From forgotten landmarks at the very centre of the country’s history, to cutting-edge sculptures dotted across the town, Chesterfield has a great range of attractions – a number of which may remain undiscovered by many.
These are 16 of Chesterfield’s hidden treasures – how many of them have you visited?
13. Revolution House, Old Whittington
How many visitors to Chesterfield will know that the plot to depose King James II was hatched in an Old Whittington pub - which now functions as a museum? Photo: Photo © Paul Harrop (cc-by-sa/2.0)
14. Wooden sculptures, Westwood
These intricate wooden carvings are hidden away in woodland at Westwood. Photo: Julia Rodgerson
15. Diamond Jubilee sculpture, Queen’s Park
This sculpture, commemorating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, was unveiled at Queen’s Park in 2013. Photo: Chesterfield Borough Council
16. Renishaw Hall
Almost everyone has heard of the likes of Chatsworth House and Hardwick Hall, but Renishaw has its own stunning Grade I listed country house, just a few miles outside of Chesterfield. Photo: Brian Eyre