Cottages in Edale

Enjoy a leisurely holiday at the Peak District National Park. Derbyshire’s charming Edale is an idyllic village known for being home to Pennine Way, the UK’s first national park. Travellers come to Edale each year seeking the expansive beauty of its natural scenery and serene hiking trails. Nestled in the valley east of Manchester and south of Leeds, you’ll enjoy local festivals, an abundance of caverns and picturesque heritage cottages. These listings can be found throughout the Peak District, especially in Edale and nearby Castleton.

Traditional brick walled cottages provide a unique, immersive experience in the Peak District. Your sightseeing trip begins as soon as you arrive with gardens all around and breathtaking views to take in. These self-catering, scenic cottages feature a fireplace, full kitchen, and cosy living room with a modern, comfortable design. The surroundings are so picturesque, you won’t want to leave! Couples, solo travellers, and groups will find just the right accommodations for an incredible stay.

There are several caves with ancient history to unravel while you’re gawking at the sites. Speedwell Cavern takes you on a boat through the underground river until you reach the featured Cathedral cavern and bottomless pit lake. Miners still harvest beautiful stones to this day at Blue John Cavern’s stunning waterfall cavern. Treak Cliff Cavern also boasts Blue John stone and awesome stalactite formations. Check out the rock polishing workshop where you can polish your own Blue John stone right next to the Treak Cliff Cavern. Peak Cavern is another fantastic nearby cave worth visiting.

Edale is in the Peak National Park area, surrounded by breathtaking views, beckoning hikers to take a closer look. Jacob’s Ladder is one of those amazing trails leading climbers into the hills and vales on carved stone steps covering 268 miles from Derbyshire into Scotland. The area dates back to the 1600s and is a lovely hike. Wyming Brook Nature Reserve offers wildlife viewing while strolling through footpaths and climbing craggy cliffs. The babbling brooks and moss covered rocks are a delightful sight while hiking, and you may see many birds that roost here as well.

Learn all about the history and importance of Moorlands at the visitor centre. While in the area, you’ll discover hamlets, called booths, tucked away in the hills. Castleton, founded by William Peveril son of William the Conqueror, is another epic area to explore for history buffs. Don’t miss the Peveril Castle, built in 1086 by its namesake. Planning a trip before the summer? Catch the magical Castleton Garland Day. Taking place every year on the 29th of May, travellers will witness a re-enactment of the procession of the king as well as music and dancing in the village.

Chapel-en-le-Frith, which means forest, was first established in the late 1100s overlooking the High Peak of Derbyshire district with spectacular views. It was originally a hunting lodge, but with its strategic location quickly became a bustling town. There are many ancient buildings to explore, including the church, and interesting historical facts to unravel.

Stanage Edge is a hiker’s dream for panoramic views and a challenging climb. Robin Hood’s cave is just below the peak and difficult to find, so be patient. When you find it, there’s much to explore, including carvings from the 20th century.

Alpacas are gentle animals, which makes visiting them a perfect outing for children. Mayfield Alpaca Animal Park in Sheffield has over 40 acres of walking trails overlooking the Mayfield Valley where the alpacas, llamas, exotic birds, meerkats, and more can be seen. The on-site café offers hot and cold food for refreshment as well.

This popular looped walking path is paved in stone to enable hikers’ easy passage to the most epic views in Edale. There are two caves along the way, Blue John Cavern and Windy Knoll to enjoy as well. Capture some lovely selfies and Instagram shots for sharing memorable moments.

Eyam Museum houses life-changing historical accounts of events that affected the world of the 1600s through the present day. The Black plague arrived unexpectedly, but community cooperation to self-quarantine kept it from spreading. A century later, Wain’s inventions restored the wealth of the community and reconfirmed its importance.

Be a part of the renaissance of old-fashioned British market culture by shopping at one of the proud markets in the Peak’s District and Derbyshire. Bakewell, active since the 14th century, is the largest including clothing, toys, food, and produce. Chesterfield’s Thursday market is a lovely affair offering vintage, antiques, and much more.

Edale officially has two restaurants, and a pub. Penny Pot Café serves delicious drinks, typical soups, sandwiches, and breakfast. The Nag’s Head Pub, built in 1577, offers old-world charm paired with awesome views of the park district. The food includes local traditional dishes, vegan, and gluten-free options in large portions coupled with delicious hand-pulled ales, ciders and more.