Wildlife at Kinder, Edale and the Dark 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.
A Castleton Christmas
Discover more about the festive events to be found in the cosy village of Castleton this Christmas.
Winter wanders in the Dark Peak
Winter 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.
Autumn colours in the Dark Peak
Explore Kinder, Edale and the Dark Peak as autumnal colour flows across the landscape and awakes the senses to new sights, sounds and smells.
The Vale of Edale, the Penny Pot Cafe, and the Pennine Way
This easy circular walk provides excellent views of the Vale of Edale and the surrounding hills.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 3.4 miles (5.45km)
Walking in Springtime
Look out for new life as you go walking in the Dark Peak this 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.
Kinder Scout mass trespass walk
Follow the footsteps of the trespassers over Kinder Scout from 1932 on this circular route from Hayfield to Kinder and back.
- Challenging
- 5 hours
- 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Looking after the places you love - be fire aware
Look after the places you love by exploring the Peak District National Park responsibly - be fire aware.
Exploring the Dark Peak with your dog
The Dark Peak is a great place to visit with your dog. Please keep wildlife and livestock safe from harm all year round.
Explore the beauty of bluebells in the Dark Peak
Discover blankets of bluebells in the Dark Peak.
Kinder at the Peak of flood defence
The work on Kinder Scout is bringing benefits to both people and wildlife.
Peak District walks with a view
Pull your boots on and explore the beautiful landscapes we care for in the High Peak.
Bursting with Life
There's so much to look out for as you explore the Dark Peak this season.
People being inspired
The rugged beauty of the moors give so many chances to get closer to nature, which is why it is so important that we look after them forever for everyone. Whether you prefer walking, running or cycling, find out here how you can get active and explore.
Summer days in the Dark Peak
From countryside walks, bike rides and picnics to summer hill-top star gazing, there's so much to keep you busy throughout the summer. Have you got your list of 50 Things to do before you're 11 3/4? Here's how can tick some of them off your list.
Mam Tor circular walk
From the top of Mam Tor you'll be able to see across the Edale Valley and the over to the Derwent Moors.
- Moderate
- 2 hours
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)
Kinder moorland walk - a glimpse into the future
Leave the car behind on this exhilarating walk that starts from Edale station and takes you high up on the windswept Kinder plateau.
- Challenging
- 4 hours 30 mins
- 7.5 miles (12.05km)
