June is going to be a busy month next year, when we welcome two major events to the Derbyshire Dales.  The new RHS Chatsworth Flower Show  on 7-11 June 2017 promises to be a very exciting show - with a Floral Marquee recreating  Paxton’s Great Conservatory and new temporary bridges over the River Derwent linking the two sides of the showground. Less than a week later on 16-18 June 2017 the hugely popular Eroica Britannia vintage cycling festival will take place at its new venue.  We are delighted that after three successful years at Bakewell the event will be staying in the area.  

The annual Tourism Conference organised by Marketing Peak District & Derbyshire will be held on  Thursday 10th November at the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton.  Speakers include Sally Balcombe, CEO of VisitBritain/VistEngland. Call 01246 212924 to book your ticket.   

Accommodation providers and attractions can now book their 2017 advertising on the website www.visitpeakdistrict.com and in the new Attractions map. Download the rate card here. 

A new marketing campaign ‘Gardens and Gourmet’ in partnership with four other regions of England will bring international visitors to the area to experience the best of the area’s floral attractions and culinary excellence. The project is part funded by VisitEngland.   

A £1.49m bid led by Marketing Peak District & Derbyshire to the European Regional Development Fund has been successful and will fund a comprehensive three-year business support programme for visitor economy businesses.  The District Council is a funding partner within the programme - which includes support to help businesses become more cyclist friendly, development of the ‘Inspired by the Peak District’ brand, support for market towns and specialist advice on how to develop the international visitor and accessible tourism markets.  Keep an eye on the industry section of www.visitpeakdistrict.com for further announcements.