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Welcome to Peak District National Park
Discover Britain's original National Park, home to an amazingly diverse range of landscapes.
The Peak District was designated as a National Park in 1951 to conserve and enhance the area’s natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage. Combining a breathtaking mix of dramatic open landscapes, rolling dales, wild moorlands and picturesque villages, the National Park covers 555 square miles/1,435 kilometres - about the size of Greater London.
The Peak District National Park is home to an amazingly diverse range of landscapes, with expansive and dramatic panoramic views. It consists of two main areas – the Dark Peak with rugged, heather-clad moorland and soaring gritstone edges, and the White Peak, with its gentler landscape of lush pastures, dales and winding river valleys.
With the vibrant cities of Sheffield and Manchester on its fringes, the Peak District is one of the UK's most accessible National Parks. It offers a wealth of outdoor activities including walking, cycling, climbing, horse riding, caving and watersports for people of all ages and abilities.
The Peak District also has lots of safe, traffic-free cycling trails on former railway lines, including the popular Monsal and Tissington Trails. Quintessentially English villages in the Peak District include Ashford in the Water, Hartington, Eyam and Edensor, whilst the vibrant market towns of Bakewell, Ashbourne and Buxton are not to be missed.
The Peak District also has a wealth of historic house, including one of England’s finest, Chatsworth, and Haddon Hall, one of England’s best-preserved medieval houses.
Start planning your Peak District break and discover great places to stay, see and explore.
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District, with stunning views…
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Food at The George
A Derbyshire Hotel ideally located for walking, bird watching and cycling in the heart of the Peak District, Derbyshire
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The Maynard Restaurant
The Maynard restaurant is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the Peak District.
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District, with stunning views…
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The Maynard
A beautifully refurbished 12 bedroom hotel with bar and restaurant based in Grindleford hosting spectacular views across the Peak District.
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The Maynard Restaurant
The Maynard restaurant is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the Peak District.
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Food at The George
A Derbyshire Hotel ideally located for walking, bird watching and cycling in the heart of the Peak District, Derbyshire
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Upper Hurst Farm Caravans Camping & Glamping
Upper Hurst Farm is a family run site in a Rural Idyll that is surrounded by hills and is close to the picture-postcard village of Hartington.
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Barn Cottage - Bakewell
A delightful detached barn conversion that is full of charm and character, a perfect holiday destination for a discerning couple. The cottage is…
Thor's Cave
Just outside the village of Wetton in the Staffordshire Peak District you'll find the magnificent Thor's Cave.
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Peak Cavern: 'The Devil's Arse'
Peak Cavern is a spectacular natural cavern containing historic rope works which hosts regular cinema screening and events
Hob Hurst's House
A square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch, named after a local goblin
Hope Valley
The Hope Valley is one of the best-loved parts of the Peak District National Park, boasting some of the finest views and most picturesque villages in…
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New Hanson Grange Holidays
Our hill farm is beautifully situated above the River Dove near Milldale in the heart of the Peak District. Two traditional huts nestled on the edge…
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Pipistrelle Rides
Gravel, road or mountain biking with expert guides/coaches Jen & Alex. Go further and experience even more with our high spec gravel e-bikes.
Our Great Itineraries
Peak District classics: Hope Valley itinerary
Taking in some of the best views and most picturesque places in the Hope Valley, this varied tour would make an excellent weekend or midweek break.
Car-free guide: 48 hours in the Hope Valley
Take in dramatic scenery, quaint villages and some of the Peak District's most iconic attractions along the Hope Valley Line between Manchester…
Events in Peak District National Park
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Peak District South & North 43/50/93km trail run
The best of the Peak District in a fabulous weekend of trail running
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Pennine Bridleway PB270km Trail Running Challenge
Experience all 270km of the Pennine Bridleway in 100 hours, a great multi-day, trail running, expedition style challenge. 17-24th April 2024
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Pennine Bridleway PB18km & PB55km Trail Run
Low-key, great-value, big-enjoyment, trail running from established local organiser, Ranger Expeditions & Ultras.
Trails in the National Park
Kinder Scout mass trespass walk
Follow in the footsteps of the 1932 walkers who trespassed en masse to secure access rights in the Peak District for everyone.
The Peak District GeoWalk
The GeoWalk is a must for rock enthusiasts guiding you through the stunning Peak District landscape and rock formations.
Walking trail - Howden Reservoir
If you’re after a relaxing walk which allows you to soak up some of the Peak District’s natural beauty, without climbing a single hill, the walk to…
Stately homes and standing stones cycle route
Experience typical White Peak landscape, a Stone Age henge and a Bronze Age stone circle, magnificent historic houses and their parklands.
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