Browse through our blog posts to find out what life is like at Hoe Grange Holidays along with some great ideas for days out in the Peak District.
The cosy home of Mr. and Mrs. Beaver As the days get colder and the nights draw in, there's still plenty to do in Derbyshire. There is a large range of festive events over December, including the famous Christmas decorations at Chatsworth, which are well worth a visit. We headed over to check them out and we can definitely say that this year, the decorations are more spectacular than ever before! The theme is C.S. Lewis' 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' and families are taken on a magical journey through the house, encountering all the ...
Peak Tangent are a group of girls who meet every two weeks and in the summer we like to get out and about to make the most of our stunning Peak District. This week we ventured underground into one of the richest and deepest copper mines. Ecton in the Manifold Valley has been mined probably for much of the last 3500 years, but became famous as one of the highest grade and productive copper mines in the World during the 18th century under the ownership of the Chatsworth Estate. It is said that the fifth Duke of Devonshire made such a huge pro...
David and I attended our first world Premier tonight! Get Here sung by Chelsea Redfern The red carpet film premier was held in the private theatre at the magnificent Chatsworth House. An inspiring room with a beautifully painted ceiling, for the launch of an inspiring film showcasing all that our amazing Peak District has to offer. The emotive soundtrack was recorded by Lady Manners School Orchestra with the hugely talented singer Chelsea Redfern, of X Factor fame. Wow, what a powerful voice, it sent a tingle down your spine! View the video ...
Hoe Grange Holidays is situated in the spectacular Peak District close to many of the most interesting and impressive visitor attractions on offer. One of the most spectacular is Chatsworth House decorated for the festive season, alight with candles, coloured baubles, stunning swags and with the Great Dining Room glowing and laid up for a stupendous festive feast. A festive feast fit for a King Glittering gold Chatsworth offers many festive activities to keep everyone amused from wreath making workshops, to carol concerts, the house at Twilig...
Tourism Minister John Penrose and Derbyshire Dales MP Patrick McLoughlin tested out the new electric bikes to experience first hand the vital role tourism plays in sustaining and stimulating the area's economy. Mr. Penrose began his Derbyshire visit with a tour of Chatsworth, followed by an informal fact-finding lunch there –including an overview of the tourist board’s current and future activities and plans. Afternoon highlights included a visit to thriving cycle hire and café business Hassop Station, part of the Electric Bike Network, ...