Verdant fields, rugged moorland, picturepostcard villages and the UK’s oldest national park – it’s no wonder the Peak District and Derbyshire welcome more than 13 million visitors a year*. Whether you’re a biker, a hiker or a more gentle ambler, the spectacular rural landscapes are sure to capture your heart.
Go car-free With new open-top bus routes, there’s never been a better time to visit. The hop-on, hop-off Peak Sightseer bus allows visitors to explore some of the Peak District’s most popular destinations. Stops include Castleton, Chatsworth, Bakewell, Bamford, Padley Gorge, Hathersage, the Monsal Trail and more. An adult day ticket costs £9.50 for unlimited travel across both routes, while a 48-hour ticket costs £18. Dogs are welcome; see stagecoachbus.com/promos-andoffers/yorkshire/peak-sightseer.
Stylish stay
In the heart of the Hope Valley, the Bike & Boot hotel is the perfect place to unwind in comfort after a day of countryside exploring. It’s completely dog-friendly, meaning your furry friend can join you at the buffet breakfast or for evening drinks in the bar, and for cyclists, there’s secure bike store and bike-maintenance facilities.
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