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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Amber Valley Wines
A small family run vineyard close to the edge of the Peak District in the lovely village of Wessington in the beautiful Amber Valley.
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Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire
Cafe & Cycle Hire on the Monsal Trail near Bakewell
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Matlock Farm Park Riding School
Enjoy horse riding in the beautiful surroundings of Matlock Farm Park, with views over to Riber Castle.
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Mulino Lodge - Farm & Retreat
Secluded lodge and glamping pods on a Peak District pasture farm, with stunning, panoramic views towards Carsington Water. Peaceful, rural, and just…
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Brosterfield Farm
Brosterfield Farm is located in the heart of the Peak District, in a little village called Foolow. With the perfect location close to Eyam,…
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Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire Monsal Trail
Cycle hire from the start of the magnificent Monsal Trail, 3 miles from Buxton.
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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…
The Gentle 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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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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Tansley Village Scarecrows 2026!
Follow the fun, family friendly trail around the village and enjoy imaginative scarecrow displays.
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Victorian Train Weekend at Midland Railway…
Step back in time and experience the golden age of rail travel with Victorian trains, heritage carriages, and costumed volunteers bringing the past…
The Gentle Outdoors Trails
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Hartington - The Dales of the River Dove Walk
This beautiful walk starts and ends in the pretty Peak District village of Hartington and takes you beside the sparkling River Dove through some of…
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…
Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
South Derbyshire Walk – Peek into the Past
An easy 6 mile walk, with lar reaching views, to the tranquil riverside village of Swarkestone.
The Gentle Outdoors Itineraries
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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!
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.
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.
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…
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