The Derbyshire Peak District
Derbyshire has some of the best and most spectacular scenery in England, from the rolling green valleys in the south, to the rugged beauty of the Peak District.
Derbyshire has some of the best and most spectacular scenery in England, from the rolling green valleys in the south, to the rugged beauty of the Peak District.
Derbyshire has some of the best and most spectacular scenery in England, from the rolling green valleys in the south, to the rugged beauty of the Peak District. Both the natural landscapes and man-made heritage are amongst the finest anywhere, and the area has many unique customs and traditions which add an interesting twist to any visit here. Combine all the stunning countryside with a rich historical heritage and the many attractive dales towns, and you have a treasure chest of interest just waiting to be opened – Derbyshire certainly will not disappoint!
Itinerary
Monday - Morning departure from Dorset, we pause en-route for lunch. Resume northwards that afternoon to Stockport and after settling in enjoy dinner in the restaurant.
Tuesday - Drive across the Peak District National Park - first stop is the "plague village" of Eyam and its fascinating museum. Continue to Chesterfield with time to marvel at the famous twisted church spire. Later continue to the Palace of the Peak - Chatsworth House, magnificent home of the Duke of Devonshire. Includes a self guided tour of the house, the breathtaking gardens & park, stunning water features, working farm, gift shop and maze.
Wednesday - This morning via the twisting Cat & Fiddle Pass to visit Buxton, the cultural capital of Derbyshire and Jewel of the Peak District. The town is blessed with beautiful architecture and the world famous spa water. After lunch take a scenic drive through the magnificent High Peaks by way of Bakewell, with a stop for tarts, Lady Bower Reservoir, Snake Pass Inn and Glossop.
Thursday - Visit Holmfirth, renowned location for TV's Last of the Summer Wine, a traditional village of stone cottages, narrow ginnels, steep steps and mills. Visitors flock to see Nora Battys house and Sids café. Later we drive over the infamous Saddleworth Moor to the Fletcher Moss Botanic Gardens near Didsbury - covering 90 acres this public park is part formal garden and part nature reserve in all its unsuspecting yet magical glory!
Friday - We bid a fond farewell to this delightful corner of England and head homewards, stopping as appropriate for refreshments, to return to Dorset late that afternoon.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
BREDBURY HALL HOTEL, STOCKPORT
The lovely location of the eminent Bredbury Hall Hotel allows guests to experience the soothing allure of country living, revelling in the fresh air and tranquil nature of Goyt Valley.
148 generously proportioned bedrooms provide private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer, digital TV, phone, iron/board, tea tray and free wifi. The bar and restaurant offer a relaxed an informal atmosphere in which to relax and enjoy a choice of high quality dishes.
There is an outdoor terrace and landscaped gardens in which to stroll or for the energetic there is a gym. A lift serves all floors and room service is available.
TOUR PRICE : £449.00 per person Single Room Supplement : £100.00
Price includes: All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Entry to Eyam Museum, Entry to Chatsworth House, Entry to Fletcher Moss.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Contact Details |
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| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised | |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised | |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised | |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised | |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised | |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland | |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown | |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road | |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised | |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop | |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop | |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester | |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland | |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised | |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis | |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road | |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) | |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) | |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised | |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop | |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop | |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised | |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) | |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole | |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage | |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised | |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave | |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road | |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised | |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn | |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road | |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist | |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth | |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised | |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised | |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel | |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised | |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland | |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised | |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth | |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop | |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised | |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised | |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis | |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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