Margaret Sims, Ripley TIC recommends…
A warm welcome awaits you at Dannah Farm Country House, the ultimate Bed and Breakfast on the Chatsworth Estate in the heart of Derbyshire. Enjoy an out-of-the ordinary day out at Crich Tramway Village, the perfect home for the nation's collection of vintage trams and a nostalgic recreation of past times. While you’re here, spot locations from TV series, Peak Practice - Crich was the main location for filming and the magnificent scenery of Amber Valley the Heart of Derbyshire is still popular for production companies today.
Or stay at Horsley Lodge Hotel – a stunning country house set in 180 acres with its own USGA Golf Course. The centuries old manor house has been restored to combine traditional looks with a truly superior experience. Enjoy a day out at Denby Pottery with demonstrations, Glass Studio and Craft room or explore the tranquil villages and market towns of the Amber Valley.
The impressive architecture and excellent cuisine of Makeney Hall, set in six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, make this hotel the perfect setting for a short break or special occasion. The region is also home to Kedleston Hall, the masterpiece of neo-classical architecture, designed by Robert Adam. Explore its magnificent staterooms and collections of paintings and original furniture or the five lakes, classical lodges, three-arched bridge, cascades and fishing pavilion among its parkland.
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