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Ashbourne is a market town located in the county of
Derbyshire. Considered to be the Southern gateway to the
Peak District, it is an historic town with cobbled streets and well-preserved Georgian buildings. We've include two properties below that may be suitable for those looking for Ashbourne cottages.
Originally a small Saxon hamlet, Ashbourne began to flourish and grow during the 18th century and was a meeting point for a number of coaching routes. It has over 200 listed buildings including a range of old coaching inns like the Green Man and Black's Head. Church street has a selection of historically significant buildings including The Mansion and the 13th century St Oswalds Church which has a 200ft spire.
Ashbourne's cobbled market place is the town's central meeting point - market days take place on Thursday and Saturdays. It can be reach via Victoria Square, which was once known as The Shambles. This area of town boast a variety of shops and antique outlets and there's also a collection of pubs and bistros found dotted around the market square.
The Shrove Tide Football match, one of Ashbourne's most famous customs, takes place annually. Contested by the Uppards and Downards, the object is to ground a leather ball in one of two goals that lie 3 miles apart. It is a particularly rough game but has been a local tradition for hundreds of years. For information about cottages in Ashbourne see the info below.
Hall Farm Cottages - Ashbourne cottages with Cottages 4 You
Located in the Peak District National Park, Hall Farm cottage provides some magnificent views of the Manifold Valley. This hoiday property consists of an open plan living room, dining area and kitchen on the ground floor. There are 2 bedrooms on the first with a bathroom and shower over bath. Its available for short break rentals throughout the year and there are 2 person discounts for certain dates. Sleeps 4. Visit the link above for more self catering cottages in Ashbourne.
Garden Farm Cottage - Cottages in Ashbourne from Cottages 4 You
This 4 star self catering holiday cottage is set within 7 acres of private grounds, on the outskirts of Ilam Hall Country Park, near Ashbourne. Tissington and High Peak trails are also close-by as is the picturesque Manifold Valley. On the ground floor there's a large farmhouse kitchen/ dining area and a twin bedded room with en-suite shower room. There's also a double bedroom upstairs. Pets are welcome and it accommodates 4. See the company above for further information.
Ashbourne self-catering attractions
Ashbourne has a great deal to offer cottage holiday makers, combining a strong sense of its history with a modern shopping facilities and specialist Art and Craft shops - it is popular destination for lovers of Antiques.
Outdoor activities
Hot air ballooning with the
Dragon Balloon Company provides an exhilarating experience as well as a fascinating view of the English countryside - hang gliding in Hope Valley is also popular. The countryside around Ashbourne is also well suited to hiking and rambling and takes in some impressive views of the Lake District.
Food, drink and entertainment
There is a wide range of high quality food available from local bistros and cafes as well as several award-winning restaurants, which all serve local produce and include
Tastes and the
Lamplight. Delicatessens in the high street offer speciality cheeses, pastries and chocolates and there is a traditional butcher and fishmonger for self-caterers.
History and Culture
Ashbourne is one of Derbyshire’s finest old market towns and the medieval streets and historic buildings have changed very little since the eighteenth century. Worth a visit is the cobbled market place and elegant Church Street with its fine Georgian houses. There is an Arts Festival in June and the annual Agricultural Show takes place in August.
Supermarkets and shops
Renowned for its boutiques, antique shops and specialist food stores, Ashbourne offers a delightful shopping experience. There is a market every Thursday and Saturday throughout the year continuing a tradition dating back to 1257. It is also a Fairtrade Town which means that these products are readily available in the supermarket.
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