There is a wide range of places of interest to visit beyond those in the immediate vicinity of Wolfscote Grange. You can explore a wealth of historic houses, delightful villages and towns and a wide variety of scenery and outdoor activities.

Chatsworth House

Wolfscote Grange is within easy reach of many splendid historic houses. Chatsworth House is the spectacular home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire set in a magnificent deer park and boasting activities for all the family.

Haddon Hall is a Mediaeval hall that has been scarcely altered since its building. Hardwick Hall is one of the finest Elizabethan houses in the country and is preserved by the National Trust.

You may also choose to visit Calke Abbey, Lyme Hall or Kedleston - all within easy reach.

Ashbourne

Wolfscote is ideally located to visit the market towns of Ashbourne, Leek, Buxton, Bakewell and Matlock - each having something special to offer.

Ashbourne is a lovely market town with a good range of shops, art shops, antique shops etc. Buxton has fine Victorian and Edwardian buildings, a large park and a range of collectors fairs in the Pavilion Gardens or entertainment in the newly restored Opera House. Bakewell is, of course, home of the Bakewell Pudding and well worth exploring.

The former spa town of Matlock has a lot to offer and the spectacular location of Matlock Bath is the setting for a mining museum, cablecar rides, showcaves etc.

Nestling in the hollows of the Peak Park are numerous villages well worth a visit and offering something special to the visitor.

High Peak Trail

The varied landscape of the Peak District makes it ideal for walking, cycling or for those seeking more adventurous pursuits. There are opportunities for climbing, caving, watersports, hang gliding, mountain biking etc.

Family attractions that you might consider are the theme parks of Alton Towers or the American Adventure. There is the National Tramway Museum at Crich, The National Stone Museum and Arkwright Mill at Cromford - so many things to list that you will appreciate the range of information we provide to help you make the most of your visit to this wonderful area!