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Pictures of Derbyshire

Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Derbyshire, England.

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

Castleton, Derbyshire

Castleton (217 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Derbyshire

Castleton is one of the Jewels of the Peak District. It is a famous centre for caverns where you will find four of the countries most famous show caves. It is also the home of.....

The Royal Oak

Chesterfield (75 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Derbyshire

Chesterfield is an attractive town close to the dramatic peaks of the Peak District National Park. It is well known for its strange landmark, the crooked spire of its parish.....

St Laurence Church

Long Eaton (98 Pictures)

in the county of Derbyshire

Long Eaton is a small town lying on the River Trent around 8 miles east of Derby. The town has a history stretching back to the 7th century, but was for many centuries naught but a sleepy agricultural village...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Derbyshire

Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Calke Abbey (57 Pictures)

Calke Abbey was built between 1701-1703. The building, in the Baroque style, was built for Sir John Harpur. It is an.....

Towards Stanage on an Autumn day

Stanage Edge (26 Pictures)

Stanage Edge is an elevated gritstone edge or enscarpment that stretches for around 4 miles giving extensive views across the.....

Heights of Abraham

The Heights of Abraham (20 Pictures)

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Winster Market House

Winster Market House (1 Pictures)

Late 17th- or early 18th-century market house...

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