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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

Calke Abbey 

The un-stately home and country estate

Derby, Derbyshire

Partially open today
Mansion and surrounding grounds at Calke Abbey Derbyshire

Hardwick 

An Elizabethan masterpiece

Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Fully open today
The south elevation of Hardwick Hall in winter light with the formal gardens in front. The sun highlights all the details of the hall.

Kedleston Hall 

18th-century mansion with Adam interiors, colonial history and vast parkland

Derby, Derbyshire

Fully open today
The 18th-century bridge at Kedleston Hall, near Kedleston Park House, Derbyshire

Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors 

Excellent walking country with ancient woods and tumbling streams

near Sheffield, Derbyshire

A view across Longshaw Estate covered in frost in winter. There are trees and fields in the foreground, looking towards woodland in the distance

Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak 

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

Ashbourne, Staffordshire

Fully open today
A view over an Italian Garden with a fountain in beneath a flat topped green hill in background

Kinder, Edale and the Dark Peak 

Heather-clad moors of Kinder, to the gritstone tors of Derwent Edge

Derbyshire

Fully open today
The Pennine Way, near Edale Rocks, Edale, Derbyshire

Lyme 

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

Stockport, Cheshire

Fully open today
A view of Lyme house covered in snow. The house can be seen in the frozen reflection pond.

Staunton Harold 

Countryside space with wildflower meadows, woodland walks and open water

Melbourne, Derbyshire

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

Foremark 

Nature reserve with woodland walks, grass heathland and open water

Derbyshire

Fully open today
Visitor looking at a view across the water

Walking in Derbyshire and the Peak District

Get outdoors and enjoy some of the most spectacular walks in the country

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)
Two hills in the background and rolling green fields with grazing sheep in the foreground on a sunny winter day

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 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.

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.

Two visitors enjoying a winter walk across grassland

Get involved

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.

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

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.

Two children walking down the stone steps outside the south front at Kedleston Hall, Derbyshire.

Sustainable Travel

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.

Cycling at Kinver Edge, Staffordshire

Upcoming events

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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5 Jan to 31 Mar 2026
at 09:00 to 16:00+ 85 other dates or times

A Once upon a Time Christmas at The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

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

Step inside a fairytale as The Children's Country House transforms into the story of Pinocchio this Christmas.

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5 Jan 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00

Pooch Passport 

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

Pooch Passport has arrived at The Children's Country House at Sudbury from 1 September 2025 to 28 February 2026.

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5 Jan to 28 Feb 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 30 other dates or times

Silk, Stitches and Status at Calke Abbey 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Uncover the secrets in the seams of the clothing collection at Calke Abbey on a new tour.

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5 Jan to 25 Feb 2026
at 10:30 to 11:30+ 205 other dates or times

Free Wednesday Social Walks 

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

Come along each Wednesday morning for a free social walk around Longshaw, led by experienced guides who know the area.

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7 Jan to 29 Apr 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00+ 16 other dates or times

Winter wander with the Rangers 

Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire

Discover Calke’s remarkable National Nature Reserve on a guided walk, uncovering the stories behind its ancient trees and the wildlife that depends on them.

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8 Jan 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30

Canihike with Nose and Paws Active 

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

Join expert Canihike leaders and gain confidence with walking your dog hands free.

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11 Jan to 10 May 2026
at 09:30 to 13:00+ 2 other dates or times

Free Friday Social Walk from Castleton 

Kinder, Edale and the High Peak, Derbyshire

Join us in Castleton on the third Friday of each month for a free social walk led by our knowledgeable walk leaders.

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on
16 Jan 2026
at 11:00 to 14:00
Three people in winter clothes walking by a hedge with part of the property behind them

Where will you visit next?

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