Charming Derbyshire town tucked away on Peak District edge named one of the happiest places to live in Britain

A Derbyshire town has been named in a list of ‘Britain’s happiest places to live’ by The Guardian.

It is one in a recent spate of accolades which includes ‘happiest place to live in the East Midlands’ in the Rightmove Happy at Home index.

The Guardian took into consideration factors such as access to nature, a sense of community and culture, to determine the list.

The Guardian highlighted Chesterfield’s access to open spaces as one of its major advantages, saying: “Chesterfield sits on the edge of the Peak District and is home to one of the oldest open-air markets in England, as well as historic medieval alleyways, churches, museums and grand old buildings.

“Its blend of urban and rural access - being just a short journey from both the Peak District national park, and Sheffield and Derby - make it a popular place to live.

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“There’s an annual walking festival in May, and plenty of rambling groups to join. But if hiking isn’t your thing, there is an abundance of other outdoor activities – you can try abseiling, canoeing, caving or scrambling.

“When you’ve finished exercising, there’s a strong independent food and drink scene to enjoy. Bottle and Thyme, a family-run restaurant with a focus on ethical and sustainable ingredients, is a big hit locally.

“George Stephenson, the renowned Father Of Railways who helped build the first steam train, spent the last 10 years of his life in Chesterfield and is buried inside the town’s Holy Trinity Church.”

Destination Chesterfield Board Member, Ryan Wilkes, said: “We’re very pleased to see Chesterfield gaining further recognition as a great place to live.

“As a lifelong resident, it’s fantastic to see our brilliant outdoor spaces, local businesses and community spirit highlighted in the national media.

“If you’re looking to live in an area which blends a strong heritage with strong local amenities within easy reach, Chesterfield is a place that you’ll be proud to call home – and that’s without mentioning the abundance of picturesque outdoor spaces on our doorstep!”

To see the full list of The Guardian’s happiest places click here.