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Castleton Cottages

Castleton is a large village situated in the county of Derbyshire. It lies at the Western entrance of the Peak District's Hope Valley which sweeps down to the Yorkshire border. Castleton cottages enable visitors to take in the splendour of this magnificent region - you'll find a selection of properties included below.

Near Castleon's village green lies Peveril Castle. Dating back to Norman times, it affords some impressive views of the surrounding countryside and is protected by the English Heritage. Lying underneath the castle is Peak Cavern, one of many underground caves found in the area. It's mouth is the largest in Britain and leads to a number of rock chambers such as Devil's Cavern and the Orchestral Chamber; known for its acoustic properties.

Mam Tor, is about a mile west of Castleton and stands at 1697ft. It's also known as the 'Shivering Mountain' due to the effects of erosion, which causes shale to fall into the valley below. At its summit lies an Iron Age fort.

Garland Day is Castleton's most important annual event and takes place during the latter half of May. A Garland King, made from a wooden frame is covered with flowers and paraded through the town on horseback, accompanied by morris dancing in the Castleton market place. The custom, which has endured for hundreds of years, celebrates the restoration of the monarchy in England and Ireland. For info on Castleton cottage rentals see below.

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Willow Cottage - Castleton cottages with Cottages 4 You
Part of a terraced building in Hathersage in the Hope Valley, Willow Cottage has many traditional features including wooden beams in its living room and dining area. It has two bedrooms; 1 double, 1 single with a shower room/basin and toilet. It's available for short break rentals throughout the year and pets are welcome. There's also a woodburner stove in the lounge and a shared patio area with furniture and BBQ. Visit the rental agent listed above for further information and booking details.

Cherry Tree Cottage - Castleton cottage rentals - Cottages 4 You
If you're looking for Castleton cottages, then this restored 17th century property may be well-suited to your requirements. Standing in Castleton's market square, it has a beamed lounge with dining room and a fitted kitchen on the ground floor. The first floor consists of a double bedroom with four poster bed and a twin bedded room. The bathroom has shower over bath. Available for short breaks all year and pub nearby. See above for a wider range of self catering accommodation in Castleton.

Castleton self-catering attractions

There is much to engage the interest of holiday makers at Castleton cottages in Castleton. In the heart of the Peak district, it has some fascinating underground caves, intriguing historical sites and a wealth of outdoor activities to enjoy.

Outdoor activities
The hang-gliding and Paragliding centre at Mam Tor provides courses and individual instruction. The Castleton Caverns are a renowned centre for rock-climbing and pot-holing enthusiasts - 105 steps lead down to Speedwell Cavern where visitors can take an underground boat ride to an 18th century lead mine.

Nags Head

Food and drink
The Nag’s Head on Cross Street is an old 17th century coaching inn, that features a gian English breakfast and full day menu. The George in Castle Street is even older an dates back to 1543 - it has on of the largest collections of malt whisky in the UK and serves traditional, home-cooked food. The many cafes and tea rooms offer a more informal dining experience and are all good value.

History and Culture
Notable historical attractions include the beautiful Chatsworth House, 12th century Peveril Castle, and the eery plague village of Eyam. In May, the colourful Garland Ceremony takes place with Morris dancing and singing – this popular event attracts visitors for miles around. There is also a farmer’s market that takes place in the Square on the first Sunday of each month.

Supermarkets and shops
Three general stores cater for everyday needs and if you wish to sample the local produce, For browsing, there are several antique shops worth investigating, some fine craft shops and an amazing antiquarian bookshop of which the town is very proud.