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.
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Bah Humbug – Oh Dickens it’s Christmas at Chatsworth
November 23, 2017
Charles Dickens, Chatsworth, Christmas, Derbyshire, Peak District,What the Dickens! It's Christmas at Chatsworth House and once again there is the most spectacular display of Christmas cheer, with just a few bah humbugs thrown in. With book characters as your guide the spirit of Christmases past will be upon you! The theme for this year’s Christmas celebrations at Chatsworth House is the famed Victorian author and social critic Charles Dickens. His epic stories, vivid characters and detailed description of contemporary life are unforgettable. His novels have become much loved classics including, Ol...
A day out at Ashbourne Artisan Market
October 31, 2017
#LoveLocal, Artisan producers, Ashbourne, Christmas, Derbyshire, Market, Peak District,A bustling, vibrant market is nothing new in Ashbourne; the town was originally granted a market charter way back in in 1257. Today the tradition continues with a thriving Artisan Market held on the second Sunday of the month. Ashbourne became a prosperous and fashionable social centre for the wealthy during the Georgian period, with six coaching roads meeting here, including the route from London to Carlisle. The market place was originally much larger than the cobbled square where the current market is held, but there is still space fo...
Christmas Gifts inspired by The Peak District
December 12, 2016
#LoveLocal, Artisan producers, Christmas, Derbyshire, Eco, Food and drink, Local, Peak District, Recycling, Uncategorized,Christmas is just round the corner so to help you get Christmas all wrapped up we have handpicked some gorgeous gift ideas inspired by our beautiful Peak District – things that are produced locally here in the Derbyshire hills, some of which are utterly unique! We #LoveLocal and are sure you will be inspired by our Christmas selection Top 10 Christmas gifts 1. Pet Pawtraits Our pets hold a special place in our hearts. Why not capture your pet to perfection with a “pawtrait” from local photographer Ruth Downing? Ruth of Rural Picture...
Christmas at Chatsworth
November 11, 2016
Chatsworth, Christmas, Derbyshire, History, Peak District, Uncategorized,Here is a sneeky peek at the enchanting winter wonderland created for Christmas at Chatsworth House this year, inspired by the time-honoured classic, ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ by ETA Hoffmann. The stunning, sparkling Christmas decorations are enhanced by the historic backdrop of Chatsworth House. I particularly loved the sparkling suspended snowflakes in the Chapel. Why not get into the festive spirit and join in Clara's adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince? The Nutcracker story It all begins on Christma...
Top 10 Christmas gifts inspired by the Peak District
December 9, 2015
Accessible Holidays, Animals, Artisan producers, Chatsworth, Christmas, Derbyshire, Eco, Fashion, Food and drink, Holidays, Hot Tub, Local, log-fired sauna, Peak District, sauna, self catering holiday, watercolour painting,Christmas shopping is simple when you know what to buy, but it can be a nightmare when you are lacking ideas! We #LoveLocal and are sure you will too, so to help you get creative I have put together some gorgeous gift ideas inspired by our beautiful Peak District - things that are produced locally here in the Derbyshire hills, some of which are utterly unique! Top 10 Christmas gifts 1. Surprise the love of your life with a real gem of a gift, a unique Blue John stone - a word exclusive semi precious mineral that can only be found within the...







