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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Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels at Bike & Boot
A new Leisure Hotel brand for the 21st century - welcoming walkers, dog owners, cyclists and adventurers to the Peak District
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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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Peter Fidler Nature Reserve
Peter Fidler Reserve sits on the former Bolsover Coal Mine South Tip. The tip has been transformed with a number of valuable habitats
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Sandybrook Lodges
Sandybrook Lodges provide luxury self catering lodges (some with hot tubs) on our 5 star holiday park. With just 53 lodges Sandybrook is a small…
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Dovestone Holiday Park
Dovestone Park borders the beautiful Peak District National Park, is some 3 miles from the Pennine Way and nestles at the foot of Dovestone reservoir…
Nature & Outdoors Events
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Autumnal Floral Centrepiece Workshop
Celebrate the beauty of autumn by creating a seasonal centrepiece for your home, complete with flowers and foliage from the Chatsworth Kitchen and…
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Bluebells School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Are you ready to step into a world of magic, pumpkins, and spellbinding fun? your favourite Farm Park in Derbyshire, is being transformed into the…
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Estate Walks
Take in some of the best views and discover fascinating stories about Chatsworth on a guided walk.
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Christmas Wreath Making
Make a festive wreath using foliage, cones and berries from the Chatsworth Estate. Includes house and garden entry.
Nature & Outdoors Offers
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Something for the Weekend at The Bike and Boot
Stay 2/3 nights at the weekend & get your cheapest night 1/2 price!
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eTrike Tours with PeakePedals
10% discount on our new eTrike tours in the Peak District designed for people looking for an easy fun way to see the National Park
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15% Treetop Challenge Family Discount at Go Ape…
15% off Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Buxton
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10% off at Hayloft & Byre cottages
Relax and unwind at these beautiful holiday cottages in the Peak District Rural - tranquility in the middle of everywhere
Nature & Outdoors Trails
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Matlock Cycle Routes - Up Hill and Down Dale
Discover a landscape full of heritage with breathtaking views.
Cycling around Bakewell - Hassop to Monsal Head
Journey 7 miles to the iconic view across Monsal Dale.
Cycling around Bakewell - Limestone Loop
Experience a typical White Peak landscape on this 18 mile cycle ride
Higger Tor & Carl Wark
Explore the spectacular terrain on the plateau of Higger Tor and the nearby tor of Carl Wark, regarded as an Iron Age hill fort.
Nature & Outdoors Itineraries
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Day out from Stockport by bus – enjoy a walk in…
The High Peak is a haven for walkers, here are some of our favourites walks - hop on the High Peak 199 service and explore!
Walk The White Peak Loop in 4 days
A long distance walking challenge of just over 42 miles that runs through the most beautiful areas of Derbyshire & the Peak District.
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…
A Day out in the National Forest by bus
The Diamond 22 bus service takes you into the heart of the National Forest.
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