Derbyshire and the Peak District are certainly popular destinations, with the Peak District National Park welcoming over 12 million visitors each year.
These are 14 things that almost every visitor to Derbyshire and the Peak District should have done – including trips to some of the county’s most remarkable country houses, historical sites and tourist attractions.
The full list can be found below – is there anything or anywhere else you think should be included?
9. Pop into a traditional Derbyshire country pub
Derbyshire and the Peak District are home to a number of great traditional country pubs - which you have to visit if you want to sample the area’s heritage while enjoying a meal or a drink. Photo: Brian Eyre
10. Take on some of the area’s scenic walking routes
Derbyshire and the Peak District are home to a range of stunning walking routes - from Mam Tor and Kinder Scout to Win Hill and the Monsal Trail. You can’t visit the area without heading out on a hike, or a gentle stroll, to take in the amazing views and scenic countryside. Photo: jason chadwick
11. Admire Britain’s only known example of ice age cave art
The remarkable ancient limestone caves at Creswell Crags are filled with history, including the only known example of ice age cave art in the country - which has been dated at around 13,000 years old. Photo: Brian Eyre
12. Visits to popular viewpoints
Derbyshire and the Peak District are popular with those searching for scenic viewpoints, with Curbar Edge, Baslow Edge and Stanage Edge among the most frequently visited. Photo: RKH