Discover Peak District Historic Villages
The Peak District is home to some of the most historic villages in England, with roots stretching back to the Domesday Book and beyond. From plague villages to medieval mining communities, these villages offer a fascinating glimpse into the past.
Use the links below to discover more about each location, and explore the tags to find more villages with similar characteristics.
Alstonefield
Alstonefield is a pretty village on the border of Staffordshire and Derbyshire, with the oldest legible gravestone in England and connections to Charles Cotton.
Ashford-in-the-Water
Ashford-in-the-Water is a perfect chocolate-box village with a medieval bridge, pretty limestone cottages, and the famous Sheepwash Bridge.
Birchover
Birchover is a characterful village with a fascinating history, the mysterious Rowtor Rocks, and the ancient Nine Ladies Stone Circle.
Castleton
Castleton is the jewel of the Hope Valley, famous for its four show caves, Peveril Castle, and the dramatic Mam Tor.
Edensor
Edensor is a charming chocolate-box village within the Chatsworth Estate, with a fascinating history and a beautiful mix of architectural styles.
Eyam
Eyam is the famous Plague Village with a fascinating and inspiring history of sacrifice and bravery during the 1665 plague outbreak.
Hartington
Hartington is a beautiful White Peak village famous for its cheese shop, St Giles Church, and proximity to Dovedale and the Tissington Trail.
Longnor
Longnor is a beautiful little village on a high ridge, full of history with pretty stone houses lining narrow streets and a cobbled market square.
Stanton in Peak
Stanton in Peak is a beautiful village with a rich history, the Thornhill family estate, and access to Stanton Moor and the Nine Ladies Stone Circle.
Tideswell
Tideswell, known as the Cathedral of the Peak, is a beautiful village with a magnificent 14th Century church and a thriving community.
Tissington
Tissington is a perfect Peak District village with a Jacobean hall, ancient wells, beautiful stone cottages, and the famous Tissington Trail.
Wetton
Wetton is a beautiful village in the Staffordshire Peak District, set amidst the stunning scenery of the Manifold Valley with Thor’s Cave nearby.
Winster
Winster is a pretty lead mining village with 70 listed buildings, the National Trust’s first Peak District property, and the village curfew bell.
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For more information about visiting the area, explore the official Peak District National Park visiting guide.