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Backpack hat boots map & compass | Bakewell Holiday Cottages - Near Chatsworth House | Peak District

A Light-Hearted Guide to Walking Safely in the Peak District

If you’ve visited the Peak District before you’ll know the landscape can be breathtaking, and the walkers amongst you will understand the thrill of exploring its rugged countryside. But with...
Bamford Edge | Peak District Holiday Cottages - Chatsworth House & Ladybower Reservoir

How to Feel Amazing on Your Peak District Holiday

Have you ever noticed how a stroll in the countryside can do wonders for your mood? A little sunshine and some gentle exercise is like a natural pick-me-up that leaves...
Couple walking | Peak District Holiday Cottages - Chatsworth House & Ladybower

The 5 Best Things to Do in the Peak District for Couples

If you’re considering a break away with your significant other, there’s no better destination than the Peak District. Maybe I’m a little biased, but why not come and judge for...
Chatsworth House | Peak District Holiday Cottages - near Chatsworth House | Peak District

5 Unusual Facts About Chatsworth House

Just a stone's throw away from Hall Cottage in Baslow lies the magnificent Chatsworth House, a quintessential English country estate. While many are familiar with its grandeur and beauty, there...
Pub | Baslow Holiday Cottages - Near Chatsworth House | Peak District

Baslow Pubs and restaurants – A culinary delight on your doorstep!

There’s nothing more important when you’re on holiday, than having a good pub and delicious food on your doorstep! In Baslow there’s an abundance of choices within walking distance of...
Baslow Edge and Cows | Baslow holiday cottages - Near Chatsworth House | Peak District

Keeping it local – the perfect walk from Hall Cottage

There is so much to explore in the Peak District, it would be very easy to spend your holiday driving here, there and everywhere. However, the beauty of Hall Cottage...
Local Produce | Baslow Holiday Cottages - Near Chatsworth House | Peak District

Discover the delights of the Peak District’s local produce

When you’re on holiday there is nothing better than being able to sample products that are grown or made locally – it’s all part of exploring a different part of...
Top 5 views | Baslow Holiday Cottages - Near Chatsworth House | Peak District

Autumn adventures – the top 5 views in the Peak District

Moving from summer into the cooler autumn months brings a whole new perspective to the Peak District. As the landscape takes on a wonderful glow of gold, copper, russet and...