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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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Straws Bridge Nature Reserve

Known locally as `Swan Lake` this is a beautiful place to walk, bird watch and enjoy the views. There are plenty of different paths to take to vary…


Hob Hurst's House

A square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch, named after a local goblin


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Bank Top Lodge

A beautiful modernised cottage overlooking Beresford Dale and Wolfscote Hills. Haven for walking and cycling, close to the Manifold Valley and…


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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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Belper Goes Green-Community, Eco & Arts…

Belper Goes Green returns bringing three brilliant days of community spirit, live music, great food, creativity & eco-inspired ideas to Belper


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Chatsworth Garden & Plant Fair

Meet specialist plant nurseries and garden experts, and experience a variety of talks and tours, plus live music and local food.


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Wessington Orchard Markets at Amber Valley…

Delicious local food, drink and locally hand-crafted items, amazing coffee and hot food and a relaxing place to be.


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Hidden Gardens and Courtyards of Wirksworth

Welcome back! We are delighted that Wirksworth Hidden Courtyards and Gardens will be opening again this year, looking better than ever!


Nature & Outdoors Offers

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Park, Play and Make Summer Memories at Tatton…

Spend long summer days at Tatton Park and enjoy better value than ever with the return of their summer park and play pass


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Something for the Weekend at The Bike and Boot

Book a minimum of 2 nights and receive a 50% discount off the room price for the cheapest night of your stay.


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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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Matlock to Darley Bridge and Oker via White Peak…

This lovely 8.2 km (5.1 miles) walk starts and ends in the centre of bustling Matlock, yet very quickly takes you out into the surrounding peaceful…


Hartington to Tissington Walk

Starting in the picturesque village of Hartington, this beautiful 7.8 mile walk follows riverside tracks through the wooded valleys and breathtaking…


Old Glossop, Shire Hill and Swineshaw Reservoir…

This wonderful walk takes you out of the lively heart of Glossop town centre, through the historic streets of Old Glossop, and within only a short…


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…


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.


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…


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