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

Sheffield Botanical Garden (2 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.
The Traditional Heritage Museum (2 Miles)*
This Sheffield museum comprises a fascinating collection of artefacts, housed in small reconstructed workshops representing typical local trades.
Longshaw Estate (7 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.
Wentworth Castle Gardens (9 Miles)*
One of the most important historic gardens in the North of England, this hidden gem celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2009.
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.
Peveril Castle (11 Miles)*
From the inspiring remains of Peveril Castle - high on a rocky outcrop - there's no more spectacular view of the Peak District.
Speedwell Cavern (11 Miles)*
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.
Treak Cliff Cavern (11 Miles)*
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.
Cawthorne Victoria Jubilee Museum (11 Miles)*
The Cawthorne Museum Society was founded in 1884 by the Rev. Charles Tiplady Pratt who was vicar of the parish at the time. He encouraged the young people of the village to become interested in Natural History and start a museum collection.
Cannon Hall Museum (11 Miles)*
Cannon Hall was designed by John Carr of York and is set in over 70 acres of historic parkland which includes beautiful formal gardens providing a perfect setting for picnics or relaxing strolls.
Chatsworth (12 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.
Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre (13 Miles)*
Discover a wild family day out, catch a glimpse into a faraway world and make friends with creatures great and small.

Conisbrough Castle (13 Miles)*
Those who have read Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe will immediately recognize Conisbrough Castle which was featured in the famous story, set in Medieval England.
Peak District National Park (14 Miles)*
National Parks are Britain's breathing spaces. Places to get away from it all and enjoy fresh air and spectacular countryside.
Kirklees Light Railway (14 Miles)*
Ride on 'Yorkshire's Great Little Steam Train' through the lovely South Pennines on this old country branch line. A quarter mile long tunnel adds to the thrill of this nostalgic 50-minute return journey.
Bolsover Castle (14 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.
Haddon Hall (15 Miles)*
Haddon Hall - the Derbyshire Home of the Duke of Rutland, has belonged to the family since the late 16th century.
Brodsworth Hall (15 Miles)*
Brodsworth Hall in Yorkshire is one of the most authentic Victorian country houses in England.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park (16 Miles)*
Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture.
Harley Gallery (16 Miles)*
The award-winning Harley Gallery has a national reputation for excellence and innovation.
Creswell Crags Museum and Education Centre (16 Miles)*
Creswell Crags is a world famous archaeological site, set in a limestone gorge with caves and lake.
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park (16 Miles)*
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park has now re-opened to the public after several years of extensive restoration work.The Hall and its surrounding parkland have been transformed
Red House Stables Working Carriage Museum (16 Miles)*
Red House Stables Working Carriage Museum has one of the finest collections of original horse drawn vehicles and equipment in Britain.
National Coalmining Museum for England (17 Miles)*
A visit to Caphouse Colliery is great day out with a unique opportunity to travel 140 metres underground down one of Britain's oldest working mines.
Mr Straws House (17 Miles)*
Step back in time to the early 20th century and find out how a grocer's family lived in this market town.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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