Peak District spotlight: Hartington - the cheesemaking capital of Derbyshire

The village of Hartington on the Derbyshire-Staffordshire border is best known for two things; immaculate scenery along local walking trails and the River Dove, and its cheese-making heritage.

By Bailey Greenfield

Published 21st Aug 2023, 16:07 GMT

Updated 21st Aug 2023, 16:08 GMT

Lying in the centre of the White Peak area, Hartington’s 17th century architecture and landmarks make this village one of the most stunning among the Derbyshire Peaks.

A popular getaway spot for a 17th century poet and writer, today Hartington attracts visitors from far and wide to see its scenery and local village shops. With a hotel and youth hostel in a former stately home, there is even an opportunity to make your trip into a cosy weekend away in the country.

Here is a quick, virtual tour, showing off some of Hartington’s best landmarks and stopping-off points.

Hartington

1. Hartington

Hartington Photo: Derbyshire Times

The village's 13th century church is dedicated to St Giles

2. St Giles Church

The village's 13th century church is dedicated to St Giles Photo: jason chadwick

The picturesque pond found in the centre of Hartington. A great place to sit down and take in the surrounding village.

3. The Hartington pond

The picturesque pond found in the centre of Hartington. A great place to sit down and take in the surrounding village. Photo: jason chadwick

Hartington Hall is a 17th century manor house. It was built by the Bateman family; a well-established Norfolk family who settled in Hartington in the 16th century. Today, after many extensions and alterations, the building is now used as a youth hostel.

4. Hartington Hall Youth Hostel

Hartington Hall is a 17th century manor house. It was built by the Bateman family; a well-established Norfolk family who settled in Hartington in the 16th century. Today, after many extensions and alterations, the building is now used as a youth hostel. Photo: jason chadwick

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