Derbyshire

This beautiful county is sure to Peak your interest!

Derbyshire is renowned for being a hugely diverse county with town and city nestled in breath-taking countryside with industry and leisure working hand in hand. The county's premier city is Derby, which although steeped in history, is one of Britain's youngest cities, being awarded its Charter by Her Majesty the Queen in 1977. Derbyshire can also claim the first national park to be set up in Britain - the stunning Peak District National Park which lies at the southern end of the Pennines, between Sheffield and Manchester, it's boundaries also spread into several other counties. The park covers over 500 square miles, three quarters of which lie within Derbyshire itself. Heading out of the city there is a choice of bustling market towns such as Ashbourne, Bakewell and Chesterfield; many picturesque villages nestled in unspoilt countryside, along with the thriving town of Buxton. Situated in the heart of the Peak District, this beautiful Georgian Spa town boasts the highest market place in the country.