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Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Derbyshire, England.

About the county of Derbyshire

The County of Derbyshire is situated in the very heart of England. The 'Peak District', Englands first National Park spans over 500 square miles and is one of the most popular and stunning areas of natural beauty. Derbyshire is home to many wonderful Stately Homes such as Hardwick Hall and the Medieval Manor House, Haddon Hall.
With such varied landscape, such a richness of wildlife and such a wealth of cultural heritage no visitor can possibly be disappointed.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Derbyshire

Erewash Canal, Near Stanton Ironworks

Ilkeston (38 Pictures)

in the county of Derbyshire

Within this pretty hilltop town you will find the ancient church dedicated to St.Mary, it was built around 1150 and has a beautiful clock-face tower...

Westgate, Long Eaton, Derbyshire.

Long Eaton (98 Pictures)

in the county of Derbyshire

Long Eaton is a small town lying on the River Trent around 8 miles east of Derby. The town has a history stretching back to the 7th century, but was for many centuries naught but a sleepy agricultural village...

Cottage Row, Miller's Dale

Miller's Dale Village (10 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Derbyshire

A picturesque village amongst the Peak District Dales..

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Derbyshire

The central courtyard, Haddon Hall, Derbyshire

Haddon Hall (48 Pictures)

Perched in a picturesque position above the Derbyshire River Wye, the grey stone walls of Haddon House tempt invitingly, and you.....

Ilam Hall. Thorpe Cloud from Ilam

Ilam Park (12 Pictures)

Running along both banks of the river Manifold, this is an area of beautiful open park and woodland with spectacular views.....

Derilect Riber Castle, Matlock, Derbyshire

Riber Castle (2 Pictures)

The Matlocks between them form some of the most outstanding countryside in the Peak District. Here you can find Riber Castle.....

The Woods

Whitwell Wood (22 Pictures)

Whitwell is famous for its wood, which is said to be the largest in Europe. It is arguably the finest woodland in North East.....

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