What to do in Hope Valley

Activities, attractions and tours

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What to do in Hope Valley

Popular places to visit

Ladybower Reservoir

Ladybower Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ladybower Reservoir during your travels in Hope Valley. Visit the spas and cosy cafes in this quaint area.

Ladybower Reservoir
Blue John Cavern

Blue John Cavern

Explore the great outdoors at Blue John Cavern and enjoy the beautiful countryside during your trip to Hope Valley. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Blue John Cavern
Speedwell Cavern

Speedwell Cavern

Explore the great outdoors at Speedwell Cavern, a lovely green space in Hope Valley. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Speedwell Cavern
Peveril Castle

Peveril Castle

Peveril Castle is just one of the places to see in Castleton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Peveril Castle
Longshaw Country Park

Longshaw Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Longshaw Country Park, a lovely green space in Hope Valley. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Longshaw Country Park

Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill

You can take time to visit Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill during your travels to Edale. Visit the top-notch restaurants or cosy cafes in this walkable area.

Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill

Peak Cavern

Explore the great outdoors at Peak Cavern, a lovely green space in Castleton. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Peak Cavern

Eyam Hall

Learn about the local history of Eyam when you take a trip to Eyam Hall. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Eyam Hall

Derwent Dam Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Derwent Dam Museum during your travels in Hope Valley. Discover the entertainment choices and spas in this quaint area.

Derwent Dam Museum

Day trip destinations from Hope Valley

Sheffield Town Hall which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Sheffield

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Baslow

Photo by Jason Abdi

High Peak

Photo "Calver" by Peter Barr (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Peter Barr (CC BY-SA)

Calver

Photo by Jason Abdi

Stoney Middleton

Frequently asked questions

Is Hope Valley worth visiting?
Hope Valley has an interesting mix of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into the outdoors, history or local culinary flavours, there's a lot to enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Hope Valley?
After you've checked off popular attractions like Peak Cavern and Blue John Cavern, spend some time experiencing Hope Valley's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hope Valley?
The top tourist attraction in Hope Valley is Peak Cavern, so make sure to include it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Hope Valley?
You can easily visit top attractions like Peak Cavern, Blue John Cavern and Speedwell Cavern with a three-day escape to Hope Valley. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a bit longer and venture to Greater Manchester.
Is Hope Valley a walkable city?
With awesome attractions like Ladybower Reservoir in the area, Hope Valley is very much a place to enjoy on foot. Like to visit some vibrant neighbourhoods within walking distance of downtown? Bamford is around 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Hope Valley with kids?
Planning what to do in Hope Valley with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or little ones, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions to keep them happy here.

What to do in Hope Valley for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Hope Valley, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Eyam Museum or Peak Volumes.
Are there free things to do in Hope Valley?
From checking out parks to wandering around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Hope Valley. If you're looking for inspiration, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Ladybower Reservoir is a must for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.