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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
Back of Kedleston Hall in spring
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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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Place

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
A view of the water tower, positioned on a slight grassy hill with a large tree to the left 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

Fully 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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Festival of Blossom at Calke Abbey 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Celebrate the joy of blossom at Calke Abbey between March and May.

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11 Mar to 23 May 2025
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09:30 to 17:00
+ 73 other dates or times
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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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11 Mar to 31 Mar 2025
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11:00 to 15:00
+ 20 other dates or times
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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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11 Mar to 30 Apr 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 50 other dates or times
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Nature's Home: Bird of the Month display at Calke Abbey 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Discover the fascinating world of birds through our Bird of the Month display inside the house.

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11 Mar to 2 Nov 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 236 other dates or times
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Free Wednesday Social Walks 

Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors, near Sheffield, Derbyshire

Come along each Wednesday morning for a free social walk around Longshaw, led by experienced guides who know the area.

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12 Mar to 30 Jul 2025
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10:30 to 13:00
+ 20 other dates or times
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Rooftop tours 

Hardwick, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Join our informative guides on an exclusive rooftop tour of Hardwick Hall and lookover the Derbyshire countryside from above.

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12 Mar to 26 Mar 2025
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11:00 to 12:30
+ 5 other dates or times
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Nature Tots 

Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors, near Sheffield, Derbyshire

Mini-explorers and their adults are invited to take part in fun outdoor activities at Longshaw.

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13 Mar to 14 Aug 2025
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09:45 to 11:45
+ 11 other dates or times
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National Lottery Open Week at Hardwick 

Hardwick, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Free entry for National Lottery Open Week with a valid National Lottery ticket, Instant Win Game, or scratchcard (physical or digital).

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15 Mar to 23 Mar 2025
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09:30 to 16:30
+ 8 other dates or times
A family in the garden in spring surrounded by daffodils at Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire

Where will you visit next?

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