Situated in the Derbyshire Dales on the edge of the Peak District, Wirksworth is a delightful town, rich in local culture and tradition. If you’re heading to the area for a weekend or mid-week walking break you won’t run out of things to do! Delightful local walking routes are easy to combine with mooching around […]
Author Archives: Cadi Lambert
Dark Peak Area, Walking itineraries, White Peak Area
How to Spend the Perfect Walking Weekend in Castleton (3-DAY ITINERARY)
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May
May
Castleton is one of the Peak Districts most popular villages. A fantastic weekend base for walkers who want to head out into the hills during the day and enjoy the village in the evening, or if you’re lucky enough to visit mid-week this 3-day itinerary works perfectly too. If you’re lucky enough to have a […]
Dark Peak Area, Short walks, White Peak Area
11 Peak District Wheelchair and Pushchair Accessible Walks
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Apr
Apr
Having reduced mobility, being in a wheelchair, or pushing a pushchair shouldn’t exclude anyone from enjoying the beautiful Peak District landscape. The Act of Parliament passed to establish National Parks spoke of providing recreational opportunities for the public, and that should mean all members of the public. Rocky paths, peat bogs, steep gradients and stone […]
15
Mar
Mar
Easter in the Peak District brings new life. With lambs grazing in the fields and flowers and trees bursting into life it really is a joyous time to be out walking. And, with the long bank holiday weekend and Easter holidays many people have a little more time than usual to explore. We all know […]
01
Feb
Feb
Whoever you’re visiting the Peak District with, or if you’re going solo, it’s always sure to stir the heartstrings! If you’re going as a couple though, and want to add a little romance to your visit, we’ve got some great ideas for you. We’ve picked some of our favourite things to do together in the […]
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Jan
Jan
This walk from the lovely town of Bakewell in the Peak District takes you to the grounds of Chatsworth House and through the unique village of Edensor, with woodland and open views along the way. From the bustling market town of Bakewell you head up and across Bakewell Golf Course into Manners Wood, named after […]
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Dec
Dec
The Peak District can be a very busy place with parking spots in some places filling up fast. We always like to make the start of our Peak District Walks easy to find and access. In every walk description you’ll find the best places to park for the walk, but did you realise we also […]
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Nov
Nov
The Peak District is magical all year round, but around Christmas it’s extra special, as lights twinkle on the village streets and seasonal cheer descends. We know you all love to head out for a Peak District walk through the winter, so we thought we’d give you some ideas of how to combine your festive […]
Dark Peak Area, Long walks, Medium walks, Short walks, White Peak Area
13 Beautiful Peak District Villages To Begin Your Walk From
17
Nov
Nov
We believe that what makes the Peak District truly great is the mix of stunning countryside scenery and delightful towns and villages. Enjoying a stroll around the streets is a great way to top or tail a hearty walk. Popping into independent shops, selling local wares and relaxing and laughing in cafes, pubs and restaurants. […]
12
Nov
Nov
We love walking in the Peak District and, if you’re on our website we bet you do too. But, there is so much more you can do in the Peak District. If you’re planning a trip for a few days we’ve got lots of things you can do to add some variety to your visit. […]
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