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The Gentle Outdoors

Discover the area at your own pace and enjoy the gentle outdoors in the Peak District and Derbyshire.

Britain's original National Park, the Peak District, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, but you don't need to be an adrenaline junkie to enjoy all the area has to offer. The Peak District and Derbyshire is home to some of the world's most beautiful traffic-free cycle trails, accessible footpaths and easy-going activities to suit all ages and abilities. Whatever you're looking for, you're sure to find it here!

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Belper River Gardens

Located within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage site adjacent to Strutt's historic North Mill the riverside promenade allows flat easy access…


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Bluebell Dairy

A family farm with calves, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, a pony, a donkey and guinea pigs for everyone to come and meet.


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Churchdale Farm

Churchdale Farm is a wonderful Peak District National Park holiday base.  It offers three 5 star Gold Award self-catering holiday cottages,


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Blakelow Farm

Peak District luxury getaways at Blakelow Farm. Set in Winster with glorious views towards Chatsworth House & Park. Dog friendly with paddock &…


The Gentle Outdoors Events

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Riverside Tai Chi at Chatsworth

A Tai Chi session in the park by the River Derwent.


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Longshaw Sheepdog Trials

The oldest continuous trials in the country and a much-loved local tradition, taking place in the Peak District since 1898.


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Chatsworth Young Farmers

Spend an afternoon helping the farmyard team with their daily jobs, from collecting eggs to grooming the animals.


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Rural Olympics

Get ready for an action-packed day of fun and competition at the Carsington Water Rural Olympics!


The Gentle Outdoors Offers

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June & July at Milkmaid's Cottage Castleton…

Milkmaid's Cottage sleeps two guests 3 nights for the price of two June and July


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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!


The Gentle Outdoors Trails

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High Peak Trail

A 17.5 mile walking, cycling and horse-riding route.


Upper Peak Forest Canal

Enjoy a scenic route along the upper part of the Peak Forest Canal, a once-bustling industrial hub in the Goyt Valley.


Monsal Trail

An iconic traffic free route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users.


The Gentle Outdoors Itineraries

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Discover Derbyshire's hidden food and garden gems

Explore the Peak District and Derbyshire’s hidden food and garden gems on this fabulous 3-day itinerary around Bakewell, Baslow and Pilsley.


How to spend 48 hours in Bakewell

This itinerary is based in the historic market town of Bakewell, famed for its sweet confection, and includes some Peak District classics!


Car-free guide: A train tour of the Goyt Valley

Just a short hop on the train from Manchester and Sheffield, this picturesque corner of the county is waiting to be discovered.


Day trip from Sheffield: Exploring the Hope…

Offering some of the best views and most picturesque villages in the country, Derbyshire's iconic Hope Valley is one of the best-loved parts of the…


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