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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Wildhive at Callow Hall
Callow Hall is the first hotel from Wildhive, a new boutique hospitality brand deeply rooted in nature. Surrounded by 35 acres of wild open space, it…
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The Bareca at Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels
The Bareca (Bar-restaurant-café) is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner to both residents and non-residents serving a Mediterranean style menu,…
Open today: 11:00am - 11:00pm
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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
Open today: 11:00am - 11:00pm
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Bakewell Camping and Caravanning Club Site
The Peak District National Park is waiting to be explored from our Club Site at Bakewell, which is perfect for those wanting to escape the crowds.…
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Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire
Cafe & Cycle Hire on the Monsal Trail near Bakewell
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Beech Croft Farm Caravan & Camping Park and…
Beech Croft farm is a small, rural, friendly, family-run caravan and camping site located between Buxton & Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District…
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…
Nature & Outdoors Events
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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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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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Eyam Well Dressing
This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire and is the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made from natural materials.
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Wadshelf Well Dressing in the Making
Join in the fun and help create this year's Well Dressing
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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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.
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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.
Nature & Outdoors Trails
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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…
South Derbyshire Walk – Peek into the Past
An easy 6 mile walk, with lar reaching views, to the tranquil riverside village of Swarkestone.
Trails Triangle
Discover a rich industrial heritage and railway history on this cycle route near Ashbourne.
Nature & Outdoors Itineraries
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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.
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.
Day out from Stockport by bus – enjoy a walk in…
The High Peak is a haven for walkers, here are some of our favourites walks - hop on the High Peak 199 service and explore!
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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