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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.
Local departure by coach or Home Connect, then to our hotel where we stay for four nights.
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!
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.
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.
Return home.
Single Room Supplement from £129.00 (5 days).
You will stay for four nights at the Old Hall Hotel in Buxton or Mercure Kenwood Hall Hotel in Sheffield.
Location: Kenwood Road Nether Edge, Sheffield, S7 1NQ
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Location: The Square, Buxton, SK17 6BD
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