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Meet one of our guides....

Jen Larner          

Born in Essex, Jen has lived in many areas of the country, with a very varied career, mostly in community work projects including running a year-long festival to celebrate John Skelton, setting up a dial-a-ride bus scheme, arranging work placements for students on vocational courses, being a warden at Quaker meeting houses and teaching Esperanto at evening class. 

Jen started doing international folk dancing in her 20's at a time when it was all very new.   She continued this 'circle' dancing wherever she moved to, loving the variety of music and the chance to try out dances from all over the world.  Liking the differences in the dances - from slower, meditative ones to fast and furious!   As a single person Jen appreciates the fact that you don't need a partner, and yet you are not dancing alone but in a supportive group.

Jen really enjoys  seeing people experience circle dancing, usually for the first time, and the process of their assimilating the steps through working as a group and building a sense of community, through laughter as we invent  'variations', and fun!   Jen relishes the challenge of adapting dances for those with more limited mobility, including those confined to chairs, and has done a lot of work in nursing and residential homes. It's very satisfying to see people who thought their dancing days were over moving to stimulating music.

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Our “Stay as You Please” breaks offer the ideal opportunity to explore Willersley Castle Hotel, the Derbyshire Dales and beautiful Peak District.

Our knowledgeable team will be able to assist you with train and bus links or indeed directions to places of interest.

A few suggestions for enjoyable days out are below:

Bakewell

Bakewell is a small market town in the Derbyshire Dales, well known for the local confection Bakewell Pudding(often mistaken for the Bakewell Tart). It is located on theRiver Wye and has interesting shops, cafes and buildings. Many circular walks are start at Bakewell and the town is ideal for an afternoon of strolling.

Chatsworth Estate

A full day can be spent at the Chatsworth Estate with so much to see and do. Chatsworth is a stately home in theDerbyshire Dales, It is the seat of the Duke of Devonshireand has been home to the Cavendish family since 1549.The house, set in expansive parkland and backed by wooded, rocky hills rising to heather moorland, contains a unique collection of priceless paintings, furniture, Old Master drawings, neoclassical sculptures, books and other artefacts. Chatsworth has been selected as the United Kingdom's favorite country house several times.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception.

To add to the Estate, there is also a Farm Park for the younger visitors, farm shop, garden centre and the extensive grounds which you share with sheep and deer.

Eyam, the plague village!

A traditional English village that lies within the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. With a visitor centre, Eyam Hall (National Trust property) and quaint village lanes this is an idyllic place of interest. Many of the old cottages have plaques on showing the plight of those in the village during the time of the plague.

Heights of Abraham

A fun day out for everyone! And it starts on a cable car

Heights of Abraham is a major attraction in Matlock Bath, only a few minute’s drive from Willersley Castle it consists of a hilltop park on top of Masson Hill, accessed by Cable Car from the village. The route is 568 metres (1,864 ft) long and climbs 169 metres (554 ft).. Once on the hilltop there are cavern and mine tours in both Great Masson Cavern and the Great Rutland Cavern, play areas, a visitor centre, stunning views, fossil factory and much more.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception

Castleton

A pretty village with stunning views, interesting gift shops and a visitor centre. This is an ideal starting point for a day’s walking on the High Peak, routes up Cave Dale,Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and Hollins Cross meet near Castleton. While there, there are four "show caves" to visit (one of them by boat) and at least one of them is open all year. Take a look at our guest information in reception for leaflets.

Buxton

Buxton is a spa town close to the county boundary withCheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, and is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". Home to Poole's Cavern, an extensive limestone cavern open to the public, and St Ann's Well, fed by the geothermal spring bottled and sold internationally by Buxton Mineral Water Company. Also in the town is theBuxton Opera House, which hosts several music and theatre festivals each year. With a range of shops, beautiful grounds with Victorian Pavillion and Buxton Crescent it makes an enjoyable and varied day out.

Dovedale

No visit to Derbyshire is complete unless you have taken to the stepping stones in Dovedale, take the day to enjoy the town of Ashbourne before parking at Dovedale and taking an enjoyable flat walk along the dale. Stunning scenery on a riverside walk and the fun of hopping over the stepping stones before heading back. For those more energetic there are many popular marked walks that surround Dove Dale.

Local Walks

We have a full range of short, medium and long walks for your enjoyment available from Hotel reception. 

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

Our “Stay as You Please” breaks offer the ideal opportunity to explore Willersley Castle Hotel, the Derbyshire Dales and beautiful Peak District.

Our knowledgeable team will be able to assist you with train and bus links or indeed directions to places of interest.

A few suggestions for enjoyable days out are below:

Bakewell

Bakewell is a small market town in the Derbyshire Dales, well known for the local confection Bakewell Pudding(often mistaken for the Bakewell Tart). It is located on theRiver Wye and has interesting shops, cafes and buildings. Many circular walks are start at Bakewell and the town is ideal for an afternoon of strolling.

Chatsworth Estate

A full day can be spent at the Chatsworth Estate with so much to see and do. Chatsworth is a stately home in theDerbyshire Dales, It is the seat of the Duke of Devonshireand has been home to the Cavendish family since 1549.The house, set in expansive parkland and backed by wooded, rocky hills rising to heather moorland, contains a unique collection of priceless paintings, furniture, Old Master drawings, neoclassical sculptures, books and other artefacts. Chatsworth has been selected as the United Kingdom's favorite country house several times.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception.

To add to the Estate, there is also a Farm Park for the younger visitors, farm shop, garden centre and the extensive grounds which you share with sheep and deer.

Eyam, the plague village!

A traditional English village that lies within the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. With a visitor centre, Eyam Hall (National Trust property) and quaint village lanes this is an idyllic place of interest. Many of the old cottages have plaques on showing the plight of those in the village during the time of the plague.

Heights of Abraham

A fun day out for everyone! And it starts on a cable car

Heights of Abraham is a major attraction in Matlock Bath, only a few minute’s drive from Willersley Castle it consists of a hilltop park on top of Masson Hill, accessed by Cable Car from the village. The route is 568 metres (1,864 ft) long and climbs 169 metres (554 ft).. Once on the hilltop there are cavern and mine tours in both Great Masson Cavern and the Great Rutland Cavern, play areas, a visitor centre, stunning views, fossil factory and much more.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception

Castleton

A pretty village with stunning views, interesting gift shops and a visitor centre. This is an ideal starting point for a day’s walking on the High Peak, routes up Cave Dale,Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and Hollins Cross meet near Castleton. While there, there are four "show caves" to visit (one of them by boat) and at least one of them is open all year. Take a look at our guest information in reception for leaflets.

Buxton

Buxton is a spa town close to the county boundary withCheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, and is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". Home to Poole's Cavern, an extensive limestone cavern open to the public, and St Ann's Well, fed by the geothermal spring bottled and sold internationally by Buxton Mineral Water Company. Also in the town is theBuxton Opera House, which hosts several music and theatre festivals each year. With a range of shops, beautiful grounds with Victorian Pavillion and Buxton Crescent it makes an enjoyable and varied day out.

Dovedale

No visit to Derbyshire is complete unless you have taken to the stepping stones in Dovedale, take the day to enjoy the town of Ashbourne before parking at Dovedale and taking an enjoyable flat walk along the dale. Stunning scenery on a riverside walk and the fun of hopping over the stepping stones before heading back. For those more energetic there are many popular marked walks that surround Dove Dale.

Local Walks

We have a full range of short, medium and long walks for your enjoyment available from Hotel reception. 

In the whirlwind of family life, we can forget the things that actually matter, such as: having fun together, sharing experiences and simply enjoying each other’s company. The School holidays are always a great time to get away with the family.  Willersley Castle is the perfect opportunity to enjoy your precious time together, here you can enjoy a relaxing holiday with your family and have the benefit of having all of your family needs catered for.

The Children (and staff!) will have a fantastic half term holiday, our holidays encourage your children to use their imagination and gain confidence outdoors. Recreational activities and adventures around Willersley Castle, include team games and mini raft building to float down the River Derwent.

We will venture around the local natural habitat and use the Willersley Nature Trail to engage with our natural surroundings. Let the children explore and discover the textures, colours and sounds surrounding them, from prickly pine needles to furry moss. We will build homes for our own small creatures, hunt for mini beasts, explore around the trees and bird spotting, its hours of outdoor fun.

You can dip your toe in our amazing heated indoor swimming pool, which is open at most times of the day, 15 metres of splash about fun and an organised Pool Party means you can really let your hair down. We have basketball hoops and goal posts so you can even have some fun competitive games. Adults vs Kids is always a winner! (Though often the lose!!)

Teenagers in the family

We will keep them busy, how about high-adrenaline mountain biking through the woods? Or maybe kayaking or climbing, we are in contact with a number of local suppliers who would be happy to provide a safe and friendly environment for your teenagers.

Gullivers Kingdom Theme Park

Willersley Castle works very closely with the family run theme park Gulliver’s Kingdom in Matlock Bath. 

Gulliver’s Kingdom is a theme park that is designed for families with children aged between the ages of 2 and 13.  With a wide range of rides and attractions, from the Western World and pirates play area, to the log flume.

Go Ape – The UKs Number 1 Forest Adventure

At Willersley we can arrange for your family to visit Go Ape, in Buxton or Sherwood Forest, where those who want to live life a little more adventurously, can find their inner Tarzan.  This is a 2 – 3 hour Tree Top Adventure, all of the visitors will receive a safety brief before they fly down zip-wires, leap off Tarzan Swings and tackle aerial crossings.

For those under 10 (minimum Height 1meter) Sherwood Forest offers a Tree Top Adventure for Junior Tarzans.

Our “Stay as You Please” breaks offer the ideal opportunity to explore Willersley Castle Hotel, the Derbyshire Dales and beautiful Peak District.

Our knowledgeable team will be able to assist you with train and bus links or indeed directions to places of interest.

A few suggestions for enjoyable days out are below:

Bakewell

Bakewell is a small market town in the Derbyshire Dales, well known for the local confection Bakewell Pudding(often mistaken for the Bakewell Tart). It is located on theRiver Wye and has interesting shops, cafes and buildings. Many circular walks are start at Bakewell and the town is ideal for an afternoon of strolling.

Chatsworth Estate

A full day can be spent at the Chatsworth Estate with so much to see and do. Chatsworth is a stately home in theDerbyshire Dales, It is the seat of the Duke of Devonshireand has been home to the Cavendish family since 1549.The house, set in expansive parkland and backed by wooded, rocky hills rising to heather moorland, contains a unique collection of priceless paintings, furniture, Old Master drawings, neoclassical sculptures, books and other artefacts. Chatsworth has been selected as the United Kingdom's favorite country house several times.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception.

To add to the Estate, there is also a Farm Park for the younger visitors, farm shop, garden centre and the extensive grounds which you share with sheep and deer.

Eyam, the plague village!

A traditional English village that lies within the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. With a visitor centre, Eyam Hall (National Trust property) and quaint village lanes this is an idyllic place of interest. Many of the old cottages have plaques on showing the plight of those in the village during the time of the plague.

Heights of Abraham

A fun day out for everyone! And it starts on a cable car

Heights of Abraham is a major attraction in Matlock Bath, only a few minute’s drive from Willersley Castle it consists of a hilltop park on top of Masson Hill, accessed by Cable Car from the village. The route is 568 metres (1,864 ft) long and climbs 169 metres (554 ft).. Once on the hilltop there are cavern and mine tours in both Great Masson Cavern and the Great Rutland Cavern, play areas, a visitor centre, stunning views, fossil factory and much more.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception

Castleton

A pretty village with stunning views, interesting gift shops and a visitor centre. This is an ideal starting point for a day’s walking on the High Peak, routes up Cave Dale,Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and Hollins Cross meet near Castleton. While there, there are four "show caves" to visit (one of them by boat) and at least one of them is open all year. Take a look at our guest information in reception for leaflets.

Buxton

Buxton is a spa town close to the county boundary withCheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, and is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". Home to Poole's Cavern, an extensive limestone cavern open to the public, and St Ann's Well, fed by the geothermal spring bottled and sold internationally by Buxton Mineral Water Company. Also in the town is theBuxton Opera House, which hosts several music and theatre festivals each year. With a range of shops, beautiful grounds with Victorian Pavillion and Buxton Crescent it makes an enjoyable and varied day out.

Dovedale

No visit to Derbyshire is complete unless you have taken to the stepping stones in Dovedale, take the day to enjoy the town of Ashbourne before parking at Dovedale and taking an enjoyable flat walk along the dale. Stunning scenery on a riverside walk and the fun of hopping over the stepping stones before heading back. For those more energetic there are many popular marked walks that surround Dove Dale.

Local Walks

We have a full range of short, medium and long walks for your enjoyment available from Hotel reception. 

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

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Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

Our “Stay as You Please” breaks offer the ideal opportunity to explore Willersley Castle Hotel, the Derbyshire Dales and beautiful Peak District.

Our knowledgeable team will be able to assist you with train and bus links or indeed directions to places of interest.

A few suggestions for enjoyable days out are below:

Bakewell

Bakewell is a small market town in the Derbyshire Dales, well known for the local confection Bakewell Pudding(often mistaken for the Bakewell Tart). It is located on theRiver Wye and has interesting shops, cafes and buildings. Many circular walks are start at Bakewell and the town is ideal for an afternoon of strolling.

Chatsworth Estate

A full day can be spent at the Chatsworth Estate with so much to see and do. Chatsworth is a stately home in theDerbyshire Dales, It is the seat of the Duke of Devonshireand has been home to the Cavendish family since 1549.The house, set in expansive parkland and backed by wooded, rocky hills rising to heather moorland, contains a unique collection of priceless paintings, furniture, Old Master drawings, neoclassical sculptures, books and other artefacts. Chatsworth has been selected as the United Kingdom's favorite country house several times.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception.

To add to the Estate, there is also a Farm Park for the younger visitors, farm shop, garden centre and the extensive grounds which you share with sheep and deer.

Eyam, the plague village!

A traditional English village that lies within the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. With a visitor centre, Eyam Hall (National Trust property) and quaint village lanes this is an idyllic place of interest. Many of the old cottages have plaques on showing the plight of those in the village during the time of the plague.

Heights of Abraham

A fun day out for everyone! And it starts on a cable car

Heights of Abraham is a major attraction in Matlock Bath, only a few minute’s drive from Willersley Castle it consists of a hilltop park on top of Masson Hill, accessed by Cable Car from the village. The route is 568 metres (1,864 ft) long and climbs 169 metres (554 ft).. Once on the hilltop there are cavern and mine tours in both Great Masson Cavern and the Great Rutland Cavern, play areas, a visitor centre, stunning views, fossil factory and much more.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception

Castleton

A pretty village with stunning views, interesting gift shops and a visitor centre. This is an ideal starting point for a day’s walking on the High Peak, routes up Cave Dale,Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and Hollins Cross meet near Castleton. While there, there are four "show caves" to visit (one of them by boat) and at least one of them is open all year. Take a look at our guest information in reception for leaflets.

Buxton

Buxton is a spa town close to the county boundary withCheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, and is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". Home to Poole's Cavern, an extensive limestone cavern open to the public, and St Ann's Well, fed by the geothermal spring bottled and sold internationally by Buxton Mineral Water Company. Also in the town is theBuxton Opera House, which hosts several music and theatre festivals each year. With a range of shops, beautiful grounds with Victorian Pavillion and Buxton Crescent it makes an enjoyable and varied day out.

Dovedale

No visit to Derbyshire is complete unless you have taken to the stepping stones in Dovedale, take the day to enjoy the town of Ashbourne before parking at Dovedale and taking an enjoyable flat walk along the dale. Stunning scenery on a riverside walk and the fun of hopping over the stepping stones before heading back. For those more energetic there are many popular marked walks that surround Dove Dale.

Local Walks

We have a full range of short, medium and long walks for your enjoyment available from Hotel reception. 

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information

Our “Stay as You Please” breaks offer the ideal opportunity to explore Willersley Castle Hotel, the Derbyshire Dales and beautiful Peak District.

Our knowledgeable team will be able to assist you with train and bus links or indeed directions to places of interest.

A few suggestions for enjoyable days out are below:

Bakewell

Bakewell is a small market town in the Derbyshire Dales, well known for the local confection Bakewell Pudding(often mistaken for the Bakewell Tart). It is located on theRiver Wye and has interesting shops, cafes and buildings. Many circular walks are start at Bakewell and the town is ideal for an afternoon of strolling.

Chatsworth Estate

A full day can be spent at the Chatsworth Estate with so much to see and do. Chatsworth is a stately home in theDerbyshire Dales, It is the seat of the Duke of Devonshireand has been home to the Cavendish family since 1549.The house, set in expansive parkland and backed by wooded, rocky hills rising to heather moorland, contains a unique collection of priceless paintings, furniture, Old Master drawings, neoclassical sculptures, books and other artefacts. Chatsworth has been selected as the United Kingdom's favorite country house several times.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception.

To add to the Estate, there is also a Farm Park for the younger visitors, farm shop, garden centre and the extensive grounds which you share with sheep and deer.

Eyam, the plague village!

A traditional English village that lies within the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. With a visitor centre, Eyam Hall (National Trust property) and quaint village lanes this is an idyllic place of interest. Many of the old cottages have plaques on showing the plight of those in the village during the time of the plague.

Heights of Abraham

A fun day out for everyone! And it starts on a cable car

Heights of Abraham is a major attraction in Matlock Bath, only a few minute’s drive from Willersley Castle it consists of a hilltop park on top of Masson Hill, accessed by Cable Car from the village. The route is 568 metres (1,864 ft) long and climbs 169 metres (554 ft).. Once on the hilltop there are cavern and mine tours in both Great Masson Cavern and the Great Rutland Cavern, play areas, a visitor centre, stunning views, fossil factory and much more.

Discounted Tickets available from Hotel Reception

Castleton

A pretty village with stunning views, interesting gift shops and a visitor centre. This is an ideal starting point for a day’s walking on the High Peak, routes up Cave Dale,Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and Hollins Cross meet near Castleton. While there, there are four "show caves" to visit (one of them by boat) and at least one of them is open all year. Take a look at our guest information in reception for leaflets.

Buxton

Buxton is a spa town close to the county boundary withCheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, and is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". Home to Poole's Cavern, an extensive limestone cavern open to the public, and St Ann's Well, fed by the geothermal spring bottled and sold internationally by Buxton Mineral Water Company. Also in the town is theBuxton Opera House, which hosts several music and theatre festivals each year. With a range of shops, beautiful grounds with Victorian Pavillion and Buxton Crescent it makes an enjoyable and varied day out.

Dovedale

No visit to Derbyshire is complete unless you have taken to the stepping stones in Dovedale, take the day to enjoy the town of Ashbourne before parking at Dovedale and taking an enjoyable flat walk along the dale. Stunning scenery on a riverside walk and the fun of hopping over the stepping stones before heading back. For those more energetic there are many popular marked walks that surround Dove Dale.

Local Walks

We have a full range of short, medium and long walks for your enjoyment available from Hotel reception.

Coming Soon

Please call Willersley Castle Hotel on 01629 582270 for more information