Peak District Towns & Villages
Allgreave
Allgreave: A Pretty Village on the Cheshire-Staffordshire Border The small but pretty village of Allgreave is set amid the most spectacular Peak District countryside on the border of Cheshire and Staffordshire. The village overlooks the beautiful Dane Valley, where the River Dane cuts its way through the Cheshire Plain. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful village. Allgreave – a pretty village on the Cheshire-Staffordshire border Landmark Buildings There are two landmark buildings in the village. The beautiful Methodist Chapel lies right on a sharp bend...
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Alstonefield
Alstonefield: A Pretty Village on the Staffordshire-Derbyshire Border The pretty village of Alstonefield lies on the border of Staffordshire and Derbyshire, between the valleys of the River Dove and the River Manifold, surrounded by the most beautiful, rolling Peak District countryside. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Staffordshire village. Alstonefield – a pretty village on the Staffordshire-Derbyshire border An Ancient Settlement The village of Alstonefield is built upon an ancient site, with the name most probably deriving from 'Aelfstan's field', Aelfstan being an Anglo-Saxon name....
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Ashbourne
Ashbourne: The Gateway to the Peak District The picturesque town of Ashbourne is known as the Gateway to the Peak District. It is certainly the perfect base from which to explore the spectacular White Peak countryside, and the town itself has loads to offer the visitor, with beautiful architecture, plenty of independent shops and lovely cafés. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire town. Ashbourne – the Gateway to the Peak District The History of Ashbourne Ashbourne is a town steeped in history. The magnificent...
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Ashford-in-the-Water
Ashford-in-the-Water: A Perfect Peak District Chocolate Box Village If you are looking for a perfect chocolate-box village to visit in the Peak District National Park, you would be hard pressed to find one as lovely as Ashford-in-the-Water. It has everything that a country village needs: an idyllic riverside setting, complete with a medieval bridge, pretty limestone cottages, narrow lanes, a tearoom and cosy country pubs. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire village. Beautiful Ashford-in-the-Water – a perfect chocolate-box village in the Peak District A...
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Bakewell in the Derbyshire Peak District
Bakewell: The Ancient Capital of the Peak District The picture-perfect town of Bakewell in the Derbyshire Peak District, with its beautiful setting on the River Wye, is often referred to as the ancient capital of the Peak District. It is a relatively small market town with a population of less than 5,000, but its wealth of historic buildings, shops and restaurants make it a very popular destination for visitors to the area. It is a wonderful place to explore, with pretty riverside walks, old stone cottages, narrow lanes and hidden courtyards. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to...
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Bamford
Bamford: A Pretty Hope Valley Village with Stunning Views The pretty village of Bamford is beautifully located in the Hope Valley, underneath the dramatic heights of Bamford Edge, on the banks of the River Derwent. From here the river flows into the Upper Derwent Valley and feeds Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs. Planning a visit? Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from top attractions and walking routes to practical tips for making the most of your trip to this beautiful Derbyshire village. Bamford Edge gives some of the best Peak District views to be found The Village Bamford is a small village but well worth exploring. It...
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