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Derbyshire and the Peak District has been nominated for 'Best UK Holiday Region' at the British Travel Awards 2018. To celebrate the area that brought us Well Dressings, Bakewell Pudding and Britain's first National Park, we pick 16 top reasons why you should vote for the Peak District and Derbyshire to win!

There aren't many places where you can watch thrilling grand ring attractions, try your hand at fly fishing, see celebrity chefs in action and buy the latest country clothing – all in one day. But there's nothing quite like the annual Chatsworth Country Fair, one of England's most spectacular outdoor events. Here's our pick of the five things you must tick off your list when visiting...

There are few things more quintessentially British than afternoon tea with delicate sandwiches, cakes and scones, freshly-brewed tea and elegant crockery. Whether you're after a stylish setting or cosy surroundings, here’s our pick of the best places to enjoy afternoon tea in Derbyshire and the Peak District…

Open space, fresh air and plenty of fun things to do - camping holidays are a great adventure for the whole family. Whether you’re planning your first trip or are seasoned campers in search of useful tips, Visit Peak District and Derbyshire has partnered with The Camping and Caravanning Club to create this handy guide.

Looking for inspiration for the school holidays – and beyond? Here's our pick of 11 family-friendly places to visit in the Peak District and Derbyshire, from stately homes to captivating show caverns, for a day out to remember...

Fresh air, fantastic views and the chance to simply ‘get away from it all’ whilst exploring new areas are just some of the reasons touring holidays are great – and there’s never been a better time to book a camping or caravanning holiday in the Peak District. The Camping and Caravanning Club is the world’s oldest and largest club for all forms of camping and here, in the Peak District and Derbyshire, there are five fantastic sites to choose from. From the best local walks to fantastic facilities, here’s our simple guide to the Camping and Caravanning Club’s sites in the local area...

Time spent exploring the Peak District & Derbyshire, soaking up the landscapes and villages, wouldn’t be quite complete without trying a locally brewed beer or two. Luckily, the Peak District & Derbyshire have loads of fantastic breweries, so here’s just a handful of locally produced real ales to add to your ‘must-try’ list:

How many have you sampled...?

Enjoying a refreshing pint, sharing previously undiscovered cheeses, sipping on a glass of bubbly…how do you enjoy food on holiday? When exploring a new place, tucking into tasty local treasures can be just as exciting as the big outdoors, but if you’re not local, you’ll need a guide to show you where to eat. Whether you’re indulging, wanting to try the best of the best, or have a dietary requirement, we’re here to help! Using our local knowledge, we’ve collated THE list of places to eat, sharing all of our best kept secrets and making your local dining experience in the Peak District & Derbyshire a piece of cake!

Upon hearing the words ‘cottage in the Peak District’, a certain mental image springs to mind. This daydream often involves cosy evenings inside rustic stone exteriors, wooden beams and dinners in a country kitchen. Within this dream-world you’ll naturally place yourself on a sofa by the fire, glass of wine in hand, soaking up the peacefulness of the countryside, having had a great hike earlier that day - We’ve all been there...

The Derbyshire countryside and Peak District National Park have some of the best locations for landscape photography in the country. There are deep valleys, remains of a coral reef, beautiful ravines and some truly expansive views. There’re so many diverse and different places to capture in the Peak District but we thought we’d start you off with the top ten locations for landscape photography in the Peak District, just as a starting point…