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Visiting the Hope Valley by bus

Why not use the bus instead of the car to explore the Hope Valley this February half term? Local businesses are offering some great discounts if you travel to them by bus, from discounted bike hire to free coffee with your cake.

The Peak District's beautiful Hope Valley is a great place to visit with affordable half-term activities that are easily accessible by bus, and you can make the most of the Government’s £2 price cap on single bus fares too! Plus, you'll be doing your bit to reduce your carbon footprint by enjoying a car-free day out.

Lots of friendly local businesses are supporting visitors and residents to #UseTheBus by offering discounts from 11th-24th February 2023. To help you plan your car-free visit, we've compiled some handy information highlighting where you can travel to on the great network of buses across the Hope Valley.

Don't delay, hop on the bus today!

Find out more about the Travelling Light campaign and the Hope Valley Climate Action project here.

For details of bus routes and timetables, please visit our Travelling by bus page.


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A great day out on the bus

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Itineraries Day trip from Sheffield: Exploring the Hope Valley by bus

Places to visit

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Business Directory Peveril Castle

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Business Directory Castleton Visitor Centre

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Business Directory Treak Cliff Cavern

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Business Directory Hathersage Swimming Pool (outdoor)

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Business Directory Bike Garage

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Business Directory David Mellor Visitor Centre

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Business Directory Padley Gorge

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Business Directory Ladybower Reservoir

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Business Directory Kinder Scout

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Business Directory Mam Tor - Shivering Mountain

Places to eat and drink

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Business Directory Bank House Hathersage

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Business Directory Food at The George

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Business Directory The George

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Business Directory Yorkshire Bridge Inn

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Business Directory Scotsman's Pack Inn

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Business Directory The Maynard

Great walks from bus stops

Kinder Walk

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Trails Hathersage to Stanage Edge Walk

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Trails The Kinder Loop - Rushup Edge to Ladybower Reservoir bridleway

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Trails Castleton, Mam Tor & The Great Ridge Walk

Other car-free days out

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There's so much to see and do near this iconic Derbyshire market town, famed for its crooked spire.


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Car-free guide: 48 hours in the Hope Valley

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Just a short hop on the train from Manchester and Sheffield, this picturesque corner of the county is waiting to be discovered.


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