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Peak District National Park

National Park · England, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Population 35,901
Area 1,426 km²
Time zone Europe/London
Official website www.peakdistrict.gov.uk
Peak District National Park

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Peak District National Park: The Absolute Essentials

The Peak District National Park features a diverse range of landmarks, from the Baroque architecture of Chatsworth House to the prehistoric stone circles at Arbor Low and Nine Ladies. The landscape is defined by the gritstone plateaus of Kinder Scout and the limestone caverns of Castleton, including the vast Peak Cavern. Engineering highlights include the Ladybower Reservoir Dam with its bellmouth spillways, while historical sites like the 11th-century Peveril Castle and the medieval Eyam Hall offer insight into the region's heritage.

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Peak District Churches & Chapels

The Peak District’s ecclesiastical landscape ranges from the grand 'Cathedral of the Peak' in Tideswell to humble gritstone Methodist chapels. These sites showcase architectural evolution from Norman arches and 14th-century Gothic spires to 19th-century Nonconformist traditions. Many churches, such as those in Chelmorton and Taddington, are defined by their high-altitude locations and connection to the region's agricultural and mining heritage, housing ancient stone carvings and historic box pews.

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Peak District Heritage Sites

This collection highlights the diverse historical landscape of the Peak District, spanning from the Neolithic era to the 17th century. It features grand estates like Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall alongside the Norman ruins of Peveril Castle. Significant prehistoric sites are well-represented, including the Arbor Low henge, the Nine Ladies stone circle on Stanton Moor, and Bronze Age burial mounds like Hob Hurst's House. These locations offer insight into the region's Roman military presence, medieval defense, and ancient ceremonial traditions.

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Peak District Natural Wonders

The Peak District features a diverse geological landscape split between the limestone dales of the White Peak and the gritstone plateaus of the Dark Peak. This collection highlights the subterranean limestone systems of Castleton, including the massive entrance of Peak Cavern, alongside dramatic gritstone escarpments like Bamford and Baslow Edge. Significant landmarks include the Ladybower and Derwent reservoirs, known for their unique spillways, and Kinder Scout, the National Park's highest point at 636 meters.

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Peak District Outdoor Adventures

The Peak District National Park features diverse terrain suitable for climbing, sailing, and camping. Gritstone escarpments like Bamford Edge and Froggatt Edge offer established climbing routes and bouldering opportunities. Dovestone Reservoir provides a venue for inland sailing, while various campsites—ranging from the remote Upper Booth Farm to the fully-equipped Greenhills Holiday Park—serve as bases for exploring the Dark Peak and White Peak regions. These locations offer direct access to the Pennine Way, the Monsal Trail, and the limestone dales of Derbyshire.

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Peak District National Park — Map

Peak District National Park — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 4° (feels like -2°) · extremes -5°–9°
  • -1° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 5° (feels like -1°) · extremes -5°–10°
  • 0° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -4°–13°
  • 0° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 5°) · extremes -3°–16°
  • 2° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 9°) · extremes 0°–19°
  • 5° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 13°) · extremes 4°–22°
  • 8° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in July

Fair
  • 18° (feels like 15°) · extremes 6°–23°
  • 9° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 18° (feels like 15°) · extremes 6°–22°
  • 9° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in September

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 12°) · extremes 4°–20°
  • 8° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 7°) · extremes 0°–16°
  • 5° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -3°–12°
  • 2° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 5° (feels like -1°) · extremes -5°–10°
  • 0° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
British Pound GBP £ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
999 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity
Type G
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
English
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+44
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Tours & Activities

Chatsworth House
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Peak District National Park
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