Excellent Location

Elton is a small secluded conservation village, winner of 2007 Derbyshire Village award. It provides a central location for visiting all the attractions and activities of the Peak District, Derbyshire Dales and beyond.

Bradford Dale

Many walks in beautiful scenery attract visitors throughout the year and from the cottage these include Robin Hood's Stride, Bradford Dale, Lathkill Dale. Bikes can be hired for cycling, there are watersports on Carsington Water, caves to visit and many places to see from the peaceful settings of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall (nearby) to Alton Towers (20 miles away). See attractions for more information.

Elton Church

Elton had three Public Houses in its heyday, but now has only one, the Duke of York, known locally as "The Duke" which retains its original 1950s decor with little modernisation and appears as if time has stood still! The pub is welcoming, has a roaring fire and the cost of the drinks (no food is served) is regrettably not what you would have paid in 1950, but very reasonable. The opening hours are unpredictable but usually from 8.45 pm and lunchtimes at weekends - ask the Eltonians!

The nearest pubs with food are about a one mile stroll to Winster where there are The Miner's Standard and The Old Bowling Green. There are very many excellent pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and cafes wherever you go with recommendations for many at the cottage. The Devonshire Arms at Pilsley on the Chatsworth Estate do a good carvery; and if you visit Buxton the award winning No. 6 The Square opposite the Opera House is a must!

The cafe in Elton

An Indian takeaway can be ordered to be delivered to Elton for anyone fancying a curry night without venturing out or wanting to cook! More recommendations of places to eat out, details of the area and events held can be found in the cottage.

The village also has a cafe open at weekends which is full of nostalgia and provides the hungry with brunches, rolls, soup and cakes. It is very popular with cyclists and walkers. There is also a Church, Chapel, School, Post Office and Recreation Ground. The nearest General Store/Newsagent is one mile away in the neighbouring village of Winster but more shops are available in Bakewell and Matlock.

Map
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Directions:
From the North take the A6 south from Bakewell. Turn right onto the B5056 signposted to Ashbourne. After about 1 mile bear left over a small bridge — signed to Ashbourne, continue approx. 5 miles until the first crossroads. Turn right to Elton.

If you are coming from the South on the M1 turn off at Junction 28 and follow the signs to Matlock. Take the A6 north and after about 2 miles from Matlock turn left at Darley Dale on to the B5057 signposted to Winster and go straight through Winster to the cross roads and straight ahead on the road to the village of Elton.

Swallow Cottage is located just opposite Nelson House and the small post office and post box in Main Street.