ENGLAND
5 DAYS from £369
Ladybower Reservoir from Bamford Edge
Spectacular Peaks, Chatsworth House & the High Life
SCENIC TOUR
Chatsworth House
This fantastic tour takes us into the heart of the glorious Peak District where we travel through spectacular countryside to splendid Chatsworth House and historic Buxton Crescent. We enjoy a well-deserved drink and tour of the UK’s highest distillery.
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Scenic Drive of Ladybower Reservoir, Castleton & Eyam Museum We begin our day with a wonderful scenic drive of the Ladybower Reservoir with dramatic views of the Upper Derwent Valley, at the heart of the Peak District National Park. We then head to the pretty village of Castleton where we have free time for lunch, with more breathtaking views of the limestone and gritstone landscapes. After lunch, we visit the Eyam Museum which tells the story of the famous village of Eyam, including its experience of plague in the mid -1600s and its wider social history and industrial heritage. HOW ABOUT? As an alternative we could visit the Grade I listed Renishaw Hall & Gardens this afternoon. This magnificent building was home to the Sitwell family for over 350 years. There’s also an on-site museum to discover more about the family and historic family estate. Ask your Account Manager for details. Day 3 Chatsworth House Today we travel to Chatsworth House in the heart of the Peak District. There are many rooms to explore, including the magnificent Painted Hall, State Rooms, Sketch Galleries and beautiful Sculpture Gallery as well as a diverse art collection to admire, in addition to the famous spectacular gardens. We spend this afternoon at leisure in the market town of Bakewell,
famed of course for its puddings. Located on the River Wye, it is replete with stone buildings and courtyards typical of this gorgeous region. Day 4 Buxton Crescent & Forest Distillery After breakfast, we travel to the thermal spa town of Buxton, home of Buxton Water and located in the centre of the Peak District. Our day begins with the Buxton Crescent Experience , set within the stunning Grade I listed Crescent building. Consisting of nine themed rooms, we explore more than 10,000 years of history covering Buxton, the Crescent, Buxton Water and the people who have visited to bathe in the thermal mineral water. Our experience ends with a visit to the Grade II listed Pump Room to see the sunken oval pool where the 5,000-year-old mineral water still rises from the ground. We then enjoy free time for lunch in Buxton. This afternoon, we visit the Forest Distillery at the Cat & Fiddle for a mini tour and welcome drink on arrival (G&T or Whiskey High Ball) . The UK’s Highest Altitude Distillery, located within Macclesfield Forest and the Peak District National Park. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa Sheffield, Yorkshire plus
Located just 1 mile from Sheffield city centre and 2 miles from the beautiful Peak District, the Kenwood Hall Hotel dates back from the 1860s and is set in 12 acres of parkland with its own lake and attractive gardens. All 114 bedrooms are a good size and contain a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant is light and airy and the bar area offers plenty of comfortable seating. Leisure and spa facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room and gym. • Ground floor rooms • Lift • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £369pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £117 Based on Monday arrivals Great with Groups Weekends & 3-night breaks also available
INCLUSIONS • Entrance to Eyam Museum
• Entrance to Chatsworth House & Gardens • 90-minute Buxton Crescent Experience • Mini tour of Forest Distillery with welcome drink (G & T or Whiskey High Ball)
HOW ABOUT? For more details about our new Derbyshire Christmas Combo see Page 12.
Karina says… This lovely hotel is set in gorgeous gardens, so it feels like an ideal setting from which to explore the stunning scenery of the Peaks. I loved Chatsworth House and the beautiful building of the Buxton Crescent Experience - both were highlights. Be sure to sample the sweet treats of Bakewell - they didn’t disappoint! “
Forest Distillery at the Cat & Fiddle
Eyam Museum
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