Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe has praised the Peak District in the past. He said: “I have seen magnificent buildings, mountains, oceans, waterfalls and everything but the Peak District is right up there and you will have to go a very long way to find a building and grounds anywhere near as nice as Chatsworth House. It is magnificent.” Russell also filmed parts of Robin Hood (2009) at Dovedale and praised the area’s natural beauty - and complimented Derbyshire’s “friendly and respectful” residents.placeholder image
Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe has praised the Peak District in the past. He said: “I have seen magnificent buildings, mountains, oceans, waterfalls and everything but the Peak District is right up there and you will have to go a very long way to find a building and grounds anywhere near as nice as Chatsworth House. It is magnificent.” Russell also filmed parts of Robin Hood (2009) at Dovedale and praised the area’s natural beauty - and complimented Derbyshire’s “friendly and respectful” residents.

You need to visit these places this autumn across Derbyshire and the Peak District that are loved by famous faces – including Tom Cruise, Liam Gallagher, Russell Crowe and Taylor Swift

By Tom Hardwick
Published 21st Oct 2026, 15:18 BST

These places across Derbyshire and the Peak District are loved by a host of huge celebrities – including Taylor Swift, Russell Crowe, Tom Cruise and Liam Gallagher – and they are perfect spots to visit this autumn.

Derbyshire is home to plenty of great pubs, restaurants and scenic beauty spots – but where do celebrities visit when they find themselves in the area?

These are some of the places frequented by famous names across Derbyshire and the Peak District – including Harry Styles, Taylor Swift, Liam Gallagher, Tom Cruise and Russell Crowe.

How many of these places have you visited, and have you spotted any celebrities in other parts of Derbyshire?

Johnny Vegas is certainly a fan of Derbyshire - choosing Melbourne Hall in the south of the county as the site for his vintage vehicle glampsite. Vegas said: “When we realised we needed a new home we were wondering whether we could find anywhere that came close to the original. When we came to look around (Melbourne Hall) we were absolutely thrilled at the prospect of starting anew. It’s a beautiful part of the country and just kind of love at first sight.”

5. Johnny Vegas - Melbourne Hall

Johnny Vegas is certainly a fan of Derbyshire - choosing Melbourne Hall in the south of the county as the site for his vintage vehicle glampsite. Vegas said: “When we realised we needed a new home we were wondering whether we could find anywhere that came close to the original. When we came to look around (Melbourne Hall) we were absolutely thrilled at the prospect of starting anew. It’s a beautiful part of the country and just kind of love at first sight.” Photo: Brian Eyre

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Hammond was filming in nearby Cromford back in 2021, as part of a series called ‘Britain’s Great Rivers’, before surprising locals by popping into The Fishpond at Matlock Bath for a drink. During the show, Hammond also used the Heights of Abraham cable car - and said that there was “something brilliant about unexpected little tourist attractions like this.”

6. Richard Hammond - Matlock Bath

Hammond was filming in nearby Cromford back in 2021, as part of a series called ‘Britain’s Great Rivers’, before surprising locals by popping into The Fishpond at Matlock Bath for a drink. During the show, Hammond also used the Heights of Abraham cable car - and said that there was “something brilliant about unexpected little tourist attractions like this.” Photo: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images

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We’ve already covered some famous names that have visited Bakewell, but a number of celebrities have been revealed as big fans of one of Derbyshire’s most iconic foods - the Bakewell pudding. Thomas Brodie-Sangster, who has appeared in Game of Thrones and The Maze Runner, has been spotted at The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop - along with TV personality Mark Wright.

7. Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Mark Wright - The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop

We’ve already covered some famous names that have visited Bakewell, but a number of celebrities have been revealed as big fans of one of Derbyshire’s most iconic foods - the Bakewell pudding. Thomas Brodie-Sangster, who has appeared in Game of Thrones and The Maze Runner, has been spotted at The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop - along with TV personality Mark Wright. Photo: Photo by Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Vanity Fair

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TV presenter Julia Bradbury has also praised the beauty of the Peak District. The former Countryfile broadcaster said: “Dovedale Valley along the River Dove is a favourite - reminds me of walking with Dad when I was a little girl; plus, it is gorgeous and peaceful along the river.”

8. Julia Bradbury - River Dove

TV presenter Julia Bradbury has also praised the beauty of the Peak District. The former Countryfile broadcaster said: “Dovedale Valley along the River Dove is a favourite - reminds me of walking with Dad when I was a little girl; plus, it is gorgeous and peaceful along the river.” Photo: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images

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