Top Things to do in Peak District National Park
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Top 10 Nature & Parks in Peak District National Park, England
When it comes to outdoor activities, the Peak District National Park is the whole package. Located in the north of England, the park offers everything from horse riding to rock climbing, windsurfing to paragliding, plus walking trails galore. One trail, Derwent Valley Heritage Way, allows you to take in the area’s open landscape while also showcasing its industrial roots. Discovering hidden underground formations at such spots as Titan Cave (the highest natural cavern in the U.K.) is another popular pastime. Best of all, there are camp- and RV sites throughout so guests can settle into these surroundings.
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1. Kinder Scout
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5.0 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By amdgriggs - Sheffield, United Kingdom
I’ve been walking on and around Kinder for nearly 60 years now and it’s probably my favourite place in England for grand walking, certainly if all the places you can reach easily from Sheffield. It boasts a couple of true classic routes (eg up Grindsbrook from Edale, round the southern edge of the plateau westward to Edale Rocks and then down Jacobs Ladder and via Upper Booth, with options to go up Ringing Roger to start to avoid the Grindsbrook crowds, and to extend by heading north across the plateau to Kinder Gates and Kinder Downfall before heading south along the western edge to Jacobs Ladder) - great walks and spectacular in good weather but also never to be underestimated. Kinder is very different in cold, wet or misty weather - I well remember wintry walks on Kinder with my dad as a child, but also more recent occasions when I’ve marvelled at inexperienced and under-equipped walkers up there in descending mist with no map or compass and only a sketchy idea where they want to be. There’s a reason the Edale Mountain Rescue Team is so busy.... Things have changed in the past few years and much of the popular stretch of the plateau edge from Grindsbrook to Jacobs Ladder is now well-engineered with millstone slabs (to control erosion; the centre of the plateau also has far more vegetation than 60 years ago, thanks to extensive replanting of heather and the construction of hundreds of leaky dams which have prevented the further erosion of many of the peat hags. My favourite sections to walk are now some of the quieter and more remote areas at the eastern or northern ends of the plateau, where there are a surprising number of clear but little-used paths and some wonderful rock outcrops. A great walk is to walk up to Hope Cross (eg from Bagshaw Bridge on the Edale side), up to the plateau and then do as long an anti-clockwise circuit as you have the energy for, cutting across to the south side at one of the narrower points and using your navigation skills. There are also paths across the plateau, most not shown on OS maps but clearly shown on (eg) Open CycleMap, which comes free with the ViewRanger app. There’s another fine walk too from the Snake Inn west up Ashop Clough to Ashop Head, then east along the plateau’s northern edge before descending again off Fairbrook Naze. Kinder gets really popular at weekends and in good weather - good to see, of course, and not surprising too as it’s also the start of the Pennine Way - and it’s always good to know there are quieter parts which are just as dramatic and just as wild: check out the iconic Kinder Gates, or the Madwoman’s Stone. Very highly recommended.
2. Stanage Edge
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5.0 based on 492 reviews
Reviewed By aashildg
We followed a guide book from Hathersage and it was an amazing walk with a lovely view over the Peak District.
3. Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill
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5.0 based on 756 reviews
Reviewed By 677KarenL
Highly recommend this walk in the Peak District - it's a firm favourite. I love the great outdoors and this really is an area of unspoilt natural beauty. Walks for all abilities - simply from the NT car park up to the top of Mam Tor peak to take in the views or to carry on and follow the ridge all along and descend into Castletown for a walk around. It's a stunning walk that I will happily do time and time again!
4. Peak Pilgrimage
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
The Peak Pilgrimage is a long distance footpath walk from Ilam to Eyam designed to be enjoyed by all. Nowhere is the walking more lovely, relaxing, accessible and soul-restorative than in the Peak District National Park. But it has an added twist - this is also a pilgrimage walk designed as a spiritual experience. This is neither dreary nor frightening because pilgrimages are meant to be fun!
5. Chee Dale
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Charlotte_Lottie23 - Derby, United Kingdom
Another beautiful part of the Peak District. Parking was easy to find. Toilets and a cafe, following all COVID-19 rules. Easy to follow path with lots of signs along the way. Lots of opportunities to take some lovely pictures.
6. Parsley Hay Bike Hire, Repair and Service Centre
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
One of the best ways to enjoy the Peak District National Park. Enjoy traffic-free-trails with gentle gradients surrounded by beautiful countryside. We have a range of bikes for all ages and abilities including electric and accessible access bikes for those with additional mobility requirements. Parsley Hay Bike Hire, Repair and Service Centre is situated eight miles south of the spa town of Buxton. Easily reached via the A515 from both Buxton and Ashbourne, its location makes the ideal starting point to explore the Peak District. Popular cycling routes include the 13 mile former railway line and now recreational hotspot, the Tissington Trail. We have a friendly and knowledgeable cycling team on hand to offer help and advice to help you hire the perfect bike for you. Repairs, servicing and second-hand bikes for sale are also available.
Reviewed By markoK7473XD - Ferndown, United Kingdom
Great Service - Friendly helpful staff - hired a couple of bikes no issues with them . Prices were fine . The trial is easy going down to Ashbourne - slight incline of way back !
7. Padley Gorge
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By 385gillp - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
The autumn colour in late October was stunning especially against the wet tree trunks due to recent rain. A bonus of choosing to go on a wet day was far fewer people with the same idea. It's such a beautiful place with the babbling brook, ancient twisted trees and moss covered boulders, walls and trees. Parked at Grindleford station and walked up the right hand side of the brook then across the footbridge at the top and down the other side of the brook. Ground was carpeted with leaves and rocks but as they're gritstone they're not slippery when wet like the limestone area can be. Highly recommended in autumn and I would think springtime would be lovely too.
8. Beresford Dale
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ropentastones - St Helens, United Kingdom
Beresford Dale is one of the most hiked dales in the UK with over a million visitors each year. It starts, somewhat uninspringly, by the public toilets in the village and continues over a couple of styles until you reach the river Dove. The hike follows the river on a fairly narrow leafy path with birdsong and wildlife all around. The dale has been used as a limestone quarry for the local buildings for centuries and the remnants of it are still clearly visible. There is Izzak Walton and Charles Cotton's angling folly along the route, plus a few caves to explore, bridges and more. A really pleasant walk and exceedingly peaceful in the winter months. At the end of the dale you can continue on to Wolfscote Dale or turn left and follow the signs leading back to Hartington on a circular route, which comes out at the youth hostel.
9. Thornbridge Hall Gardens
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
We are Open. Eccentric, eclectic gardens and so much more. Something for all the family - messy play for children and catching bath ducks for everyone. Yummy food from our own bakehouse - with THornbridge beer on tap!
