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Derbyshire’s High Peak, where the great outdoors make great days out

    Plan your next break to the Peak District and Derbyshire and discover a place of wild peaks and rugged moorland with views that stretch forever. A place of chocolate-box villages nestling in gentle countryside, with the prettiest cottages and dogs lazing by the pub fire. Explore country houses, castles and the stateliest of stately homes, and find the most welcoming market towns, with quality independent shops and delicious local food and drink.

    This is the home of Britain's original National Park and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. A place to refresh and recharge, with adventures to suit everyone from gentle ramblers to adrenaline junkies. Discover hiking, biking and beauty spots galore. Enjoy festival days (whatever the weather), country shows, eccentric traditions and the loudest Bhangra nights.

    Getting to the Peak District and Derbyshire has never been easier. At the heart of the UK and just 90 minutes by train from London, it's easily accessible from all corners of the UK. You can simply sit back and enjoy the ride.

    This is a place for new adventures with old friends. A place for surprising discoveries, hidden gems and heart-pumping experiences. A place that has everything.

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    Day trip from Sheffield: Explore Matlock &…

    The busy market towns of Matlock and Bakewell are a great day out for all the family and the bus is the hassle-free way to travel.


    Accessible Castleton: Scenic drive in the Hope…

    This is a dramatic drive with breath-taking scenery which goes from Castleton, up Winnat’s Pass and over to Edale before returning to Castleton via…

    Car-free guide: Things to do in Chesterfield

    There's so much to see and do near this iconic Derbyshire market town, famed for its crooked spire.


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    Right at the heart of England, with great public transport links, the Peak District and Derbyshire is easily accessible from across the UK.

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