Towns & Villages
The village of Baslow, Derbyshire
August 26th 2010
A picture perfect gateway to the Peak with style, country charm and curiosities!
The town of Ashbourne, Derbyshire
August 25th 2010
Historic charm, a variety of annual events and everything a shopper could want with a vibrant market, new retail park and a plethora of high quality town centre shops. Mike Smith explores
Cycling in the Peak District
August 5th 2010
The Peak District National Park Authority is piloting a new scheme aimed at getting us out and about this summer
The village of Allestree, Derby
August 4th 2010
A look around the leafy extensive suburb of Derby with its traditional village centre, park and shopping precinct.
Chesterfield Football Club's final match at Saltergate
August 4th 2010
Lifelong Spireite Robert Falconer watches the last match at Chesterfield's Saltergate ground
The town of Buxton, Derbyshire
August 4th 2010
Unlike other towns that suffered the effects of mid-20th century ‘new build’ Buxton’s architectural splendours remained unharmed and ripe for a 21st century reincarnation. Mike Smith explores the gem of the High Peak
10 reasons to visit Tutbury, Staffordshire
August 4th 2010
Discovering Tutbury - A combination of style and energy with history and charm
Seven wonders of the Peak District, Derbyshire
June 28th 2010
Since earliest times the route between Chatsworth and Buxton has been acclaimed for its unique ‘marvels’. We sent Ashley Franklin to find out if the ‘seven wonders’ are still as amazing today ...
Villages of the Blackbrook Valley Whitehough, Chinley and Buxworth, Derbyshire
June 28th 2010
Three High Peak villages that have retained natural beauty and a close community
11 things you never knew about Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
June 25th 2010
Just two miles over the border into Staffordshire, Uttoxter can boast history, architecture, racing and being 'top of the shops'
The town of Chesterfield, Derbyshire
June 3rd 2010
Mike Smith explores the historic market town that's proud of its attractions and prime tourist location, and is forging ahead into the 21st century with some exciting new developments
The town of Melbourne, Derbyshire
May 24th 2010
Ashley Franklin looks around the twon with a church and hall of timeless charm, delightful shops and restaurants, a vibrant arts community and a great deal of potential...
The village of Etwall, Derbyshire
April 27th 2010
Home to an impressive new leisure centre and the Buddhist World Peace Café, Ashley Franklin finds a community that has put 20th century expansion and traffic problems behind it, but still keeps traditional village life at its heart
Maundy Money comes to Derbyshire
April 26th 2010
Her Majesty The Queen has chosen Derby Cathedral for this year’s Royal Maundy Service on 1st April. Geoffrey Humphrys looks into the history behind the ceremony
The town of Bakewell, Derbyshire
April 26th 2010
Mike Smith discovers the delights of one of Derbyshire’s most attractive and visitor-friendly towns
The town of New Mills, Peak District, Derbyshire
March 12th 2010
Behind the industrial 19th-century shop fronts and façades, Mike Smith discovers a fascinating past and a lively present
The town of Long Eaton, Derbyshire
March 11th 2010
From Victorian boom town to kingpin of the English furniture trade
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