Situated in the heart of the UK, The Peak District is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. The landscape varies from rugged moorland, ancient forests, waterfalls, valleys carved out by rivers and caves, fields of green and caverns galore. Nestled in the landscape are some incredibly ...
Ashford-In-The-Water: A Quick Guide To The Prettiest Village in The Peak District, Derbyshire
Designated the UK's first National Park, The Peak District sits at the base of the Pennines, with one foot in the North and the other in the Midlands. The Peak District is an area of outstanding national beauty. It attracts visitors the world over who come to enjoy the scenery and take breathtaking ...
The Best Bluebell Woods In Derbyshire
Bluebell woods. The quintessential sign of British springtime. That time of the year when ancient woodlands across the country are swept in a sea of blue in the dense green woods. For a long time now, I have been on the hunt for the best bluebell woods in Derbyshire. There are some stunning examples ...
A Photo Diary – A Glimpse Inside Calke Abbey
This Grade I listed beauty lies in the idyllic village of Ticknall in the Derbyshire countryside. Formerly the site of an Augustinian priory in the 12th century, the present building that is Calke Abbey, did not begin life until 1701. The house was owned by the Harpur family since 1622 until they ...
Elvaston Castle In A Winter Wonderland
I have been coming to Elvaston Castle for as long as I can remember. From when I was first born my mum would take me on walks here. As soon as I could walk and run, I was playing hide and seek being trees in the gardens. I have many fond memories here. Elvaston Castle is the former home of the ...