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Buxton Museum & Art Gallery
The Museum & Art Gallery features geology, archaeology and history of the Peak District displayed in a seven section time tunnel - complete with sounds and smells! |
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Calke Abbey
A tour of Calke Abbey's treasures is like taking a step back in history. The stately home remains in a mid-19th century time warp. |
 Chatsworth
Chatsworth is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and has been the family home of the Cavendish family since 1549.There's always something different to see, do and discover at Chatsworth. |
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Crich Tramway Village
Ride through history on Vintage Trams from all over the world. They run every few minutes to take you through a Period Street, beneath the elegant Bowe-Lyon Bridge, and on to open countryside with views that take your breath away. |
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Derby Cathedral
This beautiful Georgian Cathedral consecrated in 1927 welcomes visitors 365 days per year. The magnificent medieval tower, the second highest church tower in the country. |
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Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Derby Museum and Art Gallery houses a wide range of important and attractive collections covering porcelain, paintings, archaeology, history, local regiments, geology and wildlife. |
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Dovedale
Dovedale is one of the most visited sites in the Peak District. The River Dove babbles through this shady limestone gorge and the highlight for many is crossing the river by a series of stepping stones. |
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Eyam Hall
Eyam Hall has been the much loved home of the Wright family for over 300 years. A guided tour of this remarkably unspoilt 17th century manor house affords a glimpse of history in miniature. |
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Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath
From the moment you enter Gulliver's you enter another world where your imagination can roam free. Gulliver's Matlock Bath is nestled in a stunning hillside location where much of the magic comes from the amazing scenery and views. |
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Haddon Hall
Haddon Hall - the Derbyshire Home of the Duke of Rutland, has belonged to the family since the late 16th century. |
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Hardwick Hall
One of the most splendid houses in England. Built by Bess of Hardwick in the 1590s, and unaltered since: yet its huge windows and high ceilings make it feel strikingly modern. |
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Heights of Abraham Cable Cars Caverns and Country Park
Welcome the Peak District's oldest and one of the areas most popular days out, an attraction where stunning natural beauty is matched by human achievement and the historic blends seamlessly with the futuristic. |
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High Peak Trail & Cromford Canal
The High Peak Trail is a 17.5 miles traffic free trail across the White Peak for walkers, horse riders and cyclists. |
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Ilam Park and South Peak Estate
The popular Ilam Country Park lies on the banks of the River Manifold, which waters miles of scenic meadows and limestone gorges along its rock-strewn course through the Peak District. |
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Kedleston Hall
Fans of 18th century architect, Robert Adam, are in for a treat at Kedleston Hall. The interior designs of this Palladian mansion have some of the best examples of Adam's work. |
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Lea Gardens
Lea Gardens, which have been established for 45 years, contain a unique collection of highly acclaimed rhododendrons, azaleas kalmias and other plants collected from the far corners of the world. |
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Longshaw Estate
Set in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and enjoying spectacular views of the Peak District, the Longshaw Estate reveals some of the area's most fascinating local history. |
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Melbourne Hall
In its picturesque poolside setting, Melbourne Hall was once the home of Victorian Prime Minister, William Lamb, who as 2nd Viscount Melbourne, gave his name to the famous city in Australia. |
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National Stone Centre
Admission to our dramatic fifty acre site, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, revealing a fossil tropical seascape 330 million years old, is free. |
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National Trust Museum of Childhood
Situated in the 19th century service wing of Sudbury Hall, the Museum of Childhood is a delight for all ages with something for everyone. |
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Peak District National Park
National Parks are Britain's breathing spaces. Places to get away from it all and enjoy fresh air and spectacular countryside. |
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Peveril Castle
From the inspiring remains of Peveril Castle - high on a rocky outcrop - there's no more spectacular view of the Peak District. |
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Pickford's House Museum
Pickford's House, a Grade One listed building, was built in 1770 by architect Joseph Pickford as his family home and work premises. |
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Pooles Cavern and Buxton Country Park
High and low adventure at Poole's Cavern and Buxton Country Park.Poole's Cavern - Found deep beneath the limestone hills on the edge of the historic Derbyshire spa town of Buxton. |
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Red House Stables Working Carriage Museum
Red House Stables Working Carriage Museum has one of the finest collections of original horse drawn vehicles and equipment in Britain. |
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Speedwell Cavern
Enter the inner world of the underground cave system in the heart of the Peak District National Park and absorb the atmosphere as a watery silence echoes all around you. |
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Stainsby Mill
Discover for yourself the tranquil workplace of a 19th century miller. |
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Sudbury Hall
The ideal family day out - an intriguing house, an entertaining museum and a restful garden. |
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The Donington Grand Prix Collection
Take a lap around the World's largest collection of Grand Prix cars at the Donington Grand Prix Collection, and start an incredible journey through motor sport history. |
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Treak Cliff Cavern
Treak Cliff cavern is an underground Wonderland of Stalactites, Stalagmites, Rocks Minerals and Fossils. It is also home to Blue John Stone, a rare form of Fluorite with beautiful colours. |
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Wirksworth Heritage Centre
The Story of Wirksworth encompasses the history of the town from prehistoric times to the modern day. |
Above, you will find a complete list of all the Tourist Attractions in Derbyshire we currently have listed on AboutBritain.com.
If you're wondering what to do in Derbyshire, then simply explore the links on this page for more detailed information, and you'll soon discover that there are lots of interesting things to do in Derbyshire.
As you can see, we have a wide range of ideas for family days out in Derbyshire, so you'll never be short of exciting things to do or interesting places to go.
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