Over Haddon near Bakewell in the Derbyshire Peak District Over Haddon Accommodation and Information Guide Over Haddon is a small village situated in the Derbyshire Peak District, near Bakewell, over looking Lathkill Dale and the River Lathkill. The village contains about 100 houses, a pub, a village hall and a church. The Church of St Anne, built in 1880, built to an unusual Gothic design, is part of the same parish as Bakewell. An extension, housing a vestry, toilet and small kitchen, was dedicated on St Anne's Day 2001. St Anne's churchyard is possibly the best place in the village to admire the outstanding views across the valley towards Youlgrave. The churchyard contains the grave of Sir Maurice Oldfield, who was born in the village and who was the Head of the Secret Intelligence Service from 1973 to 1978. On a wall of St Anne's church is a sundial, made of Welsh gray slate by David Kindersley and Associates , produced as a memorial to a Janet Wadsworth The engraved inscription reads "Teach me Thy love to know: That this new light, which now I see. May both the work and workman show: Then by a sunne-beam I will climbe to Thee." The Lathkill Hotel is a comfortable hotel with superb views over Lathkill Dale nature reserve. It was originally known as the Miners Arms and there has been a pub on the site for hundreds of years. Good value, home cooked bar food and reasonable range of real ales. There is a family dining area, open lunchtimes. Can be busy in the summer. Walkers welcome. The main industries in the past were sheep grazing and lead mining. One can still see the remains of an old aqueduct and pump house used to keep the mines drained and the paths the miners used are still visible. There was even a gold rush in 1854 when gold was found in one of the mines. It did not last long as quantities of gold found were very small. Information on the Over Haddon Village Hall can be found at www.ohvh.co.uk Holiday Accommodation in Over Haddon Burton Manor Farm Holiday Cottages - Burton Manor Farm has six self-catering holiday cottages created out of converted former farm buildings, situated on a traditional working family farm near Over Haddon, Bakewell, in the heart of the Peak District National Park. The cottages are equipped to a high standard and enjoy an elevated position offering exceptional views as well as providing an ideal base for visitors to the Peak District National Park. Sleeps 2 - 8 Read more at Burton Manor Farm Holiday Cottages Rose Cottage - Rose Cottage at Over Haddon near Bakewell is a charming yet unusual, traditional mid terrace stone cottage which has been recently re-equipped and furnished. It has parts dating back to the 17th Century, it is full of character, yet with a modern fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is ideal for one or two couples or could suit a family but not with young children. Read more at Rose Cottage at Over Haddon Westmorland House B&B - Excellent four star accommodation and warm welcome waiting at this lovely B&B, a short level walk by park / riverside (5 minutes) to Bakewell town centre. Two, clean and bright double en-suite bedrooms. A small seating area is located adjacent the entrance to enjoy the seasonal potted plants and flowers. One parking space per couple provided on drive. Read more at Westmorland House B&B Wyedale House B&B - Situated in Bakewell a warm welcome awaits you at Wyedale Bed and Breakfast where David and Gill offer comfortable accommodation, along with a full English or vegetarian breakfast. We offer a choice of three rooms all of which are tastefuly decorated and have en-suite facilities Ashford Arms -The Ashford Arms offers good quality yet reasonably priced Bed and Breakfast accommodation at Ashford in the Water close to Bakewell, in the centre of the Peak District. We have eight bedrooms each with en-suite bath or shower, washbasin and WC, tea and coffee making facilities, TV and radios. Read more at Ashford Arms Haddon Grove Farm Cottages - A newly-renovated luxury farmhouse and 10 cottages with indoor heated swimming pool in 2 acres of landscaped grounds with fantastic views over Lathkill Dale and the surrounding countryside. With space for over 50 people, Haddon Grove is perfect for families, groups and get-togethers as well as couples. Read more at Haddon Grove Farm Cottages Bolehill Farm B&B Accommodation - Bolehill Farm B&B accommodation near Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District has some stunning views towards Lathkill Dale. B&B accommodation Bolehill Farm Holiday Cottages - Self Catering Cottages - This charming collection of eight stone cottages sleeping from 2-5 is situated in a superb rural location in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Castle Cliffe Guest House at Monsal Head near Bakewell is set amidst the stunning scenery of the National Park, Castle Cliffe is an ideal base from which to explore the many sites and activities of The Peak District. See Castle Cliffe Ruskins Guest House is situated at the head of Monsal Dale overlooking the famous Monsal viaduct. It comprises 9 luxurious bedrooms (all ensuite) Read more Ruskins Valley View Guest House - Valley View is a detached private house offering pleasant comfortable 4 Star Silver Award accommodation, in the hamlet of Calver, which is situated upon the river Derwent, in the heart of the Peak District National Park. It makes an ideal base for walking, sightseeing, cycling, and rock climbing. It is a pet friendly establishment with plenty of private parking and children over 12 are welcome. Read more at Valley View Bed & Breakfast Merman Barn 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 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 Monks Retreat Holiday Cottages - Situated in the beautiful village of Millers Dale, near Tideswell in the heart of the Derbyshire Peak District. 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 Middle Farm Holiday Cottages at Bushfield - Brushfield is on the Edge of Monsal Dale and lies on a sunny south facing hillside high above Taddington Dale. Set in the midst of the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District, Middle Farm Holiday Cottages have outstanding views across open landscapes. It is an idyllic setting providing peace and tranquility. We have two holiday cottages. Maigold Cottage sleeps 4. Albertine Barn sleeps 8. Read more at Middle Farm Holiday Cottages The Forge at Middleton by Youlgrave - The Forge Holiday Cottage is set in a quiet location at the heart of Middleton-by-Youlgrave, a small picturesque village at the head of Middleton Dale. It is an excellent base for exploring the White Peak area by foot, cycle or car and, for those simply wishing to relax it offers the peace and quiet of the unspoilt English countryside. There is a well equipped children's playground nearby. Sleeps 5/6. 4 Star rating. Read more at The Forge at Middleton by Youlgrave Barm Farm Camping, Caravaning and Camping Barns - Situated at Birchover near Bakewell, the campsite is extremely popular with all ages whom many visit more than two times a year. With offering seasonal caravan pitches many people will leave there caravan here all season and use it as a second home visiting very regularly to make great use of a true beauty spot. Read more at Barm Farm Camping, Caravaning and Camping Barns For more Peak District information try Peak District Holiday Guide - Peak District Accommodation, Activities and Attractions For accommodation in the Derbyshire Peak District try Derbyshire and Peak District Accommodation and Peak District Accommodation For some excellent photographs of Lathkill Dale and surroundinf area please visit Derbyshire and Peak District Photographs

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