Derbyshire and the Peak District are home to a number of beautiful towns and villages – with plenty of great destinations to be found wherever you are across the county.
Some of the area’s most picturesque destinations are listed below – will you be visiting any of these places for a Mother’s Day trip this weekend?
5. Beeley
Beeley has been part of the Chatsworth Estate since the 17th century, and the village is home to the popular Devonshire Arms - a four star country inn. Photo: jason chadwick
6. Earl Sterndale
Popular with Walkers, Earl Sterndale is surrounded by a number of distincitive natural landmarks, including the Peaks of Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill and is within walking distance of Dovedale. Historically, the area surrounding the village was mostly made up of farmland owned by Basingwerk Abbey in Wales. Today, farming still makes up for much of the village’s economy, as well as the nearby quarries at Sterndale Moore. Photo: Jason Chadwick
7. Wirksworth
Wirksworth is situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, making it a perfect base from which to enjoy some of Derbyshire’s most scenic countryside - and the town itself has plenty on offer to keep visitors entertained. Photo: Brian Eyre
8. Castleton
Castleton is a great base for tourists looking to take in some of the Peak District’s most popular attractions - including the likes of Winnats Pass, Cave Dale, Mam Tor, Blue John Cavern and Peveril Castle. Photo: jason chadwick