The houses are attractively built, in local sandstone, with the Georgian style church at the centre. There is an interesting walk up the Upper Hamps which takes you past Mixon, the site of a disused copper mine. There is also good access onto the uplands of Morridge, which offer superb views over The Roaches, Ramshaw Rocks and Tittesworth.
With some of the best walks in the country, The Roaches, Dovedale, Beresford Dale, Milldale and Dimmingsdale are definitely worth a visit with breathtaking scenery.
Visit the beautiful market towns of Ashbourne, Leek and Buxton which have a selection of cafes, antique shops, and boutiques as well as weekly markets.
The picturesque village of Tissington is well worth a visit with a lovely vintage tearoom and a hall which is open at certain times during the year. You can also park here and access the Tissington Trail.
Hartington is just a 10-minute drive away and has a selection of pubs, tearooms and shops including a well-known cheese shop. There are many beautiful walks around Hartington and along the River Dove.
Alton Towers Theme Park & Splash Landings Waterpark are a 10-minute drive away and there is also a Spa based at the hotel. Or you could hop on a steam train and pass through the delightful countryside at The Churnet Valley Railway.
There are numerous historical houses in the area and are only a short drive away, Chatsworth House, Kedleston Hall, Haddon Hall and Sudbury Hall.
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