Nature & Outdoors
Connect with nature and get away from it all in Britain's original National Park.
Connecting to nature is deeper than just spending time outside; it is about feeling part of the natural world and not separate from it. Whether you're looking for outdoor activities such as walking, climbing and caving, or somewhere to switch off and relax after a day of exploring, the Peak District and Derbyshire is the ultimate base for a nature inspired holiday.
Taking a walk or cycle ride around one of Derbyshire or the Peak District’s reservoirs such as Carsington Water, Tittesworth Reservoir, Ladybower Reservoir or Derwent Reservoir, is a lovely way to spend a day. With their flat surfaces and easy-going, level routes, they can provide the perfect place for a circular waterside walk.
You’ll be spoilt for choice with lots of hills to climb and dales to explore too, with crystal-clear rivers at iconic beauty spots such as Lathkill Dale and Dovedale attracting visitors from near and far.
A walk along one of the Peak District or Derbyshire’s canals or rivers are often full of interesting local wildlife, beautiful views and more often than not they come with a rich history too. As well as providing peaceful tranquil and laid-back walks, rivers and canals in the Peak District and Derbyshire also have connections to the Industrial Revolution.
Start planning your nature inspired adventure today.
Featured Nature & Outdoors Businesses
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Edale Gathering
The Gathering opened in 2016 and has been 5* rated on Tripadvisor ever since. Located at the top of Edale valley on a private farm.
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Callow Top Holiday Park
Popular family holiday park within walking distance of Ashbourne. Swimming pool, play area, fishing. Pub serving good food & a wide selection of…
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Hoe Grange Holidays
4 award winning log cabins set on a working farm with stunning views of the White Peak countryside. Unwind in the hot tub or log-fired sauna. Dogs…
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Elvaston Castle Country Park
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Shipley Country Park
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George's Cottage
Experience the charm of a traditional 19th Century Peak District cottage. Nestled in the heart of Derbyshire, stunning views and a tranquil escape.
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Shaw Farm Static Caravan Park
Static Caravan Holiday Accommodation set on a working farm in the Peak District. Each holiday home is fully equipped for 6 people, has free WiFi plus…
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Yorkshire Bridge Inn
Situated in the beautiful Hope Valley, the Yorkshire Bridge Inn is a family owned multi award winning inn located just a short stroll from Ladybower…
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myGuidedWalks
Award winning private bespoke guiding, walking and nature based experience days, group walks and navigation training across the Peak District and…
Nature & Outdoors Events
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Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival
A variety of beautiful local walks, mostly free, to suit various abilities and interests all over the Staffordshire Moorlands.
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Chesterfield Area Walking Festival
Enjoy the Chesterfield Area on foot, discovering our moorlands including Big Moor with its stone circles, searching out wildflowers in ancient…
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Goat kid feeding experience at Chatsworth Farmyard
A special opportunity to bottle feed and cuddle our goat kids in the farmyard. Includes access to the farmyard and playground and a bag of animal…
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Keeping pigs at Chatsworth
Learn more about how to care for pigs while enjoying an interesting and educational day out with a difference.
Nature & Outdoors Trails
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Hope Valley Cycle Routes - Hope Valley and…
Experience Dark Peak villages and gritstone edges on this 13 mile cycle route.
Rails trails and limestone dales cycle route
Discover limestone dales, a former railway and the historic plague village of Eyam.
Derby Cycle Routes - Elvaston and Swarkestone
Two popular cycle routes starting from Derby city centre.
Nature & 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: 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…
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