Fairytale English town near castle ruins is perfect day out in Derbyshire

Charming Baslow is a great place to explore this autumn.

The chocolate box village in the heart of Derbyshire racks up plenty of accolades, the most recent one being named one of the most poshest villages in the UK.

Baslow in Derbyshire boasts numerous award-winning eateries and hotels, the most recent accolade being announced this week.

The Cavendish Hotel in the quaint village of Baslow is one of the AA Hotels of the Year.

Neighbouring Fischer’s Baslow Hall was also named by AA Hospitality.

Nataliia Maiseionok, Sommelier at Fischer's Baslow Hall won the first-ever AA Rising Star Award earlier this week.

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Baslow and Bubnell, once two separate villages have combined together to create a quaint, picturesque village.

There is much to love about Baslow in addition to critically acclaimed eateries and hotels.

Baslow has a thriving independent shop trade where boutiques offer one-off eye-catching costumes.

Location of the village in the Peak District, near the grand Chatsworth House Estate, makes Baslow even more attractive, especially with visiting tourists seeking a slice of luxe country living.

Baslow is also just 13 miles or 25 minutes away from the elegant ruins of Peveril Castle.

If olde worlde cobblestone streets was more your thing, then nearby Ashbourne, Bakewell, or Buxton should hit the mark.

Baslow with its acres of lush green countryside means it is an ideal spot for hikers and cyclists to explore on foot too.

Here is a selection of photos from Baslow, Derbyshire.