Peak District National Park

This is a beautiful and diverse landscape, known for its rolling hills, dramatic limestone valleys, and wide open moorlands. As the UK’s first national park, it offers a peaceful escape into nature while being easily accessible from nearby cities. The park is famous for its scenic walking trails, including routes through places like Dovedale, Mam Tor, and Kinder Scout. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views, fresh air, and a strong connection to the natural environment throughout every season. This is also rich in history and culture, with charming villages, historic houses, and traditional dry-stone walls scattered across the countryside. Towns such as Bakewell add to the park’s character with local food, markets, and welcoming atmospheres. Overall, this is an ideal destination for walkers, cyclists, photographers, and nature lovers. Its mix of natural beauty, heritage, and calm surroundings makes it a truly special place to visit and explore.

One of the things I love about living in Yorkshire is how close it is to so many hiking spots. The Peak District National Park is one of my favourites, never disappointing, no matter the weather! The nature always shows its charm and beauty. There are so many trails to explore, so I recommend checking which scenery you’d like to see the most and using an app like AllTrails to plan your route and timing. Make sure you wear something comfy and don’t forget your brolly! ☔️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dovestones Reservoir — Perfect mix of peace and challenge Dovestones is one of those places that never gets old. The scenery shifts constantly — reservoirs, woodland paths, open moorland, and rocky ridges — so every hike feels different. You can keep it easy with a loop around the water or head up towards Alphin Pike, Indian Head or the Trinnacle if you fancy some proper climbs and views. The terrain’s a great mix too: smooth in parts, muddy or rocky in others, which keeps things interesting. Even after years of walking it, I still find new little routes and viewpoints. Night hiking here is brilliant — peaceful, a bit eerie in the best way, and if the sky’s clear, you get stars for days. Just bring a decent head torch and layers, because it can turn cold fast once the sun drops. All round, Dovestones is easily one of the best spots around Greater Manchester for a proper escape without having to drive hours into the Peaks.

I been there for first time. Honestly I like the view and amazing place. In that day I travel more than 12 miles, this was incredible. If you need fresh air and relaxing environment this is for you. ProSmartStudy highlight recommended this place. We are helping everyone to study at university from Uk 🇬🇧, and we are happy to present you our travel, and where we are. Don’t forget to follow us!

We have decided to take a longer but more scenic way from Stockport back to Leeds. This route goes through Hadfield to Penistone, along the A628, Manchester Road. And honestly, sometimes you don't know what you have right under your nose. Absolutely stunning views 😍

Great for a couple days hiking, bring a raincoat, hiking boots: shoes and plenty of water. I stayed at a hotel but you could camp. There’s brilliant views and nature

Walked the Edale skyline for a charity event at work and it was amazing. Such beautiful views throughout. I would highly recommend.

Visited Bakewell for the day 3rd July and wow so glad we did. The scenery on the drive was so beautiful and didn't disappoint when we arrived. Beautiful weather and such a beautiful place to visit. Had a lovely dinner then went for a lovely walk along the river. Lots of benches to sit and watch the world go by. What a great way to enjoy a lovely day out. I recommend that anyone visit.