Earl Sterndale

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Summer solstice sunset at the Dragon's Back
Summer solstice sunset at the Dragon's Back
Drystone wall, fields and Parkhouse Hill, near Earl Sterndale
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Derbyshire at its best: Alderly Cliff near Earl Sterndale.
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Buxton Road (B5053) approaching Glutton Bridge
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Shrigley Hall Hotel and Spa

Shrigley Hall Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Pott Shrigley Macclesfield England
The price is CA $134 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
CA $134
CA $161 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Macclesfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Room very tired looking and needed updating. Bathroom smelt. Not very pleasant ! Toilet tool holder hanging off the wall but cleanliness was the big issue for me personally

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Shrigley Hall Hotel and Spa
The Tytherington

The Tytherington

4 out of 5
90 Dorchester Way Macclesfield England
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Macclesfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (768 reviews)
Super cheap rate for a great hotel. Perfect for a walking break in the Peak District

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

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The Tytherington
Buxton Crescent

Buxton Crescent

5 out of 5
The Crescent Buxton England
The price is CA $246 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
CA $246
CA $296 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Buxton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (932 reviews)
Lovely clean room and very friendly staff. The spa & pools are amazing and it’s all set in a beautiful National Park.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Buxton Crescent
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5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)

5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)

Ashbourne Derbyshire
Stay at this cottage in Thorpe. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
Lovely cottage, nicely appointed and pool and hot tub really great and host really helpful ...will come again

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)
Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet friendly.

Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet friendly.

Buxton England
Stay at this cottage in Buxton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lud's Church and Swain's GoCart are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Great place to stay!!

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet friendly.
Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly

Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly

Longnor, Buxton
Stay at this cottage in Buxton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lud's Church and Swain's GoCart are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (150 reviews)
We had a lovely stay at Jo’s cottage. Very warm and welcoming despite the chilly february weather. We’d definitely come back! The cottage has everything you’d need and beautiful views of the countryside.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly
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Popular places to visit

Victorian era Opera House that is still in use today.

Buxton Opera House

You can make plans for a show at Buxton Opera House during your trip to Buxton. Check out the spas and lively bars in this quaint area.

Buxton Opera House
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Pavilion Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Pavilion Gardens, a lovely green space in Buxton. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Pavilion Gardens

The Crescent

You can find out about the history of Buxton with a visit to The Crescent. Check out the spas and lively bars in this quaint area.

The Crescent

Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Buxton. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve

Devonshire Dome

You can learn about the history of Buxton with a trip to Devonshire Dome. Discover the beautiful countryside and spas in this quaint area.

Devonshire Dome

Goyt Valley

You can take time to visit Goyt Valley during your travels to Buxton. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this quaint area.

Goyt Valley

Things to do

Small-Group Derbyshire, the Peak District & Poole's Cavern

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

CA $102
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District

7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District

CA $231
per adult
7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District
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Cities near Earl Sterndale

Parkhouse Hill viewed from the West From this angle, the hill takes on almost perfect conical proportions. This photo was taken on a mainly overcast Sunday in late February, although overall visibility was good.
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