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!
Featured The Gentle Outdoors Businesses
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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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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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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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Mam Tor - Shivering Mountain
Mam Tor, meaning ‘Mother Hill’, is a 517 metre high hill near Castleton in the High Peak area of Derbyshire and is one of the most famous walks in…
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The Cupola Kitchen, Visitor Centre & Rooms
Welcome to The Cupola Café - Bar - Pizza - Grill - Rooms- Tourist Info & Shop. A modern, stylish café/bar, free to park, open daily for breakfast,…
Alport Heights
A popular picnic site and local landmark with extensive views of the Derwent and Ecclesbourne Valleys.
The Gentle Outdoors Events
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Santa Specials 2026
Climb aboard a Santa Special at Midland Railway – Butterley and enjoy a magical Christmas train journey. Meet Santa on board, receive a gift, enjoy…
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Hopton Hall Summer Opening of the Walled Garden…
Enjoy the beauty of our gardens and watch artists at work during July's Month of Art
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Peak District Ultra Challenge
Push yourself further in the fabulous Peak District National Park!
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Hopton Hall Snowdrop Walk
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hopton Hall's renowned Snowdrop Walk.
The Gentle Outdoors Trails
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Biddulph Valley Way
A 4.5 mile flat surfaced path ideal for walkers, cyclists and horseriders.
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Monsal Trail
An iconic traffic free route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users.
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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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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.
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!
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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