The forecast was uncertain for Thursday and it started pretty grim but brightened up during the day.  We had scheduled the day off although we had a late booking but as the cottage had been before they were happy to let themselves in.  Our first stop was Lea Gardens which were a riot of colour.  Usually the rhododendrons and azaleas are in good form when my cherry blossom is at its best.  The only downside was that it started raining when we got there and we usually enjoy a coffee on the terrace overlooking the gardens but we had to stay inside.  Still the dogs got a little walk.  From here we went to the East Midlands Outlet Centre at Junction 28 on the M1 where I was able to stock up on some choccies at the Cadbury’s.  We came back via Matlock where we stopped at one of the Garden Centres and I bought some more bedding plants.  The greenhouse is very full, we need some nice weather so I can start moving plants out!  Back at our peak district cottages I said hello to the cottage that had arrived as well as to those arriving back from their day out.  Thursday was also the start of the Tissington Well Dressings so we drove round to have a look and a wander round the village.  Here are the photos.