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A Step Back in Time: History of the Peak District

Covering more than 555 square miles, The Peak District National Park boasts everything from bewitching moors, dales, springs, caverns, gnarled forests and breathtaking vistas to idyllic mediaeval market towns, miles of footpaths and cycle trails to be explored. The beauty of the Peak District It’s also one of the UK’s best holiday destinations, attracting more than 10 million visitors every year. Whilst this outstandingly beautiful part of the UK is probably best known for its Bakewell Pudding, you’ll also find the purest natural mineral water in the world and inspiring historical tales of bravery, plague and progress. All these things make it the perfect staycation...

Peak District Country Houses and Estates

The Children’s Country House at Sudbury

The Children's Country House at Sudbury “It’s a place where the past sometimes gets caught up in the cracks.” So explains one of the National Trust guides to the small troop of children about to embark upon a journey of adventure through the magnificent 17th Century country house of Sudbury Hall on the edge of the Peak District. They all stare up at her, eyes shining, and race off in eager exploration. This is also a place where magic drifts through the corridors, sparkles in the old ballroom and weaves its way about the books in the libraries. Sudbury Hall is now open to the...

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Guide to Camping in the Peak District

Camping in the Peak District is an ideal place to start if you’ve never camped before. The region’s varied terrain offers something for every camper, and there are some excellent campsites dotted around the area. But what do you need to consider when planning your trip? We’ve put together this guide to help make sure your experience is as enjoyable as possible. A Guide to Camping in the Peak District The Peak District is an ideal place to start if you’ve never camped before. The region’s varied terrain offers something for every camper, and some excellent campsites are dotted around the area. But what do...

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Peak District Road Trip

Let's Go Peak District is well known for its popular walking routes all over the beautiful Peak District National Park, but now we're delighted to have teamed up with Retro Mini Hire to bring you a classic Peak District Road Trip route as well, allowing you to discover the highlights of the area on a self-drive tour. With Retro Mini Hire you can hire a classic, iconic Mini Cooper and set off on a trip packed with character, charm and nostalgia, driving her around all the must-see spots. Hit the road! On this carefully-curated Peak District road trip, you can start and end at any...

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Aqueduct Cottage: An Extraordinary Rescue

This is a tale of an extraordinary rescue. It's the story of how a pretty lock-keeper's cottage on the Cromford Canal fell into ruin, how a group of villagers raised enough money to outbid the developers who wanted to buy it, and how a small team of volunteers turned out every week for more than 3 years, working in all weathers, to bring this historic building out of the woods and back into the sunshine where it belongs. It's also the story of how anyone can save something they value if they have the determination ... and if they make a promise that they want...

Perfect Peak District Days Out

Perfect Peak District Days Out: Cromford

Bolsover Castle is a true fairytale castle, perched high on a ridge above the Vale of Scarsdale on the eastern edge of the Peak District. It's a great place to spend a day, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. The Little Castle, Terrace Range and Riding House are all open to the public to explore, as are the beautiful gardens. There's also a cafe, gift shop and children's playground on site.

Perfect Peak District Days Out

Perfect Peak District Days Out: Crich Tramway Village

Bolsover Castle is a true fairytale castle, perched high on a ridge above the Vale of Scarsdale on the eastern edge of the Peak District. It's a great place to spend a day, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. The Little Castle, Terrace Range and Riding House are all open to the public to explore, as are the beautiful gardens. There's also a cafe, gift shop and children's playground on site.

Perfect Peak District Days Out

Perfect Peak District Days Out: Mam Tor

Bolsover Castle is a true fairytale castle, perched high on a ridge above the Vale of Scarsdale on the eastern edge of the Peak District. It's a great place to spend a day, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. The Little Castle, Terrace Range and Riding House are all open to the public to explore, as are the beautiful gardens. There's also a cafe, gift shop and children's playground on site.

Perfect Peak District Days Out

Perfect Peak District Days Out: Castleton

Bolsover Castle is a true fairytale castle, perched high on a ridge above the Vale of Scarsdale on the eastern edge of the Peak District. It's a great place to spend a day, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. The Little Castle, Terrace Range and Riding House are all open to the public to explore, as are the beautiful gardens. There's also a cafe, gift shop and children's playground on site.

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Perfect Peak District Days Out: Eyam

Bolsover Castle is a true fairytale castle, perched high on a ridge above the Vale of Scarsdale on the eastern edge of the Peak District. It's a great place to spend a day, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. The Little Castle, Terrace Range and Riding House are all open to the public to explore, as are the beautiful gardens. There's also a cafe, gift shop and children's playground on site.

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