Peak District and The Gilbert & Sullivan Festival

This Victorian operatic duo wrote 14 operas, such as The Mikado, H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance, and Iolanthe, and the International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival was founded in 1994 to celebrate these fantastic works. Sitting somewhere between an opera and a musical, these performances are referred to as operettas or ‘light operas’. We’ll also take in the charming towns and quaint villages of the Peak District, including Eyam, Castleton, Bakewell and Matlock Bath.

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Your Tour Includes

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 meals (either dinner at the hotel or packed lunch for evening performances)
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Local departure by coach or Home Connect, then to our hotel where we stay for four nights.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

Discover the quaint villages of the Peak District on our trip to charming Eyam – known for its associations with the Black Death! Dark history aside, it is a pretty village with a craft centre, sculpture garden and market hall.

We also call at Castleton, a picturesque village in the Hope Valley – steeped in history and a quintessential English hamlet.

We return back to the hotel in time to get ready for tonight's performance. If you’re staying in Buxton, you will make your own way to the Buxton Opera House, and if you’re staying in Sheffield, a transfer will be included. Settle in for an evening of incredible entertainment!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Included Highlights

  • Gilbert & Sullivan Festival
  • Castleton
  • Eyam

Today, you will have a free day to explore Buxton and attend any of the fringe events associated with the festival taking place around the town. There are often sessions with experts introducing the fascinating background behind the performances or recitals with wonderful singers.

This evening, make your way back to the Buxton Opera House for your second fantastic performance of one of Gilbert & Sullivans masterpieces.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Included Highlights

  • Gilbert & Sullivan Festival
  • Buxton

Today, we will visit the pretty town of Bakewell, best known for its famous tart and beautifully location on the banks of the River Wye.

We will then visit the spa town of Matlock Bath. Lord Byron dubbed it ‘Little Switzerland’ on account of its magnificent views and steep, wooded hillsides. It has been attracting visitors since the late 17th century, and by the 19th century it was a place for the finest in society to be seen, including royalty.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Matlock Bath
  • Bakewell

Return home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Single Room Supplement from £129.00 (5 days).

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at the Old Hall Hotel in Buxton or Mercure Kenwood Hall Hotel in Sheffield.

Mercure Kenwood Hall

Mercure Kenwood Hall

The Mercure Kenwood Hall Hotel is situated in 12 acres of stunning grounds and gardens just 1 mile from Sheffield’s city centre. This 4-star hotel offers a modern restaurant, bar and a Laura Ashley tearoom. It also boasts a leisure club including gym, indoor pool, sauna, steam room and spa area. The hotel provides spacious rooms, all with classical décor and many with views of the lake and gardens.

Location: Kenwood Road Nether Edge, Sheffield, S7 1NQ

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 4 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor Swimming Pool
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe Box
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Shower or Bath
  • Free Wifi
  • Iron or Trouser Press
Accessibility
  • Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
  • Disabled Rooms Available
Food & Drink
  • Vegetarian Meals
  • Gluten Free Menu
  • Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
  • Vegan Menu
Service
  • Room Service Available
  • Laundry Service
  • Gym
  • Dogs Allowed on Request
Transport
  • Bus Stop Nearby
Hotel
  • Swimming Pool
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi Available
Old Hall Hotel

Old Hall Hotel

Dating back to 1573, the Old Hall Hotel is situated at the very heart of Buxton and is reputed to be the oldest hotel in England. History is prominent in this hotel, with part of the current building being built by Bess of Hardwick’s 4th husband, the Earl of Shrewsbury, for Mary Queen of Scots when she came to take the waters in Buxton. The hotel is also renowned for the originality of its bedrooms, each uniquely furnished in keeping with the age of the building, yet featuring all the modern comforts you would expect. Enjoy the warmth and charm of the Cockerel Wine Bar, or indulge in the very best of traditional British cuisine in the hotel's elegant restaurant. With first-class hospitality and a friendly welcome, your stay is guaranteed to be memorable.

Location: The Square, Buxton, SK17 6BD

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Shower or Bath
  • Telephone
  • Free Wifi
Hotel
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £129

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