The sun’s out which means summer is peeking around the corner. Now is the time to start preparing for days out to make the most of the glorious sunshine.
No doubt numerous people are already thinking along these lines, making days out potentially quite busy.
While we love atmosphere and a vibrant ambiance, sometimes parking can be an issue.
We’ve curated a list of places in and around Derbyshire where parking isn’t a nightmare and the beauty spots aren’t ruined by over-tourism.
Here is the list, have you been to any? We would love to know, get in touch by emailing [email protected].
5. Baslow's Edge
Gaze upon some of the most dramatic gritstone rocks in the Peak District offering jaw-dropping views in the process. Location: Peak District National Park, Curbar | Stephen Kidd Unsplash
6. Nine Ladies Stone Circle
Step back in time to the Bronze Age thanks to this stone collection. It is said to symbolise nine dancing ladies who were turned to stone as punishment for throwing shapes on a makeshift dancefloor on a Sunday. Location: Lees Road, Stanton in Peak, Matlock DE4 2LS | English Heritage
7. ARBOR LOW STONE CIRCLE & GIB HILL Aerial view of neolithic monument. 20493_043
Considered to be one of the most significant prehistoric sites in the East Midlands, Arbor Low is a Neolithic henge monument nestled amid moorland. Pictured is an aerial view of the Neolithic monument. A circle of 50 fallen white limestone slabs surround the main cove, which has traditionally only been found at sacred sites. Location: Long Rake, Monyash, Derbyshire DE45 1JS | Historic England