In addition to hiking and cycling, the park’s varied landscape also lends itself to activities such as rock-climbing, water sports, and helicopter tours. Alternatively, you can learn more about Midland heritage at historic homes, such as Chatsworth House, or try out a traditional craft at a sculpture or woodwork class. Time-limited travelers can take advantage of multi-day tours that combine the Peaks with other British attractions, such as the Yorkshire Dales, Moors, or even Snowdonia.
*The Peak District is a must-visit for any lover of England’s Great Outdoors. *Peak District Visitor Centres are fully accessible and provide detailed information on how people with alternative needs can explore the park. *Peak District weather is famously brisk, so it’s worth packing windproofs along with your waterproofs. *Good-quality walking shoes are invaluable when exploring the Peaks on foot.
Unlike many of Britain’s outdoor attractions, the Peak District is widely considered to be at its best during winter, when you can intersperse winter walks with a warming beer or two and see the stately homes decked out in their festive best.
Some tours offer round-trip transfer from major cities, whether by coach, car, or even boat. Otherwise, the Peak District is easily accessible by public transport, with bus and train connections running regularly from Manchester, Sheffield, Derby, and Stoke-on-Trent.
