The Area

Longnor is a fantastic base for a holiday in the Peak District. There is a lot of exploring to be done around the village and in the wider area, be it on foot or by bike.

Other than wandering around the beautiful villages and countryside of the Peak District and its hills and dales, there are many other ways to spend your time -­
The National Trust have many wonderful properties in the area: Highlights include Calke Abbey, Hardwick Hall and Kedleston Hall.

Bakewell is a 20 minute drive away and is home to the famous Bakewell Pudding as well as Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall



The spa town of Buxton is a 15 minute drive away, and the market towns of Ashbourne and Leek can be reached within 15-­20 minutes. Alton Towers is 35 minutes away.


The Potteries are also close to this part of the Peak District. The factory shops of Emma Bridgewater and Burleigh make for a fascinating trip.

Bikes can also be hired on the Manifold or Tissington Trails. Please contact us if you are thinking of bringing your own bikes.


Local Markets can be found in Ashbourne on Thursday and Saturdays; Bakewell on Mondays; Buxton on Thursdays and Saturdays; Wirksworth on Mondays and leek on Wednesdays with an Antique and collectors Market on Saturdays, indoor market on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.