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Welcome to Peak District National Park
Discover Britain's original National Park, home to an amazingly diverse range of landscapes.
The Peak District was designated as a National Park in 1951 to conserve and enhance the area’s natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage. Combining a breathtaking mix of dramatic open landscapes, rolling dales, wild moorlands and picturesque villages, the National Park covers 555 square miles/1,435 kilometres - about the size of Greater London.
The Peak District National Park is home to an amazingly diverse range of landscapes, with expansive and dramatic panoramic views. It consists of two main areas – the Dark Peak with rugged, heather-clad moorland and soaring gritstone edges, and the White Peak, with its gentler landscape of lush pastures, dales and winding river valleys.
With the vibrant cities of Sheffield and Manchester on its fringes, the Peak District is one of the UK's most accessible National Parks. It offers a wealth of outdoor activities including walking, cycling, climbing, horse riding, caving and watersports for people of all ages and abilities.
The Peak District also has lots of safe, traffic-free cycling trails on former railway lines, including the popular Monsal and Tissington Trails. Quintessentially English villages in the Peak District include Ashford in the Water, Hartington, Eyam and Edensor, whilst the vibrant market towns of Bakewell, Ashbourne and Buxton are not to be missed. The Peak District also has a wealth of historic house, including one of England’s finest, Chatsworth, and Haddon Hall, one of England’s best-preserved medieval houses.
Start planning your Peak District break and discover great places to stay, see and explore. Inspired by the London tube map, this stylised interpretation of the Peak District National Park has been specially commissioned to commemorate our 75th anniversary - download the Peak District National Park map.
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District, with stunning views…
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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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The Maynard Restaurant
The Maynard restaurant is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the Peak District.
Open today: 8:00am - 9:30pm
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District, with stunning views…
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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.
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The Maynard Restaurant
The Maynard restaurant is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the Peak District.
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Barn Cottage - Bakewell
A delightful detached barn conversion that is full of charm and character, a perfect holiday destination for a discerning couple. The cottage is…
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Parsley Hay Cycle Hire Centre
The ideal starting point to exploring some of the Peak District's most popular trails.
Hob Hurst's House
A square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch, named after a local goblin
Padley Gorge
You'd be hard pushed to find a more magical spot than Padley Gorge. With gently flowing streams and tumbling waterfalls in a woodland setting
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Ashbourne Bike Hire
Ashbourne bike hire centre is situated at the southern end of the Tissington Trail just outside Ashbourne town centre.
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa - Restaurant & Bar
With uninterrupted views of the Peak District National Park, our Head Chef and his team are sourcing local produce and preparing quality cuisine with…
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Peak Cavern: 'The Devil's Arse'
Peak Cavern is a spectacular natural cavern containing historic rope works offering guided tours and hosting regular concerts and events
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Croft House Barn
Croft House Barn is a very comfortable, Gold awarded, 17th Century cottage in Waterfall. Comfortably sleeps 6 in three en-suite bedrooms, one on the…
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Middle Farm Holiday Cottages
We have 2 self catering holiday cottages - Maigold Cottage and Albertine Barn. They are situated in a rural hamlet of Brushfield, in the heart of the…
Our Great Itineraries
Find your Centre with the ultimate wellness break
At the centre of wellness, culture and the great outdoors, this 2-day itinerary provides a taste of the Peak District & Derbyshire for those who…
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.
Experiences in Peak District National Park
White Water Paddleboarding Coaching for Improvers
Ready to elevate your white water SUP skills? Join our WW SUP improver course today and take your paddling to the next level. Whether you’re aiming…
Prices from £60
Beyond the Edge - Introduction to Navigation 2 day
This two day beginners’ navigation course is great fun, and gives you the basics to be competent on walks on paths around the Peak District and…
Prices from £165 pp
Full Day Private Guided SUPing with Lost Earth…
The price is based on a minimum of 2 people - try Stand Up Paddle Boarding for a fun day out
Prices from £179 per person
Events in Peak District National Park
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Summer Saturdays at Peak Village
Enjoy free, family-friendly, themed making sessions, and live music too -Saturdays in August
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Scotsman's Village Festival 2026
Our much loved Scotsman's Village Festival is back and we can't wait to welcome you!
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Halloween Cocktail Night at the Cat & Fiddle
Taking place in our cosy, yet ever so slightly spooky Distillery Bar at The Cat & Fiddle. We will be showcasing all things spooky - with Halloween…
Trails in the National Park
Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
Celebrating 75 Years of the National Park
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75th Anniversary Ranger Walk - Shutlingsloe
The Summit of Shutlingsloe, Cheshire's Matterhorn
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