Litton is a small but spacious attractive village, situated in Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park, at 1000ft above sea level, 4 miles North West of Bakewell.

Litton has an attractive village green with its ancient cross and village stocks, surrounded by an equally attractive collection of stone built cottages dating mostly from the 17th and 18th centuries.

There are many scattered remains of lead mining and small limestone workings near the village. Some of these have been adapted as picnic sites by the Peak District National Park as part of their extensive operations to return eyesores in the dale to a state of natural beauty and provide public amenities there.

William Bagshawe (1628-1702) was born in Litton. He was a non-conformist minister who later became the vicar of Glossop and earned the title 'Apostle of the Peak'. After the Restoration of Charles 11 as king, Bagshawe, and others like him were forced from their living, and despite having several warrants issued against him, he continued his ministry from the houses of his supporters. He is buried in the chancel of Chapel -en-le Frith Church.

The combined school, church and library was built by Canon Samuel Andrews, Vicar of nearby Tideswell, in 1865, and Christ Church, designed by W.H.R Blacking, standing aloof from the main street, is a modern construction, built in 1929.

Litton Mill, some distance away was founded as a cotton mill in 1782 and has an infamous history of mis treatment of its young apprentices, many of whom died, especially when under the cruel direction of Ellis Needham & Co. It is now a derelict building still standing by the River Wye.

Litton has an annual Well Dressing festival, which incorporates a Wakes festival. The Red Lion public house is a popular pub in the centre of the village.

Accommodation in Litton

Beacon House B&B : Peacefully situated on the outskirts of the village, Beacon House is a working farm, small-holding standing 1,000 feet above sea level, commanding glorious views over Cressbrook/Tansley Dale and Peter’s Stone. Litton Village is a 5 minute walk, where there is a friendly pub, which serves reasonably priced bar snacks.

Our four star accommodation consists of two spacious double en-suite bedrooms with colour TV’s, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers, clock radio, small fridge and both rooms have central heating. Guests have a private lounge room available to them, where breakfast is also served.

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Monks Retreat Holiday Cottages - Spacious, beamed, quiet but not too isolated, lovingly maintained, and overlooking some of the most spectacular scenery in the Peak Park, the cottages are situated where Millers Dale meets Monks Dale - a conservation area of outstanding natural beauty, renowned for its excellent walking with a network of paths leading directly from the door. There are paths of all grades from very easy to more challenging past towering limestone cliffs and along peaceful rivered dales. Our farm trail leads to a ridge walk with views of 7 dales. Read more at Monks Retreat Holiday Cottages

Riverside House Holiday Cottages - Four star self catering accommodation in heart of Peak District sleeping up to 12. Lovely river views, walks from door, inlcuding Miller's Dale and Monsal Dale, shops 2 miles, pub one mile. Pet and child friendly. Safe garden, off street parking, games room, BBQ, log burning stove, huge lounge, loads of dining space and very well equipped kitchen and separate utility. Nearby Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Buxton and lots more! Read more at Riverside House at Litton Mill near Tideswell

Millers Dale Holiday Cottages - Situated in the beautiful village of Millers Dale, near Tideswell in the heart of the Derbyshire Peak District.

The singing birds in the tranquil hills welcome you to one of the most beautiful places in the country. Millers Dale is situated on the River Wye in the heart of the Peak District, hugged by breathtaking views and the opportunity to experience nature at its best all year round. Read more at Millers Dale Holiday Cottages

Rockingham Lodge B&B - Nick & Gill Brelsford welcome you to Rockingham Lodge, an Eighteenth Century former Inn, ideally located for walkers or cyclists.

All of our three rooms have flat screen televisions and tea and coffee making faciltities and there is a large guest lounge available at all times for the use of guests with a wood burning stove for those colder winter nights. Read more at Rockingham Lodge Bed & Breakfast

The Retreat in the Peaks - A cosy 3-bedroomed, 200-year old terraced holiday cottage at Tideswell in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Newly renovated and now available for holiday lets throughout 2009/2010. Three bedrooms, 2 doubles + 1 single sleeps 5 guests Read more at The Retreat in the Peaks at Tideswell

Merman Barn B&B is a converted limestone barn on the quiet outskirts of Tideswell, only a short walk from the village centre. There is private parking for up to 6 cars at the rear of the property and a walled garden in which guests can relax.

Merman barn is a high quality B&B where Linda and Andrew offer a warm welcome, good food, 3 en suite comfortable rooms and a guest lounge. There is a quiet area for Internet access, private parking and a walled garden. We welcome walkers and cyclists. Read more at Merman Barn Bed & Breakfast

Number 6 Litton Mill - is a superb spacious ground floor apartment situated in an historic mill building in a wonderful location in the heart of the Peak District close to Buxton and Tideswell. This quality apartment offers very well equipped and stylish accommodation, including an enormous master suite with super king-size bed, en-suite corner bath and large TV. The other two bedrooms each benefit from an en-suite, while many rooms in this apartment enjoy views over the river, water wheel pit or waterfall. The open plan living area of this Peak District self catering apartment is perfect for groups, with the kitchen area kept stylishly separate by a glass partition, and a sitting area just made for relaxing after a day spent exploring the area. Sleeps 6 Read more at Number 6 Litton Mill

Palamara Holiday Cottage - Palamara is a charming, cosy, luxury 4 star rated holiday cottage situated in the beautiful Peak District village of Tideswell. The cottage has two bedrooms, will sleep up to 3 adults and is well equipped to make your holiday complete.

Palamara holiday cottage is short walk from all Tideswell village amenities including excellent pubs, local cafes and quaint shops. With its central position in the heart of the Peak District National Park, the cottage is ideal for exploring and enjoying Buxton, Bakewell, Chatsworth House as well as many other local attractions. The cottage is also ideally placed for enjoying the walking, climbing and cycling of the area. Read more at Palamara Holiday Cottage

Please also visit Derbyshire Photographs for photographs from Litton village