Pictures of Derbyshire

About the county of Derbyshire

The County of Derbyshire is situated in the very heart of England. The 'Peak District', Englands first National Park spans over 500 square miles and is one of the most popular and stunning areas of natural beauty. Derbyshire is home to many wonderful Stately Homes such as Hardwick Hall and the Medieval Manor House, Haddon Hall.
With such varied landscape, such a richness of wildlife and such a wealth of cultural heritage no visitor can possibly be disappointed.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Derbyshire

Ashford in the Water (80 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Derbyshire

The village was a centre for candle making, noted for lead mining and made famous by the discovery of Ashford marble which was first quarried by Henry Watson in 1748...

Smalley (5 Pictures)

in the county of Derbyshire

A delightful place with attractive village buildings including a church, village hall, several small shops and three village inns...

Whaley Bridge (13 Pictures)

in the county of Derbyshire

An attractive small town in the High Peak district of Derbyshire...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Derbyshire

American Adventure Theme Park (4 Pictures)

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Derby Cathedral (7 Pictures)

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Elvaston Castle (41 Pictures)

The first view of this impressive early 19th-century house nestling above sweeping lawns is quite tantalizing, giving visitors a.....

Sudbury Hall (22 Pictures)

This delightful historic house which was built in the early 17th century for the Lords Vernon, has all the ingredients for a.....

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