Put life on pause at Cuckoo, one of ten award-winning cottages at Haddon Grove Farm, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Peak District National Park.
Located just outside the historic market town of Bakewell, the sensitively converted barns and cottages are set amongst three acres of beautiful private countryside with views over Lathkill Dale NNR. Each cottage is perfectly set up for a family friendly break with fabulous facilities on-site including an indoor swimming pool.
Undeniably tasteful with very English country cottage décor, Cuckoo offers the ultimate bolthole for five. The sociable open-plan ground floor comprises a sitting area with comfy sofas and log burner and a fully equipped kitchen dining space.
Upstairs, Cuckoo has three bedrooms; one with a 6’ superking, one double bedroom and a single bedroom. The bedrooms share a family bathroom with bath and separate shower.
Outside the front door, there is a designated area with table and chairs in the communal courtyard for Cuckoo's guests.
Seriously indulge in the range of activities on-site facilities, enjoyed by all of the farm’s guests. Champion the glorious leisure centre within the tranquil settings, offering a shared indoor heated swimming pool (open 7am to 10pm daily) and games room (pool table, table tennis). Or simply kick back and relax.
You have shared use of the grounds with plenty of outdoor seating and built in barbecue areas. Or fire up a cricket tournament on the open field, which is also equipped with football nets and badminton facilities. There is also a communal laundry room, a secure bike shed and a boot room with walking maps and guides to the areas activities.
Set among the rolling valleys and peaks of Derbyshire, Cuckoo is perfect if you’re looking for fresh air and fine walks. Dovedale one of the most beautiful valleys in England with its famed stepping stones is not to be missed Or venture a little further into the Peak District for more adventurous hikes.
The beautiful, historic market town of Bakewell, home of the world famous Bakewell Pudding, is three miles offering a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and a market every Monday.
Of course, the Peak District isn’t just idyllic scenery and rolling hills. Explore the mysterious caverns of Castleton, the elegant spa town of Buxton or enjoy the many stately homes on offer including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Hardwick Hall, to mention a few.
Appealing to children in particular, exciting theme parks, spectacular caverns and nearby Matlock Farm Park provide plentiful entertainment, come rain or shine.
Together sleeping up to 51 guests, the other nine holiday homes at Haddon Grove Farm Cottages are: Haddon Grove Farmhouse (Sleeps 10); Pippinwell (Sleeps 8); Bramble (Sleeps 6); Buttercup Down (Sleeps 6); Slipper Lo (Sleeps 4); Love Bird (Sleeps 2); Fruitpip (Sleeps 4); Rabbit Hutch (Sleeps 4) and Love Nest (Sleeps 2). Please see the individual properties for more details.
"Great location for exploring the Peak District and Bakewell. Loved the pool which was very warm and perfect for rainy days." (John stayed at Buttercup Down)
"We had a fantastic stay at Buttercup Down with our family including toddler and dog. The cottage was perfect and the biggest bonus of the place was the lovely little pool which was lots of fun. The place is well looked after and the hosts were really friendly and welcoming. The site is well secure and feels private. The cottage itself is well set up and in keeping with the area. It mostly had everything we needed (a few extra kitchen utensils would be great). The location of this stay was perfect being so close to Bakewell and short drives to fantastic walks/views/attractions (Chatsworth House, Padley Gorge, Chee Dale). We also enjoyed the Tagg Lane dairy ice cream and the Bull’s Head in Moynash which has a lovely play park next to the pub garden. Great if you have kids. We had a great stay and would definitely return. Thank you." (Georgina stayed at Buttercup Down)
"Our stay at Staycation cottages in Bakewell was lovely. the Love Nest Lodge was very quaint and well equipped. The bathroom was especially laid out nicely. I enjoyed the access to the football playing area, pool area and the swimming pool. We used the bbq area once and made full use of the boot room for leaflets and information for our stay. Would definitely return back." (David stayed at Love Nest)
"Many thanks for your help, Charles – we loved it and the boys had a great time in the pool (we also used the football pitch every day!) The property and complex is fantastic and I have recommended it to my family group that we should try and book several of the properties in one go and attend as a group." (Dan stayed at Buttercup Down)
"Beautiful cottage ideally located for walks and getting to the nearby town of Bakewell. Excellent on-site facilities for the kids and adults with plenty of private outdoor space to relax and enjoy a bbq in the sun. The on-site team when there were excellent and welcoming. We had a wonderful week and would definitely recommend and stay again to explore more of the Peak District." (Bill stayed at Buttercup Down)
"Lovely stay. Everything you needed. Very responsive when we at first couldn’t work the cooker and sent someone straight round to help us fix. Was a 5 minute drive into Bakewell where there was plenty of pubs, restaurants and shops. A good location if your exploring the Peak District, we did lots of walks! Would definitely recommend staying." (Poppy stayed at Love Nest)
"Spacious, clean and well provided. Great to have the pool and ping pong with the dreadful weather that we had. Would like to go back and be able to cycle and walk more. Family gathering with other adults and the young children with us in the Farmhouse. Great fossils to be found in the local dale." (Sue rented Love Nest and Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"One of the prettiest little cottages we have stayed in near Bakewell. Warm and cosy with everything you need for self catering, blender for baby food, good coffee cafetière, clean oven and pans and the essential bottle opener! Excellent hairdryer and bed linen, towels and pillows worthy of boutique hotel. The warm swimming pool and changing rooms were the icing on the cake with an excellent games room and handy boot room filled with books, videos highchair and extra handy things. Will definitely be heading back. There’s a nice mix of different size properties so will be tempted to go back with family groups and share the beautiful views. Loads to do for all ages in the surrounding area which was our only problem - we needed more time there." (Pippa stayed at Fruitpip)
"Lovely surroundings and great to get lost and for walks. Calm and nice to rest and visit. Friendly people on site." (Beatrice stayed at Bramble)
"We had an amazing stay at our Bakewell home from home, Sally, Mark and Becky couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. From giving extra towels to sharing local walks and eating establishments to sorting out my mistake they were all brilliant and couldn't have been friendlier. The farmhouse itself was lovely - the kitchen was a lovely space and was very well equipped. The lounge was cosy and the beds were so comfortable. The facilities were amazing - the pool was lovely and clean and the pool table and ping pong were a great addition. It was too cold when we were there to enjoy the grounds but they were fabulous. I would highly recommend." (Jeff stayed at Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"We had the best time here. The cottage was cosy, homely and well equipped and the pool was sensational. Took a newborn and it was perfect, would definitely return." (Donna stayed at Love Bird)
"We had a wonderful week at Haddon Grove Farm. Excellent amenities, fantastic pool, very good communication, thank you for a fabulous stay!" (Katie stayed at Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"Lovely group of cottages in beautiful countryside. Well kitted out, clean and warm. We really enjoyed the swimming pool which is a lovely temperature, along with the table tennis and small pool table. We would love to stay again, maybe with a large family group. Dog friendly too." (Suzanne stayed at Slipper Lo)
"Very helpful with fantastic communication, thank you for all of your help!" (Rachel stayed at Love Nest)
"Great location in the lovely countryside just a short 5 min drive from Bakewell town centre. Beautiful farm and the cabin was stunning and lovely and warm for an autumn stay! We will be back for a stay again in the future!" (Eden stayed at Love Nest)
"We enjoyed a nice 9 days in the Peaks! It is a nice cottage and for us well positioned for what we wanted (mix of walking / cycling)." (Daniel stayed at Pippinwell)
"Absolutely everything. The host was super helpful and our family loved everything about the cottage, the location and above all, the kids loved the pool. Will definitely be returning."
"We had an absolutely amazing weekend away with friends staying at Haddon Grove Farmhouse. The setting was beautiful and serene and we loved the use of the pool as well as the fields just above the property. We would definitely come back again." (Amna stayed at Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"Lovely accommodation, great location and really accommodating staff." (Daniel stayed at Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"Four siblings getting together without kids or other halves - bliss! Just time to catch up; to swim in the gorgeously warm pool, play board games in the wonderfully snug living area; walk Lathkill Dale (both ways!); visit Bakewell and stock up on puddings; and sleep like kings and queens in the wonderfully comfy beds. We ate out one night at the Packhorse Inn in Little Longstone, lovely place, staff and food - highly recommend." (Lin and her siblings stayed at Bramble)
"Beautiful location, spotless well equipped house and swimming pool to top it off. We had a fabulous stay. We absolutely loved this place! We were a group of friends (with kids) and it was perfect. Lots of space, spacious comfy bedrooms and amazing wood burner. Swimming pool was an added bonus. We’ll be back 😃" (Emily stayed at Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"Lovely accommodation with great facilities. Excellent pool." (Emma stayed at Buttercup Down)
"Cosy and romantic, beautiful setting. Pool lovely and warm, had it to ourselves whenever we went. Good location for Bakewell and Chatsworth. Nice walks a short drive away. Overall would definitely recommend!" (Suzy stayed at Love Nest)
"Completely fantastic weekend! From start to finish 5*, all that we could possibly for a weekend escape to start our festive season. So sad to leave, looking forward to revisiting next year." (Catherine stayed at Haddon Grove Farmhouse)
"All as described, suited us as a group of 5 friends having a reunion. The snow was a bonus for us as made us have dinner. Fabulous walk in the beautiful countryside - absolutely stunning." (Sally stayed at Buttercup Down)
"Great location, very friendly and helpful staff - and great community feel. Facilities were special - great layout, space, setting and quality. We found the very lovely boot room at the end of the weekend. Perhaps winter time include a couple of logs in the price please?" (Carol stayed at Fruitpip)
"We had a wonderful weekend in the Rabbit Hutch. The location was wonderful, over looking the Dales. The cottage was perfect, really comfortable and clean. The kids loved the pool and games room. Will definitely visit again." (Alison stayed at Rabbit Hutch)
"Chilled, relaxing, everything we needed - facilities on site beautiful cottage." (Sarah stayed at Bramble)
"Fabulous stay, we all had a great time! The cottage exceeded our expectations, check in was easy, reception were great! The games room and pool was a bonus for our teenage children!" (Jo stayed at Buttercup Down)
"Great cottage with a fab pool and games area for the kids." (Pippa stayed at Rabbit Hutch)
"Lovely location, tranquil with stunning views. Nice heated indoor pool. Close to Bakewell." (Stayed at Pippinwell)
"Excellent stay thank you! Lovely place, great facilities, 5 minute drive to Bakewell. It’s on the main road, not the side road that the day nav takes you. The grounds were beautiful. I didn’t need to have communication with the company as everything worked." (stayed at Love Nest)
"Brilliant place to stay. All amenities you need to live comfortably. Great range of activities for all ages."
"Beautiful cottage in stunning Derbyshire countryside. Adequate facilities that provides a good base to explore surrounding area." (stayed at Slipper Lo)
"This was the perfect location for our family of 4. The indoor pool and outdoor play area were a hit with the kids. The cottage was super cozy and spacious with everything we could need. The views and location were amazing...just a short distance from Bakewell and Chatsworth. Great for outdoors like hiking and biking. Was a very relaxing holiday and just what we were looking for."
"A lovely comfortable cottage, with access to a swimming pool, a short walk down to Lathkill Dale for walkers, and a short drive to Bakewell. What more could we want! We were four women friends, and all of us thought we'd come again, perhaps with family groups as there are (I think) 8 cottages of various sizes on the site. The weather wasn't great, but it didn't matter in such a lovely place."
"We were a party of 10 adults and two kids so took the Farmhouse and one of the smaller cottages at Haddon Grove for a week in September 2020. The cottages were so well equipped and immaculately clean. The bedrooms were all charming and the social rooms very spacious. We also found it very family friendly with cots and high chairs provided ( for a small fee) and the play area, wendy house and swimming pool on site. With COVID regulations the swimming pool was booked one family at a time in one hour slots and we were really impressed with the measures they had put in place to make it safe. The staff onsite, especially Mark, were incredibly friendly and helpful. Mark sorted out a couple of problems we had with the kitchen tap and a plumbing issue straight away. We didn’t meet the owners, but it would have been nice to as we’d dealt with them during the booking phase. We also loved the location as it’s a great base for Bakewell, Matlock, Chatsworth House and lots of lovely walks, one of which can be done straight from the cottages. As we were a big group we used local caterers, Scoff, for two of our meals, including a fantastic BBQ pack which we were then able to cook in the grounds of Haddon Grove. We also hired a private chef - Chris the Chef - for one night and his cooking was sensational and highly recommended. The Farmhouse kitchen was perfect for him to prepare and serve the dinner. We also tried the pies offered on the Haddon Grove website and they were delicious and ideal for our first nights stay. All in all it was a wonderful week and we can’t wait to return to Haddon Grove."
"This is a very well situated group of cottages. They are close to lots of lovely places. The ground and pool are good fun."
SPECIAL DELIVERIES
Food, Drink, Gifts, Hampers and Hospitality delivered directly to your cottage. www.saucedhere.co.uk
SPA, WELLNESS & PAMPERING
Treat yourself to an indulgent spa & wellness experience at Botanicals Bakewell. Treatments include bespoke massage, organic facials and pampering manicure and pedicure rituals - curated just for you with Botanicals award-winning certified organic skincare. www.botanicals-bakewell.co.uk
Feel Good Pamper Company provide an indulgent pampering experience which offers bespoke beauty & massage services for individuals, parties as well corporate events. www.feelgoodpampercompany.co.uk
NANNY SERVICE
If you require a babysitter or nanny service during your stay with us, please contact our recommended service provider - www.sitters.co.uk
YOGA
Marie Kirkwood has practiced Yoga for over 18 years. Marie is able to offer group or solo sessions in and around the grounds of your cottage. Please contact Marie on the number below prior to your stay - 07828 960267
SHOPPING
Bakewell (3 miles): The nearest supermarket to Haddon Grove Farm. The Co-op in the centre of Bakewell. The market is on a Monday, which can be great fun, but also means it can be a good place to avoid unless you are visiting specifically for the market.
Buxton (10 miles): This is a more substantial town, formerly a Victorian spa. Lots of good shops, including a large Waitrose and a Morrisons, both of these deliver.
Matlock and Matlock Bath (also a former spa). Small local shops with a large Sainsburys on the A6 from Bakewell.
Ashbourne (20-30 minutes): Market town with an attractive central square. Good range of shops including antiques and arts/crafts. Great for a wander and then a visit to a teashop.
SUPERMARKET DELIVERIES
Tesco, Sainsburys, Asda, Morrisons and Waitrose will deliver to your property. To organise this you just need to visit their websites in advance of your visit & book a delivery slot (ensuring you will have arrived at your cottage for the requested delivery time) and then do your shopping online.
Please make sure that you specify that the property is on the B5055 between Bakewell and Monyash and don’t just use the post code as this sends the delivery vehicle to Haddon Grove Farm (which is next door to the the properties).
PRIVATE CATERING & SPECIALIST FOOD & DRINK
Private Caterer - You are on holiday so let someone else take care of the food and drinks! Call Dan on 07904107939 www.theoutsidekitchen.co.uk
Hattersley Wine Delivery - Enjoy the offerings from Bakewell’s Premier wine merchants. Hattersley’s are able to deliver your wine and spirit order to your cottage door. Please contact Hattersley’s before your arrival on site. www.hattersleywines.com, 01629 815255
Ginger Butchers - Award winning bespoke butchery based in Bakewell. www.gingerbutchers.co.uk
Each Peach - High quality fresh produce delivered to your door. www.eachpeach.net
Peak District Deli - an innovative, unique Peak District company focusing on the exceptional quality food and drinks produced in the area. They offer a convenient online shopping and delivery service through their website, along with a tailor made private dining option to take the hard work out of your stay and make your special occasion one to remember. Make sure to look out for their popular regular pop-up supper clubs held in locations across the Peak District too. With a strong ethical approach to local, seasonal food and supporting the producers in the area, you can be sure that you will experience the very best quality and taste the Peak District has to offer. To browse their online deli or find out more about their private catering please go to www.peakdistrictdeli.com or find them on social media, alternatively you can ring 07935070147.
The Old Cheese Shop, Hartington (7 miles) - 01298 84935. A vast choice of award-winning Derbyshire and Staffordshire cheeses, including those made locally by Hartington Creamery at nearby Pikehall, are on offer at this picture-perfect cheese shop.
The Bird Cafe And Riverside Herb Centre, Hathersage (13 miles). The centre combines a varied herb shop with a deli and café. Unwind and enjoy the riverside views in the café, before taking home fresh produce from the deli’s selection of cured meats, olives, cheese and bread.
Hope Valley Ice Cream, Thorpe Farm (13 miles). The freshest ingredients including free-range eggs and milk from the Marsden family farm are used in the production of this delicious home-made ice-cream. Flavours include Fuschia’s Cinder Toffee and Gertrude’s Whisky & Ginger. It’s sold in many local cafes and shops and the ice-cream parlour opens at weekends.
PUBS, RESTAURANTS & TEA ROOMS
Being situated in the heart of the Peak District, Haddon Grove Farm Cottages is served very well by great restaurants and country pubs, many of which serve great food and cracking local ales. Here are a recommended selection within a short drive.
The Lavender Tea Rooms, Bakewell (3 miles) - breakfast, sandwiches, soups, cakes, jacket potatoes and other light bites (such as omelettes and teacakes), as well as Cream Tea and Afternoon Tea!
The Manners, Bakewell (3.6 miles) - hearty pub grub, cosy rooms and beer garden - 01629 812756.
The Bulls Head, Monyash (2 miles) - 01629 812372.
The Bulls Head, Ashford in the Water (3 miles) - 01629 812931.
Riverside House Hotel, Ashford-in-the-Water (3 miles) - 01629 814275.
The Royal Oak, Hurdlow, Nr Buxton (3.5 miles) - 01298 83288.
Hassop Hall, Hassop (5.5 miles) - 01629 640488.
The Peacock at Rowsley, Matlock (6 miles) - 01629 733518.
The Cavendish Hotel, Baslow (7 miles) offers locally sourced ingredients and highly acclaimed food - 01246 582311.
The Eyre Arms, Calver (7.5 miles) is an award winning ‘Family Pub of the Year’, play areas and dog friendly - 01433 630473.
The Merchant's Yard, Tideswell (9 miles) - 01298 872 442.
CITIES, TOWNS & VILLAGES
BAKEWELL (3 miles) is a picturesque market town which holds a livestock market every Monday and the home of the world famous Bakewell Pudding. It offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as Old House Museum. There are great walks along the riverside on the banks of the river Wye and the Monsal Trail runs along the former Midland Railway line for 8.5 miles between Blackwell Mill and Coombs Road at Bakewell.
HARTINGTON (7.5 miles) is an attractive busy little village dating back to the early 1200's. It is close to The Tissington Trail and also a good place to start walking along Beresford Dale. Nearby is Arbor Low Stone Circle (English Heritage).
EYAM (9 miles) is one of the best-preserved villages in the Peak District National Park, nestled at the foot of Sir William Hill, 800ft above sea level and is surrounded by the most glorious countryside. Eyam has several shops and tea rooms and The Miners Arms pub. Historically the village is known as the famous 'plague village', as it went into voluntary quarantine when the plague was imported from London in 1665 and thus prevented the spread of the disease. There are still mementos of this event within Eyam Museum. There are many fine old houses in Eyam, and parts of the village have been kept as they looked several centuries ago, such as Eyam Hall (National Trust), a beautiful 17th century manor house with delightful gardens, craft shops and tea rooms. Above the village lies Eyam Moor, a fine area for walking, with fantastic views across the Derwent Valley, with its many Bronze Age remains and monuments.
BUXTON (10.5 miles) is a spa town, home to the world-class Buxton Opera House with a busy events calendar. Attractions include the Buxton Museum & Art Gallery, The Pavilion Gardens. At Grin Low and Buxton Country Park you can visit Solomon's Temple for fantastic views, Poole’s Cavern which runs deep beneath the hillside Go Ape! for a hire wire adventure.
HATHERSAGE (12 miles) is an interesting village with a fine church and with historical associations to Robin Hood and the Eyre family, popular with walkers and rock-climbers as it is overlooked by moorland and a line of gritstone edges of which Stanage Edge is the largest with picturesque views.
MATLOCK BATH (12 miles) attractions include the Heights of Abraham with its famous cable cars and park featuring underground tours of Masson and Rutland caverns, Gulliver's Kingdom theme park and Temple Mine, the Peak District Mining Museum.
CROMFORD (13.5 miles) is steeped in industrial history and often called the cradle of the industrial revolution, and has an interesting walk as well as Arkwright's Cromford Mill, now a World Heritage Site.
CASTLETON (14.5 miles) is home to four underground show caves, all worth a visit, for their own interesting features. These are Blue John Cavern, Speedwell Cavern, Peak Cavern and Treak Cliff Cavern. Peveril Castle ruins (English Heritage) stand high above the pretty village.
CHESTERFIELD (15.5 miles), famous for its crooked spire, an historic market town.
CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (16 miles), the historic Capital of the Peak.
EDALE village (18.5 miles) nestles under Kinder Scout and is the start of The Pennine Way, the first and the longest public footpath in England opened in 1965.
SHEFFIELD (20.5 miles), with all its culture.
BELPER (21 miles), winner of the 2014 Great British High Street Awards.
BOLSOVER (22 miles) is home to Bolsover Castle (English Heritage), along with specialist food shop, Jaquest’s.
DERBY (29 miles) with its contemporary, vibrant culture.
CASTLES, HOUSES & GARDENS
Haddon Hall (5.5 miles). Offering events throughout the year, it's a wonderful day out.
Chatsworth House & Gardens (7 miles). The magnificent Chatsworth House, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, was Mr Darcy’s home in the 2005 version of Pride and Prejudice. Explore the 1000 acre park, the farmyard behind the house, and the small adventure playground. It is beautifully dressed around the Christmas period. Chatsworth House and Gardens has many year round events to offer.
Eyam Hall located within Eyam village (10 miles), is a small but charming. historic house and gardens.
Peveril Castle (English Heritage), Castleton (14.5 miles). Discover the breathtaking views from the top of the castle ruins above the village of Castleton.
Lea Gardens, Matlock (16 miles).
Bolsover Castle (English Heritage), Bolsover (21.5 miles) is a fantastic place to immerse yourself in the Golden Age of Chivalry.
Renishaw Hall & Gardens, Renishaw (22.5 miles).
Lyme Park (National Trust), Disley (23 miles). Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park. Step back into Edwardian times and explore the1,300 acre estate.
Hardwick Hall (National Trust), near Chesterfield (23 miles).
Tatton Park, Tatton Park Gardens, Knutsford (34 miles) with its fine Georgian mansion full of art treasures and original furnishings.
KIDS ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
Baked Well Pottery Painting, Bakewell (2.7 miles) - 01629 700 432.
The Old House (museum), Bakewell (3 miles) - 01629 813642. A wonderful collection of items from Bakewell.
Peak Llamas, Stanley Moor Farm, Great Hucklow (9 miles), offers llama trekking in the Peak District.
Eyam Museum, Eyam (10 miles) - 01433 631371. Discover the history of this Plague Village.
GO APE at Buxton Country Park, Buxton (10.5 miles).
Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park, Buxton (10.5 miles).
Miniature Train, The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton (10.5 miles).
Matlock Farm Park, Matlock (11 miles).
Longshaw Estate - National Trust, Longshaw (12 miles) is a lovely area of parkland and heather moorland with wonderful views of the Peak District.
The Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath (12 miles). Hilltop park reached by cable car, with cavern tours, walking trails, fossil exhibitions and cafe.
Peak District Mining Museum, Matlock Bath (12.5 miles).
Gulliver's Kingdom, Matlock Bath (12.5 miles), is a fun theme park for children aged 2-13. With exciting rides, an enticing dinosaur area and even a safari zone, the kids are bound to burn off some of that excess energy with a day at the park.
The Play Mill, Bonsall, Matlock (14 miles).
Castleton Visitor Centre, Castleton (14.5 miles) - 01433 620679.
Speedwell Cavern, Winnats Pass, Castleton (15 miles) - 01433 623018.
Chesterfield miniature railway, Hady Hill, Chesterfield (16 miles).
John Smedley Mill Shop (Finest Knitwear), Lea Mills, Matlock (16.5 miles) - 01629 530426.
Crich Tramway Village Museum, Crich (17 miles) - be transported by vintage trams.
Carsington Water, Ashbourne (18 miles).
Stainsby Mill (21 miles). Situated on the NT Hardwick Estate take a look around and explore this working watermill.
Alton Towers Theme Park (22.5 miles) is the ideal day out for the whole family. Get your heart pumping on Rita, your stomach dropping on Oblivion and your pulse racing on Nemesis.
Sudbury Hall and Museum of Childhood (The National Trust), Sudbury (26 miles) lets you explore the delights of 17th-century craftsmanship. Then feel what it was really like in the olden days – be a chimney sweep, a scullion or a Victorian pupil.
Creswell Crags Museum & Heritage Centre, Creswell, Worksop (27.5 miles) - 01909 720378.
The National Brewery Centre, Burton-on-Trent (35 miles). The 'brewing experience' incorporates the original Bass Museum.
Derby Museum & Art Gallery, Derby (29 miles) displays collections relating to the history of Derby.
CYCLING
The Monsal trail is a former railway line that is now traffic free path for cyclists, wheelchair users, walkers, joggers and horse riders. It runs for 8.5 miles between Bakewell and Blackwell Mill (near Buxton).
CYCLE HIRE
Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire are situated at the start of the Magnificent Monsal Trail and hire out bikes at competitive rates - www.peakblackwellcyclehire.com. ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
The Buxton and High Peak Golf Club, Fairfield, Buxton (11 miles) suitable for those of all abilities.
For those looking for a little adventure Speedwell Cavern and Peak Cavern, Castleton (14.5 miles) offer underground experiences not to be forgotten.
Peak Cavern is one of the UK’s largest guided tours, taking you down underground for a closer look at the unique rock formations.
For an even more unusual trip underground, head to Speedwell Cavern, where you can hop on a boat tour of the 18th-century lead-mining cavern 450m below ground.
The Upper Derwent Valley (20 miles) dominated by three great reservoirs, is renowned for its spectacular scenery, with its deep wooded valleys and bleak, rugged moorland. It is the perfect place to enjoy some the UK's most beautiful landscapes and to experience the great outdoors. You can walk for miles around the dams, as well as up and over the moors.
Blue Mountain Activities offer adventure activities including rock climbing, abseiling, canoeing, caving, mountaineering, team building and problem solving. Suitable for family groups, hen groups, corporate events. 01246 231767.
Carsington Water (15 miles) is a great day out, with an adventure playground, bird-watching and watersports all on offer. Sail, powerboat, windsurf or kayak.
For the bigger kids Wild Park Leisure (23 miles) offers paintballing, quad biking and bike trekking.
EVENTS
FEBRUARY
Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide Football on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday (16 miles).
MARCH
Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide Football on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday (16 miles).
Leek Food and Drink Festival (16 miles).
APRIL
Bakewell Food Festival, Town Centre, Bakewell (3 miles).
Tour of the Peak Sportive, Bakewell Showground (3.8 miles).
MAY
Bakewell Food Festival, Town Centre, Bakewell (3 miles).
Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
JUNE
Ashbourne Festival, Ashbourne (16 miles).
Streetfest, Ashbourne (16 miles).
The Cow Shed Beer Festival, Agricultural Business Centre, Bakewell (4 miles).
Peak Model Railway Exhibition, Agricultural Business Centre, Bakewell (4 miles).
International Day of Dance, Town Centre, Bakewell (3 miles).
Bakewell Carnival Week, Town Centre, Bakewell (3 miles).
JULY
Bakewell Carnival Week, Town Centre, Bakewell (3 miles).
Stainsby Festival, Stainsby, Chesterfield (20.5 miles).
Highland Gathering, Ashbourne Recreation Ground (16 miles).
Y-Not Festival, Pikehall (8.5 miles).
AUGUST
Peakender Beer Festival, Bakewell Showground (3.8 miles).
Buxton Family Festival, Pavilion Gardens, Buxton (11 miles).
Bakewell Show, Bakewell Showground (3.8 miles).
Ashover Agricultural Show, Ashover Showground (14 miles).
Model Tram & Railway Exhibition, Crich Tramway Village (17 miles).
Eyam Carnival and Wakes Week, Eyam (9 miles).
Grand Medieval Joust, Bolsover Castle (21.5 miles).
Hope Show, Bolsover Castle (21.5 miles).
SEPTEMBER
Eyam Carnival and Wakes Week, Eyam (9 miles).
Heritage Open Days. A four-day festival celebrating England's local history and giving access to thousands of places usually closed to the public.
Chatsworth Country Fair, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Wirksworth Festival, Wirksworth (15.5 miles).
Matlock Bath Illuminations, Matlock Bath (12 miles).
Chesterfield Well Dressing at Chesterfield (16 miles).
OCTOBER
Bakewell Wool Gathering, Agricultural Business Centre, Bakewell (4 miles).
Matlock Bath Illuminations, Matlock Bath (12 miles).
Starlight Spectacular, Crich Tramway Village (17 miles) - illuminating the site with special lighting effects and trams in the dark.
Half term Halloween hoot, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Fire garden and fireworks, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Spookyshire- Halloween in the Peak District. Scores of Spooktacular events during an autumn festival of fun. Ranging from Halloween Half Term fun at Gulliver’s, Crich Tramway Village and Standedge Tunnel & Visitor Centre to name just a few.
Scarefest at Alton Towers (22.5 miles).
NOVEMBER
Half term Halloween hoot, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Spookyshire- Halloween in the Peak District. Scores of Spooktacular events during an autumn festival of fun. Ranging from Halloween Half Term fun at Gulliver’s, Crich Tramway Village and Standedge Tunnel & Visitor Centre to name just a few.
Fire garden and fireworks, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Christmas at Chatsworth, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Christmas Market, Chatsworth House (7 miles).
Bakewell Christmas weekend, Town Centre, Bakewell (3 miles). A traditional Christmas market with 80+ stalls, Father Christmas plus entertainment.
DECEMBER
Christmas Tree Festival, All Saints Church, Bakewell (3 miles).
Christmas at Chatsworth, Chatsworth House (7 miles), closed 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January.
Things you need to know about Cuckoo if you’re thinking of booking a holiday there:
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