Author: Emma Belivanis

Christmas at Chatsworth 2026

Discover the magic of Christmas at Chatsworth, where beautifully decorated rooms, twinkling lights and festive markets bring the season to life.

Deer Rutting Season in the Peak District

Autumn brings a different kind of wildlife to the Peak District. As deer rutting season begins, you may hear the distant call of a stag, spot deer moving across the fields or catch a quiet glimpse at the edge of the woodland.

10 Reasons September Is Such a Peaceful Time to Visit the Peak District

September has a different feel in the Peak District. The pace softens after summer and the light begins to change.

5 Quiet Hidden Gems in the Peak District

Discover five quieter places to visit in the Peak District, from peaceful woodland and historic mines to open moorland and secluded limestone dales.

How to Easily Spend a Week in the Peak District

Planning a week in the Peak District? Discover a gentle 7 day itinerary from Top Riley Holiday Cottages near Eyam, with walks, villages, Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Bakewell and peaceful days in the countryside.

Things to Do in the Peak District in June

For those who enjoy gardens, history, peaceful walks and quiet moments in nature, June is a lovely time to visit.

Top Gardens to Visit in the Peak District

The Peak District is known for its hills, edges, stone villages and walking routes, but it is also home to some truly beautiful gardens.

The Most Beautiful Villages in the Peak District

Village days are often some of the most memorable because they offer something gentler something more peaceful.

Wildlife You Might Spot in the Peak District

There’s something quietly special about wildlife in the Peak District. It doesn’t feel staged or rare and it all around you.

Holiday Cottages Near Chatsworth House

If you’re searching for a holiday cottage near Chatsworth House, Top Riley offers the perfect base.

Eyam Museum

20 minute walk into the village, opposite the playing fields
https://www.eyam-museum.org.uk/visit-us

Eyam Museum aims to open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 with last admission at 15:15. The museum closes at 16:00. It is advisable to pre book tickets on the website. The museum will give you a real insight into the history of Eyam and the details of the plague through detailed local accounts of how it spread, who died and who survived.