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Thimble Hall
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CHATSWORTH HOUSE, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1PP. Tel: 01246
582204 is about 5 miles from Bakewell. The house is richly furnished
and decorated with painted walls and ceilings, woodcarvings,
elaborate inlay furniture, tapestry and leather. Guided tours
by prior arrangement. Refreshments and self service restaurant.
Admission charges apply. www.chatsworth.org. About 7 miles north
east of Youlgreave.
Haddon Hall, Bakewell,
Derbyshire, DE45 1LA. Tel: 01629 812855. Haddon Hall, two miles
south of Bakewell on the banks of the River Wye, is one of the
finest medieval manor houses in England. Haddon Hall is a unique
example of building styles from the 12th to the 17th centuries.
www.haddonhall.co.uk. About 3 miles north east of Youlgreave.
Caudwell's Mill, Rowsley, Derbyshire, DE4 2EB. Tel: 01629 734374.
Here on the banks of the river Wye lies Caudwell's Mill, a unique
grade II listed historic roller flour mill. A mill has stood
on the site for at least 400 years, the present mill was built
in 1874 and is turbine-driven. About 3 miles north east of Youlgreave.
Old House Museum, Cunningham
Place, Bakewell, Derbyshire. Tel: 01629 813642. This fascinating
old house contains a wonderful collection of items from the Bakewell
area, displayed to show aspects of local and social history in
this part of Derbyshire. The displays are full of memories and
interest for everyone. We attract visitors from all over the
world, as well as from our local area. www.oldhousemuseum.org.uk.About
3 miles north of Youlgreave.
The famous henge of Arbor Low is a fine example of a stone circle
and can be found 3 miles along the Long Rake west of Youlgreave.
Arbor Low is a powerful place to visit at any time of the year.
More About 2 miles west of Youlgreave. Photo : Arbor Low at top of page.
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