During the summer months in the Peak District and Derbyshire look out for the unique spectacle of Well Dressings - a custom that celebrates water and the life it brings. Many villages decorate wells often combining with carnivals and festivals.  Visitors are warmly welcomed. For a full list see www.visitpeakdistrict.com

Some local well dressings - contact Chesterfield Tourist Information Centre for 2010 dates (01246 345777/8) :

May Tissington
May Monyash 
June Ashford-in-the-Water
June Cressbrook
June Litton
June Tideswell
June - July Bakewell
July Buxton
September Chesterfield