The 27 best places to propose in Peak District National Park (2024)

Beautiful place to visit only walked in the grounds and went into the farm shop which is jammed with so many fresh and locally made produce its amazing, bit more expensive, but worth it. Massive range to choose from. The Cafe's are lovely food smelled and look delicious and luxurious. The toilets alone are very different, they are all mirrored in and out of the cubicles in gold. They are very clean and neat. The grounds are vast and beautiful, there are picnic areas, we took a picnic, plenty of Sheep wandering around, you need to take care where you walk and drive. They also have Deer and Cows. There are private gardens that you can pay to look round and also the house which will cost you a fee. They had a Man on Fire exhibition in the grounds, these were from America. They had a small good fair there where you could sample food which is sold in the Farm Shop. Good place to go to take your dog, but must be kept on their lead. Plenty of security staff around to keep eye on things. Wonderful place to take kids and wear them out, there's a lovely little river to watch the ducks. It's a lovely day out especially if the sun is out, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Really nice walk around the garden with the dog. Lots to see and do to explore and so very well maintained.We entered the gardens from the entrance by the stables where there was no queue - tip tip from one of the volunteers...

Visited whilst the Christmas market was on and the place was amazing. House staff were really attentive and the rooms were fantastic. The tour accommodates wheelchair access via a lift hidden away but the staff were always on hand to direct and help with this.In the market area ramps were hidden down the side of some of the cabins allowing access up the kerbs, we didn't find these until later in the day.The light show on the South face of the hall needs to be more widely publicized as people were walking past in their droves minutes before it began blissfully unaware of what was about to start.Overall, a fantastic day out and waiting to see what they plan for next year.

Absolutely magnificent experience, with endless things to explore. We spent hours in the gardens because they were so huge and pretty with loads of hidden areas to see. The house was beautiful and the overall trip was well worth the money. This place is a must visit 🙌

Wow! So much more than 'Mr Darcy'! The house has so many beautiful paintings, sculptures, tapestries, furniture and furnishings. It is filled with living history. The guides in each room were approachable and knowledgeable.And then there are the Gardens. Sweeping lawns, beautiful fountains, a maze, tunnels, pits, colourful flowers and full greenhouses. So much to see and do.Luckily there is both a cafe, restaurant and ice cream cart to break up the time and recharge your battery! They've thought of everything!You need time to do it all properly. Either plan for the day with a lunch break in the middle or do it over a couple of half days. You won't be disappointed!

Great place to visit & explore. The sculptures on display were great. Radical Horizons exhibition.Parking was reasonable and plenty to do just paying for parking. Unless you have a full day to explore I wouldn't pay to go in the house/gardens.We will be back for a full visit.

Such a grand stately home with tons of arts displays complimenting the historical pieces. Love the vast garden, with different sites of scenery, not enough to see them all in a day. Kids love the farm yard and adventure playground. I would love to go there again with the 50% off voucher. Can easily spend a lovely day out with family here.

A lot of 🐑 on the park, they are very cute. You can interact with them directly. Garden was amazing, you must buy the ticket for garden. Recommend Cascade, Maze, and the fountain. The house inside was luxurious. It's hard to believe a family can have so many valuable collections.

Great day out with the kids. They particularly loved being allowed to play the piano in the house and the violin in the cupboard room. Staff were really friendly and knowledgeable, gave the kids just the right level of info to engage them and not go over their heads. They enjoyed the farm and play area too. There is so much to see and do, we didn't manage it all. Look forward to going back another time.

This was my first visit here. We went into the house first, then the grounds. We had dinner there too. Went in the 3rd week or September on a lucky sunny day.It was amazing, lots of staff on hand to help and chat, information card in every room and a very well presented and preserved part of English heritage.My pics don't do it justice at all. Most of them were done on my camera

Initially seemed expensive when we booked but after spending nearly 7 hours there it was well worth the money. Instantly impressive when you drive towards Chatsworth. The grounds are vast and beautiful. The guides at the start of the house tour are welcoming and knowledgeable. The house is incredible. Plenty of places to get refreshments. Take time to enjoy the different areas of the gardens. Loved it.

Arrived too late to see the house but was able to walk around the gardens. The lights and music were amazing and there are small stalls as you walk around to get a mulled wine / hot chocolate and toast marshmallows.Would definitely recommend visiting over Christmas!

We were in the area and decided to visit as it was somewhere we'd always wanted to go to. It was mid November and the Christmas theme was in place. The Christmas Market with lots of stalls was set up outside the house. The stable shops all had a festive element too. After the market we took a long walk around the grounds. Even in November there was plenty to see, cascades, sculptures, maze, lakes, fountains, rock features, etc. In order to enter the house we had to pre-book a time slot. Our trip around the house was more focused on the festive themed rooms, rather than the house itself. Maybe we need to visit again in the summer. Once the house tour was over it was back into the gardens to follow the Christmas lights trail, some of it accompanied by music. The light display on the house at the end of the walk was stunning. Absolutely fantastic end to the day. The whole experience was fantastic. Staff (some in period costume) very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

What a amazing garden this is, worth every penny, must visit if you are in peak district. Book online to get free parking. We personally liked this garden when compared to Hampton Court Palace and Tower of London.

Spent the entire day within the gardens and estate park. The gardens are beautiful, as you would expect from Capability Brown, with amazing landscaping and wonderful specimen trees and planting. Had lunch in the Stables, and then enjoyed the sculptures and installations currently exhibited in the park. Well worth the entry fee, and would certainly visit again. Very highly recommended.

This was a near perfect day out. We got stuck in traffic and missed our entry slot. I phoned the house and they were aware of the problem. Told us not to worry and promised to get us in as soon as they could. This set the tone for the day. Everyone was so helpful, and pleasant to deal with. The Christmas decorations were just stunning and each room came up with different ideas. The stewards were very knowledgeable and freely gave us info about the decorating process. There was a short queue to get into the restaurant. The staff were not fazed by my onion allergy and assisted me to choose my food. The turkey cobs were really delicious. We ended our day at the farm shop with a great cup of coffee and goodies to take home.

Absolutely amazing place. It’s worth the drive from anywhere! The house is like the ones you hear or see in Disney fairy tales. The staff is super friendly and if you discuss history with them, you will spend quite the time around the corridors. Plenty of parking spaces, toilets and a lovely gift shop. Been three times and can’t get enough of it.

Loved the gardens the most, especially the rock garden with its tunnel and nearby hedge maze, but also enjoyed the house and animals at the farmyard. Do not bother with the audio guide if you go to the house - the cards in each room are actually much more informative yet concise.

Absolutely wonderful. The farm shop is a little pricey, but the produce is good. The grounds are excellent. (The roads are busy, & people do speed a little, if you let your doggie off lead, beware!)Lovely afternoon there.

Fantastic place to visit. Lots of history and culture, beautiful gardens to explore with hidden gems for the kids like the rock garden to climb on and the maze to explore. Would recommend to visit the house early as it can become busy. The staff are very knowledgeable and always happy to answer any questions or give you background information. Most of the house and ground is wheelchair accessible. Parking is £5.

The extensive Christmas market is on now and the house is decorated with an advent calendar theme during the next few weeks. There are also music and light displays through the garden, we really enjoyed this from dusk onwards. Easily a full day of adventure with food and drink available in restaurants and market stalls. I was wet when we went, they have provided a walkway which helps, we would recommend walking boots or Wellies!

It was fantastic. Very well organised despite being extremely busy. Even with the wet weather we have experienced of late, they kept us out of the wet.The house was beautiful, garden light display exceptional. The market was a nice visit. If doing the lights, the darker the better.Enjoy!

Chatsworth House is a beautiful, picturesque and grand stately home that is worthy of a day out with family.We went to visit the Christmas decorations at the house and illuminated trail around the garden. It is highly recommend to do both in the winter months.There is also a farm on the estate, which children will enjoy. Also, there is a cafe that serves a good selection of food.

Always a lovely visit. The Christmas decor was stunning. Lovely lights in the garden . Carriage house cafe always nice. Only downside in the cafe is paying for the hot food whilst waiting for everyone ordering hot drinks . Can be a while. Food nice but much nicer hot.

I have no words to describe the grandeur of this place. Not only the architecture of this stately home is spellbinding but the gardens are a thing of beauty too. To top it off all the staff are warm, welcoming and happy to share countless stories. I am already planning on visiting Chatsworth House again in the summer.

Absolutely beautiful area, the staff here have managed to absolutely nail the traffic in and out of the house to streamline the process and make everything run as smoothly as possible. All of the little shops are fantastic and the food is great. There's plenty of beautiful spots to photograph in the garden. We can't wait to come back.

Fabulous place to visit. Highly recommend just coming for a whole day to explore the gardens, you'd need the time to do so properly. Beautiful!

An impressive stately home set in acres of open land. I decided to visit the house first as the weather was rainy and wretched.It was expensive to park and buy a separate entry totalling about £40. I learned later that one of the Dukes had died unexpectedly early without a will and so the estate incurred huge death duties which took seventeen years to pay off. As a result, the estate was put into a charitable trust, so, with no other income source, all charges for entry and parking now pay for the maintenance of the building.The first few rooms I found dark and not well curated. However, it all came alive when I engaged with one of the room guides. For half an hour it opened up the richness of the family, the evolution of the building works and much more.I was struck by the Delft china tulip holders and some exquisite line drawings.As the weather improved I had a bite to eat at the refurbished stables.The gardens are worth much longer to visit than I had. The peach glasshouses, the parterres and learning about the gifted head gardener, Paxton, who designed the gardens; as a great horticulturist, he developed the Paxton banana, which the world eats in billions every year.A good day out.

Having been to many stately places over the years this one is probably the exemplar. The gardens and house were tremendous. The staff were really knowledgeable and friendly. I'm so pleased to have visited and recommend it to anyone who hasn't been and is in the area.

Really gorgeous house and gardens. The guides inside the house were very helpful and knowledgeable, so I recommend turning to them if you have any questions about the house at all. The Cascade is currently closed (April 2024) but otherwise the gardens were a joy to walk around :) Really dog-friendly as well!

What an amazing place, it was my wife that really wanted to go but in the end we both really enjoyed this stunning stately home. Well worth visiting, the land around it is also amazing to walk around, and although the food is ridiculously priced it is amazing, take a little trip up the road from the house to the Chatsworth farm shop where the shop and cafe are also amazing, amazing guides at the house and lovely staff at the farm shop, all on all an amazing day out.

We visited when the house was close but was able to walk around the grounds. Parking was free due to the time of year. Staff friendly in the gift shop. Toilets open. Plenty of walking area. Beautiful building and very scenic!

Fantastic stately home with excellent tours. The tasters tour of the interior is very interesting, and the buggy tour of the garden is not to be missed if you can't walk far or don't have the time to walk the gardens. Staff is well-trained and clearly enjoy their jobs.

Well worth a visit and lots to do and see. We walked the large grounds, visited the house which is a testament to wealth, and checked out the gardens. We did not have time for the farm or the farm shop, maybe next time.

What an outstanding place to visit. Buildings and grounds are extremely well kept. A big shout out to the staff all are kind ,caring and knowledgeable. Having visited with my elderly in-laws, we hired 2 mobility scooters and after a walk around the house the staff bought the scooters up to the exit to the building for my in-laws to explore the grounds. Many thanks and highly recommend

The place certainly is grandiose and the large estate grounds offer plenty of walking potential for those who wish to explore.The interior of the house is eye opening, with a lot of the rooms kept as intact as possible, with guides around to answer any questions you may have of the former occupants or the decor.The grounds are very well kept, with a rockery, maze, greenhouses and gardens available to you to explore. Visiting in the springtime provided a lot of greenery and spring flowers amongst the grounds, providing some breathtaking views.Would highly recommend a visit, a few negatives what with the ticket price being on the pricier side, and on-site food being quite pricey (e.g. £7.99 pickle and cheese sandwiches, £3.50 bottles of Coca Cola, £4.99 slice of flapjack!)

I've never been to a more incredibly opulent British stately home. It has an impressive presence as you catch sight of it from the drive, and even the stables could be a fine aristocratic home. I have visited palaces and not seen so much beautiful splendour. I highly recommend a visit inside the house, and a wander around the gardens. The house sits down amongst the hills with panoramic views on all sides of classic English countryside. There are plenty of places to eat at the property. My tip is to gift aid your ticket as we received a voucher back for over £15 to spend in the cafes or shops. It meant our lunch was only £11. There is a small farmyard and adventure playground for children, plenty of parking and I'm sure it would be a great family day out. There is a warm building in the farmyard to eat a picnic if it's raining. This place was on my 'bucket list' of places to visit, and it lived up to expectations.

As a huge pride and prejudice fan I had to come! Staff was lovely, we went before Christmas and they were preparing the house for the festivities.. so it was even more magical! There is also a more modern area where you can see some modern art, but I personally preferred more the older side.