This weekend break is not to be missed! Twinkling lights, live music and the scent of roasted chestnuts will greet you at the fantastic Chatsworth Christmas Market, featuring over 100 stalls selling festive decorations, crafts, local produce and gifts. We also include time to discover Chatsworth House itself, which is beautifully decorated for the season and the theme changes every year. With visits to Bakewell, Buxton and Matlock also included, the magic of the season is here.
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We will make a stop in the pretty Derbyshire town of Matlock. Explore the centre, which is full of small, independent shops and a host of cafés, pubs and restaurants, or take a stroll in Leys Park with its riverside walk and boating lake.
We then continue to our hotel for a three-night stay. Upon arrival, you will receive a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie.
Passed down through 16 generations of the Cavendish family, Chatsworth is an iconic stately home full of art, masterpieces and objects that span 4,000 years of history from across the world.
With over 25 rooms to explore, marvel at the magnificent Painted Hall, admire the regal State Rooms and wander the beautiful Sculpture Gallery before venturing into the spectacular grounds and gardens.
During this festive period, discover 24 rooms filled with Christmas wonder and the sights, sounds and scents of the season. Travel under archways adorned with candy canes, handmade Christmas stockings and mistletoe, and explore a winter wonderland and glittering Christmas tree brooch forest.
Another highlight of the day is to explore Chatsworth's ever popular Christmas Market, featuring gift, craft and food stalls. Indulge in a hot chocolate or a mulled wine as you enjoy this festive experience.
Today we travel to Buxton, a famous Derbyshire spa town. Visit the old pump room which is now the visitor centre or the Cavendish arcade, filled with local independent shops.
We then journey to Bakewell, a favorite stop in the Peak District. Famous for its Bakewell Tarts, here you can discover the lovely tea rooms and pick up some unique Christmas gifts in the local shops.
After a leisurely breakfast, we begin the journey home full of festive cheer.
Please note: If Christmas events are rescheduled or cancelled, the excursions will still visit the same destinations for time at leisure.
You will stay for three nights at the 4-star Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa.
Location: Kenwood Road Nether Edge, Sheffield, S7 1NQ
The 4-star Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa is situated in 12 acres of stunning grounds and gardens just 1 mile from Sheffield’s city centre. An ideal location to explore the nearby Peak District, it is in easy reach some of the areas most famous attractions including Chatsworth House, Bakewell and Buxton. The Kenwood Hall Hotel offers a modern restaurant, bar and a Laura Ashley tearoom. It also boasts a leisure club including gym, indoor pool, sauna, steam room and spa area. The hotel provides spacious rooms, all with classical décor and many with views of the lake and gardens. Car parking is available onsite and is free of charge.Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
Single Room Supplement from £99.00
