Days Out - Destinations

The largest market in the Derbyshire Dales, Bakewell Market  has over 100 regular stalls. The stall market dates from the 1920's although markets and fairs have been held in Bakewell since the 1300's when Henry III granted William Gernon, Lord of Bakewell the right to hold a fifteen day fair in May.The current day market, held every Monday, 9am-4pm on the Market Place and Granby Road - has a wide variety of goods including clothes, bed linen, sho...more info

A place of poetry and culture, Ledbury is big enough to be bustling and vibrant, a market town with a unique feel. At the centre of Ledbury is the Black and White Grade 1 listed Market Hall and is one of the finest examples in England.  

 Wander the historic streets and stroll up tiny alleys  to find Ledbury’s irresistable array of independent shops.  Mooch around art galleries and bookshops, womenswear boutiqu...more info

The Black Boy public house has been independently owned by the Rigby family since 1993.

Only minutes from the NEC and the village of Knowle, its great location next to the Grand Union Canal offers diners a unique opportunity to relax in the expansive garden and admire canal life while enjoying wholesome food.

Enjoy a delicious 2 course amply portioned meal followed by a visit to The Blue Diamond Melbicks Garden Centre.

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