View from the top of Kinder Downfall in the Peak District, Derbyshire | © National Trust Images/Andrew Butler

Countryside and woodland in the Peak District and Derbyshire

With rugged peaks, wide expanses of moorland and picturesque reservoirs, there are few places better to explore the countryside than in the UK's first national park and the surrounding county.

Visitors exploring the woodland at Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors on a sunny day

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Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors

Discover panoramic countryside views, ancient woodland and heather moorland on a walk at Longshaw. Find out what you’ll see on your next adventure.

Two walkers, adult and child, walking on with Thorpe Cloud in the distance at Ilam Park, Dovedale and White Peak, the Peak District.

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Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak

Explore the great outdoors at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak. Enjoy a walk, find a spectacular view, or spot fossils in the limestone.

Sunny view with blue sky, from a rocky peak out over open moor and fields, with water in the distance

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Kinder, Edale and the High Peak

Discover breath-taking views of the Peak District, natural landscape features and the best spots for wildlife watching at Kinder, Edale and the High Peak.

Grandparents swinging a child by the arms and legs in the parkland at Lyme Park, Cheshire

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Discover the estate at Lyme

There's over 1,400 acres of historic parkland to explore at Lyme in winter. Discover thriving wildlife during your walk into nature, and seek out the follies for some of the best views over Cheshire.

A moorland landscape under a blue sky, with a reservoir in the foreground

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Marsden Moor

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

A path through the forest with spring flowers and trees either side.

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Visiting the Parkland and Pleasure Grounds at Kedleston

The grounds at Kedleston are home to a landscaped garden and pleasure grounds designed by Robert Adam. Explore the parkland and discover seasonal wildlife and wildflowers.

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Exploring the parkland at Hardwick

Visit Hardwick's parkland to enjoy stunning scenery and a wide range of walking routes and wildlife this season.

Image shows a family holding hands enjoying an autumnal walk in the woodland

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Things to see and do at Foremark

Discover woodland walks, diverse habitats, water sports and family activities at Foremark, a 230-acre nature reserve in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside.