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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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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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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Saints Meadow
A perfect escape: Luxury wooden retreat cabins in the rolling hills of the Derbyshire Dales.
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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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Peak District Mining Museum
Discover the life of a Derbyshire Lead Miner. Investigate the equipment the miners used to extract the lead ore from the ground, clamber and crawl…
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The Cavendish Hotel
Situated on the Chatsworth Estate, The Cavendish Hotel’s location is arguably its greatest asset, offering unrivalled access to all that the Peak…
The Gentle Outdoors Offers
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New Years Eve Dinner at Bareca Peak District
Join us for an exquisite 4 course dinner to ring in the New Year
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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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Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
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.
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: 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…
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.
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