Upper Derwent Valley
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Overview
Across the A57 from Bamford, the visitor centre at Fairholmes, below the wall of the Derwent Dam, tells the story of the drowned villages of Derwent and Ashopton, the Dambusters, and the rest of the popular valley.
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About the area
The natural features of this central English county range from the modest heights of the Peak District National Park, where Kinder Scout stands at 2,088 ft (636 m), to the depths of its remarkable underground caverns, floodlit to reveal exquisite Blue John stone. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the High Peak Trail which extends from the Derwent Valley to the limestone plateau near Buxton, and for many, the spectacular scenery is what draws them to the area.
Nearby places to stay
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Nearby places to stay
Losehill House Hotel
Situated down a quiet leafy lane, this hotel occupies a secluded spot in the Peak District National Park. Bedrooms are comfortable and beautifully appointed. The outdoor hot tub, with s...
Underleigh House
Comfort, charm and a traditional atmosphere all contribute to a relaxing break in Underleigh House, an award-winning and quintessentially English B&B. In a fantastic Peak District locat...
The Acorn
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The Barn at Mead Farm
The Barn is set in the heart of the beautiful Peak District countryside and has been lovingly rebuilt in the original stone to reflect its history yet incorporating all modern comforts....
The Oaks
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Riding House Farm Cottages
Riding House Farm offers Shepherd's Cottage and Milkmaid's Cottage. This working farm is 140 acres, and guests can see lambs in spring, visit the calf house and feed the hens. There is ...
Thorndene B&B
Thorndene B&B has 3 comfortable, spacious ensuite rooms, guest lounge/breakfast room, off-road parking and a secure bicycle lock-up. For breakfast, Thorndene B&B uses local produce and...
Pindale Farm Outdoor Centre
Set around a 13th-century farmhouse and a former lead mine pump house (now converted to a self-contained bunkhouse accommodating up to 60 people), this simple, off-the-beaten-track site...
