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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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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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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.


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Swadlincote Woodlands & Park Area

Bringing The National Forest right to the edge of Swadlincote town centre in South Derbyshire, an 80 acre urban woodland park with 40,000 new trees,…


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The Beeches

A picturesque location on the cusp of the Peak District National Park, offering far reaching views across the valley


Nature & Outdoors Events

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Birchover Open Gardens Weekend

Come along to this beautiful Peak District village and wander around the gardens.


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Get To Know Trees: Stand Wood Tour

Join our landscape team on a walking tour of Stand Wood, learning about our interesting and one-off tree specimens.


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Mindful Waterways Walk - River

A mindful walk along the riverside with Caroline Cook, from Well with Nature.


Nature & Outdoors Offers

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REMAINING JUNE & JULY AVAILABILITY at Walker Peak…

Our 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage located down a quiet lane in Wirksworth is an ideal base for a Peak District stay. REMAINING MAY & JUNE…


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Something for the Weekend at The Bike and Boot

Stay 2/3 nights at the weekend & get your cheapest night 1/2 price!


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10% discount for couples offer for The Orchards!

Warm and spacious cottage surrounded by meadows and bluebell woods. Fabulous views and walks from the door. Close to the picturesque village of Ilam.


Nature & Outdoors Trails

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Lullington Cycle Route

18 mile circular cycle route starting from Burton upon Trent


The Pennine Bridleway

The Pennine Bridleway is a 205 miles (330 Km) long National Trail running through the Pennine hills from Derbyshire to Cumbria.


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.


Nature & Outdoors Itineraries

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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…


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.


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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