The Peak District

Frosty view across to Kinder Scout, High Peak, Derbyshire — Get away from the crowds on a winter walk in the High Peak

Man walking in snow on a winter walk at Lyme, Cheshire — Take in the fresh air on a crisp winter's day

From the great views on Mam Tor and Kinder Scout, to Longshaw's woodlands, and the limestone gorges of Dovedale and Ilam Park.

Places to visit

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Family walking dogs — Enjoy walking your dog in the woodland

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit

We're reopening the places you love, gradually, safely and in step with government advice. Our houses, gardens and parklands remain closed for now, in line with the rules about ticketed venues. But we're opening some of our coast and countryside car parks in England, so you can get out into green spaces. You'll need to book for some of them. Some coast and countryside car parks in Northern Ireland will start to reopen from 27 May. For now, all car parks in Wales have to remain closed on government advice. Read this article to find out what's open, how you can visit, and what to expect from your visit.

How to book your visit

To enjoy at home

Cakes to bake at home

As we all find ourselves at home more, what better way to keep ourselves smiling than the smell and taste of homemade cakes? Here are eight recipes for you to try, let us know how you get on. #NTMidlands

Outdoor fun

50 things to do before you're 11¾ is a great list of outdoor activities for all ages to enjoy. Some might take a little imagination to complete while we're all at home, but we bet you can give them a go.

Midlands wildlife spotter guides

Download these free wildlife spotter sheets to see what butterflies and birds you can see in your gardens this spring and later in the year dragonflies & damselflies too.

Purple sweet pea in front of the Head Gardener's house at Shugborough

Photographing spring colour in the Midlands

As the months are getting warmer, bright colours are finally starting to emerge. Volunteer photographer Christine Novelli Harding has some top tips to teach you how to capture the perfect spring shots.