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Need To Know

✓End-terraced characterful cottage with many original features and oak beams retained
✓Gas central heating throughout the property
✓Two wood burners located in the living room and dining room
✓Living room equipped with a 37" Freeview TV, DVD player, iPod dock, CD player, and a collection of DVDs
✓Dining room featuring a wood burner
✓Kitchen fitted with an electric oven, gas hob, range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, and dishwasher
✓Utility room containing a washing machine and tumble dryer
✓Ground floor double bedroom with a 4ft 6in bed, adjacent to a shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓First floor double bedroom with a 4ft 6in bed
✓First floor 3/4 double bedroom with a 4ft bed
✓First floor kingsize master bedroom with a 5ft bed, double doors leading directly onto the enclosed garden and sun-trapped patio, and an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower over plus toilet
✓First floor family bathroom with roll top bath, cubicle shower, and toilet
✓Ground floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓Enclosed lawned garden featuring a heated summerhouse, patio, sitting-out area, garden furniture, and BBQ facilities
✓Heated summerhouse ideal for summer evenings
✓Unfenced pond located in the garden (safety note)
✓Private on-site parking space for one vehicle plus two additional on-road parking spaces
✓Electric vehicle charging prohibited on site; guests must use local charging points
✓WiFi internet access included
✓Bed linen and towels provided
✓Welcome pack included on arrival
✓Cot and highchair available for families with young children
✓Pet friendly accommodation allowing up to 2 pets free of charge
✓Ground floor accommodation and facilities suitable for guests requiring ease of access
✓Check-in after 15:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓No smoking policy throughout the property
✓Located in the elevated village of Tideswell within the Peak District National Park, close to shops and restaurants (350 yards), pub (1/2 mile), and within 15 to 45 minutes drive of Bakewell, Buxton, Matlock, Alton Towers, and Castleton/Mam Tor
✓Nearby attractions include Tideswell Dale nature reserve, Monsal Trail for walking and cycling, Limestone Way footpath, Chatsworth Estate, Haddon Hall, Pavilion Gardens and Opera House in Buxton, and the 14th-century church known as "The Cathedral of the Peak"
✓Village amenities include traditional pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, delicatessens, butchers, and a local supermarket
✓Local events include Tideswell Food Festival in May, Well Dressings, and Wakes Week in late June to early July
✓Recognized repeatedly as a Customers' Choice property from 2019 through 2026 with a high guest rating of 4.9/5

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Local Insights: Acorn Cottage

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Tideswell, Derbyshire

Weather & Local Conditions

12°C

Overcast

Updated: 13 Jul 2026, 2:54am

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12.00°C

Temperature

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25 km/h

Wind Speed

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90%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Acorn Cottage sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

309m

(1,014 feet above sea level)

Acorn Cottage sits in a peaceful Derbyshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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309m

Elevation

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Tideswell

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Tideswell are typical Derbyshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 53.2800560° N | Longitude: 1.776376° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Tideswell (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:53am

Sunrise

7:31pm

Golden Hour

8:31pm

Sunset

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3:53am

Sunrise

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8:31pm

Sunset

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7:31pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:31pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Tideswell, you have approximately 16.63 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Acorn Cottage.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Variable

Mobile signal is variable in this area. You should have coverage for calls and basic data.

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Signal Tip: EE and Vodafone generally perform best in this area.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Derbyshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Acorn Cottage

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Acorn Cottage

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Acorn Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

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Pet Friendly

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