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Ghost enthusiasts and pet lovers can combine their passion in this unique publication which will make a most absorbing read for animal lovers and those interested in the paranormal

A new history of Nottingham that traces the growth of the city from the days of Robin Hood to its rise as one of the great Victorian cities.

The Peak District of Derbyshire is said to experience more bizarre happenings and unexplainable encounters than any other part of England. This chilling collection of true-life tales details many terrifying accounts of spectres and apparitions which have been documented over the years. Ranging from private residences and graveyards to public houses, tourist attractions, theatres and museums, this book includes many pulse-raising narratives that are guaranteed to make your blood run cold. Containing over sixty illustrations, Haunted Peak District will appeal to everyone with an interest in the supernatural history of this part of Derbyshire.

The lesser-known history of a town that began as an Iron Age settlement and became England's Hollywood.

A history of the bustling riverside city of Derby, covering the secrets behind some of its key places of interest and the fascinating heritage lodged in this area’s industrial past.

Some Derbyshire dishes are well known, like the Bakewell Pudding; many more, including some of the most delectable, are little-known outside the places whose name they bear. The recipes included in this book are individual, easy, economical, with readily available ingredients, and have a strong regional accent. This is Derbyshire food at its best.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Ripley has changed and developed over the last century.

Since the days of Jane Austen, Derbyshire has been considered one of England's most romantic destinations. This fascinating collection of tales reveals the region's darkest and most tragic love affairs. Delve into sad stories of thwarted lovers, unrequited passions, and broken hearts, with betrayals, suicides, and murderous rivals, and discover the host of paranormal activity that may be the result of these doomed romances. From creepy sightings of mysterious shadowy figures and spirits—such as the kissing ghost at Renishaw Hall—to moving objects, unexplained sounds, and bloodstains that cannot be removed, this selection covers all aspects of paranormal— and romantic—activity in the county.