Castleton village stands at the head of the Vale of Hope at the heart of the Peak District National Park. It is surrounded on 3 sides by steep hills, one of which, Mam Tor, supports the remains of a Celtic hill fort. All the roads and winding paths in Castleton lead to the main street and the village green is flanked by traditional Derbyshire limestone buildings. Although there are six pubs, cafes and many gift shops selling trinkets fashioned from Blue John, it is on the surrounding hills and what lies underneath them that lures many visitors to Castleton. Overlooking the village stands Peveril Castle gifted to William Peveril by his father, William the Conqueror, in 1086. Beneath the hills lie the 4 show caves that just beg to be explored. Peak Cavern lies beneath Peveril Castle and is the largest opening in Britain, celebrating the work of rope makers. In Blue John Cavern and Treak Cliff Cavern visitors can see the Blue John Fluorspar in its natural splendour. Enter Speedwell Cavern if you dare, a place rich with stories of hundred year old murders. This cave is explored by boat and culminates with a look into the “Bottomless Pit”.
Attraction
Blue John Craft Shop and Museum
Peak Cavern
Treak Cliff Cavern
Cottage
Calico Cottage
Cotton Cottage
Laburnum Cottage
Pub and Bar
Castle
George
Old Nags Head
Peaks Inn
Restaurant
Castle
George
Old Nags Head
Peaks Inn
Ye Old Nags Head
Shops
The Three Roofs Cafe
Peverill Store
Causeway House Crafts
Blue John Craft Shop
Gallery Ice
Places to Stay near Castleton
Causeway House (0.06 miles)
Come and Stay in our delightful 15th Century Cruck CottageCauseway House is a gem. Comfortable accommodation with all the conveniences of the 21st century in a 15th century cruck cottage ... More
Innkeepers Lodge (0.11 miles)
Denewood (0.15 miles)
A first class welcome awaits you at our family home. This recently renovated property offers 2 en-suite rooms with TV, tea and coffee, hairdryer etc. Breakfast is offered at ... More
Swiss House (0.17 miles)
Swiss House, Castleton, Derbyshire, offers bed & breakfast accommodation in the heart of the Peak District National Park. We, Mary and Martha Holmes, run Swiss House personally and It is our aim to provide you with ... More | visit website
Four Seasons (0.17 miles)
Four Seasons is a fresh take on Bed and Breakfast. All rooms have been refurbished to the highest standards. Owners, Al and Jenny pride themselves on providing a warm and ... More
The Samuel Fox Country Inn (1.45 miles)
The Samuel Fox Country Inn is situated in the pretty village of Bradwell. The building underwent a full refurbishment in July 2008 making it modern and stylish while still retaining ... More
Twitchill Farm Cottages (1.55 miles)
Losehill House Hotel (1.70 miles)
We are proud to reveal the best-kept secret in the Peak District. Along a leafy lane and almost by chance you’ll happen across somewhere rather special…Its name is Losehill House.
The Hotel & Spa occupies a ... More | visit website
The Rambler Inn (2.35 miles)
Yorkshire Bridge Inn (3.36 miles)
Yorkshire Bridge Inn is privately owned and has so much to offer for visitors to the Peak ... More | visit website
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