Nature & Outdoors
Connect with nature and get away from it all in Britain's original National Park.
Connecting to nature is deeper than just spending time outside; it is about feeling part of the natural world and not separate from it. Whether you're looking for outdoor activities such as walking, climbing and caving, or somewhere to switch off and relax after a day of exploring, the Peak District and Derbyshire is the ultimate base for a nature inspired holiday.
Taking a walk or cycle ride around one of Derbyshire or the Peak District’s reservoirs such as Carsington Water, Tittesworth Reservoir, Ladybower Reservoir or Derwent Reservoir, is a lovely way to spend a day. With their flat surfaces and easy-going, level routes, they can provide the perfect place for a circular waterside walk.
You’ll be spoilt for choice with lots of hills to climb and dales to explore too, with crystal-clear rivers at iconic beauty spots such as Lathkill Dale and Dovedale attracting visitors from near and far.
A walk along one of the Peak District or Derbyshire’s canals or rivers are often full of interesting local wildlife, beautiful views and more often than not they come with a rich history too. As well as providing peaceful tranquil and laid-back walks, rivers and canals in the Peak District and Derbyshire also have connections to the Industrial Revolution.
Start planning your nature inspired adventure today.
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Heights of Abraham
Take a cable car flight to the Heights of Abraham 60-acre hilltop park, with cavern tours, exhibitions, adventure play and much more.
Open today: 10:00am - 4:30pm
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Sandybrook Lodges
Sandybrook Lodges provide luxury self catering lodges (some with hot tubs) on our 5 star holiday park. With just 53 lodges Sandybrook is a small…
Open today: 8:30am - 8:00pm
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Matlock Farm Park Riding School
Enjoy horse riding in the beautiful surroundings of Matlock Farm Park, with views over to Riber Castle.
Open today: 8:30am - 8:00pm
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Creswell Crags
Woolly mammoths roamed the lands around Creswell Crags, and nomadic Neanderthal man sought shelter in Creswell Crags’ caves whilst they were…
Ladybower Reservoir
Ladybower Reservoir is a large Y-shaped reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley, at the heart of the Peak District National Park.
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Nine Ladies Stone Circle
A small early Bronze Age stone circle traditionally believed to depict nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday.
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Ashbourne Camping Cabin
Our cosy Camping Cabin is perfect if you are looking for glamping accommodation in the Peak District. Occupying a south-facing position overlooking a…
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Autumn Footprints Walking Festival
The Autumn Footprints Festival offers a great choice of 16 days of enjoyable walks & informative talks with something for everybody of all abilities.
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Monsal Metric Marathon & Half Marathon
26.2 and 13.1 - but not as you know them. Welcome to the Monsal Metric Marathon and Half Marathon
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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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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.
Nature & Outdoors Trails
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Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
Lantern Pike walk from Rowarth
A moderate walk with pleasant streamside walking, some fairly gentle ascents, occasional muddy or rough terrain and numerous stiles.
Woo Dale Circular Walk from Buxton Station
A lovely circular walk exploring this little-known dale starting and ending from Buxton station.
Hope Valley & Hucklow MTB route
This ride takes you through classic dark peak climbs and descents with breathtaking views.
Nature & Outdoors Itineraries
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The Peak District's Hope Valley by Train
Take a scenic rail journey through Britain’s first National Park - filled with rugged landscapes, storybook villages and timeless trails along the…
Day out from Stockport by bus – enjoy a walk in…
The High Peak is a haven for walkers, here are some of our favourites walks - hop on the High Peak 199 service and explore!
A Day out in the National Forest by bus
The Diamond 22 bus service takes you into the heart of the National Forest.
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.
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