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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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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Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire
Cafe & Cycle Hire on the Monsal Trail near Bakewell
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The Maynard
A beautifully refurbished 19 bedroom hotel with bar and restaurant based in Grindleford hosting spectacular views across the Peak District.
Open today: 8:00am - 11:30pm
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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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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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Riding House Farm Cottages
Recently converted farm cottages with stunning views over the Hope Valley. Superbly equipped, original beams and features. Situated in an historic…
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The Beeley Inn
Just a short walk from Chatsworth House, this Inn and its 18 beautiful en-suite bedrooms blend an idyllic village setting with contemporary comfort.
The Gentle Outdoors Events
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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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Wirksworth Open Gardens
Explore the hidden gardens and courtyards of the Derbyshire town of Wirksworth
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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…
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National Mills Weekend
Get ready for an unforgettable Sunday packed with energy, creativity, and history!
The Gentle Outdoors Trails
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Ashover walks - 'A Seat with a View' and Ashover…
Explore the countryside in and around Ashover Village.
Longdendale Trail
Cycle along a scenic former railway line that once ran between Manchester and Sheffield, passing idyllic reservoirs along the way.
The Gentle 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.
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…
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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