As many of you know, the area around Buxton, Bakewell and Matlock holds more than we can cover in a weekend; it is truly a beautiful area and it seems that every route has fabulous scenery. So, what have we in mind for your enjoyment?

First and foremost, an enjoyable and relaxing few days with three nights dinner, bed and breakfast and the company of the V8 gang - or "family"- as it almost seems! We are planning beautiful sights above and below ground in this lovely part of England, including delightful villages and small towns, Dove Dale ('Little Switzerland'), Chatsworth House, a cable car ride from Matlock Bath to The Heights of Abraham, and Poole's Cavern (where you more or less just walk into the hillside with just a few steps). We had wanted to include the Blue John Cavern, but we were put off by the 244 steps which can be slippery and by the warning notice by the entrance that it is not suitable for anyone with heart conditions or bronchial illness. However, we will be driving by the entrance, so the more adventurous members of the group could easily see for themselves or anyone can just visit the gift shop, which sells excellent Blue John clocks, jewellery etc at reasonable costs. We would also like to include a visit to Romantic Haddon Hall with its beautiful gardens. It is the home of Lord and Lady Edward Manners and is said to be 'the most perfect English House to survive from the Middle Ages'. Buxton town centre is less than 5 mins walk from the hotel and we leave time for you to enjoy the town at your leisure.

We really do hope you will join us. The cost per couple for the weekend is £460 including 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, rally plaque and admission to the various attractions plus incidental expenses. All other extras at the hotel will need to be settled by each member.

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