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T
reasures
of
the
P
eak
D
istrict
DAY 1
Arriving in the spa town of
Buxton
in the heart of the
Peak District, we make our way to the conveniently
located Palace Hotel, close to the railway station.
Explore this spa town or enjoy the hotels leisure
facilities* ahead of dinner. (D)
DAY 2
This morning we travel by coach to
Chatsworth
House
, the ancestral home of the Dukes of
Devonshire since the 1500’s. Renowned for the
quality of its art that spans 4,000 years, from ancient
Roman and Egyptian sculpture, and masterpieces by
Rembrandt and Reynolds. Famous for its rich history,
historic and modern waterworks and sculptures, its
Victorian rock garden and maze, there is something
for everyone in the 105-acre
Chatsworth Garden
.
We then take an afternoon break in the market town
of
Bakewell
, perhaps best known for its unique and
delicious pudding. This cosy, riverside, town is a well
known tourist venue with a most pleasant riverside
walk and inviting souvenir shops. (B,D)
DAY 3
Today we take a
scenic circular tour
which on a fine
day is possibly one of the most fascinating and beautiful
in Britain. We commence with the steep climb over
the wild hills of Derbyshire into the Staffordshire
Moorlands where overlooking a beautiful lake you will
DEPARTS
HOTEL
Thursday 2 July 2020
This totally unique tour combines the stunningly beautiful Peak District and its fabulous
attractions. We visit Chatsworth House the ‘Palace of the Peaks’, step back in time
steaming through the Derbyshire Dales and Staffordshire Moorlands, visit the period
setting of Crich Tramway Village, and much more on a unique journey through time
enhanced by a plethoric treasure of local knowledge and folklore. All of this from a
traditional hotel based in the Derbyshire Spa town of Buxton.
Chatsworth House & Gardens
Trams in Village
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
★
★
Discover the stunning scenery of Staffordshire
& Derbyshire’s Peak District
★
★
Visit magnificent Chatsworth House and
Gardens
★
★
Head back in time at Crich Tramway Village
★
★
Steam through the Derbyshire Dales on Peak
Rail
★
★
Take a steam train ride through ‘Staffordshire’s
Little Switzerland’
★
★
Visit a waterwheel-operated former 18th
century corn mill.
★
★
Celebrate the work of James Brindley the
pioneer of Britain’s canal system
★
★
Enjoy free time in the Derbyshire spa town
of Buxton, delightful Bakewell, and Leek the
‘Queen of the Moorlands’
Fares
From
£499
5
DAYS
learn the true story of
Rudyard Kipling’s
association
with the area. An atmospheric visit to a former
water-
operated corn mill
designed by the great engineer,
James Brindley
is enhanced by illustrations featuring
his life and work and the history of milling. We take a
lunchtime break in the market town of
Leek
, known
as the ‘Queen of the Moorlands’ and home to Railtrail
Tours. Our afternoon commences with a
steam train
**
ride through ‘Staffordshire’s Little Switzerland’
as the
journey through the Churnet Valley was described by
the original North Staffordshire Railway Company.
We conclude our day travelling high along
Morridge
Edge
for a viewing stop overlooking the Roaches whilst
discovering the story of the wild wallabies and the
mysterious folklore of Mermaid Pool. This stunningly
picturesque moorland tour is completed by our return
across the border back into Buxton. (B,D)
DAY 4
Today is vintage transport day as we retrace our steps
through Bakewell to Rowsley to board the
Peak Railway
for a steam train** ride to Matlock
. The line which has
been re-instated forms part of the old Midland Railway
line between Manchester Central and London St Pancras
which was closed in 1968 and currently operates for a
distance of 4 miles between Rowsley South Station and
Matlock. After our visit to the railway we re-board
our coach for the short journey to the historical
Crich
Tramway Village
! Step back in time along the recreated
period street and join one of the vintage trams for a ride
into yesteryear. Many of the buildings along the street
have been rescued from towns and cities across the UK.
Perhaps enjoy a drink in the Red Lion pub the façade of
which came from Stoke-on-Trent, and was rebuilt brick
by brick. (B,D)
DAY 5
We bid farewell to beautiful Buxton and the Peak
District as we make our way homeward. (B)
**we reserve the right to travel by heritage diesel
train should the steam locomotive not be available /
timetabled at the time of our visit.
Palace Hotel, Buxton
The Palace Hotel is situated in the centre of Buxton, close
to the railway station. The hotel has been an important
building in the spa town since 1868 and is perfectly
located for exploring the Peak District National Park. The
hotel has retained much of its Victorian character and
meals are served in the elegant Dovedale Restaurant.
The hotel has leisure facilities including indoor pool,
gymnasium, sauna and steam room (please note
additional charges apply).
Also included in your Tour Fare:
★
★
Dinner every evening
★
★
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home
Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
★
★
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
N E W T O U R
FARES
FARE REGION
FIRST STANDARD
London: Euston
£719
£599
Greater London
£729
£615
South of England
£769
£639
East Anglia
£659
£599
South West
£729
£625
Heart of England
£649
£575
Midlands
£609
£545
Yorkshire
£579
£549
North East
£699
£609
North West
£569
£549
South Wales
£829
£605
North Wales
£609
£555
Scotland
£749
£635
Join & Leave at Hotel
£499
Single Room Supplement
£200
4 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base
(Standard or First Class)
Rail & coach transfer as described
All excursions as detailed
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
© Crich Tramway Village
© Chatsworth org