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The Peak District is located in North Derbyshire and is a landscape of moorland and green valleys. Rocky crags rise up from heather moors, punctuated by wooded dales and pastures. See this celebrated region for yourself by visiting the rental agent below which provides a range of Peak District holiday cottages.
The Peak District National Park forms a large part of the region, covering over 500 square miles. This is where the Pennine Way begins - a 250 mile track that runs along the Pennine Chain towards the Scottish Border. It is also known as 'adventure country' and is perfect for walking, hiking and climbing. The Castleton and Hope Valleys also provide the opportunity for pot holing with a large network of underground caves and tunnels in the area.
Towns worth seeing include Glossop,
Matlock and Buxton The latter, a spa town is considered by many to rival Bath with its beautiful Crescent and hot spring. Its history dates back to Roman times and the mineral water company Buxton was founded here.
One can also find a plethora of hamlets dotted around. Baslow is a good example, with its stone bridge, as well as the neighbouring village of Bubnell. The nearby Abney is typical of Derbyshire, surrounded by wild, rugged moorland country. For more details of Peak District self catering accommodation, visit the featured rental agent or take a look at the properties included below.
Monsal Cottage - Peak District Holiday Cottages From Cottages 4 You
Located on the outskirts of Bakewell, Monsal Cottage is a good base for exploring the Peak District and its charming rural villages, which include Buxton and Matlock. The holiday property's downstairs area consists of open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area with a cloakroom, toilet and basin. 2 bedrooms and a folding bed on the first sleep up to 4. There's also a heated indoor pool! Rent Peak District cottages on the web. Visit the rental company for a wider choice of self catering accommodation.
Peak District self-catering attractions
See below for a more information about local attractions, outdoor activities and entertainment in the Peak District region of the United Kingdom. Also included is details of notable historical attractions.
Outdoor activities
Peak Tours delivers hire cycles to any venue in the Peak district and offers friendly guidance and advice. Other outdoor centres include the Derbyshire Angling Club in Alfreton and the popular sailing club at Ogston Reservoir. There’s also the Wild Park Leisure Centre that caters for Paintballing enthusiasts – it’s about ten minutes from Derby City centre.
Food and drink
Notable restaurants include
Siam Corner Thai in Derby and the 4star, award winning
Batemans Mill in Chesterfield. Hardwick Hall in Sedgefield is also worth visiting and dates back to the 14th century – it offers a fine selection of whiskies and brandies. See The Crown in Ashbourne for a friendly, countryside ambience.
History and Culture
Historical attractions include Chesterfield’s Crooked Spire, Sudbury Hall and Tutbury Castle, where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned. Bakewell’s neolithic stone circle and neolithic monuments are also important sites.
The Peak District
The Peak District Holiday Resources
