Action & Adrenaline
Adrenaline-fuelled adventures in the Peak District and Derbyshire.
Abseiling, gorge-scrambling and high wire zipline adventures in the woods are all on offer in the Peak District and Derbyshire, offering the perfect chance to add a touch of adrenaline-fuelled action to your holiday!
Choose one of the Peak District and Derbyshire's many vast drops and have an instructor guide you through abseiling down back to earth, or get your heart-pumping on an adrenaline-fuelled experience. Start planning your next adventure in the Peak District and Derbyshire today.
Featured Action & Adrenaline Businesses
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PeakePedals eBike Tours
Countryside eBike Tours are a new way to see the Peak District suitable for all levels of fitness & cycling experience
Open today: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Gulliver's Kingdom Theme Park
Discover a beautiful family-run theme park that is perfect for younger children. We have over 60 rides and attractions including play areas…
Open today: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park
Gulliver’s Valley Resort opened in 2020 and is located next to Rother Valley Country Park in South Yorkshire. Discover rides and attractions designed…
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Peaks and Paddles Outdoor Adventure
Canoeing, Kayak Hire, Abseiling and Caving Experiences.
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Pure Outdoor
World-class training and outdoor experiences including walking, climbing and caving.
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Hope Valley Bike Hire
We have a wide range of bike hire options, for all abilities to explore the Hope Valley and the wider Peak District
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Acclimbatize Ltd
From climbing to caving, team building to canoeing and many more, there’s sure to be an activity for you.
Action & Adrenaline Events
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Pennine Bridleway PB230km Trail Challenge
Experience 230km of the Pennine uplands in 75 hours, a great multi-day, trail running, expedition style challenge. 16-19th April 2026
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Fireworks Weekend at Midland Railway -Butterley
Enjoy a spectacular Fireworks Weekend at Midland Railway – Butterley. Travel by heritage shuttle train to Swanwick Junction for a music-accompanied…
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Alzheimer's Research UK Walk For A Cure at…
Join us on a 13km, 21km or 42km hike in beautiful Carsington Water.
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Easter 2026 at Go Ape Buxton
Looking for things to do this Easter holidays in the Peak District? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Buxton, a stones throw from Poole's…
Action & Adrenaline Offers
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Special Offer
20% off Go Ape Treetop Challenge
Family Adventure Awaits – 20% Off! Take on Go Ape Treetop Challenge together. Valid for groups of 3–6. High-ropes fun, lower prices.
Action & Adrenaline Trails
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Biking and birdsong around Carsington cycle route
A medium difficulty cycle route around Carsington Water.
Hope Valley & Hucklow MTB route
This ride takes you through classic dark peak climbs and descents with breathtaking views.
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