Retirement properties in Derbyshire

Derbyshire has something for everyone, from outdoorsy types to history buffs and foodies.

• Enjoy the variety of walking and biking trails spread across the Derwent Valley and the Peak District, perfect for exploring this green and pleasant land.
• Visit historic landmarks, including Chatsworth House, thought to have inspired Jane Austen’s 'Pride and Prejudice'.
• The city of Derby has lots of attractions, including parks, markets, cinemas and several museums celebrating its industrial past.
• There’s an array of quaint towns and villages, such as Chesterfield and its famous spire, the spa town of Buxton with its Pavilion Gardens, or Bakewell, famed for its cakes.
• In the wider East Midlands you can visit vibrant nearby cities like Nottingham, Sheffield and Birmingham with ease.

Derbyshire’s welcoming communities have plenty of groups to keep you active and so you can meet new people too.

• Sports and fitness - Derbyshire has lots of football and bowls clubs, while golf enthusiasts can enjoy courses like Matlock or Chesterfield Golf Clubs. Swimmers will love outdoor pools like Hathersage Swimming Pool or wild swimming spots like Three Shires Head.
• Nature - the county is well-known for its heritage walks, cycling trails, and hiking trails like Monsal Trail and High Peak Trail. Willington Wetlands Nature Reserve is a lovely alternative for a gentle stroll. 
• Travel - Derbyshire is in the centre of England, and offers easy access to North Yorkshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire in the South, Cheshire to the West, and Nottinghamshire to the East.

No matter where you live in the county, Derbyshire is all about community, making it the perfect place to settle in retirement.  You can enjoy:

• Art - Derby Museum and Art Gallery and the Museum of Making give you an insight into the county’s heritage as well as displaying impressive artworks.
• Attractions - from the gorgeous Chatsworth House to the dramatic Bolsover Castle, or the quirky Heights of Abraham, Derbyshire is chock-full of history and attractions to suit all tastes.
• Music and theatre - Buxton is a hub for live performances. Buxton Opera House is perfect for catching musicals, concerts and comedies. Buxton International Festival celebrates opera, music, and literature every year.
• Local festivals – like the Derby Folk Festival, the Bolsover Food and Drink Festival and the Matlock Y Not Festival.

Derbyshire is well connected in terms of transport links – which is another reason it is a popular choice for retirement.

• By car - the M1 connects the county to the rest of the country, making it easy to reach Sheffield, Leeds, Birmingham and London.
• By bus - towns, villages and cities in the county are connected by bus services, primarily Trent Barton and Stagecoach, though the service can be limited in more rural areas.
• By rail – you can reach London in just 90 minutes, while Nottingham, Leicester and Birmingham are all only half an hour away.
• By air – East Midlands airport near Derby serves the surrounding area with convenient flights to European holiday destinations.