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Visit Peak District & Derbyshire can't wait to welcome visitors back from 4 July, with extra safety measures in place.

Hathersage Moor is steeped in history and legend. In the middle of the moor is a small rocky plateau, which is home to one of the Peak District’s more enduring mysteries. Is Carl Wark, as the guidebooks say, an Iron Age hillfort, or is there yet more to discover about this enigmatic place? Blog by local photographer, Andy Hemingway 

Public health is our top priority and we encourage everyone to follow the official coronavirus UK guidance and resources.

Love is in the air, so why not come and celebrate in the Peak District and Derbyshire? There is no better time to sweep someone off their feet than on 14 February, the most romantic day of the year. If you're planning a trip to the Peak District and Derbyshire, you'll never be short of romantic things to do and places to stay! Whether you wish to take things at a slower pace or enjoy some of the area's best visitor attractions and outdoor activities, you will fall head over heels in love...

Delve into delicious food at these great restaurants in the Peak District and Derbyshire and pamper your palate in the process. Discover seasonal produce and imaginative dishes served in stunning surroundings.

Escape together on a romantic break in the Peak District and Derbyshire and fall head over heels for beautiful landscapes, dramatic countryside, quaint towns and villages and unique places to stay. Whether your idea of romance is adventurous or relaxing, you’ll find something to thrill your hearts at these romantic accommodation choices.

It’s not just the Bakewell Pudding that derives from Derbyshire, the county has its fair share of traditional dishes with a story to tell. From hearty Derbyshire Oatcakes to award-winning Hartington Stilton, you’ll find time-honoured recipes to tantalise your tastebuds. And no visit to the area would be complete without ticking them all off your list!

So loosen up your belt and prepare to taste your way around the Peak District and Derbyshire’s traditional local foods…

Aside from stunning landscapes, world-class attractions, idyllic towns and villages, magical events and adrenaline pumping activities, the Peak District and Derbyshire offers a range of new and exciting happenings every year. You may find yourself relaxing in a state-of-the-art spa hotel, rediscovering our hidden heritage or getting hands-on with unique experiences – there is so much to look forward to. Bring on 2020!

Walking in the Peak District and Derbyshire might be one of the best ways to explore, but it’s also guaranteed to work up your appetite! Luckily you won’t have to travel far to find somewhere special to rest your legs and recharge your batteries. These 6 pub walks in Derbyshire and the Peak District offer amazing views, a warm welcome, high quality food and local beer.

Carols, candles and markets – that’s right, Christmas is almost here! So, let’s get to feeling all festive with these amazing Christmas Events in Derbyshire and the Peak District.