Derbyshire County Council

Key Competitive Attractions

At Derbyshire County Council we are dedicated to improving our economy through sustainable development, and to supporting our businesses and investors.

Our priorities are to:

• Enhance the quality of life in our communities
• Support local businesses
• Maintain the climate for investment
• Secure external funding
• Generate jobs for local people. 

The diverse landscape offers arable open countryside, and hilly moorlands of the Pennines. Derbyshire's many attractions range from spectacular Peak District scenery, such as Mam Tor and Kinder Scout, to more metropolitan attractions in Bakewell, Buxton, and Derby. Historic places of interest include Bolsover Castle, Chatsworth House, Castleton, Crich Tramway Museum, Peak Rail steam railway, Midland Railway steam railway, Haddon Hall, Dovedale, and Heights of Abraham and Matlock Bath, all contributing to a thriving tourism industry.