On your bike: our favourite cycle routes in England

Leave the car behind and explore Britain’s highways, byways and coastal pathways on two wheels.

Hotel review: The Cavendish Hotel at Baslow, Derbyshire

A charming Peak District stay just a stone’s throw from Chatsworth House.

Hotel review: The Devonshire Arms at Beeley, Derbyshire

A delightfully quaint old pub with modern rooms and a pretty garden to walk around in picturesque Derbyshire village Beeley, perfect for countryside pursuits.

Waterway wandering: England’s prettiest canal walks

Take it slow and savour these pockets of tranquility.

Welcome to the Bath of the Midlands: 48 hours in Buxton

Nestled in the heart of the Peak District, this handsome spa town is sure to be a hit with visitors.

The best camping and glamping spots in the Peak District

From high-end yurts to affordable eco-friendly campsites.

The best self-catering accommodation in the Peak District

Our pick of the best shepherd’s huts, Victorian boathouses and quaint cottages in heart of the national park.

From Stoney Middleton to Eyam: a walk through The Great Plague

The story begins with a delivery of cloth from London to George Viccars, an Eyam tailor.

Best British churches

Some people go to church, others go to churches.

Haddon Hall Chapel and the three skeletons

Haddon Hall guide Gill Shimwell tells the story of the chapel’s three skeletons.

Circular walk from Grindleford to Hathersage

Helen Moat takes us on a sylvan and tranquil route along the River Derwent.