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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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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Hoe Grange Holidays
4 award winning log cabins set on a working farm with stunning views of the White Peak countryside. Unwind in the hot tub or log-fired sauna. Dogs…
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District, with stunning views…
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Beyond The Edge
One of the UK's most experienced providers of hill and mountain activities.
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Conkers, National Forest Camping and Caravanning…
Our lovely Club Site at Conkers is in the heart of the National Forest and next door to the award-winning visitor attraction of the same name, which…
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Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
Discover Poole’s Cavern, Buxton’s Hidden Wonder. Take a Journey beneath the earth with our expert guides who will reveal the amazing stories of…
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Shaw Farm Static Caravan Park
Static Caravan Holiday Accommodation set on a working farm in the Peak District. Each holiday home is fully equipped for 6 people, has free WiFi plus…
Nature & Outdoors Events
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Tittesworth Water's Quacky Quest 2026
This February half-term we need you to join our quack team to help track down Sally and Martin's (not-so) feathery friends that have gone missing…
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Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival
A variety of beautiful local walks, mostly free, to suit various abilities and interests all over the Staffordshire Moorlands.
Nature & Outdoors Offers
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10% off at Hayloft & Byre cottages
Relax and unwind at these beautiful holiday cottages in the Peak District Rural - tranquility in the middle of everywhere
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15% Treetop Challenge Family Discount at Go Ape…
15% off Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Buxton
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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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ebike tour gift cards from PeakEPedals
If you are looking for something different to give as a Christmas Gift this year then why not give one of our eBike Tour Gift Vouchers
Nature & Outdoors Trails
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Trails Triangle
Discover a rich industrial heritage and railway history on this cycle route near Ashbourne.
Kinder Scout mass trespass walk from Hayfield
Follow in the footsteps of the 1932 walkers who trespassed en masse to secure access rights in the Peak District for everyone.
The Kinder Loop - Rushup Edge to Ladybower…
A beautiful horse-riding route through the heart of the Peak District.
Hope Valley Cycle Routes - Hope Valley and…
Experience Dark Peak villages and gritstone edges on this 13 mile cycle route.
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.
Cycle The White Peak Loop in 2 days
A long distance cycling 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…
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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