3 Monkwood Cottages ref: 412074

About the local area

Barlow Village is placed right on the edge of the Peak District in North East Derbyshire it is within easy reach of Chatsworth - near Bakewell (One of the seven great houses of England) and only 4 miles from the bustling market town of Chesterfield. Barlow is famous for its Well Dressings, an art dating back many years using whole flower heads to decorate sites around the village during carnival times and parades.

Close by is Barlow Trout and Coarse Fishery which is set in 50 acres of a beautiful secluded valley on the edge of the Derbyshire Peak District. The area comprises of four trout lakes, four coarse lakes and a fresh water brook with a small cafe and facilities to cater for family fun day and birthday parties. The pretty market town of Bakewell, close to Chatsworth and Haddon Hall is close by and offers quaint cafes, pubs, bars and a selection of restaurants. It has a river running through it and a market every Monday in the town centre. It also has a fabulous agriculture centre where monthly farmers markets are held and weekly cattle and livestock sales.

Within a short drive are Buxton, Matlock and the Hope Valley all offering walks, cycle routes and interesting shops and cafes. For family fun days out there are a selection including - The Heights of Abraham and Gulliver's Kingdom in Matlock Bath, Alton Towers near Stoke on Trent and Chatsworth Farm and Park near Bakewell. A truly idyllic location within easy reach of Derbyshire's most picturesque towns and villages. 

Things to do nearby