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Peak District and Derbyshire

Explore the wind-swept peaks and far-reaching views of the first National Park or visit the wider county of Derbyshire for historic houses, fragrant gardens and wild countryside adventures.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in the Peak District and Derbyshire

View of the west side of the house behind trees with blue skies above.
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Calke Abbey 

The un-stately home and country estate

Derby, Derbyshire

Partially open today
View of Hardwick in spring from the ornamental orchard with blossom on.
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Hardwick 

An Elizabethan masterpiece

Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Fully open today
Adams bridge ridge in the snow at Kedleston
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Kedleston Hall 

18th-century mansion with Adam interiors, colonial history and vast parkland

Derby, Derbyshire

Fully open today
A child walking along a fallen tree holding an adult's hand with another child playing on a tree in the background
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Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors 

Excellent walking country with ancient woods and tumbling streams

near Sheffield, Derbyshire

Fully open today
A view over the Italian gardens at Ilam Park looking out to the hills of the White Peak with Thorpe Cloud in the distance
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Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak 

The White Peak, including Ilam Park, Dovedale, and Hamps and Manifold Valleys

Ashbourne, Staffordshire

Fully open today
View from the top of Jacobs Ladder, Kinder Scout, Derbyshire
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Kinder, Edale and the Dark Peak 

Heather-clad moors of Kinder, to the gritstone tors of Derwent Edge

Derbyshire

A view of Lyme house covered in snow. The house can be seen in the frozen reflection pond.
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Lyme 

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

Stockport, Cheshire

Fully open today
Image shows a path next to trees leading up to the water tower at Staunton Harold.
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Staunton Harold 

Countryside space with wildflower meadows, woodland walks and open water

Melbourne, Derbyshire

Fully open today
Image shows a bench overlooking the reservoir next to a tree trunk.
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Foremark 

Nature reserve with woodland walks, grass heathland and open water

Derbyshire

Partially open today

Walking in Derbyshire and the Peak District

Get outdoors and enjoy some of the most spectacular walks in the country

Two hills in the background and rolling green fields with grazing sheep in the foreground on a sunny winter day
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Trail

Ilam Park to Wetton circular walk 

A scenic walk from Ilam Hall and Park that goes via the River Manifold and River Hamps, taking in stunning views of limestone rock formations on the way.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 10 (km: 16)
A steep sided mountain with a valley below in low early evening light. Two walkers in silhouette are just about discernible on the top of the mountain.
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Trail

Mam Tor circular walk 

This circular walk from Mam Tor in the Peak District takes in some of the most dramatic scenery in the Edale Valley.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 3 (km: 4.8)
A rugged landscape of stone and bog with hills stretching into the distance

See all the walks near you 

Discover the best walking routes around the Peak District and Derbyshire for walkers of all abilities, from peaks and lakeside paths to expanses of moorland.

Get involved

A photo of a volunteer dressed in a hooded coat and wearing gloves looking at a sphagnum moss plug with volunteers working in the background

Volunteering in the Peak District and Derbyshire 

There are lots of ways to get involved and make a difference as a volunteer in the Peak District and Derbyshire, from conserving nature to telling the stories of historic houses and estates.

Two children walking down the stone steps outside the south front at Kedleston Hall, Derbyshire.
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Supporter groups in the Peak District and Derbyshire 

Find out about the supporter groups you can join in Derbyshire and the Peak District. Choose from the Peak District Centre, Mudlarks NTV Group, East Midlands NTV Group, Sheffield Association, South Derbyshire NTV Group and the Derby & District Members’ Group.

Sustainable Travel

Cycling at Kinver Edge, Staffordshire
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Sustainable travel in the Peak District and Derbyshire 

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in the Peak District & Derbyshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Upcoming events

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Join Arkwright the Duck on an adventure at Foremark 

Foremark, Derbyshire

Pull on your wellies, wrap up warm and join Arkwright the Duck on an adventure at Foremark.

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1 Mar to 9 Mar 2025
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Join Arkwright the Duck on an adventure at Staunton Harold 

Staunton Harold, Melbourne, Derbyshire

Pull on your wellies, wrap up warm and join Arkwright the Duck on an adventure at Staunton Harold.

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Join Fearless Flynn on an adventure at Calke Abbey 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Pull on your wellies, wrap up warm and join Fearless Flynn and his friends on an adventure at Calke Abbey.

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Dovedale Winter: Dovedale Big Bird Count Trail 

Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak, Ashbourne, Staffordshire

Take flight and discover the many birds of Dovedale National Nature Reserve!

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Ilam Park Winter: Wonderful Winter Birds 

Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak, Ashbourne, Staffordshire

Get ready for a feathered adventure this February Half term and explore Ilam Park with our self-led bird trail.

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1 Mar to 9 Mar 2025
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Material Power: Let the textiles do the talking 

Hardwick, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

A celebration of tapestry, embroidery and appliqué. Discover how Bess of Hardwick’s exquisite textile collection tells her story.

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1 Mar to 31 Mar 2025
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Blossom tunnels at Calke Abbey 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Travel underground to the tunnels and take in a special display of blossom.

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This Girl Codes Showcase 

Hardwick, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

View exciting new artworks and explore the world of digital arts and engineering through a series of fun workshops.

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2 Mar 2025
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Visitors enjoying a winter walk at Petworth, West Sussex with snowdrops in the foreground

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.