Castleton Cottage offers access to some of the best and most stunning countryside in the Peak District. From the village it is an easy climb to the top of Mam Tor to marvel at the views, explore the rugged Edale, or venture out along the Pennine Way. Peveril Castle is a must see in the very heart of the village else on more restful days visit Tideswell with its well dressings, the ‘Dambusters’ Derwent Valley dams or Victorian Buxton. Children will treasure memories of the ‘dares’ they gave each other in Chatsworth’s adventure playground and the many other estates in the area including Hardwick and Haddon Hall. Castleton is walking distance to the many of the famous caverns including Speedwell – an exciting underground boating experience plus Blue John and Peak Cavern.
Below are a few local photos we have put together, plus a little information on some of the surrounding villages.
For more information, please visit www.visitpeakdistrict.com.
If you are keen to visit other villages in the area, here are a few of our recommendations.
Bakewell
This market town is famous for its local Bakewell Pudding. The shops wind around the popular River Wye which offers an easy 20km cycle route perfect for a family day out. It has plenty to offer with outdoor walking shops to excellent quality pubs and restaurants plus a great playground for children.
Buxton
Home of Buxton Water, this gorgeous spa town is in the very centre of the Peak District, the UK’s oldest National Park.
For more information on events, what to see and how to get there, visit this website, www.visitbuxton.co.uk.
Tideswell
A large and very picturesque village set in the limestone uplands near Buxton, this community has some fine old buildings and a remarkable church with some excellent walks available and a vast selection of pubs.
www.visitpeakdistrict.com/explore/towns-and-villages/tideswell-p680341
Matlock
Once famed for its hydro and spa treatments, Matlock’s central location, scenic surroundings and public transport links make it a popular base for exploring the best of the Peak District and Derbyshire.
From their mining museum to the various amusement arcades, Gulliver’s Kingdom to the Heights of Abraham, there really is something for everyone in this rocky, fascinating town.
Crown Square and the river Derwent lie at the heart of Matlock, and the gateway to award-winning Hall Leys Park with its boating lake, riverside walks, tennis courts and skateboard park. Hall Leys is the first of five beautifully restored public parks stretching along the Derwent to Matlock Bath – a scenic option for a leisurely stroll.
For a trip back in time, hop on a steam or diesel train operated by Peak Rail from Matlock to Rowsley, or head for nearby Crich Tramway Village and pay an old penny to ride on a vintage tram.
For more information visit www.visitpeakdistrict.com/explore/towns-and-villages/matlock-p680431
Eyam
This extraordinary and beautiful, historic village of Eyam (pronounced ‘eem’), in the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, England became famous after the Black Death of 1665 and 1666. It is well worth a visit.
Derwent Valley
Not a village as such, but a spot simply not to be missed if you are in the Peaks.
Derwent is an old, submerged village in the Peak District which is currently under the Ladybower reservoir in Derbyshire. The only remaining indicator of the existence of the village of Derwent is by the villages war memorial which is located to the west of the village. There is a small visitors’ centre surrounded by simply stunning scenery and incredible walks, in the summer months there is bike hire, and the small kiosk is open all year around for snacks and hot drinks.
It is simply a must see.
For more information visit www.peakdistrict.org/derwent
These are simply a few suggestions on places to visit in and around the Peak District however Castleton Cottage has plenty more maps and leaflets with information on places to visit and walks in the area.