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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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Callow Top Holiday Park

Popular family holiday park within walking distance of Ashbourne. Swimming pool, play area, fishing. Pub serving good food & a wide selection of…


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Bring your horse on holiday to Hoe Grange

Unleash the adventure: bring your horse on holiday to explore the stunning Peak District with Hoe Grange Holidays.


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Leek Camping and Caravanning Club Site

In the Staffordshire Moorlands, our Club Site at Leek is perfect for walking or exploring the industrial heart of England, with the Peak District to…


Nature & Outdoors Events

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Hopton Hall Summer Opening of the Walled Garden…

Enjoy the beauty of our Walled Garden and watch artists at work during July's Month of Art


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Summer Explorers Club at Cromford Mills

Go wild at Cromford Mills this summer with an exciting programme of family-friendly adventures, hands-on activities and outdoor exploration.


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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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Hartington Well Dressing

This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire and is the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made from natural materials.


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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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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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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Rails trails and limestone dales cycle route

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


Whaley Bridge to Windgather Rocks Walk

This beautiful 6.6 mile walk takes you out of the historic town of Whaley Bridge to the mighty gritstone crag of Windgather Rocks (416m), offering…


Ladybower Reservoir Cycle Route

This scenic family-friendly cycling route takes you around part of Ladybower Reservoir in the Peak District's Upper Derwent Valley.


Nature & Outdoors Itineraries

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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…


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.


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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