3 days in Matlock with older parents

Three days based in Matlock, with the miles set out plainly so you can plan the pace. Day one stays close: Alport Height in the morning, then just 0.9 miles to The Bear Inn, which holds a 5/5 food hygiene rating, for an unhurried lunch, and 3.6 miles on to the Peak District Mining Museum. Day two goes further, 22.5 miles to Calke Abbey, followed by a short 3.6-mile hop to Ashby de la Zouch Museum, which states disabled access.

Day three has the trip's longest drive, 48.3 miles to the Gate Piers to Lyme Park, so an early start and a proper break on the way will keep it comfortable. Adlington Petting Farm is then only 2.4 miles further. For a base, Amberley Cottage in Matlock sleeps 4, sits 0.6 miles from Alfreton station and has EV charging nearby. Coming by train? The nearest station to Matlock is Matlock itself.