Walk, cycle or go caving in the Peak District and stop off in Bakewell, Buxton, Matlock Bath and Chatsworth House. Cultural Derby is the UK’s most central city.
Leicestershire
Historical Leicestershire has Bosworth Battlefield, Elizabethan castles and Roman ruins. Explore the National Space Centre, Twycross Zoo and sample Red Leicester.
Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire has a historical county town, bustling seaside resorts, scenic waterways, nature reserves, stone-built towns and sleepy fenland villages.
Lincolnshire Wolds
Inspirational to many writers and artists, this sparsely populated Midlands area of rolling hills, gentle streams, green fields and thick hedgerows buzzing with local wildlife, offers a great wealth of attractions.
Northamptonshire
Rose of the Shires, featuring thatched cottaged villages, market towns and miles of countryside walks. Discover stately homes, explore tranquil waterways or experience motor racing at Silverstone!
Nottinghamshire
Home of Robin Hood, DH Lawrence and Lord Byron. City of Literature, Nottingham, is the bustling hub; venture into the surrounding countryside and you'll discover historic towns, stately homes and Sherwood Forest!
Peak District
Spiritual home of free access to the countryside, with over 1,600 miles of rights of way across ‘White Peak’ and ‘Dark Peak’, the Peak District is one of the UK's most visited national parks.
Rutland
England’s smallest county attracts numerous visitors with its verdant countryside, pretty villages, country pubs and superb local produce. Rutland Water provides active pursuits and Oakham is a shopping hotspot, with a castle!