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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
Sycamore tree against the backdrop of Adams Bridge
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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

The South front of Lyme, Cheshire seen from across the reflecting lake on a sunny summer's day.
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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
Visitor looking at a view across the water
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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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May half term: kite flying at Foremark 

Foremark, Derbyshire

Take to the sky and tick fly a kite off your '50 things to do before your 11 ¾' list at Foremark.

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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08:00 to 18:00
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Orienteering at Kedleston Hall 

Kedleston Hall, Derby, Derbyshire

Available daily, explore more of the parkland at Kedleston with a family friendly orienteering course. Using a map, choose your own route to find your way.

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24 May to 30 Nov 2025
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09:00 to 16:00
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May half term - Nature Journalling 

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

Sketch, colour, collect, explore and create your way closer to nature this May half term. We'll provide everything you need to create a beautiful nature journal, all you need to bring is your imagination and love of nature.

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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09:30 to 16:00
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May half term: meet the bees trail at Calke Abbey 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Join us this half term for a buzzing family adventure at Calke Abbey, as we celebrate nature's little heroes.

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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09:30 to 17:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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May Half Term at Hardwick 

Hardwick, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Come out to play in May! From maypole merriment to building your very own Hardwick, there’s something to keep all the kids entertained during half term.

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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09:30 to 17:30
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Ilam Park: Nature Journals 

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

Escape into nature at Ilam Park this May half term and capture it all in your own nature journal! Sketch the stunning views, colour in wildflowers, and collect found treasures. We'll provide everything you need, just bring your imagination!

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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10:00 to 14:30
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Fairy Tale Fun- May Half-Term 

Kedleston Hall, Derby, Derbyshire

In celebration of Derby Book Festival, enjoy familiar fairy tales in the Stableyard.

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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May Half-Term 

The Children’s Country House at Sudbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire

Join us this May half-term for a fun-filled week the whole family can enjoy!

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24 May to 1 Jun 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 8 other dates or times
Image shows three women enjoying a walk through the woodland on a summer's day.

Where will you visit next?

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