CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS
There’s plenty to look forward to in the Peak District and Derbyshire as the celebrations get into full swing this Chrismas.
Feast on some festive spirit at events across the area – with everything from specialist food and gift fairs to specially themed walks and treasure trails.
Catch a seasonal event at one of the area’s richly-decorated historic houses and savour fun family activities, gourmet evenings, fireside carols, candlelight tours, hands-on craft sessions plus a spot of shopping.
Celebrate Christmas right here!
RENISHAW HALL
From December 3rd to 18th the Hall opens it's doors for the Christmas period with free admission to the gardens, daily festive guided tour, traditional decorations and a Food & Drink fair.
Conkers
Meet Santa and his reindeer in the enchanted forest, sample mulled wine, mince pies and roasting chestnuts and enjoy carol singers and street entertainers during your visit. There will even be snow! (provided by snow machines at least)
CHATSWORTH
Visit Chatsworth for their famous Christmas displays, this year taking inspiration from classic Christmas carols. As ever, there will also be inspirational gift ideas, intimate twilight openings, nativities, Christmas markets, evenings of fine dining and plenty more to enjoy.
New for 2011
The popular Santa's Sleepovers are the ultimate treat for both children and adults, combining the fun of all the Christmas activities with an unforgettable nights stay! Don't miss out on incredible fun this Christmas.
Christmas Country Break
Make it a Country House Christmas this year in the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District by choosing East Lodge Country House Hotel, "East Midland's Small Hotel of the Year 2009" for a memorable Christmas.
a Festive Feast
Make Christmas a most memorable occasion this year. Nestled into the hillside, in the rolling Vale of Edale the beautifully secluded Losehill House is the Peak District's Hidden Gem.
Santa's Grotto
Deliver your Christmas wish list to Santa in person at Heage Windmill, Poole's Cavern, Castleton, or Denby Pottery, along with many other uniques locations throughout the area.
Carol Concerts
Sing along to your favourite Christmas Carols at special venues throughout the area this Christmas, such as Castleton’s Treak Cliff and Peak Cavern. For more festive concerts click here.
Crafty Christmas
If you’re looking for gift ideas or feel like having a homemade Christmas this year then visit one of the many of the Christmas Craft fairs taking place this year.
The Santa Express
This year Santa is giving his reindeer a well-deserved rest and catching the train instead. Find him on the Churnet Valley Railway, Peak Rail, Rudyard Lake Steam Railway and the Midland Railway.
Panto Season
It’s that time of year again for the age old tradition of the Christmas Pantomime. Performances can be enjoyed by those of all ages at the Assembly Rooms, Buxton Opera House and Chesterfield’s Pomegranate Theatre.
Winter Walks
Enjoy a walk on a beautiful, crisp, winter’s day! Bolsover Castle will be holding a Family Fun Trail, or try a short woodland winter trail with your family at the Longshaw Estate.
