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Crich Tramway Village
Buxton Crescent Experience
The Peak of Transport Treats Our perfectly packed tour features a canal cruise through the Derwent Valley and visits to Crich Tramway Village, Denby Pottery Village, Cromford Mills, Kedleston Hall & the Great British Car Journey Museum.
Highlights & History of Derbyshire
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Known for its outstanding scenery, picturesque spa towns, not to mention its impressive stately houses, Derbyshire really offers so many amazing experiences. You will be spoilt for choice. Our five-day tour includes the best highlights from the Buxton Crescent Experience, breathtaking Chatsworth House to the historic towns of Ashbourne and Matlock Bath.
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Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Cromford Cruise & Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills
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We begin our day in Cromford, from where we enjoy a return 2-hour narrow boat cruise through the picturesque Derwent Valley. We finish our morning with free time to explore Matlock and have some lunch. In the afternoon we visit Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We enjoy a mill and village tour to hear the story of how in the 18th century the valley changed the world with the first This morning, we make our way to Denby Pottery Village. We embark on the Denby Discovery and Museum Experience , starting with the Discovery Experience where we find out how the pottery is hand-crafted followed by a visit to the Museum where we discover 200 years of Denby history. Our visit includes afternoon tea at Bourne’s Coffee Shop & Bistro. This afternoon we visit Kedleston Hall , an 18th century mansion & seat of the Curzon family. Day 4 Great British Car Journey & Crich Tramway Village We spend this morning at the Great British Car Journey , a car museum celebrating an era when British innovation was at the forefront of a transport revolution. We explore more than 130 vehicles as we discover the history of British motoring. In the afternoon we visit Crich Tramway Village , a period village museum where we can enjoy travelling along the traditional village street on a vintage tram andviewing the exhibitions. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS successful water powered cotton spinning mill. Day 3 Denby Pottery Village & Kedleston Hall
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Matlock Bath & Calke Abbey
After breakfast, we explore the picturesque spa town of Matlock Bath. Set in a scenic riverside location in a limestone gorge, the town has been attracting visitors since the 17th century. This afternoon, we visit the unique and ‘unstately’ Calke Abbey. Home to the Harpur-Crewe family for 12 generations, the house is preserved in the state of decline it was in from 1985 when it was handed over to the National Trust. Known as hoarders, the family amassed a vast collection of hidden treasures. See the walled gardens and orangery, baroque style mansion with abandoned rooms and the parkland. Day 3 Buxton Crescent Experience & Ashbourne Our day begins at the Buxton Crescent Experience , set within the stunning Grade I listed Crescent building. We explore more than 10,000 years of history covering Buxton, the Crescent, Buxton Water and the people who have visited. Our experience ends with a visit to the Pump Room to see the sunken oval pool where the mineral water still rises from the ground. This afternoon, we head for Ashbourne known for its winding cobbled streets, charming Market Place and handsome Tudor and Georgian architecture. Day 4 Chatsworth House & Bakewell Today we travel to Chatsworth House in the heart of the Peak District. There are many rooms to explore, including the magnificent Painted Hall, as well as a diverse art collection to admire and spectacular gardens. We spend this afternoon at leisure in the market town of Bakewell, famed of course for its puddings. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • Entrance to Calke Abbey
• 2-hour narrow boat cruise Cromford Wharf - Leawood • Mill & village tour of Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills • Denby Discovery & Museum Experience with afternoon tea • Entrance to Kedleston Hall • Entrance to Great British Car Journey Museum • Crich Tramway Village visit & tram ride
• 90-minute Buxton Crescent Experience • Entrance to Chatsworth House & Gardens
The Derby Mickleover Hotel BW Signature Collection Derby, Derbyshire plus
Located at Mickleover on the outskirts of Derby, the Derby Mickleover Hotel offers groups a warm welcome. There is lift access to all 99 bedrooms which all contain a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a large restaurant and also a bar leading to the open plan reception. A lounge can be found on the first floor and is an ideal place to relax away from the hustle and bustle below. • Lift • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
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