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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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The Barrel Inn

A traditional Derbyshire country inn, dating back to 1597. With five en-suite bedrooms it is the perfect place to stay.


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The Chequers Inn, Froggatt Edge

A traditional Derbyshire inn with 7 en-suite bedrooms, large woodland garden, hand pulled local beer, secure cycle store, log burners and…


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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


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Cow Close Farm by Wild & Other

Restful, eco-friendly holiday cottages in a picturesque Derbyshire village, set in 20 acres of beautiful countryside.


Nature & Outdoors Events

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Tissington Gardens-National Garden Scheme

Situated in one of the Peak Districts prettiest villages and close to the Tissington Trail there's plenty to explore.


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Get Active Week at Chatsworth

Get Active week brings a big dose of movement and energy for little ones!


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Holymoorside Well Dressing

Well Dressings are a unique and ancient Derbyshire tradition consisting of pictures made of flowers, petals and leaves pressed into clay-covered…


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Garden Tales & Story Trails Week at Chatsworth

Garden Tales & Story Week offers families the chance to create illustrated story journeys inspired by the Chatsworth Garden


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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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.


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Summer Holidays at Go Ape Buxton

Looking for adventurous things to do this Summer in the Peak District? The stories you'll tell start here. Go Ape!


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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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Trails Triangle

Discover a rich industrial heritage and railway history on this cycle route near Ashbourne.


Rails trails and limestone dales cycle route

Discover limestone dales, a former railway and the historic plague village of Eyam.


Hope Valley Cycle Routes - Hope Valley and…

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


The Carsington Loop

Discover a tranquil landscape shaped by water on a beautiful circular cycling route.


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…


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!


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.


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