"The Peak District - The most beautiful part of the country"

Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK

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Derbyshire Peak District National Park encompasses 555 square miles of exquisite scenery with numerous caravan parks and camping possibilities - hostels, bed and breakfast and hotels to accommodate every budget can also be found throughout and nearby the Park. Fishing, canoeing and sailing are only a few of the many popular water activities. Hundreds of miles of paths and bridleways, such as Tissington Trail, provide hours of walking, biking or horseback riding around the countryside and cycle rentals are available. Independent and guided walking tours are numerous in the area.

Enjoy a leisurely tour of historic homes like Hardwick Hall built in the 1590’s. See how the other half lives while journeying through this lavish expansive estate. Walk through beautiful gardens and visit the stable and stone center. A restaurant and gift shop are located in the Hall. Castles, like Bolsover constructed in 1612, welcome visitors daily and provide a glimpse of what life was like during medieval times. Witness jousting and knights engaging in battle as they did in the days of old.

The Peak District is also home to one of the country's leading stately homes, Chatsworth.

Adventure seeking individuals will enjoy The Bloody Peak tours. Evan, Grabach, Morridge, Stoney Middleton and Wardlow are reported to be the most haunted places in the area as previous inhabitants merely prefer not to leave.

Explorers will find many places to discover with numerous caves like Speedwell Caverns where guests take boat rides on an underground lake, deep into what used to be an 18th century lead mine. Trek Cliff Caverns is home to the Blue John Stone. Ancient Pomeii vessels have been unearthed and are believed to have been made from this unique mineral. Cave tours are available and visitors are invited to polish their own stones. The Masson Caverns offer light shows in their vast hollows.

Athletic adventurers will experience an adrenaline rush at Go Ape. Rope bridges, Tarzan swings, zip slides and ladders weave their way through forest tree tops for thrill seeking entertainment. More adventure can be had at the Parsons Outdoor Pursuit Centre where a safe environment is provided for bouldering, abseiling and rock scrambling. Instructors are on site to give expert training to young and old alike.

Ride the Heights of Abraham cable cars and get a picturesque view of Derwent Valley and the entire Peak District. Children of all ages will enjoy Gulliver’s Kingdom, an amusement park with attractions for kids from 2 to adult. Conkers provides outdoor and indoor entertainment in the middle of the National Forest. Boasting over 100 interactive exhibits including enchanted adventure play, an assault course, and ranger activities to occupy the day. Cafes and gift shops are also available on sight.

There is no limit to archeology and history interests with places like Arbar Low Stone Circles and Creswell Crags, where visitors can observe prehistoric art carvings and paintings. Hike to Peveril Castle to examine ancient medieval ruins and enjoy the beautiful view. Hartshill and Gardom’s Edge are additional archeological locations with historic cairns, tumuli and burial mounds to explore. Any number of local galleries are open daily like the Bakewall Old House Museum. Part of this location was built during the reign of Henry VIII and houses antique costumes, toys and lifestyles from the past.

There are no shortage of shopping opportunites with unique village shops and the Chesterfield Market. Everything from fresh foods to arts and crafts are displayed. Shoppers will find unusual treasures hidden in many of these little historic village’s alleyways, courtyards and arcades. Finish the day with a meal served at a quaint restaurant or pub. Chefs prepare everything daily from traditional British favorites to fine European cuisine.