The Peak District
England's very first National Park covering 555 square miles of magnificent Derbyshire countryside - made famous by the BBC's "Last of the Summer Wine"
England's very first National Park covering 555 square miles of magnificent Derbyshire countryside - made famous by the BBC's "Last of the Summer Wine"
Founded in 1951, the Peak District National Park was England’s very first, containing 555 square miles of stunning Derbyshire countryside. Made famous by the BBC’s longest running sit-com “The Last of the Summer Wine” it is an area of great contrasts and interest that never fails to captivate and enthral. Both the natural landscapes and man-made heritage are amongst the finest anywhere, from deep green valleys to rugged desolate moors, peppered with chocolate box villages and magnificent stately homes – a treasure chest of interest just waiting to be opened.
ITINERARY
Sunday - Morning departure from Dorset via motorways with stops as appropriate to arrive in Sheffield that afternoon. After settling in enjoy dinner in the restaurant.
Monday - Drive into the Peak District through forest, valleys and meadows - past the iconic Lady Bower Reservoir - we arrive at the picturesque village of Castleton in the Hope Valley. Narrow alleyways and winding streets with traditional stone cottages - a 15 minute walk will take you into the spectacular Cave Dale with its near perpendicular limestone cliffs. Later we continue to the plague village of Eyam - a guided village walking tour and entry to the fascinating museum. Our day ends in Bakewell, the attractive riverside town of charming courtyards and small shops, including the original
Bakewell Pudding shop.
Tuesday - Visit Chatsworth House "The Palace of the Peaks", magnificent home of The Duke of Devonshire. Includes a self-guided tour of the house, the breathtaking gardens and park, stunning water features, working farm and maze. This afternoon we pause in Matlock Bath, one of the first true tourist destinations it was dubbed "Little Switzerland" due to the magnificent views and steep wooded hillsides. It was plenty of quirky shops and cafes, a riverside promenade and gardens to enjoy.
Wednesday - Head deep into the Peak District past fields lined with gritstone walls and across wide heather clad moors to the elegant spa town of Buxton, highest market town in England at over 1000 feet. Tourist flock here for the thermal waters, Georgian architecture and Pavillion Gardens. This afternoon drive on a sweeping route over hill and down dale through Glossop, then turn onto the famous Snake Pass. Built by Thomas Telford and opened in 1821, this famous scenic route crosses the Pennines and takes its name from the isolated pub located along the way.
Thursday - Homeward bound with stops for refreshment to arrive back in Dorset late that afternoon.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
The Rutland Hotel, Sheffield
Sheffield’s largest 3 star independent hotel offers a charming blend of Victorian character and contemporary modern design backed with friendly and helpful service. All 60+ bedrooms are stylishly decorated and provide private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer, TV, phone, iron, tea tray and free wifi. Start your day with a substantial full English breakfast and end it with a delicious two course buffet Evening Dinner in the spacious restaurant. There is a guest lounge in which to socialise over a drink and a garden terrace overlooking a water feature. The hotel is set over three floors and does not have a lift, although some ground floor rooms are available there may still be some stairs to get around.
Tour Price: £499.00 Per Person
Single room supplement: £130.00
Price includes: All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Eyam guide and museum entry, Admission to Chatsworth.
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 |
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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 | Southlands Road bus stop on Buxton Road, Weymouth (former St Nicholas Church) |
| 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 |
| Value House | Value House Car Park |
| 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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