What a stunning place, it’s so mesmerising in the flesh! Of course we had to visit while we were in the Peak District. Inside and out the house was amazing, the walks around the estate are lovely and the facilities are excellent. I would highly recommend.

It's an amazing place, with really knowledgeable and friendly staff, but make sure to book your tickets online prior to your visit, or you will have to pay an extra £7.50 for the car park. Always look at the ceilings as there are some truly amazing artwork! 👌 The House is Fully Wheelchair Accessible, with a lift inside the house to go between floors.

Great experience. Worth the ticket price, but book ahead to get the time you want and avoid extra charges. Beautiful grounds, great shop and food options. Recommend getting there early to get the first time a lot through the house to avoid crowds and to have enough time to see the grounds. It could be an all day event if you want to explore the grounds. We were disappointed that we had to leave by a certain time so we could not explore as much as we wanted.

How to begin.. Beautiful but that doesn't do this estate justice, and this rating is without seeing around the house or fully exploring just the main grounds The house from the outside is exquisitely sculptured and marbled stone, not sure but looked a little like sandstone and limestone? The grounds are vast with many things to dazzle and intrigue, from the great rock garden to the hedge maze Not to mention the grand list of exotic trees from around the world including a selection of Giant Redwoods And if that isn't enough there is the odd waterfall and water feature including a gravity fountain I could go on about this amazing and beautiful place, but one thing that is for certain is we WILL be back we especially want to visit come Christmas If you haven't been go, if you haven't planned it add it to your bucket list Certainly one if not the best stately estate I've been to ❤️

Pride. Chatsworth House is incredible and also in very good condition and well maintained. In addition most of the guides were friendly and very helpful (only one was a little bit rude.) The gardens, farm and woods are also great but the big enchilada is the grandness of the manor house. It’s a contradiction I suppose that some of the most amazing features of the house and surroundings are also the direct result of great pride and a lack of practicality. A great house apparently requires great irony. I think my favorite thing was the decorative fountain indoors at a time when even indoor plumbing was scarce.

As a big fan of Pride and Prejudice (BBC version) and beautiful stately homes, Chatsworth house was a must. We chose not to visit the actual house during this visit (very busy) and save it for another day, as there was a lot to do in the grounds for Easter. The extensive gardens and grounds are absolutely stunning, with many kilometres of walking to enjoy. There are so many beautiful sights such as kitchen and cottage gardens, fountains, statues, a maze, gorgeous views, and features such as the cascade; you truly can get lost for hours here. Dogs are allowed in on leads, and some areas are accessible for people in wheelchairs and mobility scooters. We went during Easter, and there was an Easter egg hunt, a beautiful historic music cart, and a face painter (who was amazing and included in admission price). We also visited the play area, which was a huge hit with our child, and the farmyard where there are animals to look at and some to handle and stroke. There are also many food kiosks and shops on site where you can buy treats and gifts and toilets are available too. Highly recommend booking in advance, especially during events and public holidays.

I went to Chatsworth House with friends for a day out, and it was such a lovely experience! We took the bus from Chesterfield—it was super easy and convenient to get there. Although we didn’t go inside the palace, the outside was absolutely beautiful, surrounded by stunning countryside views. The grounds are perfect for walking or light hiking, with plenty of scenic spots to relax and take photos. Highly recommend it for a peaceful escape or a fun day trip with friends. Definitely worth a visit !!

Really enjoyed our visit to the Christmas Market. Lots of lovely artisan stalls with unique gifts. Only downside was having to leave at 1pm when we were ready to sit down and sample some of the lovely food of offer. We did however find a lovely local pub to eat in instead!

We visited today after joining Historic Houses. What a beautiful and atmospheric property. The guides were very knowledgeable and we enjoyed both talks. The house was beautifully transformed for Halloween and there were activities including broomstick making, potion mixing, spell writing and ghost making. Although probably aimed for the younger visitors, my inner child meant I had to have a go at them all! We only had time for a brief look around the grounds but will definitely return another day. We also ate in the cafe and the food was delicious and well presented. All in all, a fabulous place to visit.

It's a stunning building and the food is amazing in the restaurant....not put 5 stars as there isn't that many rooms open and if you paid £28 you come away disappointed...it's free with historic houses and in the case it's well worth a visit and the food especially the cakes in the restaurant need to be eaten. The bakewell tart was honestly the best bakewell we ever eaten!!!

Combined a visit to see the hall with the Christmas market and was very impressed. The building is very interesting and in amazing condition for a medieval manor. Access might be tricky if you’re not good with a few steps though. The Christmas market was the best we’ve ever been to. Over a hundred stalls with unique and beautiful items at a reasonable price plus a food court, mulled wine and entertainment. Top day out.

A wonderful Christmas market, the best I have ever seen! Everywhere is beautifully decorated, and the stalls are spread along the entire house and courtyard, offering an amazing experience. All the stalls offer quality artisan products, none of the common market import tac. I wish I had an unlimited budget, I wanted to buy something from each one... The only drawback is the limited time. I have loved to have more time to explore and combine with time to sit down for food. Of course, I understand there is a limitation to the number of visitors, which dictated the timed slots.

Fantastic hall well worth a visit...the English breakfast is very good quality and I highly recommend... Hatton hall is very well preserved there are guides on hand to give you an oversight into the halls history or you are free to explore at your leisure there are toilets on site that are clean however they are mixed no male and female toilets ... I recommend getting here early it opens at 10am for breakfast and at 10.30 to gain access to the hall it does get busy so if you like to explore without lots of people then start early ... 10/10 Well worth a visit

Stunning house & grounds in private family ownership. Our visit was pre-Christmas whilst the annual Christmas Market was in situ. Hugely enjoyable in crisp winter sunshine. The house is full of history and atmosphere.

Had a great time visiting Speedwell Cavern today! The underground boat trip through the old lead mine was a really unique experience – eerie, atmospheric, and surprisingly peaceful. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, sharing some fascinating history as we drifted through the narrow tunnels. It’s not something you get to do every day, and definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area. Wear warm clothes – it gets chilly down there!

Visited the Cavern on 22nd December with my husband. It was an exciting tour with our guide Zack who was 15 years old. He did an amazing job explaining the history and features of the cavern. His knowledge is impressive for someone his age! He made the tour both fun and informative. His storytelling kept us engaged the entire time. Highly recommended.

We booked our tickets online beforehand our visit and were greeted by friendly staff upon arrival. The guide was very knowledgeable and recounted lots of stories about the history of the old lead mine bringing the history to life. There are lots of steps down to the underground river - going down is fine, coming back up can be challenging!! Well worth a visit!

I really enjoyed my visit to Speedwell Cavern,It was a fun and adventurous experience, and the unexpected visit made it even more exciting. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, adding to the overall experience. Highly recommend

Had a great time at speedwell cavern, Jack was our guide on the boat, such a good tour guide. He was great at his job, even telling us ghost stories! Me, my son and parents loved it! Thanks alot. I would reccomend it, very intresting :)

Highly recommend this excursion. The car park is small and was v busy on a bank holiday, although spaces did become available from time to time as people left, we ended up parking on the road for free and crossing the grass rather than walking all the way round on the road, was a couple of minutes to get to speedwell. Very well organised by speedwell, we were given helmets on arrival and led down 106 steep steps through a narrow tunnel down to the boat. Be careful on the steos and hold the handrails and mind your head as can be bumped on the ceiling, a man in our group slipped on the steps but thankfully no injuries. We were loaded into the boat and our fantastic guide Archie took us along the narrow tunnel, sharing useful information about the lead mines and history of the cavern. We were led to a cavern at the end of the tunnel and spent some time there as we waited for the boat to return to take us back. The cavern was very atmospheric although be careful looking up as helmets kept falling off. At the end we were taken back up the steps and into a small gift shop which doubled as a v small museum of artefacts and historic photos of the site.

It was very enjoyable. The guide was very knowledgeable. We learned a great deal about the horrendous working conditions and the function of the lead mine. At the end of your boat journey, you arrive at the cavern, which is not to be missed. Not for anyone who is claustrophobic, unfortunately!

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Blue John Cavern, and it was an unforgettable experience! The cavern itself is a breathtaking natural wonder, filled with stunning rock formations and the unique Blue John stone that gives the place its name. The atmosphere is truly enchanting, with winding paths and fascinating geological features that take you deep into the heart of the earth. One of the highlights of my visit was our tour guide, Nigel. From the moment we stepped into the cavern, it was clear that Nigel was not only knowledgeable but also passionate about the history and geology of the area. His storytelling was engaging, filled with interesting anecdotes and facts that brought the cavern to life. He answered all our questions with enthusiasm and made sure everyone felt included in the experience. Nigel's warmth and sense of humor added a personal touch to the tour, making it even more enjoyable. He had a way of making the information accessible and entertaining, which kept us all captivated throughout the journey. It was evident that he genuinely cares about the cavern and its history, and his passion was infectious. Overall, I highly recommend visiting Blue John Cavern, especially if you have the chance to go with Nigel as your guide. The combination of the stunning natural beauty and his expert knowledge made for a truly memorable experience. Can't wait to return! The only grip I do have is the lady at the cafe who is doing the coffees was really grumpy , she was like aoody thunderstorm serving drinks , the other older lady who was doing the jewellery side was lovely

The Blue John Cavern is tucked away on the side of a hill surrounded by beautiful countryside. You park about 200m away from the entrance and walk downhill to the building. Inside, you are guided down the 247 stone steps - stopping along the way to see seams of Blue John, water pools and stalagmites & stalactites - really interesting to understand the history and how tough it was to work down in the caverns.

We decided we had to visit the Blue John Cavern while we were in the Peak District, it was a great choice! This is an amazing experience with some very interesting geological views. Our tour guide - Richard - was very informative and answered any questions our group had. I would certainly recommend!

Amazing cavern! We booked the tour as a little Easter treat and it did not disappoint! Great guide who shared lots of knowledge and jokes with us during the tour! I especially appreciate the little breaks to catch our breath on the way back to the top of the cavern ! 🤣 thanks for a great time.

Went on a quiet weekday and had a lovely time with our guide Nigel. Took our small dog, kept on a lead. No problems with the steps, its a little steep in a few places but plenty of railings to hold with good lighting. Knowledgeable and light hearted Nigel gave a great tour. Definitely would go again, highly recommended 👌

Beautiful and magical cavern from limestone strata, which transfer you back centuries when Derbyshire was a tropical group under the sea. You can see limestone walls, fossilized remains of marine animals and of course John Blue natural miniral in its natural beauty💎 It is one of lagers and dippers caverns, with 245 steps takes you around 140m below the ground. Plenty of artificial light across the parth, so you fell absolutely safe. Some parts are really narrow. Tour is very informative and guides go above and beyoned to tell the story of the cavern and answer all the questions. They keep the group together and look after group speed to ensure no one is left behind. There are plenty of free parking, small cafe with good choice of food and facilities are on side. You need to pay for entry of course. Check opening time before you get there,as it vary depend on season

Great cave system and very interesting. The tour guide was knowledgeable too. But £19 per person is very steep in my opinion. Drop the price to £15 and give a complimentary coffee on the way out. That would be nice touch.

Absolutely stunning area, a real gem, an amazing mix of nature and beautiful views combined with the very impressive architecture of the dams and the ‘plughole’. I’ve added just a few photos (forgive the arty b&w filter on some of them… 😄) out of the hundred or so I took! So photogenic… Only thing stopping me giving a full 5* is the amount of traffic and lack of parking capacity - not an easy problem to fix I know (and not the only part of the country with this issue) but the amount of cars squeezed up on bankings and making a muddy mess was a bit grim in some areas.

Plenty of routes to take. I have done a different route every time. Win hill has fantastic 360° views. The forest looked magical & ancient. Apparently when there is a drought you can see the foundation of the village in the reservoir. Still plenty to see I haven't covered yet.

Beautiful place to walk up and around would highly recommend! Plenty of parking road side, and a fairly big car park you have to pay for. Its accessable for everyone with hard walks or steady walks around.

If you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy nature, fresh air and slow down from the city pace this is one of the places to visit around Sheffield.

We tried parking at the Heatherdene car park but it was full. So we drove down Snake Road A57 for about 2.5 miles, to these coordinates 96QW+33F Hope Valley and parked in a lay-by. It’s adjacent to a footpath that takes you across the River Ashop. Follow the footpath alongside the reservoir for around 5kms until you reach the dam. It’s a little steep in places but at a leisurely walk, there and back took around 3 hours. It had been dry for a while but the footpath was very muddy in a few places so wear appropriate footwear! It is a popular trail for dog walkers and cyclists.

Ladybower Reservoir & the Lost Village Trail. Plenty of options for walks, and mostly on level footing, some steep inclines and steps but nothing awkward. Parking gets really awkward on a weekend, and during holidays. If you want total peace a quite its best during the week. Its a good trek around the trail, so make sure you have everything you need in case the weather changes. How the weather loves to change in this Country.

Gorgeous place to visit,myself and my husband spent a good 4 hours walking the circular route ,which was so pretty . Carpart gets full very quickly. Cafe gets busy too . Toliets were very clean.

Mam Tor is a must-visit spot in the Peak District, offering breathtaking views and a rewarding hiking experience. Visitors consistently praise its stunning scenery, accessible trails, and peaceful atmosphere. The Mam Tor Circular Walk is a favorite, taking hikers along the Great Ridge, where they can enjoy panoramic views of Hope Valley and Edale.

Easy hike if you park near to the old man tor road or speedwell cavern. Good footings and also some stone paths and rails to hold. Great views and peaceful setting to relax at the summit

Easy walk from the pay and display carpark or a layby. Make sure you park in a proper layby as there's often many, many, many cars with parking tickets here. The view from Mam Tor and the ridge walk is stunning. Only downside is that it's often ridiculously busy, and you can struggle to park here.

Couldn't find parking anywhere! Go early morning! Was way too busy so we will be going again when the weather is colder to avoid busy times. Beautiful views but I've been on better walks! May have been better if we found parking and could walk longer!

Stunning views, 20 minute walk up from the car park but there is the option to take a longer route down if you're wanting a proper walk. I recently went here for the sunrise, it wasn't so busy as I went early hours Monday but it was incredible. If you get the opportunity to go, do it!

Every year I'm trying to get here if I can. This place is so beautiful that's difficult to put in words. On the top I feel free... it's so spacious and green and vast. It's really worth the hike. You can take different routes or you can just climb up and down. The car park is a national trust car park so if you are a member it's free. Don't forget to scan your card. I would highly recommend it.

Best hiking and walking high peak with beautiful mountains and greenery and paragliders . Most awaited hiking in England . Visit early morning to get car parking and beautiful views

We went on a very quite day so there were only 6 of us, the tour guide (didn't catch his name) was very informative about most of the things, the rope making was very interesting. The tour was also very good. Disappointed we couldn't go on the slide lol... all in all, really enjoyed the whole experience and the formation in the cave was excellent.

First time visit to Peak Cavern whose original name is Devils Arse for good reason. Wayne gave us myself with two teenage boys, together with other paying visitors a very personable, entertaining, knowledgeable in depth guided tour covering the industry related to this cave & it’s fascinating, surprising history; there’s even a connection to the film industry. The whole experience was inclusive & fun. We came away with much respect for the varied occupants who over the centuries have lived, loved or met horrible ends in this part of the cave network. The Devils Arse (aka Peak Caverns) connection to Pevril Castle above the cavern & the caverns historical connection to royalty is extremely interesting. Add to this the geological anomalies & human history made it an outstanding experience. We came away with a greater understanding & a gift of a freshly made length of rope. We had a most entertaining, informative & a happy tour here. Certainly well worth the ticket price. Thank you to all 🤩 🤩 We will definitely be returning to find out about fresh cave exploration & if any more artefacts have been unearthed this summer 2025. Be advised to wear suitable footwear & warm comfortable clothing, most of the cavern tour enabled us to stand upright but there is a short stretch of crouching to pass through an area where the cavern roof is low.

We took our two dogs on this guided trip and it was very educational, well explained and a great experience. Thank you we thoroughly enjoyed the visiting the "Devil's Arse". The entrance gets used for music concerts. So cool! 😊

Visiting The Devil's Arse was a great experience. Our guide was very informative and it was fun to walk into the depths of the cavern and learn about its long history. (I recommend taking a warm jumper with you as it's quite cold inside)

I can't give enough stars My sister and I were the only people who turned up for a tour, and the 2 guys couldn't have made us feel more welcome. They were friendly, funny, and informative The cave is fascinating, with a very cool history and obviously hilarious name The dog was also cute. Thank you to the gents for taking us round

AKA The Devil's Arse, this cave under the hillside is a fascinating step back into history. Previously the home of rope makers for the local tin mines, you'll learn how to make rope in the cave mouth, before venturing into the Devil's Arse. Once inside the cave, you'll need to have strong legs to be able to stoop and squat through some of the low-ceilinged areas. Total tour takes about an hour and is well worth your time.

Interesting cave with rope making demonstration. Mouse was a very good guide and my boy really enjoyed it. Not a challenging cave as long as you can duck a bit. Not the prettiest inside but interesting stories and history

Booked this self guided tour a few days before we went and went for an earlier one as you get a discount for an earlybird tour. They made sure we had the app installed so we could get the narration. Very friendly and welcoming and we were told to take as long as we liked. You could see all the Blue John in the walls and the narration was very good. Was in the mine for about an hour and a half. A steep walk from the road to the mine (it does state this on the website) and not too many steps in the mine in one go. Loved that we could go at our own pace and stay where we wanted for as long as we wanted. We booked the tour primarily to see the Blue John but there are stalactites and stalagmites as well. The shop is well stocked with Blue John and other minerals. We would definitely recommend this tour.

The cavern is genuinely incredible. Some of the things you see when you think of their age and the processes to produce do inspire a sense of awe. We went as a family with two girls (10 & 5). The audio tour is great. Lots of information but in ten bite size chunks and even stopping everywhere, listening to the whole of each section and taking a photo or two, you will be out in an hour (which, with a 5 year old was perfect). We booked for 11.45 in the morning on a Sunday, arrived about quarter of an hour early and were in the cavern bang on our booking time. Groups are spaced so you really get the sense of having the place to yourselves at times and the view as you leave via the exit door is also breathtaking as you emerge back into the light. Pre booking isn't essential but I would advise it as I can imagine on busy days that the spacing of groups could mean a bit of a wait. The stone polishing add on was worth it as the girls were able to have something tangible to take home, knowing exactly where it had come from. We also had a couple of cups of tea and hot chocolates for the girls before we left. Would highly recommend if you are in the area.

The best cavern in Castleton! You explore the caves self-guided so can go at your own pace, and the app gives a great amount of detail and history for you to listen to along the way. A couple of short sections with low ceilings where you have to watch your head, but the main caverns are big and really atmospheric. You get to see fossils in the stone, stalagmites and stalactites galore, and of course the seams of Blue John crystal itself. All the staff in the shop and craft area were so friendly. We visited in the school holidays and got to polish up a piece of Blue John crystal each to keep, we highly recommend this option if it's available when you visit.

The caves are great from the point of view of the things to see. The stalagmites and stalactites are really amazing and the chambers beautiful and fantastic. The facilities are interesting also, the museum with a staggering collection of blue John items, and the shop are great. There is a small booth for stone polishing and waiting I guess and a very small area for some drinks and snacks to be purchased, it's ok. The fact it's located up a fairly unforgiving slope is unfortunate but can't be helped so bear this in mind. Why only 3 points? Well two things. The steps, the many steps, are not very even and are damp making for some tricky moments padding through the cave. This is not really I guess the fault of the cave, steps are steps. What has the fault of the cave is the move from once entertaining tours to the worlds most tedious audio commentary, unengaging, boring repetitive. What makes this worse are people pushing through the tunnels as they skip recording to recording probably because they are bored. For an expensive cave, this is cheap and unacceptable. Turns the experience that was once great into nothing. Not sure I will ever visit again.

Visiting the Treak Cliff Cavern is an unmissable experience in the area! This was our favourite cavern visited in the area - the self guided audio tour worked very well, allowing us to take the tour at our own pace and soak up the views inside the cavern. There are many distinct and beautiful rooms inside the cavern with vasts amounts of Blue John, stalagmites and stalactites to see. Parking outside the cavern was easy in the morning. The gift shop was excellent, with the Blue John jewellery being crafted on site.

Visited on a weekday afternoon, was very quiet, no queue and did not see any other groups while down in cavern. Tour was self guided by downloading an app on phone and provided lots of information. Overall it was a little expensive but good to see. Tour starts going through the area where Blue John veins were mined through to the caverns with stalactites and stalagmites.

Great self guided tour. Very informative. Lovely views. Caverns are great and dog friendly. Cafe served tasty drinks. A must see.

Brilliant museum, very interesting. Also had the village tour, well worth it.

First visit her today. Educational for the children. Both had a quiz to do on the walk round. They offer guided tours but we opted to walk round our selves. £11 for a family ticket. Wasn't as big as I thought it would be but worth a look with plenty to read. We would visit again. Nice little bit of history to read and see from the surrounding cottages and a couple of pubs and cafe for a bite to eat or a drink. ;p

A great welcome when you arrive, the staff were very informative, and an extremely great entrance fee. We loved the whole place including the interactive side upstairs great for kid's as there's a quiz to do too. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

For an admission fee of £5 you can’t complain. Video was very informative. An inconsistency; one board says no dairy farms are in Eyam with a board next to it saying there are two but I’m not going to take a star off for that 😆 very friendly staff. I’d recommend it!

Had a lovely morning in spite of the weather. I have wanted to visit for years but never had the opportunity. Well presented and informative

Very interesting! Didn’t have a lot but it had just enough to learn about the plague etc.

Fascinating little museum telling the tale of the plague hit village and the sacrifices they made to prevent it from spreading. Great displays and interesting facts . Staff very friendly and a large bowl of water outside for your dog while they wait for you.

Excellent Learn to Lead Trad climbing course. Well paced and great structure for learning, plus the instructors were engaging, had buckets of experience and were good fun. Thank you and would highly recommend

Tour guide was extremely skilled and super friendly, I learned loads! Rock climbing itself was very safe, our tour guide showed us how the safety features worked to reassure that everything was good. I learned how to harness myself up and techniques to climbing the rock face. Perfectly sized groups as well. Would recommend to anyone who thinks they may be interested in this! It perfectly gives you an idea of what it’s like to do rock climbing as a hobby.

Wonderful experience. The best instructor. He made our trip!! Grandparents, parents and kids all different levels and we all felt challenged and supported. We had an amazing time. Book and do it!! Great company.

The guys at Pure Outdoor were friendly, helpful and made the whole process, from booking the course to completion easy and stress free. If you're looking for a climbing course in the Peaks then you won't go wrong here. Worth every penny. Our instructor James was brilliant. Kind and encouraging, generous with sharing his knowledge and was always happy to answer question, elaborate and show alternative methods and techniques etc He struck a great balance between allowing us to go at our own pace but also pushing us to achieve more each day. He knows the crags and climbs well and always had backup options incase climbs were too easy or difficult or the crags were busy. One of the days started with bad weather so James adjusted the plan and we started indoors at the Pure Outdoor facility where we focused on anchor building and set up which we then headed out and put in to practice when the weather lifted at lunch. It was a great way to make sure the weather didn't affect our learning time and also our mood. Can't recommend enough.

Went on the Right Way In a Day navigation course and it was brilliant! Rick was our leader for the day and he provided a lot of information but in a very easy to understand format which backed up with lots of practical hands-on application. He was keen to ensure everyone got what they needed from the day and welcomed questions and queries. I do feel that after the course I have what I need to get out exploring a bit more without relying on my phone which is what I needed! Looking forwards to putting it all into practice. Great day and happy to highly recommend! Would definitely use again.

Great navigation course, really enjoyed the two days, the tutor Steve was brilliant and could answer all of our questions. I will be booking on for the intermediate 👍👍

My son and I did a private instructor caving day with Pure Outdoor. I've caved before, by son hadn't. He's 11, so too young for the group courses. Our instructor was Chris who was excellent, we discussed our aims, experience and any fears before we started, and he took us into 2 caves. Both were quite different, we spend 2-3 hours in each. I enjoyed it and my son absolutely loved it. Chris constantly checked we were ok, talked a lot with my son, and showed allowed us to do things at our own pace and whatever we were comfortable with. For example, my son went through some narrow squeezes and enjoyed them, I opted not to. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable and interesting day, thanks Chris!

I’ve just come back from another brilliant three days with Paul from Peak Mountaineering over Easter, and once again it was an outstanding experience. Paul’s pedagogy and coaching-based teaching style are second to none – he has a real knack for building skills and confidence without it ever feeling forced. Everything we did was clearly tailored to what we wanted to get out of the trip, and he struck a perfect balance between instruction, support, and challenge. What really stood out was Paul’s emotional intelligence. He was incredibly attuned to how we were feeling – not just in terms of confidence on the scrambles, but also in how he engaged with us as people. He creates a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported, which makes such a difference out on the hill. Thanks to his calm guidance and encouragement, we felt confident and capable tackling grade 2 and grade 3 scrambles – something that would’ve felt daunting without his expertise. Above all, Paul is just a thoroughly decent human being. I can’t recommend Peak Mountaineering highly enough, and I’m already looking forward to the next adventure.

I recently attended the introductory rock climbing course, our instructor was Ben (and Tom) who was a great teacher and was always willing to answer any questions that I had. He set out 2 great days, the 1st at Burbage Bridge and the 2nd at Stanage Edge. He found great climbs that suited the whole group and that sometimes pushed us to our limits, whilst in-between the climbs we were taught how to setup top rope & bottom rope anchors. On top of that he taught us how to second a lead climber. I have now found a new sport that I will certainly be doing more of in the future.

I did a 2 day trad course with Peak Mountaineering back in March and it was a great experience. Firstly, Paul’s communication over email is standout, and he replied promptly (sometimes instantly) answering any questions I had - great guy! Our instructor for the 2 days was Charlie and he was friendly, energetic and most importantly super knowledgeable. Even though we had plenty of rain on the course, he kept sprits high and allowed us to get as much climbing in as possible. I think this was the cheapest course in the area too - and I have no complaints about the whole experience. Chances are I’ll be returning to further develop my climbing with Peak Mountaineering in the future

Had a fantastic experience with Peak Mountaineering. Booked a two day introductory course and we packed so much into those two days. Ben and his brother Tom were excellent instructors - very friendly and insightful. In a group with mixed experience and ability, they managed to make sure everyone felt challenged and well supported. They took us to some great climbs at Stanage and really knew their stuff. Would definitely recommend

I did the introduction to outdoor climbing course with instructor Ben, it was great, the perfect mix of learning new skills, practicing and getting used to climbing outdoors and socialising. Instructor was great answering any questions we had and good at teaching us techniques such as how to set up a top rope climb.

I attended the self rescue course for climber on the 20th of August 2023. I recommend this course to climbers highly. We went through a series of skills which are very important when you go outdoors for climbing and find yourself in a tricky situation. I feel more confident to face them know. Our instructor, Paul Lewis, was absolutely fantastic.

We went on a two day introductory rock climbing course and it was great! Really well planned with lots of different routes and a really knowledgeable and clear instructor (thanks Ben!). We learnt techniques for climbing gritstone, how to safely set an indoor-style top rope and how to top rope and bottom rope, and how to read the route guides. It was such fun and Ben leant in to our group's overly competitive nature and pitched his support just right for everyone in the group

Great stately home but only open on selected dates through the year. Volunteers were excellent, there is an audio guide or you can read along on your phone. Beautifully looked after a d a fascinating history . There is also a courtyard with craft shop, book shop and cafe. There is a car park opposite the hall and don't forget to look at the plague houses and church to see the villages history

My daughters wedding the hall is beautiful and the staff at Eyam Hall are so friendly the food is amazing. The whole day was brilliant. She chose a brilliant venue. Thank you

Lovely shops and had a nice cuppa in the courtyard. The toilets were clean. Unfortunately, the sensory and Crystal healing were closed as we went mid afternoon. We would visit again.

Really liked this lovely family home (have seen it under the management of the National Trust I think it's under the management of the family now but still open for visits). Very interesting to hear about the history of the family. The guides were very friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. I really liked the rocking horse and the pictures of the family tree. The garden is very nice here (great bug hotel). Really nice cheese shop here. Would recommend a visit.

Beautiful area and lnteresting to read about the plague almost gives you chills . Lovely coffee shops around .

An interesting old house with lots of history in the middle of the Eyam plague village. Plenty of information around the house telling of its past and former family owners. There are friendly tour guides in different rooms describing life in the house. The gardens are nice to walk through with benches to sit and enjoy the view.

They charge £12.00 per person and it is not worth that. £5.00 will be reasonable and was not a lots of hestory access the maily who own it.

Photographed the sunset many times here - recently for an Engagement shoot! Lovely and accessible, views for everyone!

Stanage Edge is a beautiful gritstone in the peak district. I just loved to climb up the peak and searched for a hidden cave. Experience the cave undergo and looking forward to beautiful nature makes you feel wow . Best place for climbing the peak. I recommend this place I visited with my twin girls and my husband, we enjoyed the peak climbing.

We did the Hathersage and Stanage edge circular which was approximately 5 miles and took about 3 hours! The views were absolutely stunning and was an enjoyable walk. I recommend parking at the oddfellows car park in Hathersage.

This area is stunning. I'd say a good walk for people of all levels of fitness.

Stunning views from this wall. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. We headed up from Hathersage, past Brontë Cottage and over Stanage Edge before heading back. Very busy with climbers coming up the rocks but was easily accessible.

Beautiful place to visit and the snow just topped it ❄️ Very.cold but worth it for the views and a couple of very cold beers 🤣🍺❄️

Stunning location, beautiful views, amazing rock formations ideal for climbers, or can easily take a path to the top and walk along the edge, can do a small circuits with in an hour or can walk full length of about 8 miles. Hiking boots highly recommended road side parking not to far away

Be aware that there is no parking at this castle you need to park either in the town be warned that at weekends it is very busy so plan this into your visit or park on the street near the castle however it is near impossible due to how busy the town is ..also there are no toilet facilities they are also in the town near the tourist info building. Perveril castle is perched on top of a hill in the peak district national park it is well worth the walk up( very steep) as the views from the top are fantastic and well worth the effort the keep is accessible via a spiral staircase case that takes you in on the 1st floor the ground floor is accessible from here via spiral stair case the upper floors are no longer accessible. There is a small gift shop selling all the normal gifts associated with English heritage if you are a member you get in for free otherwise you will need to pay unsure of the cost as I am a member. I took a point off for no toilet facilities and no mention on English heritage app that there was no parking.

Magical castle visit where you can really feel the history and what it may have been like when in use. Incredible views from all angles on the site. Afterwards you can walk through Cave Dale and look up at the castle to experience it from another angle. Castleton itself is also a beautiful place to explore.

Great little gem in castleton with great views looking out over castleton and winnats pass,man tor & the great ridge. Highly recommend a visit

I have been there at Sunday 9-th of March 2025. It was quite busy that time, after long winter first suny weekend. We need to park our car at the private farm next to the main road. £5/day. It was very busy that day in the Village centre.

Peveril Castle in the Peak District is a beautiful spot with amazing views. The walk to the castle is lovely, with great scenery all around. The castle ruins are interesting and full of history. After visiting the castle, we walked to Cave Dale. The path goes through a stunning valley with limestone cliffs. The mix of the old castle and the natural beauty of Cave Dale made for a wonderful day. It's perfect for anyone who loves history and nature!

Absolutely brilliant views overlooking the Peaks and town of Castleton. Well worth the entrance fee and a chance to step back into history.

The castle is a good way to spend a couple of hours whilst in Castleton. It's a steep climb up from the visitor centre, but there are benches on the way up, and the views from the top are well worth it!

Gorgeous park 😍 could easily spend all day here. We walked to Dovedale from here and it was stunning. There is a tea room, toilets & free parking for NT members. The grounds are really well looked after. We'll definitely be visiting again! ☺️

Great place for beginner hikers. You can easily do the whole valley in a day if you’re seasoned. The hills have a gentle enough slope for you to go up/down pretty much wherever you like.

Lovely national trust. No house to go around but the gardens and woodland/river walks were peaceful and really enjoyable. The church was lovely too. Good amenities - bookshop, cafe and loos.

Absolutely beautiful place, plenty to see and do some wonderful walks.we stayed in the yha very friendly staff lovely food and stunning building, definitely recommend

Lovely place to visit and much quieter than nearby Dovedale. We visited the Team rooms and the chocolate brownie was delicious! Toilets available too without National Trust membership

Just walked round some of the grounds with my dog on the lead. Beautiful views, church looked interesting. Stayed about 30 minutes.

One of my favourite places to visit. Stunning scenery with beautiful walks through idyllic countryside.