Peak District Scenic Railways & Chatsworth House

Peak District Scenic Railways & Chatsworth House

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Peak District Scenic Railways & Chatsworth House

5 Days

Visiting: North East Derbyshire District, Matlock Bath, Peak Rail, Chatsworth House Gardens

Tour operator:

Leger Holidays

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Activities:

Sightseeing

Tour Overview

Discover the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales with journeys on heritage railway lines and a visit to Chatsworth House and Gardens.

Highlights

  • Crich Tramway Museum with its collection of over 60 vintage trams and period village setting.

  • Ride the Heights of Abraham cable car for panoramic views of the Derwent Valley and Peak District.

  • Journey on the Peak Rail Heritage Railway alongside the River Derwent through Matlock Dale.

  • Experience the Churnet Valley Railway, following the historic Churnet Valley Line through beautiful countryside.

  • Travel on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway through the heart of the Peak District.

  • Explore the historic Chatsworth House and its stunning gardens, with a rich history dating back to 1549.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Location: North East Derbyshire District

Meals Included: Dinner

Make your own way to our hotel in North Derbyshire, where you will meet our experienced Tour Manager and enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner.

Day 2 Crich Tramway Village, Matlock Bath & Heights of Abraham

Location: Matlock Bath

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we will board the coach and head to the fantastic Crich Tramway Museum – otherwise known as the National Tramway Museum. Showcasing an impressive collection of over 60 vintage trams, the village is complete with cobbled streets, period buildings, and street furniture, taking visitors on a journey back in time. With other highlights include a park and woodland walk, there’s plenty to see and do here.


Continuing to Matlock Bath, we’ll enjoy a memorable ride on the Heights of Abraham cable car. Ascending 554ft high to the top station, soak up the breathtaking panoramic views of the Derwent Valley and surrounding Peak District.


We return by coach to the hotel.

Day 3 Peak Rail Heritage Railway & Churnet Valley Railway

Location: Peak Rail

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before our coach transfers us to Rowsley. Here, we’ll join the Peak Rail Heritage Railway for a memorable journey alongside the River Derwent, passing through the spectacular Matlock Dale.


Afterwards, our coach will take us to our next railway experience, which begins at Froghall Station. We’ll join the Churnet Valley Railway and follow the path of the old Churnet Valley Line, once part of the North Staffordshire Railway. Travelling through beautiful countryside, enjoy a glimpse into the golden age of railway travel.


We return to the hotel for our evening meal.

Day 4 Ecclesbourne Valley Railway & Chatsworth House and Gardens

Location: Chatsworth House Gardens

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After enjoying breakfast, our morning will begin with a coach journey to Wirksworth Station. Here, we'll step aboard the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway. Having once served as a terminus for the Midland Railway and later revived in 2002, this railway promises a delightful trip through the Peak District's heart.


We will then travel by coach to the renowned Chatsworth House and Gardens. With entry to both the house and gardens, you can explore at your own pace. The story of Chatsworth dates back to 1549 when the land was purchased by Elizabeth and William Cavendish for a sum of £600. This estate once served as the residence of the Elizabeth, Countess of Shrewsbury, commonly referred to as Bess of Hardwick. A woman of significant influence and means, Bess's married four times, which bolstered her status and wealth. She married William Cavendish in 1547 and they had eight children, making Chatsworth their home. A later marriage to George Talbot, the 6th Earl of Shrewsbury, in 1567, elevated her to the esteemed title of the Countess of Shrewsbury. Over the following generations, Chatsworth was transformed into the house we see today.


Later, our coach returns us to our hotel for dinner this evening.

Day 5

Location: North East Derbyshire District

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you’re free to check out of the hotel and make your way home at leisure.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    You will stay for four nights on a half-board basis at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Hotel.

  • Meals

    Breakfast and dinner are included during your stay.

  • Crich Tramway Village Visit

    Entry to the Crich Tramway Museum, showcasing an impressive collection of over 60 vintage trams.

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What's Not Included

  • Transportation to Hotel

    Make your own way to the hotel in North Derbyshire.

  • Return Journey

    You are free to check out of the hotel and make your way home at leisure.

Accommodation

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stay for four nights on a half-board basis at the Delta Hotels by Marriott
Breadsall Priory Hotel (2025 departures). 




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departures will stay at the Derby Mickleover Hotel, Best Western Signature Collection.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes coach transfers to various attractions, including Crich Tramway Museum, Matlock Bath, Peak Rail Heritage Railway, Churnet Valley Railway, Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, and Chatsworth House and Gardens.

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights on a half-board basis at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Hotel.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    You will stay for four nights on a half-board basis at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Hotel.

  • What can I expect to see at the Crich Tramway Village?

    At the Crich Tramway Village, you can explore the National Tramway Museum, which showcases an impressive collection of over 60 vintage trams. The village features cobbled streets, period buildings, and street furniture, offering a journey back in time. There are also park and woodland walks available.

  • What is the experience like on the Heights of Abraham cable car?

    The Heights of Abraham cable car offers a memorable ride, ascending 554 feet to the top station. You can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Derwent Valley and the surrounding Peak District.

  • What railway experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes several railway experiences: a journey on the Peak Rail Heritage Railway alongside the River Derwent, a ride on the Churnet Valley Railway following the old Churnet Valley Line, and a trip on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway through the heart of the Peak District.

  • What can I explore at Chatsworth House and Gardens?

    At Chatsworth House and Gardens, you have entry to both the house and gardens, allowing you to explore at your own pace. The estate has a rich history dating back to 1549 and was once the residence of Elizabeth, Countess of Shrewsbury, also known as Bess of Hardwick.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    40 years

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?

    Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

Reviews of this operator

Gary White (Google Reviewer)  

Just got back from a...

27-May-2024

Just got back from a holiday with leger holidays to callea spain which my wife done as a surprise for my 60th and wedding anniversary together my wife and i had a great time the coach journey there was excellent regular stops for toilet breaks and a stretch. Our two drivers Geoff and katrina were brilliant serving regular drinks and making the trip pleasant all the people on the coach were pleasant the hotel in spain was so nice the best we've stayed in lovely staff lovely bar the guy at the bar was great really friendly nice room. Overall our journey there and our return journey was brill the only thing that was not good at all was the ibis hotel on the return journey the room was horrible not a nice breakfast not polite French staff. Not really interested in trying to speak some english if i was leger should try and use a different hotel. Once again a big thank you to Geoff and katrina well done guys for making our holiday lovely. Hope to see you on another holiday soon

Will (Google Reviewer)  

I went on the 4...

05-Jan-2024

I went on the 4 countries trip and swiss glacier express and overall it was a great trip. The coach I was on was silver service, it was tidy had nice seats and other accessories such as charging points and headsets which was very handy. The drivers Alex and Dave were fantastic, very kind, funny and respectful throughout the whole trip and a pleasure to talk to. The excursions were very pleasant and all ran very smoothly. The hotels were decent and offered a good service. I overall very much recommend leger holidays.

Sally Matson  

Excellent customer service

10-Jan-2023

Booked our ‘Christmas in Austria & Scenic Trains of the Tyrol’ through George on the customer Helpline. Nothing was too much trouble, everything clearly & patiently explained. He even had permission to log in on his day off to finalise the sale! A charming and helpful young person and a credit to the company.

Euan Donald (Google Reviewer)  

Been on two tours now...

10-Oct-2023

Been on two tours now the “D Day beaches” and “ All Quiet on the Western Front” tour of the Somme and Ypres. Both four days in total, two travelling and two on the site of the various battles. This is outstanding value for money, picked up from Carlisle , Cumbria and literally looked after all the way through the tours. The coaches are great and the accommodation spot on . The guides are very knowledgeable ( Mark Hope brilliant guy)and the bus drivers professional . Absolutely fantastic .

Remon Wanis (Google Reviewer)  

We have been working with...

05-Aug-2024

We have been working with them for nearly a year now as Sussex Airports Taxis, and they offer the best customer service ever. All their customers are always happy when they return from their holidays. We look forward to continuing our partnership for many more years to come.

William Olley (Google Reviewer)  

I recently went on a...

21-Aug-2024

I recently went on a coach holiday with this company. Everything was on time but there can be traffic hold ups with jams and roadworks! The coach was comfortable and the driver stopped for rest periods. The hotel was a 3 star close to a spectacular beach and was adequate. The catering was excellent! I went on the excursions included in the package and visited some lovely places.

Gordon Price (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from Italian holiday....

21-Jul-2024

just returned from Italian holiday. It was great spoilt a little by the high temperature even Ledger can't control that. The only real thing to spoil the trip was one of the hotels. The Krystall hotel in Diano Marina was terrible the room was dire with cracks in shower bogged up shower fittings noe control for AC end so on. The food was very poor, limited choice luke warm food on cold plates. After 4 evening meals (3 or four courses) we were only able to remember 2 we enjoyed. Breakfast was poor no bread except for hard rolls. No fresh fruit if you liked cake for breakfast you were good. If this is a 3 star hotel Italian standards have fallen which I don't think they have. Ledger brochure states "some of Europes most fascinating unique hotels" for Luxuria trips. This hotel should be removed from your list at once. The holiday was other wise good I cannot praise your coach crew too to much they were excellent. A highlight of the trip was the return trip through the swiss alps. It was superb and deserves mention in your holiday iteniary description.

Hilary Jackson (Google Reviewer)  

I recently went on a...

12-Jun-2024

I recently went on a 4 night tour to Scarborough. Driver was great hotel superb. My criticism is too many destinations crammed into day excursion. Example visit to Flamborough head stop for 1 hour it was teeming nobody got off coach but even if fine pointless. Then on to Bridlington coach Park 1.5 ml from centre. Most people are hard pressed to get to center & back in 1.5 hours pointless. Incidentally if Leger paid a permit they could alight us in the resort. Very bad logistics. On to Whitby with a decent stop should have taken us there & bypassed the other stops. I will not go with them again. I will source a better holiday with excursions to one place only.

Suzanne Maylin (Google Reviewer)  

Having returned from a fabulous...

24-Sep-2024

Having returned from a fabulous tour of Austria with excellent tour guides/ drivers, it's disappointing to say the least that I'm left chasing a return for an excursion that was cancelled. I called Leger 5 days ago and am still waiting in a call back. Leger if you want to retain customers you need step up on service. Good training , good service costs very little, and once embedded in a company produces more income. I don't suppose anyone from Leger will respond to this, but who knows

aled blackshaw (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from a solos...

25-Mar-2024

just returned from a solos break to valkenburg and rhine valley i enjoyed the break overall although both journeys were considerably longer than expected due to several picks ups. I could have done without the 3 countries meeting point excursion to be honest and the lunch on rhine cruise was very basic. The drivers/couriers were efficient and good humoured and provided free lunch vouchers on the ferry which were much appreciated. I probably would book another break with leger but to somewhere a lot closer to home.

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    Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 48 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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