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.
Featured Nature & Outdoors Businesses
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Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
Discover Poole’s Cavern, Buxton’s Hidden Wonder. Take a Journey beneath the earth and uncover the amazing stories of the underground landscape
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Darwin Forest
Darwin Forest is an award winning 5 star lodge holiday park which is set in 47 acres of stunning woodland. The luxury lodges are perfect for spending…
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Wildhive at Callow Hall
Callow Hall is the first hotel from Wildhive, a new boutique hospitality brand deeply rooted in nature. Surrounded by 35 acres of wild open space, it…
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Activities at Thornbridge Outdoors
Outdoor education and environmental activities for groups including training courses.
Stone Edge
Stone Edge (pronounced 'Stanege' locally) is a pretty area of countryside with a stunning view across the valley to Chesterfield.
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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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Bleaklow Farm
This really is one of a kind! Our luxury 15-bedroom accommodation stands unique on Longstone Edge, offering sensational views of the breath-taking…
Nature & Outdoors Events
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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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Walking the Peak Way - a presentation by Ken Reece
The Peak Way Walk is a 155-mile long distance walk predominantly through the Peak District. It was created by hiker, Ken Reece, during the Covid…
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Best Pumpkin Picking in Derby at Bluebell Dairy
The best day out for pumpkin picking in Derby this autumn!
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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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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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The White Peak Loop
An incredible circular route of just over 42 miles that runs through the most beautiful areas of Derbyshire & the Peak District.
Cycling around Bakewell - Chatsworth
Cycle a picturesque 18 miles taking in stately homes and standing stones near Chatsworth.
Ashbourne and Villages
Explore rolling countryside taking in the Georgian architecture of Ashbourne and visit traditional estate villages.
Nature & Outdoors Itineraries
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A Day out in the National Forest by bus
The Diamond 22 bus service takes you into the heart of the National Forest.
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…
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.
Walk The White Peak Loop in 4 days
A long distance walking challenge of just over 42 miles that runs through the most beautiful areas of Derbyshire & the Peak District.
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