If you have any interest at all in the history of early industry and its impact on society as a…read morewhole, this is a must-see. The learning opportunity is tremendous in scope. The displays are fabulous and the chance to see working vintage machinery, as well as live demonstrations of various pieces of equipment, provides a unique experience. The £12 price of admission includes a guided tour of the Apprentice House and a self-guided walk through the Mill. You also can wander the grounds independent of admission and these are impressive themselves. Touring the Apprentice House is definitely worthwhile. The guides are excellent and provide multiple tidbits of captivating information. Walking through the Mill is equally fascinating. The quality of the restoration of the facility is impressive and provides a great atmosphere in which to enjoy the tour. The real highlight, however, is the display of working machinery. The Mill was skillfully restored to its mid-1800s condition and the live exhibitions of working equipment give a real sense of how the factory must have operated. Overall, this is without question a worthwhile place to visit if you have any interest in 19th century history, particularly the impact of industrialization on English life. The staff are wonderfully helpful and interactive. It is a great choice for a day out as there are many enjoyable dimensions to the visit. It is a don't-miss attraction if you are in the area.

There's nothing more I love than a Sunday walk in an atmospheric, cold and misty National Trust…read morepark. There's nothing quite like getting the blood pumping by walking through the muddy trails, enjoying the soothing sound of the rivers and taking a break from the city. With this in mind, we went to the Quarry Bank Mill which is situated just outside Wilmslow and close to Alderley Edge (just in case you're after potential lunch options after walking). Being an old cotton mill from the 1830's, it's incredibly striking upon arrival and it's amazingly well set in woodland of the highest order. We actually didn't make it into the house as we really just wanted to stretch our legs and get a bit of fresh air but we did go on one of the trails which took maybe half an hour of moderate walking, while we also had the option to go on a much longer harder walk but thought we'd leave that for another day. It was £4.50 to park the car and this gives you full access to all of the grounds. There's 2 cafes on site which serve everything from main meals to cakes, snacks and of course tea and coffee. This place probably isn't one for hardcore walkers but it is a nice little option to nip to for a couple of hours if you've been stuck inside for a while or want to see lots of nice greenery.

One of Buxton's many landmarks, Corbar Cross is a simple wooden cross that has been erected on a…read morehill on the way out of town. I understand it was originally put there by a Catholic in 1950; nowadays it still stands overlooking Buxton and is quite a feature of the local skyline. It is possible to climb up to the Cross from Manchester Road. The path takes you up through some woods, onto open moorland and up to the cross itself. It's quite a climb but if you can manage it you'll be rewarded with some fantastic views over the locality. The silence, the solitude, the scenery, the simplicity of an old wooden cross Corbar Cross a special place to many people, I know.

Haddon Hall is a large, grand, and very interesting manor house near Bakewell, England. Part of it…read moreis kept private but a large portion of the hall and ground are open to the public, with a restaurant on the premises in the old carriage house. The buildings include sections from many different periods, from the late 12th century to the mid 17th century and the portions open to the public include the kitchen area, banquet hall, and other sections, plus portions of the grounds and walled garden. This is also a must-see site for those interesting in filming locations since many films and television shows have had scenes filmed here. This is particularly true for fans of The Princess Bride, with many scenes being filmed in the hall and on the grounds, all very recognisable. More scenes wre filmed in the general area as well. At Christmastime, it is heavily decorated and there is choir singing in the hall.

This place was absolutely awesome! Such history and inspiration for the imagination here! And if…read moreyou're any sort of period-piece movie fan, you MUST come here! You'll recognize parts of this castle (or mansion? Lol) IMMEDIATELY! They filmed parts of movies here like Princess Bride, Mary Queen of Scots, The King and the more recent adaptation of Jane Eyre with Michael Fassbender! It was so lovely all decorated for Christmas as well...they even had a bell-ringer concert going when we arrived! I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed my visit here! Parking is directly across the street and they have an easy crossing and walk up to the site. The parking lot can be muddy and they do charge you about 3gbp to park.

Again I guess I review a village. I just love to explore and I am weird in that I lecture on public…read morehealth, plague, cemetaries etc..I try to make it funny and it often is with me doing it argh. The of course is probably the most famous village of the Black Death. Very good TV drama's have been done about it. Potted history. August 1665 bubonic plague arrived at the house of the village tailor George Vicars, via a parcel of cloth from London. The cloth was damp and was hung out in front of the fire to dry, thus releasing the plague infested fleas. George was the first victim. Rector William Mompesson and others sealed off the village and there is a stone where food and water was left for the villagers. Disinfected coin (vinegar) was left in payment. Whole families were wiped out. The Riley graves, for instance holds the bodies of the husband and six children of farmer Elizabeth Hancock. All died within a week of each other. The Plague in Eyam raged for 14 months and claimed the lives of at least 260 villagers. They sacrificed themselves to stop the spread of the plague. I find visiting this place quite sad. Wander the village and see the remains and markers that inform. Then there is an exhibition centre and a tea room. Visit the church too for info and booklets after all it was the vicar who played a major part in it. Only one victim is buried in the churchyard - the rector's wife. One pub too with a decent pint. An interesting, if a little depressing, couple of hours can be spent in Eyam.

Eyam, famous for being the 'Plague Village' that decided to isolate itself after the plague arrived…read morewhen a flea infested parcel of cloth was delivered to a local tailor. The plague killed almost three quarters of the population that lived there. A great place to visit to learn about this bit of history. Many of the houses have plaques that describe who lived in the property in 1665 during the Great Plague, and how they were affected. Eyam Hall is in the centre of the village , as is the church and both are worth a visit if you are planning to spend some time here. The Miners Arms inn and restaurant also offers good place to stop off at if you should visit Eyam at lunch time. Eyam is probably best as a place to visit alongside other nearby villages, and you could expect it to be visited within a couple of hours. Especially nice in the summer months when the well dressing season is in full flow.

Sitting atop a hill overlooking the incredibly adorable town of Castleton, Peveril stands out…read moreprominently against the sky. Work began on it around 1066 and for a few centuries it served as an important asset toward protecting the Peak forest area. Today it appears to be in ruins, but it has one discernible tower that is easy to spot from all around the valley. Unfortunately, that was about all I saw of the castle because it was unexpectedly closed yesterday morning due to cold weather. Unsure of the protocol of rating a place I haven't technically been to, I went with a neutral 3. The rating could have been higher or lower if I'd been able to get up to it, but it is impossible to walk up to the castle and wander around the outside of its walls when it is closed since the entrance gate is at the bottom of the hill. Still, it served as a beautiful decoration in the background of the town during our short excursion. So, if you plan to brave the windy roads of the Peak District to get to Peveril Castle, call ahead of time to make sure it's open!

English Heritage places do tend to be a bit, well basic and Peveril Castle is no exception…read more There is not a huge amount to see (just a keep, some ruined walls and a couple of information boards), so the main attraction is the fantastic views of Castleton and Mam Tor once you have climbed to the top. As an EH member, I get in for free - I'm not sure I would necessarily pay to go in when there are so many other great viewing places for free nearby in the area.

Fantastic National Trust property giving tours on Thurs, Sat and Sundays til October. 1.15pm last…read moretour 3.45pm Now selling milled wholemeal flour.

Currently closed for restoration on the roof but this rustic mill hidden on the main road into…read moreBiddulph. One of Cheshire's only complete corn mills that you can view. It's old run down but full of history so definitely a good place to stop and admire whilst enjoying a picnic on the surrounding small grass areas and picnic tables. Worth a look.

The Bowstones are a scheduled monument, but perhaps more interestingly, they mark the point where…read morethe Gritstone Trail passes by a footpath that takes you down into Lyme Park. It is rarely less than bracing on top of the ridge and there are fantastic views across the Cheshire Plain as far as North Wales and the Lake District to the north.

Absolutely stunning estate--well worth the trip from London!…read more My friend and I took the train to Chesterfield to see Pride and Prejudice at Chatsworth House and tour the grounds. The mansion is massive, with intricately decorated rooms, and the grounds are beautifully maintained. Don't miss the sheep--they're a delight to frolic with! Set aside 3-4 hours to explore fully. If you're attending a movie night, arrive early to grab a good spot. They only served drinks once the film started, so bring your own snacks. Ubers can take 15 minutes during the day and up to 45 minutes post-movie--plan ahead!

Stunningly beautiful. Filming location for Darcy's Pemberley estate (Derbyshire) in the 2005…read moreversion of Pride & Prejudice (Keira Knightly, Matthew Macfayden, Dame Judi Dench, etc.) and other BBC programming. Various tours are held here, including a stunning holiday market and an Illuminated Walk which both started on Guy Fawkes Day 2022!