If you’re planning a day trip or staycation with summer on the horizon, then the Peak District should be at the very top of your list.
From stunning areas of natural beauty to superb pubs and restaurants, the Peak District offers something for everyone – making it a great alternative to a holiday abroad.
These are 16 reasons why you should visit the Peak District National Park over the coming weeks – the full list can be found below.
5. Unique caves and caverns
If you’re feeling adventurous, The Peak District is full of unique caverns to explore - including the likes of Peak Cavern, Blue John Cavern and Speedwell Cavern. Photo: jason chadwick
6. Explore an iconic country house and filming location
The magnificent Chatsworth House is one of the country’s most well-known stately homes - and has been used in a number of TV shows and films. From Pride and Prejudice to Peaky Blinders, Chatsworth has continued to grace our screens over the years - making it one of the Peak District’s most unique attractions. Photo: Brian Eyre
7. Waterfalls
Lumsdale Falls can be found to the north-east of Matlock - and should be high on your list of places to visit. Blackden Brook and Kinder Scout are also worth visiting for those wanting to catch a glimpse of the Peak District’s stunning waterfalls. Photo: cc-by-sa/2.0 - © Mike Lyne - geograph.org.uk/p/6444024
8. The ‘plague village’
For those interested in history, Eyam is a perfect place to visit. It is known as the plague village, after residents quarantined themselves to stop the spread of a plague outbreak in the 17th century. Photo: Jason Chadwick