One of Chesterfield's best-kept accommodation secrets celebrates its 22nd birthday in February. Abigail's a small guesthouse run by Gail Rodgers, catering for out-of-town visitors who need a temporary base in North Derbyshire. During the week these consist mainly of businessmen, whose connections with Chesterfield's rapidly growing commercial scene means that they're constant visitors. At weekends, Gail's busy with a full house of leisure visitors, ranging from people afar, who want to explore the Peak District, to guests at local weddings who need somewhere to sleep during what's usually a hectic social visit. In 1990, Gail bought a house in Brockwell Lane, a smiling residential area. Working in the old AGD (Royal Mail accounts HQ), she cast about for something more exciting to do. She let a spare bedroom (which conveniently had an en suite bathroom) to a visiting Royal Mail contractor; he stayed for a year, during which time she commandeered another bedroom for similar duty, and let that out as well. Enjoying what she was doing, she brought the house next door, and converted that, too. The result is a guesthouse which, though small, is scrupulously clean and very comfortable (there's an en suite bathroom, TV and coffee-making facilities in every room). Gail added a breakfast room and joined up the garden', these overlook a superb view across Chesterfield, westwards to the heights of East Moor. Abigail's has been awarded the Visit Britain three star accolade, and Gail and her indispensable right-hand, Debbi, have both received diplomas in the Tourist Board "Welcome Host" scheme/ There's a beauty salon next door, run by Gails friend, Debbi, who is happy to open her doors in the evening to any of Gails guests who'd like a bit of pampering after rushing about admiring the countryside, or who'd like a professional make-up job before attending a wedding. Not surprisingly, her guests become her friends and return to enjoy the outstanding hospitality and a relaxing breakfast overlooking the garden, with its pool and waterfall. Visitors come from far away... her Japanese guests adore the water and organise photographic sessions round the pool. Rates: £38 single room per night. From £56 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children are welcome. No smoking. Pets are allowed. FREE Wi-Fi/internet access. 3 Star Visit Britain.

Our guest accommodation is perfectly situated with lovely views over Buxton and a 10 minute walk from the centre of town. Being a family run bed and breakfast we ensure your stay is comfortable and enjoyable with a delightful breakfast to start the day. There are rooms available to suit all needs, including family, double, twin and single rooms all with en suites Each room is equipped with a colour TV, alarm clock and hair dryer (ironing facilites are available on request). All rooms are supplied with tea, coffee, fresh milk and include complimentary toiletries and freshly laundered towels. All breakfasts are prepared to order between 7.30am and 9 am. We are happy to cater for dietary requirements and supply vegetarian options. The Netherdale on Green Lane is easy to find if travelling from the South, follow the M1 to the A50 at junction 23 and then the A515 through Ashbourne to Buxton. On reaching Buxton, the first traffic lights are at the end of Green lane, so turn left and the Netherdale is 600 yds up the lane on the left. Directions from other areas is similarly easy to describe, so please ask. Netherdale has private parking at the front of the house and we are happy to help with luggage into the room. Front door is kept locked but each room is supplied with front door and room key. Buses arrive on the Market place, a 4 minute walk to Netherdale and the train station is 15 minute walk. Rates: From £30 per person per night. Children over 5 are welcome. No smoking. Sorry, no pets. Off street parking. 4 Star Visit Britain. Wi-Fi/internet access.