Wildlife at Kinder, Edale and the High Peak
From valley floors to wooded cloughs and upland peat moors, we are working to improve nature across the Kinder, Edale, Snake and Upper Derwent areas of the Dark Peak.
What to expect
Our outdoor spaces remain open for local communities for their daily form of exercise. Please read this article to find everything you need to know about what is open and what to expect from your time spent in the High Peak. We strongly urge people to follow the latest national lockdown information from the government to help keep you and others safe.
Time well spent in the outdoors
If you are planning a visit to stretch your legs and look after your health and wellbeing, head this way for top tips and practical advice to make sure your time in the outdoors is safe and enjoyable
Reconnect to nature this spring
Find time to reconnect with nature and discover all those uplifting signs of spring.
Repairing the Pennine Way
Discover more about how our Estate Team have helped to repair the popular Pennine Way.
Summer walking in the Dark Peak
Summer is a great time of year to get out on the hills. Here's some useful walking advice if you're thinking of exploring the Dark Peak.
Respect your environment: Be Fire Aware
Look after the places you love by exploring the Peak District National Park responsibly - be fire aware.
Winter wanders in the High Peak
Discover winter wanders around the picturesque pockets of the High Peak and make some lasting festive memories with your nearest and dearest in the outdoors.
Autumn colours in the Dark Peak
Discover the dramatic scenes across the High Peak as autumnal colour flows across the landscape and awakes the senses to new sights, sounds and smells.
'50 things to do before you're 11¾' in the High Peak
Crunching through leaves, wide open spaces to play and wanders through autumnal woodlands can all be found when exploring the High Peak.
'50 things to do before you're 11¾' in the Dark Peak
Discover summer fun in the Dark Peak with our '50 Things' wallchart, designed to help you explore the grounds and get back in touch with nature. While you're here, see how many 50 Things activities you can complete on your visit with your family and make some lasting memories in the great outdoors this summer.
Protect the invisible: Take the lead
Exploring Kinder, Edale and the Dark Peak with your four-legged friend is a great way to enjoy the beautiful landscape, and you can help protect wildlife and livestock by keeping your dog on a lead.
Summer strolls across the Dark Peak
Whether you're having an adventure across the Edale Valley, listening to birdsong in woodland cloughs or spending time in your garden, noticing nature can give you a sense of peace and a breather from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
New Year adventures to banish winter blues
Discover New Year adventures across the dramatic Dark Peak landscape to banish the winter blues.
Walks across the High Peak
Whether it's a stroll to Kinder Reservoir, a wander through ancient woodlands or a meander over moorlands, there's plenty of walks to be discovered when you explore the High Peak Estate.
Winter walking guidance
Winter is a great time of year to get out on the hills. We've pulled together some useful walking advice if you're thinking of exploring the High Peak, which will help to make your day out safe and enjoyable.
A bracing walk at Derwent Valley, in the Peak District
This bracing walk leads you alongside the Ladybower Reservoir, through farmland, and emerges high on the moors with fantastic views of the Derwent Valley and opportunities to spot local wildlife.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 20 mins
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)
Summer Star gazing walk at Mam Tor
Providing far reaching views, wide open skies and little light pollution, the area is a perfect spot for star gazing.
- Moderate
- 45 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)
Dark Peak Edale Valley tough cycle trail
This is a superb, ultra-challenging cycle circuit exploring the high country around the Edale Valley.
- Challenging
- 4 hours
- 16.0 miles (25.7km)
