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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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Upper Derwent Valley

The Peak District National Park's Upper Derwent Valley is known for its majestic reservoirs, spectacular scenery, peaceful forests and wild open…


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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…


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Beyond The Edge

One of the UK's most experienced providers of hill and mountain activities.


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Ashbourne Bike Hire

Ashbourne bike hire centre is situated at the southern end of the Tissington Trail just outside Ashbourne town centre.


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Wessington Orchard Markets at Amber Valley…

Delicious local food, drink and locally hand-crafted items, amazing coffee and hot food and a relaxing place to be.


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Monsal Metric Marathon & Half Marathon

26.2 and 13.1 - but not as you know them. Welcome to the Monsal Metric Marathon and Half Marathon


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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.


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.


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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!


Nature & Outdoors Trails

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The Kinder Loop - Hadfield to Rushup bridleway

A beautiful horse-riding route through the heart of the Peak District.


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…


Matlock to Darley Bridge and Oker via White Peak…

This lovely 8.2 km (5.1 miles) walk starts and ends in the centre of bustling Matlock, yet very quickly takes you out into the surrounding peaceful…


Hope Valley & Hucklow MTB route

This ride takes you through classic dark peak climbs and descents with breathtaking views.


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…


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.


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!


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