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Explore, meet, relax A commercial cotton spinning mill until 1991 and now home to a working textile museum, visitor centre, offices and meeting and event spaces. Explore our extensive collection of historic textile machinery within Sir Richard Arkwright’s 1783 water powered cotton spinning mill.   ‘BALE TO BOBBIN’ self guided MONDAYS, TUESDAYS WEDNESDAYS & SATRDAYS 11am-3:30pm (last entry 3pm) THURSDAYS Read more…

In 1995, Yvonne Bullock-Walters, after many years experience in fashion retail and looking to open her own business venture, discovered a beautiful, listed Georgian building on Victoria Square in the heart of Ashbourne that she thought would be perfect for “Banjo”. 20 years later, Banjo is still offering a fantastic range of fashion labels over three floors. Our collections cover Read more…

Welcome to the AWARD WINNING (Homes & Gardens) Bullclough School of Art, a spectacular meeting place and retreat for aspiring and established artists. Combining a deep connection between the tools and techniques of art, together with the flair and passion of creativity, the Bullclough experience is truly inspirational for everyone who studies here.   Whether you attend a short course, Read more…

The Old Barn is one of Castleton’s longest standing retailers, set in the beautiful Peak District National Park.   We are a family-run business who love everything about the outdoors and the Peak. We welcome customers from all over the UK, and the world, and greet everyone with a smile (and a dog treat for four-legged friends!).   We stock Read more…

Learn new skills including Patchwork, Quilting, Embroidery, Spinning, Weaving, Knitting and Crochet, all in relaxed and friendly surroundings.   We at Heirs and Graces are passionate not just about the crafts themselves but about the history of those crafts and the process that goes into creating the tools and supplies that we then stock for you to enjoy. We are Read more…

The Adventure Hub is a bouldering wall, open to the public and has been designed and built by climbers, for everyone, in the heart of the Hope Valley. Facilities Include: – 6 Bouldering Circuits (15 problems each) – Bouldering Competition Circuit – LED Moonboard with over 50,000 problems – Training Facilities – Kids Clubs and Parties – Annual and Monthly Read more…

Krav Maga is today’s cutting edge fighting system. Developed for the Israel military forces and battle tested in real-life combat, Krav Maga has gained an international reputation as an easy-to-learn yet highly effective art of self-defence. It is widely regarded as the most effective self defence system available. Krav Maga covers all aspects of self defence including defences against firearms, knives, Read more…

We’re not a big company at all. Although people often think so looking at our website. But we ARE the leading Midlands stag and hen organisers.   We’re a local husband and wife led team that live in the heart of what we do, here in Derbyshire on the south border of the Peak District.   Put simply, we arrange Read more…

Outdoor Activities for Everyone at Rosliston. There a large number of activities to choose from which vary in pace and level of excitement but most importantly, give you the opportunity to try something new or different to the typical days out in countryside.   We have activities for families looking for a great day out or more formal forest themed Read more…

Errwood Sailing Club is an RYA Training Centre and offers various sailing and powerboat training courses throughout the year. We are keen to share the beautiful surroundings of our sailing club with new members, please get in touch if you are interested in joining.   The club is in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the Peak District National Park, located in the Goyt Valley Read more…

David Mellor Country Shop is the perfect place to choose your special presents. It stocks the full range of David Mellor cutlery as well as a collection of the finest British crafts: handmade pottery, woodware, glass, English baskets, horn and marble, jams and honeys. We sell a professional range of kitchen equipment and superb David Mellor kitchen knives.   The Read more…

The Outside shop in Hathersage is ideally situated in the heart of climbing territory. In addition to an excellent Rock Climbing and Mountaineering Department, the shop has a huge range of clothing, boots and equipment.   Opening Times Mon-Fri 09:30-17:30 Weekend 09:30-18:00 Contact Info Call us: 01433 651936 Email us: hathersage@outside.co.uk Find us: Outside Ltd Main Road Hathersage Derbyshire S32 Read more…

Izzi of Baslow is an independent ladies fashion boutique that nestles at the foot of the Chatsworth Estate in Baslow, Derbyshire near Sheffield.   Buy designer fashion online from the World’s leading designers including; Marc Cain Sports, Marc Cain Collections, and Marc Cain Additions.   Choose from designers including Paul Smith, Edward Achour Paris, Gina Bacconi, Hale Bob, Joseph Ribkoff, Read more…

With Folk Camps you can experience folk music, singing and dancing, and take part in the wide range of other activities on offer. If you like music, have a sense of humour and enjoy meeting new people, this is the place to find out more about our family-friendly holidays. Each year Folk Camps finds beautiful locations throughout England and Wales Read more…

Penrose Interiors is set in the heart of the Peak District on the Chatsworth Estate.   Established in 1987, Penrose Interiors are best known for their hand crafted quality upholstery and interior design and boast the largest fabric and wallpaper collection in Derbyshire. The beautiful converted barn houses four unique showrooms, each displaying many styles, from traditionally classic to contemporary. Read more…

WALX Derwent and Dales is dedicated to providing outdoor fitness to all abilities in Derbyshire. Nordic Walking, Bungypump, Smoveys, Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing, Mindfulness, Speedhyking and Holidays are all part of the complete well-being solution to help you to reach your goals. Through safe, effective professional guidance we will help you to make long-lasting positive changes for a healthier, Read more…

WELCOME TO BUXTON & HIGH PEAK GOLF CLUB. A true test of golf in a beautiful country setting. Buxton & High Peak Golf Club is located in the High Peak 13 miles south east of Stockport and close to the centre of the beautiful spa town of Buxton.   Approaching Buxton, often regarded as the gateway to the Peak District, Read more…

Peak Shopping Village is nestled in the hills of Derbyshire in the small picturesque village of Rowsley just a stone’s throw from Chatsworth House and Gardens.   In this relaxed and accessible environment, you can enjoy browsing a range of stores from national names such as Pavers Shoes, Leading Labels, The Gift Company and Regatta to unique independents such as Read more…

What better way to see the stunning Peak District national park, than from the air. With a range of helicopter flights to suit all budgets, from a family-friendly 6 Mile experience, to our ever popular Dambuster Tour, we have something for everyone to make your day out in the Peaks extra special.   For more details on all of our Read more…

Paragliding lessons, Hang Gliding lessons, Derbyshire UK. The Derbyshire Flying Centre, established in 1987 by Stephen Hudson CFI – Senior Instructor, British Hang Gliding and Paragliding team. BHPA Merit Award.   Derbyshire is the place to learn to Paraglide and Hang Glide, with the variant UK weather producing highly skilled and knowledgeable pilots. If flying is for you, then we Read more…

At Parapente we have been teaching people to fly since 1987, being one of the oldest established hill launch schools in The Derbyshire Peak District.   Our school is located in Newmills, Derbyshire. {Only 30mins from Manchester, 1 hour from Liverpool, 1 1/2hours from Birmingham, 30mins from Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, 45mins from Nottingham, 45mins from Chesterfield, 40mins from Sheffield and 20mins Read more…

Swimming for all Swimming is a great activity for the whole family to participate in together. All ages and abilities can enjoy splashing around and practicing the essential life skill of swimming. Bakewell offers: Family & Children’s Pool Sessions Floats and Fun- a fun session which includes our small inflatables, toys and floats. Toddler Splash – a session for parents Read more…

Pilates Classes in Derbyshire and the Peak District. Based in Bakewell, I also serve Matlock, Youlgrave and Miller’s Dale, nr Buxton. WHY PILATES? Learn to improve your movement patterns… by identifying and activating the correct muscles, we can move optimally and reduce aches & pains. Pilates is fantatsic for postural correction, improving stability, strength, balance and flexibility. Many professional athletes Read more…

Dedicated to climbing…. Climbing fundamentally changed our lives. It’s more than just a job or hobby, it’s a lifestyle, which has created endless adventures and experiences. With the lowest course ratios, run by a team of incredibly psyched climbing professionals, our aim is a simple one; share knowledge. Whether you’re new to the sport or an experienced climber, we have Read more…

Based in the old market town of Wirksworth, Derbyshire on the edge of the Peak District. Wirksworth Outdoors is a friendly, independent shop run by Geoff and Amanda, that specialises in outdoor clothes, footwear and equipment.   We love the outdoors and want to share the experience with others, offering honest advice to our customers. We know what is needed Read more…

Pure Outdoor is a professional, independent provider of high quality courses, experiences and guiding in the outdoors.   We have provided NNAS Navigation Courses, Winter Skills, Rock Climbing Courses, Mountaineering and Scrambling courses since 2005. We are based in Sheffield, near the Peak District and run courses country-wide.   The aim is to provide high quality, low instructor/client ratio courses Read more…

Peaks Fly Fishing is run by David Johnson a qualified game angling coach and member of the Salmon & Trout association. We provide tuition either on a one to one basis (available 7 days a week) or on courses for those who prefer a group environment. If you are buying a lesson as a present for a loved one then Read more…

Blue Mountain Activities The Derbyshire Peak District is a fantastic area for outdoor adventure activities, with rolling hills and moorland, together with fast flowing rivers through spectacular limestone gorges. The Peak District is centrally located in the UK with good motorway access. Whether Rock Climbing in stunning and picturesque surroundings, at a ‘classic’ venue for example, Stanage Edge, or a Read more…

About The Buxton Opera House. 
Buxton Opera House is one of Britain’s leading receiving theatres, presenting around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children’s shows, drama, musical concerts, pantomime and opera as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme. The theatre is also home to the prestigious Buxton Festival and The International Gilbert & Sullivan Read more…

Hargate Hall regularly host team building and management development courses and events. The Victorian manor house has been converted into 12 apartments with a total of 22 bedrooms. Hargate Hall can accommodate up to 50 delegates (if sharing rooms). We have extensive lawn areas which can be used for problem solving activities and a purpose built ‘high ropes and low Read more…

Looking for somewhere to ride in the Peak District? Then come and ride with us at Northfield Farm. The successful riding centre was opened in 1976 by David and Liz Andrews. It is situated on the edge of Flash, England’s highest village, which is  just 5 miles south of Buxton. The rides, mostly 2 hours in length follow the old Read more…

With more of a personal touch, we trek at the customer’s pace whether it be fast or slow!  We take out smaller groups as it allows the customers to totally relax and enjoy their trek much more.  THE BEST OFF ROAD HORSE RIDING in the Midlands!! Very safe for beginners and a dream you wouldn’t believe for experienced riders!   Read more…

ASD Jewellers… ASD Jewellers is an independent family business formed in 1977. We are based in Castleton in the heart of the Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, England. This village is home to the only known deposit of the beautiful mineral, Blue John. The stone was mined in Castleton nearly two thousand years ago by the Romans, who recognised it Read more…

ASHWOOD ARTISAN. KITCHENS, BEDROOMS AND FURNITURE.
 
Situated in the heart of the Peak District, in a sixteenth century courtyard, near the spa town of Buxton. Ashwood Artisan is owned and operated by Bryan Callaghan-Gratton. Since leaving school I have always had a passion for making furniture. Using traditional methods of furniture making, all our wooden drawer boxes, for example, are made Read more…

Authentic Furniture is all about offering the very best customer service and a range of furniture that is, as per the very definition of “Authentic”; reliable, honest and trustworthy. au•then•tic 1 GENUINE, original, real actual, pukka, bona fide, true, vertible; sterling; attested, undisputed, rightful, legitimate, lawful, legal, valid; informal the real McCoy, the genuine article, the real thing, your actual, Read more…

At Peaklander in Calver we have a team of dedicated footwear professionals who take the provision of high quality customer service very seriously.   You can be assured that we provide the best possible service both in person in the store, and through our e-commerce web site.   Based in the heart of the Peak District, we supply footwear and Read more…

My name is Peter Lax and I am a Professional Game Angling Instructor qualified at GAIC Level for Game Angling Techniques with a Single Handed Rod. I am also a UKCC Licensed Level 2 Game Angling Coach.   I offer Fly-fishing Lessons, tuition, coaching & guiding in and around North East Derbyshire & South Yorkshire.
 
If you would like to learn Read more…

BEST CYCLE HIRE PRICES ON THE MONSAL TRAIL. Electric Bikes now available to hire . The Monsal trail is the disused Midland railway line that was closed in 1968 & then recently converted in 2010-2011 into a new cycle track, allowing people to cycle from Blackwell Mill, Nr. Buxton to Bakewell. The eight & half miles follows the river Wye Read more…

Peak Tours – Cycling Tours / Walking Tours / Cycle Hire & Delivery Service… Peak Tours is the Peak Districts leading cycling tours company & the only company which provides a cycle hire & delivery service. Peak Tours also offers a range of walking tours throughout the Peak District. Cycle Hire
If you would like to hire bikes we will deliver Read more…

Painting Pots is what this delightful ceramic studio is all about and customers can choose from over 130 different blank items to paint from all ranges of tableware to piggy banks. There is no need to book, no studio fee and the charge for chosen item includes glazing & firing. Prices start from £3. Going Potty is the perfect place Read more…

Lorraine and Tracey and staff welcome you to Jungle Monkey where your child can explore and have lots of fun in our indoor play centre. During Term Time we offer a special rate to parents and toddlers including a drink of juice and a biscuit. * We Have a Loyalty Card Scheme and Child Minder 10% discount. We offer a Read more…

On a Wick & a Prayer are designers and manufacturers of quality British candles. Over the past 15 years we have steadily built a reputation for quality and innovation in design. Situated right at the Heart of England our location is reflected in our products which are only made in the Peak District and use only British sourced products. On Read more…

Ballooning with Wickers World. 
Established in 1987 by experienced commercial balloonists Jon Rudoni and Andy Rawson, the company now has the ability to fly more than 6000 thousand passengers each year and owns a fleet of ten balloons. As a family business we are passionate about ballooning, and offer our customers an unrivalled service. Derbyshire and the Peak district. 
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Craft Courses at Zantium Studios.

Be inspired … Escape to the beautiful Peak District countryside and immerse yourself in the colourful and creative haven of Zantium Studios. We offer an exciting programme of short courses throughout the year in a range of art and craft disciplines. – Purpose built studio in peaceful rural setting
- Expert professional tuition in a friendly relaxed Read more…

Exhibit Gallery… 

Situated in the village of Rowsley, within the beautiful Peak District National Park 1/2 mile from the famous Haddon Hall, 2 miles from Chatsworth House, 2 miles from the town of Bakewell and 5 miles from the spa town of Matlock. The Gallery offers six exhibitions throughout the year as diverse as the annual Cornish Exhibition to the Read more…

The Rutland Arms AntiQues Centre   A new quality antiques centre for the Peak District in the heart of Bakewell within easy reach of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, set in the Georgian splendour of the old stable block of the Rutland Arms Hotel built by the Duke of Rutland in 1805 and visited by many famous names such as Read more…

Dauphin Antiques, Costume Jewellery & Giftware … Dauphin Antiques is a family run business established in the heart of the Peak District for over 13 years. We specialise in period Oak furniture dating back to the Tudor and Elizabethan era’s. We also stock a large range of long cased clocks, contemporary silver jewellery and giftware. Period oak is a passion Read more…

For a truly memorable experience which is creative and fun, why not treat yourself to a course or workshop at the Derbyshire Eco Centre. Discover the joy of learning at our flagship eco building in its relaxing setting. From woodland management, dry stone walling or rustic furniture making to stained glass, yoga or map reading and navigation skills, we have Read more…

We are the social, adventure and activity group for ordinary people who want to do extraordinary things!
With over 10,000 adult members nationwide and hundreds of varied events per month to choose from you’re sure to have fun, meet new people, make friends and join some great events. Read more…