Experience a surprising short break with a unique difference
Visit the Peak District & Derbyshire and experience a surprising short break with a unique difference. From stone carving to caving; historic tours to dramatic moors; culinary delights to country pub nights. Click on the links below, contact Peak District & Derbyshire, and they will do the hard work for you, in creating your perfect surprising short break.
Stick & Stone
Whether you would like to work with your hands learning a craft or simply immerse yourself into the wonder of the woodlands, caves and caverns; no stone will be left unturned in the Peak District and Derbyshire. Experience the rarest natural rock formation at the Blue John Cavern and choose your own unique piece of Blue John stone from the craft shop.
Renaissance Relaxation
Long in relaxation and deep in experience. Be pampered at an exquisite spa hotel; picnic in peace or dine on the finest Peak District produce; visit a splendid historic house such as Chatsworth House; take a stroll and switch off.
Symmetry & Light
Dappled meadows, purple patchwork quilt scenery forming the perfect landscape. Enjoy capturing the colour, light and dramatic scenery through a photography or painting workshop with a short break with a difference. Visit landscaped gardens and galleries and see how local artists have captured the diverse landscape.
Milk & Honey
Wake up to the smell of mouth watering Peak District bacon. Experience succulent Derbyshire lamb, smoked meats and cheeses all washed down with the local tipple. Experience local farmers markets and specialist delicatessens.
Bess of Hardwick
A woman with guts and determination who would never stop in her quest to make her family the wealthiest in the land. A short break to inspire all. Experience Bess’s personal legacy of wonderful houses and landscapes - the places she lived in, her story and the secrets of her rise in power. A break to celebrate the 400th anniversary since her death, in 2008, whilst experiencing the real historic Peak District & Derbyshire.