Attractions
Highfield is within easy reach of many peak attractions.
Highfield offers the perfect base for exploring the delights of the Peak District and The Derbyshire Dales.
Places to visit
Chatsworth House – Home of The Duke & Duchess of Devonshire, with an exciting programme of events all year.
Sudbury Hall – Late 17th Century House & museum of childhood.
Kedleston Hall – 18th Century Neo-Classical mansion.
Hardwick Hall – An Elizabethan Masterpiece.
TissingtonHall – Film Location of Jane Ayre & The Duchess.
Sir Richard Arkwrights Mill – The first water-powered cotton mill site in the industrial revolution.
Peak District Mining Museum – Experience the forgotten world of a Derbyshire lead miner.
Towns to visit
Matlock – Once world-famous spa town, situated on the River Derwent.
Bakewell – Home of the famous Bakewell Pudding.
Ashbourne – Historic old market town.
Family fun
The Heights of Abraham – Cable car adventure.
Gullivers Kingdom Theme Park – Famous 65 rides & attractions park.
Matlock Bath Aquarium – Thermal pool selection of British & tropical fish.
Crich Tramway Village – Exciting events throughout the year.
Matlock Farm Park – Pony trekking & animal petting fun.
Carsington Water – Leisure, water sports & sailing.
National Stone Centre – The story of stone.
Peak Rail – Special events & fun aboard the steam train.
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway – Ride along the picturesque valley From Derby to Wirksworth.
The Bike Barn – A wonderful independent cycle business in the heart of Ashbourne, ‘the gateway to the Peak District’. The Bike Barn is proud to offer cycle hire; only minutes away from the stunning, traffic free, Tissington Trail.
New 42-mile circular walking and riding route taking in Matlock and Bakewell. Learn More.
Resources
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Peak District Attractions
Discover more than 22 places to visit across Derbyshire and the Peak District whilst visiting the area.
Walking
For a lovely short walk, check out this video showing the Lumsdale Valley Loop: Lumsdale Valley Loop Walk