Peak District and Derbyshire

an exterior shot of the kedleston in the sunshine — A sunny afternoon with a view

Historic houses, arts and crafts cottages and the spectacular Peak District make up this varied part of the Midlands.

Places to visit

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Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops and countryside locations are open. Many houses are also open to visit. Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. At quieter times such as weekdays, booking shouldn't be necessary, but to guarantee entry we recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and bank holidays.

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Walking

Walks in the Peak District

Uncover hidden history and wildlife on walks around the Peak District.

Visitors in the garden at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Walks in Derbyshire

Explore the parklands of the places we care for in Derbyshire.

Gardens in the Peak District and Derbyshire

Discover the charms of the varied gardens at the places in our care across Derbyshire and the Peaks

Gardens to explore

Places we care for

Calke Abbey

The un-stately home and country estate With peeling paintwork and overgrown courtyards, Calke Abbey tells the story of the dramatic decline of a country house estate.

Hardwick Hall

A spectacular Elizabethan house filled with rich furnishings and tapestries preserved by successive generations of the Devonshire family.

Kedleston Hall

18th-century mansion with spectacular interiors and vast parkland.

The Peak District

Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak

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

Kinder and the Dark Peak

The wild Pennine moorlands are of international importance for their populations of breeding birds and mosaic of habitats.

Longshaw

Excellent walking country with ancient woods and tumbling streams

Lyme

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

Marsden Moor

Take a walk on the wild side and enjoy the rugged moorland landscape.

Visitors enjoy picnics and sunshine in the Stableyard at Hardwick — The Stableyard has plenty of space for picnics

The top picnic spots in Peak District and Derbyshire

Whether it's a family day out, a gathering of friends, or a romantic date for two, here are a few of our top picnic locations near you to enjoy this season.

Find the best spots near you