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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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Ogston Reservoir

Ogston Reservoir is owned and managed by Severn Trent Water and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).


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Conkers

CONKERS is more than just a day out as families are encouraged to explore, get creative, be immersed with nature and rise above treetops


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Dolomite Training

An outdoor adventure activity provider in the Peak District.


Lud's Church

Lud’s Church is a deep, moss-covered chasm full of history, myths and dark green wherever you look; and to walk down its stone steps deep into the…


Nature & Outdoors Events

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Bakewell Food and Drink Festival

A celebration of flavour in the heart of the Peak District.


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Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival 2026

11 days of walking to celebrate the beautiful landscape, rich history and vibrant communities of the Staffordshire Moorlands.


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North Derbyshire Cottage Garden Plant Sale at…

The North Derbyshire Cottage Garden Society’s Plant Fair at Cromford Mills is a must-visit for gardeners and plant lovers alike. Featuring a wide…


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Peak District Artisans Spring Arts Trail

Peak District Artisans showcases some of the very best professional artists and makers in the Peak.


Nature & Outdoors Offers

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Last Minute Availability in Grooms Cottage

Rare last-minute cottage availability in beautiful Castleton - perfect for 4 people looking for a countryside escape.


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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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Muddy Boots - The Bike & Boot

Stay at the Bike & Boot Peak District for 2 nights and receieve a complimentary picnic on our new Muddy Boots deal


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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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Bakewell to Chatsworth Walk

An interesting 6 or 8 mile walk through woods and fields to visit Chatsworth House in its setting beside the River Derwent


Hope Valley Cycle Routes - White Edge Loop

3 mile off-road cycling loop to White Edge Lodge through the Longshaw Estate.


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.


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.


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.


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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