Wheeldon Trees Cottages

Earl Sterndale
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 0AA

Go Ape Buxton

Within walking distance of the Buxton, enjoy high ropes, a zip wire - explore the forest canopy via a treetop rope course.

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Heights of Abraham

As well as the famous cable cars, the park features underground tours of two caverns; play areas, exhibitions and picnic spots - plus spectacular views across the Derwent towards Matlock

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Carsington Water

Every year over 200 species of bird are recorded at here. Mammals and invertebrates thrive in the surrounding woodlands and meadows, including water voles and brown hares.

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Poole's Cavern

A two-million-year-old natural limestone cave on the edge of Buxton - an all weather, accessible & family friendly attraction

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The Roaches

Moorland birds you’ll encounter include red grouse with their metallic calls, curlew and stonechat. Visit in spring and summer for bird activity. Look for dippers and grey wagtails along Black Brook.

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Lathkill Dale

Much of the ash woodland has been around for millenia. Wood anemones, primroses and violets carpet the woodland floor. Watch and listen for dippers and water voles by the river.

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Longshaw Estate

Covers 680 hectares of heather moors, woodland, conifer plantations, meadows and gritstone edges.

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Edale

Surrounded by the hills and moors of the Dark Peak, its varied habitats are home to richly diverse wildlife

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Carsington Water

A Gently undulating route around Carsington Water reservoir in south of the Peak; mostly traffic free; cycle hire.

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Longdendale Trail

A short linear route through scenic Longdendale valley, north east of Glossop. Traffic-free, generally level with firm surface.

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Haddon Hall

A real hidden gem... Fabulous Medieval/Tudor home set in lovely English gardens in the heart of the Peak District Plus a cracking tea room !

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Gulliver's Kingdom

Designed for families with children aged 2 - 13, there are a wide range of rides and attractions - from the Western World and pirates play area, to the log flume and Drop Tower

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Wye Valley

Limestone dales containing some of the most spectacular and ecologically important sites in the Peak District.The valley has 11 important nature reserves - and you can visit them all !

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Upper Derwent Valley Reservoirs

Scenic and accessible loop around three reservoirs in the Upper Derwent Valley, combining minor road (closed at peak holiday times) and easy, level gravel tracks; cycle hire available.

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The Royal Oak

Warm Welcome, great food and beer - and only five minutes away !

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Sett Valley Trail

A short, linear route for cyclists, walkers and horse riders along a former railway branch line between New Mills and Hayfield.

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Ashbourne Festival

Takes place every June and July bringing classical and contemporary arts for the town, the surrounding area and its many summer visitors

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Chatsworth House

The iconic English stately home : grand home, fine art, gardens, walks and parkland, children's playground and farmyard... Chatsworth delivers !

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