Derbyshire Delights

Day One

We travel to Derby today, arriving at our hotel with time to settle in before enjoying dinner.

Day Two

After breakfast this morning we travel to Chatsworth House, home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. We have included entrance to the house and 105 acre garden which features historic and modern waterworks and sculptures, Victorian rock garden and maze. This afternoon, we visit Denby Pottery Village where you have time to explore at leisure before returning to the hotel for dinner.

Day Three

This morning we visit the National Memorial Arboretum. The 150-acre site is home to over 330 thought-provoking memorials covering both military and civilian associations, along with tributes for individuals. Rich in design and symbolism, and sympathetic to the lush gardens they inhabit, the memorials and their stories are fascinating. This afternoon we visit Calke Abbey, the house where time stood still, vividly portraying a period in the twentieth century when many country houses did not survive to tell their story. Rather than restoring Calke to its former glory, they've undertaken necessary repairs to halt the decay of the house and its collections. As you wander through the mansion, you'll discover abandoned rooms, peeling wallpaper and a vast collection of strange and unique objects presented exactly how they were found. We return to the hotel for dinner.

Day Four

This morning we travel to Bolsover Castle. With spectacular views over Derbyshire, the fairy-tale Stuart mansion was designed to entertain and impress. Wander the lavish rooms of the Little Castle, explore the romantic ruined terrace range, and delight in the views from the wall walk. We travel back to the hotel and the rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the local area and then enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Day Five

This morning we enjoy our final breakfast before travelling home.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included