Attractions in Chesterfield & Things to Do in Chesterfield
(and nearby)

Bolsover Castle (5 Miles)*
Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire is well off the beaten track in a former coal-mining area. It offers three wonderful buildings in one unique attraction.
Hardwick Hall (7 Miles)*
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.
Stainsby Mill (7 Miles)*
Discover for yourself the tranquil workplace of a 19th century miller.
Chatsworth (7 Miles)*
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.
Red House Stables Working Carriage Museum (8 Miles)*
Red House Stables Working Carriage Museum has one of the finest collections of original horse drawn vehicles and equipment in Britain.
Longshaw Estate (9 Miles)*
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.
Lea Gardens (9 Miles)*
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.
The Traditional Heritage Museum (9 Miles)*
This Sheffield museum comprises a fascinating collection of artefacts, housed in small reconstructed workshops representing typical local trades.
Haddon Hall (9 Miles)*
Haddon Hall - the Derbyshire Home of the Duke of Rutland, has belonged to the family since the late 16th century.
Heights of Abraham Cable Cars Caverns and Country Park (9 Miles)*
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.
Sheffield Botanical Garden (9 Miles)*
Sheffield Botanical Gardens were designed in 1834 by Robert Marnock, a leading horticulturalist and landscape designer. The Gardens are listed by English Heritage as a Grade II site of special historic and architectural interest.
Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath (10 Miles)*
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.
Crich Tramway Village (10 Miles)*
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.
Peak District National Park (10 Miles)*
National Parks are Britain's breathing spaces. Places to get away from it all and enjoy fresh air and spectacular countryside.
Eyam Hall (10 Miles)*
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.
Harley Gallery (10 Miles)*
The award-winning Harley Gallery has a national reputation for excellence and innovation.
Creswell Crags Museum and Education Centre (10 Miles)*
Creswell Crags is a world famous archaeological site, set in a limestone gorge with caves and lake.
National Stone Centre (11 Miles)*
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.
Wirksworth Heritage Centre (12 Miles)*
The Story of Wirksworth encompasses the history of the town from prehistoric times to the modern day.
Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre (12 Miles)*
Discover a wild family day out, catch a glimpse into a faraway world and make friends with creatures great and small.

Mr Straws House (14 Miles)*
Step back in time to the early 20th century and find out how a grocer's family lived in this market town.
Newstead Abbey (14 Miles)*
Founded as a monastic house in the late twelfth century, Newstead became the Byron family seat in 1540. Newstead's most famous owner, the poet Lord Byron, sold the property in 1818.
Clumber Park (15 Miles)*
Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire is a magnificent 3,800 acre country park, now managed by The National Trust.
Peveril Castle (15 Miles)*
From the inspiring remains of Peveril Castle - high on a rocky outcrop - there's no more spectacular view of the Peak District.
High Peak Trail & Cromford Canal (15 Miles)*
The High Peak Trail is a 17.5 miles traffic free trail across the White Peak for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Chesterfield and things to do in Chesterfield (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.

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As you can see, there's plenty of ideas for family days out in Chesterfield and the surrounding area - so you need never be short of places to go and things to do in Chesterfield again.


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