Browsing local attractions within 5 miles of Monks Retreat

Derbyshire, DE45 1QF, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.gov.uk

A picturesque village on the river Wye north of Bakewell with the medieval Sheepwash Bridge as its focal point. Three bridges cross the beautiful river Wye in this charming village full of character and in an idyllic waterside setting.

Ashwood Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7PU, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 0845 129 7777

A popular park on the edge of town, along the River Wye. It contains a bowling green and two tennis courts. The children's playground has been refurbished and reloctated near the front of the park.

Derbyshire, SK17 9TQ, (2 miles, 2kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A pretty little hamlet with some spectacular scenery nearby. Just off the A6 between Buxton and Bakewell, this is essentially an agricultural settlement. It provides some good facilities for the holiday-maker, with caravan and camp sites.

Nr Taddington, Derbyshire, SK17 9UQ, (2 miles, 2kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A group of tiny agricultural hamlets set on a remote hilltop with spectacular panoramic views. Close to the A6 between Bakewell and Buxton, there is some good holiday accommodation here.

Wye Valley, Derbyshire, SK17 9TF, (2 miles, 3kms), Tel: 01773 881188, Email, www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk

Chee Dale SSSI, is a spectacular setting for a walk. Among its many delights are the ash woodland, limestone grassland and an impressive 200ft deep gorge, which are of international importance. Several footpaths pass through the reserve.

Derbyshire, SK17 9SL, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A classic White Peak limestone village in stunning upland scenery, a very quiet and peaceful village. Chelmorton is one of the highest villages not only in Derbyshire, but all England and this region known locally as Top Country.

Derbyshire, SK17 8SY, (2 miles, 3kms), Tel: 01298 872240, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

In an elevated location Cressbrook, is of the beaten track, set amongst secluded wooded dales and beautiful countryside. Mid way between Buxton and Bakewell, but well away from main roads, this is a secretive sort of village.

Derbyshire, S32 5QW, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01433 630599, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

Very popular with visitors, Eyam is famous as the "Plague Village". It is a fascinating, historical place with a lively feel to it. 5 miles north of Bakewell, this is a village with a lot to offer.

Derbyshire, SK17 9QG, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

Flagg is a small Peak District village, set in the Derbyshire Dales, halfway between the picturesque town of Bakewell and the spa town of Buxton, in the area officially known as "The White Peak". A thousand feet above sea level.

Derbyshire, S32 5QA, (3 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01433 631254, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

Picturesque little village in limestone uplands set around its duck pond. The fine old buildings grouped around the village green complete with an ancient cross, bull-ring and pond make Foolow one of the prettiest villages in Derbyshire.

Derbyshire, SK17 8RF, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A charming, peaceful little village set under Hucklow Edge in splendid countryside. Off the beaten track 6 miles north of Bakewell, the road up through the village passes by some charming stone houses leading to the lofty Edge.

Derbyshire, DE45 1TS, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

An attractive limestone village set around a pretty little green with an old cross. The village lies under the ridge of Longstone Edge, 2 miles from Bakewell. It has some charming old cottages along the main street.

Derbyshire, DE45 1NS, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A small picturesque hamlet with some grand buildings and fine architecture set in beautiful countryside. In spring the snowdrops and daffodils on the roadside through the village are delightful.

Nr Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire, SK17 9QN, (4 miles, 7kms), Tel: 01335 343666, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

Hurdlow is a small hamlet consisting of a cluster of buildings around Hurdlow Hall and Hurdlow Grange. A settlement is recorded here as far back as 1244.

Derbyshire, SK17 8RS, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A small hamlet in a fold of the scenic limestone uplands north of Tideswell. A pretty little spot, just a few farms and cottages surrounded by fields that show remnants of former lead mining days. There are fabulous views over to Bradwell

Derbyshire, DE45 1NN, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A very pretty hamlet between Great Longstone and the famous viewpoint at Monsal Head. The grey limestone cottages are a riot of floral colour in the summer in this quiet little place three miles from Bakewell.

Derbyshire, SK17 8QP, (2 miles, 3kms), Tel: 01298 871569, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A little gem of a White Peak village with a pretty green set in glorious countryside. A mile east of Tideswell the close-knit community here forms a character typical of the limestone villages.

Miller's Dale, Nr Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8SN, (0.2 miles, 0.3kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A small settlement in an exceptionally beautiful section of the River Wye, where it winds through sinuous limestone dales.

Wye Valley, Derbyshire, SK17 8SN, (0.2 miles, 0.3kms), Tel: 01773 881188, Email, www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk

An SSSI site- enjoy pleasant walks to see wildflowers, insects & birds. From early summer you can see wildflowers including cowslips, orchids, harebell & wild strawberries. The reserve has wooded slopes where ash, hazel & willow are seen.

Derbyshire, DE45 1NL, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

One of the most popular & most photgraphed beauty spots in the Peak District, with absolutely fabulous dales scenery, with the combination of the winding river Wye in the steep sided dale with the wooded slopes of Fin Cop & the viaduct.

Derbyshire, DE45 1JH, (4 miles, 7kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

An attractive old limestone village at the head of beautiful Lathkill Dale surrounded by stunning scenery. A picturesque green, with the remnants of an old market cross, is at the centre of this peaceful village.

Derbyshire, DE45 1QS, (4 miles, 6kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

An attractive little limestone village in the spectacular scenery of the White Peak. A classic limestone hill village built along a single broad, grassy, street, there are some pretty old farms and cottages here.

Derbyshire, SK17 9UD, (2 miles, 2kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

High up in the limestone hills, a quiet village set in some glorious Peakland scenery. A typical one street limestone village, at over 1000 feet above sea level, there are fine sweeping views away over some scintillating scenery.

Tideswell, Derbyshire, SK17 8NU, (0.8 miles, 1kms), Tel: 01298 871840, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A large, well appointed village set in the limestone uplands south of Buxton, Tideswell has some fine old buildings and a remarkable church. Tideswell is a thriving community offering much more than first meets the eye.

Derbyshire, SK17 8RP, (2 miles, 4kms), Tel: 01629 813227, Email, www.visitpeakdistrict.com

A typical one street limestone village set high up in the glorious White Peak landscape. A small community of farms and cottages on the road between Monsal Head and Tideswell.

Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8TA, (2 miles, 3kms), Tel: 01298 871023

Wormhill is a small village located approximately 5 miles from Buxton