Where to Base
Stay in the town center for easy access to the Ashbourne Museum, theatre, and dining options. Most hotels are housed in historic buildings, offering a unique atmosphere within walking distance of key attractions and local amenities.
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Ashbourne
Ashbourne in Derbyshire is a charming historic market town renowned for its well-preserved Georgian architecture and picturesque cobbled streets. Situated in the heart of the Peak District National Park, it offers a serene escape from urban bustle, making it an ideal base for travelers seeking culture, history, and natural beauty. The town center is compact and walkable, housing a variety of boutique hotels and traditional inns within easy reach of major attractions like the Ashbourne Museum and the annual Royal Shrovetide Football match. For frequent flyers and hotel guests looking for a peaceful yet culturally rich destination in the English Midlands, Ashbourne provides a unique blend of heritage and hospitality. Accommodations range from historic coaching inns to modern boutique stays, all offering convenient access to local amenities and scenic countryside walks.
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Getting there & around
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Before choosing where to stay
Getting Around
The town is highly walkable, with most hotels and attractions clustered centrally. There is no major airport nearby; travelers typically fly into Manchester or Birmingham and transfer via train or car hire.
Best Season
Spring through autumn offers pleasant weather for exploring the Peak District. February features the unique Royal Shrovetide Football match, but accommodation books up quickly during this period, requiring early planning.
Nearby attractions
Alton Towers
major theme park in central England
Kedleston Hall
English country house in Kedleston, Derbyshire, England, UK
The Smiler
steel roller coaster located at Alton Towers in Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Galactica
roller coaster at Alton Towers in Staffordshire, England
Nemesis
inverted roller-coaster in England
Carsington Water
reservoir in Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Duffield Castle
Norman castle in Duffield, Derbyshire, England
Oblivion
steel roller coaster located at Alton Towers
Alton Castle
Gothic-revival castle south of the river Churnet in the village of Alton, Staffordshire, England, UK
Norbury Manor
Grade I listed historic house museum in Derbyshire Dales, United Kingdom
Tissington Hall
Grade II* listed house in Tissington, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, England, UK
Wicker Man
wooden roller coaster at Alton Towers Resort, England
Dining
Duncombe Arms
Owners Johnny and Laura Greenall were sad to see the hub of their local village shut its doors, so in 2012 they bought it, smartened it up and reopened it as a stylish dining pub – and it’s been a hit ever since. It’s an attractive place with a delightful terrace and a neighbouring red-brick barn which houses luxurious bedrooms that look out over the fields. The gutsy, keenly priced cooking routinely shows the kitchen's deft skills, from the subtle spicing of a café de Paris butter to the luscious filling of a classic custard tart.
WebsiteLighthouse Restaurant
The Lighthouse acts a culinary beacon in the Derbyshire countryside. A sweet, intimate restaurant, it provides a platform for the self-taught chef's ambitious seasonal cooking, which is presented as either a tasting menu or midweek 'Grazing Menu'. The latter offers great value for money and is designed for sharing, providing a shorter, more relaxed dining experience. Whichever menu you enjoy, look out for the fantastic, Thai-inspired coconut and chilli broth. A good selection of keenly priced wines accompanies.
WebsiteStones Restaurant
Negotiate the steep steps down to this small riverside restaurant and you’ll be rewarded with a warm, welcoming atmosphere courtesy of your fellow contented diners and the lovely team. The well-kept front room features floor-to-ceiling windows, while the delightful rear terrace is in prime position for views of the River Derwent. The cooking doesn’t reinvent the wheel but nor does it need to – instead, the chefs confidently execute classic combinations of high-quality ingredients, resulting in satisfyingly flavoursome dishes.
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