy a spring in Bakewell. Located in the Derbyshire Dales, Bakewell is a small market town, which is well known for the local confection Bakewell Pudding.  

Enjoy the natural beauty of Bakewell

Bakewell offers fantastic views and scenery. Known for its natural beauty, Bakewell offers a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all ages.    

The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop

The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop freshly bakes all of their products daily, from fresh bread, cakes and their famous Bakewell Pudding. To find out more information about The Original Bakewell Pudding Shop, please click here for more details.    

Rutland Arms Hotel

The Rutland Arms Hotel with its history has a lot to offer. It has been said that the writer Jane Austen had previously stayed there, whilst making her book 'Pride and Prejudice'. For more information on the Rutland Arms Hotel, please click here.  

Springtime in Monyash at The Smithy Cafe/Bistro

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. To find out more information about The Smithy Cafe/Bistro, please click here.  

Springtime in Monyash at The Bulls Head

The Bulls Head at Monyash is situated in the centre of the village, just next to the village green. At the Bulls Head you will find good food, real ales and a warm welcome. To find out more information about the bulls head, please click here.

This historic pub is known as one of the best in the Peak District. Situated just off the Monsal Trail, the pub is surrounding by some of the most striking scenery that the peaks have to offer. Settle down by the open fire or savour the views in the sun, while enjoying real ales and tasty food, of which locally sourced. Wild boar, buffalo and venison can all be found on the expansive menu and changing specials board. A quirky tapas menu is also available. Food is served Monday to Friday 12 till 3 and 6 till 9, Saturday 12-9 and Sunday 12-8. Bookings are always advised. Address: Packhorse Inn, Main Street, Little Longstone, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1NN Telephone: 01629 640471 Click here to find on Google Maps www.packhorselongstone.co.uk

Situated in the heart of the peak district, joining the Monsal Trail one of the most spectacular leisure routes in Britain, the Hassop Station cafe was opened in 2010. The elegant old station building, complimented with a large sunny days, is perfect for sunny days and outside dining. The fully licensed cafe serves a large range of delicious homemade food, made with locally sourced products. Breakfast is served every morning from 9am, offering a range from croissants to fruit salads. The cafe is open 7 days a week from 9am – 5pm. Hassop Station is extremely child friendly and has disabled access, cloakroom and free wi-fi. Address: Hassop Station, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1NW Telephone: 01629 815668 www.hassopstation.co.uk

Upstairs Cafe is located above the farmers market shop, this busy, modernised cafe is in the heart of Bakewell. A wide range of snacks are available from the daily specials board, using fresh quality food. A selection of house wines are also available as well as cold continental and smooth beers. Friendly and welcoming staff the Upstairs cafe is a must visit in Bakewell. Open from 9:30-4:30 Mon-Sat, and 10:30-4:30 Sundays. Address: 3 Market Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1HG Telephone: 01629 815567

Tucked away behind Hebden courtyard, this delightful Tea Room is one not to be missed. The convivial ambience only adds to the pleasant experience of china cups and traditional styled tea pots. Address: 6 Hebden Court, Matlock Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1EE Telephone: 01629 814466 Click here to view location in Google Maps

Described by Simon Jenkins in “1000 Best Houses” as “the most romantic house to survive from the middle ages”. Set in the heart of the beautiful Peak District National Park, parts of the house date from the 12th Century, sitting like a jewel in its Elizabethan terraced gardens, and overlooking the River Wye. Film-makers flock to Haddon Hall to use it as a location. The house and grounds have played host to no less than three versions of “Jane Eyre”. Screen credits also include Elizabeth”, Pride & Prejudice” and “The Other Boleyn Girl”. This year marks the silver jubilee of “The Princess Bride”, the cult classic movie in which Haddon Hall became Humperdinck’s Castle. Haddon has its own romantic tale - that of Dorothy Vernon’s elopement with John Manners. Little wonder Haddon Hall is recognised as one of the most romantic houses in Britain. www.haddonhall.co.uk

Looking for a great day out, in the Peak District, Derbyshire? Then explore our web site to see that the cable car journey is just the start. Your cable car ticket also gives FREE ENTRY to the Caverns, Exhibitions and Hilltop Park. The Heights of Abraham is currently closed for winter maintenance; we look forward to welcoming visitors back on 15th February 2014. www.heightsofabraham.com

Gulliver's Kingdom is unique in that is specially designed for families with children aged between the years of 2 and 13. The wide range of rides and attractions - from the Western World and pirates play area, to the log flume and Drop Tower – makes Gullivers Kingdom one of the best theme parks for children in the UK. Set on a stunning hillside, there's extra adventure, added adrenaline and fabulous views all thrown in for free! Our location makes for a unique theme park experience adding an extra dimension to your ride thrills, the illusion of super-high tower rides and flight-like coasters, and at an altitude of 629 feet (overlooking a valley some 300 feet below), there's not another log flume in Europe with views like this one! Entrances on two terraces provide convenient access from our free car park, plus there's a travellator and a chairlift (both buggy-friendly) to help transport you from the bottom to the top in just a few minutes! Gulliver’s Kingdom Matlock Bath