8 lesser-known parts of Derbyshire you must visit that are just as lovely as Cornwall

Discover the hidden charms of Derbyshire with these eight stunning locations, each offering a unique slice of history, nature and tranquillity.

You may be familiar with Derbyshire known as ‘Austen county’ thanks to the author’s links which include inspiration behind Mr Darcy’s grand abode in Pride & Prejudice.

Derbyshire is a bona fide tourist attraction for those seeking a slice of country living in one of the UK’s best regions (we are obviously biased).

Chatsworth Estate, Calke Abbey, Cromford Mills and Dovedale may be some of your favourite places. However, did you know there are places in Derbyshire that are not as well known as these usual loud, proud places renowned the world over?

The beauty of getting to not well known places, is that they may not be as bustling as those aforementioned tourist attractions.

This means they could be great for those who want to bypass crowds, or those who prefer a quieter place to chill out in.

Here are some of Derbyshire’s lesser known places that may not be on your radar to visit.

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