The Derbyshire Peak District was the first national park in the country. Derbyshire is a pioneer for leisure: The Arboretum park was the first public park in Britain and the UK's first purpose-built basketball arena is in Derbyshire.
1. The Portland Hotel (Buxton/Hotels in Buxton)
Buxton The historic town at the heart of the peak district. Sitting opposite the Pavilion gardens 150 yards from the world famous Buxton Opera House and only a short walk to the town centre the Portland Hotel is the place to stay in this elegant ...