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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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Bluebell Dairy

A family farm with calves, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, a pony, a donkey and guinea pigs for everyone to come and meet.


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Upper Derwent Cycle Hire (Fairholmes)

Discover easy, family-friendly cycle routes in the Upper Derwent


River Derwent

The River Derwent is 66 miles long and full of history- this river was once highly important to the Industrial Revolution.


Nature & Outdoors Events

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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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YHA Festival of Walking

Peak District hostels hosting nine free-to-join guided walks this Autumn


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Make a Bat Box at Peak Village

Join Derbyshire Wildlife Trust for a bat box making session - booking essential


Nature & Outdoors Offers

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Special Offer

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 Phoenix Greenways

Whether you come for the day, a weekend or a longer stay, there is plenty for the family to do, visit and explore. A network of traffic free walking…


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Hope Valley Cycle Routes - Hope Valley and…

Experience Dark Peak villages and gritstone edges on this 13 mile cycle route.


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Matlock to Bonsall Walk

This beautiful 4.3 mile route from the bus stop takes you out across open countryside on field paths to the pretty village of Bonsall, offering…


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Corbar Cross walk from Buxton Station

Discover the beauty of Corbar Woods on this short circular walk. If you do this walk in April or May, you will be greeted by an abundance of…


Nature & Outdoors Itineraries

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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.


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…


3 day itinerary exploring Staffordshire Moorlands…

Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in three unforgettable days where culture and wilderness come together.


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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