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Chatsworth House in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Courtesy of Derby City Council - Tourist Information Office

Chatsworth House

Chatsworth House, stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, is also known as the "Palace of the Peak". In addition to art treasures, it has a beautiful 105-acre garden and a working farmyard which is great fun for kids.

14 Mar - 23 Dec 2010 (annual) - Chatsworth House, Bakewell

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Taking in the spectacular view of the Peak District from the top of Whinstone Lee Tor. Courtesy of Visit Britain

Peak District National Park

Located in Derbyshire, the Peak District is Britain's oldest national park, with many great locations for walking, climbing, cycling and bird-watching. The park's website offers plenty of advice on places to visit and activities to try.

Daily - Peak District National Park

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Donington Park

Set in the heart of the East Midlands, Donington Park is one of Britain's most popular racing circuits. It hosts several exhibitions and events throughout the year, but is best-known for being the home of the British Motorcycle Grand Prix.

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View from the bridge. © The Chatsworth House Trust

International Horse Trials

Chatsworth, stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, welcomes the best riders in the country every May to compete in its International Horse Trials. Testing both rider and steed to their limits, it makes for a great day out.

May 2010 (annual) - Chatsworth House, Bakewell

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Well, they're having a good time! © CAMRA, Real Ale Campaign

CAMRA Summer Beer Festival

Derby is the Real Ale capital of England, and local producers come out in force for the annual CAMRA Summer Beer Festival. The Assembly Rooms are mobbed by beer-lovers eager to sample the scores of real ales on offer.

Jul 2010 (annual) - Assembly Rooms & Guildhall Theatre, Derby

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Bloodstock Open-Air Metal Festival, Walton-on-Trent. Photo by Patrick Cusse, courtesy of the Noise Cartel

Bloodstock Open-Air Metal Festival

Bloodstock Open-Air Metal Festival is a mecca for metal heads. The number one UK heavy rock event presents a host of international metal bands outdoors at Catton Hall in Walton-on-Trent.

Aug 2010 (annual) - Catton Hall & Park, Walton-on-Trent

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