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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Hoe Grange Gorgeous Glamping Pods and Gypsy…
Go glamping in style with stunning views of the Peak District countryside from your pillow. Spacious ensuite shower and every luxury you need for a…
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Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
Discover Poole’s Cavern, Buxton’s Hidden Wonder. Take a Journey beneath the earth with our expert guides who will reveal the amazing stories of…
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Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels at Bike & Boot
A new Leisure Hotel brand for the 21st century - welcoming walkers, dog owners, cyclists and adventurers to the Peak District
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Shaw Farm Static Caravan Park
Static Caravan Holiday Accommodation set on a working farm in the Peak District. Each holiday home is fully equipped for 6 people, has free WiFi plus…
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Yorkshire Bridge Inn
Located near beautiful Ladybower Reservoir and surrounded by some of the most spectacular countryside in the Peak District.
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Eyam Moor Stone Circles
Eyam Moor is the location for one freestanding and two embanked stone circles.
Stone Edge
Stone Edge (pronounced 'Stanege' locally) is a pretty area of countryside with a stunning view across the valley to Chesterfield.
Nature & Outdoors Events
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75th Anniversary Ranger Walk - Nature Walk
Discover the benefits of mindfulness and walking in nature to health and well-being in everyday life
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Historic Waterways Tour at Chatsworth
Celebrating the Cascade - Join our landscape team on a walking tour of Stand Wood to Chatsworth Garden, exploring the historic waterways.
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Bollington Well Dressing
Well Dressing is a Derbyshire tradition where communities create floral mosaics around wells, blending art & nature to celebrate water, & heritage.
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Pruning and Grafting Workshop
Pruning and grafting workshop to learn hands-on techniques from local experts
Nature & Outdoors Offers
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Riverside Retreat Late Availiability and Discount
For stays until 31st March you’ll receive 25% off 3, 4 or 7 night stays.
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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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Bike & Boot New Sharing Dishes for 2026
Until the end of March, we’re celebrating our unique sharing dishes – to be shared by two or more. And we’ve added some new ones too, including:The…
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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
Nature & Outdoors Trails
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Cycling around Bakewell - The Monsal Trail
Cycle a stunning 18 miles along this iconic traffic free route near Bakewell.
Walking trail - Howden Reservoir
If you’re after a relaxing walk which allows you to soak up some of the Peak District’s natural beauty, without climbing a single hill, the walk to…
Woo Dale Circular Walk from Buxton Station
A lovely circular walk exploring this little-known dale starting and ending from Buxton station.
Nature & Outdoors Itineraries
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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.
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…
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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