Chatsworth House is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Only a five minute drive from the Bank you can enjoy the house, gardens, and farmyard or just go for a bimble on the many footpaths through the estate. Chatsworth Farm Shop and Cafe is also worth a visit, located in Pilsley. 

Haddon Hall and garden is a quaint country house dating back to the 11th century.  In walking distance of the Bank its well worth a visit. They also host artisan markets including one at Christmas. 

Hardwick Hall & Gardens | Hardwick Halls build started in 1590 and was completed several years later, now open to the public to discover the hall and explore the gardens, this picturesque place will not disappoint.

Thornbridge Hall | Take a walk around the beautiful gardens and stop off in the cafe after for a coffee and cake!

Other attractions to check out: Abraham Heights, Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs, Caudwells Mill, Matlock Bath, Carsington Water, Monsal Trail, Peak Cavern, Speedwell Cavern, Blue John cavern and Treak Cliff cavern. 

For the outdoorsy adrenaline junky's!

Go Ape | Buxton | Have you ever wondered what it's like to be like Tarzan swinging through the trees? Now you can find out!

Carsington Water Sports & Leisure | Ashbourne | Rowing, kayaking, Canoeing & Paddle Boarding.

Peaks & Paddles | Matlock | Canoeing, Abseiling & Caving.

Rapid Horizons | Matlock | Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting & Tubing.

Wild Park | Ashbourne | Quadbiking, Paintballing, Laser Tag, Archery, Crossbow & Pistol Shooting.

Bakewell Golf Club | Bakewell | A 9 Hole 18 Tee course with great views.

Peak Cavern Pop up Cinema  | Castleton | Cinema in a Cave 

Concerts in a Cave | Castleton 

Thornbridge Taproom Quiz | Mondays @ 7pm 

Thornbridge Taproom Comdedy Nights | TBC

Thornbridge Taproom Events

Pre book any activities before your arrival to avoid any disappointment.

Some of our favourite walks around Bakewell include walking over to Lathkill Dale and Youlgrave or heading onto the Monsal trail to Monsal head and Cresbrook Mills. If you are after big hills, drive to Castleton or Edale and head up Mam Tor or Kinder Scout. Ladybower Reservoir has some great walks with stunning scenery. Also worth a visit is Padley Gorge, Longshaw Estate and Stanage Edge all near the village of Hathersage. Route links:

Chatsworth & Edensor | A 3.8 mile walk around Chatsworth, see the famous house from a different view and stop off at Edensor Tea Cottage after for tea and cake.

Curbar, Baslow & Froggatt | This 8 mile walk offers some of the most fabulous views the Peak District has to offer.

Dovedale | A 6 mile walk taking you along the river Dove to the famous Dovedale stepping stones and through the picturesque village of Ilam.

Hartington Dales | This 5.5 mile walk starts and ends in the beautiful village of Hartington which is full of pubs, cafes and shops including a renowned cheese shop. 

Monyash & Lathkill Dale | A 4 mile circular walk through the village of Monyash and along Lathkill river.

Ladybower Reservoir |A gentle 5 mile walk around the beautiful Ladybower Reservoir, with magnificent views including the Derwent Dam.

Padley Gorge | A short 2 mile walk to stretch your legs, through the woods along the stream to the village of Grindleford where you will find Grindleford station cafe, famous for its chip butties and pints of tea!

Monsal Dale | This 6 mile walk takes you up to Monsal Head and over the iconic viaduct back down to Ashford in the water.

Check out other Peak District walks here

Carsington Water Cycle Hire | Carsington Water Map - Enjoy a short 3 mile ride or the full 8 Mile circuit of Carsington reservoir, now all off road!

High Peak Cycle Hire | High Peak Map - A 17 mile trail from Cromford to Buxton.

Ladybower Reservoir Cycle Hire | Ladybower Reservoir Map A Route with three scenic reservoirs, take the easy going flat route or strenuous off road route for the more adventurous.

Monsal Trail Cycle Hire | Monsal Trail Map - This 8.5 mile trail is great for all ages, beautiful views and a cafe at Hassop station Cycle Hire.

Tissington Trail Cycle Hire | Tissington Trail Map - The former railway line from Asbourne to Buxton, this relatively flat route provides great views over White Peak.

Useful Information:

Taxi - Pacman Taxis Bakewell - 07971400015

Whitworth Hospital - 01629 580211

Bakewell Pharmacy - 01629 813215

Boots Pharmacy - 01629 812043

Diamond Court Dental Practise - 01629 812991

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